Deckers Brands announced Thursday a strong start to fiscal 2023, reporting a first-quarter revenues uptick of 22%, on the back of strong growth in its portfolio darling, Hoka.

VF Corporation announced on Thursday revenues for the first quarter increased by 3%, on the back of double-digit growth its The North Face brand, offsetting a dip in its Vans business and plunging APAC sales. 

Chinese billionaire Jack Ma plans to give up control of financial technology company Ant Group Co in an effort to move away from affiliate Alibaba Group Holding Ltd, the Wall Street Journal reported on Thursday.

Unbound Group (best known as the owner of the Hotter footwear brand) on Thursday confirmed the initial launch of its previously flagged curated multibrand platform, as scheduled.

​So the rumours were true. Acquisition-hungry Frasers Group confirmed on Thursday that it has acquired online fashion retailer I Saw It First.

Columbia Sportswear announced on Wednesday revenues for the first half of the year 2022 increased 12%, despite the company's second quarter recording lower sales in volume terms for the three months.

On Monday July 25, the Lithuanian specialist in private fashion resale launched a public offering for the shares of its German competitor Rebelle, in which Vinted is already assured of a 64.70% stake.

Keeping it local. Digital eco fashion retailer Celtic & Co has appointed Martin Hayball its new head of finance. He joins from fellow Cornish fashion retailer Seasalt where he was head of financial planning/analysis.

​Moss Bros is extra busy with the menswear specialist opening four new stores, including a concept store on London’s Jermyn Street. It’s rolling out its casual offer to all of its locations too.

Gucci was back in top spot in Q2 as the Lyst Index showed a surge in popularity on the back of its Adidas collab. In fact, collaborations were hot this quarter, while summer items, Diesel and 'naked' dresses also surged.

Skechers U.S.A Inc. announced on Tuesday revenues for the second quarter increased by more than 12%, on the back of double-digit sales growth in the footwear brand's domestic and international business, respectively. 

Two years after a first pop-up in San Francisco, the brand founded by Morgane Sézalory will open a new shop in September, planned for a duration of four months.

​Popular British fashion footwear brand Dr Martens has given five students starring roles to create bespoke designs for its new summer campaign.

Luxury athletic footwear retailer Kick Game continues its UK expansion drive with statement stores in major cities. The latest is in Liverpool, marking its debut there at the increasingly popular Liverpool One mall.

​JD Sports Fashion’s search for a CEO is over and it has chosen a seasoned retail executive with experience in a wide range of categories, both in the UK and abroad, it was claimed on Tuesday.

​Budget footwear retailer Shoe Zone issued a trading update less than a month ago, but it delivered another on Tuesday and unlike some updates that come in quick succession, this one didn’t contain any bad news.