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Westminster University MA Menswear Credits: UKFT The UK Fashion & Textile Association (UKFT) has launched a cross-sector initiative to address challenges in how graduate employment outcomes are classified for fashion and textile courses in the UK. UKFT says current Graduate Outcomes data — a national survey run by the Higher Education Statistics Agency that records what graduates are doing 15 months after finishing their studies — does not always reflect industry realities. Roles such […]

Ready-to-wear autumn/winter 26-27 Credits: Gattinoni Finding solutions to the crisis, focusing on internationalisation and providing opportunities for all companies in the sector, including small ones, were key themes at the latest edition of White Milano. At the opening of the event last Thursday, the president of the Italian Trade Agency (ICE), Matteo Zoppas, explained the agency's efforts. The organisation is dedicated to the foreign promotion and internationalisation of Italian companies, […]

SS26. Image: SELECTED For spring/summer 2026, Selected is focusing on a silhouette that redefines familiarity: jorts and long shorts that finish just above the knee. This creates a precise line between nonchalance and tailoring. Whether in denim or a minimalist chino style, the new lengths form the basis of the season. Striped shirts create effortless everyday looks; oversized blouses add a touch of lightness; and extra-long blazers provide structure and modern elegance. The colour palette […]

H&M launches a platform in 2026 to highlight global style and self-expression in cities around the world. Credits: H&M H&M&NEW YORK brings together both recognisable faces from the Big Apple and newcomers to the studio, placing them on equal footing. An eclectic mix of icons, including Ice Spice; John Turturro; Liya Kebede; Paloma Elsesser; Kareem Rahma; Jay Guapo; Kai Schreiber and Lynn Yaeger, feature alongside unknown faces. Through photographs and films, they share their […]

The On store in Portland Image: On Holding AG Swiss sportswear provider On Holding has concluded the 2025 financial year with a new revenue record, although net profit fell short of the previous year's level. The results, published by the company on Tuesday, surpassed recent forecasts. Last year, revenue amounted to 3.01 billion Swiss francs (3.83 billion dollars). This represents an increase of 30 percent compared to the previous year. Adjusted for currency fluctuations, revenue grew by 35.6 […]

Credits: ECCO Golf Blending natural motion with cutting-edge innovation, the new ECCO GOLF BIOM C5 represents the evolution of performance design. Combining advanced athletic comfort with premium Scandinavian craftsmanship, BIOM C5 is engineered to deliver exceptional control, stability, and breathable waterproof protection in every round. Building on the legacy of ECCO’s BIOM ® NATURAL MOTION ® technology, the C5 has been refined for modern golfers seeking lightweight performance and […]

Textile recycler Circulose joins Spinnova’s consortium to boost commercialisation efforts. Credits: Circulose / Spinnova. Circulose, a textile-to-textile recycling company, has become a new member of Spinnova’s consortium, building on efforts to scale the Finnish firm’s manufacturing technology that turns wood pulp into textile fibre. Through the collaboration, Circulose will integrate its own pulp, made out of recycled cellulosic-rich textile waste, into Spinnova’s ecosystem as […]

Jockey 1876 Collection campaign Credits: Jockey American heritage underwear and apparel brand Jockey is marking its 150th anniversary with a yearlong celebration of strategic partnerships and a limited-edition Jockey 1876 collection designed to honour its legacy and future. Founded in 1876 by a small company, S.T. Cooper & Sons, with a mission to satisfy "the human need for comfort,” Jockey has become internationally recognised as one of America’s best-known family-owned innerwear and […]

Gucci fall winter 2026-27 Credits: Launchmetrics/spotlight Opinion As Milan Fashion Week drew to a close, one thing felt undeniable: everyone is now a fashion critic. Not just the front row. Not just the legacy editors. But analysts, Substack writers, TikTok commentators, luxury consultants, meme accounts and armchair aesthetes alike. The more interesting question is not whether opinions are polarised, they always have been, but whose approval brands genuinely need in order to succeed. The […]

Streetstyle FW26 Milan Fashion Week Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight During the autumn/winter 2026 edition of Milan Fashion Week, the focus on the street shifts from bold statement pieces to the power of styling. In Milan, this season's fashion landscape is not defined by a single dominant silhouette. Instead, it is shaped by the way classic wardrobe staples are recombined and recontextualised. Details around the neckline, strategic colour accents and a clear preference for leather set the […]

Credits: Oliver Peoples Oliver Peoples is pleased to share its latest campaign, Rendezvous Recall. The campaign takes place in the brand’s hometown of Los Angeles, where promising intentions encounter opportunity. In a storytelling capital, emotions and blurry memories become clear messages through the art of film making. The campaign film adopts the mode of Hollywood film trailer montage. Sunlit interiors, architectural lines, and measured gestures between him and her invite the viewer into […]

Designer: House of Sutai | Model: Eian Sundust. The inaugural SWAIA Native Fashion Week in 2024 Credits: Gilbert Terrazas via Indigenous Fashion Collective. The Southwestern Association for Indian Arts (SWAIA) is set to host a new curated format for this year’s edition of SWAIA Native Fashion Week. Taking place May 8 to 9, the event will now be held in one location – Eldorado Hotel & Spa in Santa Fe, New Mexico – as opposed to multiple sites. According to the organisers, this setup […]

