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In Pictures Moncler The Red Carpet - Vittoria Ceretti, 2025 Credits: Courtesy of Moncler Moncler is set to launch a new retrospective across the city of New York, culminating at Vanderbilt Hall at the Grand Central Terminal, in honor of its 15-plus-year cultural bond with the city as it opens its largest flagship store to date. Named ‘New York in Moncler,’ the retrospective runs from September 9th through to the 13th, coinciding with New York Fashion Week. The open-air exhibition […]

Credits: ASICS ASICS is proud to announce its partnership with the Alpine Paris Major Premier Padel, securing its position as the official apparel and footwear partner for the tournament’s milestone fifth edition, taking place September 6–13, 2026, at the iconic Roland-Garros stadium. Under the agreement, ASICS will outfit the tournament’s ballkids and animations’ staff, showcasing the brand’s advanced padel-specific footwear and apparel throughout the week-long competition. This […]

FW26 Credits: Arket Arket presents its autumn/winter 2026 campaign, “Noticing Everyday Beauty”, starring models Iselin Steiro and Badhiel Lony Nyang. The campaign revolves around the textures, colours and rhythms of the season, exploring a quieter way of observing details and everyday moments. Balance between energy and ease Captured by Dudi Hasson, Adrian Levander and Daphne Terrasson, the campaign reveals the design directions of the autumn and winter collections, which balance energy […]

FW26 Credits: BOGNER BOGNER has unveiled the theme for its Fall/Winter 2026 collection, "An Alpine Adventure – Into the White," setting the tone for a season built around freedom, movement and the energy of exploration. From untouched snow to the city The campaign draws on the contrast between fresh tracks through untouched snow and the dynamic pulse of the city, with BOGNER framing Winter 2026 through clear skies, crisp winter air and endless horizons. The brand describes the season as one […]

The Kering group headquarters at 40 rue de Sèvres, Paris. Credits: ©Eric Sander. Luxury group Kering is continuing to strengthen its centres of excellence with the appointment of Marilyne Trebus as its new product director, effective immediately this Tuesday, according to a report by WWD. In her new role, she will report to Carlo Mocci, chief client officer, who took up his position last May and joined the group's executive committee. Confirmed expertise in the luxury sector Marilyne Trebus […]

The Very Group headquarters. Credits: The Very Group The potential sale of British online retailer Very Group is reportedly close to being scrapped after prospective buyers declined to meet the two billion pound asking price.

Credits: Calvin Klein Calvin Klein unveils the second chapter of its "Feel the Fit" denim campaign for autumn 2026 today, starring the acclaimed, Tony Award-nominated actress Sadie Sink. The campaign revolves around the confidence that comes from a pair of jeans that just fits right. Sadie brings her own style and fresh attitude to the iconic Calvin Klein jeans. "Denim has been a staple in my wardrobe my entire life, so this partnership with Calvin Klein felt very natural," said Sadie Sink. […]

American Eagle x Lamine Yamal Credits: AE In Pictures American Eagle is releasing its first product collaboration with Lamine Yamal on Thursday, six weeks after the Barcelona winger lifted the World Cup with Spain. American Eagle x Lamine Yamal Credits: AE The collection leans on the loose, streetwear-adjacent style Yamal favours away from the pitch, including baggy denim, cargo trousers, hooded denim jackets, oversized denim shirting and basics. Yamal, who described himself as still […]

A Victoria's Secret store Image: Victoria´s Secret US lingerie retailer Victoria’s Secret & Co. achieved significant growth in sales and earnings in the second quarter of the 2026/27 financial year. In light of this recent positive development, management raised its full-year forecast on Thursday.

Credits: Tessa Koops Brick and mortar retail has been under pressure for years. E-commerce gained ground on the very factors where the high street struggles to compete: convenience and reach. Consequently, shops in many city centres that relied on passing trade have quietly disappeared. However, a category of stores seems to be bucking this trend. These businesses do not compete on convenience but on something else entirely, offering a reason to visit that goes beyond mere necessity. Within […]

Lucyd Aero Credits: Innovative Eyewear US-based smart eyewear developer Innovative Eyewear Incorporated has announced significant business progress for the third quarter of 2026. The Miami-headquartered developer and manufacturer, known for brands such as Lucyd, Lucyd Armor, Reebok, Nautica and Eddie Bauer, recorded record commercial performance alongside a series of retail expansions and strategic technology alliances.

