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  • SPFW N57 spotlights original Brazilian fashion
    by news@fashionunited.com (Marta De Divitiis) on 23/04/2024 at 12:57

    João Pimenta FW24. Credits: Gustavo Scatena/Ag. Fotosite The 57th edition of the São Paulo Fashion Week (SPFW) - entitled 'Sintonia', which took place at the Iguatemi São Paulo and JK Iguatemi shopping centres, came to an end on Sunday, April 14. This season the event featured 27 fashion shows, 11 fewer than in the previous edition, but which highlighted the importance of brands that are considered small, more unique, with a strong artisanal appeal. From the opening, with Aluf parading to […]

  • Circular Textile Days 2024: September 18 & 19
    by news@fashionunited.com (Partner) on 23/04/2024 at 12:24

    Credits: Circular Textile Days The fourth edition of Circular Textile Days will take place on Wednesday and Thursday, September 18 & 19. The event, dedicated to circularity in the textile industry, facilitates a platform for organisations of various countries to come together and to showcase the latest developments, gain knowledge about European laws and regulations and actively contribute to shaping future standards in the textile industry. "Moving beyond dialogue” Let’s be done […]

  • Mango launches Victoria Beckham collaboration
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 23/04/2024 at 10:37

    In Pictures Victoria Beckham x Mango collection Credits: Mango Spanish fashion retailer Mango has unveiled its spring/summer 2024 capsule collection designed in collaboration with British fashion designer Victoria Beckham. The capsule Victoria Beckham x Mango collection launches today, April 23 and features ready-to-wear, including tailoring, lingerie dresses, and knitwear, alongside bags, jewellery, and footwear. Victoria Beckham x Mango collection Credits: Mango Inspired by the […]

  • H&M announces Central Saint Martins fashion and journalism winners
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 23/04/2024 at 10:15

    H&M x Central Saint Martins award winners Credits: H&M by Angela Tozzi Fashion retailer H&M and university Central Saint Martins have announced the four winners of its H&M Sustainable Fashion and Journalism awards for 2024. The awards were announced last September to support emerging designers and journalists and to encourage the next generation of fashion leaders to further engage with sustainability and accelerate the shift to circular fashion. The four winners include BA […]

  • Hellmann's Canada unveils sneakers made from food waste
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 23/04/2024 at 09:59

    Hellmann's Canada ‘1352: Refreshed Sneakers’ Credits: Hellmann's Canada In Pictures Mayonnaise brand Hellmann's Canada is shining a spotlight on food waste with the launch of a new limited-edition sneaker made in collaboration with Italian-based sustainable fashion brand ID.Eight. The ‘1352: Refreshed Sneakers’ have been made using common food waste items, such as corn, mushrooms, apples, and grapes, as Hellmann's Canada challenges Canadians to rethink their food consumption. While the […]

  • Glossier brings back scheme to support Black beauty entrepreneurs
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 23/04/2024 at 09:46

    Glossier products Credits: Unsplash Beauty Beauty brand Glossier has confirmed that its UK Black Beauty Grant Programme, which launched last year in partnership with Black Girl Fest Studios, is returning for 2024 to offer funding and tailored business support to Black beauty entrepreneurs in the UK. The UK grant programme builds off Glossier’s US initiative that began in 2020 and has since partnered with more than 30 founders leading 32 innovative beauty brands, as it looks “to change how […]

  • Rwandan LGBTQ fashion designer plans comeback after arrest
    by news@fashionunited.com (AFP) on 23/04/2024 at 09:40

    Rwandan fashion designer Moise Turahirwa. Credits: Luis Tato/AFP Less than a decade after founding Moshions, a fashion brand whose customers included Rwanda's President Paul Kagame, LGBTQ designer Moise Turahirwa's career came to a crashing halt following their arrest a year ago. Turahirwa was charged after sharing a post on Instagram claiming that their passport was changed to reflect their gender. Now out on bail, the 33-year-old told AFP they were shocked by the speed with which their life […]

  • JCA | London Fashion Academy teams up with Pineider
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 23/04/2024 at 09:32

    Professor Jimmy Choo Credits: JCA | London Fashion Academy Professor Jimmy Choo’s JCA | London Fashion Academy has announced a multi-faceted partnership with Pineider, the prestigious Italian stationery, leather goods and lifestyle brand. In a statement, JCA said that the partnership would include illustration and design competitions for its students, show sponsorship, internships, and the creation of on-demand JCA merchandise. The JCA second-year students will kick off the partnership with […]

  • Jason Wu Beauty expands in the US
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 23/04/2024 at 09:16

    Jason Wu Beauty Credits: Jason Wu Beauty Beauty Jason Wu Beauty, the cosmetics brand founded in 2021 by cosmetics industry legend Toni Ko and fashion designer Jason Wu, is expanding into CVS stores across the US. The beauty brand is joining CVS’s off-shelf display programme and launching a range of affordable essentials for the eyes, cheeks, lips, and brows in more than 3,000 CVS stores nationwide. Commenting on the expansion, Wu said in a statement: “We created Jason Wu Beauty to inspire […]

  • YSL Beauty expands rewilding initiative
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 23/04/2024 at 09:02

    Beauty YSL Beauty ‘Rewild Our Earth’ programme Credits: YSL Beauty French luxury cosmetics brand YSL Beauty has announced two new rewilding projects in partnership with global non-government organisation Re:Wild as part of its ongoing commitment to help nature return to its wild state. Due to climate change and extensive human utilisation of nature’s surfaces, the wild is in decline, with almost 75 percent of all wild places having been degraded and more than 1 million species at […]

  • Indigenous fashion center stage in Mexico presidential election
    by news@fashionunited.com (AFP) on 23/04/2024 at 08:31

    Credits: Alfredo Estrella/AFP After years of fighting for greater recognition, Mexico's Indigenous weavers have seen their creations thrust into the spotlight by the two women leading the country's presidential race. The brightly colored, elaborately embroidered garments handcrafted by generations of artisans have long enchanted visitors to Mexico -- including international designers whose use of the motifs have sparked accusations of plagiarism. Now an aficionado of the Indigenous designs is […]

  • Tapestry responds to FTC's lawsuit blocking acquisition of Capri Holdings
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 23/04/2024 at 08:27

    Exterior of the New York Stock Exchange decorated with Tapestry canvas Credits: Tapestry The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has sued to block Tapestry’s 8.5 billion dollars acquisition of Capri Holdings Limited, a deal that seeks to combine three close competitors – Tapestry’s Coach and Kate Spade brands and Capri’s Michael Kors brand. The Commission issued an administrative complaint and authorised a lawsuit in federal court to block the proposed acquisition, alleging that […]

  • Colombian designer jailed 18 months over reptile handbags
    by news@fashionunited.com (AFP) on 23/04/2024 at 08:24

