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Skims introduces kidswear with The North Face
Skims, the shapewear, underwear and swimwear brand co-founded by Kim Kardashian and Jens Grede, has expanded its collaboration with outdoor brand The North Face to include its first-ever kidswear assortment. The debut of The North Face x Skims limited-edition winter collection last year saw most of its pieces selling out within 20 minutes, and...
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RG Barry Brands to acquire slipper licenses for Clarks and Timberland
Footwear and accessories firm RG Barry Brands (RGB) is set to acquire the assets of Green Market Services Co. Inc. (GMS), including the licensed slipper divisions for Clarks, Timberland, and their existing private label businesses. For RGB, the takeover of the licenses aids in wider efforts to position the company to meet high-growth lifestyle...
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VF Corporation exceeds expectations in second quarter
US apparel group VF Corporation exceeded market expectations in the second quarter of its 2025/26 financial year. The parent company of brands such as The North Face, Vans and Timberland achieved surprising growth in sales and profit. This was revealed in the latest results, which the company presented on Tuesday. CEO Bracken Darrell was pleased...
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The North Face unveils collaboration with Cecilie Bahnsen during Paris fashion week
The North Face has unveiled a collaboration with Cecilie Bahnsen, presented during the designer's spring/summer 2026 show in Paris. The brand creates luxury clothing, shoes, bags and accessories for everyday wear. This new chapter in the partnership between the two brands introduces a lighter, more modular and fluid approach to technical...
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Prada, Jil Sander, Jack Wolfskin… An overview of new management in the fashion industry
Even during the seemingly quiet summer period, the fashion industry continues its reshuffle. From Lancel and Nike to Geox and Marni, FashionUnited has compiled the most important personnel decisions of recent months. Jil Sander: Ubaldo Minelli appointed CEO Ubaldo Minelli, chief executive officer of the Italian fashion group OTB Group, is now...
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SZA named first artistic director of Vans
Fashion brand Vans has appointed its first artistic director. The role has gone to artist SZA. The Grammy winner will oversee new campaigns and exclusive collections, according to the press release. Vans praises SZA for her “genre-transcending sound and radical authenticity”. “She challenges fashion codes and cultural expectations and encourages...
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Vans partners with Ernest to create first-ever skatable cardboard sneake
Footwear and apparel brand Vans has partnered with Ernest Packaging Solutions to create the unthinkable - the first-ever skatable sneaker made from cardboard. Developed as part of Ernest’s Cardboard Chaos series, the sneaker pays homage to Vans’ skate culture roots, innovative drive, and authentic expression. Vans sneakers have been favored by...
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On the back of closing 140 stores: Vans undergoes transformation
As part of its Q1 earnings release, VF Corp announced major changes for Vans, on the back of reporting a 14 percent decline in revenue for the footwear brand. Despite this, president, CEO and director of the clothing conglomerate, Bracken Darrell, remained optimistic in VF’s earnings call with investors, stating “we’re seeing some bright spots”....
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Düsseldorf Fashion Days: New beginnings, established practices and the question of courage
Over the weekend, Düsseldorf was once again dominated by fashion. Summer temperatures provided a fitting backdrop for the collections of the upcoming spring/summer 2026 season at Düsseldorf Fashion Days. However, alongside light silhouettes and cheerful colours, one theme particularly characterised the event: "Courage as a Must-Have". At the...
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Former Yoox MD appointed brand president at VF’s Naparijri
Valentina Visconti Prasca, the former managing director of Yoox worldwide, has been named brand president of Napapijri, an Italian brand under the umbrella of fashion conglomerate VF Corp. Prasca’s appointment was confirmed by the company to WWD, to which the new Napaprijri head said: “Becoming part of a group with a powerful portfolio of ionic...
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North Face enhances UK repair services with Prolong partnership
Outdoor brand The North Face is partnering with aftersales technology firm Prolong to scale its product repair services across the UK. This initiative, in collaboration with their existing care and repair provider ACS Clothing Ltd, focuses on creating a more digital and customer-friendly post-purchase experience. The new system aims to simplify...
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Former Dr Martens creative director Darren Mckoy joins Timberland
VF Corp-owned Timberland has tapped former Dr Martens creative director Darren Mckoy as global vice president of product design and creative direction. Mckoy announced his new role on LinkedIn and said the move marks a “meaningful return to VF, and the beginning of a new chapter with an iconic brand I’ve long admired for its roots and cultural...
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