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Leicester, UK. Credits: Unsplash. The UK government has officially launched the Fair Work Agency (FWA), an organisation designed to protect workers’ rights and ensure accountability from businesses required to follow employment laws. Its formation addresses a system that has been historically fragmented, providing both workers and employers with a single entity to turn to regarding workplace rights. Context and backdrop The UK fashion supply chain is currently undergoing a profound […]

Pioneer Denim's Perfume of the Highlands collection, created in collaboration with Adriano Goldschmied Credits: Pioneer Denim Interview This interview was previously published in Italian on 26 March 2026. With the passing of Adriano Goldschmied earlier this week we decided to translate it. Denim's roots date back to the 1500s. Despite its age, this fabric is still very much in fashion and relevant. Many luxury brands have featured it in their latest collections, appealing to both new […]

Credits: University of Palermo University of Palermo has introduced a new industry-focused workshop as part of its Bachelor of Design programme, connecting students with professionals to develop solutions for real-world projects. The initiative is part of the “Real Works for Real Clients” programme and involves collaboration with Metrar and Solar Concept Gallery. Third-year students were tasked with creating proposals for the gallery, combining creativity with production feasibility and […]

Credits: Montclair State University Montclair State University students are set to present their annual fashion show, offering a platform for emerging designers to showcase original work across a wide range of styles and silhouettes. According to coverage from Montclair Local, the student-produced event highlights creative experimentation, with collections exploring diverse aesthetics and concepts through design and styling. The runway serves as a space for students to translate coursework […]

Pronovias store at 70-71 New Bond Street, London (UK). Credits: Pronovias. Madrid – This marks the latest chapter in the turbulent decline of the Spanish bridal fashion group Pronovias, a journey that began with its sale by Alberto Palatchi in 2017 to the British private equity fund BC Partners. This transaction is seen as the root of the financial difficulties the company has since faced. Pronovias is now on the brink of filing for insolvency and is embroiled in a bidding war, with notable […]

Credits: Zimmermann Following Brussels, Australian brand Zimmermann has announced the opening of a new boutique in Knokke, on the Kustlaan coastal boulevard. This opening is part of Zimmermann's European rollout, which relies on a hybrid model of its own stores* and wholesale distribution. Founded in 1991, the brand is positioned in the contemporary luxury segment. Majority-owned by investment fund Advent International since 2023, Roberto Eggs (formerly of Moncler) will become the new chief […]

Credits: XPOOOS While a coordinated outfit or a pair of sneakers might start a conversation, it is often the hidden space between the shoe and the cuff that truly tells your story. In an era where personal branding is everything, socks have undergone a "2025 glow-up," evolving from a functional underdog into a powerful stylistic signature. According to The Guardian, socks have become fashion’s "hottest topic of the decade," shifting to center-stage as a tool for "minor rebellion" and […]

In Pictures Amanda Wakeley Credits: Amanda Wakeley British designer Amanda Wakeley, known for her ‘clean glam’ eveningwear, is making a foray into the premium contemporary category with an exclusive collaboration with John Lewis Partnership, launching on April 21. The Amanda Wakeley line at John Lewis has been developed in collaboration with the designer and the brand development and licensing platform Radius Brands, which was brought on to expand her brand through strategic retail […]

In Pictures ViX Paula Hermanny x Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Credits: ViX Paula Hermanny Luxury Brazilian swimwear and resort wear brand ViX Paula Hermanny has announced British model and entrepreneur Rosie Huntington-Whiteley as its new designer and global ambassador. Described by Huntington-Whiteley as an “incredibly personal” collaboration, the model has co-designed three collections with Paula Hermanny featuring swim and ready-to-wear pieces, centred around the duo's shared vision […]

Beijing Image: Zhang Kaiyv / Pexels Just days after a historic visit from a delegation of nine MEPs, Beijing published new national strategic guidelines on Monday, April 6, 2026. Amidst reinforced customs duties and a push for “harmonisation with international rules”, China is reforming its ultra-fast fashion model, which has become a major issue in economic diplomacy. Trigger: explosion of small parcels and safety scandal The conflict reached a climax in March 2026 following the […]

Steve Lamar, president and CEO of the AAFA. Credits: American Image Awards, 2020. The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has filed a legal complaint challenging the implementation of California’s Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024, marking a significant development in the rollout of the US’s first extended producer responsibility (EPR) scheme for textiles. The complaint targets regulator CalRecycle, arguing that its initial designation of a Producer Responsibility […]

Sean Wotherspoon, chief community curator at Klekt Credits: Klekt Klekt, Europe’s sneaker and street culture marketplace, has announced that American sneaker designer, collector, and entrepreneur Sean Wotherspoon has invested in the platform, which was acquired by Belfast-based fashion technology firm Responsible in November 2025. In a statement, Klekt said that Wotherspoon would be investing an undisclosed sum in the platform and joining as its new chief community curator to help guide […]

As Colour's first European store. Credits: As Colour New Zealand-based apparel brand As Colour has opened in the Netherlands. It is the brand's first European store. For its first location, it has chosen the Negen Straatjes shopping district. Internationally, the brand has 27 stores and six distribution centres across Europe, the United States, the UK, Australia and New Zealand. The Amsterdam store opening marks its 28th store worldwide. As Colour was founded in Auckland in 2005. The brand […]

