The hazards of ignorance in cotton supply chains
With the recent decision by the US to block a shipment of goods from Fast Retailing's Uniqlo brand over concerns its…
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Leonie Barrie
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Leonie’s leaving – a farewell from the editor
All good things must come to an end, and it’s with genuinely mixed emotions that I’m leaving Just Style after…
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New sourcing service builds sustainable cotton supply chain
A new business has been set up to connect manufacturers and brands with an end-to-end responsible cotton management system. Based…
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Withdrawal of UK Covid-19 support measures – what next?
As Covid-19 restrictions in England continue to ease, the range of the Government's Covid-19 support measures to help businesses survive…
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New ‘Made in USA’ labelling rule to tackle false claims
The rule requires marketers making ‘Made in USA’ claims on labels to be able to prove that their products are…
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Digital tools help brands align strategy and sustainability
While fashion trends have always progressed from season to season, recent occurrences – from multiple supply chain interruptions to effects…
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Simple changes can boost buyer sustainability performance
Supplier insights from Better Buying's latest research reveal that some of the most impactful measures are low cost, and require…
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Better Buying gears up for key analysis of pandemic purchasing practices
The upcoming 2021 Index Report from Better Buying will provide a first look at how brand and retailer purchasing practices…
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When does supplier transparency really benefit apparel brands?
A growing number of apparel companies are publishing their supplier lists, and there's increasing activist pressure on others to do…
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Digital colour management in the age of online retail
Digital colour management solutions help apparel brands streamline the production process by reducing time, cost and waste, without sacrificing quality,…