Credits: Dior Inspired by original canvas sneakers historically worn by the US Marines on their boats, the Dior Saltwind sneakers revisit the essence of an iconic shoe through the prism of Dior style. Reinterpreting its codes and elegantly reviving its flexible rubber sole, this model stands out with its round shape and wide fit – Jonathan Anderson's visual signature – promising comfort. Credits: Dior Available in a range of luxurious fabrics, including black or vintage Dior Oblique […]

Marks & Spencer stoma underwear for children Credits: Marks & Spencer Marks & Spencer has become the first UK high street retailer to launch dedicated stoma underwear for children, extending its existing stoma range for women and men, as it looks “to normalise inclusive design while breaking down barriers to access and affordability”. A stoma is a surgically created opening on the abdomen that allows waste to collect in an external pouch, and research shows that nearly 70 […]

Global textile trade chokepoints -- with main shipping lines in blue and alternate routes in red. Credits: AI-generated image by FashionUnited The ongoing West Asia crisis has thrown open the extreme vulnerability of supply chains, including those of the garment and textile industry. FashionUnited has taken a look at why the Strait of Hormuz and the Bab-el-Mandeb Strait are such “jugular veins” of the textile trade between Asia and the West and what it means in terms of shipping times, […]

Image for illustration. Credits: FashionUnited Nonprofit organisation Landbell USA has been appointed as the Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for California’s Responsible Textile Recovery Act (SB 707), overseeing the management and stewardship of regulated textile products in the state. In the role, Landbell USA will be responsible for developing a Producer Responsibility Plan, which involves consumer education programmes and circular infrastructure, all designed to reduce textile […]

Farfetch. Credits: Farfetch. Since Coupang’s acquisition of Farfetch, it has been hard to gauge how well the British luxury e-tailer is performing, particularly as its South Korean parent company tackles broader market challenges. In the group’s latest earnings call for Q4, however, its CEO and chairman, Bom Kim, confirmed things were looking up. “At Farfetch, this quarter marks the first quarter since our acquisition where we generated positive year-over-year revenue growth with […]

Schuh Westfield White City store. Credits: Schuh. The UK-based footwear retailer Schuh has reported a significant downturn in profitability for the 52 week period ended February 1, 2026. Despite a relatively stable store estate, the group faced a challenging final quarter characterized by an increasingly promotional landscape and disappointing trading during key periods. Highlights of annual results The group’s turnover for the period reached 370.95 million pounds (493.68 million dollars), […]

Trading floor of the Paris Stock Exchange. Credits: Euronext. Madrid – Major European fashion companies are holding their breath, waiting to see how markets and their shares will evolve following the outbreak of the new military conflict between the US and Israel against Iran. The war has unleashed instability in the Persian Gulf region. This has been fraught with uncertainty since last Saturday, which spread to the markets on Monday. In the fashion industry specifically, the performance of […]

Bérénice Rohrer-Missiaen IFM Credits: Guillaume Roujas Report Each season, Paris Fashion Week welcomes new brands, whether they are joining the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM) calendar or presenting their collection on the sidelines. On Monday, March 2, 2026, students from the Institut Français de la Mode (IFM) and the brand Co kicked off the first day of Paris FW March 2026, unveiling their autumn/winter 2026/2027 collections. IFM show or the creative surge of a new […]

Credits: Bershka The Metrocentre Partnership has announced the signing of global fashion powerhouse Bershka for itsregional debut, reinforcing the centre’s position as the go-to retail destination in the North East. Bershka will open a 16,000 sq ft unit in Red Mall, joining other Inditex brands Stradivarius and Zaraand taking the Spanish retail fashion group’s total footprint at Metrocentre to more than 65,000 sq ft. The new store will feature Bershka’s full product range, spanning […]

GFA GFA CEO Federica Marchionni during her welcome address. Credits: Global Fashion Agenda Global Fashion Agenda and Visa Launch ‘Recycle the Runway’ to Support Circular Fashion Entrepreneurs Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and Visa have launched Visa Young Creators: Recycle the Runway, a new programme aimed at supporting emerging European designers working in circular fashion. Powered by Visa and GFA, the initiative seeks to accelerate the transition to a circular fashion system by backing […]

Maersk cargo vessel. Credits: Maersk. Madrid – Tensions are returning to global value chains following the military conflict that erupted this Saturday, February 28, in the Middle East. This follows coordinated attacks against Iran by the Israeli and US armies. The ayatollahs' regime has already responded to these hostilities, announcing an unpredictable escalation of the conflict. In response, the shipping company Maersk has already taken action, agreeing to divert all its vessels via the […]

Le Lis store Credits: Veste Brazilian high-end apparel group Veste, which operates a portfolio including Le Lis and Dudalina, has consolidated its business model following a year of strategic execution and improved operational discipline. The company reported net revenue of 1.24 billion Brazilian reals (0.24 billion dollars) for the full year 2025, representing a 10.4 percent increase compared to 2024. For the fourth quarter of 2025, net revenue reached 338.90 million Brazilian reals, up 8.4 […]

ThredUp's 'Clean Out' programme Credits: ThredUp ThredUp, the US-based online resale platform, has released its financial results for the fourth quarter and the full fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. The company reported a 20 percent increase in full-year revenue, reaching 310.80 million dollars, supported by significant gains in active buyers and a strategic shift toward premium assortments. For the full year 2025, gross profit rose by 19 percent to 246.80 million dollars. While the […]

