Kohl’s Corporation announced that Robbin Mitchell has joined its Board of Directors (the “Board”) as an independent director. A member of the Fashion & Luxury leadership team at the Boston Consulting Group (“BCG”), Ms. Mitchell brings extensive retail industry operating experience and expertise in areas important to Kohl’s growth strategy, including Women’s apparel, Active and Beauty.“Robbin’s background and skillset are ideally suited to support Kohl’s continued strong execution and momentu

AMSTERDAM – Fashion brand Tommy Hilfiger has produced its first garments made in line with the requirements of the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s Jeans Redesign Project.The project, which launched in 2019 and has since attracted more than 60 brand members, establishes guidelines on garment durability, material health, recyclability and traceability that signatories must meet.Having developed jeans and denim jackets that meet the requirements, Tommy Hilfiger’s CEO, Martijn Hagman, commented: “This

AMSTERDAM – Dutch multi-stakeholder initiative the Denim Deal, which last year launched with the backing of 30 leading companies, has partnered with blockchain technology provider The Movement.The tie-up will afford members of the initiative access to The Movement’s ‘Aware’ blockchain solution in a bid to boost supply chain transparency.The Denim Deal was established in November of last year, and has tasked the likes of Mud Jeans, Scotch & Soda and Kuyichi with using at least five per cent r

After American clothing retailer Tailored Brands’ exit from Chapter 11 last December, it is now seeking US $ 75 million emergency loan from existing lender and its largest equity holder.Image Courtesy: detroitnews.comAlso Read:The retailer, which owns Men’s Wearhouse, has sought the emergency loan following the unexpected slump in its business in December and early this year, which has put it at the risk of default.This was confirmed by a trustee for a group of unsecured creditors who are equity

Despite the fact that the coronavirus pandemic continues to have an impact on international business travel, the Belgian textile machinery technology industry is gearing up for what is expected to be the first major Asian showcase towards the post-pandemic relaunch of the economy. Preparations for the seventh edition of ITMA ASIA + CITME are going as planned! ITMA ASIA + CITME 2020 will take place from 12 to 16 June 2021 at the National Exhibition and Convention Centre (NECC) in Shanghai. It wil

Which yarn clearing technology should spinners choose? Now there’s only one answer, aslaunches the new Quantum 4.0 clearer generation. This world-beating innovation combines both capacitive and optical sensors in one – delivering comprehensive security, prevention and flexibility.The Smart Duo system offers the best of both worlds for intelligent yarn quality control and optimized profitability. It means mills can now focus on meeting the fast-moving market challenges, instead of pondering techn

Staff of leading global retailer Inditex says they are being forced out as the company rolls out its plan to shut down around 1,200 stores worldwide – this is despite the company’s agreement with Spanish unions to protect jobs.Inditex, the world’s biggest clothing retailer based in Spain, is the owner of fast-fashion brand Zara.The company is closing smaller outlets while expanding flagship stores and the Spanish closures are the first of up to 700 expected this year in Europe, as well as 100 in

Spotlight collection features graphic tees for the family, mugs, candles, totes, and more designed by Kohl’s associates, and Kohl’s donation to Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s SMART Girls program supports the empowerment of young womenAt Kohl’s, we are proud to celebrate Women’s History Month throughout March to honor the women who changed the rules and continue to change our lives.To commemorate this special month, Kohl’s is launching a Women’s History Month collection, which features an as

Chen Jianzhi who is a specialist in new retailer and new e-commerce fields will give a lecture from 15:30 to 16:30on March 5th. He will tell us what new profitable business model of textile industry is.

Though 2021 has begun well for Boohoo, with the retailer buying Debenhams and some Arcadia brands, horrors of 2020 seem to have come back to haunt the retailer.Image Courtesy: thetimes.co.ukUS authorities have now decided to probe claims of forced labour and poor working practices in Boohoo’s supply chain across the UK.Anything that goes against the British online retailer could lead to its items confiscated at ports.Earlier last month, a charity organisation, Liberty Shared, sent a petition to