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Dior bag. Credits: Vestiaire Collective Pre-owned luxury handbags now represent a potentially profitable asset for consumers. But which models are the safest for investment? In a recent report, vintage fashion platform Vestiaire Collective revealed the current resale prices of iconic luxury handbags and compared them to their original retail prices. Chanel Timeless/Classic Bag: launched in 1983 for around 1,000 euros. Current retail price: 10,300 euros. Current pre-owned price: 2,500 euros. […]

Credits: Lululemon Vancouver-based Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) has established itself as a major player in the global athletic apparel and accessories sector. The company's core business revolves around designing, distributing, and marketing high-quality yoga-inspired apparel and accessories for women and men. With a strong brand identity and a focus on community-building, Lululemon has successfully carved out a premium position in the competitive athleisure market. The company's recent […]

Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni Credits: Phia Phia, the AI-powered shopping platform founded by Phoebe Gates and Sophia Kianni, has secured an 8 million dollar seed round led by the venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins. The company’s funding round, which also included investments from high-profile figures such as Hailey Bieber and Kris Jenner, will be used to accelerate the next phase of development for its AI shopping agent. Launched in April 2025, Phia’s mobile app and browser extension […]

Carolina Herrera, presentation in Plaza Mayor, Madrid of the Spring/Summer 2026 collection. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Madrid – Puig, the Spanish multinational, exhibited a remarkable display of influence, convening power, and leadership within the fashion and beauty industry. This was showcased in Madrid with the presentation of Carolina Herrera's new SS26 collection. Carolina Herrera is one of the largest assets held by the company chaired by Marc Puig. Since its listing in May […]

In Pictures H&M&180: The London Issue AW25 collection at London Fashion Week. Credits: H&M. H&M made its return to the London Fashion Week runway through a show reliant on star power and cultural evolution. The Swedish fashion giant took to 180 The Strand for its ‘H&M&180: The London Issue’ event, where it ventured beyond the traditional catwalk to also offer an evening of wider entertainment for its 700 guests. While panel talks were initially hosted to […]

Pimkie store in France. Credits: FashionUnited. Paris - The Federation of Clothing Retailers (FCA), a member of the Alliance du Commerce, announced on Friday the "unanimous" exclusion of French brand Pimkie, following its partnership with the controversial Asian brand Shein, according to a press release. The fast-fashion giant Shein, "whose model is based on circumventing the rules and unfair competition to the detriment of existing brands and job creation in France", has "environmental […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai The UK retail sector has maintained a positive trajectory for the seventh consecutive week, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales increasing by +1.54%. This growth, albeit more modest than previous weeks, is particularly noteworthy given it's set against a robust +14.45% base from the same period last year and challenging weather conditions. The fashion sector continues to be a key driver of this sustained performance, with total LFL sales increasing by +0.73%, marking […]

Michael Kors Regent Street Flagship Credits: Courtesy Michael Kors Michael Kors’s new Regent Street flagship joins London’s luxury landscape with leaner splendour. The Capri Holdings-owned brand has reimagined a London flagship at 187-191 Regent Street this month, occupying a two-storey space of 848 square metres. The new store reflects a shift in the brand’s posture: pared-down luxury, underplayed glamour, natural textures and warm neutrals rather than overt spectacle. It will offer […]

Tottenham Court Road, London, UK. Credits: Unsplash. Retail sales across the UK fell marginally throughout August, as cost pressures weighed on consumer spending. Despite this, textile and clothing retailers welcomed stronger performance thanks to various events and the ‘back to school’ season. According to figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), retail sales dropped by 0.1 percent in the three months to August 2025 compared with the three months to May 2025. On a monthly […]

Lenzing site - Lyocell plant. Credits: Lenzing AG The supervisory board of the Austrian cellulose fibre producer Lenzing AG has extended the mandate of management board member Christian Skilich prematurely by a further three years until May 2029. Skilich, who has been a member of the management board of Lenzing AG since June 2020, as chief pulp and chief technology officer, is responsible for the areas of pulp and wood raw materials, safety and environment, procurement and innovation. […]

Uniqlo Birmingham Bullring store rendering. Credits: Uniqlo. Japanese apparel giant Uniqlo is continuing to double down on the UK market with the confirmation of three new store openings in the region. The first location, due to open October 16, will be at Birmingham’s Bullring Shopping Centre, where it will span three floors across which a full range of women’s, men’s, kids and babywear will be offered. To celebrate the launch, Uniqlo will collaborate with local partners on opening […]

Olivier Bourgis (President) and Carlos Freixeda (Senior Vice-President of Global Communications). Credits: The Lede Company. Independent communications agency, Lede Company, is strengthening its presence in Europe by opening a Talent division in Paris. Following locations in Los Angeles, New York and London, this new Parisian opening is presented by the US company as a key step in its development and international partnership strategy in the fashion and culture sectors. The Paris agency – […]

Credits: Neiman Marcus Group, Bergdorf Goodman Luxury retail giant Saks Global is said to be considering offloading a minority stake in Bergdorf Goodman as it reportedly continues to review “strategic options” for the business. According to sources for WWD, the sale of such a stake, the size of which could not be determined, could value the department store between 1.5 and 2 billion dollars. This would be in place of a full sale or joint venture opportunities, both of which Saks was said […]

