Clariant has completed its transition to a fully per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS)-free additive portfolio as of December 2023, reaffirming its commitment to more sustainable and customer-focused innovation. As the world looks toward stricter regulations on PFAS substances, Clariant’s proactive measures demonstrate both foresight and a deep dedication to fostering safer, more responsible solutions for...
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Assos of Switzerland sues UK’s ASOS – report
Published November 13, 2024 Swiss premium cycling brand Assos is suing fashion e-tail giant ASOS in the UK courts, a news report claimed on Wednesday. Business newspaper City AM said the Swiss firm “filed a… claim last Friday to the English High Court, with Asos Plc, Asos.com and Asos France named as defendants”. Assos of...
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Clothing recycling system to be introduced in Switzerland
New association wants to introduce a clothing recycling system in Switzerland Keystone-SDA Listen to the article Listening the article Toggle language selector English (US) English (British) Generated with artificial intelligence. Seven companies from the textile and clothing industry founded the Fabric Loop association in Switzerland on Tuesday. This association aims to boost the circular economy...
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Assos of Switzerland takes legal action against retailer ASOS, again
Swiss cycling clothing manufacturer, Assos, has filed legal action against British fast-fashion eCommerce retailer, ASOS PLC, for the second time in a decade. The reason for the latest claim, which was first reported by City AM on Tuesday morning, is unconfirmed, however, a court filing seen by Cyclingnews outlines a Part 7 Claim – essentially...
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Cycling brand ASSOS of Switzerland hits Asos with legal action
Cycling brand ASSOS of Switzerland hits Asos with legal action Premium cycling brand ASSOS of Switzerland has launched legal action in a British court against UK fast-fashion giant Asos, City AM can reveal. The Swiss brand, which has the phrase ‘equipment not clothing’ for its website when searched online, filed a breach of contact claim...
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Watches of Switzerland upgrades and expands Oxford Street store
Published November 6, 2024 As London’s Oxford Street continues its regeneration, the key retail destination has been given a further endorsement with Watches of Switzerland upgrading and expanding its store there. Part of the luxury watch retailer’s extensive expansion and enhancements programme, the showroom’s refurbishment brings “brand enhancements that all complement the existing Rolex area”....
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How Fashion Houses and Jewelers Are Giving Swiss Watchmakers a Run for Their Money
Perched on a couch last April in a private room inside Chanel’s sprawling space at Watches & Wonders, Frédéric Grangié and Arnaud Chastaingt appear positively serene. Outside, the world’s largest watch fair buzzes with energy as press, retailers, and VIP clients gather for a first-hand glimpse of the latest from a wide swath of brands,...
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The price difference shows how shameless the stores are
The Swedish clothing store Arket covers up its euro prices in Swiss stores. blue News The Arket clothing store hides its lower euro prices. A study shows that Swiss customers pay up to 60 percent more for the same items of clothing. Experts criticize this pricing policy. No time? blue News summarizes for you The...
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Inside US woman’s Sarco suicide pod death – from clothing question to her final words… as it’s claimed ‘body was found with strangulation marks’
The final moments of the first person to use the Sarco suicide pod have been revealed – amid claims she was found by police in a Swiss woodland with strangulation marks on her neck. The 64-year-old American woman died from hypoxia inside the capsule set up in Merishausen, northern Switzerland, after pushing a button that injects...
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Marco Bicego teams up with Watches of Switzerland Group to expand in UK
Translated by Nicola Mira Published October 29, 2024 Italian fine jewellery brand Marco Bicego is aiming to strengthen its market position in the UK through an alliance with Watches of Switzerland Group, the UK’s largest retailer of luxury and high-end watches. A Mappin & Webb store Marco Bicego will be available in 10 Mappin &...
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Zendaya Supports Tom Holland’s New Company Bero While Wearing On’s Roger Federer Sneakers
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Footwear News may receive an affiliate commission. Zendaya was on the move in New York City on Oct. 24 in a streetwear look that showed her love for On and her boyfriend Tom Holland. Zendaya in New York City on...
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Gatemore Seeks Watches of Switzerland Buyback, US Listing
Gatemore Capital Management has taken a position in Watches of Switzerland Group Plc and is asking the retailer of luxury timepieces to pursue an aggressive share buyback and consider listing in the US. The activist investment firm disclosed its stake in London-listed Watches of Switzerland on Tuesday. Gatemore managing partner Liad Meidar said at the...