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July 25, 2022
Coco Gauff Becomes Only Active Women’s Tennis Player with Signature Shoe
Coco Gauff will be the only active women’s tennis player with her own sneaker. Gauff had a huge hand in the development of the shoe’s technology, which is one of the first retail-accessible tennis shoes that have a carbon fiber plate, dubbed Energy Arc technology. JWS
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July 25, 2022
Vans Skateboarding Presents Lizzie Armanto’s Latest Head-to-toe Collection
This season, Vans delivers the latest update to its newest Skate silhouette, The Lizzie, supported by a head-to-toe all-gender apparel offering created in collaboration with Vans team rider and Olympic skateboarder Lizzie Armanto. Shop Eat Surf
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July 14, 2022
Lululemon Is Debuting Another ‘Female-First’ Training Sneaker This Month
Lululemon is rolling out the next silhouette in its new collection of footwear, designed for women first. The Vancouver, British Columbia-based athleisure brand will launch its second sneaker style on July 26: the Lululemon Chargefeel, a versatile training shoe. The sneaker includes a dual-density foam layering system, which allows for...
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July 12, 2022
Beyoncé’s Ivy Park and Adidas drop new collection
The latest collaboration from Adidas and Beyoncé’s Ivy Park clothing line, titled “Ivytopia,” was created to reflect the emergence from a period of isolation, the company said. The collection, which debuts July 21, features inclusive and gender-neutral sizing in fashion styles, performance gear, shoes and accessories. It will be available...
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July 6, 2022
Finally, Women’s Running Shoes Are Being Made for Women’s Feet
With so many women on the roads, tracks, and trails, female athletes no longer want to compromise on footwear, forcing their feet into running shoes designed for the geometry of a different gender’s foot, then simply sized down to accommodate their own feet. And with more female designers working for...
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July 6, 2022
This New E-comm Site Wants to Be the Go-to Retailer for Outdoorsy Moms
Athletes who are mothers often experience the extra pressures and time constraints of planning adventures not just for themselves but for every member of their household. The debut of a new online marketplace might have just made that burden a little easier. Created by two surf and ski loving moms,...
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July 6, 2022
lululemon Lunges Into Outdoor Apparel With ‘Convertible’ Hiking Kits
While lululemon has been making clothing for “sweaty pursuits” since 1998, it has never offered hiking-specific products — until now. The company debuted its Hike collection on July 5, launching 33 pieces of gear for both men and women. Its new brand category offers clothing that’s water-resistant, packable, and convertible,...
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July 5, 2022
Lululemon Sets Sights on Spain as It Continues to Expand Internationally
Lululemon is moving into Spain, its first new market in Europe since 2019. According to the Canadian athletic company, it plans to open two new stores in the country as well as a local e-commerce site as part of its “Power of Three ×2” growth plan, which includes a quadrupling...
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July 4, 2022
Lululemon and 7 Other Brands That Will Pay for Your Used Clothes
With the recent push for more sustainable clothing options, several brands have created programs that allow customers to trade in old items for either cash or store credit. In fact, giving a second life to your old clothes can be a great (and fun way) to make extra money or...
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June 30, 2022
New Balance Has a Pair of Foam Clogs Dropping Soon
According to the brand, the New Balance Clog is constructed of an integrated EVA foam that’s water-resistant while the large holes on the upper and sides of the silhouette provide ventilation. New Balance branding appears on the heel counter along with a larger ‘N’ logo appearing on the midfoot. FN
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June 21, 2022
Venus Williams Teams Up With Stich Fix For Limited Clothing Collection
67% of US women reportedly experience anxiety when exercising in front of others—often caused by worrisome thoughts about what others think about their physique. Venus Williams recently partnered with Stitch Fix to produce a collection of athletic apparel designed to help boost women’s confidence while working out. The collection will be under...
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June 15, 2022
California Authorities Seize Over $200,000 Worth of Stolen Lululemon Merchandise
California authorities on June 6 recovered a major shipment of stolen Lululemon merchandise, according to an announcement from the California Highway Patrol. California Highway Patrol investigators in the Border Division’s Organized Retail Crime Taskforce seized 1,861 stolen items with a retail value of $203,688 in an apartment in La Habra,...
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June 12, 2022
Lululemon Unveils Workout Hijabs
The head coverings are worn by some Muslim women in public. As a result, Lululemon said its design team consulted with “hijab wearers across the brand’s global collective” to create the assortment, which includes lightweight and moisture-wicking fabrics that “offer adjustable fits and distraction-free features to support guests during their...
