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Leather UK teams up with Mary’s Living and Giving to breathe new life into leather pieces

Trade association Leather UK has announced a repair and restore collaboration with Mary’s Living and Giving Shops for Save the Children, aimed at breathing new life into leather pieces found in its charity shops. In a first-of-its-kind partnership, Leather UK members have expertly restored a range of leather bags found in the charity shops to...

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The Virgil Abloh Foundation names its first executive director

The Virgil Abloh Foundation, established by Shannon Abloh and family to continue the legacy of her late husband and designer Virgil Abloh, has appointed Dana Loatman as its inaugural executive director to advance the charitable organisation and increase exposure, access, and opportunities for young, underrepresented creatives. Chicago-born...

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Vivobarefoot partners with charity Earthed for limited-edition boot

Vivobarefoot has partnered with charity Earthed to create a limited edition Earthed Magna Lite Boot, with 100 percent of the profits going to The Earthed Action Fund, supporting projects that help restore nature across the world. The minimalist, barefoot footwear and lifestyle brand worked with Earthed to develop an exclusive drop of the...

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Jil Sander launches charity T-shirt to support children in need

Milan-based fashion label Jil Sander has announced a partnership with the OTB Foundation, the non-profit organisation of the OTB Group, to support youth projects around the world. The limited-edition T-shirt, which features a heart motif and “for the children of the world” message on the back and Jil Sander branding on the front, will raise...

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Lucy & Yak launches charity collection to challenge Black Friday

Independent socially and environmentally conscious lifestyle brand Lucy & Yak is launching a limited-edition collection with long-time charity partner Fior Di Loto Foundation as part of its ongoing effort to challenge Black Friday. From November 25, the brand will offer a six-piece collection, including dungarees, trousers, tees, and bags,...

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Primark launches biggest ever Breast Cancer Awareness collection

Value fashion retailer Primark has launched its biggest-ever range of products to provide support and comfort for those affected by breast cancer in the UK to mark Breast Cancer Awareness month this October. The 37-piece Breast Cancer Awareness collection is made up of two ranges, with prices starting at 4 pounds. The post-surgery range includes...

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Naomi Campbell banned from overseeing charities

British supermodel Naomi Campbell (54) is no longer allowed to head any charitable organisation in England and Wales for five years. This was decided by the British authority Charity Commission after an inspection of Campbell's fundraising organisation Fashion for Relief. Campbell and two other former board members were accused of misconduct and...

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Traid launches 'Closet Clear-out Challenge' campaign

Second-hand clothing charity Traid has launched a new campaign, backed by celebrities, including Sophie Ellis-Bextor and Erin O’Connor to generate 250,000 garment donations throughout September. The 'Closet Clear-Out Challenge' has been created to mark the charity's 25th anniversary to raise money to fund its global projects focused on...

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Charity retailers deserve support amid price criticism, says Chief Executive of Traid

In recent weeks, charity retail has faced criticism for allegedly overcharging customers with inflated prices. This narrative overlooks the crucial role that charity shops play and misrepresents the sector, which has a long history of supporting vital causes. Maria Chenoweth, Chief Executive of charity retailer Traid, published a thought piece...

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Scamp & Dude collaborates with Paralympian Ellie Simmonds

Independent fashion brand Scamp & Dude has collaborated with British Paralympian and swimmer Ellie Simmonds for its ‘Super Scarf’ charitable initiative. The brand’s founder Jo Tutchener-Sharp collaborated with Simmonds on a ‘Super Scarf’ design that features soft turquoise with black and blue shadow leopard print. The mix of shades of blue...

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George at Asda teams up with The Prince’s Trust to launch Barbie collection

Supermarket fashion brand George at Asda has teamed up with The Prince’s Trust and Mattel on a Barbie-inspired collection to raise funds for the charity's #ChangeAGirlsLife campaign. The limited-edition 21-piece collection was designed by 11 young people from The Prince’s Trust's three-day ‘Get Started in Product Design’ programme with George at...

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Vestiaire Collective launches new charity celebrity closet sale with Jessica Chastain

Luxury resale platform Vestiaire Collective has announced its latest celebrity closet sale with Academy Award winner and producer Jessica Chastain and her stylist Elizabeth Stewart. Part of the global secondhand platform's growth strategy for the US, the announcement comes not long after Vestiaire Collective introduced 0 percent commission fees...