Navigating the USEC Port Strike: Prepare Your Supply Chain
The recent tentative agreement between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) has brought temporary relief to the USEC port strike—but the story isn’t over yet. With key issues still up for negotiation in January 2025, the risk of future disruptions remains high.
Is your business prepared?
Learn how to safeguard your supply chain, build inventory, and explore alternative shipping strategies to avoid delays and keep operations running smoothly through the uncertainties.
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Looking to buy secondhand loads? Bank & Vogue is here to assist you in managing your secondhand inventory during these uncertain times.
The Legal Side of Secondhand Goods: Essential Insights for Wholesalers
Navigating the world of secondhand goods can be rewarding—but it’s not without its legal challenges. From consumer protection laws to intellectual property considerations and import/export regulations, understanding the legal landscape is key to keeping your business compliant and thriving.
Want to ensure your operations stay on the right side of the law?
Our featured blog breaks down everything wholesalers need to know, offering practical tips to help you navigate this complex industry.
Explore the Legal Side of Secondhand Goods
California’s New Law: What It Means for Your Closet and the Fashion Industry
California is making waves in the fight against textile waste with a groundbreaking new law requiring fashion companies to take back old clothes—for free. This legislation aims to reduce waste and promote circularity, making it easier than ever for consumers to recycle their used garments.
Listen to Our Co-Founder Steven Bethell on The Circular Economy Show
In the latest episode of The Circular Economy Show, host Pippa Shawley dives into the power of collaboration for scaling circular product design. Joining her are Megan Dawson-Elli, Product Sustainability Manager at Tapestry, and our very own Steven Bethell, Co-founder of Bank & Vogue.
Together, they share insights into the groundbreaking partnership that led to the creation of Coach’s sellout Soho bag—a collaboration with Beyond Retro and BVH that has set a new standard for sustainable fashion. This partnership exemplifies how creativity and teamwork can scale circularity in the industry, turning recycled materials into sought-after designs.
Get inspired by the behind-the-scenes stories of innovative circular design, and discover how strategic partnerships can reshape the future of fashion.
