Shein’s IPO: Where it stands and what’s next Shein's $66 billion London IPO is set to be one of the largest in recent years, but the company faces significant regulatory challenges and scrutiny over its labor practices and environmental impact as it seeks approval for its market debut.
Why the UK fashion industry is doubling down on circularity amid challenges One year in, the Circular Fashion Innovation Network is driving the UK’s transition to a circular fashion economy through sustainable practices, AI integration and regulatory collaboration. Meanwhile, other markets are scaling back their commitments.
LVMH sales fall 3% in Q3, company urges “patience” LVMH’s Q3 2024 results show a 5% dip in fashion sales, falling short of expectations as the group focused on Japan’s tax-free market and the Paris 2024 Olympics for brand visibility.
The Mackage guide to securing effective athlete partnerships Currently working wth Croatian footballer Joško Gvardiol, Mackage takes an authentic, long-term approach to athlete partnerships, which plays into its contract negotiations.
Fashion Briefing: The shift to in-house marketing — Fashion brands balance cost and creativity Rising costs, increased demand for efficiency and the global economic outlook have driven many fashion brands to reconsider their marketing approaches. By moving efforts in-house, brands can achieve greater control, streamline communication and reduce costs, but they also face challenges in maintaining innovation and creativity.
H&M defines a new, music-focused marketing direction H&M is doubling down on its strategy to blend fashion and music, amid increasing competition in the fast fashion market.
Stitch Fix introduces AI-driven customer profiles amid revenue decline Over the last year, Stitch Fix has increasingly used data and AI to create personalized shopping experiences. Its newest bet on AI, a tool called StyleFile, aims to improve its service as the company works to recover from an extended rough patch.
Game Changers: How athletes are redefining luxury fashion’s marketing playbook Forget digitally native influencers — athletes are now the ultimate ambassadors of luxury, combining their aspirational lifestyles with a sense of relatability that’s hard to beat.
Google updates Lens to streamline the path to purchase Google Lens updates are changing shopping with instant product information, price comparisons and features like Circle to Search solving pain points for fashion consumers.