As financial pressures mount, Vancouver’s Mountain Equipment Co. (MEC) is under fire from suppliers over unpaid bills, with several lawsuits filed and the company reportedly exploring a sale for the second time in five years.
Shein, the global e-commerce fashion giant, is joining forces with India’s Reliance Retail to ramp up production of Shein-branded apparel in India, aiming to supply both domestic and international markets as it shifts away from reliance on Chinese manufacturing.
Footwear brand Steve Madden has launched a bold legal challenge against sportswear giant Adidas, accusing it of using aggressive legal tactics to stifle competition over common sneaker stripe designs.
French luxury giant Louis Vuitton has launched an intellectual property lawsuit against a small Portuguese liqueur producer, claiming its logo is too similar to the iconic LV monogram.
FERMÀT, the San Francisco-based AI-native commerce platform, has announced a $45 million Series B funding round led by VMG Partners, with participation from QED Investors, Greylock, Bain Capital Ventures, and Courtside Ventures.
Torrid is making a decisive move into the digital era, announcing plans to close as many as 180 underperforming stores by the end of 2025.
National Outlet Shopping Day is back and bigger than ever in 2025. Simon, a leader in shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations, has announced that this year’s event will run for four consecutive days from June 12 to June 15.
CVS customers across the United States may soon find their neighborhood pharmacy closing its doors, as the retail giant confirmed it will shutter 270 locations in 2025.
This June, New York City is reimagined as a vibrant playground for secondhand fashion as Depop unveils its “New York is on Depop” campaign.
Gen Z-favorite retailer Revolve is under legal fire as a $50-million class-action lawsuit alleges the brand’s influencer marketing strategy misled at least a million shoppers by disguising paid endorsements as authentic recommendations.
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Alo Yoga’s rise to cult status has always been fueled by social buzz, but this week, the brand finds itself at the center of a $150 million class action lawsuit—one that could reshape the future of influencer marketing.
Michaels has finalized its acquisition of JOANN®’s intellectual property and private label brands, highlighting a move set to transform the crafts and creative retail landscape.
Prose, the global leader in AI-powered custom hair and skin care, has opened the doors to its brand-new West Coast Customization Center in Commerce, California.
Fragrance house Free Yourself has launched on Scentbird, introducing a collection of unisex scents designed to inspire emotional well-being and personal growth.
Move over, micro-bags and chunky sneakers—this year’s most coveted accessory is steeped in heritage and high style.
Lancôme has launched Idôle House, an immersive pop-up experience in New York City that celebrates the brand’s 90th anniversary with a fresh, vibrant energy.