Articles by Vivian Hendriksz
Ambercycle partners with Benma Group to scale development of circular polyester fibers
Material science innovator Ambercycle has entered into a strategic partnership with Benma Group to scale the development of circular polyester fiber. Through the new partnership, Ambercycle and the Chinese-based company will scale and expand the production of cycora fibers, Ambercycle's regenerated polyester fiber. By partnering with the...
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Burton announces new chief marketing occifer & chief merchandising officer
Snowboard and outerwear brand Burton has announced the addition of two new executives to its leadership team. Jennifer Valentine has been appointed as chief merchandising officer and Debbie Lee as chief marketing officer. Both strategic hires are said to “reflect Burton’s dedication to driving innovation and leadership in snowboarding, from...
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Tala names Jon Wetherell as Creative Director
British activewear brand Tala has announced the appointment of Jon Wetherell as its new creative director. Previously serving as the creative director at the Net-a-Porter Group and Boden, Wetherell brings more than 15 years of experience in guiding and overseeing creative teams and delivering unique campaigns. Wetherell also honed his vision and...
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Perfect Moment partners with global agencies to expand presence across Europe & Asia
Skiwear and lifestyle brand Perfect Moment has partnered with two global sales agencies to help grow its presence in several key markets in Europe and Asia. Through its new strategic partnerships, the UK-based brand aims to strengthen its wholesale distribution in its focal territories, including Southern Europe and Japan. The two sales...
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US retail sales up 3.8% this holiday season according to Mastercard SpendingPulse
This Christmas season proved to be a merry one for US retailers, with retail sales increasing 3.8 percent year on year from November 1 to December 24, according to insights from Mastercard SpendingPulse. "The holiday shopping season revealed a consumer who is willing and able to spend but driven by a search for value as can be seen by...
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Trends for 2025: The Color Purple, Cowboy Boots & Play on Proportions
As the year draws to a close, style, and trend forecasters, have been hard at work analyzing data to predict what some of the hottest styles and trends in fashion will be in 2025. Shaped by pop culture, mainstream media, consumer habits, runway designer looks, and even political shifts, it seems like we're in for a year of cowboy-themed looks,...
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WHP Global to acquire IP of Vera Wang, founder to remain onboard as Chief Creative Officer
New York-based brand management firm WHP Global has signed an agreement to acquire the intellectual property (IP) of the fashion brand Vera Wang. As part of the agreement, the founder and chief creative officer of her eponymous brand Vera Wang will remain in her role and join WHP Global as a shareholder to further drive the brand’s future...
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Karl Lagerfeld to return to Pitti Uomo with immersive brand experience
Karl Lagerfeld has announced its upcoming return to Pitti Uomo in Florence, Italy. Taking place from January 14 to 17, 2025, Karl Lagerfeld will host a one-of-a-kind immersive presentation that invites visitors to step into the World of Karl. The presentation at Pitti Uomo aims to capture the brand’s heritage through storytelling and custom...
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Madewell marks opening of new flagship store in SoHo, NYC
Madewell has officially opened the doors of the newest flagship store in SoHo, New York City. Exterior of Madewell's new flagship store in SoHo, NYC Credits: Madewell Situated at 565 Broadway, the new flagship store from the denim and apparel brand spans 6,512 square feet and marks Madewell’s return to the neighborhood. Madewell originally...
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Goyard tops Hermès in value retention, according to latest Rebag Clair Report
For the first time ever, luxury French fashion house Goyard has successfully surpassed Hermès in value retention, with a 104 percent retention rate, according to the fifth edition of Rebag’s Clair report. Short for the luxury resale platform’s proprietary Comprehensive Luxury Appraisal Index for Resale (Clair), the 204 Clair report looks into...
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