FW26 Credits: Lacoste Lacoste is releasing the Slam Break, the new standout model in its tennis-inspired sneaker line. Following the earlier launch of the Slam Break Premium, worn by tennis player Arthur Fils, the brand is building on its tennis court heritage and some sixty years of experience in footwear. From tennis court to atelier The accompanying campaign is set between the atelier and the tennis court, showcasing Lacoste's take on the sport's iconography by reshaping familiar codes. The […]

A Lands' End store Image: Lands' End Inc. US clothing retailer Lands’ End Inc. increased its revenue and returned to profitability in the second quarter of the 2026/27 financial year, according to an interim report published on Thursday.

Credits: Marc Cain On 2 September, Marc Cain invited selected guests to an exclusive event at the prestigious Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire. Among the prominent guests were Lady Amelia and Lady Eliza Spencer, Renee Stewart, as well as influencers Lydia Millen and Kate Hutchins. Credits: Marc Cain Amid the idyllic Hampshire countryside, the brand celebrated its current collection theme, “Equestrian Grace”, staging it in an elegant setting inspired by equestrian sport. The hotel’s […]

Zegna SS27 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Ermenegildo Zegna reported revenues of 987.3 million euros (1.15 billion dollars) in the first half, up 6 percent year-over-year and 9 percent on an organic basis. The direct-to-consumer channel drove the performance with a growth of 12 percent (+16 percent on an organic basis), accounting for 86 percent of the group's brand revenues. Meanwhile, the ongoing rationalisation of the wholesale channel across the three brands resulted in a 14.6 percent […]

The Boulevard, NI. Credits: Lotus Property. Crocs and Hollister are set to expand their physical retail presence in Ireland with two new stores at The Boulevard in Banbridge, marking a first for both brands in the region.

Credits: Teva Teva, a division of Deckers Brands, has launched Trailpeak, a high performance daily trail running shoe and the brand's first footwear developed in full collaboration with athletes from its Teva Bureau of Adventure (TBA). The shoe is now available at Teva.com, with a limited release at select US retailers. Built with input from ultrarunners TBA ultrarunners Erin Ton and Mike Wardian played a central role in the shoe's development, testing early prototypes and giving feedback […]

Credits: Lyle & Scott Lyle & Scott is expanding its Reactive product range for AW26, adding new knitwear and outerwear styles that respond to heat, UV light, water and low-light conditions. The Reactive Series draws on the brand's 152-year heritage as a springboard for design experimentation. Heat Reactive moves into knitwear Heat Reactive technology continues across outerwear, with the brand's shell jacket joined by a new quilted jacket and gilet. All three styles arrive in Washed […]

AllSaints unveils new brand identity under Aaron Esh. Credits: AllSaints. British fashion brand AllSaints has unveiled a new brand identity under the creative direction of London designer Aaron Esh, alongside the launch of its autumn/winter 2026 collection. The move is the first major creative expression of Esh, following his appointment as chief creative officer in October 2025. Esh oversees the brand’s design, campaigns, digital expression and overall brand tone across menswear and […]

Credits: Poundland / Pepco Group. Poundland’s owner Gordon Brothers has reportedly launched a formal sale process for the budget retailer and is accelerating the search ahead of the Christmas trading period, a report by Sky News has suggested.

Collaborative collection designed by Elie Saab for H&M, campaign image. Credits: H&M. Madrid – Continuing its high-profile collaboration strategy, a dynamic the Swedish fashion multinational pioneered, H&M has just announced the development of a collaborative capsule collection with haute couture designer Elie Saab. The collection will go on sale from October 22, 2026. Founded in Beirut in 1982 by designer Elie Saab, the creative and his fashion house has since solidified its […]

Watches of Switzerland store Credits: Watches of Switzerland UK-based retailer Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG) has reiterated its full-year guidance for financial year 2027 following a period of consistent trading momentum in the 17 weeks to August 30, 2026.

Credits: FIRE In fashion, brand experience is everything. At least in B2C. In B2B, many brands still accept something very different: Portals that look like ERP extensions. Interfaces that feel like spreadsheets. Sales tools that prioritise transactions over presentation. And then we wonder why wholesale becomes purely functional. The truth is simple: B2B is not less emotional. It has simply been treated as less important. That is where the opportunity lies. The uncomfortable reality of most […]

Credit: Carhartt Workwear brand Carhartt releases the Iconic J140 Active Jac, crafted from its durable Firm Duck material. While some workwear styles fade after a few seasons, the Active Jac has become a classic since its 1975 debut. It is a trusted staple for generations of tradespeople. Over 50 years later, its distinctive design remains instantly recognisable. Key features include sturdy duck fabric, ample room for movement, protection against wind and cold, and a construction built for […]

Sports Direct Liverpool flagship on Church Street Credits: Sports Direct The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has upheld a complaint against Sports Direct over the use of a recommended retail price (RRP), as the retailer's parent company Frasers Group continues to challenge the regulator’s approach to price comparisons.