    Credits: HANDOUT/Colombian Migration Office/AFP A celebrity fashion designer was sentenced Monday to 18 months in prison for smuggling handbags made from the skin of protected reptiles into the United States. Colombian national Nancy Gonzalez, 71, admitted in November to illegally importing purses made from caiman and python skins between February 2016 and April 2019. Both animals are protected under a multinational treaty called the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of […]

  • JD Sports to acquire US-based Hibbett for 1.08 billion dollars
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 23/04/2024 at 07:45

    Hibbett store Credits: Hibbett Sports JD Sports Fashion has announced the proposed acquisition of sports-fashion brand Hibbett. Today the group proposed to acquire 100 percent stake in Hibbett for a price of 87.50 dollars per share in cash, implying an equity value of 1,083 million dollars and an enterprise value of 1,109 million dollars. Commenting on the development, Régis Schultz, CEO of JD Sports Fashion Plc, said: "We are delighted to announce the proposed acquisition of Hibbett. […]

  • Vivienne Westwood’s personal wardrobe to be auctioned
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 23/04/2024 at 07:26

    Vivienne Westwood shoes Credits: Victoria and Albert Museum, London The personal wardrobe of the late British designer Dame Vivienne Westwood is to be auctioned at Christie’s this summer. The landmark sale will raise funds for the causes Dame Vivienne championed throughout her life, with proceeds directed towards supporting The Vivienne Foundation, Amnesty International, Médecins Sans Frontières, and Greenpeace. The auctions will showcase the personal wardrobe featuring some of the most […]

  • THG delivers 4.5 percent Q1 sales increase
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 23/04/2024 at 07:18

    Cult Beauty, THG Credits: Cult Beauty, Facebook, THG Overall THG Group achieved first quarter revenue growth of 4.5 percent to 455.4 million pounds. The company said in a release that THG Beauty delivered a growth of 11.1 percent to 267.6 million pounds following targeted changes to geographic strategy through 2023, focusing on more profitable customers and territories closest to the global distribution hubs. Commenting on the trading update, Matthew Moulding, CEO of THG said: "Following the […]

  • Golden Goose posts strong Q1, appoints Marco Bizzarri to board
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 23/04/2024 at 07:01

    Golden Goose store in Milan Credits: Golden Goose Following a strong performance in 2023, Golden Goose net revenues for the first quarter increased by 12 percent at constant exchange and 11 percent on a reported basis, while maintaining strong margins. The company also announced the appointment of Marco Bizzarri, former president and CEO of Gucci, to its board of directors. The company’s direct-to-consumer channel rose by 20 percent at constant exchange and 18 percent on a reported basis, […]

  • Is Hedi Slimane exiting Celine?
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 23/04/2024 at 06:52

    Celine SS23 Credits: Hedi Slimane for Celine Since the beginning of April, speculation has been rife regarding the potential departure of Hedi Slimane from Celine and LVMH. Mr. Slimane assumed the role of Celine’s creative director in January 2018, purportedly under a six-year contract. This contract came up for renewal early in 2024, and despite ongoing negotiations, no announcement regarding his future tenure has been made. According to Business of Fashion, the star designer and LVMH have […]

  • Charles Tyrwhitt posts strong sales growth in 2023
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 23/04/2024 at 05:58

    Charles Tyrwhitt Credits: New York Jets/Charles Tyrwhitt Turnover at British shirt maker Charles Tyrwhitt for the year to July 29, 2023 increased 45 percent to 269.2 million pounds, of which 49 percent was contributed by the UK market and 51 percent by the rest of the world. Founders Nicholas Wheeler and his wife, Chrissie Rucker earned over 21 million pounds last year as the company benefitted from growing demand for suits and shirts. The company owned by Bectin Ltd said in accounts filed […]

  • Gildan reshuffles board, ropes in ex-Goldman Sachs executive as chairman
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 23/04/2024 at 05:27

    Gildan Activewear headquarters in Honduras Credits: Gildan Activewear Gildan Activewear has announced a refreshed board of directors with five new appointments. Timothy (Tim) Hodgson, former special advisor to governor Carney at the Bank of Canada and former CEO of Goldman Sachs Canada, Lewis L. (Lee) Bird III, former chairman and chief executive officer of At Home Group, Jane Craighead, former senior vice president global human resources at Scotiabank, Lynn Loewen, former president of Minogue […]

  • HanesBrands Inc to achieve zero waste across its operations by 2025
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 22/04/2024 at 20:13

    HanesBrands corporate headquarters Credits: HanesBrands Inc HanesBrands Inc., the parent company of apparel brands Hanes, Champion, Bonds, Maidenform, and Bali, is set to achieve zero waste across its operations by 2025, according to its latest Sustainability report. The report, published on Earth Day, April 20, highlights the steps the apparel company has taken to ensure it reaches its sustainability goals for 2025 to 2030, which center around its core pillars of People, Planet, and Product. […]

  • Perry Ellis International expands partnership with CleanHub against plastic waste
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 22/04/2024 at 19:10

    CleanHub x Perry Ellis International expanded partnership Credits: Generated AI Image for FashionUnited Perry Ellis International, Inc (PEI), the parent company of Original Penguin and Perry Ellis, has expanded its partnership with CleanHub to include the Perry Ellis brand in its effort to intercept plastic waste before it contaminates oceans and waterways. The expansion of its partnerships sees PEI allocating a portion of its sales towards retrieving an extra 10,000 pounds of plastic every […]

  • Vestiaire Collective introduces cost-per-wear metric as part of its 2024 Circularity Report
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 22/04/2024 at 17:00

    Cost-per-wear metric, from new Circularity Report Credits: Vestiaire Collective French resale luxury fashion platform Vestiaire Collective has launched a new metric to highlight the impact of overconsumption and fast fashion within the fashion industry. Designed to help consumers develop a deeper understanding of the value of fashion, the cost-per-wear metric underlines the true cost of an item by breaking it down into cost per wear. Part of the platform’s new Circularity Report, published […]

  • TikTok Shop launches new 'Preowned Luxury' category in the UK
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 22/04/2024 at 16:08

    TikTok Shop Credits: Pexels, Cottonbro TikTok Shop, the social commerce marketplace from the social media platform, has expanded its ‘Preowned Luxury’ category to the UK market. Announced on April 22, Earth Day, the development sees TikTok expand its luxury category to consumers across the pond, as it goes head to head with luxury secondhand marketplaces such as The RealReal, Vestiaire Collective, Depp, and Poshmark, The new category allows UK shoppers to buy selected pre-owned luxury […]

  • Puma introduces biodegradable experimental Re:Suede 2.0 for sale
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 22/04/2024 at 15:19

    Puma Re:Suede 2.0 sneakers Credits: Puma Sportswear company Puma is set to bring a commercial version of its experimental biodegradable Re:Suede sneaker to market. The announcement comes after Puma was able to successfully turn Re:Suede into compost under specific industrial conditions during a two-year pilot project. As part of the experiment, which ended in late 2023, Puma produced 500 pairs of its classic suede sneakers using decomposable materials, including Zeology-tanned Suede. […]

