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Credits: Vinted Go. In late April, Vinted Group quietly launched its investment company, Vinted Ventures. This new organisation, managed by the leader in second-hand fashion in Europe, is dedicated to supporting resale start-ups. “Through Vinted Ventures, we support ambitious founders whose products and services provide concrete solutions, and who are ready to define the next stage of how people buy, sell and value what they own,” said Milda Jasaitė, senior director of corporate […]

Credits: Chloé Introducing Chloé à la Plage, the first high summer collection by Chemena Kamali, featuring icon and friend of the house, Claudia Schiffer, photographed by David Sims. Chloé à la Plage takes its name from the lyrical films of French New Wave director Eric Rohmer and their idyllic sun-drenched locations in the South of France. It’s an homage to Rohmer’s cinematic aesthetic and his devotion to sensual naturalism, desire, and love. It explores our sensory pleasures, […]

From left to right: Thibault Villet, Paolo Zullo and Joshua Chen take on new roles in the international business of Tory Burch Images: Tory Burch The US fashion company Tory Burch LLC has reorganised its leadership team for international business. Thibault Villet now heads the team, having been promoted to president, international director for APAC, Japan and EUME. Villet joined Tory Burch at the end of 2020 as president of APAC, heading operations in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2023, his […]

Credits: Finnegan Godenschweger The talk format ‘METAMORPHOSIS – dialogues about change’ powered by eBay will return for its third edition during the upcoming Berlin Fashion Week in July 2025. Organised by Fashion Council Germany (FCG) in partnership with eBay Germany, the event will take place from June 30 to July 3, 2025. For of four days, a diverse series of talks with national and international industry experts will focus on the core themes of circularity and creativity. Entering […]

Image of British and Indian flags Credits: AI generated The UK and India have agreed a multibillion-pound trade deal, which will reduce tariffs on clothes, footwear, and food products, to mark the biggest bilateral trade deal the UK has done since leaving the European Union. In a statement, the UK government called the deal a “huge economic win” for the UK, which it adds will “deliver for working people and British businesses” as British shoppers could see cheaper prices and more […]

Keen campaign Credits: Keen US footwear brand Keen, known for its outdoor shoes, has stated it will not implement any tariff-related price increases for the remainder of 2025. In a statement, the family-owned company said that in these unprecedented times, it has been “monitoring the landscape and listening to its partners, fans, and community,” and is dedicating itself to “lessening the impact in the areas it can control”. Rory Fuerst, founder and chief executive of Keen, wrote in an […]

Pinterest Visual Search Credits: Pinterest Pinterest is making a calculated play to shift how consumers discover and shop for fashion online, leaning into its visual-first heritage with an upgraded suite of image-based search tools. The platform’s latest product update, now live in key markets including the US, UK and Canada, positions it less as a social media outlet and more as a personalised discovery engine for fashion commerce. For an industry long dependent on keyword-based […]

In Pictures Von Dutch Loves campaign imagery Credits: Von Dutch Loves Fashion brand Von Dutch, owned by WSG (White Space Group), is introducing a new brand, ‘Von Dutch Loves’, focused on music, nightlife, and underground culture. Von Dutch Loves has been created to “evolve the legacy of the brand beyond fashion and into music,” and will celebrate music alongside the core Von Dutch brand through exclusive drops, festival partnerships, artist collaborations, and community-driven […]

Rendering of Tala store front on Carnaby Street, London Credits: Tala British activewear brand Tala, founded by influencer Grace Beverley, has confirmed that its debut retail store will open on May 24 on Carnaby Street in London. The 2,000-square-foot, double-fronted store will span two levels to showcase Tala’s complete activewear collections under one roof for the first time. The design of the store is being described as “contemporary” with “bold, brand-led features” in a […]

Veja expands range with sandals Credits: Veja The trainer brand Veja now also offers sandals. Veja announced on Wednesday that it is expanding its range with the ‘Etna’ model. Previously, the french company with Brazilian roots only offered trainers, shoe care products and accessories. The Etna sandal is a “lightweight and versatile option for warm days that has proven itself in both the city and nature”, according to the statement. They will come on the market in various colours - […]

Pandora campaign Credits: Pandora Danish jewellery brand Pandora has reported a 7 percent organic sales growth in the first three months of 2025, but states it is “actively preparing” for the impact of US tariffs. In a statement, Pandora said that its continued mission to execute its Phoenix strategy, to position Pandora as a full jewellery brand, is delivering “solid financial results”. Q1 2025 organic growth rose 7 percent to 7.35 billion Danish kroner. This comprised of […]

Seasalt campaign Credits: Seasalt Cornish clothing brand Seasalt has launched a new customer loyalty programme, which will reward customers with a new points-based scheme. Seasalt Rewards is the British retailer’s new omni-channel offering, replacing the traditional stamp card model in UK Seasalt stores with a digital mobile wallet card, to elevate the brand experience for customers. The new scheme will reward with points for all purchases, providing more personalised experiences and […]

Credits: Eton Two of Sweden’s most iconic brands, Eton and Tretorn, have joined forces for a unisex capsule collection that blends elevated tailoring with tennis inspired cues. Drawing from their shared heritage and commitment to quality, the collaboration celebrates Scandi cool at its most versatile and effortless. The Eton x Tretorn capsule is a fresh interpretation of prep classics through a sportif lens. The collection includes laid-back striped shirts, varsity-style luxurious heavy knit […]

