The most-read stories on just-style this week include just-style’s coverage of the ‘Made in the UK’ event held in London, the appeal of Burma/Myanmar as an outsourcing destination for Hong Kong garment companies, and Gap’s response to critics’ comments on its move to source from this region. American Apparel’s decision to oust its CEO Dov Charney also proved popular.
SOURCING: Education and training key to ‘Made in the UK’ growth
UK textile and apparel executives met in London last week to discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by suppliers and retailers trying to support manufacturing in the UK.
SWEDEN: Continued margin contraction likely for H&M in H2
While headline numbers for H&M in its second-quarter are above consensus expectations, analysts believe the second half outlook for the fashion retailer is “significantly more difficult” with continuing margin contraction likely.
Gap hits back at criticism of move into Myanmar
Retailer Gap Inc has moved to defend its position on workers’ rights following reports that suggest the apparel giant’s decision to begin sourcing from Burma/Myanmar is being dressed up as global philanthropy.
US: Dov Charney ousted at American Apparel
Colourful American Apparel founder Dov Charney has been ousted by the company’s board of directors as investigations into misconduct allegations continue.
SOURCING: Hong Kong garment firms in Myanmar investment deal
Burma/Myanmar appears set to become a major outsourcing destination for Hong Kong garment companies, with a deal signed last week to set up a 2,400 hectare apparel industrial park in the Yangon region.
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