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Disney unveils designer initiative ahead of Mickey Mouse’s 100th anniversary

Disney has announced a multi-year creative partnership with Condé Nast-owned magazine Vogue to spotlight Mickey Mouse ahead of the iconic character’s 100th anniversary. The ‘Visionary Designer Initiative’ has been created to invite designers, known for “boundary-pushing aesthetics, cultural impact,” to explore Disney’s archives to reimagine...

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Solbari launches US wholesale business

Australian sun protection apparel brand Solbari, known for its UPF 50+ clothing, sun hats and accessories, has launched a wholesale business in the US and appointed Grayson Davis as head of sales in the region to lead its retail growth strategy. In a statement, Melbourne-founded Solbari said the move marks an expansion beyond its...

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Saks Global cuts HQ headcount by 16 percent

Saks Global is cutting its corporate headcount by 16 percent amid the continued rollout of a restructuring plan designed to optimise the luxury retailer’s footprint. Company officials confirmed the news to WWD, which reported that around 640 workers will be impacted, reflecting 4 percent of Saks Global’s total workforce. The layoffs will not...

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PVH Foundation commits 10 million dollars to next-gen talent initiative

PVH Foundation, the philanthropic arm of global brand management firm PVH, has committed 10 million dollars to a new programme designed to uplift and support next generation talent. Set to run through 2030, ‘Runway Ahead’ will focus on facilitating mentorship opportunities, financial aid, and industry access for emerging designers and students....

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Demna Gvasalia deconstructs Gucci's history in new exhibition

Demna Gvasalia is rewriting Gucci's history in a “museum of museums”. As part of a new exhibition, the creative director of the Florentine brand tells the house's story not as a linear chronicle, but as a multifaceted reinterpretation blending the present and memory. With the “Gucci Storia” exhibition at Palazzo Gucci, he is creating a “museum...

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Aeffe: chief financial officer Rocco Bennici resigns

Yesterday, in a statement, Aeffe spa, the luxury company listed on the Euronext Milan market of the Italian Stock Exchange, announced that Rocco Bennici, chief financial officer, head of financial reporting and investor relations, has resigned. His resignation is effective from June 9, 2026, to pursue a new professional opportunity. Aeffe owns...

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Recently acquired footwear retailer André prepares for "a future expansion phase"

Paris, France – Footwear retailer André, acquired in January, is preparing for a "future expansion phase", according to a court ruling seen by AFP. This decision comes despite a challenging consumer environment and the erosion of its workforce and store portfolio over the years. According to the takeover bid, André was placed into receivership...

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Columbia Sportswear surpasses first quarter expectations despite tariff headwinds

The US outdoor and lifestyle group Columbia Sportswear Company has reported financial results for the first quarter ended May 1, 2026, exceeding internal guidance for both net sales and profitability. The performance was supported by early wholesale shipments for the spring/summer 2026 season and robust demand across the US and Europe. Net sales...

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Spotlight on Black independent retailers: The Narativ x Brooklyn Kettle

There’s space in the fashion world for everyone, including independent boutiques. But what does it take to launch your own shop? And what is the experience of being a Black entrepreneur in an industry that hasn’t always been supportive of Black creatives? There is so much to learn from Black independent retailers, not just about retail, but...

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Adolfo Domínguez closes 2025 with an 80.58 percent profit increase

Madrid – Spanish fashion multinational Adolfo Domínguez has reported its results for the close of its 2025 fiscal year. The period, which ended on February 28, 2026, saw the company complete the year on a positive note for both sales and turnover. The company is currently celebrating its 50th anniversary. According to the data presented by the...

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BasicNet: turnover up 35 percent in first quarter

Consolidated turnover for BasicNet (K-Way, Woolrich, Superga) grew by 35.1 percent in the first quarter. Aggregate sales of products bearing the group's brands, developed worldwide by the network, amounted to 299.1 million euros. This compares to 268.8 million euros in the first three months of the previous financial year, an increase of 11.3...

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Gildan reports record revenue amid HanesBrands integration

Canadian apparel manufacturer Gildan Activewear Inc. has reported record net sales for the first quarter ended March 29, 2026. The results represent the first full fiscal period following the consolidation of HanesBrands into the group’s financial statements. Net sales from continuing operations reached 1.17 billion dollars, representing a 63.8...