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PVH Signs Two UN Environmental Accords
Earlier this year PVH signed the U.N. Women's Empowerment Principles to reinforce its commitment to gender…
Global Fast-Fashion Forum Eyes Ethics Issues
Zeid Ra'ad al-Hussein, U.N. High Commissioner for Human Rights, in a keynote address, stressed of the risk to…
Chantal Khoueiry Launches charity site, Brides Do Good
One-third of sale proceeds will go to women's charities.
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Global apparel output saw an increase of 2.1 percent.
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Brands and retailers endorsed the Paris climate pact.
Diane von Furstenberg Salutes DVF Award Winners at the United Nations
In its seventh year, the DVF Awards honor women who champion change and empowerment throughout the world.
Christian Siriano Talks Wedding Plans, Bridal Launch, Lane Bryant Show at the United Nations
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Ladies Lunch for a Cause at U.S. Ambassador’s Residence
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Fashion 4 Development’s ModaCares Foundation Taps Caterina Occhio
See Me founder Caterina Occhio, who previously worked in development for the European Commission, aims to…
Textile Manufacturing Growth up 4.4% in Key Sourcing Regions
Manufacturing the world over may still be battling to regain momentum following the financial crisis in 2009…
GSP Plus Triggers Growth of Pakistan’s Textile and Apparel Exports to EU
To Pakistan exporters’ delight, after two months of implementation, the Generalised System of Preferences…
Japan’s MUJI to Open Eco-Friendly Dye Plant
Japanese retailer MUJI, known for their minimalist designs and recycled, logo-less household and consumer…
Strikes Cost Bangladesh $3 Billion in 15 Days
Bangladesh is in the midst of a hartal (strike) epidemic. Since December 2012, the country has been on strike…