Credits: GANT US heritage brand Gant has appointed British actor Theo James as its new global brand ambassador. The partnership launches with the brand's fall/winter 2026 campaign, photographed in Tribeca, New York City, and reflects what Gant describes as a shared appreciation for timeless style and its vision of American sportswear. James is known for roles in 'The White Lotus', 'The Gentlemen' and 'Divergent'. According to Gant, his understated personal style and appreciation for quality […]

Credits: Teva With its autumn/winter 2026 collection, Teva is expanding its range with functional footwear designed for diverse weather conditions and outdoor activities. The ReEmber, Grandview and Hurricane Trailsetter models are each distinguished by a combination of comfort, protection and grip. The growing interest in walking, hiking and other outdoor activities makes versatile footwear increasingly important. With this collection, Teva responds to this development with models suitable for […]

Whitby, UK. Credits: Unsplash. August footfall remained largely stable across UK retail destinations, with back-to-school shopping helping to offset impact from extreme weather throughout the month. Between August 2 and 30, footfall rose 1 percent year-on-year and 0.1 percent month-on-month, according to MRI Software.

Lee Jeans Credits: Courtesy of Lee Jeans US brand management company Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) has named Shanghai Huizhong Technology (HiMaxx) as the operating partner for denim brand Lee across China, Hong Kong and Macau.

Credits: Courtesy of Filippo Moscati The two Italian icons unite to celebrate creativity, heritage, and the people behind the journey. One shapes steel into movement; the other transforms fabric into protection and expression: Napapijri and Moto Guzzi are proud to announce the beginning of a multifaceted collaboration that brings together two brands united by a shared passion for adventure. The core of the collaboration is a limited-edition capsule collection that translates the shared values […]

Zara store at 459 Gangnam-daero Avenue in Seoul, South Korea. Credits: Zara. Madrid – Following the opening of a new Massimo Dutti store just a few weeks ago, the first high street store in the country, Inditex is once again demonstrating the significant role it continues to assign to South Korea as a key market for its growth. This is marked by the inauguration of a new and spectacular flagship store for Zara, the group's main chain by turnover, in its capital, Seoul. The store also […]

Credits: Asics During Copenhagen Fashion Week, ASICS SportStyle, Zalando & Hero brought the ASICS Bloom Experienceto life at Nikolaj Kunsthal, creating an immersive space inspired by the rhythms of the female cycle and the idea of moving with your body, not against it. Rooted in ASICS' belief in the power of movement to uplift both body and mind, the activation builds on the brand's Sound Mind, Sound Body philosophy. Inspired by the insight that women have historically been encouraged to […]

Ulla Johnson London store. Credits: Ulla Johnson. New York-based womenswear brand Ulla Johnson has opened its first standalone retail destination outside the US at 150 Sloane Street in London.

Credits: EURATEX The introduction of the €3 customs duty on low-value imports marks an important milestone in Europe's efforts to address the challenges created by the rapid growth of ultra-fast-fashion imports. Together with the abolition of the €150 customs duty exemption, it demonstrates that policymakers are willing to act when market distortions become impossible to ignore. But this should be seen as a first step, not the final destination. Today, at Premiere Vision, the European […]

A Tommy Hilfiger store Image: Tommy Hilfiger US apparel group PVH Corporation reported an expected decline in revenue in the second quarter of the 2026/27 financial year. The company also slipped into the red due to high one-off charges. The results, published on Wednesday evening, gave management no reason to change its full-year forecast.

Credits: Farfetch FARFETCH, the global platform for luxury, presents its Autumn/Winter campaign, turning to Paris’s architecturally iconic apartment complex Le Périscope to explore the concept of liminal spaces and the transience of seasons. The campaign's looks contrast structured, architectural silhouettes with the relaxed warmth of retro knitwear, with earth tones dominating the visual story for Autumn/Winter. Featuring runway pieces from Miu Miu alongside retro knits from Ralph Lauren, […]

Richard Price Credits: N Brown UK fashion and homeware digital retail platform N Brown Group has appointed Richard Price as an independent non-executive director to strengthen its leadership expertise and support long-term growth strategies. Price brings more than 35 years of experience across the UK retail sector, with specialized expertise in fashion, clothing, and home sectors. He most recently served as managing director of clothing, home and beauty at Marks & Spencer (M&S), where […]

Gildan headquarters Credits: Gildan Activewear Inc. Canadian apparel manufacturer Gildan Activewear (Gildan) is under investigation for potential securities fraud following allegations of channel stuffing that led to a sharp decline in its share price.

