Instagram dog Boobie Billie launches luxury brand

With over 250,000 followers on Instagram, this six pound Italian greyhound-chihuahua mix has just launched her own fashion collection, for people. Boobie Billie the fashionable dog, or known to her followers as BB, first started her Instagram page in 2019. There were two items released in the launch, the Boobie bags and the Boobushka in four prints: boobie’s tooth (lilac and white gingham design), butter (red lettered ‘butter’ on a pale yellow backing), cow cow, and pickled zebra. The vegan leather mini bags (90 percent PVC, 5 percent polly and 5 percent cotton), created in Canada (Toronto), are priced at 270 dollars and the silk scarves are 100 percent silk, screen-printed in China and are 80 dollars, according to the Boobie World website. They are available now on the Boobie World website. Photo Credit: Boobie World website
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Fall Beauty Routines Around the World

A photo posted by Wellington New Zealand (@wellington_newzealand) on Aug 17, 2016 at 7:17pm PDT Here in Canada, we often associate fall with stunning colours as the leaves turn; pumpkin-flavoured everything and, the return of layers (and more layers) as temperatures begin to drop. For us Canadians this can mean anything from frosty gusts of wind... Read more »
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Fashion East to showcase films for SS21

Fashion East is marking its 20th anniversary this weekend at London Fashion Week. The talent incubator will be celebrating its four designers through virtual film premieres in lieu of a physical catwalk show. This season will see designers Saul Nash, Nensi Dojaka, and Goomheo joined by newcomer Maximilian Davis, a womenswear designer who has gained experience with Wales Bonner and ASAI. Taking place on September 20 at 6.30pm GMT, Fashion East’s designer line-up will each present their spring/summer 2021 collections with a film. Commenting on the past two decades of Fashion East, founder Lulu Kennedy, said in a statement: “Looking back over twenty years of helping London’s best designers is wild! I’m incredibly grateful I’ve been able to do what I love doing best. I wouldn’t change a thing." “It is an honour to get to work with and present these four fabulous talents this season. I am in awe of their visions, creativity, optimism, and the resilience they have shown throughout these difficult circumstances.” September 2020 marks twenty years since Kennedy staged her first multi-designer talent showcase. Since then, Fashion East has launched the careers of 144 designers and brands, including Art School, Ashley Williams, Bobby Abley, Charles Jeffrey Loverboy, Craig Green, Holly Fulton, James Long, Kit Neale, Matty Bovan, Richard Nicoll, and Simone Rocha. Image: courtesy of Fashion East
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Eco-responsibility fashion trend confirmed by consumers in recent study

