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    Y/Project shuts down

    The Paris-based fashion label is shuttering after 14 years following last year’s exit of CEO Pascal Conte-Jodra and creative director Glenn Martens.

    By • Jan. 9, 2025
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    Private equity firm buys controlling stake in True Religion

    The deal with Acon Investments comes as the denim brand looks to diversify its product offering and expand its reach.

    By • Jan. 9, 2025
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    Top 5 stories from Fashion Dive

    Fashion faced its share of shakeups in the first half of 2024, but few industries are more adept at reinvention or more suited to change.

    By Fashion Dive staff
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    Consortium Brand Partners acquires Jonathan Adler

    This is the private equity firm’s third acquisition in 18 months, following previously announced deals with Draper James and Outdoor Voices.

    By • Jan. 8, 2025
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    Madhappy and Juicy Couture collaborate on capsule

    The 15-piece collection of women’s and unisex pieces will combine details from both brands.

    By • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Dr. Martens creative director steps down after a decade

    Darren McKoy said he was ready to embrace new opportunities and creative challenges, and the footwear company hasn’t named a replacement.

    By • Updated Jan. 7, 2025
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    5 fashion trends from the Golden Globes

    The first red carpet of 2025 showcased monochromatic looks, metallic finishes, strong shoulders and dramatic details.

    By • Jan. 6, 2025
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    Perfect Corp expands into luxury fashion with Wannaby acquisition

    The company was acquired from Farfetch so Perfect Corp can broaden its virtual try-on capabilities into categories like shoes, bags and apparel. 

    By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 3, 2025
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    Marquee Brands acquires Laura Ashley

    With the addition of the U.K.-based lifestyle company, Marquee’s brand portfolio will exceed $4 billion in retail sales.

    By • Jan. 3, 2025
  • Philipp Plein raises his arms on the runway infront of a group of models wearing clothing from the Philipp Plein brand.
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    Levi’s sues Philipp Plein for trademark infringement

    The denim giant said the Switzerland-based luxury brand violated its tab trademark.

    By • Jan. 2, 2025
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    Shein joins Customs and Border Protection pilot program

    The program aims to prevent illegal and hazardous products from entering the U.S.

    By • Dec. 20, 2024
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    The top 7 fashion collabs of 2024

    From museums and streetwear to luxury and fast fashion, these pair-ups helped elevate their respective brands while staying true to their individual identities.

    By • Dec. 20, 2024
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    Brand loyalty is down from 2022 levels, study finds

    While price considerations were the top reason for formerly loyal customers leaving a brand, bad experiences weren’t far behind, according to an SAP Emarsys survey.

    By Bryan Wassel • Dec. 20, 2024
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    Bloomingdale’s adds fulfillment option for luxury DTC brands

    Shoppers can check on the availability of products via a DTC company’s website and pick up their order at a nearby Bloomingdale’s store.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 19, 2024
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    Puig to acquire Charlotte Tilbury by 2031

    The two companies’ strategic partnership will extend until Puig assumes ownership, and Charlotte Tilbury Limited will retain minority brand ownership until then.

    By • Dec. 18, 2024
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    9 luxury brands that made creative director changes in 2024

    Some of the departing designers exited their roles for new high-profile jobs while others have not announced future plans, leaving 2025 open to even more shifts.

    By • Dec. 18, 2024
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    SEC charges Express with failing to disclose $1M in perks to former CEO

    The agency did not impose a penalty, though, in part because the apparel retailer self-reported.

    By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 18, 2024
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    Goyard, Hermès are the top brands that retain value at resale: report

    Accessories resale platform Rebag’s annual Clair report also identified how 2024’s top trends influenced buying behavior.

    By • Dec. 17, 2024
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    L’amy eyewear extends Champion licensing agreement

    In partnership with the athleticwear brand’s new owner, Authentic Brands Group, the optical and sunglass firm has agreed to continue its relationship.

    By • Dec. 17, 2024
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    Supply chains of over 100 fashion brands linked to oil, gas fracking in Texas

    Stand.earth identified 107 fashion companies — including H&M, Puma and Adidas — that use textile materials generated by petrochemicals linked to the Permian Basin in a new report.

    By Zoya Mirza • Dec. 17, 2024
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    Vera Wang sells namesake brand to WHP Global

    Wang will become a shareholder and continue to lead the label’s creative direction.

    By • Dec. 16, 2024
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    4 designers who moved downmarket in 2024

    As younger consumers gravitate toward streetwear and shy away from luxury, new creative directors are bringing an elevated aesthetic to accessible fashion.

    By • Dec. 16, 2024
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    Bottega Veneta names Louise Trotter creative director

    The designer will leave her role at Carven in early 2025 and succeeds Matthieu Blazy, who is taking on the role of artistic director of fashion activities at Chanel.

    By • Dec. 13, 2024
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    Gap launches elevated subbrand designed by Zac Posen

    The line’s debut collection is holiday themed, with future launches planned for the spring.

    By • Dec. 13, 2024
  • Matthieu Blazy wears Prada at a fashion show in Milan.
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    Chanel names Matthieu Blazy creative director

    Blazy, who most recently spent three years at Kering-owned Bottega Veneta, will be responsible for the house's haute couture, ready-to-wear and accessories collections.

    By • Updated Dec. 13, 2024
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    Shein, Temu suspended from selling in Vietnam

    The fast fashion companies must register their businesses with the country’s e-commerce and digital economy agencies.

    By • Dec. 12, 2024