If we can show other sectors how to collaborate â like the partnerships weâve been building with brands, development banks, and clean energy providers â we can create a blueprint for change that goes way beyond our own footprint,â says Lewis Perkins, president and CEO of the Apparel Impact Institute.
âItâs not just about creating new designs â itâs about breaking down the traditional boundaries of size and fabric usage.â Lantink expressed similar thoughts: âItâs about reimagining whatâs possible within fashionâs existing structures â breaking down and reconstructing pieces in ways that create new value from what already exists.â At Luar, Lopez defined it as âpushing boundaries by blending cultural references, streetwear and luxury, while challenging traditional fashion normsâ.
Jane Hali & Associates analysts said the brand âhas runway for growth globally across genders, childrenâs, additional categories, and vertical stores,â noting that its product is âresonating with consumers, particularly with men and the running communityâ and is poised to gain among younger women thanks to âpartnerships with athletes, celebrities and influencers.â
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.
Prior to Korylâs 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.
During the election, Trump promised lower interest rates â a major consumer concern that some pundits believe influenced the outcome Tuesday â though Saunders noted that rate-setting is not within a U.S. presidentâs purview.
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.
Curology, a personalized skincare brand, uses QR Codes on hang tags in Target stores for products like their Gentle Cleanser, which donât come in unit cartons.
Search and other, the tech firmâs largest segment, was up 12% YoY to $49.39 billion, led by healthy demand from financial services and retail marketers.
Affirm has rolled out its new features just in time for the holiday shopping season, which has previously brought a boost in business for buy now, pay later companies.
At the same time, the retail giant this week also unveiled a host of deals on a wide assortment of products, including toys, tech, electronics, kitchen appliances, home, fashion and décor.
Weinberg said domestic DTC sales improved 3.7% on top of last yearâs 14% increase due chiefly to strong e-commerce growth as more consumers chose to shop online.
