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Latin Music Revenue Outpaces U.S. Market Growth Again
RIAA data shows Latin music generated over $542.2 million in the first half of 2026, growing faster than the overall U.S. music market. The continued surge signals fresh opportunity for artists, labels, and promoters plugged into the Latin music scene.
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Charlotte de Witte gives all proceeds from new EP to nightlife advocacy fund
Techno DJ Charlotte de Witte has released 'The Resistance,' a four-track EP on her own KNTXT label, with every dollar of proceeds directed to a nightlife advocacy foundation. The move puts industry support squarely behind the venues and events sustaining electronic music culture.
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Mexican-Ecuadorian Label Neithan Herbert Makes Its Milan Runway Debut
Designer Neithan Herbert Ruiz Pillajo, who built his artisanal fashion brand through resort boutique sales, is bringing the label to Milan Fashion Week. The debut marks a major leap for a business rooted in community support and craft-driven design.
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Walmart Launches $45 Cashmere Sweater Under Free Assembly Label
Walmart is bringing affordable cashmere to the mass market with a $45 crewneck from its in-house Free Assembly brand. The line positions itself around elevated basics and trend-forward staples for men and women.
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SOUTH2 WEST8 Turns Montana Artist's Paintings Into New Camo Print
Japanese fly-fishing label SOUTH2 WEST8 has released a new collection built around an abstract camo print inspired by artist Ben Miller's paintings. The design draws on Montana's fly-fishing culture, translating Miller's artwork into a wearable graphic for the brand's latest drop.
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Marc Jacobs Names John Wattiker Chief Marketing Officer
Marc Jacobs has appointed John Wattiker as its new Chief Marketing Officer, tasked with steering the brand's global marketing strategy. The move is aimed at reinforcing the label's positioning and expanding its reach and relevance in the market.
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Parajumpers Marks 20 Years With Global Artist Collab on Gobi Jacket
Outerwear label Parajumpers is celebrating its 20th anniversary by tapping 20 creatives worldwide to reinterpret its signature Gobi jacket. The initiative turns the brand's flagship piece into a canvas for artistic collaboration across markets.
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Aviator Nation Debuts Official NFL Apparel Collection
California streetwear label Aviator Nation has launched an officially licensed collection with the NFL, timed to the start of fall football season. The partnership marks a notable crossover between fashion retail and major sports league merchandising.
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Peter Millar Steps Into the Spotlight at 25-Year Mark
The heritage menswear label Peter Millar is shifting from a low-key presence to a higher-profile brand strategy as it marks its 25th anniversary. New marketing chief Paul Nugent is leading the push for greater visibility going forward.
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Peter Millar's Creative Director Traces Brand's Shift to Lifestyle
Jason Cater reflects on Peter Millar's transformation from a cashmere sweater label into a golf brand and now a full lifestyle offering. The interview highlights how the company's creative direction has expanded its market positioning over time.
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Gianvito Rossi Marks 20 Years as a Family Footwear Legacy Grows
Gianvito Rossi, son of shoe icon Sergio Rossi, opens up about his label's 20th anniversary and an upcoming commemorative book set to debut at Milan Fashion Week. He also discusses now working alongside his daughter Sofia, signaling a third generation entering the family business.
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Patchwork Trend Gives New Era, Birkenstock and Vans a Playful Refresh
A wave of patchwork design is reworking classic basics from New Era, Birkenstock and Vans, signaling brands are leaning into more playful product drops. The trend suggests footwear and accessory labels are prioritizing distinctive, collectible design over straightforward staples.
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Vivetta's Venerdì Pomeriggio Spring 2027 Blooms with Gardening Whimsy
Vivetta Ponti's Venerdì Pomeriggio label took its signature quirky aesthetic outdoors for Spring 2027, building the collection around a gardening theme. The presentation continues the brand's playful, whimsical design language into a new seasonal narrative.
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Everlane Partners With L.A. Label Collegium on Footwear Capsule
Everlane has teamed up with Los Angeles-based shoe brand Collegium to launch a five-piece footwear capsule, including sneakers and loafers. The collection is now available, marking a notable brand collaboration in the direct-to-consumer fashion space.