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June 6, 2022
Athleta sues Danish company over ‘Athlecia’ activewear brand
A Danish company's "Athlecia" brand of women's sportswear violates the trademark rights of Gap Inc's Athleta, according to a lawsuit filed in San Francisco federal court. Athlecia's similar name and logo are likely to cause consumer confusion with Athleta's women's activewear, the company said in its lawsuit filed Wednesday against...
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June 4, 2022
Best Sports Bras for Running of 2022
Anyone who has gone bra shopping can attest to the fact that finding a bra for everyday wear is frustrating on its own, but finding the right sports bra for running can take that experience to a whole other level. IRunFar
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June 3, 2022
Lululemon’s Footwear Launch ‘Far Exceeded’ Expectations and Outweighed Supply
Lululemon just reported better-than expected results for the first quarter, in part driven by the brand’s successful launch into new categories like footwear, golf and tennis. The Vancouver, British Columbia-based athleisure brand reported that first quarter net revenues increased 32% to $1.6 billion versus an expected $1.53 billion. In North America,...
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June 2, 2022
Under Armour to Launch First Female-specific Running Shoe
Under Armour is accelerating its efforts to attract the female athlete. Lisa Collier, chief product officer for Under Armour, explained that traditional women’s running shoes are created from a men’s last, just made smaller to fit the female foot. That means they often lack the flexibility, fit, and arch support...
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June 1, 2022
How Nike Is Using Robots, 3D Scans & Innovative Tech to Create More Inclusive Sports Bra Designs
Nike’s messaging impacts both legging and bra offerings, which will have the consumer prioritize choosing a style they love first and then working to tailor support, size, color and other accompanying features. The brand shared insights and a look into its future on May 17 at its “Nike Future 50...
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May 23, 2022
Lindsey Vonn Reveals Head Legacy 2022-2023 Collection and Collab
Vonn is in her fourth year in partnership with the sports apparel and equipment company for its Legacy line of upscale women’s winter sportswear, though the brand has been supplying the athlete with hard goods (skis, boots, bindings, poles, etc.) since 2009; Vonn won her first Olympic medal using gear...
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May 12, 2022
Fabletics Teams Up with Universal Tennis to Bring Performance and Style to the Court
Fabletics announced a new collaboration with Universal Tennis, which aims to connect players globally through level-based play, to transform tennis apparel with exclusive courtside styles. Created in partnership between Fabletics designers and Universal Tennis athletic experts, the co-branded apparel serves aces with both women’s and men’s pieces built for every type...
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May 11, 2022
Brooks Taps Queer Artist Lisa Congdon to Design Its Latest ‘Run Proud’ Apparel Collection
Brooks releases a “Run Proud” collection every spring, which celebrities the LGBTQ+ community and Pride Month. This year, the beloved running brand has teamed up with queer artist and illustrator Lisa Congdon on a collaborative range. The “Run Proud” collection for 2022 features several limited-edition apparel selections adorned with bright and playful designs...
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May 10, 2022
Here’s How Lululemon Plans to Double Revenue by 2026
During a recent analyst day presentation, Lululemon revealed its five-year financial outlook, in which management officially set a target to double annual sales by fiscal 2026. At first, this forecast might seem like a lofty goal, but I believe that it is completely doable. Fool
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May 9, 2022
With Athletic Apparel and Footwear in Disarray, Puma Pounces With Push For Women
With shares of Nike, Adidas, Under Armour and Lululemon all down 30% to 50% in the past six months, the opportunity for old brands to connect with new customers in new ways is immense. Players like Puma, for example, are looking to pounce by introducing new faces and athletes via...
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May 3, 2022
As More Women Golf, TravisMathew Unveils Activewear Line
Callaway’s TravisMathew brand is well-known for its men’s clothing and golf apparel, but on Tuesday the company unveiled something new: a women’s line. TravisMathew was acquired by Callaway in 2017 for $125.5 million, and before Tuesday, counted around 30% of its customer base as women buying products for men — and...
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April 29, 2022
Walmart unveils activewear line with fashion and fitness couple Michelle Smith and Stacey Griffith
Walmart is unveiling an elevated activewear and swim brand, Love & Sports, created with fashion designer Michelle Smith and SoulCycle instructor Stacey Griffith. The fashion-forward clothing collection is another sign of the retailer’s efforts to shake up its reputation and become known as a place where shoppers can find stylish...