The new Fortisyn yarn by Unifi and fabric. Credits: Unifi The problem with recycled yarns and fabrics, for many, is the assumption that a recycled yarn cannot be as strong as one made from virgin materials. Enter Unifi, maker of recycled polyester brand Repreve. The company recently launched Fortisyn, an abrasion-resistant and durable yarn that provides fabrics with enhanced tear and tensile strength, offering a robust solution for military and first-responder uniforms and tactical gear. […]

Federico Arrigoni Credits: Kering The French luxury goods group Kering has appointed new chief executive officers for its brands Brioni and Ginori 1735. Federico Arrigoni is taking over the leadership at the Italian menswear specialist Brioni, while Mehdi Benabadji is becoming the chief executive at the porcelain brand Ginori 1735, Kering announced on Tuesday evening. Both appointments took effect on May 6. Arrigoni succeeds Benabadji at Brioni, who had led the brand since 2020. The new Brioni […]

President Donald J. Trump unveiling new American tariff policies on April 2, 2025, at the White House, Washington D. C. (United States). Credits: La Maison Blanche. Since May 2, 2025, the US ended a customs rule that allowed Chinese platforms like Shein, Temu and AliExpress to flood the American market with cheap products. This abrupt end to the ‘de minimis’ regime disrupted their business model and reshaped the landscape of global online commerce. Us toughens its stance on Chinese […]

The joint Lee and Wrangler store in Berlin Image: Kontoor Brands The US apparel company Kontoor Brands Inc. kept its revenue largely stable in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. However, negative special effects weighed on profits. In addition to the current figures, the parent company of denim brands Wrangler and Lee also presented updated annual forecasts on Tuesday. These now also take into account the financial impact of the planned takeover of outdoor outfitter Helly Hansen. According […]

Vivobarefoot VivoBiome Tabi Gen 01 sandal Credits: Vivobarefoot Footwear brand Vivobarefoot is launching the world’s first fully bespoke barefoot sandal utilising its patented 3D printed technology, designed to replicate the natural barefoot experience. Launching on May 12, the VivoBiome Tabi Gen 01 sandal aims to reinvent the flip-flop by offering a shoe shaped entirely by the wearer’s feet, utilising its bespoke Viobiome scan-to-print technology, which embraces a future of low-waste, […]

Arda’s snakeskin pattern showpiece of Been London’s Millais bag Credits: Arda Arda Biomaterials, which transforms brewery and whisky waste into novel materials, such as leather-like materials, for fashion and retail use, has raised 5.25 million US dollars to commercialise its technology leveraging plant proteins. The British-based chemistry technology company closed an oversubscribed 5.25 million US dollars (4.05 million pounds) round led by Germany’s Oyster Bay Venture Capital alongside […]

U.S. Polo Assn. 135th anniversary campaign Credits: U.S. Polo Assn. Global sports brand U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has delivered record-breaking sales in 2024, hitting 2.5 billion US dollars globally, as it gains market share in Western Europe, the Middle East and Latin America, as well as continued growth in North America. In a statement, U.S. Polo Assn. said the continued record growth was a result of it expanding its existing footprint […]

Zara store in the Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier shopping centre in Hamburg, Germany. Credits: Inditex. Inditex will open the world’s largest Zara store in Antwerp. The opening, scheduled for mid-2026, will be part of the Meir Corner project, an ambitious urban regeneration initiative that seeks to revitalise the city centre. Beyond a commercial expansion strategy, the opening aims to serve as a model of integration between retail and sustainable urban development in the current European […]

Vestiaire Collective 2025 campaign. Credits: Vestiaire Collective France - Two irreconcilable visions of have fashion clashed. On one side, Shein, a Chinese ultra-fast fashion giant, advocated for fashion “accessible to all”. On the other, Vestiaire Collective, a French pioneer of high-end second-hand fashion, denounced a toxic promise based on social exploitation, textile waste and the endangerment of an entire industrial ecosystem. “Fashion for all, misery for a few.” With this […]

Post Archive Faction (PAF) Credits: Post Archive Faction (PAF) Florentine trade show Pitti Uomo has announced that South Korean menswear brand Post Archive Faction (PAF) will be a guest designer for the upcoming 108th edition, which will take place from June 17 to 20. The South Korean avant-garde sportswear and outerwear brand, founded by young Korean designers Dongjoon Lim and Sookyo Jeong, will stage a special event “conceived specifically for Pitti Uomo and its international audience”. […]

Kaia Gerber, new brand ambassador for Mango Credits: Mango shot by Stef Mitchell Spanish retailer Mango has named model and actress Kaia Gerber as its new ambassador and fronts its new 'Capsule' collection of elevated dresses. Gerber follows in the footsteps of other top models and leading actresses, including Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Scarlett Johansson, Penelope Cruz, and Kendall Jenner, who have been the face of the brand before. Mango states that it chose Gerber as she […]

New Look campaign Credits: New Look British retailer New Look, one of the UK’s leading womenswear brands in the 18-44-year-old sector, has successfully onboarded 100 percent of its core supplier base onto digital traceability platform TrusTrace. In a statement, New Look said the move to utilise TrusTrace technology would allow it to "more effectively map and manage its supplier network,” and moving forward, it is committed to onboarding all future suppliers to the platform. The push for […]