Isadora Versiani and Nadia Svensson Credits: Dr. Martens British footwear brand Dr. Martens has announced two senior appointments to its global product leadership team. Isadora Versiani joins as global product design director from fashion brand Marc Jacobs, and Nadia Svensson joins as global merchandising and product director from Adidas. Both executives will take up their newly created roles in November 2026, joining the company leadership team. Reporting to chief brand officer Carla Murphy, […]

Marc Jacobs store Credits: Marc Jacobs US fashion group G-III Apparel Group (G-III) has reported its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2027 ended July 31, 2026 with net sales decrease of 10 percent to 554.1 million dollars.

Inga Skripka's Project, My Historical Grandma's Mode of Life Credits: by Rasa Baltrimaite Interview There are not many designers who invest a year of their time sourcing the right fabrics, but that's exactly what Inga Skripka did. A creator and founder of her eponymous line, she spent close to a year travelling across her home country of Lithuania looking for weavers. "I was looking for the footprints and initials of our folklore, remaining Lithuanian traditions," she says to FashionUnited in […]

Jatahy and Birman when they signed the company merger Credits: Azzas 2154 Following refuted speculation about disagreements between partners Alexandre Birman and Roberto Jatahy, the Brazilian conglomerate Azzas 2154 Group announced an agreement for a corporate reorganisation on September 2. The official statement confirms the separation of both companies.

Alo pushes into menswear and accessories with Joe Burrow campaign Credits: Alo Alo has reunited with NFL quarterback Joe Burrow for a second campaign, launching Wednesday, that leads with eyewear and men's staples. The fall 2026 campaign, shot at Milk Studios in Los Angeles by Tom Schirmacher, features Burrow in the new Alo Speed sunglasses alongside the Accolade ¼ zip pullover, Idol crewneck short sleeve and the Alo Runner. The Alo Voyage duffle also returns, a style the brand ties directly […]

Elizabeth Hurley for Joseph Ribkoff Credits: Joseph Ribkoff After nearly 70 years as a wholesale-driven Canadian womenswear house, Joseph Ribkoff is making its most significant strategic pivot to date: the brand has launched its first global direct-to-consumer (DTC) digital flagship, unveiled a renewed brand vision centered on “Elegance in Motion,” and named Elizabeth Hurley the face of its new global campaign.

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Interview FW26. Credits: Mustang This article is based on an independent editorial interview and was not created as part of a paid collaboration. How much of its past can a brand carry while remaining relevant for the future? For Mustang CEO Andreas Baur, finding the right balance is part of his daily leadership work. In an interview with FashionUnited, he discusses guiding the almost 70-year-old German denim brand through a period of change. Baur also talks about mastering the balancing […]

Dresses by Michael Kors, Tommy Hilfiger and Anna Sui Credits: Ebay Ebay is opening New York Fashion Week with Endless Runway: The Archive, a one-night retrospective and live auction of archival American fashion staged in partnership with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), the marketplace announced on Wednesday. The exhibition assembles more than 150 rare and archival garments by American designers, all sourced from Ebay, alongside pieces loaned directly by designers and […]

KidSuper x Béis Credits: Béis In Pictures Béis will release a nine-piece collaboration with KidSuper, the New York–based creative label founded by artist and designer Colm Dillane. The collection, which first appeared on the runway during KidSuper’s spring/summer 2027 show in Miami this past June, arrives on September 9. KidSuper x Béis Credits: Béis KidSuper x Béis Credits: Béis Modeled in Miami by Béis founder Shay Mitchell, the line introduces Béis’ first-ever […]

Adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams Virginia Watermoc Credits: Adidas In Pictures Pharrell Williams and Adidas Originals are revisiting the brand’s outdoor archive with the new Virginia Watermoc, a technical everyday sneaker inspired by the early-2000s adidas Adventure Water Moc. Adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams Virginia Watermoc campaign Credits: Adidas The latest addition to the ongoing Adidas Originals x Pharrell Williams Virginia partnership, the Watermoc translates outdoor […]

Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris, September 2026 Credits: Messe Frankfurt France In Pictures Texworld Apparel Sourcing Paris, which runs from August 31 to September 2, 2026, at Paris-Le Bourget, is expanding its scope with new departments. These include Outdoor and Fashion Accessories. The trade show is also opening up to new sourcing destinations: Armenia; Kyrgyzstan; Uzbekistan; and Bulgaria. Within this new landscape, India emerges as a key player. As an established textile powerhouse, the […]

Ferrari Fashion School's premises Credits: Ferrari Fashion school Ferrari Fashion School, part of the Plena Education group, has formed an academic partnership with Teesside University, a UK public university recognised for its innovative approach to teaching. The collaboration allows students in Milan to pursue a bachelor of arts in fashion design, fashion styling and communication, and fashion business and digital marketing. It also offers a master of arts in fashion design and creative […]

Rikke Baumgarten (left) and Helle Hestehave at the Baum und Pferdgarten FW26 show Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Danish womenswear label Baum und Pferdgarten has a new chief executive. Morten Linnet is taking on the role of chief executive officer (CEO) at the Copenhagen-based fashion house this month, the manager announced on the professional network LinkedIn on Tuesday. He succeeds Teis Werring Bruun, who stepped down from the position in January after nine years. Founders Rikke […]

Alan Buanne and Jenna Lyons for Vivaia's Re:Work campaign. Credits: Vivaia When Alan Buanne joined Vivaia as creative director in January, he brought a résumé built in the world of luxury footwear: training at Polimoda in Florence, senior roles at Nicholas Kirkwood and Bottega Veneta, and the launch of his own design-led label, Neous. Now, for fall/winter 2026, he is applying that same rigor to a comfort-first brand whose shoes retail between 129 and 249 dollars and counts podiatrists […]

Bella Hadid for Alo's pre-fall 2026 campaign Credits: Alo The China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) has rejected a non-use cancellation action brought by Alo Yoga against the Chinese trademark registrations for jewelry held by Alo jewelry CZ, s.r.o., the Prague-based jeweller announced on Tuesday.

Helly Hansen campaign. Credits: Helly Hansen Kontoor Brands, Inc. announced Helly Hansen's long-term growth strategy and 2030 financial targets on Wednesday, which Kontoor Brands will present at the Helly Hansen Investor Day. The plan is designed to scale Helly Hansen globally while significantly expanding its profitability through 2030, with a revenue target above 1.1 billion dollars — a compound annual growth rate of roughly 10 percent.

Spectre Credits: Schouw & Co. Danish industrial conglomerate Schouw & Co. has completed the acquisition of a 75 percent majority stake in Spectre, a family-owned specialised business-to-business (B2B) manufacturer of premium functional outdoor and sportswear apparel. The closing follows the initial agreement announced on July 2, 2026, after all regulatory approvals were obtained and standard closing conditions were fulfilled.

Marc Jacobs store Credits: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Roermond US brand management firm WHP Global and US fashion company G-III Apparel Group (G-III) have completed the acquisition of American brand Marc Jacobs from French luxury conglomerate LVMH. Concurrently, WHP Global and G-III have formed a joint venture to co-own the Marc Jacobs intellectual property and accelerate the brand's global expansion.

Boss store Credits: Hugo Boss German premium brand Hugo Boss will terminate its share buyback program early following announcements from UK retail company Frasers Group that it intends to build a controlling stake of more than 50 percent in the business.

UNTUCKit storefront in New Orleans Credits: Randa American apparel and accessories supplier Randa Apparel & Accessories (Randa) has acquired the operations and brand of US-based menswear company Untuckit. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Barbie x Yoon Ahn Credits: Mattel Creations The new Barbie, a result of the collaboration between Mattel Creations and Yoon Ahn, creator of the brand Ambush, will be available from 4 September, 2026. Beyond being a collector's item, this edition illustrates Mattel's strategy to refresh Barbie's image and broaden the audience for its power brand. Yoon Ahn was a finalist for the 2017 LVMH Prize. She was appointed artistic director of Dior Homme jewellery by Kim Jones in 2018. Ahn is the […]

John Galliano Credits: Por cortesía de Zara. John Galliano's canceled retrospective is the latest entry in a long Met Gala record of controversies. And it likely won’t be the last. Created by Eleanor Lambert and Dorothy Shaver in 1948 as a fundraiser for the Costume Institute, the Met Gala has evolved from a midnight dinner with tickets at 50 dollars to a highly publicized celebrity gathering with individual tickets costing 75,000 dollars in 2025, as per CBS News. At first, the Costume […]

