Thom Bettridge to Step Down as I-D Editor in Chief
Global editorial director Steff Yotka will succeed Bettridge, who is leaving to focus on his creative studio Content World.
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News & Analysis
Swatch Wins Ruling to Have Case Heard in Swiss Court
Swatch has won a partial victory in a row with a British group over supplying parts to independent repairers.
Swatch Wins Ruling to Have Case Heard in Swiss Court
Swatch has won a partial victory in a row with a British group over supplying parts to independent repairers.
News & Analysis
Louis Vuitton Plans to Open New Factories in France
The brand is looking to cut lead times to help it react to sales trends and plans to deliver handbags within a week of internal orders coming in, down from the current two weeks.
Louis Vuitton Plans to Open New Factories in France
The brand is looking to cut lead times to help it react to sales trends and plans to deliver handbags within a week of internal orders coming in, down from the current two weeks.
Retail
Trade Rifts Are Backdrop for China TV's Shaming of Global Brands
The annual programme, which calls out companies for alleged unfair practices against consumers, has previously targeted brands like Nike.
Trade Rifts Are Backdrop for China TV's Shaming of Global Brands
The annual programme, which calls out companies for alleged unfair practices against consumers, has previously targeted brands like Nike.
News & Analysis
Nike, Walmart Suppliers at Risk from US Trade War with China
Trump’s latest threat to impose tariffs on imports from China risks ensnaring some of the country’s most successful manufacturers that supply US multinationals.
Nike, Walmart Suppliers at Risk from US Trade War with China
Trump’s latest threat to impose tariffs on imports from China risks ensnaring some of the country’s most successful manufacturers that supply US multinationals.
News & Analysis
A Denim Factory Could Hold the Key to Reviving Pakistan’s Exports
With foreign reserves declining ahead of elections in July, Pakistan’s government is under pressure to revive its exports. Could Artistic Denim provide a solution?
A Denim Factory Could Hold the Key to Reviving Pakistan’s Exports
With foreign reserves declining ahead of elections in July, Pakistan’s government is under pressure to revive its exports. Could Artistic Denim provide a solution?
News & Analysis
Mulberry Doubles Down on UK Despite Brexit Woes
The handbag maker is committed to manufacturing in Britain, even as it grapples with rising costs since the country's EU referendum.
Mulberry Doubles Down on UK Despite Brexit Woes
The handbag maker is committed to manufacturing in Britain, even as it grapples with rising costs since the country's EU referendum.
News & Analysis
The New Fundamentals of Manufacturing
Agility has never been more critical to success in the fashion industry. BoF breaks down how brands big and small are streamlining their supply chains.
The New Fundamentals of Manufacturing
Agility has never been more critical to success in the fashion industry. BoF breaks down how brands big and small are streamlining their supply chains.
News & Analysis
Nike and Zara Clothing Suppliers Are Building Their Own Brands
There's a good chance your clothes are made by a company you've never heard of.
Nike and Zara Clothing Suppliers Are Building Their Own Brands
There's a good chance your clothes are made by a company you've never heard of.
News & Analysis
Made in the USA: Dead or Alive?
In North Carolina, once a booming textiles and apparel hub, there are signs of struggle — and life.
Made in the USA: Dead or Alive?
In North Carolina, once a booming textiles and apparel hub, there are signs of struggle — and life.
News & Analysis
Hilfiger Says Making Clothes in America Remains Unrealistic
The fashion designer views President Donald Trump’s push to make clothing in the US impossible as the factories 'don’t exist here in America.'
Hilfiger Says Making Clothes in America Remains Unrealistic
The fashion designer views President Donald Trump’s push to make clothing in the US impossible as the factories 'don’t exist here in America.'
News & Analysis
Adidas Unveils the First Speedfactory Sneakers
Manufactured in the brand's new German factory that can design, produce and deliver shoes in 45 days, the sneakers are the first of a six-piece collection inspired by cities to launch.
Adidas Unveils the First Speedfactory Sneakers
Manufactured in the brand's new German factory that can design, produce and deliver shoes in 45 days, the sneakers are the first of a six-piece collection inspired by cities to launch.
News & Analysis
Is the Old Sourcing Model Dead?
Low-cost labour country sourcing continues to dominate fashion manufacturing but a move toward digitisation and automation is shifting the entire paradigm.
Is the Old Sourcing Model Dead?
Low-cost labour country sourcing continues to dominate fashion manufacturing but a move toward digitisation and automation is shifting the entire paradigm.
The News in Brief
Under Armour Forecasts Steeper Annual Sales Decline
The athletic apparel maker is struggling with weak consumer demand amid macroeconomic uncertainty in its key North American market.
Skims to Enter India Through Partnership With Reliance Brands
The luxury arm of Reliance Retail will operate the Skims brand across physical and digital channels, beginning with Delhi and Mumbai.
Vogue World 2027 Will Be Held in San Francisco
The sixth edition of the annual runway spectacle will return to the US after this year's outing in Milan.
Capri Cuts Revenue Outlook as Iran War Hits Michael Kors Sales
Congestion at ports in Asia combined with weaker demand across Europe and emerging markets from the war hurt sales, the company said.
Sydney Towle, Influencer and Health Activist, Has Died
Towle, known for sharing her life as a young woman living with cancer, passed away aged 26 on Wednesday.
Ralph Lauren Beats Estimates on Demand From Affluent Shoppers
Strong sales among young and affluent shoppers helped drive quarterly revenue above analysts' expectations.
Kenvue Misses Estimates as Inflation, Tariffs Squeeze Margins
The US consumer health company and parent of Neutrogena narrowly missed Wall Street estimates for second-quarter results as tariffs and currency-related costs offset sales gains.