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USPS Halts Shipments from China, Hong Kong in Blow to Shein
The latest logistical snag will hit e-commerce companies dependent on utilizing the postal service for deliveries.
Retailers, Apparel Groups Sound Off on ‘Tit-For-Tat’ Tariffs
Tariffs “will inject massive costs into our inflation-weary economy,” said one trade association.
Levi’s Doubles Down on Denim as Revenue Jumps
The San Francisco denim company’s namesake grew 2 percent in the quarter as direct continues to carve out a growth path for itself.
VF CEO Sets Vans Expectations ‘Low’ to Allow Turnaround Time
The skate shoe brand saw some improvement in its declining revenue as Bracken Darrell tempered expectations around the brand’s progress.

AI Says: California’s Most Popular Fashion Brands in 2025
Levi Strauss, Reformation and Stussy made the list, while Vans and Fear of God fell off.
Vans Parent Takes Axe to Workforce With More Layoffs
More cuts at VF Corp. as company points to yet another reorg.

Fire Rebuilding Talk Brings LA Retail Developers to Fore
The Grove developer Rick Caruso and Steve Soboroff of Playa Vista fame shot to prominence in the past few days as Los Angeles focuses on recovery.
More Management Changes Afoot at St. John Knits
The CEO of the Anaheim knit house is moving on to a bigger role at parent Lanvin Group as change once again hits the luxury label.
Rag & Bone to Generate ‘Lion’s Share’ of Growth for Guess
The New York contemporary brand’s successes are being closely watched as it enters its first full year under the Los Angeles denim maker’s ownership.
AG Jeans Warns of Shipping Delays as it Ramps Fire Donations
The denim company has begun shipping out clothing donations in response to the fires.