In Pictures Travis Kelce for Tommy Hilfiger's fall 2026 campaign. Credits: Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Hilfiger unveiled its fall 2026 campaign on Tuesday, marking the debut of Travis Kelce as its global brand ambassador, as announced in March. Kelce’s campaign, shot by photographer Lachlan Bailey and set at New York’s The Plaza Hotel, arrives a week before the start of the 2026 NFL season and puts the new partnership between the athlete and the PVH-owned label through its first test. […]

Credits: Itsperfect Itsperfect, the market leader for Enterprise Resource Planning (“ERP”) software for the fashion industry in the Netherlands, with an established footprint across Germany, Belgium and the UK, is pleased to announce the launch of a strategic partnership with Armira, a leading European investment holding specialising in partnerships with entrepreneur-led and family-owned hidden champions with a long-term horizon. As a result of this collaboration, Itsperfect now seeks to […]

Credits: Texhibition Istanbul The 10th edition of Texhibition Istanbul Fabric and Textile Accessories Fair opens its doors at Istanbul Expo Center. From 9 to 11 September 2026, more than 500 exhibiting companies across five halls and 42,850 square metres present new-season collections, materials and technologies, bringing together Türkiye’s textile production strength with an increasingly international sourcing community. As one of the world’s established textile manufacturing countries, […]

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Image: Trademart A shop is no longer an island. In a retail market where consumers are increasingly conscious of where, how and from whom they buy, a good product offering is just the beginning. A strong narrative, a recognisable identity, a pleasant experience and, above all, a sense of belonging make all the difference today. Retailers who create genuine connections build not only trust and loyalty but also a community that is eager to return. This evolution is the focus of the second […]

Mytheresa new logo Credits: Mytheresa German luxury e-commerce platform Mytheresa has unveiled a refreshed logo aimed at creating a unified, distinctive and elevated expression of the brand. The update reflects the company's curated vision across its womenswear, menswear, kidswear, fine jewelry and life categories.

Illustrative image.Credits: Pexels Europe's leading textile federations called on the European Commission on Tuesday to set at 10 euros per parcel the handling fee it plans to introduce on small parcels arriving largely from China, according to news agency Agence France-Presse (AFP).

Boden campaign image Credits: Boden UK-based fashion retailer JP Boden (Holdings) Limited Group, trading as Boden, has reported sales growth and increased profitability for the financial year ending December 27, 2025.

Victoria Beckham Fall Winter 2026, Ready to Wear at Paris Fashion Week (March 2026) Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Victoria Beckham Holdings Ltd reported an operating profit for the first time since it was created in 2008, the company announced on Monday. It rose 15 percent to 129.8 million pounds (175.7 million dollars) in the year to the end of December, marking the fifth consecutive year of double-digit revenue growth. It also posted a pre-tax profit of 3.38 million pounds (about 4.5 […]

Image: Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof GmbH Mayors of five Bavarian cities are appealing to the state government to help save local branches of struggling department store chain Galeria from closure, according to German press agency dpa.

Lefties store in the Liverpool One shopping centre in Liverpool (UK). Credits: Lefties. Madrid – The opening of the first UK store for Lefties, Inditex's family fashion chain, has undoubtedly been among the top retail news stories of the last few days of August. The chain began its entry into this new market at the end of July. It aims to expand to three operational stores by the end of this year.

Un momento del summit di Mosca Credits: Brics+ Fashion summit media centre Fashion education is becoming increasingly diverse, with programmes spanning design, merchandising, styling, communication and other specialist areas across universities, art schools, technical colleges and community colleges. Fashionista’s 2026 Fashion Education Guide highlights the breadth of options now available to prospective students, reflecting an industry in which traditional fashion design is increasingly […]

Willy Chavarria’s “Vatísimo” collection for Zara, 2026 Credits: Zara. Inditex's French subsidiary generated a turnover of 1.91 billion euros for the financial year ending late January 2026 (+0.9 percent). This is a seemingly modest increase. However, it contrasts sharply with the overall decline in the French apparel sector.