Interview Successes and mistakes when it comes to brand internationalization. Credits: Inexmoda Buenos Aires — Internationalization has become one of the main challenges for fashion brands seeking growth beyond their local markets. However, the process is often accompanied by recurring mistakes related to operational readiness, financial structure, and understanding of the target market. This article is part of The Do’s and Don’ts, a new editorial series by FashionUnited that […]

Golden Goose opened 17 new stores in 2025. Credits: Golden Goose Golden Goose saw its net revenues from the direct-to-consumer (D2C) channel grow by 21 percent year-over-year. This growth was driven by 17 new store openings in 2025. The D2C channel now represents 81 percent of total net revenues, up from 77 percent in the 2024 financial year. The company recorded solid growth across all regions, with EMEA up 18 percent, APAC up 17 percent and the Americas up 9 percent. The board of directors […]

Credits: Rituals Luxury wellbeing brand Rituals is delighted to announce the opening of four new boutiques, marking another significant milestone in the brand’s UK & IE expansion strategy and reaffirming its commitment to bringing accessible luxury wellbeing experiences to high footfall locations. Please see below for the confirmed locations: 4th March: Wilton Shopping Centre in Cork The new space will provide shoppers with an immersive journey through Rituals’ distinctive range of […]

FW26. Credits: PHILIPP PLEIN PHILIPP PLEIN, the renowned luxury fashion house, debuts their Fall / Winter 2026 Collection at their infamous showroom, reconfigured as ‘The Vault’ over Milan Fashion Week. This season, PHILIPP PLEIN’s Fall / Winter Collection radiates the epitome of winter holidays, sophisticated faux furs, sleek leather and dramatic silhouettes are the core focus of the season. The collection emulates a crisp, cool aesthetic, where men’s and women’s tailoring comes […]

Anna Wintour au défilé Marc Jacobs, Automne Hiver 2024. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Chloe Malle has taken over as the editor of American Vogue, succeeding her larger-than-life mentor, Anna Wintour, who is still working down the hall. This is Ms. Malle's new reality after ascending to the most prestigious job in her field in September. Ms. Malle's first print issue is set to hit newsstands on Feb. 24. In their first joint interview, she and Ms. Wintour will discuss the future of […]

Credits: Burberry As Burberry marks its 170th anniversary, ‘The Trench, Portraits of an Icon’ celebrates a beloved signature style that has long bridged function and fashion. Founder Thomas Burberry’s pioneering invention, gabardine, has been redefining outerwear since 1879. Engineered to resist the elements while allowing freedom of movement, this innovative fabric introduced a new way of dressing. Today, each trench coat continues to embody the same duality: a shield against the […]

Etro AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight As the attention of the world's fashionistas moves from Milan to Paris on the final day of the Italian city's Fashion Week Monday, a roundup of Italy's runway style is due. Here are some of the key trends seen during Milan's Fall/Winter 2026/2027 women's collections. Furry beast Bottega Veneta, Gucci and Emporio Armani AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Furry, fuzzy or just plain poofy was all over the Milan runways, from the two […]

Gant announced as official partner of 2026 BMW Open by Bitpanda. Credits: Gant Gant will become an Official Partner of the BMW Open by Bitpanda in Munich from April 2026, entering a new two-year partnership with one of the ATP500 Tour’s most established tennis tournaments. As part of the partnership, Gant will be integrated into the tournament experience, with the brand outfitting all on-court officials including ball kids, chair umpires and tournament crew, reinforcing its longstanding […]

Hackney Moves 2025. Credits: HOKA HOKA has been confirmed as the new title partner of the iconic Hackney Moves festival, widely regarded as one of the most culturally and community connected events in the London running calendar. HOKA Hackney Moves is a weekend-long celebration in East London with live music and community activations hosted at the festival event village on Hackney Marshes, centred around the centrepiece Hackney Half on Sunday 17 May 2026. The partnership is a continued […]

Gucci autumn/winter 2026-27 Credits: Launchmetrics/spotlight The intentions and sentiments are good. “This first show of mine for Gucci introduces a universe of people, archetypes, consumers and dress codes destined to inspire my creative language for the future. It is a beginning, but already a mature one, full of intention,” Demna wrote in a letter on show day. However, it is well known that numbers are what truly matter. In these complicated times, to put it mildly, sales figures are […]

Bottega Veneta AW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Interview As Milan Fashion Week comes to a close for its autumn/winter 2026 season, Simon Longland, director of buying, fashion at Harrods, said the showcase was a “confident and cohesive” display, defined by strong collections from Bottega Veneta and Prada, as well as a “significant new chapter” at Fendi with Maria Grazia Chiuri’s debut. “From the debut at Fendi to the continued evolution of Bottega Veneta, alongside […]

Alexandra Winokur, deputy CEO, LVMH North America Credits: LVMH via LinkedIn French luxury group LVMH and Michael Burke, chairman and chief executive officer of LVMH Americas, have announced the appointment of Alexandra Winokur as deputy CEO of LVMH North America. The appointment is effective as of March 2, 2026. Winokur transitions to this key leadership role following her successful tenure as president of the Americas at Christian Dior Couture. Winokur will report directly to Burke in this […]

