Category Archives: Apparel, Fashion & Beauty

Apparel, Fashion & Beauty Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Advancing Gender Equality: Henkel Presents Third Edition of Martha Schwarzkopf Award

(IN BRIEF) Henkel is proud to announce the launch of the third edition of the “Martha Schwarzkopf Award for Women in Science,” aimed at empowering female scientists in the field. This prestigious award, named after Martha Schwarzkopf, recognizes outstanding contributions … Read the full press release

Swiss Banks Boost Financing to Egypt’s Textile Modernization Program to EUR 375 Million

(IN BRIEF) Credit Suisse AG, UBS Switzerland AG, and other Swiss banks have collectively increased their financing commitment to the Cotton, Spinning, Weaving & Garment Holding Co in Cairo, Egypt, to EUR 375 million as part of the country’s textile … Read the full press release

Lensa, един от най-ценените търговци на оптика в Румъния, пристига в България. Първият шоурум е открит в София

(НАКРАТКО) Lensa, известен търговец на оптика в Румъния, разширява присъствието си в региона, откривайки първия си магазин в България, конкретно в София. Магазинът предлага широка гама от очила и слънчеви очила на водещи марки, като Ray Ban, Police, Furla и … Read the full press release

Beiersdorf Secures Coveted Spot on CDP’s ‘Triple A List’ for Second Consecutive Year

(IN BRIEF) Beiersdorf has proudly earned a spot on CDP’s prestigious “Triple A List” for the second year in a row, recognizing its outstanding commitment to environmental sustainability. Among over 21,000 companies worldwide, Beiersdorf is one of only ten to … Read the full press release

M&S Food Invests in Value with Price Cuts and Locks Prices on Customer Favorites

(IN BRIEF) M&S Food is making an investment in value by reducing prices on over 200 products, including 65 with an average reduction of 6%. Popular items like baked beans, instant coffee, and rice are among those receiving price cuts. … Read the full press release

Vespa Unveils Limited-Edition Vespa 946 Dragon and Dragon Varsity Jacket for Lunar New Year Celebration

(IN BRIEF) Vespa, the iconic Italian scooter brand, introduces a limited-edition Vespa 946 Dragon and matching Dragon Varsity Jacket in honor of the Year of the Dragon. The Vespa 946 Dragon, produced in a limited run of 1888 units, showcases … Read the full press release

Adidas Appoints Michelle Robertson to Executive Board, Elevating Global Human Resources and People-Centric Culture

(IN BRIEF) Michelle Robertson, a long-standing employee of adidas and previously Reebok, has been appointed as an Executive Board member responsible for Global Human Resources, People, and Culture at adidas AG, effective January 1st, 2024. She has been serving in … Read the full press release

ANDRITZ Collaborates with Sfilacciatura Negro for New Textile Recycling Line in Italy

(IN BRIEF) ANDRITZ has successfully initiated operations for a new textile recycling line at Sfilacciatura Negro’s facility in Biella, Italy. This state-of-the-art tearing line is designed to process post-consumer textile waste while automatically removing hard parts. Sfilacciatura Negro, with a … Read the full press release

Marloes van Kooten to Take Over as Managing Director Purchasing at Witt Group

(IN BRIEF) Marloes van Kooten will be joining the Witt Group management team on March 1, 2024, with plans to succeed Stefanie Zühlke-Schmidt as Managing Director Purchasing on September 1, 2024, following a six-month onboarding period. Marloes brings over 30 … Read the full press release

World Children’s Day: H&M Move Collaborates with Sport Without Borders to Promote Youth Sports

(IN BRIEF) H&M Move and Sport Without Borders have partnered to empower young people through sports on World Children’s Day. This two-year collaboration will offer 2,500 young individuals in Sweden meaningful activities during physical education lessons, after-school programs, and school … Read the full press release

BESTSELLER and SOLshare Power Textile Factory in Bangladesh with Rooftop Solar System

(IN BRIEF) BESTSELLER, a fashion company, and its partner SOLshare have successfully installed the first rooftop solar system on a textile supplier’s factory in Bangladesh. This initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce the environmental impact of BESTSELLER’s … Read the full press release

M&S and WUKA Lead Push for VAT Relief on Environmentally Friendly Period Pants

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer (M&S) and WUKA have launched the “Say Pants to the Tax” campaign, seeking to exempt period pants from the current 20% Value Added Tax (VAT). The campaign, supported by various retailers, charities, politicians, and business … Read the full press release

Tanzanian Leatherworkers Shine at BIO Africa Convention, Paving the Way for Business Growth

(IN BRIEF) Tanzanian leatherworkers from the Bulawayo Leather Cluster showcased their craftsmanship and commitment to business development at the 2023 BIO Africa Convention, a premier event for innovation and scientific advancement in Africa. The Bulawayo Leather Cluster, supported by Solidaridad’s … Read the full press release

Traditional Craftsmanship Workshop Joins Maison Boucheron for High Jewelry Excellence

(IN BRIEF) Boucheron, a prominent luxury jewelry brand, has expanded its High Jewelry expertise by acquiring a well-regarded workshop known for its traditional craftsmanship. Located near Place Vendôme in Paris, this strategic acquisition enhances Maison Boucheron’s production capacity for High … Read the full press release

Lenzing Group Reports Q3 2023 Results Amidst Challenging Market Conditions

(IN BRIEF) The Lenzing Group, a global supplier of specialty fibers for textiles and nonwovens, has reported its Q3 2023 results, reflecting ongoing challenges in the market. The company’s revenue for the first three quarters of the year decreased by … Read the full press release

Edelvika: From Filter Bags to Fashion – Ukrainian Clothing Manufacturer’s Path to Success Amid Challenges

(IN BRIEF) Edelvika, a Ukrainian clothing and textile manufacturer, has undergone a remarkable transformation from primarily producing filter bags to focusing on fashion-related products, particularly traditional embroidered blouses called vyshyvanka. Despite the challenges posed by the war in Ukraine, the … Read the full press release

BASF and 3Helix Partner to Commercialize Innovative Anti-Aging Technology

(IN BRIEF) BASF, a global chemical company, has entered into an innovation partnership with 3Helix Inc., a U.S.-based technology start-up, to leverage 3Helix’s proprietary CHP (Collagen Hybrid Peptides) technology. This collaboration involves an equity investment and licensing agreement, granting BASF … Read the full press release

M&S Reveals ‘Love Thismas (Not Thatmas)’ Christmas Campaign for 2023

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer (M&S) has unveiled its 2023 Christmas Clothing & Home campaign, created in collaboration with the creative agency MOTHER and director Ally Pankiw. The campaign focuses on celebrating the authentic essence of Christmas, acknowledging the challenge … Read the full press release

Unilever Appoints Fernando Fernandez as New CFO Amid Leadership Changes

(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced the appointment of Fernando Fernandez as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective from January 1, 2024. Fernandez, currently the President of Unilever’s Beauty & Wellbeing Business Group, will succeed Graeme Pitkethly, who is retiring … Read the full press release

Unilever Sells Dollar Shave Club to Nexus Capital Management to Focus on Core Growth Areas

(IN BRIEF) Unilever has announced the sale of Dollar Shave Club to Nexus Capital Management LP, a US-based private equity firm. Dollar Shave Club, known for its razors and male grooming products, will continue to serve consumers in North America … Read the full press release