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Harrods partners with charity retailer Traid on circular initiatives

Department store chain Harrods has partnered with charity retailer Traid on an initiative designed to reduce textile waste. The duo have come together on an initiative to repurpose surplus clothing and materials into “meaningful resources”, putting to use Traid’s expertise in clothing collection, sorting and reuse. As part of the partnership,...

Business

Frank & Eileen founder launches foundation to support female entrepreneurs

Audrey McLoghlin, founder and chief executive of Los Angeles-based womenswear brand Frank & Eileen, has announced the launch of a foundation dedicated to creating more women entrepreneurs by investing in entrepreneurship education. The Frank & Eileen Foundation launches with an initial 1 million US dollar gift from the 100 percent woman-owned, B...

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New Year Honours 2026: Scamp & Dude founder awarded OBE

Jo Tutchener Sharp, the founder of Scamp & Dude, has been awarded an OBE as part of the King’s 2026 New Year Honours, recognising her services to fashion and charity. Sharp, who also serves as the brand’s chief executive officer, expressed her excitement over the honour on LinkedIn, where she dedicated the recognition to the Scamp & Dude team,...

Fashion

Vogue launches year-long social initiative alongside Ebay and Nike

British Vogue has launched a new editorial and social initiative alongside Ebay and Nike that hopes to delve into fashion through a cultural lens, exploring its impact on transformation and inclusion across workplaces and communities. Dubbed ‘Vogue Values’, the year-long project aims to spotlight four topics–sustainability, women’s health,...

Fashion

Dress the Population partners with Project Prom, donating 100 prom dresses for students

Luxury occasion wear brand Dress The Population has partnered with Project Prom for its 13th season. Dress The Population, known for its tagline ‘A Dress for Every Occasion,’ has donated 100 prom dresses to the cause, which will be helping over 350 high school students from under-resourced communities in New York City find their dream prom...

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The Virgil Abloh Foundation names its first executive director

The Virgil Abloh Foundation, established by Shannon Abloh and family to continue the legacy of her late husband and designer Virgil Abloh, has appointed Dana Loatman as its inaugural executive director to advance the charitable organisation and increase exposure, access, and opportunities for young, underrepresented creatives. Chicago-born...

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Fashion

Vivobarefoot partners with charity Earthed for limited-edition boot

Vivobarefoot has partnered with charity Earthed to create a limited edition Earthed Magna Lite Boot, with 100 percent of the profits going to The Earthed Action Fund, supporting projects that help restore nature across the world. The minimalist, barefoot footwear and lifestyle brand worked with Earthed to develop an exclusive drop of the...

Fashion

Jil Sander launches charity T-shirt to support children in need

Milan-based fashion label Jil Sander has announced a partnership with the OTB Foundation, the non-profit organisation of the OTB Group, to support youth projects around the world. The limited-edition T-shirt, which features a heart motif and “for the children of the world” message on the back and Jil Sander branding on the front, will raise...

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Lucy & Yak launches charity collection to challenge Black Friday

Independent socially and environmentally conscious lifestyle brand Lucy & Yak is launching a limited-edition collection with long-time charity partner Fior Di Loto Foundation as part of its ongoing effort to challenge Black Friday. From November 25, the brand will offer a six-piece collection, including dungarees, trousers, tees, and bags,...

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Naomi Campbell banned from overseeing charities

British supermodel Naomi Campbell (54) is no longer allowed to head any charitable organisation in England and Wales for five years. This was decided by the British authority Charity Commission after an inspection of Campbell's fundraising organisation Fashion for Relief. Campbell and two other former board members were accused of misconduct and...

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Retail

Charity retailers deserve support amid price criticism, says Chief Executive of Traid

In recent weeks, charity retail has faced criticism for allegedly overcharging customers with inflated prices. This narrative overlooks the crucial role that charity shops play and misrepresents the sector, which has a long history of supporting vital causes. Maria Chenoweth, Chief Executive of charity retailer Traid, published a thought piece...

Fashion

Uniqlo launches charity t-shirt collection with UNHCR

Japanese fashion retailer Uniqlo has launched a charity t-shirt collection that features unique designs from the 2023 Youth with Refugees Art Contest. Organized with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, the art contest was established in 2020 to provide young people (aged 30 and under) with the opportunity to share their artistic talents. Joining...