10 June 2026
10 June 2026
In premium womenswear, the fabric is the design, so a second supplier isn’t a backup — it’s a different garment, which is why the standard "diversify-everything" playbook quietly backfires on a brand’s hero cloths, says Alex Shen, founder, Deepwove — Product Development & Manufacturing.
The UK retail sector saw a robust performance in May 2026, with hot weather fuelling a particular boost in clothing and footwear purchases.
Major US container ports are projected to record a year-over-year rise in inbound cargo in June as retailers pull forward orders ahead of potential cost increases tied to tariffs and higher fuel prices.
The NYU Stern Center for Business and Human Rights has urged apparel brands to classify extreme heat as a “measurable workplace safety risk,” as its new report shows climate change is already disrupting fashion supply chains.
ASICS will transfer its Onitsuka Tiger business into a standalone group company from 2027 as the Japanese sportswear giant looks to support the brand's rapid global expansion and strengthen its position in the luxury lifestyle market.
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