Gothic trend: Balenciaga, Dior, Rick Owens. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Corsets, radical cuts and long coats are progressively conquering the streets of capital cities. Inspired by the gothic aesthetic, fashion is currently leaning towards a darker side. This shift reflects a certain disenchantment and expresses a rejection of established norms. Here's a breakdown. Origins This renewed enthusiasm for gothic fashion, originating from the punk movement of the 1970s, dates back to 2024. It […]

The WGSN autumn/winter 2027/28 colours: PatBo SS26 - Ready to Wear, Dolce&Gabbana SS26 - Menswear, Valentina Poltronieri SS26 - Ready to Wear & Saint Laurent SS26 - Menswear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight From Russet warmth to Peaceful Lilac calm, with hints of Maize optimism and grounding Deep Green, WGSN's AW27/28 palette is already making its mark on the catwalks. Below discover how the four trend colours for autumn/winter 2027/28 selected by WGSN an Coloro have already been […]

Shein Credits: Fira Barcelona. Leading global fast fashion retailer Shein has entered into a strategic partnership with French womenswear brand Pimkie. Founded in 1971, the label will be sold internationally through Shein's marketplace. This cooperation also marks the launch of Shein Xcelerator in France. This is a programme designed to support emerging and established brands in their global expansion. As part of the collaboration, Pimkie will gain access to Shein's logistics services, […]

Arc’teryx Covent Garden flagship store Credits: Arc’teryx Amer Sports, a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, is hosting an Investor Day to present its updated long-term financial strategy. The company has also raised its financial guidance for the third quarter of 2025. Amer Sports now expects a year-over-year revenue growth in the high 20s percentage for the third quarter, compared to its previous guidance of approximately 20 percent growth. The company also anticipates its […]

Artistic Milliners acquires majority stake in Cone Denim Credits: Cone Denim / Artistic Milliners A major deal in the denim industry has been announced. Artistic Milliners has acquired a majority stake in the US-based Cone Denim. The company acquired the stake from Elevate Textiles, according to a press release. The acquisition price was not disclosed. Cone Denim will retain its own identity under Artistic Milliners. The press release emphasised that clients of both Cone Denim and Artistic […]

Jaden Smith at Paris Fashion Week SS23. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight French fashion icon Christian Louboutin's decision to name Will Smith's son Jaden as his chief menswear designer is a bold choice that took the industry by surprise -- and stirred up fresh allegations of "nepo-baby" favoritism. When not following in the footsteps of his famous father into acting and rap music, 27-year-old Smith has been a regular at fashion shows for years, as both a high-profile front-row guest or as […]

Kent & Curwen AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight London Fashion Week, which is under new leadership after 16 years, opens Thursday with hopes of reinvigorating its runway schedule and easing the financial woes of its young designers. "This season marks... the beginning of a new era for British fashion," said Laura Weir, former creative director of luxury department store Selfridges, who replaced Caroline Rush as the head of the British Fashion Council (BFC) in April. Weir faces an […]

Wax London offers local US shipping Credits: Wax London British menswear label Wax London has signed on a new logistics partner in the United States, as it strengthens its presence across the nation. Working with a local shipping partner in Columbus, Ohio, the London-based menswear brand is now able to ship products directly to its customers in the US from within the country for the first time. In addition, Wax London is also offering free returns and free shipping on orders over 100 dollars. […]

Credits: Cheshire fashion week Cheshire Fashion Week 2025 is set to attract international designers, high-profile buyers, media, and emerging talent from around the world. With its established reputation as the 'biggest fashion week in the North outside London', Cheshire has become a leading fashion destination in the UK, attracting talent from across the USA, Ireland, and the UK. Tela Morris, the USA-based designer behind Unblemished by Cherice, who champions sustainability and […]

Pacsun launches second NFL x ALEALI MAY collection Credits: Pacsun Californian lifestyle brand Pacsun has extended its partnership with LA native and fashion designer Aleali May for the second iteration of its unisex NFL collection. The limited-edition NFL x Aleali May collection, designed and styled by May, includes a range of styles across graphic tees and boxy hoodies with double-sided prints that represent the ten NFL teams.   “What excites me about this collection is showing how […]

In Pictures Outside of Los Angeles Apparel new SoHo flagship store Credits: Los Angeles Apparel Los Angeles Apparel, the apparel manufacturer and retailer from American Apparel founder and ex CEO Dov Charney, has opened its first flagship store in New York City. KPG Funds, the New York-based owner and developer of office buildings, has announced that the LA-based fashion manufacturer signed a new lease agreement for its debut New York City store, at 480 Broadway Street, SoHo.  […]

Tala campaign imagery. Credits: Tala. Activewear brand Tala is set to launch its second UK store in London. Scheduled to open in autumn 2025, with a definitive date to be confirmed soon, the site builds on the success already seen at the label’s existing Carnaby Street store, which was inaugurated in May. Located in Westfield London, White City, the new 1,900 square foot location, spanning one storey, houses a signature leggings wall, a large number of fitting rooms and accessory fixtures, […]

Team 7Learnings at NRF (Eiko van Hettinga Chief Commercial Officer on the right) Credits: 7Learnings Paris - At the NRF Retail Big Show, FashionUnited spoke with Eiko van Hettinga, Co-Founder of Berlin-based tech company 7Learnings, which provides AI-powered predictive pricing software for retailers. He explained why pricing is one of the biggest levers for profitability, how predictive pricing works in practice, and how brands like Tamaris are seeing results. Why Predictive Pricing? […]