Topman design competition with ST.ART Gallery Credits: Topman Menswear brand Topman has launched a design competition to spotlight emerging artists from photography, painting, illustration, and printmaking. The open call competition is being launched in collaboration with contemporary London-based space, the ST.ART Gallery, and is looking to discover three winners. The competition is calling on artists to submit their interpretations of Topman’s latest collection, ‘Gentle Transition,’ […]

Leicester, UK. Credits: Pexels. Labour Behind the Label has warned that widespread labour exploitation persists across the UK’s fashion supply chains, despite planned reforms aimed at improving worker protections. In a new briefing, the organisation outlines the scale of non-compliance in the UK labour market, particularly in fast fashion production. Citing research from Resolution Foundation, the report highlights that 32 percent of low-paid workers are underpaid, while 900,000 workers […]

Credits: CO2. Image: Unsplash In 2017, the Kering group announced its intention to reduce its emissions by 50 percent by 2025 through optimisation and offsetting. Nine years later, in 2026, the industry no longer aims to reduce its footprint; it is transforming carbon into a resource. This marks a paradigm shift, with fashion moving from the realm of textiles to that of Climate-Tech. Historically, fashion has always been an extractive industry. Fibre is created by cultivating crops, felling […]

Norwich, UK. Shopping Street. Credits: Unsplash. Marks & Spencer has called for urgent government action to tackle rising retail crime, warning that increasing violence and theft are eroding confidence in UK high streets. In a statement, the department store’s retail director Thinus Keeve said crime in stores is becoming “more brazen, more organised and more aggressive”, with frontline retail workers facing daily abuse and violence. The comments come amid growing concern across the […]

Unspun's 3D weaving facility in California. Credits: Unspun. A number of US retailers, including Walmart and REI, have signed letters of support for Unspun’s plan to build automated apparel manufacturing hubs in the US using AI-enabled 3D weaving technology. The initiative aims to bring production closer to consumers at a commercial scale, supported by supply chain partners such as Bethel Industries, Peckham and PDS Ltd / GSC Link. Unspun is currently evaluating sites across multiple US […]

Credits: Abercrombie & Fitch Co.; Hollister A US district court has denied attempts by Abercrombie & Fitch, operating as Hollister, to compel arbitration in a consumer lawsuit alleging deceptive pricing practices, allowing the case to move forward as a potential class action. The lawsuit, filed with the US District Court of the Southern District of California, centres on claims that Hollister misled consumers through “strike-through” pricing on its website, displaying higher […]

Credits: Minelli Facebook Shoe brand Minelli has once again been placed into administration, two and a half years after a similar procedure led to the brand's acquisition, according to a court document seen by AFP, confirming a report by L'Informé. Minelli had been in a safeguarding procedure since September, which was converted into administration in March by a ruling from the Paris commercial court. This decision means the company is now officially insolvent. A fragile rescue in 2024 […]

Matt Madrigal joins Tapestry board Credits: Business Wire American luxury group Tapestry, the parent company of Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman, has announced the appointment of Matt Madrigal to its board of directors. Madrigal, who currently serves as the chief technology officer of US visual discovery platform Pinterest, joins the board effective immediately. The addition of Madrigal increases the board membership to 11, of which ten are independent directors. The move aligns with the […]

Feng Cheng Wang's show during Shanghai Fashion Week is accompanied by a performance. Credits: via the label More than almost any other fashion week, Shanghai demonstrates how the trends of tomorrow become relevant through a country's cultural heritage. The autumn/winter 2026 collections of many emerging labels were particularly compelling because they were as rooted in the zeitgeist as they were in history. The city, too, continues to serve as a testing ground for global corporations, from […]

FW26 season trends; (from left to right): Erdem, Alaia, Dior Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The autumn/winter 2026 season has concluded, leaving an unexpectedly quiet echo. After several cycles marked by sensational debuts from new creative directors and a near-constant rotation at the helm of luxury fashion houses, a calmer phase is now emerging. Many designers seem to have settled into their roles. This is reflected in collections that feel considered, are precisely executed and place a […]

Zara Man store in the Mall Of Berlin shopping centre in Berlin, Germany. Credits: Zara. Madrid – Inditex continues to advance its careful segmentation strategy for Zara with the opening of a new store in Berlin. The store is exclusively dedicated to showcasing and selling its menswear collection. This type of store was renewed and relaunched by the flagship fashion brand of the group, chaired by Marta Ortega, in November 2024. This followed the closure of all stores that had previously been […]

View of the city of Barcelona, Spain. Credits: Unsplash. Madrid – Kick-starting the celebrations for the 37th edition of the 080 Barcelona Fashion catwalk, Barcelona is preparing to host the International Days of European Designer Fashion from Monday, April 13, to Tuesday, April 14. European Designer Fashion Summit in Barcelona Officially titled the "European Designer Fashion Summit," the event will take place at the Tinglados event space in the Port of Barcelona. Organized by the Fundación […]

Interview Buenos Aires - For Peruvian designer Annaiss Yucra, opening her first physical store recent was not an impulsive decision, but the result of a process built over time—shaped by textile heritage, experimentation and commercial validation. In today’s digital era, where many brands are born and grow through social media, physical retail continues to play a strategic role in the fashion business. However, far from being an immediate step, opening a store usually responds to a […]

