2018 recap
Video: Trade, Trump & Turmoil
Even with a robust economy and strong consumer confidence, one threat hung over 2018—the escalating trade war…
Fashion Industry Stocks Rode the Wall Street Waves in 2018 as Trade Woes Cut Deep
U.S.-based retail, apparel and footwear stocks rode the Wall Street roller coaster in 2018, generally…
How the Battle Between Nike and Adidas Played Out in 2018
Most are familiar with the tense rivalry between footwear powerhouses Nike and Adidas. But how did each fare…
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The Best of Rivet: Most Read Stories of 2018
The most popular articles on denim trends, brands and innovations.
Textiles Took Strides Toward Raising Performance and Methods in 2018
For fiber and fabric companies in 2018, the aim was to innovate by raising performance levels with…
2018: The Year in Sneakers
Sourcing Journal looks back on the biggest trends and innovations that affected the sneaker market in 2018.
The Top 5 Denim Moments From the Runway in 2018
Denim secured its place on the fashion runway in 2018, in both traditional and untraditional ways.
Did the Circular Economy Find Its Groove in 2018?
2018 might go down as the year the circular economy hit the big leagues.
Though Shorter Overall, the 2018 Bankruptcy List Was Dominated by Mall Brands
While the pace of bankruptcies slowed in 2018, big name retailers sought Chapter 11 protection due to rising…
Street Moves: 3 Major Streetwear Moments of 2018
Streetwear gave brands, retailers and analysts endless stories to gush over in 2018.
Sourcing Scoop: Here’s What Defined Sourcing in 2018
Uncertainty led the charge for sourcing in 2018, and the ramifications of an up-in-the-air trade environment…
From Luxury to Logistics, This Is What VCs Funded This Year
Venture capitalists poured millions into startups focused on sustainability, luxury, logistics, inclusive…
Denim Mills Invested in Water-Saving Solutions in 2018
In 2018, mills introduced a series of water-saving solutions to quench the denim industry's thirst once and…
One Tier Defied the UK’s Retail Struggles in 2018
The press has been awash with news of the retail apocalypse, however, one retail sector appears to be…
Amazon Influenced More Than Retail in 2018
Amazon, America's favorite brand, weathered some lows and scored significant highs in 2018.