Despite the global Covid-19 crisis, fashion remains a consumption driver for shoppers in Europe, with a focus on eco-responsibility and local production. But, ‘revenge shopping’ remains high among the public which may threaten this sustainable objective. Here are the main findings of a study conducted by the IFM-Première Vision Chair, led by Gildas Minvielle, head of the IFM (Institut Français de la Mode) Economic Observatory, on post-Covid fashion markets in Europe, presented as part of the "Digital Talks of Première Vision". Nearly half of all European respondents ranked ecological matters as the most important factor in choosing and purchasing a product, while 58.5 percent prefer local production. ‘Revenge shopping’ phenomenon With global uncertainty ongoing, 42 percent of women and 30.4 percent of men expect a reduction in their spending. While 13.7 percent of women and 17.1 percent of men anticipate an increase in their fashion buying. 88.9 percent of consumers questioned for the survey indicate being driven by ‘revenge shopping’, to make up for time lost during corona restrictions. Europeans are interested in purchasing timeless products (83.7 percent) and nearly half of them (47.3 percent) want more expensive, but quality items. This desire could align with the trend of more thoughtful consumption, according to the research. Following eco-responsibility, material is the driving force Eco-responsible products are experiencing a huge increase in popularity among consumers polled for this particular research, 64.1 percent of Europeans (66.1 percent of the French and 76.2 percent of Italians) want to buy items from eco-responsible materials, and 30.1 percent are willing to spend more for them. Among 18-34 year-olds, the percentage is even higher with 73.1 percent of Europeans wanting to buy from sustainable materials. 41.8 percent of Europeans refer to eco-responsible materials (new fibres, organic or recycled) as the driving force behind eco-friendly purchases, especially UK (43.8 percent) and Germany (45.6 percent) consumers. This interest is shared by all young people in various European countries, and it could suggest that materials are linked to global health concerns, according to this study. Among the 18-34 year-olds who do not plan to buy eco- friendly fashion, pricing remains a significant obstacle as 61.8 percent say they are waiting for more affordable prices and sales. The second-hand market has increased in popularity in recent times, with 30.8 percent of Europeans and 43.3 percent of young people wanting to do so. Traceability and ‘made in’ matters to consumers European consumers are highly in favour of making production location labels mandatory, this would require the adoption of a European directive for all member countries. In Italy, 73.5 percent of respondents pay attention to the manufacturing label and in France 63.5 percent of people do so. This makes sense as they are both countries with a long manufacturing tradition. However, this is less important for people in Germany and the UK, as they are major clothing importers. ’Green’ shopping trend confirmed Consumers favour a more thoughtful consumption, but they still remain attached to purchasing fashion items. Whether this is due to Covid-19, the outlook may continue to turn out positive once confidence is restored among the public. Material is the driving force in the purchasing of eco-friendly fashion products, and the call for transparency opens up opportunities for many countries. 18-34 year-olds are the most willing to defend more thoughtful consumption. Photo Credit: Première Vision
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BFC announces Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee

The British Fashion Council has announced the launch of its Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee as part of its “long-term plan to fight prejudice and discrimination and galvanise the industry into action”. The committee is made up of industry and British Fashion Council representatives and its role will be to address "key challenges facing minority communities in gaining fair representation” in fashion. The priority work of the committee will be to “stamp out racism,” explained the British Fashion Council in a statement, as well as address the "specific challenges each minority community faces within the fashion industry”. The committee will work as part of the Institute of Positive Fashion (IPF) to ensure accountability and best practice for all fashion businesses and will operate alongside the wider British Fashion Council team to address existing programmes. Ahead of London Fashion Week, which kicks off today, September 17, the committee issued its mission statement: “The Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee aspires for the fashion industry to be open for all and reflect the diverse, global communities it inspires and serves. “The Committee aims to reach this ambition by bringing together leaders in business, culture and education to create a framework which will build better, broader engagement and access for all under-represented groups; creating more opportunities and driving greater diversity throughout the industry. “Its ambition is to create true equity, increase diversity and inclusion and provide a platform to role models who will inspire future generations.” British Fashion Council to fight prejudice and discriminations with new steering committee In year one, the committee has set itself three tasks, including the creation of a diversity and inclusion framework for fashion businesses of all sizes to implement to reach global leading standards. The British Fashion Council added that it will support businesses by providing practical advice and toolkits to ensure organisations can create change and measure their successes. In addition, it will ensure development programmes “are fair and equitable for all”. With the British Fashion Council stating that they will review all its current programmes, from scholarships to fashion weeks, as well as look at Talent ID programmes and networks to ensure that “diverse perspectives and voices are heard during selection processes”. The final task is to create inclusive cultures. The committee explained that the need for inclusive representation has never been higher and the British Fashion Council will challenge and address racism, prejudice and biases. The fashion organisation will also promote allyship by providing toolkits that will support both businesses and individuals and address barriers to entry and career progression for underrepresented groups and, specifically, support the development of resources to recognise the influence of black culture on the fashion industry. The Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee is made up of industry and BFC representatives including Andrew Ibi, designer/artist/educator; Barbara Kennedy-Brown, founder, The Fashion Minority Alliance; Burberry; British Fashion Council; Chinazo Ufodiama, brand and communications consultant; Dal Chodha, editor and writer; Daniel Comrie, senior creative agent, Elite; Daniel Peters, founder, The Fashion Minority; Jaye Thompson, senior director global PR, Tiffany and Co.; June Sarpong, director of creative diversity, BBC; Karen Binns, stylist; Kenya Hunt, fashion director, Grazia; Lynda Petherick, head of retail, Accenture; Nina Goswami, creative diversity lead, BBC; Osman Yousefzada, creative director, Osman London; Priya Ahluwalia, creative director, Ahluwalia; Sheena Sauvaire, chief marketing officer, Net-A-Porter; Sinead Burke, activist; Toni-Blaze Ibekwe, editor-in-chief, Wonderland; Zadrian Smith, international fashion director. This is the latest move from the British Fashion Council to fight prejudice and discrimination, as part of its pledge in June to “double” its effort to tackle systemic racism within the fashion industry, following the Black Lives Matter protests. Since June, the British Fashion Council notes that it has appointed three new non-executive directors to its executive board, including June Sarpong, director of creative diversity at the BBC, as well as introduce diversity monitoring of initiatives and business support programmes, and host fortnightly calls with the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic fashion community while developing its Diversity and Inclusion Steering Committee. Image: courtesy of British Fashion Council - London Fashion Week
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Salvatore Ferragamo posts sharp decline in turnover and profit