Credits: LynnSophie® There’s a moment many professional mothers know too well: got a 9 AM board meeting, a school run at 12, and a client dinner at 7, and not a second to change in between. The challenge? Finding an outfit that meets the moment, without compromising on comfort, confidence, or elegance. This is where power dressing comes into play. But not as we knew it. Gone are the stiff silhouettes and sharp shoulder pads of decades past. Today’s career moms are seeking clothing that […]

HUGO BOSS introduces NovaPoly. Credits: HUGO BOSS HUGO BOSS unveils NovaPoly — an innovative recycled polyester yarn co-developed with the company’s suppliers Jiaren Chemical Recycling and NBC LLC. Holding the trademark and exclusive usage for the first year, HUGO BOSS aims to set new industry standards and plans to license NovaPoly across the fashion sector in the future. As part of the company’s BOSS THE CHANGE initiative, the first BOSS Green products featuring NovaPoly will be […]

Credits: Mos Mosh Gallery In the heart of Portugal, near the Spanish border, lies a manufacturer renowned for its expertise in crafting interlock jersey fabrics, a rare mastery that sets our products apart. Their focus on precision and quality helps Mos Mosh Gallery create clothes that feel great to wear and last a long time. Some of our bestselling styles are made here, using this special fabric – strong, stretchy, and built to last. The MMGMarco Jersey Shirt, MMGPerry O-SS Tee, […]

Online fraud. Credits: Sora Shimazaki / Pexels In view of recent cyber attacks on British department store Harrods, apparel retailer Marks & Spencer and others, audit, tax and consulting firm RSM UK is advising retailers to regularly review their cyber risk controls to ensure “they are as robust as possible”. “Retailers are already navigating a difficult trading environment shaped by fragile consumer confidence, increases in employment costs and shifting spending habits. The recent […]

Lauryn Hill arrive au Met Gala 2025 au Metropolitan Museum of Art le 5 mai 2025 à New York. Credits: Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP The brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and fashion hit the red carpet Monday for the Met Gala, the extravagant Manhattan fundraiser that this year spotlights the subversive style of Black dandyism. The blockbuster night's theme explores the sharply tailored dandy aesthetic and its rich, complicated history. It also celebrates the opening of a corresponding […]

A Boss store in Tokyo Credits: Hugo Boss AG The Metzingen-based fashion group Hugo Boss AG felt the impact of the current adverse market conditions in the first quarter of the 2025 financial year. On Tuesday, the company announced declines in sales and earnings. However, the clothing supplier maintained its annual forecasts. “Following a successful final quarter in 2024, our business performance in the first quarter of 2025 was characterised by increasing macroeconomic uncertainty, which had […]

Zalando headquarters in Berlin Credits: Zalando SE The Berlin-based online fashion retailer Zalando SE concluded the first quarter of the 2025 financial year with a solid increase in sales and significantly improved its earnings. The latest results, which the company presented on Tuesday, were not surprising. Analysts had recently expected that the e-commerce specialist would continue its growth trajectory in the first months of the year. In the period from January to March, group revenue […]

Nike store in Singapore Credits: Nike Inc. Nike has announced reorganisation of its senior leadership team, aiming to accelerate its "Win Now" strategy and position the company for sustained growth. The restructuring includes the promotion of key executives and the retirement of longtime leader, Heidi O’Neill, president of consumer, product, and brand. She has announced her retirement after 26 years with Nike. In the wake of O’Neill's departure, Nike has restructured her role into three […]

Skechers concept store in Brussels Credits: Skechers/Business Wire In a significant development in the footwear industry, Skechers U.S.A., Inc. has announced its agreement to be acquired by global investment firm 3G Capital for approximately 9.4 billion dollars. The transaction, unanimously approved by Skechers' board of directors, will transition the company from a public to a privately held entity. Commenting on the development, Robert Greenberg, chairman and CEO said, “With a proven […]

Kering, the luxury conglomerate, and the Festival de Cannes will bestow the 2025 Women In Motion Award upon Nicole Kidman, recognizing her significant contributions to cinema and her advocacy for female representation, the festival announced. Kidman, whose career spans over three decades, will receive the accolade at the official Women In Motion dinner during the festival. Analysts point to this as a strategic move by Kering, solidifying its position as a key player in promoting gender equality […]

Adidas ‘VeloStan Smith’ cycling sneakers Credits: Adidas A coalition of major U.S. footwear companies is sounding the alarm over the potential devastation of new tariffs, warning that the levies could trigger widespread business closures, job losses, and price hikes for consumers. In a letter to the Trump administration, the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA), representing industry giants like Nike, Adidas, and Skechers, argues that the tariffs pose an "existential […]

In Pictures Nobody’s Child x Poppy Delevingne collection Credits: Nobody’s Child British womenswear brand Nobody's Child has unveiled a collaborative collection with Poppy Delevingne, drawing inspiration from the English model and actress’ eclectic wardrobe. The collection is described as a “love letter to modern versatility” designed to “be loved now and for years to come,” inspired by Delevingne's travels, closest relationships and treasured moments. Nobody’s Child has […]

