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These are the stories making headlines in fashion on Friday.
Birkenstock wins copyright case
Birkenstock said it won a Dutch court ruling in a copyright case against shoe retailer Scapino. The District Court of Midden-Nederland in Utrecht in the Netherlands has issued an injunction barring the Dutch company from selling what Birkenstock said are unauthorized copies of its Arizona, Madric and Florida sandal styles. Birkenstock also said the decision is not final and can still be appealed. {WWD/paywalled}
Culted launches CultedXO
Photo: Courtesy of CultedXO
Photo: Courtesy of CultedXO
Culted is launching CultedXO, a digital community platform specifically designed for Gen Z women. CultedXO aims to address a critical gap in the market by creating a space for peer support, mentorship and conversation among female creatives. CultedXO is also launching with a digital cover starring and creative directed by musician JT. {Fashionista inbox}
Under Armour parts ways with Steph Curry
Under Armour and Stephen Curry have parted ways. Curry, who signed with the brand in 2013 after his Nike contract expired, created the “Curry Brand” within Under Armour in 2020. The brand will become independent of Under Armour following the split. Under Armour said it had expanded its restructuring plans and intends to incur an additional $95 million in charges that includes the Curry split. {Business of Fashion/paywalled}
Patagonia CEO talks sustainability efforts
Outerwear brand Patagonia has played a central role in modeling the idea that businesses can balance profit and purpose. On Thursday, Patagonia published a progress report chronicling its sustainability efforts to date and its impact. While Patagonia’s investments have helped protect millions of acres of land, it’s had more limited success delivering on efforts to curb its own impact, with strides forward tempered by tough structural hurdles. {Business of Fashion/paywalled}
Hermès names new head of perfume and beauty
Anne-Sarah Panhard has been named the new managing director of Hermès Perfumes and Beauty. She joined the house in 2011, and has held the role of managing director of Hermès Maison since 2018. Panhard began in the beauty role on Nov. 1. {WWD/paywalled}
Is boxing fashion’s next sport obsession?
Sports and fashion have recently grown increasingly intertwined, and now more fashion brands are seeing an opportunity in boxing. Those that play a dominant role in outfitting players, namely Everlast, want to become a sort of broker between boxers and high-end fashion brands partnering on highly visible moments, Andrea Bossi writes for Vogue Business. Promoters are also gaining awareness and working fashion partnerships into how they believe will boost the talent on their roster. {Vogue Business/paywalled}
Source: Fashionista.com
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