UK kids’ sleepwear specialist Mori has acquired Kidly, the online lifestyle brand for 0-5s. It’s Mori’s first-ever acquisition and is aimed at strengthening its foothold in the pre-school category and fast-tracking omnichannel growth across the UK and US. Mori It also reflects its wider strategy to “grow brand reach, support complementary children’s businesses, and build…
At a time when its knack for innovation is in question, Nike on Wednesday announced a project to help Kenyan running superstar Faith Kipyegon do what no woman ever has: run a mile in under four minutes. Reuters Nike said it is helping Kipyegon train, and designing shoes and apparel customized to her body, under an…
By Reuters Published April 23, 2025 British finance minister Rachel Reeves announced steps on Wednesday to prevent the dumping of goods with unfairly low prices into the country which could surge as a result of U.S. President Donald Trump’s sky-high tariff on imports from China. Rachel Reeves – Reuters Reeves, who wants to smooth the…
By Bloomberg Published April 23, 2025 When Forever 21’s US operator asked for a discount of as much as 50% on a shipment from Kyuseung Ahn’s Seoul-based activewear supplier Leukon Inc., Ahn agreed to the American fast-fashion chain’s demands. For Ahn, it was business as usual: the goods were delivered and the two were exchanging…
By Bloomberg Published April 23, 2025 The $1.7 trillion fashion industry is a major polluter: By one estimate, it’s responsible for between 8% and 10% of annual greenhouse gas emissions, more than aviation and shipping combined. Bloomberg Clothes manufacturing relies on fossil-fuel-derived fibers like polyester and guzzles energy and water. And the churn of fast…
We’ve seen him fronting Boss campaigns and now he’s going deeper. Yes, David Beckham and Boss have launched their first collection that’s been designed by the brand’s own team alongside the superstar ex-footballer. David Beckham – Boss “Inspired by his personal style, Beckham brings his vision, impeccable taste, and innate fashion expertise to the Boss…
Translated by Roberta HERRERA Published April 23, 2025 From April 1 to 4, the Recinto Modernista de Sant Pau hosted the 35th edition of the biannual fashion event. This latest spring edition of the runway shows, organized by the 080 Barcelona Fashion platform, was defined by a diverse roster of brands—featuring both established names from…
Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published April 23, 2025 Carolina Herrera, owned by Spanish group Puig, will present its main collection outside New York Fashion Week for the first time in its history. On Sept. 18, the fashion house will unveil its Spring/Summer 2026 line in Madrid. Founded by designer Carolina Herrera, the brand described the…
Stella McCartney is celebrating Earth Month and has just launched a Future of Fashion innovation installation at its 23 Old Bond Street flagship in London – “platforming the luxury pioneer’s legacy today and next-gen materials of tomorrow, including the brand’s most sustainable collection ever”, the Summer 2025 offer. Stella McCartney Summer 2025 “Led by a…
After twenty years of climbing the crime ladder, Oakland has been enjoying a new lease on life for the past few months. Long in the shadow of San Francisco, this symbol of American diversity – almost 50% of its population is Black and Latino – is showing a new optimism, with cutting-edge fashion boutiques opening…