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2024 November


Walmart DEI gives up the ghost, giving way to ‘belonging’

Walmart DEI gives up the ghost, giving way to ‘belonging’

“We’ve been on a journey and know we aren’t perfect, but every decision comes from a place of wanting to foster a sense of belonging, to open doors to opportunities for all our associates, customers and suppliers and to be a Walmart for everyone,” the company said in an email.


Dick’s pits top athletes against each other in holiday decorating contest

Dick’s pits top athletes against each other in holiday decorating contest

Dick’s is expanding its holiday marketing with a Texas-centric effort featuring top athletes with close ties to the state, including gymnast Simone Biles.


OTB’s Stefano Rosso on revaluing luxury with innovation

OTB’s Stefano Rosso on revaluing luxury with innovation

As chairman of Maison Margiela and CEO of Marni, Stefano Rosso is future-proofing OTB by expanding to the Middle East and Asia-Pacific with a focus on innovation.


The COP flop: What the failure of the world’s biggest climate summit means for fashion

The COP flop: What the failure of the world’s biggest climate summit means for fashion

If we can show other sectors how to collaborate — like the partnerships we’ve been building with brands, development banks, and clean energy providers — we can create a blueprint for change that goes way beyond our own footprint,” says Lewis Perkins, president and CEO of the Apparel Impact Institute.


The International Woolmark Prize is back for 2025 — these are the nominees

The International Woolmark Prize is back for 2025 — these are the nominees

“It’s not just about creating new designs — it’s about breaking down the traditional boundaries of size and fabric usage.” Lantink expressed similar thoughts: “It’s about reimagining what’s possible within fashion’s existing structures — breaking down and reconstructing pieces in ways that create new value from what already exists.” At Luar, Lopez defined it as “pushing boundaries by blending cultural references, streetwear and luxury, while challenging traditional fashion norms”.


On pulls back on wholesale as Q3 sales surge more than 32%

On pulls back on wholesale as Q3 sales surge more than 32%

Jane Hali & Associates analysts said the brand “has runway for growth globally across genders, children’s, additional categories, and vertical stores,” noting that its product is “resonating with consumers, particularly with men and the running community” and is poised to gain among younger women thanks to “partnerships with athletes, celebrities and influencers.”


How Arsenal became fashion’s favourite football club

How Arsenal became fashion’s favourite football club

Those on the fashion radar include Rice, who recently wore a double-breasted Prada suit to the London Football Awards; Bukayo Saka, a regular attendee of Burberry shows and star of the Aimé Leon Dore x New Balance campaign; Leah Williamson, who is a Gucci ambassador; and Lotte Wubben-Moy, profiled in the current issue of The Gentlewoman.


What’s next for The RealReal

What’s next for The RealReal

Prior to Koryl’s arrival, which he marked with dramatic cost-cutting measures (including over 200 layoffs), The RealReal was in dire straits, as the labour and cost-intensive backend processes prevented the company from achieving growth or profitability.


As Trump rises again, so too might inflation

As Trump rises again, so too might inflation

During the election, Trump promised lower interest rates — a major consumer concern that some pundits believe influenced the outcome Tuesday — though Saunders noted that rate-setting is not within a U.S. president’s purview.


Etsy focuses on gifts with a personal touch in sprawling holiday campaign

Etsy focuses on gifts with a personal touch in sprawling holiday campaign

Throughout the season, Etsy is engaging with consumers through podcasts and experiential activations, like a recent holiday pop-up shopping experience in New York City, a first for the brand.


Personalization 101: How to use simple data to create tailored retail experiences

Personalization 101: How to use simple data to create tailored retail experiences

Curology, a personalized skincare brand, uses QR Codes on hang tags in Target stores for products like their Gentle Cleanser, which don’t come in unit cartons.


Google ads performance robust despite existential threats

Google ads performance robust despite existential threats

Search and other, the tech firm’s largest segment, was up 12% YoY to $49.39 billion, led by healthy demand from financial services and retail marketers.