In Pictures Tolu Coker x Topshop. Credits: Tolu Coker x Topshop. British fashion brand Topshop has unveiled its entire 18-piece capsule collection designed in collaboration with British-Nigerian designer Tolu Coker. The line, now available via Topshop’s e-commerce site, merges Topshop’s own design heritage with the creative vision of Coker, incorporating specifically the designer’s approach to tailoring. Much of the collection prioritises sculptural silhouettes, seen in the […]

Zara store in the Iraq Mall, Baghdad, Iraq. Credits: Azadea. Madrid – Fate has seen the culmination of a major strategic goal for Spanish fashion giant Inditex coincide with one of the most volatile periods of instability in the Middle East. Despite the outbreak of military conflict between Iran and a coalition of the US and Israel, Inditex has officially entered Iraq—its 98th physical and 215th online market. The move was first signaled nearly a year ago by CEO Óscar García Maceiras […]

Zegna summer 2026 Credits: Zegna Italian luxury fashion house Zegna is stepping away from the traditional Milan Fashion Week calendar to host a “singular, time-specific moment” in Los Angeles for summer 2027. The Zegna show will take place on June 5 at Villa Zegna, the brand’s invitation-only temporary private club, which will open right after the show and remain in Los Angeles for a few days. In a statement, Zegna said the move was part of the luxury fashion house’s commitment to […]

Los Angeles, California. Credits: Unsplash. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has outlined a reporting deadline for California Greenhouse Gas Reporting (SB 253) after approving the adoption of the bill. Based on stakeholder feedback, the organisation has pin-pointed August 10, 2026, as the first-year reporting deadline. For the inaugural year, companies must include only Scope 1 and 2 emissions: the former regarding greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions controlled or owned by an […]

Atelier Athem installation for Burberry in Paris Credits: Atelier Athem by F.Berthet Paris-based creative studio, Atelier Athem, which specialises in scenography and experiential installations, is entering the UK market with a dedicated office in London, marking a new phase in the agency’s growth. To lead the London office, Atelier Athem has appointed Louise Hervouët as head of development UK to oversee business development and strategic partnerships across the region. Hervouët, an […]

The Tokyo store Credits: Tricker's Tricker's now has an Italian touch, with Roberto Menichetti appointed as its creative director. The decision follows a joint investment in the company by James Fayed, chairman of Turnbull & Asser, and Menichetti. They have acquired a majority stake through their investment vehicle, Blu Heartknot Uk Ltd. "Tricker's has an extraordinary history, built over time by skilled minds and hands that combine necessity, good taste, and innovation. This is how its […]

Luxe by Starboard retail store. Credits: Starboard Group. Interview Cruise retail is no longer a niche within a niche. It is a fast-growing global market that fashion brands are starting to take more seriously, and now, it is moving beyond the ship. According to TechSci Research, the global luxury retail market specific to cruise liners was valued at 17 billion dollars in 2025 and is projected to reach 31.88 billion dollars by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 11.05 percent. Passenger numbers are […]

Uniqlo Covent Garden store Credits: Uniqlo Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo has temporarily closed its Covent Garden store in London for a major expansion, increasing the shop floor area by 30 percent. In a statement, Uniqlo said the expansion is being designed to “elevate the customer experience,” and responds directly to “the voice of the customer” by adding more fitting rooms and self-checkout stations to support faster and more flexible ways to shop, while also “maintaining high […]

Dr. Martens store in Germany Credits: Dr. Martens Dr. Martens Chief Product Officer Adam Meek has announced his departure following a transformative four-year tenure. During his time with the heritage label, Meek oversaw global design, development, and innovation, leading a strategic shift from a product-centric model to a consumer-led approach. Under his leadership, the brand focused on franchise management and brand renewal. “I’m proud of the work we did to reconnect product to purpose […]

Credits: Protest Get ready for Midsummer Tales with the SS26 kids collection from Protest Sportswear, a fresh, playful and adventurous line inspired by sunny days and endless fun by the sea. Inspired by coastal towns, bonfire nights, sea soaked rituals and ocean adventures, these styles are designed to move effortlessly from shore to celebration within one vibrant summer collection. Credits: Protest Created for young explorers and filled with cool prints, eye catching colors and […]

Obituary River Island Credits: River Island Bernard Lewis passed away at the weekend at the age of 100. According to reports, the influential British businessman and founder of retail chain River Island was surrounded by his family in his final hours. Lewis’ interest in retail was established in his youth, when his family owned a fruit and veg stall that he eventually transitioned into a standalone shack during the war. After a period in the RAF, he later entered the textile market, […]

Credits: Checkpoint Systems Checkpoint Systems, a global leader in RFID technology and solutions, is pleased to announce it has signed a multi‑year global software agreement with JD Sports Fashion Plc to deploy their ItemOptix™ RFID Inventory Management Software across the retailer’s Sports Fashion Group stores, starting in Europe. This partnership modernizes inventory management, delivering real-time inventory visibility that enables JD Sports to improve shelf availability and make more […]

Texhibition Istanbul 2025 Texhbition returns for the 9th edition at the Istanbul Expo Center on March 4 to 6, 2026 with a renewed ambition to offer the global textile industry a place where craftmanship meets technology, imagination meets science, and future takes shape through fibre and form. Organized by ITKIB Fairs Inc. on behalf of the Istanbul Textile Exporters’ Association (İTHİB) Texhibition has become a central hub of the global textile industry: it combines production excellence, […]

