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How Textile Innovator Recover Is Turning Sustainable Fabrics Into a Scalable Reality
Textile recycling firm Recover has entered the fabric market by developing a new recycled fabrics range, designed to complement pre-existing recycled cotton fibre offers. BoF sits down with Recover’s CEO to learn why now is the time to help businesses reach sustainability goals through fabric innovation.
Ashlynn Park Wins CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund
Julian Louie, designer of Aubero, and Stephanie Suberville of Heirlome were the runners-up.
Switzerland Moves Close to Securing Improved 15% US Tariff Deal
A 15 percent tariff on Swiss exports to the US would be a significant improvement from the previous 39 percent levy.
Prestige Hair Care’s Shampoo Problem
In recent years, prestige hair care has begun to grow at a faster rate than its mass competitors. The only problem: Shoppers still want drugstore shampoo.
Luar’s Raul Lopez Wins $50,000 Carmen Busquets Couture Prize
Designers Willy Chavarria and Patricio Campillo also received honours at the Latin American Fashion Awards which concluded this weekend in the Dominican Republic.
Shiseido Cuts Forecast, Announces New 2030 Strategy and Leadership
The Japanese conglomerate’s sales dipped to a nine month low in its latest earnings, which accompanied sweeping changes to leadership and the unveiling of its newest action plan.
Nykaa Posts Three-Fold Quarterly Profit Jump
Indian beauty retailer Nykaa's profit more than tripled in its earnings on Friday, boosted by steady demand for makeup and new tie-ups with global brands.
Novo Nordisk Bows Out of Metsera Takeover Battle
The Ozempic maker’s shares rose after Novo withdrew from a $10 billion takeover battle with Pfizer over obesity drug developer Metsera.
Nigo’s Human Made Boosts Tokyo IPO Price
The streetwear brand has increased the price of its initial share sale following strong investor demand.
Is China’s Luxury Market Ready to Rebound?
The short answer is yes — but it won’t soon return to its pre-pandemic growth rates. After two years of turbulence, the market remains shaky, and brands will need to earn every sale.
Can Fashion Still Meet Its Climate Promises?
As the UN’s annual COP climate summit gets underway against a challenging backdrop, the industry’s near-term pledges to help cap planet-warming emissions are slipping out of reach.
Inside Build in Amsterdam’s Approach to Multi-Channel Brand Building
The branding and e-commerce agency combines design, storytelling and Shopify technology to create seamless online experiences that echo the intimacy of in-store shopping.