Designer Brands president talks Le Tigre footwear launch

Bill Jordan reveals details about the six-piece collection and what’s next for the brand and company.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 14, 2023

True Fit partners with Shopify to add AI fit recommendations to e-commerce

True Fit expects the partnership to be long term as it makes the tech more widely accessible to thousands of partner brands.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 14, 2023

Amazon to reduce its private label offering

The company plans to ultimately cut its in-house product offerings to less than 20 brands, reports say.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 11, 2023

J. Crew taps apparel veteran Adrienne Lazarus to lead Madewell

Most recently Lazarus co-led DTC intimates brand Cuup, and has held leadership roles at Intermix, Ann Taylor, Bandier and Frye.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 9, 2023

Under Armour brings on new designers as it looks to improve product offerings

Amid a pivot to athleisure, the brand’s revenue fell 2% in the most recent quarter, due mostly to a 6% decline in wholesale.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 8, 2023

Aurate partners with Macy’s, Helzberg Diamonds

The digitally native jewelry brand is entering wholesale after closing its own stores. CEO Sophie Kahn spoke to Fashion Dive’s sister publication Retail Dive about its strategy.

By Dani James • Aug. 7, 2023

Adidas CEO: Selling Yeezy designs in the future is ‘not part of our strategy’

Bjørn Gulden said that while the company is legally able to do that, “our task now is to limit the damage ... and build a business later without Yeezy.”

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 4, 2023

Gap and LoveShackFancy collab on 76-piece collection

The capsule combines Gap’s classic logo with the vintage-inspired aesthetic of LoveShackFancy.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 4, 2023

Steve Madden revenue drops again in Q2

The trendy fashion firm’s long-term growth strategy includes more DTC business and expanded offerings in handbags and apparel.

By Lara Ewen • Aug. 3, 2023

American Eagle Outfitters COO to exit

Michael Rempell is leaving the retailer after 23 years in a planned leadership transition. Meanwhile, the company raised its Q2 forecast.

By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 3, 2023

Skechers and Snoop Dogg collaborate on sneaker line as part of multi-year partnership

The line includes nine sneakers and the footwear giant plans to launch two other capsules with the rapper in the coming weeks.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 1, 2023

Walmart aims for affordable, sustainable clothing with carbon capture tech pilot

A test with Rubi Laboratories seeks to integrate carbon capture technology across the retail giant’s supply chain and produce affordable apparel from the emissions.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 31, 2023

Skechers logs record sales again in Q2 despite wholesale challenges

Executives pointed to strong performance of direct-to-consumer sales, particularly at retail locations.

By Laurel Deppen • July 28, 2023

Adidas to release more Yeezy inventory in August, including through wholesale partners

The decision comes just a few days after the athleticwear brand raised its guidance, citing the “positive impact” of the first Yeezy sale.

By Cara Salpini • July 28, 2023

Gap Inc. turns to Mattel operations chief Richard Dickson as CEO

The toy maker's longtime executive was instrumental in reinvigorating Barbie and other signature brands. Can he pull it off again?

By Daphne Howland • July 26, 2023

Adidas raises guidance after successful Yeezy drop

The first sale of leftover inventory slashed 250 million euros from its projected operating loss, and further drops could help even more.

By Cara Salpini • July 25, 2023

H&M sues Shein for copyright infringement

The case was filed in Hong Kong, with the next hearing scheduled for the end of July.

By Laurel Deppen • July 25, 2023

AG Jeans taps fashion industry veteran for new CEO role

Glenn McMahon will be the California-based company’s first CEO in its 20-plus year history and will report to AG owner and founder Yul Ku.

By Lara Ewen • July 24, 2023

Yeezy was only part of Adidas’ problems. The athleticwear brand has been falling further behind Nike for years.

Since 2013, Adidas’ net sales have grown by less than $5 billion as it struggles to keep pace with the broader market. Could a new CEO and a clean slate reverse those trends?

By Cara Salpini • July 24, 2023

Carhartt expands its resale program to allow mail-in trades

The workwear brand’s Reworked partnership with Trove will allow it to reach customers throughout the U.S. by the end of 2023.

By Laurel Deppen • July 20, 2023

True Religion’s new chief marketing officer will lead the brand’s digital pivot

Kristen D’Arcy, formerly of Pacsun and American Eagle Outfitters, said she expects e-commerce to represent 50% of the brand’s revenue in a few years.

By Lara Ewen • July 19, 2023

Express chief merchandising officer exits

Malissa Akay has left the apparel retailer effective immediately, according to a Friday regulatory filing.

By Nate Delesline III • July 18, 2023

David’s Bridal reportedly will keep nearly 200 stores open under new ownership

The chain has been seeking a buyer since before its April bankruptcy filing. An offer from Cion Investment Corp was approved.

By Daphne Howland • July 17, 2023

Designers sue Shein for copyright infringement under racketeering laws

The RICO statute could help plaintiffs wrestle with the e-commerce giant’s unusual corporate structure and production strategy, experts say. 

By Daphne Howland • July 14, 2023

Designer Brands names DSW president

Laura Denk, who comes to the company from Michaels, will oversee owned brands — a major focus for the shoe retailer. 

By Kaarin Moore • July 11, 2023