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Inside Algeria’s Enigmatic Fashion Market
Brands like Zara and Mango are opening boutiques in Algeria, one of the largest yet least developed fashion markets in North Africa, as the country tries to shake off its isolationist past.
Actual Y2K Brands Want In on the Y2K Trend
From Ugg to Milani to True Religion, popular early-aughts brands are leaning into “newstalgia” — striking a balance between reminding consumers of their glory days and offering something fresh to stay relevant across generations.
Trump Threatens 50% More China Tariffs, Teases Talks With Others
President Donald Trump threatened to slap additional 50 percent import taxes on China in retaliation against China’s raised reciprocal tariffs on US goods, further escalating the trade war.
Influencer Brands Are Making a Comeback
After a few high-profile failures, influencer-founded brands faded from the spotlight at the start of the decade. Now, a new generation is rising — but is determined to chart a different course from its predecessors.
How Private Equity Failed North America’s Oldest Retailer
Hudson’s Bay is the latest victim of a strategy that involves loads struggling retailers up with debt and cutting costs to the bone, with predictable results, argues Doug Stephens.
It Could Set the Industry Back 50 Years: Fashion Braces for Impact of Trump Tariffs
From farmers to designers, the entire supply chain will be hit — but it is unclear what duties apply to a finished product.
This Week: Luxury’s Salone Love Affair
The downturn in demand for luxury fashion hasn’t stopped major brands from making a splash at Milan’s Salone del Mobile design fair.
Fashion Is ‘Tarrif-ied’ of Trump
There’s no escaping the import duties, which were far more wide ranging and severe than anticipated. After the initial panic subsides, the hard work of adapting to the new regime begins, writes Imran Amed.
The Secret to Giving an Old Beauty Brand a New Look
In a beauty market obsessed with new, younger labels often have the advantage. But a set of older brands are doubling-down on their legacies via retail spaces, redesigns and reeducation to secure future growth.
‘Mind-Boggling’ Tariffs Threaten Fashion With Covid-Level Crisis
The industry is scrambling to adjust to the shockwave of new import duties announced by President Donald Trump on ‘liberation day.’ Many of fashion’s biggest manufacturing hubs are facing the highest tariffs.
Oops! We Shaved It Again
After some false alarms, the bikini line lives another day — thanks to Gen Z consumers.
Why So Many Brands Gave Up on Clothing Rental
Ralph Lauren, American Eagle Outfitters and Banana Republic are among the retailers that briefly experimented with the concept. The implosion of CaaStle, which provided logistics for many of these services, is the clearest sign yet that rental’s future lies elsewhere.