Roberto Cavalli AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Black may have been the colour chosen by Roberto Cavalli's creative director for the new women's collection at Milan Fashion Week, but Fausto Puglisi is hardly feeling negative. The nearly all-black palette -- accentuated with romantic jolts of lilac and plum -- used by Puglisi Thursday night at Milan Fashion Week was instead a defiant statement for the label known for its bold, often aggressive colours and animal prints. "I wanted the […]

Credits: Adidas Created for basketball, adopted by the pioneers of streetwear, and redefined by every generation since, the adidas Originals Superstar stands as The Original Icon – a symbol of self-expression, style and authenticity that transcends time. This season sees the return of legendary actor Samuel L. Jackson, who sets out on a search for his Superstars – encountering a new wave of globally recognized icons along the way. Narrated by Samuel L. Jackson, the campaign stars […]

Crecendo March 2026 Credits: F. Julienne Report The Crecendo shoe trade show, taking place on March 1 and 2, 2026 at the Parc Floral in Paris, brings together 56 exhibitors for the autumn/winter 2026/2027 collections. In a contracting market, it remains one of the few specialised French events where independent retailers can discover trends, establish business contacts and maintain a collective momentum. Unlike other trade shows, Crecendo is not managed by an external organisation but by a […]

Credits: ASICS ASICS is proud to launch the new NAGINO™ Collection – created to empower female tennis players to move freely on court. The collection has been designed for her, by her, and includes tennis apparel, footwear, and accessories. The apparel pieces have been designed with seam reduction which creates flexibility, so she has the freedom to move effortlessly across the tennis court. This has been paired with ACTIBREEZE™ technology for lightweight breathability and comfort. The […]

Bottega Veneta AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Grey and brutalist, showy and shimmering -- the stark contrasts of the Italian fashion capital of Milan fuelled the creative mind of Bottega Veneta's Louise Trotter in her second collection for the brand. The city's harsh aspects found expression in the armour-like coats that Trotter sent down the runway Saturday night at Milan Fashion Week, while its theatrical side burst forth from delightfully tactile creations made from recycled […]

Dolce&Gabbana AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Step aside, influencers! Madonna was the star attraction Saturday at the Dolce & Gabbana show in Milan, the week's top celebrity sighting that risked overshadowing the brand's all-black collection of ultra-feminine looks. Arriving 45 minutes late, the "Material Girl" made her way to her seat -- next to fashion doyenne Anna Wintour, no less -- wearing a short black corset-style dress underneath a black jacket, dark glasses and […]

Credits: portugueseshoes.pt The APICCAPS has relaunched its Knowledge Roadshow initiative for the third consecutive year, strengthening ties between Portugal’s footwear industry and the school community. Integrated into the Bioshoes4all project and supported by Portugal’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR), the programme forms part of the Footwear Cluster Strategic Plan 2030. It comes at a time when the European fashion sector is expected to require approximately 500,000 new employees by […]

Interview Loes Bakker, HR and coach at Tally-ho Credits: Courtesy of Tally-ho What does she enjoy most about her work? Loes Bakker, HR and coach at fashion retailer Tally-ho, does not need to think for long. “I derive real happiness from the in-depth coaching conversations with our managers,” she says. “They can even move me to tears, especially when things fall into place.” She also mentions her freedom. “I use Mondays as a focus day for ongoing matters, email and inspiration […]

Lululemon opens new flagship store in SoHo, NYC Credits: Lululemon Chip Wilson, the founder and a significant shareholder of Canadian athletic apparel company Lululemon, has launched a public campaign to reform the company board of directors. In a letter addressed to shareholders on February 27, 2026, Wilson expressed dissatisfaction with the current strategic oversight and the performance of the brand, citing a loss of approximately 20 billion dollars in shareholder value over the past five […]

Container ships are getting used to longer routes. Credits: Ian Taylor/Unsplash The garment industry, a sector famously built on the “just-in-time” philosophy and razor-thin margins, is currently navigating one of its most complex periods of structural volatility. The West Asia crisis has evolved quickly from a regional concern into a systemic chokehold on global textile flows. The escalating conflict in the Middle East is thus no longer just a headline; it is a direct tax on every […]

Credits: FW26 Men's Denim Highlights©Launchmetrics/spotlight In the history of men’s runway fashion, denim has never held greater significance. This was clearly evident for Fall/Winter 2026. The variety of silhouettes, washes, surface interest and other detailing was enough to pique any store buyer’s interest. Here are the highlights from the men’s collections. Credits: Juun J m clp F26 099 ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Jean shapes ran the gamut this season. Juun J delivered them […]

Shuhei Iwasa Credits: Courtesy of Shuhei Iwasa Interview The autumn/winter 26 menswear shows concluded a few weeks ago, allowing time for reflection and review. Shuhei Iwasa, menswear buyer for the Japanese department store chain Takashimaya, has done just that. At the retailer, he is responsible for “CS Case Study”, a concept that involves curated fashion spaces in Takashimaya locations across Osaka, Kyoto, Nihombashi, Yokohama, Shinjuku and Tamagawa. These locations offer “trendy […]