The Corso Vittorio Emanuele store in Milan Credits: Courtesy of Geox Another meeting between trade unions and Geox is expected next week, coinciding with Milan Fashion Week. A workforce reduction of around 15 percent of the 750 global employees is on the table. This includes 500 employees at the Montebelluna headquarters, as reported in recent days by the Veneto edition of Corriere della Sera. The first meeting was held on September 10. Geox, listed on the Euronext Milan market, managed by […]

Threads Styling x Break.Archive campaign imagery. Credits: Break.Archive. Resale company Break Archive has reported what is now its second break in, this time at its London showroom where around 350,000 pounds of stock was stolen. A total of 120 luxury vintage bags from brands including Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Gucci were among the products taken from the retailer’s store in Mayfair on Monday night. Speaking to ITV News London, founder Gabriel Rylka expressed concerns over safety and […]

Puma's flagship store in New York City Credits: Image: Puma SE Recent takeover speculation surrounding sportswear manufacturer Puma SE cooled somewhat on Thursday. Puma's share price fell 4.3 percent to 22.28 euros. This made its shares among the biggest losers on the MDAX by midday. The share price had jumped by almost 17 percent to 23.28 euros midweek. One month ago, the share price hit a low of 17.045 euros, a level not seen since 2016. The year-to-date loss still stands at nearly 50 […]

Amaranth: Ceeann SS26 Ready to Wear, Robert Wun FW25 Haute Couture & Ceeann SS26 Ready to Wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Global trend forecasting and colour consultancy Pantone has revealed that the London Fashion Week (LFW) colour palette for spring/summer 2026, which runs from September 18 to 22, will blend “familiar comfort with new discoveries celebrating the beauty of the everyday”. For SS26, Pantone predicts that LFW designers will showcase an “eclectic display of […]

Credits: FIT The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) is set to host a new exhibition this fall that examines adaptive and inclusive design. Opening September 18, the new multidisciplinary exhibition, named ‘Adapt/Evolve’, spans across several programs within FIT’s School of Art and Design, and will present designs across fashion, footwear, accessories design, graphic, interior, jewelry, and toy sectors. The exhibition studies the several approaches taken to designing for accessibility […]

SS26. Credits: Marc Cain Marc Cain's new summery ajour knitwear combines airy lightness with trendy cut-outs, which are currently making a comeback. Subtle, stylishly placed cut-outs add delicate accents and make the dress a real eye-catcher for the 2026 season. The new knitwear highlight is ‘Knitted in Germany’, manufactured at the headquarters in Bodelshausen and also bears the ‘Rethink Together’ sustainability label. Made from organic cotton and a fine viscose lurex yarn, the dress […]

Forever 21 campaign Credits: Forever 21 Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), the global brand development and licensing platform, has announced a new partner network for Forever 21 in the US, as it looks to transform the fashion retailer into a digital-first, consumer-led brand. The new strategic partnership network aims to usher in a “new chapter” for Forever 21 by driving digital growth, wholesale expansion and kidswear innovation, as Authentic looks to broaden its strategy to modernise […]

Inspecs Credits: Inspecs Inspecs Group plc, a leading eyewear designer and manufacturer, has released its unaudited interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2025. The company's revenue for the period was 97.6 million pounds, a decrease from 100.6 million pounds in the first half of 2024. Underlying EBITDA also fell to 9 million pounds from 11 million pounds in the same period last year. The company noted that these results were lower than initially expected due to slower trading in […]

Credits: Levi’s As the first computer-animated feature film, it forever changed the world of animation and captured the hearts of generations of fans. To celebrate this milestone, Levi’s® and Disney Pixar have joined forces for an exclusive collection. This collection showcases the adventurous, Western-tinged character of Woody and the playful spirit of Toy Story. Credits: Levi’s The Levi’s® x Toy Story 30th Anniversary collection translates iconic characters and film moments […]

Preview of Designers at Debenhams x Ashish Credits: Debenhams Designers at Debenhams, the collaboration that brings catwalk glamour to the high street without the designer price tag, is back, returning for “a new generation” with London Fashion Week favourite Ashish. In a statement, Debenhams, part of the Debenhams Group, formerly Boohoo Group, said the rebooted ‘Designers at Debenhams’ for 2025 would be “unapologetically British, inclusive by design, and delivering runway-level […]

90 percent of investors continue to invest in the fashion and luxury sector Credits: FashionUnited, image generated using artificial intelligence According to Deloitte’s ‘Fashion & Luxury Private Equity and Investors Survey 2025’ report, 90 percent of investors remain active in the fashion and luxury sector. This is despite eight out of ten respondents expecting import tariffs to negatively impact the market. North America (35 percent), Europe (33 percent) and Asia (29 percent) are […]

Rochas AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Interparfums SA is discontinuing the Rochas ready-to-wear line. This was announced by WWD, which also stated that the autumn/winter 2025 collection, presented last March, was the brand's last. This decision, made by the fragrance group, marks a refocus on its core business. Strategic refocus Owner of the French fashion house since 2015, Interparfums justified this decision by its desire to concentrate on its core business of fragrances and beauty […]

