Apparel

Nike reported disappointing earnings, weakening the outlook for clothing sales — which have a lot to do with the year-end shopping season.

Diverting textiles from landfills is more difficult and more expensive than doing so for paper and glass. A group of formerly incarcerated workers is paving the way.

"Ivy was a huge clothing phenomenon in the mid-20th century," said Avery Trufelman, host of the podcast "Articles of Interest." "And over time, it evolved into what was in the '70s and '80s called 'preppy style,' and what I argue now almost has no name at all."

Retailers are emerging from a tough period. Embracing inclusive sizes at the same price is one way to reach more women.

The apparel maker was recently valued at $100 billion, more than competitors Zara and H&M combined.

The law will guarantee an hourly wage for workers, but higher labor costs will put pressure on many small factories.

With clothing sales way down, there are not a lot of good options.

Sales at clothing retailers dropped by 50% in March.

Clothes are stranded in stores during a normally popular time for shopping.

Most apparel companies aren’t in a state of emergency ... yet.