A portrait of Adriano Goldschmied Credits: Adriano Goldschmied Adriano Goldschmied, known as the godfather of denim, has passed away today in Castelfranco Veneto at the age of 82. He was known everywhere for the brands he created and for his commitment to sustainability in the denim industry. A true gentleman with a kind manner, Goldschmied was always willing to share his vast knowledge in the field of denim and innovation. He died at dawn in the Castelfranco hospital after a long illness. […]

Credits: 80's Statement Dressing ©Launchmetrics/spotlight On the FW 26 runways, designers showed a renewed interest in the bold silhouettes of the 1980s, reflecting a broader shift toward statement dressing. The decade’s defining styles, jewel-toned colors, strong shoulders on blazers and blouses, and the little black dress for evening, conveying female confidence and authority. Embellishments, like bows, were similarly oversized. These looks tap into a type of power dressing originally […]

Toni Sailer Sports autumn/winter 2025/26 collection Credits: Toni Sailer Sports As tulips begin to bloom in the valleys and trees start to bud, the winter high season returns to the mountains. At Easter, snow enthusiasts travel to the mountains one last time to enjoy the final runs of the season. What is the current state of the ski and snowboard market? For decades, the health of the industry could be reliably gauged at the Ispo sports trade fair in Munich, which was long dominated by winter […]

Fashion for Good Mobilises Industry To Adopt Mass Balance Attribution And Accelerate Decarbonisation Credits: Fashion for Good Fashion for Good has launched the Mass Balance Demonstrator, a new collaborative industry initiative to implement and scale a chain-of-custody system that traces biomass-based PET through textile supply chains.  The project is part of the global innovation platform's broader goal of accelerating decarbonisation across the apparel sector. Today, biosynthetic materials […]

CAFT anti-fur protest outside of Etsy HQ in Dumbo, Brooklyn, NY Credits: CAFT Etsy is set to ban the sale of all animal fur from August 2026, following a 50-plus-day protest campaign by the Coalition to Abolish the Fur Trade (CAFT). The global online marketplace for handmade and vintage goods has updated its Animal Products Policy as part of its broader shift in its sustainability pillars and confirmed the changes in a separate email to CAFT.  In addition to prohibiting the sale of products […]

Artificial intelligence. Credits: Unsplash. Artificial intelligence (AI) is regarded as a key future technology in European retail. However, a recent study by London-based market research firm Retail Economics and Swedish technology provider Voyado reveals a significant gap between strategic ambition and practical implementation within the sector. The report, “The State of AI in European Retail Marketing & E-Commerce”, highlights that the industry is in a transitional phase. While […]

Green cap designed by Ecoalf with the slogan “Make Planet Earth Great Again”. Credits: Ecoalf. Madrid – To mark the Earth Month celebrations that begin every April, Spanish brand Ecoalf, a pioneer in merging sustainability and fashion design, has launched a controversial and striking campaign. The campaign reinvents the “Make America Great Again” slogan, which is associated with the presidential terms of US President Donald J. Trump. This initiative will be followed by the launch of […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai The UK retail sector faced a harsh reality check this week as total like-for-like (LFL) sales plunged by -7.74%. This represents the sharpest decline since the beginning of 2025 and stands in stark contrast to the robust +10.74% growth recorded during the same period last year. A sudden and dramatic shift in weather—from mild, settled spring conditions to a cold and unsettled spell—was the primary catalyst for a week that saw sales sink across all categories and […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai The global fashion industry entered March 2026 under mounting pressure from the Middle East conflict, yet delivered resilient earnings, strategic repositioning and landmark corporate transactions. Sentiment remained cautiously optimistic, with profitability gains offsetting topline softness while geopolitical disruption injected fresh uncertainty into supply chains. Profitability over volume The clearest trend was the pivot from revenue growth to margin expansion. […]

Credits: Van de Velde The daisy bra turns 30, and Marie Jo is celebrating in style. To mark the occasion, the brand teamed up with Belgian fashion designer Jordy Arthur for an exclusive couture collaboration: a one-of-a-kind reinterpretation of the archival daisy corset. The result is both a love letter to three decades of iconic design, and a showcase of what fashion can do. A match made in fashion heaven Jordy Arthur is a Hasselt-born fashion designer. Known for his joyful approach to […]

EssilorLuxottica has acquired a “significant” stake in Top Charoen Credits: EssilorLuxottica Eyewear giant EssilorLuxottica has made an overseas acquisition. The company has acquired a “significant” stake in Top Charoen, making it a partner. The transaction, for which financial details were not disclosed, consolidates the long-standing collaboration between the two companies. “The partnership with Top Charoen strengthens our presence in one of the most significant Asian countries. […]

Textile Exchange. Image for illustration. Credits: Luisa Bravo / Textile Exchange. Interview As the gap between sustainability goals and industry reality grows, Textile Exchange is shifting from a focus on guidance to one of shared accountability. In an interview with FashionUnited, Sarah Needham, chief engagement and partnerships officer, and Beth Jensen, chief impact officer, discuss the organisation's new action-oriented membership structure, designed to bridge the divide between ambition […]