Credits: Image: Unilever British consumer goods giant Unilever said Friday that it would invest 1.5 billion dollars in Mexico, which is wooing foreign companies in the face of US President Donald Trump's trade war. "This investment will create 1,200 new direct and indirect jobs in Mexico," Unilever's chief supply chain and operations officer Willem Uijen said at President Claudia Sheinbaum's daily news conference. The announcement follows other major investment pledges by company executives […]

Paraiso Miami Swim Week. Credits: Paraiso Miami Swim Week. Exclusive Miami Swim Week is swiftly rolling round, with the Magic City once again deep in preparations for the annual event. Set to take place from May 28 to June 1, 2025, the swim week is preparing for what is to be another scorching pre-summer party, this time with some new additions to the sun soaked agenda. Paraiso Miami Swim Week, one of the leading organisers of the event, will be hosting its 21st edition over the five days, […]

The Toms x Jamie Mizrahi collection Credits: Toms Footwear brand Toms has launched a new, limited-edition capsule collection with stylist Jamie Mizrahi. The capsule collection reimagines Toms' iconic Alpargata slip-on style in a new, elevated design. The Toms x Jamie Mizrahi collection includes styles for men, women, and kids in an array of premium materials and rich colors.  The Toms x Jamie Mizrahi collection Credits: Toms Created to transition easily from day to night, as a […]

White Stuff in Glasgow Credits: TFG London Jo Jenkins is stepping down from White Stuff. The British retailer announced today that its chief executive officer, who has been with the company since 2018, will be exiting her role “to pursue new opportunities”. During her time at White Stuff, Jenkins was credited with steering the brand through “a period of significant growth and transformation”, during which it has “undergone a full business and brand transformation”. “The business […]

The company headquarters in Halle, Westphalia Credits: Gerry Weber Following insolvencies in Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands, insolvency proceedings have now also been opened for Gerry Weber in Austria. As announced on Friday by the Alpenländische Kreditorenverband (AKV), corresponding proceedings were initiated at the Commercial Court of Vienna regarding the assets of Gerry Weber Vertriebs GmbH. At the time of the insolvency opening, the Austrian subsidiary employed three members of […]

A Peta sign. Credits: Courtesy of Peta France, credit Vakita/Marie Lecoq “When will Hermès ban wild animal skins and embrace ethical luxury by launching vegan Birkin and Kelly bags?” This was the question that PETA, which owns shares in the French company, put to chief executive officer Axel Dumas on April 30, during Hermès’s general meeting. “The action follows PETA's new DIY video on YouTube, which has garnered over one million views across all platforms and shows a fashion blogger […]

Hermès autumn/winter 2025, ready-to-wear Credits: Launchmetrics/spotlight Data, retail tools, automation of logistics processes, and decision-making support are the main areas in which Hermès uses artificial intelligence (AI). The Parisian group, questioned by a shareholder ahead of the general meeting held in the French capital on Wednesday, April 30, discussed its relationship with AI and future developments. “AI is transforming many sectors and professions, bringing significant changes […]

TikTok logo Credits: TikTok The Irish Data Protection Commission (DPC) has delivered a stinging rebuke to TikTok, slapping the social media giant with a 530 million euro fine and demanding sweeping corrective measures. The penalty follows an inquiry into the platform's transfers of European Economic Area (EEA) user data to China, a decision that carries significant implications for fashion brands heavily reliant on the platform for audience engagement and marketing. The DPC found that TikTok […]

South African singer and songwriter Tyla arrives for the Met Gala in Balmain. Credits: Photo by Angela Weiss / AFP The first Monday of May is almost upon us, and with it, designers, public figures and their stylists will be deep in preparations for one of the biggest fashion events of the year: the Met Gala. On the back of last year’s more florally-infused theme, ‘A Garden in Time’, this year, guests face the challenge of incorporating an important aspect of fashion history into their […]

ChatGPT visual Credits: ChatGPT by FashionUnited As artificial intelligence weaves its way into the fabric of daily life, new technologies and features have taken a decidedly retail turn. OpenAI's unveiling of ChatGPT's new shopping feature, embedded within its GPT-4o and 4o-mini models, marks a significant evolution in how consumers might discover and ultimately acquire goods, including those within the often-fickle world of fashion. The premise is simple: when a user queries a shopping […]

Joint sunglasses capsule from Halo & MessyWeekend Credits: Halo x MessyWeekend Messyweekend is pushing forward with its expansion in Southeast Asia, starting with a retail partnership for the Philippines. The Danish eyewear specialist is now available in 38 stores of the retail chain SM Retail in the Philippines, Messyweekend announced this week on the careers network Linkedin. The partnership represents an “important step for expanding Messyweekend’s presence in Southeast Asia”. […]

Chanel boutique Credits: Pixabay The latest Savills Global Luxury Retail 2025 Report shows that global luxury retail continued to withstand economic challenges, with core markets experiencing strong rental growth in 2024. Prime rents increased or remained stable in over 75 percent of the 21 regions surveyed. After the number of new openings slowed in 2023, this trend reversed last year. There was a 12 percent increase in new stores opening worldwide. China remained the driving force in 2024, […]

Credits: Holiday fw25 leather trend/©Launchmetrics/spotlight Leather leads the way as a key material for Holiday 2025. Black leather has long been the gold standard for October/November in-store drops. However, this season, designers have chosen colours ranging from brown to olive shades of green. For Holiday ‘25 the season’s major silhouette will offer proportion play, including broad shoulders. Saint Laurent: designer, Anthony Vaccarello Credits: Saint Laurent […]