Mercedes Valencia (left) and Cristina Alcedo, co-founders of Coma. Credits: Coma Interview Continuing our series of publications on Spanish entrepreneurship in Dubai, following the interview with Enrique Hormigo, founder of Montroi, we now turn our attention to Coma. This Dubai-based fashion brand, boasting entirely local production within the emirate, was co-founded by Spaniards Mercedes Valencia and Cristina Alcedo. From Dubai to the world, via Spain. This could be the most succinct summary […]

Manolo Blahnik store opening campaign imagery. Credits: Manolo Blahnik. Footwear and accessories brand Manolo Blahnik has opened its first standalone store in Milan, Italy, as part of efforts to solidify its commitment to Italian craftsmanship. The luxury label’s new location, the second in Italy, is located in the Via Pietro Verri area in a 100 square metre space spanning two-storeys. The interior is reminiscent of Manolo Blahnik’s signature aesthetic, and also pays tribute to the late […]

Nottingham Superdry Store Credits: Superdry Superdry is proud to announce its return to Nottingham with the opening of a brand-new Superdry & Co store on Thursday, 18th September 2025. This marks the brand's first store launch this year, and introduces a new premium concept designed to elevate the customer experience. Located on the corner of Low Pavement and Lister Gate in the city centre, the 6,000 sq. ft store features a lighter, brighter, and more contemporary design - the perfect […]

Next Fosse Park store Credits: Next Plc Next Plc has reported strong half-year results but issued a cautious outlook for the second half of the year, warning that sales growth is expected to slow. The company's profit before tax increased by 13.8 percent to 515 million pounds in the six months to July 2025. Full-price sales also rose by 10.9 percent. Next forecast sales growth of 4.5 per cent for the second half of the year, down from the 10.5 per cent achieved in the second quarter, when it […]

In Pictures Credits: Ralph Lauren main image/©Launchmetrics/spotlight It seems inevitable that the Council of Fashion Designers of America will once again crown Ralph Lauren as Womenswear Designer of the Year for the tenth time. This unprecedented achievement underscores Lauren’s unique place in an industry that constantly craves novelty yet reveres the timeless heritage he embodies. New York Fashion Week may have drawn to a close, but it began with an unforgettable statement: Ralph […]

Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Co-creative directors Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia have announced their departure from Oscar de la Renta to focus on the development of their own ready-to-wear label, Monse. Since 2016, Kim and Garcia have been co-creative directors at Oscar de la Renta. The privately held company is owned by the de la Renta family and led by Alex Bolen. They took on this role two years after the death of the eponymous founder, replacing Peter […]

Faverolles meetings September 2025 Credits: Quentin Bertoux The Faverolles Meetings, organised by IFM Alumni at the Domaine des Oseraies, in Eure-et-Loir, reached a new milestone on Saturday September 13, 2025 by hosting the Fashion Forum. Until now, the Faverolles Meetings, held at the Domaine des Oseraies, brought together the alumni network of the Institut Français de la Mode (IFM Alumni). By proposing to hold the Fashion Forum at the same time, they attracted a wider audience of fashion […]

John Lewis, Oxford Street store. Credits: John Lewis Partnership. Consumer confidence in the UK slipped further in September, with fashion and retail sectors feeling the blunt of swelling cost pressures. According to recent BRC-Opinium data, optimism about the economy deteriorated: expectations for its state over the next three months dropped to -36, from -32 in August. Personal financial outlook also edged down to -7 (from -6). Yet where households are most strained, behaviour exhibits […]

Francesca Bellettini Credits: Kering Her departure had been rumoured for weeks, and this afternoon, it was confirmed. Gucci released a statement announcing Stefano Cantino’s decision to leave the company. In a separate statement, the French company announced Francesca Bellettini as the new CEO and president of Gucci. Cantino’s exit and Bellettini’s appointment as head of Gucci indicate that Luca de Meo, Kering’s CEO since last Monday, is rapidly shaping his strategy. Stefano Cantino […]

Nike X Air Afrique Credits: Nike Nike and Air Afrique, a Paris-based creative collective, have joined forces to launch the Air Max RK61, a dress shoe silhouette that bridges heritage, craft and innovation in a design that evokes shared memories of travel. The Air Max RK61 applies Air to a new canvas, blending cultural memory with modern design, a sporty attitude, signature technology and sartorial elegance. Named after the original Air Afrique airline’s flight code, RK, and its founding […]

Football. Credits: Unsplash Paris - The Arnault family, majority shareholder of Paris FC via its holding company Agache, has appointed the CEO of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin (LVMH Group), Jean-Marc Gallot, as the football club's managing director. He will take up the position from October 1. The Ligue 1 club and the holding company announced the appointment in a statement on Wednesday. Gallot, who spent twenty-two years at French billionaire Bernard Arnault's LVMH Group, succeeds Alexis de Seze. […]

Deb Redmond, Reed Krakoff, Michele Parsons and John Demsey Credits: Gap Inc. Gap Inc. is making a strategic push into the beauty and accessories markets, appointing new leadership and engaging industry experts to guide the expansion. The company announced the appointments of Deb Redmond as general manager of beauty and Michele Parsons as general manager of accessories. These new categories are seen as a way for Gap Inc. to extend the reach of its brands and deepen connections with customers. […]