Used clothing as a valuable resource. Credits: FashionUnited, image created with the help of artificial intelligence A recycling plant has been developed in China that uses artificial intelligence to quickly and automatically analyse textile waste according to its material composition. The “Fastsort-Textile” machine was developed by the Chinese company DataBeyond and named one of the best inventions of 2025 by The Times Magazine. The plant combines a conveyor belt system with an AI scanner […]

Credits: Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton presents the Speedy P9 in a series of still-life photographs and videos embodied by several Louis Vuitton Ambassadors and Friends of the House who open their Speedy P9 to reveal personal belongings that hint at their individual lifestyles. Credits: Louis Vuitton Epitomizing Louis Vuitton’s savoir-faire and travel legacy, the Speedy P9 boldly reimagines the iconic Speedy, first introduced in the 1930s. This medium-sized carryall has become […]

A bride-to-be stands in the "Free Fashion" pop-up store at Utrecht station, Netherlands, on April 2, 2026. Credits: Photo by STEPHANIE HAMEL / AFP Utrecht, Netherlands - "After about 30 minutes, I knew it was the one," confides Lara Peters, looking at her sleek, second-hand wedding dress. She had just said "I do" to her partner amidst the hustle and bustle of Utrecht station in the Netherlands. Two days earlier, the bride found her dress in a pop-up shop at the station. The shop is run by the […]

Burberry HQ at Horseferry House SW1 Credits: Derwent London UK commercial real estate owner Derwent London has exchanged contracts for the disposal of Horseferry House SW1 to an overseas investor. The 164,900 square foot building serves as the global headquarters for British fashion brand Burberry. The transaction is valued at 131.8 million pounds (174.5 million dollars) before rental top-ups. The sale price is reported to be marginally below the December 2025 book value. Completion of the […]

Sessùn store. Credits: Sessun Thirty years, 80 million euros in turnover and an unwavering global ambition. As it celebrates three decades of success, Sessùn is accelerating its international expansion. This provides an opportunity to review the retail strategy of a Marseille-based success story. Sessùn and its boutiques: a curatorial approach Sessùn currently generates 64 percent of its business through its own stores, with the online channel accounting for 19 percent and wholesale for […]

Lululemon store. Credits: Unsplash. US sportswear giant Nike has seen a jury verdict in its favour reversed by a federal judge in Manhattan, effectively nullifying a 355,450 dollars damages award against Canadian athleticwear company Lululemon USA Inc. (Lululemon). The decision, signed by district judge Arun Subramanian on March 24, 2025, follows a legal battle initiated in 2023. Nike had originally alleged that Lululemon infringed two patents regarding innovations in sneaker structures, […]

This image was generated using artificial intelligence (an AI tool) to illustrate this feature article. Microplastics are so small they are invisible to the naked eye. Credits: FashionUnited The way jeans are processed in the factory largely determines their environmental impact when washed by the consumer. New research, shared by The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) on LinkedIn, shows that combining mercerised yarn (treated cotton) with specific washes can reduce fibre shedding by 77 to 93 […]

Credit: Clear Fashion France's Clear Fashion app has reached a major operational milestone; more than 27,000 products can now be scanned in-store to instantly retrieve their official environmental impact score. The achievement comes five months after the country's government launched the French Environmental Cost scheme, a labeling initiative that entered its voluntary phase in October 2025. Through the scheme, every garment gets a numerical score based on environmental impact: the lower the […]

Image for visualisation Credits: Tom Fisk / Pexels During the crisis meeting on the largely blocked Strait of Hormuz, participating countries discussed possible further sanctions against Tehran. The British Foreign Office announced this following an online meeting convened by the UK with representatives from more than 40 countries. Foreign secretary Yvette Cooper spoke of a determination among many countries to open the strait, which is vital for global trade. No concrete steps have been taken […]

Alex S. Yu SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The autumn/winter 2026 edition of Vancouver Fashion Week (VFW) is almost here, and with it comes an internationally-fronted schedule bolstered by homegrown talent. Spanning April 8 to 12, VFW is bringing together more than 40 designers from over 10 countries to reflect its “multicultural approach” to fashion week. The decision to maintain a more global perspective is one that has been championed by organisers over the fashion week’s […]

Juan Carlos Mesa, fundador y director creativo de Maison Mesa, durante uno de los talleres formativos impulsados por el programa Moda Cálida en abril de 2024. Credits: Gran Canaria Moda Cálida. REPORT A growing skills gap in technical fashion education could slow the UK’s transition to a circular economy, according to a new industry report highlighted by Ecotextile News. The report, developed through the “Back to Baselines” project and funded by the Natural Environment Research […]

Credits: MARNI On the occasion of Design Week 2026, Marni x Cucchi opens in Milan as an experience celebrating quintessential Milanese social rituals — from the morning cappuccino to an espresso at the counter, through to the aperitivo. Lasting over three months, the project reimagines one of the city’s most iconic social places, blending the DNA and codes of Marni and Pasticceria Cucchi into a distinctive aesthetic envisioned by RedDuo Studio. Credits: MARNI Milanese cafés are […]

Sportsshoes.com app Credits: Sportsshoes.com UK running specialist Sportsshoes.com has transformed its digital strategy by integrating a native mobile application designed to foster customer loyalty and enhance commercial performance. The business, which was founded in 1982 and now reports a turnover exceeding 100 million pounds (133 million dollars), developed the platform as a key component of its transition toward a composable digital architecture. Working alongside UK software specialist […]