In Pictures Nobody’s Child x Poppy Delevingne collection Credits: Nobody’s Child British womenswear brand Nobody's Child has unveiled a collaborative collection with Poppy Delevingne, drawing inspiration from the English model and actress’ eclectic wardrobe. The collection is described as a “love letter to modern versatility” designed to “be loved now and for years to come,” inspired by Delevingne's travels, closest relationships and treasured moments. Nobody’s Child has […]

In Pictures Eton x Tretorn collection campaign Credits: Eton by James Harvey Kelly Two Scandinavian brands, menswear label Eton, renowned as a specialist shirtmaker, and Tretorn, known for its stylish and functional shoes, have united for a tennis-inspired capsule collection for spring/summer 2025. The limited-edition Eton x Tretorn unisex collection blends sportswear with modern tailoring, drawing inspiration from vintage tennis, collegiate prep, and contemporary tailoring to redefine […]

New York. Credits: Unsplash. KFN, a strategic partnership created by KF Fashion and N4xT, has outlined phase one of an initiative intended to bolster the presence of New York Fashion Week. The plan was revealed during an industry event attended by designers associated with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) and various media, which then reported on the news. According to WWD, which was one platform in attendance, the first phase is centred around The Venue Collective, a network […]

Beauty Juicy Couture's Westfield Stratford City in London. Credits: Juicy Couture. Fashion and lifestyle brand Juicy Couture, part of the Authentic Brands Group portfolio, has renewed its long-standing global licensing deal with Revlon Consumer Products LLC. The renewal will see the US beauty company continuing to produce and market all Juicy Couture fragrance pillars worldwide. The new agreement also supports an expanded product portfolio, with new launches planned across core […]

Carhartt WIP Store Entrance. Credits: Strastudio Workwear brand Carhartt has promoted Todd Corley to the expanded role of chief people and impact officer. Corley had previously been serving as the label’s senior VP, inclusion, sustainability and community, a role in which he was tasked with leading Carhartt’s “purpose-driven culture across the global enterprise”, his LinkedIn states. Now, in his new role, he will oversee all HR activities and support related initiatives across the […]

Riccardo Tisci. Credits: Burberry Riccardo Tisci is facing allegations of sexual assault. A new lawsuit filed in a New York Supreme Court has claimed that the former creative director to Burberry and Givenchy had drugged and later taken advantage of the defendant, Patrick Cooper, in his New York City apartment. A spokesperson for Tisci has said the allegations are “categorically untrue”, telling FashionUnited that: “Riccardo looks forward to clearing his name of these false and malicious […]

Chinese and USA flags, image for illustration. Credits: Image generated with AI DALL-E3 image generator. The de minimis tax exemption has officially closed for Chinese imports to the US. The loophole has caused much debate in recent years, particularly as experts weigh the possible impact and implications on both companies and consumers if a full halt was enforced. Here is what you need to know… What is the de minimis exemption? De minimis – a Latin term translating to “of the […]

Colis Shein. Credits: JOAO LUIZ BULCAO / Hans Lucas / Hans Lucas via AFP Fast fashion giant Shein is believed to have halted plans for its London IPO as uncertainty around tariffs continues to heighten. The company is said to have not renewed contracts with two corporate communications firms that had been brought in to advise on the potential listing, according to The Times. FGS Global and Brunswick had reportedly been appointed last year to oversee the process, but it is now understood that […]

Lee Bloor and Matthew Newton, founders of British clothing brand Lavish Alice. Credits: Gaia the Agency. Lee Bloor and Matthew Newton, the founders of British clothing brand Lavish Alice, have announced the launch of Gaia the Agency, a strategic consultancy firm for fashion, travel, leisure and hospitality. The aim of the company is to aid emerging and established brands “cut through in a saturated market”, delivering support across brand development, PR, marketing, D2C e-commerce and B2B […]

Online shopping. Credits: Aygin Kolaei for FashionUnited A wave of cyberattacks has hit several British retailers including luxury department store Harrods and upmarket supermarket Marks & Spencer, the businesses said on Thursday. After Marks & Spencer and the Co-op food retail chain said they had been targeted, Harrods on Thursday confirmed it had "recently experienced attempts to gain unauthorised access to some of our systems". Harrods said its security team "immediately took […]

Melissa Riggs, CMO, The Lycra Company Credits: Business Wire The Lycra Company, fibre and technology solution provider for the apparel industry, has promoted Melissa Riggs, director of marketing, North America to the role of chief marketing officer (CMO). Riggs brings more than two decades of brand-building experience in consumer packaged goods and the apparel and footwear industries to her new role, including experience with the Gore-Tex brand. Before joining Lycra in 2022, Riggs spent 11 […]

Amazon package Credits: ANIRUDH via Unsplash Amazon.com’s financial results for the first quarter of 2025, showcased growth across its core business segments. Net sales increased by 9 percent year-over-year to 155.7 billion dollars, with North America contributing 92.9 billion dollars and international sales reaching 33.5 billion dollars. Amazon Web Services (AWS) experienced a 17 percent revenue growth, totaling 29.3 billion dollars. Operating income rose to 18.4 billion dollars, while net […]

