Fashion Frenzy 2025: Are Skims & Shein About to Rock the Market with Explosive IPOs?

Brace yourself for a whirlwind of high-stakes fashion drama as 2024 ended with jaw-dropping dealmaking extravaganzas! Richard Baker snagged Neiman Marcus Group just before Christmas, and the Nordstrom family raced to take Nordstrom Inc. private. Meanwhile, the kings of intellectual property, WHP Global, clinched a deal with Vera Wang, and Marquee Brands swooped in to snatch up Laura Ashley.

The fashion world was buzzing after a sluggish spell, with predictions hinting at a mergers and acquisitions shakeup as we enter 2025. According to PwC, shaky times didn’t scare off savvy dealmakers, who kept playing their cards right and searching for big wins despite the slowdown.

Hold on tight! The rollercoaster of corporate strategy continues, with companies leveraging divestitures and recalibrating portfolios to counter new tariff challenges and protect precious supply chains.

Before the U.S. election, everyone was on edge, wondering if regulators would rain on the big deal parade. But with Donald Trump back in the presidency, some believe the road may clear for more green lights on massive deals. Hang tight because private equity firms are ready for action if the stars align and the economic skies remain calm.

Aged investments, especially in food, beverage, and personal products sectors, might just see some liquidity action soon! And wait, what’s that on the horizon? Golden Goose is a stellar example of the hot trends. After Permira scooped up the luxury sneaker sensation in 2020, they contemplated an IPO last June but backed off at the last minute as European stock markets quaked. Is another round of fireworks in the works?

Fashion giants like Tory Burch and Corneliani have been backed by big guns like General Atlantic and Investcorp Holdings for years, while others like Capri Holdings are maneuvering with Barclays to strategically realign powerhouses Versace and Jimmy Choo after a failed Tapestry deal.

Cue the spotlight on headliners like Kim Kardashian’s red-hot Skims, teeing up for a sensational IPO. And what about the ultrafast, ultra-mystical shopping titan Shein? They’ve been dreaming of a mega IPO, but lawmakers are wary of its Chinese roots. Could a London debut be their ticket to market glory?

Keep your eyes peeled and your popcorn ready—2025 might just be the year Skims, Shein, and other fashion trailblazers change the game! Want to stay on top of the fashion frenzy? Dive deeper into the unfolding drama: Golden Goose, What to watch.