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A collection of Glamorise bras shown on the brand’s website. Sales at Wacoal International Corp. (U.S.), the Americas division of Japan-based Wacoal Holdings Corp., in the three months ending June 30, rose 34.3%. Revenue was lofted by the addition of sales from Glamorise, the brand it acquired early in the period. Meanwhile “business profit” for the division as a whole fell 12.2%. Sales for the division in total were 8,900 million yen (about $55.9 million at current exchange

Currently on the Cacique website, left, the Curve Icon Lace Unlined Balconette Bra ($35.50) and right, the Curve Icon Max Boost Plunge Bra ($35.50). Lane Bryant’s Cacique Intimates, has just launched Curve Icon, a new bra and panty collection that offers “sexy vibes” but, “without compromising comfort.” The plus-size retailer emphasizes the line provides “lift & coverage that shows just the right amount of décolleté in gorgeous jewel tones and fall-forward florals.” Heather N

New on the Honey Birdette website, the orange Whitney Spritz Bra ($145), Garter Belt ($115), Thong ($90) and Hot Orange Sheer Stay Up Stockings ($35). Right, the Kukuro Ocean Bra ($155), Garter Belt ($130), Panty ($115) and Cuffs ($130). Honey Birdette second quarter sales rose 18.2% to $19.5 million, up from $16.5 million in Q2 2025. “The increase was driven by stronger than expected growth both online and in stores, with higher gross margins,” which jumped to 65.1%. Parent

Dippin’ Daisy’s Seashore Montauk bikini; and Hatsune Miku Lace Bunny Ears Hoodie, currently on the Hot Topic web store. Spencer Spirit Holdings (SSH) has signed a definitive agreement to buy Hot Topic, Inc. and the related brands, BoxLunch, and Her Universe, from Sycamore Partners. After the acquisition SSH will operate “more than 3,000 stores across North America.” Currently Hot Topic (founded in 1989) operates over 615 stores in the U.S. and Canada; BoxLunch (launched in 20