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Boards of Canada's 'Hi Scores' EP gets vinyl reissue for 30th anniversary
Skam Records is reissuing Boards of Canada's landmark 1996 EP 'Hi Scores' on vinyl to mark its 30th anniversary. The six-track release remains a foundational work for the Manchester label's electronic music legacy.
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Fruit of the Loom's T-Shirt Suit Expands With CLANE Womenswear Edit
Fruit of the Loom's cult T-shirt-fabric suit, originally designed with Keiji Kaneko, is getting a new life through Japanese label CLANE. The collaboration brings a womenswear version of the soft-fabric suit after multiple prior menswear releases.
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Rag & Bone Expands Into Europe With New Paris Flagship
The New York-based label is opening a stand-alone store in the Marais, marking the first step in a broader international expansion. The move signals growing ambitions for the brand across European markets.
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Tod's Names Actress Zhu Zhu as House Ambassador
Tod's has appointed Chinese actress Zhu Zhu as its newest brand ambassador. She is expected to appear at the label's spring 2027 fashion show in Milan.
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10 Latin Fashion Brands Reshaping the Global Style Conversation
A new wave of Latin American fashion brands is gaining global visibility, blending heritage craftsmanship with contemporary design. The list highlights labels positioned to expand distribution and reach international markets.
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IDM and electro producer Vector Lovers dies
Soma Records has paid tribute to affiliated artist Vector Lovers, remembering him as a highly talented producer following his death. The IDM and electro scene loses a respected voice tied to one of dance music's notable labels.
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Rihanna-Backed Jewelry Label Dyne Puts a Fresh Spin on Classic Design
Dyne, the jewelry brand from designer Sarah Ysabel Narici, is gaining attention as a celebrity favorite, with Rihanna among its notable wearers. The label is being highlighted as an emerging name reworking traditional jewelry design.
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Calvin Klein Taps Teyana Taylor for 'Perfectly Fit' Bra Campaign
Calvin Klein is rolling out its new 'Perfectly Fit' bra line, fronted by Teyana Taylor for the fall underwear campaign launching Tuesday. The campaign marks another high-profile brand-talent pairing for the label's intimates business.
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The Frankie Shop Debuts Milan Flagship in Global Expansion Push
The Frankie Shop has opened its first Milan flagship as founder Gaëlle Drevet pursues a plan to double the brand's revenues by 2027. The store marks a key step in the label's broader international growth strategy.
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525 America and Derek Lam 10 Crosby Launch Joint Collaboration
525 America is teaming up with Derek Lam 10 Crosby on a new collaboration, uniting two labels under NYC Alliance's ownership. The partnership marks a strategic pairing within the same corporate portfolio.
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La Perla's CEO Maps Atelier-First Reboot Strategy
Alessio Vannetti, CEO of La Perla, is preparing to unveil the brand's #00 collection with a plan to relaunch the business rooted in atelier craftsmanship. The move signals a strategic repositioning for the storied lingerie label ahead of its Saturday debut.
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Lovebirds Debuts at London Fashion Week with Spring 2027 Collection
Founder-designers Gursi Singh and Amrita Khanna brought their label Lovebirds to London Fashion Week, presenting a Spring 2027 collection. The line sought to move past familiar clichés often associated with Indian fashion.
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Reebok's Comeback Bid: Strong Releases, But Is It Breaking Through?
Reebok is riding a run of well-received in-line drops and stylish collaborations, fueling talk of a brand comeback. The question industry watchers are asking is whether the momentum translates into a real breakthrough moment for the label.
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Donatella Versace Launches New Label With Revolve
Donatella Versace is stepping into a new venture, partnering with e-commerce platform Revolve to launch a brand built on her signature aesthetic. The collaboration pairs decades of high-fashion credibility with Revolve's digitally savvy customer base, signaling a fresh distribution strategy for the designer.
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Donatella Versace Teams With Revolve Group on New Fashion Label
Donatella Versace will serve as chief creative officer of a new, still-unnamed fashion and beauty brand developed with Revolve Group. The launch marks a fresh venture for the designer beyond Versace, pairing her creative direction with Revolve's retail and distribution muscle.
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Christopher Kane Marks Runway Return with Mulberry Spring 2027
Christopher Kane returned to the runway at London Fashion Week, three years after shuttering his namesake label, now helming Mulberry's Spring 2027 collection. The show signals a major creative reset for the British heritage brand.