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Rent the Runway enters the $ 33 billion fashion resale market
Jennifer Hyman, Rent the Runway Scott Mlyn | CNBCRent the Runway announced on Wednesday that it is expanding into resale, a major development for the fashion rental platform.In addition to renting, customers will soon be able to buy used…
Fashion Resale Site Sellpy Expands to 20 New Markets with H&M Support – Sourcing Journal
The H&M Group and the online second-hand clothing store Sellpy are becoming increasingly intertwined as the days go by.
The fast fashion giant continues to invest in the Swedish resale platform, this time by providing the…
How a small company advocated gender-equitable clothing
Entrepreneur E Leifer wants a stylish world in which gender no longer plays a role in how we dress or wear. After two decades in the fashion industry, Leifer co-founded Play Out Apparel, acted as chief design officer and shaped the future…
10 Roadside Pickup Tips For Your Business
ERIE, Pa., June 16, 2021 / PRNewswire / - When the COVID-19 pandemic began in early 2020, Americans immediately looked for ways to reduce face-to-face contact. Meanwhile, companies were looking for options to keep their doors open as many…
This company beat the odds
As the pandemic raged through the first few months of 2020, U.S. black business ownership plummeted more than 40 percent, the biggest drop in any demographic, according to the House of Representatives Small Business Committee. Among the…
Lindsay companies cut ties to the COVID effect
The clothing boutique sells wedding, first communion and christening dresses, but specializes in quinceanera dresses. Loya says her store is the only one in the Central Valley that carries designs from Perfect Dress, a clothing…
Brooklyn Nets star becomes director of Saks’ online business
Three-time NBA scoring champion James Harden is known for his leadership and decision-making skills on the court. Now he has the chance to use these qualities off the pitch. The Guardian of the Brooklyn Nets has been named to the board of…
Inflation for goods is making local businesses feel the effects
Price increases are getting harder and harder to ignore.Inflation has risen 5 percent since last year, the fastest pace in nearly 13 years. This affects almost all items on the market, including clothing and furniture."For example,…
Social Justice T-Shirt Company Opens New Store in Portland
A Portland clothing company that sells social justice t-shirts has opened its first brick and mortar store in downtown Portland.Mimi's Fresh Tees owner Kamelah Adams started making and selling t-shirts online in 2018 after she said a…
Cherry Creek North has seen an increase in pedestrian traffic in the past few months – CBS…
DENVER (CBS4) - Colorado is making its comeback, and Cherry Creek North is the newest area in the Denver metro to see positive changes. Jeannie McFarland Johnson, Director of Marketing and Communications for Cherry Creek North Business…
Minneapolis businesses reopen with efficiency gains
This story comes from the Sahan Journal, a non-profit news organization working with immigrant and colored communities in Minnesota.
Timing wasn't on Dawit Assefa's side last year.…
Locals Express Optimism and Confusion on Big California “Opening Day”
While June 15 was the day California should return to "business as usual" according to California Governor Gavin Newsom, residents were all on the map as to their reaction to the "opening up".