  • Mango opens new stores in the East Coast, as it sets its sights on ambitious growth in the USA
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 22/04/2024 at 14:54

    Mango's new store in Boston Credits: Mango Mango has opened stores in two new states as the Spanish fashion retailer strengthens its store network across the nation. After opening stores in key retail locations across New York, Florida, Texas, Georgia, California, and Pennsylvania, Mango has expanded its retail network along the East Coast by opening stores in Massachusetts and Washington, DC. Mango kicked off its retail expansion across the greater Boston area with a new store in the Natick […]

  • The Costume Society announces finalists for Patterns of Fashion, Patterns for Performance awards
    by news@fashionunited.com (Veerle Versteeg) on 22/04/2024 at 14:31

    The shortlisted design by University of Salford student and finalist of The Costume Society's 2024 Patterns for Performance Award Olivia Gallamore. Credits: Image courtesy of the University of Salford, Manchester. UK charity The Costume Society, which aims to promote the study and preservation of historic and contemporary dress, has announced the finalists for this year’s edition of its two annual and international student awards: the Patterns of Fashion and Patterns for Performance awards […]

  • Elena Strahova, CEO, Riga Fashion Week: 'Latvian brands tend to operate within their own niche'
    by news@fashionunited.com (Alicia Reyes Sarmiento) on 22/04/2024 at 13:19

    Elena Strahova, founder and CEO of Riga Fashion Week. Credits: Polina Viljun On the fringes of the traditional fashion industry circuit, Fashion Week in Latvia's capital Riga has established itself as a benchmark event in the Baltic region, distinguished by its focus on sustainability and ethics in fashion. Elena Strahova, founder and CEO of Riga Fashion Week (RFW), which took place from April 8 to April 11, takes stock of the last edition in this interview with FashionUnited. She analyses the […]

  • Connecting cultures: Tobi Brown talks life and gaming on JD Sports' Podcast
    by news@fashionunited.com (Press Club) on 22/04/2024 at 11:04

    Credits: JD Sports The vision of JD Sports to connect globally, inspire locally, and empower individually is vividly embodied in their 'JD in the Duffle Bag' podcast, which directly engages with its audience. This platform is the largest of its kind for interviews with artists, personalities, and entertainers, attracting the most influential figures in youth culture. They visit the JD studio to discuss contemporary issues with hosts Chuckie Online and Elz the Witch. In a recent episode, […]

  • Karine Augis expands to Dubai
    by news@fashionunited.com (Press Club) on 22/04/2024 at 10:54

    Credits: Karine Augis After taking its first steps in France and Europe, Karine Augis is adding a new country to its international conquest this year: the Parisian chic leather goods brand is expanding to Dubai in partnership with Link Store in the legendary Wafi Mall. Experience Karine Augis at Link Store Located on the first floor of the Wafi City Mall in Dubai. Karine Augis presents her collection in the luxurious setting of Link Store. It's an opportunity for fashion lovers in Dubai to […]

  • LVMH exports more luxury products than France does wine
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 22/04/2024 at 10:06

    Louis Vuitton x Tyler the Creator Credits: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton LVMH's global sales of handbags and perfumes exceeded the combined value of all wine and camembert cheese exported by France's agricultural sector, highlighting the luxury sector's importance to the country's trade balance. A study by consultancy firm Asterès for LVMH, as reported by the Financial Times, revealed that the French luxury conglomerate accounted for 4 percent of all French exports last year, totaling 23.5 […]

  • More job cuts at Lululemon as it closes U.S. distribution center
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 22/04/2024 at 08:38

    Lululemon Team Canada Summer Athlete Kit for Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games Credits: Lululemon Canadian Athleisurewear giant Lululemon is set to close its distribution center in Washington, leading to the layoffs of 128 employees, according to a filing in the local state. Shares in the company have fallen over 31 percent since the start of 2024. The job cuts are expected to commence on June 21, with plans to shut down the facility by the end of 2024, Reuters reported.The decision […]

  • Norwegian sovereign wealth fund to buy Sheffield shopping centre Meadowhall
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 22/04/2024 at 08:19

    Meadowhall, an indoor shopping centre located in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, and one of the top five shopping destinations in the UK, is to be fully operated by Norway’s sovereign wealth fund. According to The Times, Norges, Norway’s 1.3 trillion pounds sovereign wealth fund, is in advanced talks to acquire British Land’s 50 per cent share of Meadowhall for approximately 363 million pounds, including debt. Situated about 5 kilometres northeast of Sheffield city centre, the shopping centre […]

  • Why Earth Day has become largely a marketing gimmick
    by news@fashionunited.com (Simone Preuss) on 22/04/2024 at 08:01

    KI-generiertes Bild zur Illustration. Bild: FashionUnited OPINION What do Mother's Day, Valentine's Day and Earth Day have in common? They are all days that highlight something/someone that should go without saying and be celebrated every day of the year - mothers (parents in general), love and our earth. The very existence of such days of remembrance shows that something is amiss - why do mothers need to be honoured on one day in particular; does that mean we forget about them on the other […]

  • Nike to axe over 700 jobs from its Oregon headquarters
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 22/04/2024 at 07:57

    Nike USA Credits: Nike Inc. Nike's Oregon headquarters is set to eliminate approximately 740 jobs by late June as part of its multiyear cost-cutting plan. Michele Adams, Nike’s vice president of people solutions, disclosed this intention in a filing with the state of Oregon on Friday, describing it as a “second phase of impacts” as the world’s largest sportswear company trims its workforce, reported Bloomberg. The reduction at its Beaverton, Oregon headquarters was communicated to […]

  • Gucci to show Cruise collection at Tate Modern in London
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 22/04/2024 at 07:42

    Millennium Bridge leading to front exterior of Tate Modern, Bankside, London 2003 Credits: © Tate Gucci has announced that its Cruise 2025 show will be held at London's Tate Modern on May 13. Creative director Sabato De Sarno, who took over the luxury brand's helm in January last year, will present his first cruise collection in this iconic venue. London follows in the footsteps of Seoul, where Gucci showed it previous Cruise collection at the Gyeongbokgung Palace last May. Gucci's ties to […]

  • Burberry sponsors British Pavilion at 60th Venice Biennale
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 22/04/2024 at 07:08

    British Pavilion at Venice Biennale Credits: British Pavilion via Burberry website Burberry is the headline sponsor of the British Pavilion at this year's 60th International Art Exhibition, La Biennale di Venezia. The Pavilion, which opened on Saturday and will remain open until November 24th at the Giardini do Castello, marks Burberry's second consecutive year sponsoring British arts and culture. Commissioned by the British Council, this year's British Pavilion presents a new exhibition […]

  • WHP-led consortium initiates sales deal with Express
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 22/04/2024 at 06:13

    Express store Credits: Express Inc via Business Wire Express, Inc. announced that announced that it has received a non-binding letter of intent from a consortium led by WHP Global, a wholly owned subsidiary of Simon Property Group and Brookfield Properties for the potential purchase of the company’s retail stores and operations. Express also announced that it has named Mark Still as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective immediately. “WHP has been a strong partner to […]

