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Sustainability Update: eBay to Sell ‘Imperfect’ Apparel in UK, Adore Me Launches Sustainable Fashion Marketplace

Retail TouchPoints

Conscious consumption is on the rise and two big names in retail have launched new programs to tap into the consumer appetite to shop sustainably. eBay UK describes its new “ Imperfects ” program as “the fashion equivalent to supermarkets’ wonky veg initiatives.” Items are available at up 60% off retail prices.

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How made-on-demand manufacturing is transforming the fashion industry

Inside Retail

Hear the phrase ‘fashion waste’ and most people immediately associate it with the fast-fashion industry producing products with short lifespans, ultimately destined for landfills. Meanwhile, sustainable fashion business models like resale, rental and repair only unravel the post-consumer garment waste problems.

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French Contemporary Fashion Brand Brings Rental Service to U.S.

Retail TouchPoints

When daily rental fees add up to the retail price, the customer will own the item with no penalty. “As Customers can return the items at the end of the rental period with free shipping and dry cleaning, continue to rent for a daily fee or purchase the item at a discount.

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How Carolina Herrera turned a virtual dress into a viral moment

Inside Retail

Roblox is fast becoming a destination for collecting and wearing digital luxury fashion and accessories. The latest designer piece to arrive in the virtual world’s marketplace is a stunning yellow floral Carolina Herrera gown worn by Karlie Kloss during the designer brand’s Spring/Summer fashion show at New York Fashion Week.

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Goodbyes’ roadmap for national expansion and a store in every city

Inside Retail

Its hybrid consignment model and curated in-store shopping experience have made it a go-to destination for economic and environmental shoppers who still want to be fashion-forward. Inside Retail spoke to Olivia Magnan, Goodbyes co-founder, about the year that was and the year ahead.

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City Chic posts solid sales growth, especially in the US

Inside Retail

Global plus size fashion retailer City Chic says it has accelerated growth across all regions, and reached an “exceptionally strong position” in the US market. For the 53 weeks to July 3, group sales rose 39 per cent to $369.2 million while tax-paid profit increased 4.7 per cent to $22.3 Comp sales rose 25.5 per cent to $162.4

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How the rapid trend cycle is impacting the luxury supply chain

Inside Retail

Waning Chinese demand for luxury goods has compounded the problems of Tuscany’s traditional leather companies as the big fashion houses they supply reshape their strategies, leading to painful layoffs that could be just the start. brand – price to end customer $20,000.

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