Credits: Fred Perry X Palace Fred Perry and Palace have joined forces for a collaborative release that bridges British sportswear heritage with contemporary street culture. The partnership introduces a collection that places the Fred Perry Shirt at its core while expanding into complementary pieces that reflect both brands’ identities. Heritage Meets Street Culture The collection pays tribute to Fred Perry’s legacy as both a tennis champion and cultural icon. Since its introduction in […]

Ewan Venters, executive chairman, Paul Smith Credits: Paul Smith Paul Smith Ltd., a leading British design company, has appointed Ewan Venters to the newly created role of executive chairman, effective October 1, 2025. Venters, who has served as a non-executive director at the company since February, was previously the CEO of the global contemporary art gallery, Hauser & Wirth. Sir Paul Smith, the company’s founder, expressed his excitement about Venters joining the team just as the […]

Credits: Unsplash. Luxury houses are significantly increasing their spending on technology. This is the main finding of the fourth edition of the "Luxury and Technology" report conducted jointly by Bain & Company and the Comité Colbert. Technology, an essential strategic lever The study reveals that 85 percent of chief executive officers believe that technology is important for the execution of their strategy, while 8 percent even consider it essential. Luxury houses are demonstrating […]

Credits: Gucci First unveiled at the Cruise 2026 fashion show in Florence last May, the design is ultralight and low to the ground, anchored by the House’s signature Web stripe, an equestrian-inspired detail that connects heritage with modern design. Balancing ease and refinement, Gucci Shift plays with proportion and tone across its variations, embracing the nuance of everyday style while remaining just ahead of the moment. For women, the sneaker blends mesh GG fabric and soft suede with […]

Jaden Smith, men’s creative director at Christian Louboutin Credits: Christian Louboutin by Thibaut Grevet Luxury footwear brand Christian Louboutin is looking to elevate its menswear offering with the appointment of American rapper and actor Jaden Smith as the brand’s first-ever men’s creative director. In a statement, Christian Louboutin said that Smith would oversee the creation of four collections annually across men’s shoes, leather goods, and accessories, with his debut […]

Burberry AW25 catwalk show at LFW Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight London Fashion Week’s spring/summer 2026 season officially kicks off on Thursday, September 18, and is being billed as a bold reset to drive the “next British fashion era,” spotlighting emerging talent such as Oscar Ouyang and Joshua Ewusie, alongside fashion week stewards Burberry, Erdem and Richard Quinn. This season marks the British Fashion Council’s new chief executive, Laura Weir’s first season in charge and […]

Credits: Joor Independent fashion boutiques are moving from the sidelines to centre stage in the global wholesale market, according to new data from Joor, the fashion industry’s largest digital wholesale platform. The company’s annual JOOR 100: Top Global Retailers 2025, released this week, charts a sector that is not just resilient but expanding rapidly despite inflationary pressures and rising operating costs. This year’s list features 87 new entrants, including The Webster and […]

WGSN and Coloro announce the key colours for autumn/winter 2027–2028 Credits: WGSN and Coloro Designers are currently showcasing spring/summer 2026 trends on the catwalks. However, trend forecasters WGSN and its colour specialist sister company, Coloro, are one step ahead. The duo is already looking towards autumn/winter 2027/28. They released their four predicted key colours on Wednesday. Amidst the ongoing uncertainties of a global polycrisis, the key colours for AW27/28 respond to […]

Credits: Cobmex Cobmex Apparel Inc., a global leader in uniform knitwear, has expanded its scholarship program with George Brown College’s School of Fashion, growing from two awards to three in its second year. Alongside the existing Innovation in Uniform Design and Sustainability in Uniform Apparel Scholarships, Cobmex has introduced the new Excellence in Uniform Apparel Scholarship, the program’s highest honor, recognizing top students for outstanding design and professional promise. […]

TATi x Selina Seibel Credits: TATi Fashion Month is in full swing and usually centers around the four classic fashion capitals: Paris, London, New York and Milan. Zurich, and more specifically Mode Suisse & Friends 2025, however, is one of the first events of the month. It puts the Swiss fashion scene in the spotlight. In addition to established names such as Danz and Anastasia Bull, the “Friends” and fashion schools such as Geneva University of Art and Design, Mode Suisse once again […]

Vette, creator platform by Condé Nast Credits: Condé Nast Condé Nast is making a decisive push into the creator economy with Vette, a platform for influencer-run storefronts launching in early 2026. The concept, according to Vogue Business, gives editors, influencers and other tastemakers the tools to run their own e-commerce boutiques without inventory or operations teams. Brands drop-ship, Vette processes checkout, and creators curate a seamless alternative to clunky affiliate links. Lisa […]

Jill Dvorak Credits: NRF Paris - This week marks the debut of NRF Retail's Big Show in Europe, a new trade show organised in partnership with Comexposium to serve the European retail market. The show, which takes place in Paris from 16-18 September 2025, is a natural expansion for the National Retail Federation (NRF) following its long-standing show in New York and a successful launch in the Asia-Pacific region two years ago. The event aims to bring together the best of European retail, […]