  • Lecturer’s address: ‘The fashion industry needs to reinvent itself', what role can AMFI play in this?
    by news@fashionunited.com (Guest Contributor) on 19/04/2024 at 17:09

    José Teunissen, 2023 portrait. Credits: Bibi Veth via Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. The environmentally polluting fashion industry urgently needs to 'reinvent' itself. That is what José Teunissen, programme director at the Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI), argued in her lecturer's address on Tuesday. How can her own education contribute to making the industry greener? “The Chinese online clothing company Shein burns 1 billion t-shirts a year.” 1 billion. José Teunissen […]

  • Fashion Revolution on achievements in the last ten years and future needs
    by news@fashionunited.com (Simone Preuss) on 19/04/2024 at 16:45

    Fashion Revolution photo grid -" I made your clothes” campaign. Credits: Fashion Revolution In the last ten years, the fashion industry has come a long way - the simple question, “Who made my clothes?” could not be answered after the collapse of the Rana Plaza building on 24th April 2013. Rescuers had to dig through the rubble looking for clothing labels to figure out which brands were producing clothes there. Even then, brands and retailers were quick to point to “past orders” or […]

  • Kizik debuts new brand platform and campaign as it enters new phase of growth
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 19/04/2024 at 16:35

    Kizik Roamer Glacier Credits: Kizik Kizik has launched a new brand platform and integrated campaign as part of its continued growth strategy across retail, wholesale, and international markets. The new brand platform and campaign, created in partnership with creative agency Yard NYC, features a renewed branding look for the footwear brand, encompassing everything from its website to its logo and packaging. The new campaign features omnichannel distribution across out-of-home, connected TV, […]

  • Nike responds to criticism over women's Olympic track and field kit
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 19/04/2024 at 15:10

    Nike Team USA track and field uniform Credits: Nike Nike and several USA Olympic athletes have stepped forward to address online controversy concerning the brand’s designs for the women's Team USA track and field kit following the circulation of a certain photo earlier this month. The US sportswear giant initially unveiled its Olympic uniforms for the United States of America and other countries on April 11 during an event in Paris. However, a single photograph of one of Nike’s USA track […]

  • Can Asos ramp up revenue after its sales decline?
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 19/04/2024 at 15:05

    Shopping online at Asos Credits: Asos, Multiverse Asos wants to reverse its sales decline, grappling with an 18 percent drop in revenue amidst intensified competition from brands like Shein, H&M, and Zara. This challenge is compounded by shifting consumer preferences away from exclusive online shopping, marking a stark departure from the gains Asos experienced during the pandemic, the Guardian reported. To address these obstacles, Asos said it will embark on a comprehensive turnaround […]

  • Frédéric Malle is exiting his fragrance brand Editions de Parfums
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 19/04/2024 at 14:18

    Frederic Malle Credits: Frederic Malle website Fragrance purveyor Frédéric Malle is exiting his brand Editions de Parfums Frédéric Malle by the end of June 2024. A pioneer of niche perfumes, Mr. Malle began his brand a quarter of a century ago, collaborating with designers such as Dries Van Noten and Acne to create sensory art, referring to perfume as “the mirror of your soul.” Not a traditional ‘nose’, Frédéric Malle revolutionized the creative process of perfume making by […]

  • Milan Design Week is dominated by fashion takeovers
    by news@fashionunited.com (Don-Alvin Adegeest ) on 19/04/2024 at 13:09

    Bottega Veneta x Cassina Le Corbusier at Milan Design Week Credits: FashionUnited Milan's annual Salone del Mobile furniture and interiors fair has transformed into the premier global design destination. Against the vibrant backdrop of Italy's fashion capital, a plethora of brands and retailers across the design spectrum offer unparalleled experiences, collaborations, activations, events, and, of course, soirées, transforming the city into a veritable creative epicenter that rivals even its […]

  • Agilitas to design and distribute Lotto products in India, Australia and South Africa
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 19/04/2024 at 12:57

    Lotto Credits: WHP Global WHP Global has announced a new long-term licence for Lotto with Agilitas Sports. Through this licence, WHP said in a release, Agilitas will have the exclusive rights to design, manufacture, promote, and distribute the Lotto brand in India, Australia, and soon in South Africa. Commenting on the development, Stanley Silverstein, chief commercial officer at WHP Global said: "Agilitas dedicated focus on the sportswear industry, and a profound belief in India's promising […]

  • Ellie.Connect joins forces with sustainable fashion and textile expert Roosmarie Ruigrok
    by news@fashionunited.com (Press Club) on 19/04/2024 at 12:11

    Monique Drent van The Swapshop, Ger Brinks van BMA-Techne en Roosmarie Ruigrok tijdens de showcase van Reflow. Credits: Tess van der Sluis / Pakhuis de Zwijger Ellie.Connect, the leading platform for sustainability in the fashion and textile industry is thrilled to announce its recent collaboration with Roosmarie Ruigrok, a respected expert in sustainable fashion and textiles. Roosmarie Ruigrok is known for her extensive experience in the textile landscape, and sustainable fashion, and as the […]

  • The flamenco dress, an Andalusian classic evolving with fashion
    by news@fashionunited.com (AFP) on 19/04/2024 at 08:48

    Designer Luis Fernandez adjust a flamenco dress as customer Virginia Cuaresma tries it on.Credits: CRISTINA QUICLER / AFP Luis Fernandez's workshop in Seville's Old City is buzzing with customers who have come to try on his dazzling array of flamenco dresses, their vibrant fabrics replete with voluptuous ruffles and polka dots. Flamenco fashion hits its annual peak in springtime when towns and cities across Spain's southern Andalusia region hold their annual week-long ferias, when everyone […]

  • Nordstrom establishes special committee amid founding family's privatization proposal
    by news@fashionunited.com (DPA) on 19/04/2024 at 08:44

    Image: Nordstrom Nordstrom Inc.'s (JWN) founding family has notified the board of its interest in taking the company private. The company formed a special committee to evaluate any proposal from the company's Chief Executive Officer Erik Nordstrom and the company's president Pete Nordstrom, and any proposals from other parties and consider whether they are in the best interests of Nordstrom and all shareholders, the department-store chain said in a statement. The special committee retained […]

  • Case law: How protected is a brand in the metaverse?
    by news@fashionunited.com (Guest Contributor) on 19/04/2024 at 08:42

    Image for illustration Credits: Nikeland/courtesy of Nike x Roblox. In a rapidly digitising world, protecting brands is becoming increasingly complex and essential, even alongside the rise of the metaverse. With the evolution of technologies such as virtual reality (VR), the metaverse is becoming a new arena in which companies need to establish and protect their brand identity. What exactly is the metaverse and how can a brand be protected in it? Metaverse A metaverse can basically be any 3D […]

  • Two more of Bernard Arnault's sons join LVMH board
    by news@fashionunited.com (AFP) on 19/04/2024 at 08:42