As of June 30, 2020, the Salvatore Ferragamo Group reported revenues of 377 million euros down 46.6 percent at current exchange and 46.9 percent at constant exchange rate. Revenues in the second quarter registered a 60.1 percent decrease at current exchange and 59.4 percent at constant exchange rates. The company said in a statement that the drop in revenues has been determined by the rapid diffusion of the pandemic caused by Covid-19. In the first half, the company’s gross profit decreased by 50.5 percent to 226 million euros. Its incidence on revenues was down 480 basis points, moving to 60.0 percent, from 64.8 percent of 1H 2019. The gross operating profit (EBITDA) decreased by 83.9 percent over the period to 30 million euros, while operating profit (EBIT) was negative at 74 million euros vs. 94 million euros positive in 1H 2019. The company said that pre-tax profit was negative for 93 million euros vs. 79 million euros positive last year, net profit was negative 86 million euros vs. 60 million euros positive in 1H 2019, while the group net profit was negative 82 million euros against 58 million euros positive in 1H 2019. Salvatore Ferragamo’s retail and wholesale channels posts sharp sales decline At the first half period, the group’s retail network counted on 643 points of sales, including 389 directly operated stores and 254 third party operated stores in the wholesale and travel retail channel, as well as the presence in department stores and high-level multi-brand specialty stores. In the first half, the retail distribution channel posted consolidated revenues down 41 percent or 41.1 percent at constant exchange rates, with a decrease of 41 percent at constant exchange rates and like-for-like. In the second quarter, retail revenues decreased 51.2 percent or 50.7 percent at constant exchange, with a 51 percent like-for-like performance. The wholesale channel registered a decrease in revenues of 56.4 percent or 56.8 percent at constant exchange rates penalized by the performance of the travel retail channel and of fragrances. In the second quarter, wholesale revenues were down 75.7 percent or 74.4 percent at constant exchange rates. Salvatore Ferragamo’s performance across geographies The company added that Asia Pacific area confirmed as the group’s top market, reaching over 44 percent of total revenues, decreased by 39.9 percent or 39.1 percent at constant exchange rates. The second quarter performance in the area showing 35.3 percent drop at constant exchange, recovered vs. the previous quarter, benefitted from the positive performance of the retail channel in China, which recorded a revenue growth of 11.6 percent at constant exchange rates. The company further said that a similar growth trend has been registered, in the second quarter, in the retail channel in South Korea, that reported a positive performance in 1H 2020. Ferragamo said, the Japanese market registered a 37.4 percent decrease in revenues or 39.3 percent at constant exchange in the first half, with second quarter sales down 56.1 percent or 58.4 percent at constant exchange rates penalized by the stores closures in the period. EMEA posted, in 1H 2020, a decrease in revenues of 51.7 percent or 51.2 percent at constant exchange, with second quarter sales down 71.9 percent at constant exchange strongly impacted by the stores closures and the lack of tourists’ flows in the period. North America recorded a revenue decrease of 54.4 percent or 57.8 percent at constant exchange in the first half, with second quarter revenues down 81.1 percent or 83.2 percent at constant exchange rates, while revenues in the Central and South America in 1H 2020 were down 54.6 percent or 50.1 percent at constant exchange, with second quarter down 89.2 percent or 83.1 percent at constant exchange. All product categories, at constant exchange rates, reported a decrease in 1H 2020 vs. the same period of last year with the fragrances division registering a decrease in Revenues of 66.6 percent. Picture:Facebook/Salvatore Ferragamo
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Salvatore Ferragamo posts sharp decline in turnover and profit

