Industry News – August 15th, 2016

Curated fashion industry news links for Monday, August 15th, 2016…

MICHAEL KORS HAS A ‘BASIC’ IMAGE PROBLEM THAT’S KILLING SALES – Business Insider
“Michael Kors has a problem.”

ADIDAS AND UNDER ARMOUR ARE EVISCERATING NIKE DURING THE OLYMPICS – Business Insider
“As far as stages go, there are none bigger for branding and product placement than the summer Olympics.”

UNDER ARMOUR UNVEILS NEW UAS SPORTSWEAR LINE – FashionMag
“Under Armour this week unveiled the first Under Armour Sportswear collection by Executive Creative Director Tim Coppens.”

TOMS AND PRABAL GURUNG TEAM ON FOOTWEAR TO SUPPORT NEPAL – FashionMag
“Prabal Gurung and Toms footwear have collaborated on a four piece footwear collection to increase awareness about and support Nepal, Gurung’s birthplace.”

ORIGINAL PENGUIN LAUNCHES NEW 3D CAPSULE COLLECTION – FashionMag
“Original Penguin launched this month a new capsule collection of apparel, swimwear and accessories featuring 3D prints.”

CAMUTO GROUP TAKES MAJORITY STAKE IN SOLE SOCIETY – Footwear News
“Camuto Group has landed its first digital acquisition.”

ZAYN MALIK COLLABORATING WITH GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI – FASHIONUNITED
“Zayn Malik has become increasingly popular among the fashion crowd. Look no further than his appearance at the 2016 Met Gala. Anna Wintour doesn’t just let anyone on that guest list.”