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Skechers reports 7% sales increase in another record quarter
The company saw a significant increase in regional DTC sales for Europe, the Middle East and Africa and has authorized a $1 billion share repurchase program.
By Lara Ewen • July 29, 2024 -
EssilorLuxottica growth hindered by North America
Overall revenue rose 3.4% in the eyewear giant’s first half but the company’s largest region remained sluggish.
By Lara Ewen • July 26, 2024 -
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American Exchange Group acquires Indie Lee
The Aerosoles owner plans to grow the brand beyond skin care, as well as explore diffusion brands through licensing and brand expansion.
By Howard Ruben • July 26, 2024 -
Hermès first-half revenues grew 12%
The company saw increases in every region, including double-digit growth in Europe and the Americas, as it defied larger luxury sector trends.
By Lara Ewen • July 26, 2024 -
Estée Lauder controller lands CFO seat amid restructuring
Akhil Shrivastava, a nine-year company veteran, understands “the levers the company can pull to revive growth,” Morningstar analyst Dan Su writes.
By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 25, 2024 -
Zegna Group growth led by DTC
The company announced a 6% revenue uptick in H1 despite declines at Thom Browne.
By Lara Ewen • July 25, 2024 -
Loewe was the world’s hottest brand in Q2: report
The LVMH-owned brand overtook Miu Miu to claim the top spot, while its collaboration with running brand On made Cloudtilt 2.0 sneakers the quarter’s hottest product.
By Lara Ewen • July 24, 2024 -
Sergio Rossi names new creative director
The Lanvin-owned footwear brand has appointed Paul Andrew, formerly of Salvatore Ferragamo, to helm the line.
By Lara Ewen • July 24, 2024 -
Nike kicks off marketing comeback with gritty Olympics ads
Willem Dafoe narrates spots probing the qualities that motivate sporting greats, including an obsession with power and an inability to be satisfied.
By Peter Adams • July 24, 2024 -
Lawsuit accuses Patagonia’s customer support of violating privacy rights
The class-action suit alleged Patagonia failed to disclose that it shares call recordings with third-party vendor Talkdesk for analysis.
By Bryan Wassel • July 22, 2024 -
Tom Ford creative director exits
Peter Hawkings was appointed to the position in April 2023 and has been with the brand since it began in 2006.
By Lara Ewen • July 22, 2024 -
Authentic partners on new Lucky workwear collection
Velocity Global Brands will oversee a new line of men’s and women’s protective apparel, scrubs and outerwear, which launches in the fall.
By Lara Ewen • July 19, 2024 -
Carhartt grows efforts to source sustainable cotton
The workwear brand is tapping the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol and Better Cotton initiative for greater traceability and transparency over its supply chain.
By Kelly Stroh • July 19, 2024 -
Vans launches ‘Always Pushing’ ad campaign with physical, digital experiences
The campaign was released as holding company VF Corp. works to transform the struggling brand.
By Laurel Deppen • July 18, 2024 -
Reebok and Juicy Couture partner on capsule collection
The Authentic-owned brands are pairing up for a Y2K-inspired line featuring footwear and apparel that blends pink and black colorways with archival silhouettes.
By Lara Ewen • July 18, 2024 -
VF sells Supreme for $1.5B
Luxury eyewear company EssilorLuxottica agreed to buy the brand.
By Laurel Deppen • July 17, 2024 -
Ralph Lauren hires Levi’s exec as new tech chief
Christopher Conrad is taking over as chief digital and technology officer ahead of Janet Sherlock’s upcoming retirement.
By Lindsey Wilkinson • July 17, 2024 -
Pacsun steps into men’s activewear category
The new collection follows last year’s brand expansion of women’s activewear, which included a dedicated storefront.
By Laurel Deppen • July 16, 2024 -
Richemont Q1 sales down 19% in Asia Pacific
The company posted a 1% overall sales decline as rebounds in the Americas and a strong uptick in Japan failed to compensate for weak comps out of China.
By Lara Ewen • July 16, 2024 -
Burberry retail revenue plummets 22% in first quarter
The results were posted on the same day the brand named a new CEO and comes against a backdrop of continuing luxury sector challenges.
By Lara Ewen • July 15, 2024 -
Burberry names new CEO
Joshua Schulman replaces Jonathan Akeroyd as the luxury fashion house faces challenging economic headwinds.
By Lara Ewen • July 15, 2024 -
Shein X launches collab with Monse
The collection is among the fast fashion giant’s first luxury brand collaborations as it works to boost its legitimacy.
By Laurel Deppen • July 15, 2024 -
Marquee partners with G-III, JS Group on BCBG
The deal, which begins in 2025, includes brand expansions in women’s ready-to-wear, sportswear, swimwear and occasionwear.
By Lara Ewen • July 15, 2024 -
Temu children’s sleepwear recalled due to burn hazard
More than 68,000 items were recalled for violating flammability standards, but no injuries have been reported.
By Laurel Deppen • July 12, 2024 -
Urban Outfitters blends physical, digital with back-to-school campaign
The retailer’s “Shift Happens” campaign brings influencer-created Pinterest boards to life at a two-day activation in New York.
By Sara Karlovitch • July 12, 2024