Tommy Hilfiger has once again captured the spotlight with an innovative approach to showcasing its latest collection, known as “fashion-tainment.” This unique term reflects a blending of fashion and entertainment, epitomized by the brand’s recent show held on a decommissioned Staten Island ferry. With a finale from the iconic Wu-Tang Clan, this event was not […]
America’s largest retailer, Walmart, recently stepped into the limelight of the fashion industry by hosting a pop-up shop in New York City. This event, held over the weekend, showcased its collaboration with renowned designer Brandon Maxwell and highlighted Walmart’s growing ambitions in the fashion space, particularly following recent promising sales figures in apparel. The pop-up […]
NEW YORK—In the heart of the Garment District, Sergio Hudson prepares for his Spring 2025 fashion show. Surrounded by the hustle and bustle of seamstresses and tailors, Hudson feels the pressure of finalizing his collection. Amid the artistic chaos, fulfilling timely orders is crucial, but his focus is on a more pragmatic concern: sell-through rates. […]
In a digital age where connection and engagement are paramount, TikTok has emerged as a game-changer for brands in the fashion, luxury, and beauty industries. With over one billion active users, the platform offers unprecedented opportunities for businesses to engage their audiences and drive sales through innovative marketing strategies. A recent analysis by the Business […]
As Europe’s luxury market grapples with an unprecedented crisis, recent analysis reveals a staggering loss of nearly $240 billion in market value. This downturn has left industry giants, once perceived as invaluable assets akin to the likes of America’s tech behemoths, facing a stark reality. The core of this tumult can be traced back to […]
The Body Shop, the iconic ethical beauty retailer, has successfully avoided permanent closure for its remaining 113 UK stores through a rescue deal led by British cosmetics tycoon Mike Jatania. This consortium, formed by Jatania and Paul Raphael, former executives at top financial institutions, marks a crucial turnaround in the retailer’s fortunes following a tumultuous […]
Fashion week continues to captivate audiences in New York and London, showcasing trends, creativity, and the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the business. As the industry gathers for another round of innovative showcases, two significant business events also demand attention: Nike’s shareholder meeting and Inditex’s results announcement. Each of these developments demonstrates the interconnectedness of fashion, corporate […]
In today’s competitive retail environment, brands must adapt to the rising expectations of their customers. Recent data from BigCommerce’s 2024 Global Ecommerce Report reveals that fashion and apparel brands globally experienced an impressive increase of 10.7 percent in gross merchandise value (GMV) from Q1 2023 to Q1 2024, partially driven by a 7.2 percent hike […]
Selena Gomez, known for her multifaceted career in entertainment, has now reached a remarkable milestone: she is officially a billionaire. According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Gomez’s net worth stands at an astonishing $1.3 billion, largely owing to her beauty brand, Rare Beauty. Launched just five years ago, the brand has rapidly gained traction, especially […]
On the opening day of New York Fashion Week, the glamour of the runway took a compelling backseat as the fashion community rallied for political activism. The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), in collaboration with Vogue and the nonprofit organization I Am a Voter, orchestrated a non-partisan march titled “Fashion for Our Future.” […]