Image of the Mythes exhibition, curated by Jacquemus. Credits: Courtesy of Jacquemus, Galerie Chenel and Galerie Dina Vierny Fashion designer Simon Porte Jacquemus embarks on a new artistic project as curator and scenographer of the "Mythes" exhibition. This exhibition presents a dialogue between works of antiquity and those of the sculptor Aristide Maillol. The exhibition, created in collaboration with Galerie Chenel and Galerie Dina Vierny, will be held at the Collège des Bernardins in […]

Credits: Cobmex Cobmex Apparel Inc. has expanded its scholarship program with George Brown College’s School of Fashion, adding a third award to support students pursuing careers in uniform design. The program, now in its second year, originally offered two awards: the Innovation in Uniform Design Scholarship and the Sustainability in Uniform Apparel Scholarship. A new award, the Excellence in Uniform Apparel Scholarship, will serve as the program’s top honor, recognizing a student who […]

Credits: Uniqlo International clothing retailer Uniqlo announced today that KAWS, the contemporary artist known for his signature style subverting pop culture, has joined Uniqlo as its first Artist In Residence. In this new role, KAWS will bolster initiatives within the Uniqlo philosophy of Art For All through art events in Uniqlo stores worldwide and with the brand’s various museum partners. As Artist In Residence, KAWS will also play a role in the development of future LifeWear products, […]

Limited edition Selfridges and Disney yellow bags for the festive season Credits: Selfridges / Disney British luxury department store Selfridges is teaming up with Disney to celebrate the festive season across its London, Manchester, and Birmingham stores, as well as online. Billed as the “most magical Christmas,” the festive collaboration will see Selfridges stores transformed to excite and enchant visitors with “festive wonderlands filled with stardust,” offering nostalgia and […]

Quiz Clothing campaign Credits: Quiz Clothing Scottish-based womenswear brand Quiz Clothing has bounced back to double-digit sales growth, as its new operational streamlining strategy introduced in February 2025 begins to pay off. In a statement, Quiz reported a 14 percent increase in like-for-like store sales during July and August, while online sales during the same period grew 5 percent. The results follow a significant restructuring from the fashion brand, where it made investments in […]

Laura Ashley homeware Credits: Laura Ashley British fashion and home heritage brand Laura Ashley is set to open its first standalone store in more than five years at the Lakeside Retail Park in Essex on September 26. The opening marks the first bricks-and-mortar UK store under new owners Marquee Brands, the New York-based brand accelerator and owner of 17 brands, including Ben Sherman, which acquired the quintessential British brand in January from global asset experts Gordon Brothers. The […]

Credits: Accessories winner: Along the Grain – Tracing Moments of Transition by Orla Reilly. Seven emerging designers from around the world are presenting sustainable innovations at this year’s Material Matters Fair as winners of the Only Natural International Student Design Competition. The contest challenges students to rethink the dominance of synthetics in fashion and design by working with renewable fibres such as wool, hemp, leather and wood. Organizers argue that students are well […]

Background Cotton is also grown in Europe, especially in Greece. Credits: Nafpaktos Textile Industry S.A. Cotton has been the world's most popular clothing fibre for years. Surveys confirm this time and again. However, cotton is no longer the most produced clothing fibre. Its market share in the total fibre market is now only around 20 percent. This was not always the case. In the 1960s, its share was about 70 percent, and at the end of the 1980s it was still almost 50 percent. The year […]

Store in München Credits: Ralph Lauren Ralph Lauren Corporation has introduced its new strategic growth plan, "Next Great Chapter: Drive," along with a long-term financial outlook. According to a company announcement, the plan is designed to deliver sustainable growth and create value for the long term. Three-year financial outlook includes revenue increasing at a compounded annual growth rate of mid-single digits and operating profit growth exceeding top-line growth by fiscal 2028 in […]

Attendees of New York Fashion Week FW24, street style imagery. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight More and more American designers are opting to show outside of the United States in lieu of major European cities in the hopes of boosting brand exposure, connecting with a wider client base, and safeguarding future profit - but what impact is this having on NYFW? Steven Kolb, CEO and President of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), painted an optimistic picture for the future of […]

Credits: McQueen Episode 1: ‘Dante’ McQueen Autumn Winter 1996 Alexander McQueen opens the doors of the archive for the first time in a new series of films: Documenting McQueen, unearthing the origins of the signature codes and stories that define the house. In this first episode of a 3-part series, Alistair O’Neill, fashion historian and professor at Central Saint Martins, shares insight into Lee Alexander McQueen’s Autumn Winter 1996 ‘Dante’ collection, exploring the innovative […]

Actio CEO Hajir Hajji (left) on stage at the NRF Retail Big Show Credits: FashionUnited Paris - At the NRF Retail Big Show in Paris, Action chief executive officer (CEO) Hajir Hajji spoke about the company's growth strategy and how technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), is being implemented to support its rapid expansion. The Dutch discount retailer, founded in 1993, has grown from a family-owned business to a European powerhouse with more than 3,000 stores across 14 countries. […]

JCA I London Fashion Academy; Hanover Square Credits: Courtes JCA This week, the JCA | London Fashion Academy returns with its fourth annual MA show, a showcase of boundary pushing design, brand innovation and sustainable practice from its graduating cohort. Slated for Friday 19 September, the event will be staged at the newly opened rooftop beach club in White City Living, in partnership with St James, part of the Berkeley Group. The location choice follows last year’s successful […]