Tod's AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Artisans in white coats greeted guests at the Tod's fashion show in Milan Friday, crafting the Made in Italy leather and needlework items for which the company -- and country -- is renowned. But despite that display of handcraft, there has been little mention at Milan Fashion Week of some of the industry's forgotten workers -- whom prosecutors found were working in sweatshop conditions at subcontractors for many Italian luxury brands, including […]

OpenAI app on phone. Credits: Unsplash. OpenAI announced Friday a massive $110 billion funding round valuing the ChatGPT maker at $730 billion, with SoftBank, Nvidia and Amazon each making multi-billion-dollar commitments as the artificial intelligence company races to meet surging global demand. The investment round - one of the largest in Silicon Valley history - includes $30 billion from Japanese conglomerate SoftBank, $30 billion from chip giant Nvidia, and $50 billion from Amazon, with […]

Topshop and THG Ingenuity host AI-driven, shoppable runway. Credits: Asos. Topshop ventured into new realms this week, hosting an AI-driven shoppable catwalk via ‘Front Row AI’, an event app built by THG Ingenuity. Certified as a “world’s first”, the event transitioned the catwalk into a shoppable ecosystem, allowing users to interact with the show, try-on virtual outfits and purchase looks directly from the runway. During the event, an AI host guided guests alongside digital […]

Philippe Guettat, Bluebell Group president and CEO. Credits: Bluebell Group. Asia-based brand distributor Bluebell Group has named Philippe Guettat as its president and chief executive officer on a permanent basis. Guettat had been serving at the helm in an interim capacity since late last year, succeeding Ashley Mickleright who was retiring at the time. During his interim period, Guettat was said to have shown “clarity and strategic discipline" necessary for the permanent role, chairman, […]

Ebay's US HQ. Credits: Ebay newroom Marketplace giant Ebay has said it is slashing around 800 roles across the business, representing 6 percent of its global workforce. The platform confirmed the news in a statement shared with various media outlets, including WSJ, to which it said: “We are taking steps to reinvest across our business and align our structure with our strategic priorities, which will affect certain roles across our workforce. “We are grateful for the contributions of the […]

Visualisation Credits: Ian Taylor/Unsplash The free trade agreement between the EU and the South American Mercosur bloc will soon move into provisional application, despite an ongoing review by the European Court of Justice (ECJ). European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced the move in Brussels following ratification by Uruguay and Argentina on Thursday. Provisional application allows businesses in the EU, Uruguay, and Argentina to benefit from reduced tariffs and streamlined […]

Marks & Spencer launches cotton programme in bid to strengthen biodiverse farming practices. Credits: M&S. British department store Marks & Spencer has established a new partnership with sustainability innovator Pilio to launch the Affordable Clean Environment (ACE) cotton programme. The initiative intends to broaden access to clean energy and strengthen biodiverse farming practices within Indian cotton-growing communities. Developed as part of Marks & Spencer’s Plan A […]

Washington, DC – image for illustration. Credits: Pexels / Anna Lowe The Fair Labor Association (FLA) is set to host its first flagship event, where brands, unions, civil society organisations, and universities will be brought together to address working conditions in global supply chains. Dubbed ‘Fair Labor Global Summit’, the event will take place in Washington, DC, from March 10 to 12, 2026, and intends to build on FLA’s existing efforts of uniting differing parties to better the […]

Interview Remake’s #PayHer and # PayUp campaigns led to over 22 billion US dollars in recouped funds. Credits: Remake Who does not remember social impact initiatives like the #PayUp campaign or the #NoNewClothes challenge? Then there are the annual Fashion Accountability Reports and the “Made in…” film series, all initiatives by nonprofit Remake. Sadly, the organisation is forced to shut down at the end of the month after failing to secure the necessary funding to sustain its […]

Textile Exchange Conference 2025. Credits: Textile Exchange On the back of its pivot to a membership model, Textile Exchange has now outlined a new Action Cohort to run alongside its Community Cohort, this time with a focus on standardising progress reporting for brands, retailers, and raw material producers. This new cohort is structured around a three-step pathway that the organisation’s chief engagement and partnerships officer, Sarah Needham, said intended to give structure and […]

Changemakers in Fashion, Rachel Arthur, sustainability strategist and consultant Credits: Rachel Arthur Interview There are countless sustainability initiatives across the global fashion industry, but who is truly driving that transition? Are their efforts visible to the public or not? In this series, we interview changemakers, consultants, sustainability experts, and activists in fashion to see what we can learn from their work. We speak with Rachel Arthur, strategist, consultant, and author […]

Primark store. Credits: Primark Eoin Tonge, Primark’s interim chief executive officer, is reportedly being considered for the permanent position, with an official announcement expected to be made next month. According to Sky News, Primark’s parent company Associate British Foods (ABF) is getting closer to installing Tonge to the helm as the retailer continues to tackle a turbulent period. If made, the announcement would come almost one year after Tonge, a former finance director for […]

SS26. Credits: Levi's® Authentic utility meets contemporary style where purpose and design intersect. Drawing inspiration from Hawaiian workwear fabrics and the enduring appeal of the carpenter aesthetic, the Levi’s® brand presents an expanded Workwear collection for Spring/Summer 2026. The fashion-forward approach to utilitarian dressing reimagines timeless workwear details with lightweight summer fabrications and lived-in finishes, creating pieces designed to stand the test of time while […]