AI-generated image to illustrate traceability along the garment supply chain. Credits: FashionUnited Is the textile supply chain really as complex as commonly claimed? Does traceability thus remain merely a corporate buzzword rather than a reality of Tier 4 operations? What role does the informal sector play in the textile supply chain? And how can the physical-digital gap be bridged in rural farming? These and other pertinent questions prove that sustainability is no longer a moral luxury or […]

ThredUp's 2025 rebrand. Credits: ThredUp. Interview Resale is no longer a niche or sustainability-led initiative. It is taking measurable market share from traditional retail, with the global market projected to reach 393 billion dollars by 2030. ThredUp remains one of the sector’s leading players in the US. Here, resale grew at nearly four times a faster rate than the overall apparel market, even outpacing its global trajectory, according to ThredUp’s latest Resale Report. Now in its […]

Decathlon City Montparnasse, rue de Rennes, in Paris. Credits: Decathlon The Decathlon group published its annual results this Thursday, announcing a 4.0 percent increase in turnover compared to the 2024 financial year. It also reported a 7.1 percent growth in gross merchandise volume (GMV) at constant exchange rates. These improving figures are accompanied by strong operational profitability, with an EBITDA of 1.8 billion euros. As the sports retailer celebrates its 50th anniversary this […]

Credits: Saks Fifth Avenue US luxury retailer Saks Global has entered into a Restructuring Support Agreement with an ad hoc group of senior secured bondholders, securing a commitment for 500 million dollars in exit financing as it prepares to emerge from Chapter 11. The agreement is a key step in the company’s broader restructuring process, with Saks continuing discussions with stakeholders on a Plan of Reorganisation, which is expected to be filed in the coming weeks. Saks Global aims to […]

SS26. Credits: GANT Set in a sun-drenched garden, the campaign captures an intimate outdoor lunch among family and friends: a gathering where style feels natural, personal, and lived-in. The collection features light linen tailoring, soft colors, and fluid dresses designed to move seamlessly from casual daytime invitations to elevated evening occasions. At the heart of the campaign is chef Erika Blu of Atelier Renata, joined by her mother as they prepare a seasonal meal. Their presence grounds […]

Credits: The Lycra Company The Lycra Company, a global leader in innovative and sustainable fiber solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, today announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Texhong International Group Limited (“Texhong”), one of the world’s largest suppliers of core-spun cotton textiles. Under the agreement, Texhong will exclusively partner with The Lycra Company to bring Renewable Lycra® fiber made with 30 percent plant-based content* […]

From left to right, Óscar García Maceiras, Mara Ortega Pérez and Javier Monteoliva Díaz during the 2025 Inditex Annual General Meeting, held on July 15, 2025 in Arteixo, La Coruña (Spain). Credits: Inditex. Madrid – Following the guidelines set for the execution of its 2023 to 2027 Long-Term Incentive Plan, the Spanish fashion multinational Inditex group has distributed 14.8 million euros (17.06 million dollars) in shares among its top executives. The company has included Carlos […]

Kent&Curwen, autumn/winter 2026 collection ‘Whipplesnaith' Credits: Kent&Curwen Interview British heritage brand Kent&Curwen, established in 1926, has come a long way from creating ties for Oxford and Cambridge universities and inventing the first cricket jumper, to become synonymous with collegiate and sporting styles, blending British tradition with a "rebellious spirit” under the creative leadership of Daniel Kearns. 2026 marks the British brand’s centenary year, and chief […]

Fabletics is coming to KaDeWe with a shop-in-shop Image: Fabletics US activewear brand Fabletics is further expanding its presence in Germany. On Thursday, the company announced a “groundbreaking partnership” with the Berlin luxury department store KaDeWe. The brand will now open its own shop-in-shop space on the fourth floor. The opening, planned for the spring, holds special significance for the sportswear provider. “With more than 160 square metres, the new space will be Fabletics' […]

Credits: Dior At the heart of the Dior Fall 2026 collection, Jonathan Anderson continues his reinterpretation of the Medallion embellished with a delicate bow, the House’s emblematic seal since 1947 Conceived as an everyday essential, the Médaillon Flap bag features a clasp decorated with this signature motif. In small or medium versions, it is offered in several colours or in Dior Oblique jacquard, while its adjustable shoulder strap or sliding chain allow for different carrying options. […]

Credits: FIRE 3D fashion has moved beyond experimentation. Digital product creation is now embedded in collection development across the industry. Virtual prototyping. Reduced physical sampling. Faster development cycles. Photorealistic garments. The creative transformation is well underway. But wholesale monetisation is the real test. As brands scale digital product creation, a more strategic question is emerging: What actually defines the best 3D fashion B2B platform for wholesale? Because […]

Credits: BARTS For the Spring Summer 2026 season, Barts Amsterdam is strategically positioning its Slow Sunday Beach Club collection to meet the growing market demand for a blend of functional comfort and sporty elegance. This collection marks a deliberate shift toward a more refined beach aesthetic, aiming to capture the mid-to-premium segment through a balanced mix of timeless silhouettes and contemporary design elements. Credits: BARTS Strategic Market Positioning and Materiality The […]

