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JanSport expands into classic apparel and headwear

VF-owned JanSport has unveiled new product lines that it hopes will resonate with its target core consumer, Gen Z. The backpack company has launched a line of t-shirts and is preparing to further launch hats and beanies this summer, expanding the brand beyond handheld accessories. Each of the new products look to continue JanSport’s brand...

Business

VF Corporation appoints Nina Flood as president of Global Packs

VF Corporation has appointed Nina Flood as president of Global Packs. Global Packs brings together Eastpak, JanSport and Kipling. Flood will be based in the VF International headquarters in Switzerland, reporting to Martino Scabbia Guerrini, executive vice president and president of EMEA. “Nina’s previous experience as President of Eastpak and...

Fashion

Upcycling designer Nicole McLaughlin creates a collection with JanSport

American backpack retailer and VF corporation owned JanSport has linked with sustainable designer and upcycle artist Nicole Mclaughlin to create a capsule collection of apparel made from upcycled backpacks. The Nicole McLaughlin Upcycled JanSport Collection highlights a six-piece avant-garde style apparel collection starring a bra, shorts, vest,...