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Pride Month 2022: 15 brands giving back to the LGBTQ+ community

Thursday, June 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Through the years, more and more brands have not only found ways to celebrate Pride Month, but to also give back in big, beautiful ways. This year is no different, and retailers have continued to elevate their campaigns, release captivating capsule collections... Read More.

Environmentally friendly food brands to add to your pantry year-round

Wednesday, April 13 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- From snacks and condiments to drinks, more consumer product goods have leaned into environmentally responsible practices. As food businesses continue to adapt to the times, it's easier than ever for shoppers to support brands with products that taste great and help... Read More.

Lululemon unveils brand’s first shoe line

Wednesday, March 9 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- Lululemon is taking a walk into the footwear industry by launching the brand's first shoes. The athletic brand announced Tuesday that it will be releasing four different women's shoes beginning on March 22. View this post on Instagram

How sustainable is it to rent clothing? Experts and top brands weigh in

Friday, July 23 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- With landfills receiving millions of tons of textile waste each year -- and growing -- the environmental impact of clothing has become the fashion industry's dirty little secret. Today, more people are paying attention to this worsening issue and have zeroed in... Read More.

Hidden ways big brands are making you pay at the grocery store

Thursday, July 8 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- You may have noticed that prices for some goods at the grocery store are going up. But now, there’s another type of inflation that consumers should be on the lookout for -- it’s called “shrinkflation.” The term has be coined by experts... Read More.

Twenty-seven brands supporting LGBTQ pride in style

Tuesday, June 1 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- While the global coronavirus pandemic may have put a damper on many annual Pride festivities across the world in 2020, this year is already looking to be better and brighter. Whether you are heading out for festivities or planning to celebrate in... Read More.

Seventeen brands supporting LGBTQ pride in style

Monday, May 24 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- While the global coronavirus pandemic may have put a damper on many annual Pride festivities across the world in 2020, this year is already looking to be better and brighter. Whether you are heading out for festivities or planning to celebrate in... Read More.

Fifteen AAPI-owned style brands to support

Monday, May 17 by ABC News

(NEW YORK) -- It's Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and one way to give back during this celebratory time is by supporting businesses owned by cultures that make up the Asian community. Following many anti-Asian attacks that have taken place this year, now... Read More.

How beauty and fashion brands are celebrating women all month long

Friday, March 12 by ABC News

By JACQUELINE LAUREAN YATES, ABC News(NEW YORK) -- March is Women's History Month, and while many companies aim to celebrate women 365 days a year, this month always feels extra special.A wide variety of fashion and beauty brands... Read More.

Five women-led food brands you should have in your kitchen

Wednesday, March 10 by ABC News

By KELLY MCCARTHY, ABC News (NEW YORK) -- It shouldn't take a day on the calendar to support women-helmed businesses, but what better time than Women's History Month to highlight a handful of boss babes who are setting a unique spot at the... Read More.