Worldview | Africa’s Garment Factories Raise Alarm Over US Tariffs The fashion industry is a delicate ecosystem, with global markets intricately intertwined, each thread pulling on another. As this week’s news unfolds, Africa’s garment factories find themselves at the center of a storm caused by the recent tariffs imposed by the United States. While manufacturers […]
Op-Ed | Fashion’s Reset: What Tariffs Are Forcing Us to Finally Fix
Fashion’s Reset: What Tariffs Are Forcing Us to Finally Fix The fashion industry has long been plagued by issues such as collapsing margins and surging inventory costs. These challenges have not only created a crisis within the industry but have also shed light on the urgent need to rebuild our broken fashion system. In a […]
Levi Strauss Beats Quarterly Sales Estimates on Steady Denim Demand
Levi Strauss Beats Quarterly Sales Estimates on Steady Denim Demand The iconic denim brand, Levi Strauss, has once again showcased its resilience in the face of economic uncertainties by surpassing quarterly sales estimates. Despite the challenges posed by the ever-changing market dynamics, Levi Strauss managed to post a remarkable 3 percent rise in reported quarterly […]
Apparel Manufacturing Countries Seek to Negotiate With Trump on Tariffs
Apparel Manufacturing Countries Seek to Negotiate With Trump on Tariffs The global apparel industry is facing a significant challenge as the United States under President Trump’s administration has imposed tariffs on a wide range of goods, including fashion and footwear. This move has sparked concerns and uncertainties among Asian manufacturing hubs such as Vietnam, Indonesia, […]
Report: Prada to Decide on Versace Deal This Week
Report: Prada to Decide on Versace Deal This Week Luxury fashion giants Prada and Versace are making headlines this week as reports suggest a potential takeover deal in the works. Speculations are rife that Prada is gearing up to acquire Versace in a deal that could be announced as early as Thursday. The deal, which […]
‘Mind-Boggling’ Tariffs Threaten Fashion With Covid-Level Crisis
‘Mind-Boggling’ Tariffs Threaten Fashion With Covid-Level Crisis The fashion industry is no stranger to challenges, but the recent announcement of new import duties by President Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through the sector. Dubbed as ‘liberation day’ by the administration, the unveiling of these tariffs has left many in the industry scrambling to adjust and […]
& Other Stories Appoints Jonathan Saunders Chief Creative Officer
& Other Stories Appoints Jonathan Saunders Chief Creative Officer Luxury fashion brand & Other Stories has made a significant move in the industry by appointing Jonathan Saunders as their Chief Creative Officer. The former designer at Diane von Furstenberg is set to take on this newly created role at the H&M Group-owned brand, bringing with […]
Trump’s Tariffs Rock Fashion’s Supply Chain
Trump’s Tariffs Rock Fashion’s Supply Chain The fashion industry is no stranger to disruptions, be it the ever-changing trends or technological advancements. However, the latest shake-up comes not from the runways of Paris or Milan but from the political corridors of Washington. President Trump’s recent announcement of severe import duties has sent shockwaves through the […]
LVMH Announces Finalists for 2025 Prize for Young Designers
LVMH Announces Finalists for 2025 Prize for Young Designers The prestigious LVMH Prize for Young Designers has been a beacon of support for emerging talent in the fashion industry, and this year is no exception. With the final event set to take place on September 3rd, the anticipation is building as the world eagerly awaits […]
Victoria & Albert Museum to Rename Fashion Wing After Burberry Following Renovation
Victoria & Albert Museum to Rename Fashion Wing After Burberry Following Renovation The renowned Victoria & Albert Museum in South Kensington is gearing up for a monumental change that is bound to reshape the landscape of the fashion world. The museum’s celebrated fashion gallery, set to reopen its doors in 2027, is undergoing a significant […]