Columbia Sportswear store Credits: Ralf Liebhold via Dreamstime.com Columbia Sportswear Company reported its first quarter 2025 financial results showcasing a modest uptick in performance amid global economic uncertainties. Despite the positive quarterly performance, Columbia Sportswear withdrew its previously issued full-year 2025 financial outlook, citing macroeconomic uncertainties stemming from recent U.S. tariff increases and ambiguous public policy. For the first quarter, the company […]

Artizia store Credits: Artizia Luxury design house Aritzia delivered a strong financial performance in fiscal 2025, reflecting significant improvements in revenue growth and profitability across both its retail and eCommerce channels. The company reported a 31.3 percent increase in net revenue for the fourth quarter, reaching 895.1 million Canadian dollars (647.7 million dollars). Adjusting for the extra week in Q4 of fiscal 2024, this growth amounts to 38 percent. Comparable sales rose by 26 […]

Skechers, Singapore Credits: Courtesy Skechers The physical store is not dead, but it is being reprogrammed. Skechers, the U.S. footwear company known less for fashion cachet than for functional comfort, is attempting a digital leap forward with the launch of Luna—an AI-powered retail assistant installed at its new flagship in Singapore’s Punggol Coast Mall. Described as a “personal stylist,” Luna uses a mix of speech-to-speech artificial intelligence and messaging integration to […]

Ebay in partnership with Jenna Lyons Credits: PRNewsfoto/eBay Inc In an industry grappling with overproduction, consumer fatigue, and calls for circularity, resale platforms are emerging not just as resale marketplaces—but as cultural barometers. eBay’s latest Watchlist report, drawn from the behaviours of its 134 million users and over 2.3 billion listings, provides a timely snapshot of what shoppers really want this spring. The findings reveal a subtle reshaping of consumer values: […]

Visual of Marks & Spencer's new flagship store on SouthGate, Bath. Credits: Marks & Spencer. Almost a week has gone by since Marks & Spencer’s put a halt on online orders as it attempted to grapple with a cyber attack on its systems. Little is still known about what the incident involved and how the company, its employees and customers have been impacted. Yet now, with local police getting involved and speculation surrounding who was behind the attack mounting, a clearer […]

Shot by Carlijn Jacobs Credits: Versace Versace introduces its new campaign starring two-time GRAMMY® Award winning global superstar Sabrina Carpenter. Embodying the authentic spirit of the House through a contemporary lens, the artist appears in a series of images photographed by Carlijn Jacobs. Centred around La Vacanza 2025, the campaign captures the collection’s transformative pool-to-occasion spirit in a poolside atmosphere imbued with the classic language of Hollywood. The images […]

End Milan store. Credits: End. End. has announced new leadership. The Newcastle-born streetwear retailer has appointed Sebastian Suhl as its new chief executive officer. He will succeed Parker Gunderson, who stepped down from the helm position on May 1. Suhl was appointed after what the company said was a “comprehensive global search”, with his role being “unanimously approved” by End.’s board of directors. To aid in the transition, chief financial officer Karen Dracou will assume […]

Cotswold Outdoor store Credits: Cotswold Outdoor website Owner of Cotswold Outdoor has reported a resilient financial performance for the year ending December 31, 2024, according to its latest annual results filed with Companies House. Home to brands such as Runners Need and Snow + Rock, the company significantly reduced its pre-tax loss to 380,000 pounds, down from 7.3 million pounds in 2023. Operating profit for the year rose to 4.3 million pounds. The net loss reduced to 105,000 pounds […]

In Pictures Roksanda & Other Stories collaboration campaign Credits: & Other Stories Fashion and lifestyle retailer & Other Stories, part of the H&M Group, has unveiled the first look at its upcoming collaboration with London-based designer Roksanda Ilinčić, founder and creative director of fashion label Roksanda. The limited-edition collection set to launch in stores worldwide and online from May 15 will feature ready-to-wear, footwear and beauty exploring the […]

Vuori spring/summer 2025 campaign starring the Gerber-Crawford family Credits: Vuori by Cass Bird Southern Californian performance lifestyle brand Vuori has announced a partnership with the Gerber-Crawford family, which will see supermodel Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber, alongside their model children Presley Gerber and Kaia Gerber become long-term collaborators of the brand. In a statement, Vuori said that the Gerber-Crawford family would become ambassadors for the performance […]

Seraphine unveils new brand identity. Credits: Seraphine. Maternity fashion label Seraphine has unveiled a new brand identity designed to align more closely with a “whole new paradigm” of pregnancy and “deliver on the needs of a modern, pregnant woman”. The shift in approach comes as a “new era” of communication around pregnancy takes precedence, Seraphine said, a one “defined by authenticity, increasingly thoughtful consumption, as well as retaining your own identity and […]

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley closet sale on Vestiaire Collective Credits: Vestiaire Collective British model, actress, and entrepreneur Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is partnering with pre-loved luxury fashion platform Vestiaire Collective to sell a curated edit from her closet to raise funds for The Kings Trust UK. Launching on Vestiaire Collective on May 2, the Rosie Huntington-Whiteley closet sale will feature more than 40 pieces from her wardrobe, sourced from her homes in London and Los Angeles, […]

