Shein, the fast-fashion giant, faced a rocky start in Paris as it opened its first physical store. The launch was overshadowed by a government decision to suspend access to its online platform in France. This came after controversial listings of sex dolls with childlike features were found on its website. The French government demanded that Shein prove its content co...
The fashion industry is a big part of our daily lives. But it's also a major source of pollution. Every year, the U. S. alone throws away a huge amount of textiles. This is not just a problem of waste. It's also about the resources used to make these clothes. The industry emits a lot of greenhouse gases and uses a lot of water. It also relies on harmful chemicals and...
The fast-fashion brand Forever 21 is facing tough times once again. This time, the company's U. S. operations have filed for bankruptcy protection. This is the second time in recent years that the brand has had to take this step. The fashion industry is a tough place, and Forever 21 is feeling the heat from all sides. The company has been around since the 1980s, att...
In Ghana, where used clothes from the West are a common sight, designers are turning the tide on textile waste. Instead of letting discarded clothes clog up beaches and dumps, they're transforming them into stylish outfits. The festival "Obroni Wawu October" is where the magic happens. Designers take old clothes and create new ones, from fancy blouses to cool caps. T...
Amazon has rolled out a new online store called Haul, designed to compete with super-cheap e-commerce giant Shein. The idea is simple: everything costs less than $20. Most items will be even cheaper, with some as low as $1. 79. You might find things like a set of jewelry for $2. 99 or an iPhone case for $1. 99. But to get free shipping, you’ll need to spend at least ...
Amazon is gearing up to launch a new storefront featuring affordable clothing and home products from Chinese sellers. This move is a clear attempt to compete with the likes of Shein and Temu, two Chinese-origin e-retailers that have been disrupting the industry with their rock-bottom prices. So, can Amazon succeed in this endeavor? Let's dive in. Amazon's strategy h...
New York City Fashion Week is back, with big names like Tommy Hilfiger, Tory Burch, and Michael Kors taking center stage. But hold on, is the Big Apple still the fashion capital it once was? Some folks are worried that the city's style scene is losing its shine. Think about it: Between 2014 and 2024, the number of New Yorkers working in fashion dropped by almost 30...