    Fréderic et Alexandre Arnault. Credits: LVMH and STEPHANE DE SAKUTIN / AFP. Two sons of the world's richest man Bernard Arnault on Thursday joined the board of LVMH after a shareholder vote, further cementing the family's control on the French luxury goods giant. The pair joined their elder siblings on the board of directors of the company, which houses brands such as Dior and Louis Vuitton, meaning four of Bernard Arnault's five children now sit on the board. Alexandre, 31, is the executive […]

  • Giving a second life to fashion's deadstocks
    by news@fashionunited.com (AFP) on 19/04/2024 at 08:39

    At the Nona Source showroom in northern Paris, designers pick through luxurious textiles with ornate names: curly alpaca, geometrical macrame guipure, silk diamond cloque Jacquard. What makes them really exotic, however, is that they all come from "deadstocks" -- the leftovers designers discard when they have finished with a roll of fabric. Until recently, it was common for deadstocks -- like unsold clothes -- to be burned or buried. At best, they gathered dust in storerooms. Ever conscious of […]

  • L’Oréal records strong Q1 results
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 19/04/2024 at 06:24

    L'Oréal headquarters Credits: L’Oréal First quarter sales of 11.24 billion euros, increased 9.4 percent like-for-like and 8.3 percent reported at L’Oréal. The company’s adjusted like-for-like growth was 8.1 percent. Commenting on the figures, Nicolas Hieronimus, CEO of L'Oréal, said in a statement: “2024 is off to a very good start with like-for-like growth of 9.4 percent, perfectly illustrating the power of our unique model. Continued double-digit growth in Europe, coupled with […]

  • Brixton appoints ex-Levi’s executive Seth Ellison as CEO
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 19/04/2024 at 06:22

    Brixton store Credits: Facebook/Brixton Brixton has announced the appointment of Seth Ellison, a Southern California native and 40 year veteran of the lifestyle apparel and action sports sectors, to the role of chief executive officer effective April 22, 2024. Commenting on the new appointment, Altamont Capital Partners co-founder, Keoni Schwartz, said: "We ran a very comprehensive search and Seth's range of experiences was unique. Seth's breadth and depth will both be immensely valuable as he […]

  • Reitmans posts Q4 revenues increase of 3.8 percent
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 19/04/2024 at 05:34

    Reitmans store Credits: Facebook/Reitmans Apparel retailer Reitmans Canada (RCL) increased fourth quarter revenues by 8.1 million Canadian dollars or 3.8 percent to 221 million Canadian dollars, while comparable sales including e-commerce net sales, decreased 1.6 percent. Net revenues for fiscal 2024 decreased by 8.6 million Canadian dollars or 1.1 percent to 794.7 million Canadian dollars and comparable sales decreased 3.2 percent. "We are pleased with the results for the fourth quarter of […]

  • QS World University Rankings 2024 unveil top universities for art and design
    by news@fashionunited.com (Veerle Versteeg) on 18/04/2024 at 17:01

    Illustrative image of art and design students discussing their work. Credits: RF-Studio / Pexels Higher education data platform Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) published its 2024 ranking for the world’s top universities to study art and design last week. The Royal College of Art (RCA) in London has come out on top for the second year in a row. The University of the Arts London, known for its London College of Fashion (LCF) and Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design (CSM) is QS’ second […]

  • Thinx launches new styles with LeakSafe™ barrier technology
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 18/04/2024 at 15:27

    Thinx launches new products with LeakSafe barrier Credits: Thinx New York-based reusable period underwear company Thinx has launched new styles with its innovative, patent-pending LeakSafe™ Barrier technology. Created to provide wearers with all-day protection, the innovative offers higher rates of absorbency, with leak protection for up to 12 hours. Available across all the brand’s products, including Thinx, Thinx Teens, and Thinx for All, the four-layer gusset features enhanced comfort […]

  • Neiman Marcus launches immersive experience 'Balmain Beach Club' in Dallas
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 18/04/2024 at 13:52

    Neiman Marcus launches immersive experience 'Balmain Beach Club' Credits: Robie Robinson for Neiman Marcus Luxury department store group Neiman Marcus has launched an exclusive collection and immersive experience in Dallas, Texas, in partnership with Balmain. Debuting in 10 stores and online, the Balmain Beach Club features 14 pieces ranging across ready-to-wear and handbags inspired by the beautiful scenery of the French Riviera. Looking through its archives for inspiration, the collection […]

  • Princess Diana's dresses on display in Hong Kong ahead of auction
    by news@fashionunited.com (AFP) on 18/04/2024 at 13:49

    Outfits once worn by Princess Diana at a media preview ahead of the auction by Julian’s Auctions titled 'Princess Diana's Elegance & A Royal Collection' on display in Hong Kong, April 2024. Credits: photo by Peter Parks / AFP. Hong Kong - Shoulder-padded, daffodil yellow and accented with gleaming gold buttons -- a very of-its-time suit Princess Diana wore during her 1989 trip to Hong Kong is now among six outfits on display in the former British colony. The collection of dresses, […]

  • WRC 2024: 'We greatly value local consumers', say CEOs of Harrods and Galeries Lafayette
    by news@fashionunited.com (Florence Julienne) on 18/04/2024 at 13:38

    World Retail Congress Paris 2024. From left to right: Selvane Mohandas du Ménil, Michael Ward, Nicolas Houzé. Credits: F. Julienne Michael Ward, managing director of Harrods (London), and Nicolas Houzé, CEO of Galeries Lafayette (Paris), have shared their expert advice at the World Retail Congress, the international event for retail professionals that kicked off on Tuesday and concludes its talks today, April 18. Host Selvane Mohandas du Ménil asks the two major retail players what […]

  • I have the best job in the world - Designer of the Year Wes Gordon at American Image Awards
    by news@fashionunited.com (Jackie Mallon) on 18/04/2024 at 12:40

    2024 AAFA American Image Awards Credits: Slaven Vlasic for Getty Images The American Image Awards welcomed leaders and advocates across the apparel and footwear industries on Tuesday night for a gala dinner of halibut, specialty cocktail, the Dusty Rose, and an awards ceremony in the auspicious Gotham Hall which is celebrating its centenary this year. Todd Snyder sipped champagne and chatted near the bar, having dressed the emcee, Boston Globe Today’s Segun Oduolowu in his chic beige suit, […]

  • Chatsworth exhibition to celebrate Duchess of Devonshire’s Style and Erdem SS24
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 18/04/2024 at 12:14

    Erdem SS24 collection Credits: Erdem A new fashion exhibition opening at British stately homes Chatsworth celebrating the image and legacy of the late dowager Duchess Deborah Devonshire and the Devonshire Collections through the spring/summer 2024 collection of Erdem Moralioglu. The ‘Imaginary Conversations’ exhibition will run from June 21 to October 20 and will explore the interiors, fabrics and fashion archive of Chatsworth House as a source of inspiration for Erdem’s SS24 collection, […]