Alberta Ferretti autumn/winter 26 Credits: Launchmetrics/spotlight Italian fashion group Aeffe, owner of Moschino and Alberta Ferretti, ended July with net debt of 112.61 million euros, barely moved from 112.37 million euros a month earlier, as it works to negotiate its way out of a financial crisis. Of that total, 96.37 million euros is short-term borrowing against 29.06 million euros of medium- to long-term debt and 12.82 million euros of cash, meaning more than three quarters of what the […]

Woolrich's Arctic parka Credits: Woolrich Woolrich is closing its Bologna office in Northern Italy, resulting in 78 redundancies. According to the local newspaper 'Il Resto del Carlino', the final day of operations for the historic company's Bologna headquarters was yesterday August 31. The company was acquired last December by the Turin-based group BasicNet, which has decided to relocate the brand's activities to the Piedmontese capital.

Illustrative image of the iconic hood ornament on a Rolls-Royce car. Credits: Photo by Jainath Ponnala on Unsplash. A project named "Prada Strada", a collaboration between Prada and Belgian designer Jonathan Riss, has ended in a legal dispute. The project was intended to customise a fleet of Rolls-Royce cars for a global event tour. The project, however, failed to launch and Riss has now brought Prada and three of its top executives into a contractual dispute worth over five million dollars.

Left: Charlotte Fournet, Pomellato. Right: Krizia Cucurachi, DoDo Credits: Pierre Debusschere and Agostino Osio Kering has not waited long to put a face to its new jewellery organisation.

Tommy Hilfiger with NFL star Travis Kelce Credits: Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Hilfiger has unveiled its Fall 2026 campaign, setting the narrative inside New York City’s historic Plaza Hotel with NFL star Travis Kelce taking on the role of guest in residence. The multi-industry visual campaign focuses on spontaneous city encounters, bringing together a high-profile ensemble cast that includes global ambassador JISOO, supermodel Gigi Hadid, tennis pro Frances Tiafoe, DJ Peggy Gou, and NBA legend […]

A dog posing for the Anthropologie x Barbour collaboration campaign. Credits: Anthropologie New York is getting its own fashion week for dogs. Barkhouse, the design‑led dog daycare that opened in Chelsea in 2025, is staging Dog Fashion Week from September 8 to 12, culminating in a ticketed runway show called the Dogwalk Fashion Show, presented by Fetch Pet Insurance and Maev. According to the company, the concept is simple: treat dogs like the style‑conscious clients they are. Over four […]

Sabina Belli, Kering Italia Credits: Giovanni Mocchetti From September 15, 2026, Sabina Belli will assume the role of president of Kering Italy, while also continuing to lead the Kering Accademia per le Eccellenze. After more than ten years leading Pomellato, this appointment moves an executive with deep roots in the jewellery sector to the core of the group's industrial and institutional ecosystem. This is a political and strategic move as Kering seeks to secure its manufacturing base and […]

Montjuïc, Barcelona, the “Shein District”. Credits: Fira Barcelona. The traditional gong of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange sounded this Tuesday morning for a company that would have undoubtedly preferred a different tune.

Paris Hilton for Karl Lagerfeld. Credits: Matt Easton Following the success of the Maison's fall/winter 2025 and spring/summer 2026 campaigns, Karl Lagerfeld is delighted to announce the extension of its relationship with global entrepreneur, media personality and cultural icon Paris Hilton, continuing a partnership that has resonated with audiences around the world. As the face of the Maison through fall/winter 2026 and spring/summer 2027, Hilton returns for the next chapter of Karl […]

Credits: Al Yamamah University and Institut Français de la Mode (IFM) Saudi Arabia is continuing to build the educational infrastructure around its expanding fashion sector, with initiatives increasingly linking academic training, professional development and industry experience. Recent programmes from the Saudi Fashion Commission have included executive education developed with international institutions. In December 2025, the Commission announced an Executive Master’s in Strategic […]

Boss store Credits: Hugo Boss. UK retail group Frasers Group has moved closer to taking majority control of Hugo Boss after its voluntary public takeover offer boosted its direct shareholding in the German tailoring label to 47.89 percent.

Package from the retailer Shein Credits: FREDERIC PETRY / HANS LUCAS / HANS LUCAS VIA AFP Chinese-founded e-commerce retailer Shein made its share trading debut in Hong Kong on Tuesday, capping a years-long effort to tap capital markets following failed attempts to list in New York and London. Share prices tumbled about 10 percent in early Hong Kong trading before paring losses to trade down 4 percent by lunchtime, last trading at 46.62 Hong Kong dollars (5.95 dollars). The initial public […]

George store Credits: Asda newsroom UK supermarket operator Asda has released its second quarter financial results, detailing a period impacted by soft consumer confidence alongside early signs of operational stabilization. Within the group's broader retail portfolio, non-grocery divisions including faced persistent headwinds.

