Brands: Page 19
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Crocs tightens inventory control, including in ‘gray market’ channels
The company stopped price matching with unauthorized sellers on Amazon and took corrective action against a distributor diverting to the U.S. without permission.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 8, 2023 -
Ralph Lauren revenue up slightly as North American declines slow
The company also reported strong sales in Asia, with China up 20% and the region up 10% overall.
By Lara Ewen • Nov. 8, 2023 -
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Steve Madden reports flat revenue, decreases full-year outlook
The company, which experienced wholesale challenges this year, recently added a new apparel brand to its portfolio.
By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 8, 2023 -
PVH Corp. names new global brand president of Tommy Hilfiger
Lea Rytz Goldman, previously with H&M and COS, will take over the role in spring succeeding Avery Baker.
By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 8, 2023 -
Willy Chavarria named American Menswear Designer of the Year: CFDA
Khaite, Maria Cornejo, The Row and others also received honors during the 2023 awards ceremony.
By Lara Ewen • Nov. 7, 2023 -
Foot Locker hypes up holidays with major brands, NBA stars
The campaign features Nike, Puma and Adidas alongside basketball’s biggest names and arrives as the retailer launches a sneaker-focused brand platform.
By Chris Kelly • Nov. 7, 2023 -
Nike launches patent infringement complaint against Skechers, New Balance
The patents in question concern Nike’s Flyknit upper technology.
By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 7, 2023 -
Kontoor Brands Q3 revenue rises 8%, supported by its best-selling Barbie collection
Both its Wrangler and Lee Jeans brands have invested heavily in collabs and attracted newer, younger customers as a result.
By Lara Ewen • Nov. 6, 2023 -
EBay opens streetwear pop-up in New York City
“Canal Street Wear” will sell authenticated items from the marketplace’s sellers and allow shoppers to verify the authenticity of their own goods.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Thom Browne opposes Adidas’ request for new trial in U.S. trademark case
The two companies have disputed a stripe design in courts in the U.S. and the U.K. since 2021.
By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Bangladesh stalls decision on garment workers’ minimum wage
As protests turned deadly, a government board tasked with setting wages for garment workers agreed to reduce the number of pay grades, but did not meet its Nov. 1 deadline.
By Lauren Schenkman • Nov. 3, 2023 -
New Balance, Reformation among brands launching sustainable footwear collective
The group’s proposed solution is to collectively minimize waste, reduce emissions and bring a circular approach to the footwear industry.
By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 3, 2023 -
Crocs tops $1B in Q3 revenue, but HeyDude continues to drag
Executives warned the holiday quarter could be rough for its DTC brand, with sales down as much as 25%, but said they still believe in its potential.
By Daphne Howland • Nov. 3, 2023 -
Hugo Boss group sales grow to $1.09B
The increase was driven by strong sales in the U.S. and a boost in its digital channels.
By Lara Ewen • Nov. 2, 2023 -
Vince Holding Corp. implements transformation program following sale
The brand aims to create savings of $30 million in the wake of an April deal to sell its IP to Authentic Brands Group.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated Nov. 29, 2023 -
Simon Property Group reduces stake in Forever 21 operator Sparc
CEO David Simon said the mall REIT will continue to monetize its retailer holdings due to their volatility.
By Daphne Howland • Nov. 2, 2023 -
Tommy Hilfiger partners with Greg Lauren on capsule collection
The 19-piece collection includes “reimagined prep icons” built from a blend of new and existing Hilfiger clothes.
By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 1, 2023 -
Phoebe Philo’s new namesake collection drops, disappears
The A1 line launched online Monday, and many of the pieces have already sold out.
By Lara Ewen • Oct. 31, 2023 -
Prada Group revenues up 12% despite weak sales in the Americas
Miu Miu retail sales were up 49% for the first nine months of the year, and the Prada brand saw a 13% increase for the period.
By Lara Ewen • Oct. 31, 2023 -
L Catterton sells stake in men’s apparel brand Rhone
The brand closed on a round of financing through a special purpose vehicle fund that allowed it to buy out the private equity firm’s minority stake.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 31, 2023 -
VF Corp. launches transformation program as some of its key brands falter
Vans remains a pain point for the apparel conglomerate, and the company will appoint a new president for the brand as part of its refresh efforts.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 31, 2023 -
Columbia reports $985.7M in Q3 sales, lowers full-year guidance
The company’s namesake brand led sales, while its prAna brand is undergoing a “reset.”
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Shein acquires Missguided from Frasers Group
The deal boosts Shein’s presence in the U.K., where analysts predict it could achieve 2.2% market share in 2023.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated Oct. 30, 2023 -
Shein and Temu agree to dismiss legal fights
The fast fashion rivals had been involved in two cases centered on copyright and antitrust laws.
By Laurel Deppen • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Ugg introduces pop-up AR mirror at NYC flagship
Made with fashion tech company Zero10, the mirror allows users to experience visual effects inspired by the brands “Uggextreme” product campaign.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Oct. 30, 2023