On Tuesday, California abandoned its system…
Ames photographer takes senior photos for LGBTQ + youth free of charge
When Jo Allen was in high school, they wore clothes in their senior photos because they "just had to look like that," they said. But they also made portraits in "more manly clothes" that felt true to their identity.Now the 23-year-old…
Lion Brand Yarn Company Announces Licensing Agreement for New Line of Official “Schitt’s…
CARLSTADT, New Jersey, June 15, 2021 / PRNewswire / - Tired of searching the internet to find your favorite iconic looks from the TV phenomenon "Schitt's Creek"? The Lion Brand Yarn Company announced today that you will soon be able to…
June edition of London Fashion Week – WWD
Ben Osborn
Don't confuse him with the Sheffield United footballer of the same name. In fashion, Ben Osborn is a Royal College of Art graduate who will be unveiling his Spring 2022 collection at London Fashion Week on Monday: Discovery Lab.…
(BPRW) Black-owned fashion brand Style Shark launches $ 500 giveaway | Press releases
(BPRW) Black-owned fashion brand Style Shark is launching a $ 500 raffle
A Lucky Style Shark customer will receive a $ 500 shopping spree
(Black PR Wire) New York, NY - Black-owned fashion brand Style Shark has…
How to Connect with Consumers Under 40: An Onbe Study
CHICAGO & PHILADELPHIA - (BUSINESS WIRE) - Onbe, the preferred payment partner of the world's leading brands, has released a new national study that identifies the factors influencing the purchasing decisions of Millennials and…
More fun than a barrel of rattlesnakes
There are times when I hate to be right. I'm going through one of these times. Earlier this year I was certain that Joe and the "Democrats" would ruin the economy. Actually, in the winter of…
MySizeID expands its presence in France through partnership with the leading French fashion platform…
AIRPORT, Israel, June 14, 2021 / PRNewswire / - MySize Inc (the "Company" or "My Size") (NASDAQ: MYSZ) (TASE: MYSZ), the developer and manufacturer of smartphone measurement solutions, today announced an expansion of its presence in the…
What actually happens to the clothes that you donate
I've lived at six addresses in the past five years. Although the move is tedious every year, every year I have the opportunity to clear out all the clothes that I no longer wear. Finding a place for easily used clothing that I…
The rapper becomes famous and dreams of becoming a “global mogul”
"Hopefully, when women see what I wear and what I talk about, they can feel comfortable in their own skin and talk about what they want to talk about as long as it doesn't disrespect or hurt anyone," Saweetie says.
Jerritt…
Walmart acquires Zeekit, a virtual changing room company
Walmart announced on Thursday that it would acquire virtual dressing room start-up Zeekit as it enters the fashion industry and helps customers buy clothes online.Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The retailer declined…
Able Shoppe in Elgin brings a modern context to vintage fashion
A new store in Elgin wants you to think differently when buying a used property.
Stepping into the Able Shoppe at 23 S. Spring Street feels more like stepping into a chic boutique on Oak Street in downtown Chicago…
Vanessa Bryant, Kobe’s widow, launches the Mambacita clothing line
Just weeks after announcing that Kobe Bryant's estate had parted ways with Nike, Vanessa Bryant, widow of the late NBA star, announced the launch of her Mambacita clothing line on Friday.Bryant said on her Instagram account that she will be…
Texas governor lifts Covid-19 mask mandate and business restrictions
Texas businesses will be able to operate at full capacity and state residents will no longer have to wear masks to visit, Governor Greg Abbott said Tuesday."Now is the time to open Texas 100%," said Mr. Abbott, a Republican, during an…
Lululemon launches resale pilot for buyers to sell and buy used items
An employee refills clothes on display at the Lululemon Athletica sportswear store on Regent Street, London.Simon Dawson | Bloomberg | Getty ImagesLululemon goes into resale.The leggings and sports bras maker announced Tuesday that it was…
Edinburgh Asda shoppers can pick up second hand clothing alongside cans of beans
The chain's George at Asda clothing store has partnered with vintage fashion wholesaler Preloved Vintage Wholesale. Customers can buy vintage, retro, and second-hand branded items to prevent tons of clothing from ending up in landfills…
How fashion brands tweaked their ecommerce efforts to survive the pandemic
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I could talk for hours about the devastating effects of the Covid-19 pandemic: the number of people who have…
China’s outrage over forced labor charges targets H&M, Adidas and Nike
H&M is threatened with a boycott. Tommy Hilfiger, Adidas, Nike, Converse and Calvin Klein have lost their brand ambassadors. Burberry had to give up an online video game partnership.Western brands are suddenly feeling the wrath of…
Small businesses cannot fill jobs, so some wages go up
As the economy opens up again, companies are trying to meet the increased pent-up demand by hiring more employees. But that's not easy: A survey by the…
How a Howard University senior made a family clothing business his legacy – The Undefeated
It was 1966 in the boroughs of Queens, New York. Ortner "Von" Murray had just immigrated from Trinidad and Tobago to enable himself and his family to have a better life. His dream was to pursue a career in business.