As of June 30, 2020, the Salvatore Ferragamo Group reported revenues of 377 million euros down 46.6 percent at current exchange and 46.9 percent at constant exchange rate. Revenues in the second quarter registered a 60.1 percent decrease at current exchange and 59.4 percent at constant exchange rates. The company said in a statement that the drop in revenues has been determined by the rapid diffusion of the pandemic caused by Covid-19. In the first half, the company’s gross profit decreased by 50.5 percent to 226 million euros. Its incidence on revenues was down 480 basis points, moving to 60.0 percent, from 64.8 percent of 1H 2019. The gross operating profit (EBITDA) decreased by 83.9 percent over the period to 30 million euros, while operating profit (EBIT) was negative at 74 million euros vs. 94 million euros positive in 1H 2019. The company said that pre-tax profit was negative for 93 million euros vs. 79 million euros positive last year, net profit was negative 86 million euros vs. 60 million euros positive in 1H 2019, while the group net profit was negative 82 million euros against 58 million euros positive in 1H 2019. Salvatore Ferragamo’s retail and wholesale channels posts sharp sales decline At the first half period, the group’s retail network counted on 643 points of sales, including 389 directly operated stores and 254 third party operated stores in the wholesale and travel retail channel, as well as the presence in department stores and high-level multi-brand specialty stores. In the first half, the retail distribution channel posted consolidated revenues down 41 percent or 41.1 percent at constant exchange rates, with a decrease of 41 percent at constant exchange rates and like-for-like. In the second quarter, retail revenues decreased 51.2 percent or 50.7 percent at constant exchange, with a 51 percent like-for-like performance. The wholesale channel registered a decrease in revenues of 56.4 percent or 56.8 percent at constant exchange rates penalized by the performance of the travel retail channel and of fragrances. In the second quarter, wholesale revenues were down 75.7 percent or 74.4 percent at constant exchange rates. Salvatore Ferragamo’s performance across geographies The company added that Asia Pacific area confirmed as the group’s top market, reaching over 44 percent of total revenues, decreased by 39.9 percent or 39.1 percent at constant exchange rates. The second quarter performance in the area showing 35.3 percent drop at constant exchange, recovered vs. the previous quarter, benefitted from the positive performance of the retail channel in China, which recorded a revenue growth of 11.6 percent at constant exchange rates. The company further said that a similar growth trend has been registered, in the second quarter, in the retail channel in South Korea, that reported a positive performance in 1H 2020. Ferragamo said, the Japanese market registered a 37.4 percent decrease in revenues or 39.3 percent at constant exchange in the first half, with second quarter sales down 56.1 percent or 58.4 percent at constant exchange rates penalized by the stores closures in the period. EMEA posted, in 1H 2020, a decrease in revenues of 51.7 percent or 51.2 percent at constant exchange, with second quarter sales down 71.9 percent at constant exchange strongly impacted by the stores closures and the lack of tourists’ flows in the period. North America recorded a revenue decrease of 54.4 percent or 57.8 percent at constant exchange in the first half, with second quarter revenues down 81.1 percent or 83.2 percent at constant exchange rates, while revenues in the Central and South America in 1H 2020 were down 54.6 percent or 50.1 percent at constant exchange, with second quarter down 89.2 percent or 83.1 percent at constant exchange. All product categories, at constant exchange rates, reported a decrease in 1H 2020 vs. the same period of last year with the fragrances division registering a decrease in Revenues of 66.6 percent. Picture:Facebook/Salvatore Ferragamo
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Apex Global Brands reports 22 percent drop in Q2 sales

