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Explainer: Why luxury fashion is not immune to ‘sweatshop’ scandals

An analyst tells Just Style being able to guarantee good working conditions throughout the supply chain is essential for a luxury fashion brand's reputation after handbags made in Italy for LVMH-owned Dior were traced to factories facing labour abuse claims.

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Balena CEO: Putting ‘end-of-life’ first unlocks fashion material innovation

The CEO of material science company Balena, David Roubach, tells Just Style his goal is to make multiple industries circular, including fashion and the secret is to make end-of-life the focus during the design process.

In Data: Majority of UK, US retailers in ‘theft crisis’ mode

A new report from Avery Dennison has revealed the majority of US and UK retailers are in “theft crisis” mode with a third saying resources for theft detection and reduction are insufficient.

IHKIB urges Ted Baker to compensate Türkiye apparel suppliers for losses

Istanbul Apparel Exporters Association (IHKIB) has called on UK fashion brand Ted Baker and its administrators to pay back what it owes to its member apparel suppliers following the company's insolvency.

Hela, Authentic partner for Reebok outerwear production

Global brand development and marketing platform Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) has entered a long-term partnership with Focus Brands, the brand licensing division of Sri Lankan garment maker Hela Apparel Holdings.

Investors, NGO target Nike over unpaid Thai, Cambodian supply chain workers

A coalition of human rights advocates and major Nike investors are calling on the sportswear giant to pay its Cambodian and Thai garment workers the alleged $2.2m they have been owed since 2020 ahead of Nike's September annual meeting.

Boohoo marketplace to debut in August

Global fashion e-tailer Boohoo has announced the launch of its marketplace, Boohoo brands, a platform that will host a curated edit of fashion, lifestyle, and beauty brands.

SCS Global Services names new CEO

Sustainability standard setting and certification company SCS Global Services (SCS) has appointed Matthew Rudolf as the company's new president and chief executive officer.