In Pictures Primark’s adaptive swimwear for SS26 Credits: Primark High street fashion and lifestyle retailer Primark has expanded its adaptive clothing collection to include swimwear for the first time for spring/summer 2026, developed in partnership with adaptive fashion designer, disability campaigner and founder of Unhidden, Victoria Jenkins. Primark’s adaptive clothing collection, designed to make dressing easier and more comfortable for disabled people or those experiencing […]

Left: The Adidas Originals flagship store in London | Right: The Puma headquarters Images: Adidas, Puma On Wednesday, shares in Adidas and Puma defied the disappointing outlook from US competitor Nike. While Nike's stock slumped by 10.5 percent to 47.25 dollars in pre-market US trading, the shares of the two German sportswear manufacturers recovered in a very strong overall market. In the Dax, however, Adidas shares rose by a below-average 0.6 percent to 137.45 euros after two days of gains, […]

AllSaints Cribbs Causeway store Credits: AllSaints British fashion retailer AllSaints has partnered with Impact Analytics, an AI-native solution for retail decision-making, pricing, merchandising, and inventory optimisation, to modernise and scale its buying and merchandising operations to streamline its business processes. In a statement, AllSaints said it has selected Impact Analytics to adopt AI-native planning tools to support its growth, improve forecast accuracy, and empower its teams to […]

Materials Matter Standard. Credits: Textile Exchange. Textile Exchange has released a comprehensive set of policies providing guidance for certification holders defining the steps required as they move from the organisation's existing standards to its it new Materials Matter Standard. The Transition Policy outlines the actions organisations must take to align with the new standard. The Scope and Eligibility Policy, meanwhile, clarifies material eligibility, certification scope, minimum […]

Superdry&Co’s chief executive officer, Julian Dunkerton. Credits: Superdry Interview British lifestyle brand Bench, which has deep roots in Manchester's music, skateboarding and BMX subcultures, is being revived for a new generation by Superdry&Co’s chief executive officer, Julian Dunkerton, with a little help from his daughter Kitty, who acted as a “sense check” for the new collection. “In the 90s, I was the largest retailer for Bench, and I couldn’t be happier about the […]

Sulzer x Spinnova. Credits: Spinnova. Sulzer, a Swiss industrial engineering and manufacturing company, has officially joined Spinnova’s ecosystem to support the availability of the firm's fibre in the textile market. The collaboration expands on Sulzer’s role in Spinnova’s technology development and strengthens the consortium with advanced engineering expertise. Suzler is a major player in applications for industrial infrastructure, striving to help customers improve energy […]

South Korean pop star Jung Kook in a recent Calvin Klein campaign Image: Calvin Klein At US fashion group PVH Corporation (PVH), the strategic priorities are clear. The company is focusing entirely on strengthening its two heritage brands, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein. Collaborations with prominent figures from the music and cultural sectors play a key role in this strategy. Recently, prestigious partnerships in professional sports have also been added, which is now itself part of the […]

Paul Smith Loves Barbour collaboration campaign Credits: Paul Smith / Barbour The British Fashion Council (BFC), which recently placed educational initiatives at the heart of its four-year strategic roadmap, has announced a new partnership with British heritage brand Barbour to launch an annual fashion design scholarship. Launching under the BFC Foundation, the BFC x Barbour scholarship will provide funding and mentoring to a BA or MA fashion student studying at a BFC Colleges Council […]

Donald Trump announced new tariffs a year ago Image: Andrew Leyden / NurPhoto / NurPhoto via AFP When Donald Trump issued an invitation to the White House Rose Garden exactly one year ago, it was already clear to many that something significant was coming. The topic was to be tariffs, “unfair trade” and the American economy. The US president celebrated it as “Liberation Day”. In Germany, the EU and other parts of the world, however, his tariff announcements caused dismay. Many saw the […]

Empty Esprit showroom in the CIFF Village Image: Ole Spötter for FashionUnited Apparel provider Esprit presented its financial results for the first fiscal year following its major restructuring on Monday. After divesting the majority of its operational business, the parent company, Esprit Holdings Ltd., is now focusing entirely on a licensing model for the once-popular brand. Consequently, losses were significantly lower than in the previous year. However, revenues also saw a considerable […]

Credits: HOKA Hoka®, a division of Deckers Brands, introduces the Mach Remastered: a versatile reinterpretation of the beloved running shoe, designed for both performance and daily wear. With the Mach Remastered, Hoka brings the best of both worlds together. The shoe retains its signature ultra-light feel and responsive foam while receiving a stylish, contemporary upgrade. Details such as a transparent ripstop underlay, metal eyelets and a microfibre tongue with a subtle, unfinished edge give […]

Credits: EssilorLuxottica EssilorLuxottica and Meta announce the expansion of their AI glasses portfolio with the introduction of Ray-Ban Meta’s new line of optical-first styles designed for prescription wearers. Through their multiyear partnership, the two companies have brought an entire AI glasses category to life with Ray-Ban Meta; the performance AI glasses Oakley Meta HSTN and Oakley Vanguard, designed for athletes and sports; as well as Meta Ray-Ban Display the first pair of glasses […]