Apex Global Brands’ revenues for the second quarter were 4.4 million dollars, a decrease of 22 percent. The decline in revenues, the company said in a statement, reflects the non-renewal of certain Cherokee brand licenses and the decrease in sales of licensees’ products related to Covid-19 shelter-in-place orders. For the first six months, revenues totalled 8.4 million dollars, a decrease of 21 percent from 10.7 million dollars in the first six months of fiscal 2020. “The Covid-19 pandemic has brought tremendous uncertainty to the retail sector, including a profound impact on our licensees domestically and abroad,” said Henry Stupp, Chief Executive Officer of Apex Global Brands, adding, “Ultimately, while we cannot predict the long-term impact the pandemic will have on our licensees’ abilities to meet their royalty agreements, we have adapted and positioned our company to manage the new realities of the retail market.” The company’s operating income in the second quarter reached 2 million dollars compared with 1.6 million dollars in the second quarter of the prior year, while operating loss during the first six months was 7 million dollars. Net loss for the quarter was 1.3 million dollars or a loss of 2.38 dollars per diluted share compared to net loss of 1.3 million dollars or a loss of 2.34 dollars per diluted share in the second quarter of the prior year. The company added that net loss for the first six months was 3.2 million dollars or a loss of 5.69 dollars per diluted share compared to a net loss of 3.5 million dollars or a loss of 6.69 dollars per diluted share in the prior year. The company’s adjusted EBITDA totalled 2.3 million dollars in the second quarter, while adjusted EBITDA in the first six months decreased to 3.4 million dollars. Picture:Facebook/Everyday California
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A new platform aims to bring European apparel sourcing online

As the fashion industry shifts to operating online, a new opportunity has arisen for a platform to connect suppliers and brands. The production of clothing and accessories is by far the most challenging and complicated process of the fashion cycle, and one that requires a unique set of skills. Sourcing is one of those skills, a necessity for small brands to find affordable producers, and for manufacturers to secure new business. With the cancelation of trade shows and global travel embargoes, sourcing has become equally challenging for fashion businesses and producers alike. Fashion producers are rarely digital natives The search for suppliers online has often brought mixed results. Many localized factories do not have websites, or are vague in the services they offer and even less transparent when it comes to pricing. The cost of producing clothing is based on a multitude of complicated factors, not least the number of units to be made, and the quality and finish required. Manufy, a Dutch start-up, aims to be a “European Alibaba” with its new marketplace that links buyers and manufacturers in the quest of sustainable fashion sourcing. “Sustainable and local sourcing has become increasingly important the last few years,” said Manufy co-founder and CEO Rob ten Hoove. “Covid-19 hit European clothing manufacturers hard: closure of factories, brands stalling production and shipments put on hold made it difficult for manufacturers to remain profitable. We hope we can help them reach new customers.” The platform is open to European manufacturers only, which, seeing the challenges in finding localized experts in garment production to build a comprehensive database, is no easy task. FashionUnited spoke to Michiel Dickers, Manufy co-founder and head of sales and press, on how Manufy aims to forge the links between suppliers and brands. How do you source suppliers and local manufacturers when many small companies operate outside the wider international fashion industry? “As of now we use multiple ways to reach manufacturers; email, Linkedin and direct contact with companies that have more affinity and experience with operating online. Currently we are working to collaborate with existing offline tradeshows to become a digital partner and hope we can reach harder to find manufacturers via this channel.” Believing in the value of word-of-mouth “we hope ‘happy brands’ will tell us more about their manufacturers so we can offer a platform for even the smallest of suppliers.” Supply chain transparency is only a recent outcome of the sustainability movement. Many brands, however, are not keen on sharing supplier info and at the same time many suppliers are out of reach for emerging designers as they require high quantities and minimums. How does Manufy reconcile this in its database? “Brands on our platform have private conversations with the manufacturers of their liking. The way they communicate about their sources on their own channels is their own choice. We hope we can stimulate a fashion industry that will be more open and transparent about its choices, but simultaneously understand that we still have a long road ahead.” “For manufacturers we offer an interesting database, that can help brands of any size find the right production partner. Minimum order quantities don’t always have to be high and sometimes young manufacturers can grow together with their clients.” Currently in beta mode, Manufy could be precisely what the fashion industry needs: transparency and access to allow for win-win situations for both brand and supplier. Founded in 2019, the company launched when a group of Dutch entrepreneurs recognised a lack of representation of European manufacturers on online marketplaces. The platform aims to connect European buyers, manufacturers and freelancers by supporting local sourcing and helping businesses find sustainable solutions to production. For further information visit www.manufy.com. Image via Manufy.com
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5 Steps For Perfect Eyelashes That Will Last All Day

