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Can Skims Level Up by Hiring Supreme’s Former Creative Chief?
Skims’ hire of former Supreme executive Erin Magee and promotion of Yeezy alum Kim Schraub to chief brand officer signal changes ahead as the brand tries to separate itself from its activewear rivals.
Worldview | Indigenous Designers Take Centre Stage in New Zealand
This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features China’s growing sportswear challengers, Saudi Arabia’s mall expansion and Romania’s forthcoming Vogue edition.
Shein’s IPO Won’t Mask Its Sustainability Challenges
The company has tried to address ESG concerns that have triggered regulatory investigations and fines in several countries, but many of those challenges remain and could weigh it down even after its market debut.
What’s Working for Independent Menswear Retailers
With customers having moved away from logo-heavy looks, indie retailers are finding ways to highlight subtle details like unique fabrics and treatments, while training staff to communicate about the craft that makes garments special.
Trump Administration Moves to Impose Over $100,000 Fee for H-1B Worker Visas
A BoF analysis previously found hundreds of workers employed by dozens of fashion and beauty companies use the visas for skilled workers.
ShopMy Might Be Bringing Affiliate Links Into Your Group Chats
ShopMy, fashion’s favoured affiliate marketing platform, lets shoppers make money off their friends.
Shein Sets IPO Date, Targets Up to $27 Billion Valuation
The company is set to debut on the Hong Kong stock exchange on Sept. 1 and is seeking to raise as much as $1.8 billion in its long-awaited IPO, according to a filing.
Logging Off Is the New Luxury. How Can Brands Adapt?
As consumers — particularly Gen Z — seek out reasons to get offline, fashion and beauty labels are catering to this new demand with no-phone, sensory and analogue activations.
Mall Brands Take the Stage as Abercrombie and Gap Report Earnings
Financial updates from the two retailers will show how well recent momentum is holding up as the mid-market apparel sector heads into the back-to-school season.
Neutrogena Responds to Criticism Over How Brand Deal With Hayden Panettiere Ended
Following the actress’s untimely death, the skincare company acknowledged it had ‘made her feel unsupported during [a] difficult time.’
Mike Ashley’s Luxury Bet Is Getting Bigger, but Does It Add Up?
The billionaire’s Frasers Group has added Harvey Nichols and an increased stake in Hugo Boss to a growing collection of high-end brands and retailers. Can they become part of a coherent luxury empire?
Marquee Brands to Acquire Roots in Go-Private Deal
The brand management company will add the Canadian lifestyle label to a growing portfolio that includes Roberto Cavalli and BCBG.