Credits: EssilorLuxottica Eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica is considering moving part of its production to the US in response to the shuffling of tariffs. In a shareholders’ meeting on April 31, attended and reported on by Reuters, the group’s chief executive officer, Francesco Milleri, expressed caution at moving too quickly on the decision, yet noted that once discussions surrounding tariffs become clearer, potential relocations may be made. Milleri’s comments come after President Donald […]

Rocco Iannone and Charles Leclerc - behind the scenes of Ferrari x Charles Leclerc capsule collection Credits: Ferrari Formula One driver Charles Leclerc is adding fashion designer to his resume as he will be introducing a capsule collection with Ferrari’s fashion line, Ferrari Style. In a short statement, Ferrari said it was collaborating with the Scuderia Ferrari HP F1 driver on an exclusive limited-edition collection of apparel, which would offer “a new wardrobe at the intersection of […]

Forever 21 Credits: Unsplash Forever 21 is officially shutting its doors. The fast fashion retailer is believed to be preparing to close all of its 354 US stores today, May 1. This is according to court documents obtained by USA Today. The company’s operator, F21 OpCo, had been given until April 30 to find a buyer for the brand, however, no such party has stepped forward. As such, Forever 21’s leased stores in the US are all set to close. Many already began shuttering as early as April 1, […]

Credits: Libertà Errani Libertà Errani chose Vogue College of Fashion to launch her career in the fashion industry, drawn by the opportunity to study at an institution powered by Condé Nast’s global influence. During her time at the College, she developed key industry skills, built an invaluable network of connections, and laid the foundations for her future success in fashion communications. What made you choose Vogue College of Fashion for your studies? I remember seeing an ad in a […]

Burberry at Harrods. Credits: Courtesy of Burberry. British brand Burberry is believed to have begun a more direct search for its next chairman, who will ultimately succeed Gerry Murphy. According to Sky News, the label has started its formal search and is working with headhunters on the process. A precise timeline has not been established, as stated insiders for the media outlet, yet Murphy is not expected to exit the company for another year. An initial search process was said to have been […]

Gianni Versace Retrospective exhibition in the Netherlands Credits: Gianni Versace Retrospective The major Gianni Versace Retrospective exhibition, which has already visited the Netherlands, Poland, Germany, Sweden and Spain, is coming to London this summer featuring the largest collection of vintage Gianni Versace designs ever to be displayed in the UK. The Gianni Versace Retrospective will bring more than 450 original vintage garments and accessories, including those worn by Princess Diana, […]

Image for illustration. Credits: RODRIGO ARANGUA / AFP Chinese fast fashion giant Shein is believed to be looking into ways to restructure its US business as uncertainty around tariffs on foreign imports continues to heighten. According to the Financial Times (FT), which cited two people with knowledge of the company’s deliberations, one idea being considered is to divert production for the US market to countries outside of China. Notably, next to China, Shein also has manufacturing […]

REPORT The Next@Fashion InStyle trade show in Hong Kong, from April 27 to 30, 2025. Credits: FashionUnited. As the global economy was disrupted by rising US tariffs, many Asian fashion players met in Hong Kong from April 27 to 30 to attend the Fashion InStyle trade show and the first edition of the Next@Fashion InStyle space. FashionUnited was on site to gauge the pulse of ‘Made in Asia’. It was crowded in late April at the huge Convention and Exhibition Centre, located on the edge […]

Robyn Lynch in her studio in Hackney Wick, east London Credits: Robyn Lynch by Jordan Core Irish-born, London-based menswear designer Robyn Lynch has been announced as the uniform designer for the V&A East's two sites, the V&A East Storehouse, a new branch of London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, located in the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in Stratford, which opens to the public on May 31, and the V&A East Museum. Lynch, known for blending cultural nostalgia with contemporary […]

Matches in London Credits: Shaun James Cox / Matches Frasers Group is believed to be planning to revive luxury retailer Matches as a members-only platform, offering services like personalised shopping and early access to limited edition items to a select group of shoppers. According to an internal pitch deck seen by The Times, Frasers, the parent company of Sports Direct, is expected to bring Matches back as an exclusive luxury fashion and lifestyle members concept. Membership will be […]

AI illustration of circular fashion Credits: This is an AI image by FashionUnited A total of 20 consumer watchdogs have signed off on a letter calling for the standardisation of requirements for green claims. The letter, which can be read on the website of the International Consumer Protection and Enforcement Network (ICPEN), includes signatories from the consumer watchdogs of the Netherlands, Sweden, Norway, Turkey, Spain, Poland, France and Hungary. The watchdogs hope that the standard will […]

Catwalk image of Coperni AW25 by Coperni to illustrate smart fashion in collaboration with technology companies. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Chinese tech firm Meizu launched its latest smart glasses, the StarV Air2 AR glasses, at a press event in Hong Kong on April 29. The built-in offline payment function is remarkable. According to Meizu, it is a world first for AR glasses. The smart glasses are positioned as a possible successor to the smartphone as a means of payment. The glasses […]

Billabong store Credits: Authentic American brand development and licensing company Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) has signed a long-term partnership with BR South Pacific (BRSP) to transition the licenses of its action and outdoor sports brands across Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific region. The new strategic licensing agreement will see BRSP taking over the operations of more than 200 of the brand’s retail stores and e-commerce across the regions, safeguarding retail […]

