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What happened to vs. PINK? ›

Victoria's Secret Plans to Relaunch Brand

Pink was originally introduced in 2002 as a Victoria's Secret brand that targets tweens and teens. The brand experienced a down quarter in 2023, but Waters knew that Pink needed to get overhauled back in November 2022, according to Retail Dive.

Pink (stylized PINK) is a lingerie and apparel line by Victoria's Secret, a former subsidiary of L Brands, targeting younger women than their main line. The target demographic skews younger from teenage girls (13-18) to young adult women through their mid-twenties (18-25).

A PINK bra's band fits just like the band of any Victoria's Secret bra. The difference between our PINK bras and Victoria's Secret bras is in the cup coverage: you can expect a flirtier, more revealing cut from PINK.

Two pigments, in particular, play a significant role in creating those captivating shades of pink: anthocyanins and betalains. Anthocyanins: Are water soluble pigments that are responsible for the red, purple, and blue colors in plants. In the presence of varying pH levels, anthocyanins can manifest as shades of pink.

With revenue on the line, Victoria's Secret decided it was time to pivot. Though that doesn't necessarily mean shifting away from inclusivity. “Our focus on inclusion and expanding our definition of sexy are not tactics or a temporary position,” said the VS spokesperson.

In July 2021, a video went viral capturing a heated exchange between two shoppers at a Victoria's Secret store in New Jersey. The incident, dubbed the "Victoria's Secret Karen" lawsuit, ignited discussions about social media portrayals, racial bias, and the complexities of legal battles.

VS&Co is comprised of market leading brands, Victoria's Secret and Victoria's Secret PINK, that share a common purpose of supporting women in all they do, and Adore Me, a technology-led, digital-first innovative intimates brand serving women of all sizes and budgets at all phases of life.

In 2002, Victoria's Secret announced the launch of PINK, a brand that was aimed to teenagers and young women.

Victoria's Secret was founded in 1977 by American businessman Roy Raymond. Inspired by an uncomfortable trip to a department store to buy underwear for his wife, Raymond set out to create a place where men would feel comfortable shopping for lingerie.

Pink residue is generally not a problem with water quality. A pink discoloration may be a result of iron but would not be isolated to only one toilet, one fixture or one room. In most cases a pink residue is likely a result of airborne bacteria which produce a pinkish or dark gray film on moist surfaces.

Why is toilet water pink? ›

The pink colour is due to a pigment secreted by a species of bacteria known as Serratia marcescens, found naturally in soil, air and water. They can cause infections, but that generally happens in hospitals and affects people with compromised immune systems.

Many experts agree that the bacteria that causes these pink stains is most likely Serratia marcescens, a bacteria which is found naturally in soil, food, and in animals. Serratia, which produce a characteristic red pigment, thrive on moisture, dust, and phosphates and need almost nothing to survive.

Victoria's Secret said Wednesday that its once-celebrated fashion show will return after the retailer canceled it in 2019 due to poor ratings and a slew of controversies.

2021–present

Wexner's parent company, L Brands spun Victoria's Secret off to become an independent business (trading on the NYSE as VSCO) on August 3, 2021. Following this brand positioning, Victoria's Secret reported sales increase in all three completed quarters of 2021.

In the summer of 2021, L Brands spun off Victoria's Secret and other holdings, renaming itself Bath & Body Works.