  • Laura Ashley relaunches fashion
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 18/04/2024 at 12:11

    Laura Ashley womenswear collection Credits: Laura Ashley In Pictures Home and lifestyle brand Laura Ashley is returning to fashion this month with a 47-piece spring/summer collection inspired by the brand’s archive. The relaunch is a partnership between Laura Ashley and fashion retailer Next and was facilitated by IMG, Laura Ashley’s licensing representative for fashion in the UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand and Asia. IMG became its fashion partner in 2022 after the brand was acquired […]

  • Everything you need to know about OFFICE: From vintage quirks to ethical footprints
    by news@fashionunited.com (Press Club) on 18/04/2024 at 11:52

    Credits: Pexels OFFICE has grown into a globally recognized retailer, maintaining its distinctive charm rooted in displaying shoes on old office furniture—a creative nod to its name. Simultaneously, it champions sustainability by supporting the circular fashion economy through its initiative OFFCUTS, which offers consumers unique, secondhand, and ex-display shoes at competitive prices, effectively extending the lifecycle of its products. FashionUnited has gathered all the important aspects […]

  • Veesual raises 7.5 million US dollars and announces US expansion
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 18/04/2024 at 11:22

    Veesual Switch Model Credits: Veesual website Veesual, the Paris-based AI-powered virtual try-on platform for the fashion industry, has closed a 7.5 million US dollar seed round led by AVP (AXA Venture Partners) and Techstars. The investment will accelerate the company's plan to expand into the US market by opening its first US-based office in New York in 2025, recruiting senior US talent, and enhancing its current product offering for US apparel companies. Maxime Patte, co-founder and chief […]

  • The Brooklyn Nets’ fashion brand Berō opens store
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 18/04/2024 at 11:19

    Berō store at the Barclays Center Credits: Berō by Matthew Williams In Pictures American basketball team The Brooklyn Nets has opened the first retail store for its private label merchandise brand, Berō, which debuted in December 2023. Located at the Barclays Center, the 200-square-foot storefront has been designed by the Brooklyn Home Company’s director of architecture, Stacey Walters, “to feel live-in and welcoming” and offer an elevated fashion experience within a crowded sports […]

  • AW24 Fashion Month’s top influencers include K-pop stars
    by news@fashionunited.com (Jayne Mountford) on 18/04/2024 at 10:42

    Rosé for Saint Laurent SS20 Credits: Courtesy of Saint Laurent As previously reported by FashionUnited, according to a report put together by image agency Karla Otto in collaboration with Lefty, the FW24 ready-to-wear runway collections generated an earned media value (EMV) of more than 527.5 million dollars. In the report, the two agencies published the results following their analysis of Instagram posts and TikTok videos from influencers. Boy Band RIIZE at Louis Vuitton m FW24 […]

  • Laver Cup announces new retail and merchandising partnership
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 18/04/2024 at 10:28

    Tennis racket Credits: Pexels by Gonzalo Facello Tennis tournament, the Laver Cup, which pits six of the best men’s tennis players from Europe against six of their counterparts from the rest of the world, has signed a new retail and merchandising partnership with Fanatics, a digital sports platform and provider of licensed sports merchandise. Under the multi-year deal, Fanatics will develop a new range of Laver Cup merchandise for fans, working closely with event organisers in the creation, […]

  • Mint Velvet to open in Milton Keynes
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 18/04/2024 at 10:14

    Mint Velvet campaign Credits: Mint Velvet British womenswear brand Mint Velvet is opening a new store within the premium Silbury Arcade section of Milton Keynes shopping centre The Centre:MK this summer. In a statement, Mint Velvet said that the 2,800 square foot space will be a “key regional store” for the brand as it continues to focus on its expansion within “premium retail destinations”. The new store will be designed by London-based StudioJill and will house the brand’s full […]

  • Picto Prize for Fashion Photography 2024 presents finalists
    by news@fashionunited.com (Sharon Camara) on 18/04/2024 at 09:52

    Presentation of the finalists for the Picto Prize for Fashion Photography. Credits: Picto Prize for Fashion Photography 2023. Annabelle Foucher. Following the closing of the call for entries on March 17, the Picto Prize for Fashion Photography has unveiled the 24 finalists for this year's competition. They were selected from over 200 applications submitted from all over the world. For its 26th edition, the Picto Prize for Fashion Photography will feature 24 finalists, both established and […]

  • Multifaceted design: The challenges of emerging creators at 080 Barcelona Fashion
    by news@fashionunited.com (Sandra Bódalo Munuera) on 18/04/2024 at 08:55

    Interview Avec Amour's debut catwalk show at 080 Barcelona with their collection ‘Cannon Beach’. Credits: 080 Barcelona Fashion From Avec Amour’s María Undo and Daniel de Villanueva tearfully greeting each other at the end of their first catwalk show and Guillermo Justicia's friends, bouquet in-hand, waiting to congratulate him on his debut to Santi Mozas of Compte Spain working until the last minute alongside 404 Studio designer Anaïs Vauxcelles, his close creative partner. These […]

  • Community, culture, and career: How lululemon is revolutionising work culture
    by news@fashionunited.com (Press Club) on 18/04/2024 at 08:33

    Credits: Lululemon At lululemon, a leading company in the field of high-performance sportswear, the well-being of employees—physically, mentally, and socially—is at the center of the company's activities. This philosophy is reflected both in product development and in the design of the working environment. From a yoga boutique to a global giant Since its founding in 1998 in Vancouver, Canada, lululemon has grown from a small design studio boutique specializing in yoga apparel to a global […]

  • Kinnevik proposes cash distribution of 6.4 billion Swedish krona
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 18/04/2024 at 06:34

    Kinnevik Credits: Kinnevik During the first quarter, Kinnevik announced the divestment of its full shareholding in Tele2 to Iliad/NJJ for a total consideration of 13 billion Swedish krona. Following this transaction, the company’s board intends to propose an extraordinary cash distribution of 23 Swedish krona per share or 6.4 billion Swedish krona in total. “With Kinnevik’s divestment of its entire stake in Tele2 to Iliad/NJJ announced in the first quarter, we are completing our […]

  • Brunello Cucinelli confirms FY24 forecast on strong Q1
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 18/04/2024 at 05:52

    Brunello Cucinelli store. Image: Sefa Karacan / Anadolu Agency via AFP. First quarter sales at Brunello Cucinelli were up by 16.5 percent at current exchange rates and 17.9 percent at constant exchange rates to 309.1 million euros. The company said that the first quarter performance is in line with expectations and consistent with the 10 percent growth expected for the full year. Commenting on the results, Brunello Cucinelli, executive chairman and creative director of the company said: “The […]

  • OVS sales and profit improve, outlook positive
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 18/04/2024 at 05:26