Almost 55 years…
Consumer goods are becoming more expensive
Procter & Gamble increases prices on items such as Pampers and Tampax in September. Kimberly-Clark announced in March that it would raise prices for Scott toilet paper, huggies and pull-ups in June, a move "necessary to offset…
Armstrong families can celebrate with free food, toys, and clothing
St. Augustine Record Special - USA TODAY NetworkIn coats, gloves, hats, and Christmas onion necklaces or hats, volunteers in Armstrong loaded packaged canned food, fresh produce, and a turkey or ham into the trunk of the cars lining up near…
Which clothing and beauty stores are closed?
Tuesday shortly after 5 p.m., Gucci announced that it will close all North American locations "with immediate effect". Gucci owner Kering announced that the other brands in the US and Canada will also be closed for two weeks. This…
A Suez blockade could “affect everything you see in stores,” shipping experts say
The stranding of one of the world's largest container ships, blocking all traffic in the vital Suez Canal waterway, could lead to delivery delays for consumers around the world and higher gas prices, shipping experts say.The extent depends…
Ireland’s tourism industry is preparing to reopen for good
Young women wearing St. Patrick's Day related clothing seen on O'Connell Street in Dublin city center as all St. Patrick's Day related public events due to the Level 5 Covid lockdown 19 were canceled.Artur Widak | NurPhoto | Getty…
Paris Fashion Week will return in person with some adjustments
The Paris Fashion Week schedule this season gives the odd impression of business as usual. 88 brands, both powerhouses and smaller labels, will take part in the event, scheduled from September 28 to October 6, including Chanel, Dior, Louis…
New store offering plus size clothing in downtown Augusta
Diana Mejia was shocked to see the response her new plus size clothing store has received since it opened two weeks ago. "This is for anyone who is plus size, who needs clothes but doesn't know how to shop, who are intimidated to go to…
Rebecca Minkoff started a business with $ 10,000 and a penchant for risk
By the time Rebecca Minkoff landed in New York at 18, she had saved some money and dreamed of becoming a fashion designer."I had $ 10,000 in babysitting savings, bat mitzvah money I never touched, and some loans that were given to me," said…
Ferrari is racing in fashion
Last weekend, 100 journalists and taste makers of the Italian style world were chauffeured in black vans to Ferrari headquarters, a towering glass factory designed by Jean Nouvel in the small Italian town of Maranello. They sat surgically…
New small business owners are in for a long time
FORT WORTH, Texas -- Organizations supporting small, local businesses saw an increase in people wanting to start such businesses in 2020, at the height of the pandemic.
That number continues to grow today, and experts advise these new…
How is the business going? Things are heating up for clothing store Glenwood Springs
Ivy Rattet, owner of The Fourth Dimension in Glenwood Springs. Shannon Marvel/Post Independent
Business at The Fourth Dimension in Glenwood Springs is in full swing. Ivy!-->…
Fashion Merchandising Graduate Makes Clothing Store Dream Come True | Life
BRIDGEPORT - Amanda Stevens always wanted to have her own little…
Covid sent runway rental to the brink. Now the fashion business is ready for the reopening boom
As of early February 2020, Jennifer Hyman, the co-founder and CEO of Rent the Runway, was in construction mode.
Her fashion subscription business, which allowed customers to rent hundreds of thousands of designer items like Hugo Boss…
New businesses spring up in Ashley
New businesses spring up in the town of Ashley.
We spoke to some of the new entrepreneurs to find out why they decided to start a business.
