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    Opinion

    AI won’t stop the next supply chain disruption, but it can help companies plan

    With the right data and tools, fashion and apparel brands can successfully mitigate pandemics, tariffs and what comes next, writes Paul F. Magel, president of Computer Generated Solutions.

    By Paul F. Magel • Aug. 25, 2025
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    EBay’s pre-loved, circular runway initiative to return this September

    Designers Altuzarra, Erdem and Luar are participating in the Endless Runway event with archival pieces.

    By • Aug. 15, 2025
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    6 recycled material firms to watch this year

    So far in 2025, brands such as Lululemon and Tapestry have signed long-term partnerships with alternative material producers.

    By • Aug. 14, 2025
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    Klarna users can now list past purchases on Poshmark

    The two companies are offering Posh Credit to first-time Klarna users ahead of the back-to-school shopping season.

    By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • July 25, 2025
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    The startup that wants to modernize tailoring

    Logistics firm Atelier Society wants to change the way consumers and brands navigate garment fit and alterations, according to CEO Sophie Friedfeld-Gebaide.

    By • July 24, 2025
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    Digital product passports may double fashion’s lifetime value: report

    DPPs could unlock “a massive secondhand market” and allow brands to offer more comprehensive aftercare services such as repairs, according to Bain & Company and eBay.

    By Michael Brady • July 17, 2025
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    Tapestry increases stake in recycled leather maker

    The Coach owner signed a supply agreement and is participating in Gen Phoenix’s $15 million funding round.

    By • July 15, 2025
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    Counterfeit market continues to grow in US

    The number of products tested for authenticity grew “by the millions” last year, according to luxury authentication platform Entrupy.

    By Howard Ruben • July 14, 2025
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    Retail technology’s next big advantage? Veteran execution

    Veterans applying logistics expertise to build smarter retail tech infrastructure.

    By Maria Diandra • June 23, 2025
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    Lululemon expands partnership for recycled nylon, polyester

    The athleticwear giant said the agreement with Samsara Eco will help reach its goal of sourcing more “preferred materials” by 2030.

    By • June 13, 2025
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    Victoria’s Secret expects $10M hit to Q2 operating income from cybersecurity breach

    Newly arrived marketing chief Elizabeth Preis has been tasked with customer acquisition as the lingerie giant continues to lose market share.

    By Daphne Howland • June 13, 2025
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    Marks & Spencer restores some online-order operations following cyberattack

    The department store chain was one of the first targets in an international spree of attacks that disrupted retailers.

    By David Jones • June 11, 2025
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    Rebag joins forces with Luxury Stores at Amazon

    The accessories reseller will offer preowned pieces from brands such as Hermès, Rolex and Cartier, while the e-commerce giant will provide free shipping.

    By • Updated June 13, 2025
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    Adidas Campus 00s, Samba among most faked at resale: report

    StockX found that counterfeiting has spread from rare items to general release sneakers.

    By • June 11, 2025
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    Shein pushes consumers toward overconsumption, report says

    An EU consumer group said the fast fashion giant uses “dark patterns” to trigger unwilling spending.

    By • June 10, 2025
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    Beauty brands blend AI into operations

    The Estée Lauder Companies, Coty and Ulta Beauty are pushing forward on the technology to save costs, tailor communications and optimize forecasts. 

    By Lindsey Wilkinson • June 6, 2025
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    The North Face customers’ personal information compromised in cyber attack

    About 1,500 affected users of the VF-owned brand’s website had their passwords reset.

    By • June 6, 2025
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    Victoria’s Secret shuts down website in response to security incident

    Although stores are open, the company has also halted some in-store services as it works to fully restore operations. 

    By Kaarin Moore • May 30, 2025
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    Nike to return to Amazon, raise prices

    The sportswear giant will sell on the U.S. site after six years away. Meanwhile, prices are going up for many of its footwear products.

    By Cara Salpini • May 28, 2025
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    Recycled cotton fiber company opens facility in Central America

    The plant is part of a joint venture between Recover and textile manufacturer Intradeco to boost recycled materials and nearshoring.

    By • May 22, 2025
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    Reju prepares to commercially expand its polyester recycling

    The company expects to open its first large-scale plant and eventually plans to regenerate as many as 300 million articles per year.

    By • May 21, 2025
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    Biomaterials firm shakes up leadership as it preps for commercial growth

    Gozen’s co-founder Ece Gözen is moving into a creative role as the company prepares to target more brand partners.

    By • May 19, 2025
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    Hackers behind cyberattacks on Harrods are targeting the US, say researchers

    The group also orchestrated intrusions at Co-op and M&S and is expanding its presence, according to Google Threat Intelligence.

    By David Jones • May 16, 2025
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    New tool to help fashion brands calculate climate footprint, comply with regulations

    Glimpact’s Global Impact Score evaluates companies’ environmental footprint by analyzing 16 indicators — including climate change and ozone depletion — and aggregating them into a single score.

    By Zoya Mirza • May 13, 2025
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    Opinion

    The future of fashion is already here

    Sustainable innovations already exist but are underutilized due to entrenched business models and risk aversion, writes Dustin White, CEO of sustainable technology company Lab Denim.

    By Dustin White • May 12, 2025