The stories dominated fashion headlines on Wednesday.
GU announces partnership with Rokh
Uniqlo’s sister brand GU announced a collaboration with emerging luxury brand Rokh. The 22-piece “Play in Style” themed “Mini Collection” includes carefully tailored layering pieces such as jackets, scarves, knitwear and shoes. The fall collection will be available on October 18th on the GU website and at the GU New York flagship store. {Fashionista Inbox}
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Where to watch the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show
The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show returns on October 15 after a five-year hiatus. The 2024 show will be live-streamed across the brand’s social media channels as well as Amazon Live and Prime Video. The models will also broadcast the show live from their own perspectives on their own social platforms. Viewers can purchase items as they see the looks on the runway on the Victoria’s Secret website, app and Amazon Fashion Store. {Fashionista Inbox}
Nike revenue declines as top executive changes
Nike’s revenue fell 10% in the first fiscal quarter of 2025, with direct revenue falling 13%. The news comes as the brand awaits the arrival of new chief executive Elliott Hill, who will take office on October 13. expected,” said Matthew Friend, executive vice president and chief financial officer. “A recovery of this magnitude will take time, but we are seeing early wins — from momentum in key sports to accelerating our The pace of innovation. Our team is energized as Elliott Hill returns to lead Nike’s next phase of growth.}
How port strikes will affect fashion
Ports along the Eastern and Gulf Coast are closed due to longshoremen’s strikes after the American Maritime Union and the International Longshoremen’s Union, the longshoremen’s union, failed to reach an agreement on wages. The strike began on October 1 and has caused the delay of more than 100,000 containers. Analysts estimate that with more than 50% of U.S. imports of apparel, footwear and accessories coming through Eastern and Gulf Coast ports, the entire fashion industry supply chain will suffer billions of dollars in losses. Malik Morris analyzes the potential impact of the strike fashion business. {Fashion Business/Paywall}
Bottega Veneta launches new fragrance collection
Matthieu Blazy’s first Bottega Veneta fragrance collection is now available. The Spiced Collection is inspired by the brand’s heritage in the global trading city of Venice and features historic trade goods from around the world, from the Mediterranean to Somalia and Guatemala. The fragrances are available at bottegaveneta.com and in Bottega Veneta boutiques. {Fashionista Inbox}
Coach wins CFDA Innovation Award
Coach Creative Director Stuart Vevers will accept the third annual Innovation Award from Amazon Fashion at the 2024 CFDA Fashion Awards. The award recognizes the brand’s innovative Coachtopia product line and labs, which focus on sustainability, waste reduction and circular fashion. The 2024 CFDA Awards Ceremony will be held on October 28.
Moose Knuckles and Luar Drop Capsule Collection
The Moose Knuckles collaboration with Luar originally debuted at Luar’s February 2024 fashion show and is now available on Moose Knuckles’ website and Moose Knuckles boutiques worldwide. This highly anticipated collection combines Moose Knuckles’ specialized outerwear with Luar silhouettes to create unique high-performance winter apparel. See activities below. {Fashionista Inbox}
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