The charming town of Ashley has some new additions. One that you might notice is a…
Penn State student turns quarantine hobby into small business “jfellclothes” |…
What started as a quarantine pastime amid the coronavirus pandemic for Penn State student Jessica Fell has…
Clothing store St. John’s was forced to rebrand after a battle with the British giant
Gail Decker, owner of Gail's Clothing Company, has rebranded her clothing company after 24 years in business following a legal battle with a major UK clothing company of the same name. (Jeremy Eaton/CBC) Gail Decker has operated the Next!-->!-->…
Inditex sparked by the post-lockdown clothing frenzy
Inditex sales surpassed 2019 levels in May, early JuneSave traffic as lockdowns ease, still going strong onlineFeb-April net income above estimates, under pre-pandemicLISBON, June 9 (Reuters) - Spanish fast fashion giant Inditex (ITX.MC)…
Rising CPI for clothing impacts local businesses
The effect of inflation means slightly higher prices for customers in a Rockford boutique.
Consumer prices in the United States are rising and inflation is at its highest level since 2008. This affects the prices of…
Clothing stores boom in business as Arkansans return to work
With restrictions lifted and many offices allowing staff to return to the building, this means that traditional office attire is becoming more common.
NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - The past year has not been good for many…
Aritzia expands into menswear with the purchase of a majority stake in an athletic apparel company
With its slimmer cuts and focus on the details of seams and sleeve lengths, Reigning Champ has created a representative of elevated sportswear.Fahim QassamPopular women's clothing retailer, Aritzia Inc., is attempting to break into the…
How opening a shop during a pandemic ‘saved’ this Milwaukee business Page 1 of 0
Just as Benny Tralongo signed a lease on a retail store, the world came to a halt. It turned out to be a blessing in disguise for his clothing and collectors business.
On March 2, 2020, just as the coronavirus pandemic was…
Black-owned vintage clothing stores are booming
Ms. Hill is working to combat this by creating resources to educate and empower Black women to enter the resale industry as entrepreneurs. She shares her knowledge and expertise through masterclasses, an e-book and weekly business chats on…
Cloquet Woman expands children’s clothing store, all handmade with love – Duluth News…
There are youngsters on the Skywalk at the Holiday Center in Duluth.
Kayla Moorhead expanded her custom clothing business, Handmade Mama, from an online store to a storefront in the space previously…
The CEO’s decision to start an All Digital Clothing Company was tailor-made for the pandemic
Many fashion designers, among other knowledge workers, use broadband to work, live from home ... rural and suburban locations and with their families.
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The last thing consumers needed in 2016 was another…
Faith Fashion: The clothing brand PEI aims to help the community and spread positive messages
Jean-Grace Kifwabala believes he has found a way to use his talent and truth to help others.
The idea of starting a clothing line came to him in the early days of the pandemic. But not your typical for-profit brand.…
Neitherandboth introduces gender-neutral clothing in the Gainesville community
Kayla Burnett is dedicated to providing tailored gender neutral clothing to people of all body types and identities.
Burnett, 25, a non-binary Master of Fine Arts candidate,…
Welcome to the new office dress code
Office workers are rushing to freshen up their closets while companies are beginning to call employees back to their cubicles. But after months at home in their pajamas, back-to-workers want to swap traditional office attire for more…
Lindex introduces a second-hand clothing program
Swedish retailer Lindex is testing a new circular business model to launch second-hand clothing.
As part of the pilot, Lindex launched a take-back program for its baby and children's outerwear, allowing customers to send in old…
Austin’s mother creates the Classic Childhood recycled clothing line for children
Austin native Pamela Torres started the Classic Childhood clothing line for babies up to age 5 after she transformed one of her husband's old shirts into an outfit for her son.When his job took the family to Spain for a short time in 2017,…
Toys “R” Us, Joe Fresh designer team launches children’s clothing line –…
When Vic Bertrand took charge of Toys "R" Us Canada in late 2019, he took a close look at the retailer's operations.
He found two flaws in the store's clothing: the collection was what he called "pedestrians," and the sizes stopped at…
In the workplace, the definition of “business casual” is changing.
GREENSBORO – 85% of adults expect their workplaces to continue to adopt or implement a business casual dress code when employees return to the office, whether in a hybrid scenario where they work a few hours each day or a few days…
LCP closes deal for handmade children’s clothing store
A seamstress specializing in making clothes for babies and children expands her business and moves to larger premises in Wigston, Leicestershire.