Credits: Calvin Klein Calvin Klein, Inc. presented today Veronica Leoni’s Calvin Klein Collection Spring 2026 runway show at the Brant Foundation in lower Manhattan. Veronica’s sophomore Calvin Klein Collection for Spring 2026 expands on the idea of clothes for life, translating meaningful simplification into magnified normality. Imbued with a morning after attitude that blends 9AM with 9PM, the Collection is inspired by cinematic American characters that exist in New York City and the […]

Puma's flagship store in New York City Credits: Puma Puma's shares, which have struggled this year, received a further boost on Tuesday from speculation about a possible merger with Adidas. The shares had already gained some ground the previous day after an investor suggested a merger in an interview on Friday. Now the debate has widened. Puma's share price rose by 4.2 percent, reaching its highest level in almost two weeks. Adidas shares, on the other hand, fell by one percent in the DAX. Roy […]

Retail employment in the UK has entered a troubling downturn. According to the latest report by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), there were 2.73 million jobs in retail in June 2025. The four-quarter average, which smooths out seasonal hiring variations, stood at 2.78 million jobs, some 97,000 fewer than at the same point last year, and 393,000 fewer than in 2015. On a more detailed basis, full-time roles now number 1.28 million; part-time jobs at 1.50 million. Full-time positions are […]

Mango headquarters Credits: Courtesy of Mango Spanish fast fashion retailer Mango has been recognized as one of the “best companies in the world” for a second year running by Time Magazine. The global ranking from the publication, now in its third year, is based on an assessment conducted by Time Magazine and Statista, and includes a comprehensive analysis methodology that examines companies across three core criteria: employee satisfaction, revenue growth, and sustainability performance. […]

Boden campaign image Credits: Boden British clothing brand Boden is back reporting growth across all major markets, including the UK and US, and a return to profitability in 2024, after what founder and creative director Johnnie Boden described as a "tricky few years". In the year to December 28, 2024, JP Boden (Holdings) Limited Group turnover was up 19 percent to 362.8 million pounds, from 304.5 million pounds in 2023, while profit before tax turned around the 12.3-million-pound loss in 2023 […]

Thebe Magugu at the Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel in Cape Town Credits: Belmond South African designer Thebe Magugu will make his debut in luxury hospitality design this December with an exclusive partnership with A Belmond Hotel, Cape Town, bringing his distinctive Afro-modernist vision to the property. In a statement, the Belmond group owned by luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, said Magugu would be redesigning a suite in the Mount Nelson hotel as an “elegant trove of […]

In Pictures NYFW: Sperry x MONSE Collection Officially Debuts Credits: Andrew Werner American lifestyle brand Sperry debuted its first-ever collaboration with New York-based label Monse during New York Fashion Week. The collaboration sees Monse step into the footwear category for the first time and comes two seasons after Monse partnered with Sperry to feature its designs during its NYFW shows. NYFW: Sperry x MONSE Collection Officially Debuts Credits: Andrew Werner […]

In images Presentation of Paso Colorado at Runway 7. Credits: @art_of_jabbar Buenos Aires - From September 10 to 14, Runway 7 held its ninth edition during New York Fashion Week at Sony Hall, featuring over 130 designers. The event brought together 28 Latin American brands from countries like Argentina, Mexico, and Colombia, as well as international offerings from Japan, the UK, and Portugal. Over five days, the runway shows highlighted a range of fashion, from ready-to-wear to couture. […]

Nextil “Nextil Elastic Fabrics” production plant in Guatemala. Credits: Nextil. Madrid – The Spanish textile company Nextil Group has secured a major partnership with the US multinational Maxum International Group, becoming a key player in Maxum’s supply chain. This partnership is a direct result of the relocation of production by US companies, driven by the new trade and tariff policies of President Donald J. Trump. The exclusive production contract is valued at a minimum of 175 […]

Gosha Rubchinskiy Credits: Bikkembergs Gosha Rubchinskiy is relaunching his eponymous brand. The controversial designer announced the comeback of his own label in an Instagram post in February. Now, actions are following words. In an interview with the industry magazine Business of Fashion (BoF), Rubchinskiy revealed that he is ready to "start all over again". A first selection of basics, including T-shirts, jogging bottoms, rucksacks, hoodies and bomber jackets, is already available in the […]

Vuori New York flagship store Credits: Vuori / Photo courtesy of Leandro Justen Vuori, the performance and lifestyle brand inspired by coastal California, has appointed Andrew Campion to its board of directors and its audit committee. Campion brings over 17 years of executive experience from Nike, where he served as chief operating officer, chief financial officer, and head of global strategy. Before his time at Nike, he was senior vice president of corporate development at The Walt Disney […]

Jody Gerson Credits: Gap Inc Gap Inc. has appointed Jody Gerson, the chairman and CEO of Universal Music Publishing Group (UMPG), to its board of directors, effective immediately. Gerson is recognised as a trailblazer in the music and entertainment industry, with over three decades of experience leading digital transformation and championing creativity and innovation. She is the first female CEO of a major music publisher and the first woman to chair a global music company. Gap Inc. welcomes […]

Credits: FatFace British brand FatFace has launched a Petite offering, extending its size range to ensure a more inclusive reach as part of a wider product expansion strategy. Available exclusively on FatFace’s e-commerce site and via Next, the Petite fit is offered for all of the brand’s dresses and jumpsuits, instead of being part of a reduced or edited selection. The sizing is specifically designed for customers under five foot three inches. The formation of the line responds to […]