In Pictures SS27/FW27 Camouflage trend main image Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Originally designed to help troops disappear into their surroundings, camouflage has become one of fashion’s most recognizable — and conspicuous — patterns. Its enduring appeal lies partly in that contradiction: camo suggests utility, toughness and the outdoors, yet removed from its military context, it becomes an instantly recognizable fashion statement in its own right. Its versatility is […]

3 euro T-shirt Credits: AI Image by FashionUnited France will from Tuesday impose a fee on ultra-fast fashion items that will eventually reach almost 20 euros per garment, as the government targets major Asian e-commerce platforms including Shein.

Pacsun's CEO Brieane Olson Credits: Pacsun CEO Interview Pacsun is riding the wave of its own reinvention. What started in 1980 as a small surf shop in Newport Beach, California, has grown into one of the main youth apparel retailers in the United States, with sales growing by about 10 percent in each of the past two years, reaching 970 million dollars in 2025, the company reported. Steering that momentum is CEO Brieane Olson.

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John Galliano. Credits: Por cortesía de Zara. The Metropolitan Museum of Art's upcoming exhibition on John Galliano has been cancelled, the designer announced on Monday. "After much reflection and discussion with all those involved, I have decided, with great sadness, that it is best for the exhibition not to take place at this time," he wrote on a statement shared on his Instagram page. Since it was announced in July, the retrospective has been criticized due to Galliano's extensive list of […]

Credits: C2 Fashion Studio In a world shaped by constant technological and environmental transformation, how can fashion, design, and materials intelligence keep people stay anchored to what feels human and real? This question sits at the centre of C2 Fashion Studio’s research for Autumn Winter 2028 2029. After years defined by overlapping geopolitical tensions, environmental pressure, rapid technological development and changing social structures, uncertainty is becoming embedded in […]

Decathlon Image: Decathlon. Paris - Decathlon wants to acquire 50 percent of Sport 2000 France, the two rival companies announced on Monday. This merger could shake up the sporting goods market, which was already disrupted by Intersport's acquisition of dozens of Go Sport stores in 2023.

Converse headquarters in London. Credits: Bild: Nike Inc. As Nike Inc. prepares to release its first quarter fiscal 2027 financial results, a new change on the company’s executive board has been announced. Kristin Bauer was appointed as chief operations officer at Converse.

Kris Van Assche menswear spring/summer 2015 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Kris Van Assche is relaunching his eponymous fashion brand with a new approach for both men and women, reports WWD. The Belgian designer is focusing the new edition of the label on a compact selection of garments, made from deadstock fabrics and sold directly to consumers. Van Assche closed his then ten-year-old label in 2015, when he was also creative director of Dior Homme. With the relaunch, the designer is […]

Puma headquarters. Credits: Puma Executive changes are underway at Puma. The German company will start September without senior vice president of sales Andrew Rudolph and vice president of global sports marketing and sports licensing Johan Adamsson. Both announced their departures from Puma within days from each other. Rudolph, who joined Puma in 2023 after spending years at Cole Haan and Adidas, shared his career update on LinkedIn. “After almost 3 years leading the US & Canada Sales […]

Ib Kamara at Off-White autumn/winter 2026, ready-to-wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Fashion label Off-White and its art director Ib Kamara have mutually agreed to end their collaboration. Appointed to the role in spring 2022, Ib Kamara was a long-time collaborator of the house and worked closely with its founder, the late Virgil Abloh. His departure was announced on the brand's Instagram account. This separation marks the end of a decisive chapter for Off-White, which is still […]

Pandora celebrates the launch of the new Zodiac-Talisman collection with an event in LA. Credits: BFA, Jojo Korsh Danish jewellery brand Pandora celebrated the launch of its new zodiac-inspired Talisman collection on August 27, 2026. The brand hosted an evening event with model Alex Consani at the Hollywood Roosevelt in Los Angeles, according to a press release. The evening, held under the Sturgeon Moon, brought the collection to life with tarot readings; a zodiac roulette; personalised daily […]

FW26. Credits: American Vintage French brand American Vintage presents its autumn/winter 2026 campaign as a portrait gallery. According to a press release, the campaign was shot in a studio in Paris. Photographer Rasmus Weng Karlsen and videographer Thomas Lachambre were responsible for the images. The collection revolves around oversized shirts, maxi trench coats, balloon trousers and blazers worn as a loose accessory. The workwear staples are given volume and a softer feel. Shirting defines […]