Articles by Don-Alvin Adegeest
US blocks textile imports from 26 Chinese companies amid forced labour concerns
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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has expanded its efforts to combat forced labour in the supply chain by adding 26 textile companies based in China to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List. This move, effective May 17th, restricts goods produced by these entities from entering the United States, targeting...
Ecco.kollektive launches its fifth season with Craig Green, Louis-Gabriel Nouchi, and Ottolinger
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Danish footwear and leather giant Ecco have returned with Ecco.kollektive, a pioneering platform for leather innovation for its fifth season. The latest lineup of guest designers include Craig Green, Louis-Gabriel Nouchi, and Ottolinger. Formerly known as At.kollektive, the project maintains its core mission of fostering excitement, surprise,...
David Beckham and Boss ink design partnership
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David Beckham and Hugo Boss AG have entered into a multi-year partnership which will see Beckham design for the German fashion company’s flagship brand Boss. Under the agreement capsule and seasonal collections reflecting Beckham’s style would be overseen by the former football player and retail within the price range between Boss Camel and Boss...
Ghana says reports of a "tsunami of textile waste" is inaccurate
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Reports of a textile waste crisis in Ghana have been debunked by the country’s Ghana Used Clothing Dealers Association, who challenge beliefs of uncontrolled pollution and waste. Ghana is the world’s largest importer of used clothing, with most clothing ending up in Kantamanto in Accra, the world's largest second-hand clothes market. The...
Pinterest launches shoppable print magazine with Real Simple
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Social media platform Pinterest and Real Simple magazine have joined forces to create a shoppable issue named "Best & Brightest." The collaboration features over 120 curated products, with QR codes embedded in each magazine segment that lead readers to corresponding Pinterest boards, where articles can be purchased. The issue launched on...
VF Corporation is mulling a sale of streetwear brand Supreme
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In less than four years since its acquisition, VF Corporation is reportedly mulling a sale of its streetwear brand Supreme. Back in December 2020, the group bought the New York skater brand, valuing it at 2.1 million dollars, making it one of the largest fashion transactions of the year. According to WWD, VF Corp is considering divesting Supreme...
24S presents “Parisian Playground” in collaboration with LVMH Prize winners
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Luxury fashion e-commerce platform 24S is continuing its collaboration with the prestigious LVMH Prize for the sixth consecutive year, commemorating the emergence of new designer talent through an exclusive capsule collection. Unveiled in May, the collection is a testament to the creative prowess of the three winners from the 2023 edition:...
Burberry's sales slump signals struggle to realise potential
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In a seemingly perpetual turnaround, Burberry's latest results, unveiled on Wednesday, illustrate the ongoing struggle for the brand to attract shoppers to its contemporary British luxury wares. Despite its efforts, Burberry's sales plummeted by 12 percent in the first quarter, accompanied by a sharp decline in share prices over the past year,...
Queen Camilla pledges not to buy new fur, said PETA
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Buckingham Palace has confirmed PETA's long-awaited request: Queen Camilla has pledged to no long procure fur for her wardrobe, following the precedent set by the late Queen Elizabeth II in 2019. This marks Queen Camilla's inaugural stance against the fur industry, however the confirmation does not state she will not wear fur from existing...
UK Retailers embrace multifaceted strategy to boost sales, says study
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New research from American Express has revealved that UK retailers are embracing a multifaceted approach to drive sales growth this year, with a strategic focus on both physical expansion and digital enhancement. Surveying 500 senior decision-makers across the retail and hospitality sectors, Amex's study delves into the challenges, investment...