Today I’m talking all things lashes! Everyone is trading in lash extensions for the long, natural looking lashes. Lash tints… The post 5 Steps For Perfect Eyelashes That Will Last All Day appeared first on Hello Fashion.
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Levi’s launches recycled puffer jackets

Levi’s has just launched its sustainable puffer jackets made from recycled plastic bottles and waste. The creation of the puffer jacket The jacket is made from recycled plastic bottles and waste, with the use of recycled materials the resources required to grow cotton and make polyester are removed. The production includes post-consumer waste (PCW) being broken down with discarded polyester and then being blended into a new synthetic fibre, this is used to insulate the jacket. This is less impactful on the environment as recycled polyester requires less energy to produce than the initial polyester, and it reduces landfill overflow and the dependence on fossil fuels. Levi’s sustainable journey Levi’s recently launched its most sustainable jeans to date. Each pair of jeans is made of 20 percent recycled denim, 20 percent sustainably sourced viscose, and 60 percent organic cotton, in addition, the denim also reduces the water, chemical and CO2 footprint during manufacturing. The American heritage retailer also has a 2025 sustainability pledge. The goals are to achieve a 90 percent reduction in its greenhouse gas emissions, use 100 percent renewable throughout its facilities and reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 40 percent through its global supply chain. The importance of the puffer jacket FashionUnited and Fashion Snoops previously reported that brands and retailers who are re-thinking their assortment strategies for post-pandemic life must ensure four consumer needs: touchless, resilience, sanitation, and immune boosting technologies. Puffer jackets are one of the items of clothing that are being regarded as quintessential protective safeguards in womenswear, as they are resilient and accessible at all market levels. Which is why even in today’s retail climate, the puffer will continue to perform. Photo credit: Levi's
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Amazon to hire 100,000 workers

