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Breaking the pattern: The apparel brands ditching trends and seasons

In an industry that thrives from constant change, a handful of fashion brands have broken away from convention to refine timeless apparel collections. Their seasonless business models proved notably resilient during the pandemic when many clothing companies suffered from overstock and supply chain woes. Could they serve as a viable alternative to overproduction and other wasteful practices that prevail in the fickle world of fashion? Sometimes it takes outsiders to question norms that hav...

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London Fashion Week June 2023 Starts This Week

We are delighted to announce the launch of London Fashion Week (LFW) June 2023, taking place from Friday 9th to Monday 12th June 2023. LFW June 2023 is a transitional season, piloting a cultural programme with the aim to reframe the platform as one focused on the amplification of technology, craftsmanship, sustainability, diversity, and menswear storytelling for June 2024. LFW June 2023 will remain gender neutral with a spotlight on menswear. Explore the programme of events, which highli...

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Kickers makes a comeback

Kickers is enjoying a resurgence in popular culture thanks its on-trend designs, big-name fashion collaborations and support of up-and-coming creative talent.ï¿½ï¿½ From campus hallways to festival stages, Kickers is leaning into its rich fashion and music heritage to show up in Gen Z's favourite places, including London Fashion Week and the Baltic Weekender Festival.ï¿½ The recent launch of the Kickers Kade saw the brand dive into its archives for inspiration from the noughties. In col...

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The Air Jordan 2 "H" Wings Pays Tribute to a Legend of Jordan Brand

Basketball culture has the power to move the world forward. For Jordan Brand, no one has embodied the potential of the game quite like Howard “H” White – the inimitable legend and mentor who has helped Air Jordan (and countless others around the world) take flight. He's now Vice President of Jordan Brand Affairs, as well as a co-creator of Jordan Brand Wings. To honor H's impact on the brand and the global community of basketball, Jordan Brand is releasing the limited-edition Air Jordan 2...

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More changes at Nike as new Converse CEO announced

US sportswear giant Nike is continuing to reshuffle its leadership team, this time with the appointment of Jared Carver as the new CEO and president at footwear label Converse. Carver has worked for the past four years as the vice president and general manager of Converse's North America business, where he was credited with unlocking “strong growth” in the company's key market. He's also served in other roles within the business, including VP/GM of Global Digital Direct; VP of strategy;...

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Porsche Asia Pacific and Puma reveal sneaker collaboration

Porsche Thailand and Puma have released a batch of limited-edition sneakers as part of 'Dreams in Colours', a celebration of three decades of enduring Porsche passion in Thailand. Alongside the collaboration, Porsche has partnered with pioneering global music and media company 88rising to run a #Dreamsincolours TikTok competition, which aims to empower aspiring Thai artists to achieve their d The kaleidoscopic sneaker collection has been designed to complement the Porsche 911 Carrera GTS...

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Gap Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2023 Results

Gap Inc.,ï¿½a portfolio of purpose-led, billion-dollar lifestyle brands including Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, and Athleta, and the largest specialty apparel company in the U.S., today reported financial results for its first quarter ended April 29, 2023. ''We continue to take the necessary actions to drive critical change at Gap Inc., ultimately getting us back on a path toward delivering consistent results long-term,” said Bob Martin, Executive Chairman and Interim CEO, Gap Inc. “While...

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Item of the week: the leather coat

What it is: The trench coat is a popular staple coat silhouette that has transcended seasons and time periods to still be relevant in the modern day. However, it has seen an update for the coming autumn/winter 2023 season in the form of a material adaptation – particularly with the use of leather or leather alternatives. Many a designer took on the coat shape for their runway collections, experimenting with the material to create unique forms and abstract silhouettes. The style has also pre...

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Gap Inc. Releases 2022 ESG Report, Sharing Progress on Sustainability and Inclusion

Gap Inc. released its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report today, outlining the company's progress in 2022 toward building a more sustainable, resilient, and inclusive business across its corporate functions and portfolio of brands including Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic and Athleta. The report reflects how the company is accelerating positive social and community impact, highlights its approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and shares progress toward its 2025...

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Hugo Boss Launches New Brand Line Hugo Blue

Following the successful brand refresh in 2022, HUGO BOSS is expanding its portfolio with HUGO BLUE, a new line under the HUGO brand. Set to launch with a Summer collection in 2024, HUGO BLUE is especially dedicated to denim and will follow the brand's easy and unconventional look and feel. - - As part of the HUGO family, the new brand line introduces the well-known HUGO logo in blue as a powerful form of self-expression. HUGO BLUE stands for a bold, fresh, and young style. The aesthetic of...

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