Janet Stringer, who launched The Handmade Elephant three years ago, is moving!-->…
Nonprofit uses technology to study the durability of clothing
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Study participants used their smartphones to scan credit card-sized labels to track their clothing usage.…
Don’t be fooled this Father’s Day
President Richard Nixon signed a proclamation in 1972 making Father's Day a federal holiday. Since then, the typical gifts received on Father's Day have both changed and remained relatively constant. Tools, home improvement and clothing…
Richmond student incorporates Braille into clothing brand to honor grandfather
It's a small detail that you might not even notice, but it means a lot to the local fashion designer who placed it there.
Craig Johnston, 21, has incorporated Braille into the neck and hang tags of all items he sells under his…
Cwmbran teenager sees vintage clothing lockdown business thriving
AN ENTREPRENEURIAL teenager from Cwmbran started a clothing store during lockdown and has now been recognized as one of the fastest growing sellers on shopping app Depop.
Evan Sellick, 16, sources branded clothing…
Two Leeds students were delighted with a new clothing business they started from bedroom booms
Harvey Edwards and Austin Coughlan launched their own clothing brand and website, BUNNiT, on Tuesday. The two friends, who hail from North Wales, got their business idea under lockdown and have been running social media promotions on…
Brief information on local businesses including Middlesex Savings Bank, Jordan’s Furniture and…
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UK inflation has risen more-than-expected amid COVID swings | business news
LONDON (AP) - British consumer prices rose more-than-expected last month as fuel and clothing costs rose sharply following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions.Inflation accelerated to 2.1% in the 12 months to May from 1.5% in April, the…
British fashion brand Timbuktu has been accused of “cultural appropriation” for…
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A British clothing retailer has come under fire for trademarking the name of West Africa's Yoruba people a few years…
Fashion’s new favorite sports: tennis and golf
Arnold says golf apparel had an aesthetic influence on men's fashion. "It doesn't have to be technical lycra or performance clothing - it can exude real elegance," he says. The Mr. P customer spans a wide age range from 25 to 55, who will…
Anita Durst Nonprofit and NYC are giving free retail space to small businesses
Anita Durst and pictures of Chashama (Photos via Getty, Chashama)
In the Garment District, a tailor who designs bespoke suits works from an 80-square-foot store, and on Midtown's Sixth Avenue, a painter, a soap maker, two jewelers and…
The company recycles old Alaskan fishing gear into durable clothing
Grunden uses recycled plastics from old fishing gear for a new line of durable casual wear, and the first batch features contributions from Cordova.Grundens, whose motto is "We are fishing", is a popular brand of outerwear and foul weather…
May retail sales up 28% year over year
Consumer spending in May fell from the previous month, but retail sales as reported by the US Census Bureau rose more than 28% from the year-ago period to $620.2 billion. This included retail, hospitality and fuel sales adjusted for…
How Walmart is raising suppliers’ ambition for climate action – WWD
As sustainable goals are a priority in today's business environment, retailers and brands know they cannot afford to leave their suppliers behind.
But how does one of the largest retailers in the world, and one with 15 years of…
How Facebook Live fashion shows are helping businesses survive COVID-19
Bad times need innovative solutions. As COVID-19 forced many businesses to close their doors, boutique owner Helen Van Sligtenhorst began streaming live fashion shows online to keep her business afloat.
"We knew we had to be creative and…
UK inflation jumps to 2.1% as petrol and clothing prices rise | inflation
UK inflation jumped to 2.1% in May, surpassing the Bank of England's target for the first time in two years and stoking fears that the easing of pandemic restrictions since March will result in sustained increases in the cost of living.Fuel…
Nubian Square Block Party boosts black businesses
US Rep. Ayanna Pressley enjoys a moment at Saturday's Buy Back the Block event. PHOTO: LAUREN MILLER
Roxbury returned to the streets at two outdoor events in Nubian Square on Saturday; a block party hosted by Black…
Local business owner forced to rebrand after trademark complaint
A local business owner is forced to rebrand her business after her social media was shut down following a trademark infringement complaint.
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