Marketing
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Dr. Martens releases limited-edition 1460 boot
The style is a commemoration of the brand’s 65th anniversary, which comes as the company navigates executive shifts and weak earnings.
By Laurel Deppen • April 1, 2025 -
Levi’s CEO: ‘If the wallet’s tighter, then we have to work harder’
Pickier shoppers just means higher execution is needed from the denim brand, Michelle Gass said. But a little help from Beyoncé never hurts.
By Cara Salpini • March 28, 2025 -
Gap Inc. CEO: ‘If you’re relevant enough it eventually drives revenue’
One of the most-watched turnarounds in retail started with a long look back at its past, Richard Dickson said at Shoptalk Spring.
By Cara Salpini • March 27, 2025 -
Inside H&M’s digital relaunch and approach to multichannel experiences
Head of Digital Jenn Volk explains how the retailer reimagined digital to increase brand storytelling around moments like its Charli XCX collaboration.
By Chris Kelly • March 26, 2025 -
Inside Puma’s new brand positioning and largest global campaign to date
The sportswear company will increase marketing investments by 40% in support of “Go Wild,” a campaign that reworks Afroman’s “Because I Got High.”
By Chris Kelly • March 21, 2025 -
Coach owner sues Shein over alleged sale of dupes
Tapestry says the fast fashion giant’s claims that products were “100% authentic” created the false impression of an affiliation with the handbag brand.
By Laurel Deppen • Updated March 20, 2025 -
Estée Lauder continues generative AI push with Adobe integration
The marketer will bring Adobe Firefly Services into its existing Adobe Creative Cloud workflows to increase efficiency and accelerate campaign execution.
By Chris Kelly • March 17, 2025 -
Hanes steps into athleisure category
The company said the line represents a “new era” of its basics business.
By Laurel Deppen • March 14, 2025 -
Reebok reenters golf with footwear, apparel offering
The move is part of a broader strategy to rebuild its image as a team sports company, an identity that was lost under Adidas’ ownership.
By Howard Ruben • March 13, 2025 -
On plots first co-created footwear, apparel collection with Zendaya
Deeper relationships with celebrity ambassadors and wholesale partners are in focus as the activewear brand grows sales by double digits.
By Cara Salpini • March 11, 2025 -
Anthropologie and Universal Standard launch size-inclusive collab
The collection offers shirts, jeans and dresses and is part of a push by both companies to extend their reach.
By Laurel Deppen • March 10, 2025 -
Deep Dive
The White Lotus and escapism’s enduring allure
The excesses of resort living are on trend, at least according to the fashion world’s new favorite television series.
By Lara Ewen • March 7, 2025 -
Hanes collaborates with Urban Outfitters on capsule
The collection is meant to offer a new take on the innerwear brand’s basics and pay tribute to its heritage.
By Laurel Deppen • March 3, 2025 -
Wrangler releases collab with burger chain
A 33-piece apparel and accessories line in partnership with Texas-based Whataburger is designed to blend the Western flavors of both brands.
By Lara Ewen • Feb. 27, 2025 -
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How Dermalogica plans for elevated in-store experiences: Q&A
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By Caroline Desmasures • Feb. 24, 2025 -
Victoria’s Secret launches collaboration with Altuzarra as it steps into ready-to-wear
The first drop of the line, which will include multiple collections throughout the year, focuses on wardrobe staples with a twist.
By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 21, 2025 -
Nike launches brand with Kim Kardashian’s Skims
NikeSkims will be available this spring with an assortment of training apparel, footwear and accessories.
By Cara Salpini • Feb. 20, 2025 -
Gap launches collab with Harlem’s Fashion Row
The 16-piece capsule includes the work of six Black designers and marks the continuation of a longstanding partnership.
By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 13, 2025 -
Gap to launch seasonal vintage drops throughout the year
The project, GapVintage, is a continuation of the apparel brand’s partnership with curator Sean Wotherspoon.
By Laurel Deppen • Feb. 3, 2025 -
Sephora releases documentary highlighting diversity
As others back away from DEI initiatives, the retailer said its film “reaffirms its commitment to fostering a world of inspiration and inclusion.”
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 28, 2025 -
Spanx launches new sculpting denim collection
The shapewear brand said the jeans, which come in two colors and styles, combine lycra-encased cotton fabrication with traditional denim detailing.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 24, 2025 -
How American Eagle’s CMO avoids AI’s ‘generic creative’ trap
At NRF’s Big Show, Craig Brommers addressed mounting production demands but said delegating more work to AI is a “scary” prospect.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 21, 2025 -
Pacsun’s TikTok marketing won over Gen Z. What’s next amid ban anxiety?
At NRF, CEO Brieane Olson was optimistic that TikTok’s model could be replicated elsewhere in the case of a shutdown but feared for creators.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 17, 2025 -
ASAP Rocky, a Burberry scarf and the ‘road back to authenticity’
CEO Joshua Schulman’s turnaround plan focuses on the outerwear and scarf categories — and it might be working.
By Kaarin Moore • Jan. 16, 2025 -
Kim Kardashian was the top US fashion influencer in 2024
More than half of consumers are likely to be swayed to purchase a product because of an influencer, Traackr said in a report.
By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 15, 2025