Gymshark 11 Bond Street, New York City Credits: Gymshark Sportswear retailer Gymshark has confirmed it is planning to cut down on a number of roles amid a period of “intense macroeconomic volatility”. The news comes despite the company reporting record revenue for FY24, amounting to 607.3 million pounds. A spokesperson for Gymshark has told media outlets: “We can confirm we have proposed a business restructure, which will place approximately 296 roles at risk of redundancy.” The […]

Puma ‘Go Wild’ campaign Credits: Puma German sportswear brand Puma is relocating its UK headquarters from London to Manchester’s technology, digital and creative hub, Circle Square, where it has secured a 20,000 square foot of space to house its sales, marketing, merchandising, finance, people and operations and direct-to-consumer departments. Circle Square, located on Manchester’s Oxford Road Corridor, dubbed the city’s “knowledge quarter,” is part of an 87 million pound […]

Ann Summers on Deliveroo app Credits: Deliveroo/Ann Summers Deliveroo is expanding its delivery service with the introduction of new virtual storefronts for partnered brands. The concept is being debuted alongside lingerie and sexual pleasure label Ann Summers, which will now operate a virtual store on the platform available to customers in London and Cambridge. Electronic goods retailer Maplin Electronics has also joined the initiative. While both brands are currently available through […]

Tapout Credits: Authentic Brands Group Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), a brand development and licensing platform, is partnering with Grey Matter Concepts (GMC), a female-owned apparel company, to manufacture and distribute Tapout-branded socks across the US and Canada. Scott Orenstein, vice president of heritage brands and special projects – lifestyle at Authentic, said in a statement: “Tapout has an incredible legacy, and we’re excited to extend that energy into the hosiery […]

Topshop x Russ Jones: 'We Missed You Too' art installation. Credits: Topshop x Russ Jones. Topshop is seemingly moving up its relaunch date. The British brand has announced it will be hosting a one day shopping experience in London, where it will take over the basement site of Defected Records. While the brand had initially been planning for a physical return during the incoming summer, Topshop has now changed course. Like all of its teasers, the brand announced the latest news on its […]

NN.07 store in New York Credits: NN.07 Danish menswear brand NN.07 has reported its most successful financial year to date in 2024, posting significant growth across key performance indicators. The Copenhagen-based label reported a 47 percent increase in operating profit (EBIT), a 28 percent rise in net profit, and a 16 percent growth in gross profit compared to the previous year. The report also highlights a notable revenue increase, attributed to growing demand and a successful expansion […]

Wolford's headquarters in Bregenz Image: Wolford AG Austrian clothing supplier Wolford AG had planned to present its final results for the 2024 financial year on Wednesday. But that did not happen. The company announced late on Wednesday afternoon that the publication of the audited annual financial statements and the audited consolidated financial statements would be “postponed by a few days”. It is now expected that the corresponding financial reports will be “completed and published […]

eBay headquarters San Jose, California Credits: Courtesy of eBay Ecommerce company eBay first-quarter 2025 results demonstrate a strong start to the year. The company also revealed changes in its executive leadership, including a new chief financial officer. First quarter revenue reached 2.6 billion dollars, up 1 percent versus the same period last year, while gross merchandise volume (GMV) grew to approximately 18.8 billion dollars. "eBay's first quarter results were ahead of expectations, as […]

Credits: INTERSPORT INTERSPORT, a global leader in sporting goods retail, has launched the newest iteration of its successful global consumer brand campaign, ‘MAKE IT YOUR GAME’. The campaign is designed to inspire people to pursue their sporting passions, irrespective of their background and experience and whatever their goal (or ‘game’) may be. It is focused on demonstrating the diversity of sport and its ability to individually inspire and collectively connect people. By […]

Première Vision Montréal 2025. Credits: Première Vision “We are already setting the date for 2026,” announced Thierry Langlais, Première Vision vice president of operations, with enthusiasm, following the first edition of the Première Vision Montreal trade fair on April 22 and 23. In a statement given to FashionUnited, Langlais welcomed the success of this new event, which exceeded all expectations. The organisation reported almost 2,150 visitors for this first edition, international […]

The Prada store in Hamburg on Neuer Wall Credits: Prada Prada defied difficult market conditions in the luxury sector thanks to Miu Miu. Despite the uncertain global economic situation, the Italian fashion group Prada continued to grow in the first quarter. The company announced on Wednesday that the group generated sales of 1.34 billion euros in the period from January to March. This was 13 percent higher than in the same period last year. The group's continued growth was driven in particular […]

Credits: Oakley Over two decades ago, the Straight Jacket defined an era of Oakley: bold, defiant, and made for those who refused to follow. It shattered the boundaries of sport, infiltrating culture through film, TV, and the streets, while being worn by the legends who set the blueprint. Now, as Oakley celebrates 50 years of defying convention, the limited-edition Oakley® MUZM Straight Jacket 99 returns, handpicked from the archives and reimagined for a new generation of rule-breakers. […]

The K-Way store in London Credits: BasicNet Today, the board of directors of BasicNet spa reviewed the group's performance as of March 31, 2025. Based on the figures, aggregate sales of products bearing the group's brands, developed worldwide by the network, totalled 268.8 million euros, compared to 261.2 million euros for the first three months of the previous year (plus 2.9 percent). Sales by commercial and direct licensees amounted to 203.2 million euros (198.1 million euros as of March 31, […]