Business is still booming at Amazon.com Inc. The company, which was one of the few retailers to actually see business improve during coronavirus, will now be hiring an additional 100,000 employees as part of its fourth hiring spree this year. Amazon’s main e-commerce arm continues to see growing sales, and is working to keep up with increased customer demand. Amazon will be hiring full and part-time workers in both the United States and Canada. Amazon Inc. currently employees 876,800 employees. Amazon has seen a 40 percent increase in revenue since the previous quarter and has hit its biggest profit in its history. For new employees, they will be offering a starting wage of at least 15 dollars per hour, and in select cities Amazon is offering sign-on bonuses up to 1,000 dollars for new hires. On top of Amazon’s minimum 15 dollar hourly wage, the company offers full-time employees industry-leading benefits, which include health, vision and dental insurance from day one, 401(k) with 50 percent company match, up to 20 weeks paid parental leave and Amazon’s innovative Career Choice program, which pre-pays 95 percent of tuition for courses in high-demand fields. “We are opening 100 buildings this month alone across new fulfillment and sortation centers, delivery stations, and other sites,” said Dave Clark, senior vice president of worldwide operations at Amazon, in a statement. “We are proud to be hiring 100,000 new associates with pay of 15 dollars per hour or more across those buildings and in our network. Our expansion also comes with an unwavering commitment to safety. Collectively, our new team members have already completed more than 1,200,000 hours of safety training, with over 500,000 more hours expected, to ensure that in addition to fast and efficient delivery for our customers, we’re providing a safe and modern environment for our employees and partners.” Amazon has already opened over 75 new fulfillment, sortation centers, regional air hubs, and delivery stations in the U.S. and Canada in 2020 to serve customers. Since 2010, Amazon has directly created more than 600,000 jobs in the U.S across its corporate offices and operations sites, and invested more than 350 billion dollars across more than 40 states, including infrastructure and compensation. photo: via Amazon.com
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PVH Corp. says it will ban use of exotic skins

PVH Corp. has banned exotic animal skins in the collections of all its brands, which include Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and several other contemporary clothing lines. The company said that this decision is part of a "long-term strategy to drive fashion forward for good." The company joins Brooks Brothers, Jil Sander, Chanel, Diane von Furstenberg, Hugo Boss, Victoria Beckham, Vivienne Westwood, and many other fashion companies in this ban. In a press release, PETA said that PVH's decision comes after over a decade of the animal rights organization urging the company to ban exotic skins. "At Tommy Hilfiger, we're committed to creating a better fashion industry by creating fashion that 'Wastes Nothing and Welcomes All,'" Tommy Hilfiger said. "We have always [taken] and will always take the environment, human rights, our community and related matters very seriously, which is why we don't use fur or exotic skins in any of our collections. Together, we can drive fashion forward for good."
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Charles Tyrwhitt named as England Rugby official formalwear partner

British menswear retailer Charles Tyrwhitt has announced a four-year partnership with England Rugby to become the team’s official formalwear partner from September 2020. As part of the partnership, Charles Tyrwhitt is collaborating with England Rugby to tailor an exclusive collection of bespoke formalwear to dress the men’s and women’s senior squads, through to the Under 20s/18s teams, team management and RFU staff. Each player from the England senior squad is working with Charles Tyrwhitt tailors to ensure the perfect made-to-measure formalwear outfit. The first fitting took place over video calls due to lockdown restrictions. Highlights from the custom-made range will include a merino wool suit with a burgundy lining, which will be paired with a Charles Tyrwhitt iconic white twill shirt and an Italian wool silk pocket square emblazoned with the England Rose. Charles Tyrwhitt will also create timeless casualwear and gifting licensed collections featuring the Rose, as well as a limited-edition heritage line to celebrate the RFU’s 150th anniversary in 2021. The initial collection will be available in selected stores, including Charles Tyrwhitt’s flagship on London’s iconic Jermyn Street, and online at Charlestyrwhitt.com from November. Simon Massie-Taylor, chief commercial and marketing officer for England Rugby said in a statement: “It’s great to share the news that Charles Tyrwhitt will be the official formalwear partner to England Rugby. I have no doubt that with their commitment to use the very best materials to produce attire that is built to last, along with their incredible attention to detail. “Charles Tyrwhitt will create an enduring and stylish formalwear range that is a great fit for our players and fans alike, as well as a perfect representation of our shared values.” Nick Wheeler, founder of Charles Tyrwhitt added: “We don't see ourselves simply as sponsors but more supporters. There are many rugby fans among our team and customers, and we have always had a strong connection with rugby having dressed many of the best international legends over the years. “I can’t wait to see the England Rugby team wearing head-to-toe Tyrwhitt and our customers embracing our collections.” The partnership will also give Charles Tyrwhitt access to exclusive match-day rights and digital content, which will bring rugby into the label’s conversations with their customer and also expand its base among fans of the sport. Image: courtesy of Charles Tyrwhitt
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Despite no audiences, NYFW aims to support up-and-coming designers

