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Corporate finance to fashion: Meet Beare Park director Gabriella Pereira

Inside Retail

Hot on the heels of being named the Australian Fashion Laureates Emerging Designer of the Year, Gabriella Pereira this month opened the doors to the first physical retail concept this month for her label Beare Park. I studied maths and even went into finance after university, working with people and finding that dynamic environment exciting.

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Sustainability and Profitability: How Embedding Sustainability can Boost Business Performance

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Industries such as fashion, for example, face significant customer stakeholder pressure as well as complex, decentralized supply chains with the heavy burden of Scope 3 emissions (approximately 96% of the sector’s total). This naturally engages more of the business model, from finance to IT to supply chain.

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David’s Bridal Says Yes to the Dress Again with New Resale Program

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“We’re excited to unveil Adored by David’s, offering stunning, affordable dresses to help her embrace sustainability without compromise,” said Kelly Cook, President for Brand, Technology and Finance at David’s Bridal in a statement. “By

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Day two at NRF: Pattern Beauty, Tommy Hilfiger and the power of storytelling

Inside Retail

In a discussion with Sheena Butler-Young, senior correspondent for Business of Fashion , Ross recalled the origin story of her brand and how it stemmed from a personal need of hers. I thought that catering to people who were interested in music and fashion would be my strength, Hilfiger mused.

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Steve Madden Buys Kurt Geiger for $364.1 Million

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The Steve Madden board of directors has unanimously approved the transaction, which the company plans to fund with a combination of committed debt financing and cash on hand. The acquisition is expected to close in Q2 2025, subject to customary closing conditions.

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Vince Holding Corp. Changes Hands, Former CEO Brendan Hoffman to Return to the Helm

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million and a 25% interest in a newly formed Authentic subsidiary, ABG Vince, in a bid to strengthen its finances. The VNCE acquisition marks P180s third strategic deal, which also has included an investment in fashion label Altuzarra and a digital partnership with multi-brand premium retailer Elysewalker.

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From Caastle to Nuuly: Experts discuss the future of subscription fashion rental

Inside Retail

Last month, fashion rental technology provider Caastle came crashing down, dealing another blow to an industry that is already facing scrutiny about its underlying economic model. According to The Fashion Law , P180’s lawsuit stated, “Caastle knew that [its] entire endeavor was a sham. For many, the economics just don’t stack up.”

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