Mark Thomas Credits: Carven Carven, owned by Icicle Carven China France (ICCF), a subsidiary of the premium Chinese brand Icicle, has announced the departure of Mark Thomas. He became artistic director following the departure of Louise Trotter and will leave the house at the end of April 2026. Mark Thomas joined Carven in 2023 as senior designer and Louise Trotter's right-hand. He actively contributed to the house's new stylistic language, which featured a clean silhouette, wearable […]

Review Maison Margiela exhibition on Yan Dang road, Shanghai Credits: F. Julienne Maison Margiela has inaugurated its first show outside of Paris in Shanghai. The brand is also launching a road trip across China, combining collections, exhibitions and activations. “This is the first time we have held a show outside of Paris,” Glenn Martens, artistic director of Maison Margiela, told FashionUnited in Shanghai. “The brand entered China in 2019, so it was really important for us to do […]

Credits: Beeld: Cleo Goossens via Dutch Design Week The call for entries for Dutch Design Week 2026 is now open, inviting designers, cultural institutions, brands and entrepreneurs to submit projects for the upcoming edition, which takes place from 17 to 25 October in Eindhoven. Applications are open until 16 June, with organisers encouraging submissions that reflect the full spectrum of the design field, from speculative and research-driven work to industrial and hands-on projects. Organised […]

Luca De Meo at the Kering headquarters in Paris (September 2025). Credits: Photo by THOMAS SAMSON / AFP French luxury group Kering announced on Wednesday it has sold a majority stake in a building in Milan to the Qatari Al Mirqab Group for over 1 billion euros (1.15 billion dollars). Kering announced the acquisition of the building for approximately 1.3 billion euros in April 2024. In a press release on Wednesday, the group stated it is “contributing this asset to a newly formed joint stock […]

Credits: © Sensitive® Fabrics by Eurojersey powered by LYCRA® fibre As sportswear continues to move beyond performance and into everyday life, Eurojersey and The Lycra Company come together under Empowered Play to showcase a new vision of utilitydriven apparel—where technical performance, comfort and refined aesthetics converge. Driven by the rise of social sports such as golf and tennis and by increasingly fluid lifestyles, today’s sportswear is no longer confined to the field. It is […]

Credits: Chainbalance In today’s fashion industry, keeping shelves filled without overstocking has become a high-stakes balancing act. Shorter collection cycles, different store formats, volatile demand, promotions, weather swings all of it hits your inventory at once. Static rules and gut feeling simply can’t keep up. This is exactly where Chainbalance AI steps in: an AI model built to power Smart Replenishment with precision, transparency and continuous learning. From static rules to […]

Club L London's rental collection at Hurr's Selfridges space. Credits: Hurr. In a strategic shift for the UK-based peer-to-peer wardrobe rental platform Hurr, founder Victoria Prew has announced the appointment of Lauren Roberts as chief executive officer. Prew, who established the business at the age of 25, will transition away from the day-to-day leadership of the company to focus on a new venture. The leadership transition follows a period of significant scaling for the platform. Roberts, […]

Pepe Jeans store Credits: Pepe Jeans UK-based denim retailer Pepe Jeans London has reported a return to profitability for the year ended March 31, 2025, despite a moderate contraction in its top-line revenue. The company, which specializes in the marketing, distribution, and retailing of jeans and related products, saw its turnover fall to 1.19 million pounds (1.58 million dollars) from 1.34 million pounds in the previous year. This represents a decrease of approximately 11.38 percent […]

Wacoal store Credits: Wacoal via Facebook The US-based Wacoal International Corporation (WIC), which serves as the parent company of Wacoal America, Inc., has announced an agreement to acquire all issued and outstanding shares of Glamorise. Based in New York, Glamorise specializes in the design, development, and e-commerce-driven sales of women’s innerwear. The strategic move is intended to strengthen the business operations of the Japanese-founded Wacoal group within the US market. By […]

Interview Colourful Falke products. Image: Falke KGaA The hosiery and apparel supplier Falke KGaA, based in Schmallenberg in the Sauerland region of Germany, celebrated its 130th anniversary last year. The family business now employs the fifth generation and combines traditional craftsmanship values with continuous product development. The range includes sheer tights, trainer socks and functional textiles, as well as compression and shaping items. FashionUnited spoke with Franz-Peter […]

From sales advisor to ambassador: the new standard of excellence for fashion advisors in 2026. Credits: Unsplash. For a long time, the role of a fashion salesperson followed a strictly transactional logic: welcome, present, and close the sale. This function was clear and focused on immediate results, and it certainly proved its worth. Today, however, it no longer aligns with the reality of contemporary retail. In 2026, the point-of-sale is no longer merely a distribution channel. It has become […]

Credits: George Cleverley George Cleverley is Mayfair's only shoemaker to have been hand-lasting shoes since 1958, making it one of London's most storied names. The brand's signature chisel toe and razor-sharp silhouette have graced the feet of some of the world's most discerning men, from historical figures like Winston Churchill to today's collectors who appreciate the mastery in every detail. This film goes behind the scenes to meet the dedicated craftsmen—the last, the leather, and the […]

Luar, spring/summer 2026 collection presentation show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Madrid – The upcoming 37th edition of the 080 Barcelona Fashion runway, scheduled to take place from April 14 to 17, has seen its international presence diminished. This follows the withdrawal of US fashion brand Luar from the schedule. The event had been relying on the brand to help boost its profile as an international platform. The management of 080 Barcelona Fashion itself announced the news. This […]