Marc Cain opens new franchise store in Jinzhou, China. Credits: Marc Cain Marc Cain has opened its new franchise store in the Xintiandi Mall in Jinzhou, China, thereby strengthening its position in the Asian market. The premium label presents its collections in an exclusive and modern ambience across approximately 180 square metres. The design reflects the unmistakable Marc Cain aesthetic and brand DNA: rose-coloured walls meet elegant ornaments, which accentuate both the store and the glass […]

IN PICTURES Marni FW26 Credits: Marni via Karla Otto A significant moment in the career of Belgian designer Meryll Rogge. After working for Dries van Noten and her own eponymous brand, she now heads the Italian luxury fashion house Marni. Both the fashion house and the designer appreciate colourful and unexpected combinations, which Rogge's debut collection was full of. “Echoes of the known and familiar,” begins the press release for Marni's autumn/winter 2026 collection. “It marks […]

Oxford Circus Credits: New West End Company Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, has given the green flag to pedestrianisation plans for London’s Oxford Street following a second consultation addressing local traffic diversion. Transport for London (TfL) has now been instructed to move forward with a proposal to remove traffic between Great Portland Street and Orchard Street. The move will extend blockades already implemented in part of the area, with a full halt on vehicles expected to be […]

Credits: BOSS David Beckham attended the BOSS Fall/Winter 26 Fashion Show in Milan wearing a key look from the upcoming BOSS BY BECKHAM collection – debuting pieces from the new selection, which will officially launch in March. David wore a two-piece, single-breasted brown suit, precisely cut for a slim fit and made from a light, summery blend of virgin wool, silk, and linen. The tailoring was styled with timeless classics: a crisp, slim-fit blue cotton shirt, and a pair of smooth brown […]

The RealReal store and order management point in Newport Beach Credits: The RealReal The US-based luxury resale platform The RealReal reported a transformative fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, surpassing the 2.13 billion dollar mark in gross merchandise value (GMV). This represents a 16 percent increase compared to the previous year, while total annual revenue rose 15 percent to 693 million dollars. Rati Levesque, the president and chief executive officer of The RealReal, highlighted that […]

The Puma headquarters in Herzogenaurach Credits: Christoph Maderer In 2025, Puma recorded the highest net loss in its corporate history. The Herzogenaurach-based sporting goods manufacturer is in the midst of a profound strategic shift. This shift is painful in the short term but is intended to enable a return to the top tier in the long run. During a press call on Thursday, CFO Markus Neubrand confirmed the historic loss. He emphasised that the result must be viewed in relation to the […]

Maje Boutique. Credits: Wertheim Village Paris - Following a significant loss in 2024 and years of shareholder turmoil, the French ready-to-wear group SMCP (Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot and Fursac) generated a net profit of 16.6 million euros (19.62 million dollars) in 2025, it announced on Thursday. “It’s starting to get a little brighter,” said Isabelle Guichot, the group’s chief executive officer. She praised the improved results for SMCP, which reported a global turnover of 1.22 […]

SS26. Credits: Aurélien Aurélien, the young luxury maison quietly shaping a new era of refined elegance, continues its ascent across the worlds most discerning retail floors. With placements at Harrods, Selfridges, and Printemps, a celebrated flagship in Amsterdam, and a London boutique opening soon, the brand is rapidly becoming one of the most intriguing names in contemporary menswear. Beyond Europe, Aurélien is also gaining momentum among key department stores and luxury retailers […]

Prada AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Does Prada want to coddle you in an unravelling world? At Milan Fashion Week on Thursday, the Prada show opened with cozy knit sweaters and multi-coloured scarves, only for garments to be ripped open, exposed and distressed as the catwalk continued. Meta's Mark Zuckerberg and wife Priscilla Chan were celebrity guests in the front row of the Fall/Winter 2026-2026 women's show, but most of the shrieking by the female crowds outside was reserved for […]

FW26: Toga, Ksenia Schnaider, Tolu Coker and Burberry. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight At LFW FW26, the dominant mood was undeniably subdued. Black led the way, with burgundy and brown offering variations. Army green, already prominent in pre-fall 2026 and at NYFW FW26, maintained its influence, reinforcing utilitarian aesthetics. Grey re-emerged as a key player in sharp, tailored suiting, while pairings of navy and sky blue provided a refreshing seasonal counterpoint. Amid the many […]

Mossi Traore show at Paris Fashion Week FW24. Credit: Launchmetrics Credits: Mossi Traore show at Paris Fashion Week FW24. Credit: Launchmetrics On the eve of Paris Fashion Week, several young French designers — including Mossi, Jeanne Friot, Pierre-François Valette, Phileo Landowski and Steven Passaro — spoke at La Caserne to discuss the difficulties they face in their business. Precarious economic conditions, competitive imbalances, inadequate training and a shortage of technical […]

Craft Mannequins stand Credits: Alexander Gehle/Knoblauch 1,800 exhibitors, 18 exhibition halls and countless innovations for the retail of tomorrow. Anyone wanting to keep track at EuroShop needs a trained eye. This is exactly what trend scout Alex Gehle and retail expert Chris Zorn from the interior design company Knoblauch offered with their expo tour, “Spotting the bold”, at the Düsseldorf trade fair for retail innovations. Their aim was to guide retailers to where materials […]

