Donated clothing worsening Kenya’s plastic pollution: report By AFP-Relaxnews One third of all second-hand clothing shipped to Kenya in 2021 was “plastic waste in disguise”, creating a slew of environmental and health problems for local communities, a new report said…
Observing this year’s footwear trends has been a wild ride, to say the least, taking us from ’00s cork wedges to unexpected toe exposure. The fact that platform Uggs are poised for a return as temperatures drop is proof of…
Crocs posts record 2022 revenues Crocs Crocs The Broomfield, Colorado-based company said revenues for the full-year totalled $3.6 billion, up 54%, compared to 2021. Crocs brand revenues increased 14.9%, to $2.7 billion. Wholesale revenues increased 17.3%, while DTC revenues rose 12.5%. In…
Marwyn walks away from possible investment in Hotter owner Unbound Unbound Group — the owner of the Hotter Hotter On Wednesday, Unbound said that Marwyn Investment Management has abandoned its 12 April proposal to provide a £10 million investment via…
ABG’s Ted Baker seeks job cuts In a tough retail landscape, news of redundancies are expected grow following the key Christmas trading and clearance sale periods. Ted Baker Ted Baker The news, which was first reported by Drapers, sees it joining…
For her latest businesswear-inspired look, Kate Middleton has gone with a monochromatic gray ’fit—not unlike a Thom Browne employee, or perhaps a spy attempting to fade into the background in some bureaucratic office. Chris Jackson/Getty Images The Princess of Wales…
Dr Martens links with musician Deyaz Heritage footwear brand Dr Martens is bringing its longstanding musical links to centre stage for its new summer campaign in a new musician tie-up. Musician Deyazwears Dr Martens summer Carraracollection Kicking off an “offbeat…
Mega online e-tailer ASOS makes physical store debut with Nordstrom Ask GoogleAsos “We’re all about online at ASOS, so you won’t find us in your local mall. We’ve got hundreds of brands and thousands of products that just wouldn’t fit…
One day before the Kansas City Chiefs face off against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium, Taylor Swift was spotted celebrating Blake Lively’s daughter Inez in NYC. On September 30, the “Welcome to New York” singer was photographed attending…
Germany’s Soex to recycle Mercedes-Benz shoes Translated by Cassidy STEPHENS With 25,000 tonnes of safety shoes destroyed every year, the Mercedes-Benz Group is now going to rely on the recycling tool developed by German manufacturer Soex to give a second…