Lyle & Scott x Stutterheim. Credits: Lyle & Scott Heritage meets modern resilience in Lyle & Scott’s latest collaboration with Swedish outerwear purveyor Stutterheim. Announced via the brand’s LinkedIn channel, the capsule introduces a curated selection of garments that blend British knitwear tradition with Nordic rainwear refinement. The line is designed to withstand inclement weather and redefine the way we navigate it. Described as “a uniform for uncertain days,” the […]

Credits: Cheshire fashion week Cheshire Fashion Week 2025 is set to attract international designers, high-profile buyers, media, and emerging talent from around the world. With its established reputation as the 'biggest fashion week in the North outside London', Cheshire has become a leading fashion destination in the UK, attracting talent from across the USA, Ireland, and the UK. Tela Morris, the USA-based designer behind Unblemished by Cherice, who champions sustainability and […]

Valeria Golino, Vogue Italia, September 2003 Credits: Vincent Peters via Kering and Vogue Italia After a teaser announcement over the summer, Vogue Italia and Kering’s first-ever Cinemoda Club opens next week across three of Milan’s most storied independent cinemas, Arlecchino, Mexico and Palestrina, coinciding with Milan Fashion Week. The three-day programme (25–27 September) aims to do more than entertain; it positions cinema as a living archive of fashion’s aesthetics, politics and […]

Dylon Laundrette London Fashion Week pop-up Credits: Courtesy Dylon In a season where “new” remains the default fashion language, Dylon Detergent is betting on maintenance rather than novelty. From 18 to 21 September, the Henkel-owned household dye brand will stage its boldest London Fashion Week activation yet: a pop-up “Refresh & Renew Laundrette” on Carnaby Street. The concept borrows as much from experiential retail as from dry-cleaning. Visitors can book one-hour styling […]

Arne store at Liverpool One. Credits: Landsec. Contemporary clothing brand Arne has opened its first permanent store after hosting a series of pop-up locations. The new standalone flagship, spanning 6,750 square feet, is located at Liverpool One, where the brand had previously hosted temporary activations. Within the space, Arne offers clothing and footwear across menswear and womenswear collections. Next to this, the brand’s in-store ice cream and bakery concept, Arne Bites, is also […]

AI generated image illustrating the connection between the fashion industry and methane emissions Credits: Gemini AI Collective Fashion Justice (CFJ), the charity dedicated to a total ethics fashion system that protects people, animals, and the planet, has released the first-ever calculation of the fashion industry’s methane footprint and claims the global fashion industry is responsible for emitting an estimated 8.3 million tonnes of methane every year. The white paper produced and reviewed […]

Kickback platform Credits: Kickback London Sneaker School, which has taught more than 200 people the art of shoemaking, is launching a new footwear platform designed to enable creators and communities to bring their ideas to life. The ‘Kickback’ platform aims to empower anyone to design a shoe, launch it and sell it, as the educational institution looks to continue its commitment to making sneaker design more accessible and transparent. Jase Cooper, chief executive of Kickback, said in a […]

Vera Bradley Credits: Facebook/Vera Bradley Vera Bradley, Inc. has announced its financial results for the second quarter of its fiscal year, which ended on January 31, 2026. The company's consolidated net revenues from continuing operations for the quarter were 70.9 million dollars, a notable decrease from 94 million dollars in the same period last year. Vera Bradley reported a net loss from continuing operations of 4.7 million dollars, or 17 cents per diluted share. On a non-GAAP basis, the […]

Exterior of a Bimba y Lola store. Credits: Bimba y Lola. Madrid – Bimba y Lola has reported a strong performance for the first half of its 2025 financial year, with revenue growing by 7 percent, more than double the growth rate from the same period last year. While specific total revenue figures were not disclosed, the company's financial health seems robust, building on a year that closed with total sales of 234 million euros. The company’s growth was primarily driven by its physical […]

Swarovski brings crystal artistry to the Off-White™ runway. Credits: Swarovski Swarovski has collaborated with Off-White™ for New York Fashion Week, bringing its crystal savoir-faire to the brand’s SS26 ready-to-wear collection. Tailored silhouettes, layered textures, and expressive embellishment define the collection, with Swarovski Crystals masterfully applied on outerwear, denim, and accessories. From cropped bombers with crystallized logos to denim jackets and flare pants encrusted […]

Dickies logo Credits: VF Corporation, Business Wire VF Corporation has announced a definitive agreement to sell its Dickies brand to Bluestar Alliance for 600 million dollars in cash. The transaction is expected to close by the end of 2025, pending regulatory approvals. A new chapter for an iconic brand Dickies is an iconic American brand known for its durable workwear that has also become a key part of streetwear culture. With a history spanning over a century, the brand is recognised for its […]

Demonstration in Switzerland: Thirteen Swiss organisations call for political measures against fast fashion. Credits: © volltoll.ch / Public Eye Paris - "Without delay", "immediately": European textile and clothing companies "can no longer wait years for measures to be taken against ultra fast fashion", they write in a joint letter to the European Commission. Fashion and textile players are growing impatient with the slow legislative response to Shein, Temu and AliExpress. These large Asian […]