Fashion
Roots Q2 sales climb 6.3%
Published
September 10, 2025
Canada’s Roots announced on Wednesday sales were up 6.3% to $50.8 million for the quarter ended August 2, 2025, on the back of higher direct-to-consumer sales during the three months.
The lifestyle brand said DTC sales, made up of retail store and e-commerce sales, were $41.0 million, a 12.7% increase from $36.4 million in Q2 2024, driven by strong comparable sales growth of 17.8%.
Despite the DTC gains, Partners & Other (P&O) sales, comprising of wholesale Roots branded products, licensing to select manufacturing partners and the sale of certain custom products, fell to $9.7 million in Q2 2025 down from $11.3 million in Q2 2024. The decline was due to lower wholesale sales, partially offset by continued momentum across the other lines of business within the segment.
Gross margin rose to 60.7%, up 430 basis points from last year, supported by stronger product margins and lower discounting. DTC gross margin improved to 63.2%, compared to 61.7% in Q2 2024.
Net loss narrowed to $4.4 million, or $0.11 per share, compared with a loss of $5.2 million, or $0.13 per share, in the prior year. On an adjusted basis, excluding the revaluation of share-based compensation, the loss would have been $4.0 million, a 26.8% year-over-year improvement.
“Roots delivered a strong second quarter with comparable sales up 17.8 percent, reflecting the strength of our brand and the resonance of our products with consumers,” said Meghan Roach, president and chief executive officer of Roots Corporation.
“This momentum was supported by innovative collaborations, a compelling product assortment, and our focus on creating meaningful customer experiences. As we continue to strengthen our brand and deepen engagement with our loyal community, we are focused on creating long-term value.”
For the first half of fiscal 2025, Roots reported sales of $90.7 million, up 6.5%, with DTC sales up 11.6% and comparable sales up 16.1%. Net loss for the period was $12.3 million, improving from $14.1 million last year.
Looking ahead, Roach added that “While early in the third quarter, we continue to experience positive trends during the back-to-school period.”
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Taiwan Textile Select showcases sustainable innovation at TITAS 2025
The Taiwan Textile Select at TITAS 2025, organised under the Textile Export Promotion Project (TEPP) by the Taiwan Textile Federation (TTF) and commissioned by the International Trade Administration, Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), spotlighted Taiwan’s leadership in sustainable, functional, and fashion textiles.
At TITAS, Taiwan Textile Select, under the Textile Export Promotion Project by TTF and MOEA, spotlighted 19 leading firms advancing eco-conscious, high-performance textiles.
The ‘RECODE 2050’ showcase and company presentations emphasised Taiwan’s R&D strength, sustainability leadership, and role as a global hub for next-generation textile innovation.
Aimed at positioning Taiwan as a global hub for eco-conscious sourcing, TEPP facilitates international buyer meetings, nurtures textile traders, stages fashion showcases, and promotes the industry worldwide. The Taiwan Textile Select booth’s successful debut at TITAS 2025 this month featured 19 leading companies, reflecting the nation’s robust supply chain, R&D excellence, and commitment to sustainability.
The ‘RECODE 2050’ fashion showcase illustrated the synergy between textile manufacturers and designers, translating innovative sustainable fabrics into high-fashion creations. Additionally, four key companies—Li Peng, New Wide, Wildbear Technology, and N-Star—delivered presentations on circularity, certification, and renewable material innovations.
By bridging performance and sustainability through such initiatives, TEPP continues to enhance Taiwan’s global competitiveness and strengthen its reputation as a source of next-generation textile solutions.
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RKS)
Fashion
Japan’s textile trade shows strong apparel demand, weak yarn imports
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Fashion
New Look dives into loyalty programmes for first time
Published
October 27, 2025
Womenswear retailer New Look has launched its first-ever loyalty programme, Club New Look. The company, which is one of the biggest British names in womenswear targeting the 18-44 age group, said it comes with an online 25% off Welcome Offer, exclusive weekly ‘Club Prices’, early access to sales, new launches and promotional events, and entry into exclusive members-only prize draws and competitions.
It’s the latest result of the £30 million investment the retailer announced back in the spring as it continues its digital transformation journey, supported by a £30m investment announced in April to accelerate its online and data capabilities. Over the past five years, the business has transformed its digital offer, including an upgraded website and app, a 7-million-strong social community and category-leading positions in dresses, denim, outerwear, and footwear.
The launch of the free-to-join programme follows “a successful trial and extensive customer feedback”. It’s now live across the UK and CEO Helen Connolly said it’s targeting 800,000 members by the end of the financial year.
A couple of months ago, it was reported that New Look’s owners — investment firms Alcentra and Brait — had take a step forward in their plan to sell the business and had appointed bankers to run a strategic review.
A Sky News report said the review “is expected to see the company change hands next year” and that the owners had received a number of “unsolicited approaches for the business from unidentified suitors”.
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