    OVS headquarters Credits: OVS spa OVS ended the year with net sales of 1,536 million euros, up 1.5 percent despite exceptionally unfavourable weather that penalised the apparel market in the initial periods of both seasons. The company’s sales in the first months of 2024 are up by around 5 percent. OVS said in a release that the positive full year result was also due to the best fourth quarter ever, with net sales of 433.1 million euros and adjusted EBITDA of 60.7 million euros. Adjusted […]

  • Julia Goddard to join as CEO of Harvey Nichols
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 18/04/2024 at 05:17

    Julia Goddard Credits: Harvey Nichols Julia Goddard, EMEA president of Alexander McQueen will be joining Harvey Nichols in June as its new chief executive officer (CEO). Commenting on the new appointment, Sir Dickson Poon and Pearson Poon, chairman and vice chairman of Harvey Nichols said: “Julia is a dynamic business leader with a strong track record of delivering quality growth and successfully developing and executing a VIC clienteling strategy. Her expertise and strategic capabilities […]

  • Tailoring connections: The impact of community in White Stuff’s strategy
    by news@fashionunited.com (Press Club) on 17/04/2024 at 15:22

    Credits: White Stuff Building a strong brand community in the dynamic world of fashion is not just a decision but a necessity. From cultivating brand loyalty to driving innovation and remaining at the industry's forefront, the importance of a well-defined community approach cannot be underestimated. White Stuff, a pioneering British fashion retailer founded in 1985, has carved out a unique niche through its innovative, community-centric strategy. This approach is exemplified by their […]

  • Behind the veil with Brenna Simmons, founder & creative director of nordeen
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 17/04/2024 at 14:47

    Interview Brenna Simmons, founder and creative director of nordeen Credits: nordeen Launching a fashion brand brings a wealth of challenges with it, but launching a bridal wear brand perhaps even more. No longer the sure-fire business it once was, the bridal industry has witnessed a rise in informal weddings, a surge of interest in vintage or unconventional attire, and highly informed shoppers. Combined with inflation and an unsteady economy, it’s unsurprising that this season’s New […]

  • The British Fashion Council Announces Keynote Speakers for Institute of Positive Fashion Forum 2024
    by news@fashionunited.com (Press Club) on 17/04/2024 at 12:26

    Credits: Rory James - IPF Forum 2023 The British Fashion Council (BFC) is delighted to announce the keynote speakers for the fourth annual Institute of Positive Fashion (IPF) Forum, which will take place on Thursday 18th April 2024 at 180 Studios, 180 The Strand, London. The IPF Forum is an annual sustainability event, designed to be provocative in thinking with multi-faceted conversations and activities. Focused on accelerating the foundations of a circular fashion ecosystem in the UK, the […]

  • Timeline: 10 years of Fashion Revolution
    by news@fashionunited.com (Simone Preuss) on 17/04/2024 at 11:16

    The #WhoMadeMyClothes campaign has been around since 2015. Credits: Fashion Revolution The collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Savar, Bangladesh, which housed garment factories, shook the industry - more than 1,100 workers lost their lives and around 2,500 were injured, many of them gravely. The accident, one of the deadliest disasters in the history of industrial manufacturing, shed light on an area that normally remains in the dark: where and under what conditions garments are made. […]

  • Berluti unveils Team France’s Olympic opening ceremony outfits
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 17/04/2024 at 11:14

    Berluti Team France’s Paris 2024 Olympic opening ceremony outfits Credits: Berluti With 100 days until the opening ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, French luxury menswear fashion house Berluti has unveiled Team France’s outfits designed to embody “true elegance à la française”. The LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton-owned brand said it wanted to bring together the “savoir-faire and experience of its artisans to ensure that the French athletes look their very best” with […]

  • QVC targeting over 50s with new collective
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 17/04/2024 at 10:27

    QVC's Quintessential 50 collective Credits: QVC Live video commerce giant QVC is looking to embolden women over the age of 50 with a new ‘Quintessential 50’ collective featuring female celebrities, activists, business leaders and lifestyle experts who exemplify “the possibilities of life over 50”. Under its new ‘Age of Possibility’ agenda, QVC has brought together a collective of 50 women, including Christina Applegate, Patti LaBelle, Rita Wilson, Naomi Watts, Martha Stewart, and […]

  • Lululemon unveils Team Canada’s Olympics uniform
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 17/04/2024 at 10:10

    Lululemon Team Canada Summer Athlete Kit for Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games Credits: Photo by Scott Ramsay for Lululemon. In Pictures Vancouver-based activewear brand Lululemon has unveiled Team Canada’s summer athlete kit for the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This marks the second time the Canadian brand has dressed its home country's Olympic and Paralympic teams but the first time it is creating athlete kits for warm weather. Calvin McDonald, chief executive at […]

  • Amazon Live launches shoppable channel on Prime Video and Freevee
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 17/04/2024 at 09:14

    Amazon Live ‘The Paige Desorbo Show’ Credits: Amazon Amazon is bringing its ‘Amazon Live’ interactive and shoppable livestreams to Prime Video and Amazon Freevee, meaning that customers can browse, shop, and engage with content they're watching on the TV screen by using their mobile devices. Previously Amazon Live streams were only available on desktop, mobile, and Fire TV, the new FAST (free ad-supported TV) channel will give customers in the US more ways to engage with interactive, […]

  • Pangaia to open first standalone in the UK
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 17/04/2024 at 08:49

    Carnaby Street, London Credits: Shaftesbury Capital Material science company Pangaia will open its first standalone UK store on Carnaby Street, London, this summer. The 1,500-square-foot store will be located at 57 Carnaby Street in a prime retail position alongside retailers such as End, Adidas Originals, and Axel Arigato. The store will offer the brand’s genderless apparel while showcasing Pangaia’s problem-solving materials science innovations. Michelle McGrath, executive director at […]

  • Walmart launches exclusive Jessica Simpson collection for spring and summer
    by news@fashionunited.com (AFP) on 17/04/2024 at 08:48

    Photo Credits: Exterior of one of Walmart's shopping centres. Walmart, file photo. Walmart has unveiled a partnership with The Jessica Simpson brand, introducing a fresh lineup of women's apparel, swimwear, and jewelry just in time for the summer seasons. Boasting a blend of boho-chic styles and timeless classics, the collection offers Walmart customers the perfect additions to their spring and summer wardrobes, Walmart said in a statement. Commencing today, shoppers can explore The Jessica […]

  • Johnston & Murphy unveils new look to transform perception
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 17/04/2024 at 08:42

    Johnston & Murphy 'Not Your Dad's Shoe Company' campaign Credits: Johnston & Murphy American heritage footwear and clothing brand Johnston & Murphy has launched a new brand campaign aimed at reshaping how customers think of the 174-year-old brand as it looks to inspire audiences and to show it is more than a dress shoe company. The Nashville-based brand, part of Genesco Inc., tapped creative agency Wolfgang to put a fresh lens to ensure the Johnston & Murphy brand resonates […]

  • Casadei launches on Tmall Luxury Pavilion
    by news@fashionunited.com (Danielle Wightman-Stone) on 17/04/2024 at 08:25

