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Sperry continues relaunch with European distribution partnership

Footwear label Sperry is continuing its relaunch in Europe through a new partnership with Dubois, which has been appointed as the “regional engine” by the US brand’s parent company Authentic Brands Group. Following a “high-impact” return to the UK and Ireland markets, Sperry has now set its sights on mainland Europe, specifically the Benelux and...

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Safilo signs agreement to acquire Spy+ and Serengeti brands

Eyewear company Safilo has announced an exclusive agreement with Bollé Brands to acquire Spy+ and Serengeti. The two US brands are active in the sports, outdoor and high-end eyewear segments. Spy+, an authentic and established brand in the sports and sunglasses sector, will further strengthen Safilo's presence in sports and outdoor distribution...

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Moncler Group closes Q1 2026 with revenues up 12 percent

Moncler Group reported consolidated revenues of 880.6 million euros (1,035 million dollars) for the first three months of 2026, an increase of 12 percent at constant exchange rates (+6 percent at current exchange rates). The board of directors today approved the interim management statement for the first quarter. Last year, the first three...

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Switzerland: watch exports fall by 1 percent in March

Swiss watch exports contracted by one percent in March to 2.1 billion Swiss francs, driven down by the US market, according to figures published on Tuesday by the Federation of the Swiss Watch Industry (FH). American market in decline In March, exports to the US, the largest market for Swiss watchmakers, fell by 1.6 percent compared to the same...

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The Fashion Pact and Fashion for Good launch Circular Fibre Collective

A new cross-industry initiative has been launched by major players in the circular fashion world that have set out to accelerate the adoption and scaling of textile-to-textile (T2T) recycled and next generation fibres. The UK’s Fashion Pact and Dutch organisation Fashion for Good have come together to introduce the Circular Fibre Collective, an...

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CBP launches new tool for consolidated duty refunds

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has launched the first phase of its new refund system for duties collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), introducing the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) tool. Now live via the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) portal, CAPE allows importers...

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Clarks returns to profitability as turnaround strategy takes hold

British footwear brand Clarks has reported a return to the black for the financial year ended December 31, 2025. The Somerset-based company achieved an operating profit of 66.30 million pounds (89.55 million dollars), a significant recovery from the 18.10 million pounds loss recorded during the previous year. The group attributed this...

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NYC garment industry receives boost with 1.7 million dollar Local Production Fund

New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), in partnership with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), has announced the continuation of its Fashion Manufacturing Initiative (FMI) with the launch of a new Local Production Fund, backed by a combined 1.7 million dollar investment. The fund is designed to support New York...

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QVC’s US parent company files for bankruptcy

QVC Group, the US parent company of TV and social shopping firm QVC, has filed for bankruptcy after entering into a restructuring support agreement (RSA) with shareholders that hold a significant majority of its outstanding funded debt. The deal includes a prepackaged financial restructuring plan designed with the intention of reducing debt and...

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Lululemon launches e-commerce for Mexico, confirms eight new stores

Lululemon is continuing to scale in Mexico where it has now officially launched a dedicated e-commerce channel to enhance customer experience. The site’s debut complements the Canadian company’s further plans to increase its store count in the region during fiscal year 2026. In a press release, Lululemon confirmed that it is looking to open...

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Clean Clothes Campaign takes Levi’s to court over labour condition claims

The non-profit organisation Clean Clothes Campaign has initiated legal proceedings against Levi Strauss & Co. According to the organisation, the denim brand has misled consumers with statements about labour conditions in its supply chain, as stated in a press release. Four consumers are acting as co-claimants in the case. The lawsuit was...

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Antler reports fourth consecutive year of double-digit growth

British travel brand Antler has announced strong financial results for its fiscal year ending February 28, 2026, recording global gross sales of 52 million pounds (70.15 million dollars). The performance represents a 17 percent increase compared to the previous year and marks the fourth consecutive year of double-digit growth for the company....