Chanel boutique in Dubai. Credits: FashionUnited / Julia Garel Dubai – Louis Vuitton, Dior, Louboutin... In Dubai's Mall of the Emirates, one luxury boutique follows another. A month into the regional war, their teams of unoccupied salespeople watch for customers or scroll through their phones out of boredom. Having just left Chanel, a rare customer who wishes to remain anonymous is adamant that people “should not come” to Dubai right now. “It’s dangerous, there’s a war. It’s […]

Tommy Hilfiger with NFL star Travis Kelce Credits: Tommy Hilfiger American fashion and lifestyle brand Tommy Hilfiger, known for its preppy “American cool” aesthetic, is continuing to drive forward with its fashion-tainment strategy, combining sports, fashion and entertainment, by adding NFL star Travis Kelce to its roster as it looks to target the growing pre-game tunnel walk. Tommy Hilfiger has a 40-year legacy of partnering with athletes, teams, and events across motorsport, football […]

Reju finalises plans for recycling facility in Limburg. Credits: Reju French company Reju has been awarded a 135 million euro (156.6 million dollars) subsidy from the Dutch government to advance its plans for a recycling centre in Limburg. The company, which is owned by the French tech firm Technip Energies, announced the development in a press release. The funds originate from the National Investment Scheme for Climate Projects in Industry (NIKI). This programme is designed to scale up […]

Hudson opens first Converse Store in Algeria, through Premium Brands. Credits: Hudson. US brand management giant Authentic Brands Group has reportedly expressed interest in acquiring Converse should Nike decide to divest the footwear label, according to a Bloomberg report. The media outlet stated that while no formal talks were currently underway, the interest from Authentic, the parent company of brands like Reebok and Champion, comes as Converse continues to face a challenging fiscal […]

Adidas Originals and the Los Angeles based label, Sporty & Rich collaboration. Credits: Adidas. Farfetch has released its latest index, utilising internal sales data and global search volumes from 2025 to identify the products redefining luxury wardrobes in 2026. The findings highlight a significant market shift toward “wearable luxury”, a reference to items that balance cultural prestige and everyday utility. In footwear, the Adidas Samba emerged as the most in-demand item globally, […]

Melanie Smallwood, CTO, Morleys Credits: Morleys Morley Department Stores Limited (Morleys), the London-based independent department store chain, has appointed Melanie Smallwood to the newly created position of chief trading officer (CTO). Smallwood will join the group in April, reporting directly to the chief executive officer of Morleys, Ray Clacher. Smallwood brings more than 30 years of senior retail leadership experience to the role. Her career includes tenures at UK luxury retailers such […]

JiyongKim will be among the special guests at Pitti Uomo Credits: Pitti Immagine Following Simone Rocha, Dsm Kei Ninomiya and Danish brand Sunflower, there will be another special guest for Pitti Uomo, the trade fair scheduled in Florence from June 16 to 19. This is JiyongKim, the brand named after South Korean designer Jiyong Kim, who stood out among the top talents at the 2024 edition of the Lvmh Prize. During Pitti Uomo, JiyongKim will present its vision through a project-event conceived […]

The Met x Camilla collection Credits: Camilla In Pictures Luxury Australian fashion brand Camilla has unveiled a capsule collection in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, celebrating fashion as “wearable art”. The capsule collection, launching on April 7, features womenswear, menswear and accessories in six original prints, inspired by works of art in The Met and its interior, including cascading gowns, tailoring and separates, crafted from rich silk satin, silk […]

Royal Collection Trust x Fulton Umbrellas Birdcage Umbrella Credits: Royal Collection Trust British heritage brands worn by Queen Elizabeth II are collaborating with the Royal Collection Trust, a charity and department of the Royal Household, to launch new pieces to celebrate the centenary of her birth, all tied together through the ‘Old Stewart Tartan,’ inspired by the Scottish landscape. The centenary collection will see items from Burberry, Launer London, Kinloch Anderson, Corgi Socks, […]

Eray Karaduman, general manager at Calik Denim Credits: Calik Denim Denim manufacturer Calik Denim has appointed Eray Karaduman as general manager, as it looks to realise its long-term vision of expanding its global impact across key markets, including the US, Europe, and the Far East. Calik Denim, known for its innovation and sustainability, is looking to the future with a new sustainability framework, ‘Passion for Denim, Passion for Life,’ which positions responsible production not as an […]

Credits: Yours Clothing Yours Clothing is kicking off the season with their latest swimwear campaign, showcasing the latest swimwear options in an exclusive shoot featuring six fresh faces. The shoot brings the collection to life, including the season’s hottest trends, flattering fits, and quality fabrics designed to combine style, comfort, and confidence. Featuring in the latest campaign is Belindah (@belindahchaka), Aliss (@alissbonyt), Christina (@christina.lagios), Saam (@saamgetsheni), […]

Flabelus store at 54 South Molton Street, London (UK). Credits: Flabelus. Madrid – Spanish footwear and fashion brand Flabelus is setting its sights on the UK. It aims to unlock its full growth potential in the market with the help of logistics company Bleckmann. The brand has just appointed Bleckmann as its exclusive partner for all its logistics operations in the British market. With a presence in the UK through both physical and online channels, Flabelus stands out today as one of the […]