    Casadei campaign image Credits: Casadei Italian luxury footwear brand Casadei has opened a flagship store on Alibaba’s leading e-commerce platform, Tmall Luxury Pavilion, as part of its continued global expansion and digital strategy plans. In a statement, Casadei said its launch on Tmall would allow it to connect with the “vibrant and digitally savvy Chinese market,” while solidifying its presence in Asia. Triboo Shanghai will manage Casadei’s flagship store and oversee all the […]

  • Asos reports H1 loss, names new CFO
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 17/04/2024 at 07:44

    Asos x Nordstrom, New York City Credits: Asos For the first half period, Asos reported an adjusted pre-tax loss of 120 million pounds, while total sales declined by 18 percent to 1,505.8 million pounds. Adjusted EBITDA loss widened to 16.3 million pounds compared to the 4.6 million pounds in the period last year. Asos reiterated guidance for FY24 sales decline of 5 to 15 percent, positive adjusted EBITDA and cash generation. The company also announced three new appointments of Dave Murray as […]

  • Foot Locker: Amplifying Black voices through Hip Hop and sneaker culture
    by news@fashionunited.com (Press Club) on 17/04/2024 at 06:40

    Credits: Foot Locker Inc. Sneakers are not just footwear within the hip hop community; they are a potent symbol of fashion, status, and cultural identity. As a global leader with over 2,500 stores, Foot Locker is the premier destination for sneakers, celebrated for its collaborations with top brands to deliver coveted and cutting-edge products. For more than three decades, the company has expertly curated collections that deeply resonate with sneaker aficionados and are integral to urban and […]

  • Item of the week: the ruffle hem dress
    by news@fashionunited.com (Rachel Douglass) on 17/04/2024 at 06:05

    Madewell, La Ligne and Karl Largerfeld. Credits: FashionUnited Marketplace. What it is: Voluminous skirting was a big trend for autumn/winter 2024 collections, but none more so than ones with ruffled hemlines. Such a style was formulated through a variety of techniques, whether it be extreme layering or intricate gathering, they all came to a head in billowing shapes that exaggerated the lower half of a gown. These would most often be seen in drop-hem dresses or puffy babydoll silhouettes. […]

  • Megan Kulick joins Birkenstock as director of investor relations
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 17/04/2024 at 05:49

    Megan Kulick Credits: Birkenstock Birkenstock has announced the appointment of Megan Kulick as director investor relations, effective April 15, 2024. Based in New York, Kulick will report to the board of directors of the company. Commenting on Kulick’s appointment, Oliver Reichert, CEO of the Birkenstock Group and member of the board said: "It was extremely important for us to fill the position with an investor relations professional who not only has a high reputation in the market and an […]

  • NewStore names Mike DeSimone as CEO
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 17/04/2024 at 05:37

    Mike DeSimone Credits: NewStore NewStore, a mobile-first unified commerce platform for global retail brands, has appointed Mike DeSimone as CEO. The company said in a release that NewStore founder Stephan Schambach will remain chairman of the board, while DeSimone will leverage his extensive experience scaling commerce technology businesses to accelerate the company's growth. "Our unique ability to deliver seamless omnichannel experiences worldwide sets us apart. Mike's expertise will be […]

  • Adidas raises outlook on better than expected Q1 results
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 17/04/2024 at 05:22

    Adidas Flagship in Shanghai Credits: Adidas AG Adidas reported preliminary currency-neutral revenues increased 8 percent in the first quarter. In euro terms, the company’s revenues grew 4 percent to 5.458 billion euros. The company’s gross margin improved 6.4 percentage points to 51.2 percent and operating profit increased to 336 million euros. As a result of the better-than-expected performance during the quarter, the company has increased its full-year guidance and now expects […]

  • LVMH posts Q1 organic revenue growth of 3 percent
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 17/04/2024 at 05:09

    Louis Vuitton store in Spain Credits: Louis Vuitton LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton recorded revenue of 20.7 billion euros in the first quarter, down 2 percent reported, while organic revenue growth was 3 percent. LVMH said in a statement that the company had a good start to the year despite a geopolitical and economic environment that remains uncertain. While Europe and the United States achieved growth on a constant currency and consolidation scope basis over the quarter; Japan recorded […]

  • The North Face and icebreaker launch r capsule collection for Spring/Summer 2024
    by news@fashionunited.com (Vivian Hendriksz) on 16/04/2024 at 20:05

    The North Face and icebreaker, two leading outdoor performance brands and pioneers of natural performance apparel, collaborated on a merino blend adventure wear capsule for Spring/Summer 2024. Credits: The North Face and icebreaker, VF Corporation The North Face has partnered with outdoor performance wear brand icebreaker to create a capsule collection of adventure wear for Spring/Summer 2024. The new collection seeks to redefine comfort and performance and is made from merino wool and Tencel […]

  • Unveiling the Graduates 2024 collection: Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI)
    by news@fashionunited.com (FashionUnited PR) on 16/04/2024 at 12:47

    Credits: (l. to r. ): Niels Bekman, Francis Vanamstel, Zus Poland As the class of 2024 completes their academic journey in becoming fashion professionals, the Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI) recently showcased the graduates' final collections with huge success. Stepping into the fashion industry, those collections play a crucial role for graduates to expand their network and share their work. As the international B2B network, FashionUnited aims to promote emerging designers, like the […]

  • Crocs appoints Terence Reilly as EVP and president of Heydude brand
    by news@fashionunited.com (Prachi Singh) on 16/04/2024 at 12:30

    Heydude Credits: Facebook/Heydude Crocs, Inc. has announced the appointment of Terence Reilly as incoming executive vice president and president for the Heydude brand. Reilly will join the executive leadership team on April 29 and will report directly to Andrew Rees, the company’s chief executive officer. The company said in a statement that Reilly, 56, most recently served as the president of the Stanley Brand where he reshaped the century-old insulated drinkware brand into a must-have […]

  • Do fashion schools need to stage graduate shows during New York Fashion Week?
    by news@fashionunited.com (Jackie Mallon) on 16/04/2024 at 12:26

    Look from Academy of Art graduate show Credits: Courtesy Of Academy Of Art University Uploaded By Belen Van Der Deijl This month begins the global cycle of graduate fashion showcases with designers from schools located in fashion capitals like New York or London often gaining the most press. This has forced program directors at regional schools to question if their students are losing out and has pushed some US institutions to stage their own graduate shows in September during New York […]

  • C&A Unveils Cutting-Edge Men's Denim Capsule Collection with LYCRA® ADAPTIV Fiber
    by news@fashionunited.com (Partner) on 16/04/2024 at 11:43

    Credits: The LYCRA Company C&A, one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers and a leader in quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for the many proudly introduces its latest Spring / Summer 2024 men's denim range featuring innovative LYCRA® ADAPTIV fiber, designed to revolutionize the way men experience their denim. This groundbreaking capsule collection of 4 styles is set to launch in 190 C&A stores and in the C&A online shop across Europe on 8 February 2024. […]