With almost no live audiences and few major names, New York Fashion week, which opens Sunday in city that was ravaged by the pandemic, is not giving up -- and is trying to help American designers survive an unprecedented crisis. Don't bother looking for Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger or Ralph Lauren, regular heavy-hitters on the lineup. They won't be attending this Fashion Week, which will last only three days, from Sunday evening to Wednesday. Eager to sell off some of the considerable stock accumulated since the start of the pandemic and sometimes held back by a much-slowed production chain, the big designers are showing their new collections later, separate from the usual fashion calendar. Marc Jacobs has given up his spring-summer 2021 collection altogether. The only fashion giant attending this week will be Tom Ford, who will show his new collection virtually for the closing event Wednesday night. His presence is a symbol of the willpower of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), of which Ford is the chairman, to support American design houses of all sizes -- many teetering on the brink. Historically, American high-end ready-to-wear designs have relied heavily on department stores, which were in bad shape themselves and have fallen like dominoes during the pandemic, from Barneys and Lord & Taylor to Neiman Marcus. In-person fashion shows have practically vanished from the calendar this season, with a few (very rare) exceptions, including Jason Wu's opening show on Sunday, or Rebecca Minkoff, whose presentation is on Tuesday. Even if New York has become one of the stronger case studies in recovery, the US has struggled to get the coronavirus pandemic under control, which explains the discrepancies with Paris, Milan or London fashion weeks, where live fashion shows were much more frequent. NYFW makes digital debut with hopes of exposing fashion's newcomers Apart from health risks, "when trying to simply pay as many employees as I can and not have to make further cuts or furloughs, to spend several million dollars on a show makes no sense," Ford said in an interview with industry publication Women's Wear Daily. Ever the pragmatist, the 59-year-old, generally clad in a black suit, doesn't anticipate a "normal" season before fall 2021. In order to help American designers hang on, the CFDA invested in a new platform -- named Runway360 -- that is accessible to designers for free and lets fashion houses show their collections and create virtual events around their designs. More than 50 of the 70 or so designers on the agenda for New York Fashion Week are using Runway360. Some of them have filmed their shows in New York in advance and will stream the videos at their appointed time. But even without in-person shows, "fashion is a business, and Fashion Week is a platform for designers to do business," CFDA CEO Steven Kolb told AFP. Crucially, "Fashion Week is about jobs... it's about people's livelihoods. It's about moving forward, but cautiously, with safety in mind," he said. Many young designers view this uncharted period as "an opportunity to get exposed," said Geoffrey Owens, an African-American designer showing his very first collection for his label Zoonek at the Flying Solo show. Just one year ago, Owens, also a minister, was cutting hair in his salon in Virginia Beach, dreaming of fashion. Already skilled in drawing, he learned how to sew in just 30 days and was able to "activate that gift." "Doors have been opening ever since," he said. Fellow newbie Fashion Week presenter Mohamed ElMadawy echoed the hope: "Those big brands are not showing as aggressively anymore, so I think I have a better chance" of breaking through, he said. ElMadawy is Egyptian and has been living in New York since 2012. He is showing his first collection at Fashion Week for his brand Elmadawy on Sunday, also at the show by Flying Solo, a cutting-edge boutique in SoHo that scouts and promotes emerging designers. For Owens, a designer's role is to "set the bar" for society and "bring us out of... that dark place" of the past six months. "Let's live again," he said.(AFP) Photo: Tibi SS21, Catwalkpictures
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6 Budget-Friendly Fall Outfit Ideas

Happy Sunday! Hope you guys are all having a great weekend – yesterday was my anniversary so I surprised Cody… The post 6 Budget-Friendly Fall Outfit Ideas appeared first on Hello Fashion.
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