Tariffs Won’t Kill Fast Fashion, But They Might Kill Sustainable Fashion In recent years, the fashion industry has been undergoing a transformation. With sustainability and ethical practices at the forefront of many brands’ agendas, there has been a notable shift towards a more conscious way of producing and consuming fashion. However, with America’s escalating trade […]
L’Oréal Aiming for 5% Growth in China This Year
L’Oréal Aiming for 5% Growth in China This Year L’Oréal, the global cosmetics giant, is setting its sights on a 5% growth target in China for the current year. This ambitious goal comes straight from the North Asia chief executive, Vincent Boinay, who expressed his optimism about the market during a recent announcement. According to […]
US Fashion Lobby Warns Trump Cuts Threaten Key Supply-Chain Programmes
US Fashion Lobby Warns Trump Cuts Threaten Key Supply-Chain Programmes The US fashion industry is facing a critical threat as the Trump administration announces cuts to key supply-chain programs aimed at combating child labor, forced labor, and human trafficking overseas. With the Labor Department slashing over $500 million in funding for these vital initiatives, the […]
H&M: Stuck in the Middle With You
H&M: Stuck in the Middle With You In the fast-paced world of fashion retail, staying ahead of the curve is crucial to success. However, for retail giant H&M, the road to success seems to be filled with obstacles as it finds itself stuck in the middle of fierce competition between low-priced brands like Shein and […]
Jaipur, Not Antwerp: Why India Increasingly Supplies The World’s Gemstones
Jaipur, Not Antwerp: Why India Increasingly Supplies The World’s Gemstones In the world of high-end jewelry, the mention of sourcing gemstones often conjures up images of Antwerp, Belgium, known as the diamond capital of the world. However, a new player has been making significant strides in the gemstone industry – Jaipur, India. Brands such as […]
Zara Owner Inditex’s Transport Emissions Balloon to Record Highs
Zara Owner Inditex’s Transport Emissions Balloon to Record Highs Inditex, the powerhouse behind popular brands like Zara, Massimo Dutti, and Pull&Bear, has recently found itself in hot water as its transport emissions skyrocketed to unprecedented levels. Despite setting ambitious climate goals, the company’s efforts seem to have fallen short, with transport-related carbon emissions surging at […]
US considers adding Shein and Temu to forced labour list
US Considers Adding Shein and Temu to Forced Labor List Chinese retailers Shein and Temu are facing heat as the United States contemplates the possibility of placing them on a forced labor list. This move comes after allegations of human rights violations in their supply chains have surfaced, prompting concerns from various human rights organizations […]
China Says PVH Engaged in “Improper” Conduct Related to Xinjiang
China Says PVH Engaged in “Improper” Conduct Related to Xinjiang The recent announcement by China’s commerce ministry regarding PVH, the parent company of renowned fashion brands Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, has sent shockwaves through the global business community. The ministry has stated its intention to summon PVH in the near future, citing “improper” conduct […]
‘Ethical’ Cotton Is Being Picked by Child Labourers in India, Watchdog Finds
“Unethical Practices Uncovered: Major Retailers Linked to Child Labor in Indian Cotton Farms” A recent report has shed light on a dark reality in the fashion industry – the use of child labor in Indian cotton farms supplying major retailers like Zara-owner Inditex, H&M Group, Gap Inc., and Amazon. The findings reveal a distressing connection […]
Op-Ed | The Cost of Growth in Beauty
Op-Ed | The Cost of Growth in Beauty In the ever-evolving landscape of the beauty industry, maintaining momentum and staying ahead of the competition has become increasingly challenging for brands. As noted by Barclays’ Lauren Lieberman, the influx of new players and the impact of external factors have significantly raised the stakes for beauty companies […]