Six Stories store Credits: Six Stories UK-based bridal brand Six Stories has announced a series of senior appointments to accelerate global growth and long-term value creation within the bridalwear category. The strategic expansion follows a period of significant momentum for the Manchester-based business, particularly in the US market. The new hires are intended to sharpen the global brand positioning of the company and support product innovation within its niche. The brand currently operates […]

Asda's new George concept store. Credits: Asda. Supermarket giant Asda is continuing the rollout of its George concept stores, revealing plans to open 10 new locations across the UK. The first dedicated George store to open this year will be unveiled on March 12 in Peterborough. Here, the existing Asda Living location in Brotherhood Shopping Park will be relaunched under the new concept. The upcoming opening marks a new phase in Asda’s strategy to transition its Asda Living portfolio to […]

Credits: Ukrainian fashion week Ukrainian Fashion Week FW26–27 is set to take place in Kyiv on 12–15 March, 2026. The dates of the season were rescheduled due to the ongoing russian terrorist attacks targeting Ukraine’s critical infrastructure and the extremely challenging situation in the country’s energy system. Over 40 Ukrainian fashion brands will introduce new collections across runway shows, presentations and trade show as part of the official schedule. The season reaffirms the […]

Legacy SS26. Credits: Lyle & Scott Legacy Legacy is Lyle & Scott’s mainline menswear collection. For Spring Summer 2026, it builds on the pieces the brand is known for and introduces a fresher, more progressive direction across the range. Lyle & Scott has always sat in a particular space. Sport, style and culture, without forcing itself into any one lane. Over 150 years the brand has been worn across different eras and different scenes, not because it chased them, but because the […]

Wolverine Worldwide's 'The Factory’ headquarters in Rockford, Michigan Credits: Wolverine Worldwide The US-based footwear group Wolverine Worldwide reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2025, which ended January 3, 2026. The company exceeded its forecast across all key metrics for the final quarter, supported by global growth in its primary brands and continued improvements in the direct-to-consumer (D2C) channel. Chris Hufnagel, the president and chief […]

Gildan Activewear Credits: Gildan Activewear The Montreal-based apparel manufacturer Gildan Activewear has reported record fourth-quarter net sales from continuing operations of 1.08 billion dollars, representing a 31.3 percent increase over the prior year. This performance was significantly bolstered by the completion of the HanesBrands acquisition on December 1, 2025, which added 217 million dollars in revenue during the final month of the quarter. For the full fiscal year 2025, the company […]

Jimmy Choo unveils „The Rules of Engagement“ bridal campaign starring Gabbriette Credits: Jimmy Choo Confident, instinctive, and fiercely individual, Gabbriette - who is preparing for her own wedding later this year - brings a powerful sense of magnetism and realism to the narrative, grounding bridal style in self-expression and joy rather than traditional expectation. Video is used to bring the campaign to life and highlight Gabbriette's playful personality. The Rules of Engagement is a […]

The answer to many a problem - worker helplines. AI-generated image for illustration purposes. Credits: FashionUnited After the Rana Plaza building collapse on 24th April 2013 in Savar near Dhaka in Bangladesh, two initiatives emerged that were tasked with improving situations in the country’s ready-made garment (RMG) sector: the Bangladesh Accord on Fire and Building Safety (Accord) and the Bangladesh Alliance for Worker Safety (Alliance). The loss of more than 1,100 lives, many of them […]

Credits: Protest For Summer 2026, Protest Sportswear presents a men’s collection that captures the spirit of long days, warm nights and effortless outdoor living. Designed for versatility, comfort, and style, the lineup blends trusted essentials, sporty casual pieces, and functional outdoor styles that transition smoothly from beach to street to nature. Meet the Protest Icons The best beachwear should always be within reach. This season, trusted beach styles return as our Protest Icons, […]

Garment factory. Image for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. A new survey of UK clothing manufacturers has raised fresh concerns about the way brands and retailers manage their supplier relationships. The research, carried out by the University of Nottingham, the University of Leicester and Transform Trade, gathered responses from 48 tier-one manufacturers across England, Scotland and Wales between March and October 2025. The findings point to widespread unfair purchasing practices. Many […]

Credits: FIRE For many fashion brands, wholesale is primarily a sales process. Collections are sold, orders are written, reorders are placed. But in this process, something essential is often lost: the brand itself. While brands invest heavily in storytelling, visual identity and customer experience in direct-to-consumer channels, wholesale often remains functional. PDFs, Excel sheets and traditional B2B portals dominate. Products are listed — but not experienced. Collections are ordered — […]

Credits: Paris college of Art Paris College of Art (PCA) has announced the launch of a new Master of Arts in Critical Fashion Practices, set to begin in September 2026. Applications for the English-language program are now open. The graduate degree arrives at a time of heightened scrutiny for the global fashion industry, which has faced ongoing criticism over environmental impact, labor practices, and economic instability. Industry reports estimate that approximately 92 million tons of textile […]

Credits: Kings League adidas and Kings League have extended their global commercial partnership, confirming the sports brand as the league’s Official Technical Partner through June 2028. adidas-Kings League is an alliance that is defining a bold new era for sports entertainment, delivering unexpected formats, compelling storytelling, and products that resonate with the next generation of fans. The renewal builds on a partnership first established in 2023, when adidas became a strategic early […]