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KnitWell Group selects ESW to power international ecommerce growth

ESW, the international growth engine for ambitious brands, today announced a partnership with KnitWell Group, the multi-brand retail operating company behind iconic American apparel brands Ann Taylor, Chico's, Haven Well Within, Lane Bryant, LOFT, Soma, Talbots and White House Black Market. KnitWell Group operates one of America's most...

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Stichd shifts to direct-to-retail model in Eastern Europe, opens Warsaw office

Dutch company Stichd, part of the Puma Group, has appointed Michal Siwik as its new regional head of sales for Eastern Europe. The appointment coincides with the company's move to a direct-to-retail model in the region and the opening of a new regional hub in Warsaw, Poland. Stichd, which holds licences for brands including Puma, Levi's, Calvin...

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New facet: Diamonds Factory unveils major rebrand

British jewellery retailer Diamonds Factory has undergone a major rebrand, according to a press release. The London-based company, part of Neve Jewels Group, said the overhaul covers its branding, a revamped website and a large-scale creative campaign, and is intended to emphasise its craftsmanship and "direct from the maker" approach. The...

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Consumers discover across social and AI, but buy where they trust, ESW Signals finds

Consumers are discovering products across more channels than ever, from social platforms to AI, but trust still determines where they complete purchases, according to new research from ecommerce company ESW. ESW Signals 2026 combines 23,000 consumer interviews across 18 markets with ESW’s international transaction data to show how global demand...

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For VivaTech’s 10th anniversary, LVMH showcases how innovation drives every stage of its value chain

French luxury conglomerate LVMH celebrated a decade as a founding partner of VivaTech, Europe's technology and startups event, on June 17, marking the occasion with the launch of the LVMH DreamGallery and the announcement of its 2026 Innovation Award winners. Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO of LVMH, opened the event alongside Maurice Lévy,...

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Killstar selects Bleckmann as its new 3PL partner

Killstar, an alternative clothing and lifestyle brand for those who want to explore their dark side, has selected Bleckmann – a specialist in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands – as its third-party logistics provider (3PL partner). All volumes from the United States (US) and the European Union have been transferred to...

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Source Debates Returns with Unfiltered Conversations on AI, Supply Chains and the Future of Fashion

Source Fashion’s thought-provoking Source Debates stage will return for the July 2026 edition with a programme designed to tackle some of the biggest questions facing the fashion industry today. Taking place from 7–9 July at Excel London, the interactive stage will bring together industry experts, buyers, manufacturers and thought leaders to...

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Unisport introduces Zoai: Probably the World's first AI Nike football boot expert

Unisport, the football retailer founded in Copenhagen with over 30 years of boot expertise, today announces the launch of Zoai: a first-of-its-kind AI powered creator and Nike boot expert, available now online. With the biggest tournament of the year officially underway, millions of players and fans are looking for guidance on which Nike boots...

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IAF Launches Manifesto for Smart Productive and Sustainable Apparel Manufacturing

The International Apparel Federation (IAF) has launched its Manifesto for Smart, Productive and Sustainable Apparel Manufacturing, developed through the work of the IAF Business Innovation Committee (BIC). The Manifesto argues that the apparel industry’s greatest losses occur not primarily in manufacturing cost, but in systemic inefficiency —...

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Lululemon plans 100 percent renewable electricity in China by 2030, takes bold step forward on wider clean energy commitments

Lululemon, a leading global performance apparel, footwear, and accessories company, announced today its investment in a new renewable energy fund, which the company claims will meet 100 percent of its electricity demand in China with new, renewable electricity generation by 2030. This represents a significant step toward meeting its previously...

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Nuoceans chooses Bleckmann’s plug-and-play fulfilment platform Bscale for its end-to-end logistics solution

Nuoceans, a Belgian-British sustainable footwear brand that transforms ocean waste into colourful and vegan sandals, has chosen Bleckmann, a specialist in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, as its new Bscale partner. The automated, plug-and-play fulfilment platform enables Nuoceans to manage its entire supply chain – from...

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YKK Announces Decision to Construct a New Factory in India

YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Matsushima; hereafter, YKK) has decided to construct a new factory for YKK India Private Limited in India, a country that is rapidly growing as one of the world’s leading producers of textiles and apparel. YKK India Private Limited will construct a third manufacturing factory in...