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Paul Costelloe LFW AW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/Spotlight London Fashion Week (LFW) AW26 came to a close on Monday evening with a clear sense of reinforcement. The February edition featured more than 90 designers and brands on the official British Fashion Council (BFC) schedule, including 41 runway shows and 20 presentations staged over five days. Taking place from February 19 to 23, LFW participation was up 11 percent year-on-year, prompting organisers to add an extra Thursday afternoon to […]

Emma Raducanu, global brand ambassador for Uniqlo Credits: Uniqlo Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo has ended weeks of speculation about who will dress British tennis star Emma Raducanu at her future tournaments by announcing the 2021 US Open winner as its latest global brand ambassador. In a statement, Uniqlo announced that Raducanu, Britain's top-ranked female tennis player, will represent the brand at all major tennis tournaments, starting with the Indian Wells Open in the US in March. […]

Erdem AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight London Fashion Week has officially wrapped up its autumn/winter 2026 edition, and the opinions of industry insiders are continuing to roll in. According to director of buying, fashion at Harrods, Simon Longland, for this season, London resisted “reduction to a single trend”. “The breadth and diversity of brands on show make it difficult—and arguably unnecessary—to define a uniform direction,” he said following the season’s wrap. […]

Credits: NSS Magazine A new Fashion Education Pact aimed at strengthening the connection between schools and the fashion industry was signed during the inauguration of MICAM and MIPEL at Fiera Milano. The memorandum of understanding was formalized between Italy’s Ministry of Education and Merit (MIM) and two Confindustria federations: Confindustria Moda, representing the textile and apparel sectors, and Confindustria Accessori Moda, representing the leather supply chain. The agreement seeks […]

Roots Credits: Roots via Facebook Canadian premium outdoor lifestyle brand Roots has named Rosie Pouzar as its chief commercial officer to accelerate its strategy to “unlock new areas of growth”. The appointment expands Pouzar’s responsibilities following her tenure as head of omnichannel growth. Meghan Roach, president and chief executive officer at Roots, said in a statement: “Rosie’s appointment is an important step in advancing our growth strategy. She is a highly respected […]

Phoebe English AW26 Credits: Phoebe English by Asia Werbel Interview British fashion designer Phoebe English, who has been at the forefront of sustainable fashion, returned to the London Fashion Week schedule with an exploration of the corsage, as well as the flowers with which she has a personal affinity. The intimate presentation, held in an art gallery space in Bethnal Green, took the audience through a calendar year of flowers, from snowdrops fluttering down the arms to 3D apple blossom, […]

Credits: Outlet Centres International We are pleased to share an important milestone: the building application for the phase II extension of Outlet Montabaur has officially been filed! Since the opening of phase III in Designer Outlets Wolfsburg in 2018, the phase II extension of Outlet Montabaur marks the first outlet centre extension in Germany in many years, underlining strong confidence in the market and the future of well-positioned physical retail. Credits: Outlet Centres […]

JD Sports, Vancouver flagship store. Credits: JD Sports. JD Group, the parent company of JD Sports, is taking a hands-on approach to rising youth unemployment by hosting a careers event for 10,000 young people in Manchester. Spanning two-days and located at the city’s Central Convention Complex, JD UP will spotlight 28 of the company’s departments, platforming thousands of career pathways, a press release said. The free-to-attend event follows on from previous editions held in Madrid and […]

Credits: COACH Bank & Vogue announces a new collaboration with Coach, bringing circular craftsmanship to the forefront with a limited-edition capsule crafted from post-consumer denim. Rooted in heritage and reimagined through a modern lens, the collection celebrates pieces that grow better with time – honouring both their past and the stories still to come. “This Coach collection is our love letter to denim and to American heritage pieces that only get better with time, made with […]

SS26. Credits: ARKET With its new Spring/Summer 2026 childrenswear collection, ARKET explores the freespirited and curious nature of childhood, shaped by play and time spent outdoors. Combining simple, everyday beauty with practical design, the assortment moves between soft technical garments and structured workwear-inspired pieces, to voluminous silhouettes and delicate details – allowing room for individuality and self-expression. Print stories draw on the natural world, featuring artistic […]

Ashley Stewart logo. Credits: Ashley Stewart. Plus-size fashion brand Ashley Stewart has secured a 15 million dollar revolving credit facility providing financing to support its liquidity position and ongoing growth efforts. It comes after the company’s attempt to secure Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection was dismissed, leading to a sale of its assets. The capital infusion was provided by Tiger Finance and comes on the back of Ashley Stewart’s acquisition by G Ashley Inc. through a UCC […]

Customers leave a Shein pop-up store in Dijon, June 26, 2025. Credits: ARNAUD FINISTRE / AFP Initially announced for late 2025, Shein stores are opening this Wednesday in four provincial BHV department stores. The rollout comes four months after the outcry caused by the brand's first permanent store opening at BHV Marais in Paris. These openings in French cities Limoges, Angers, Dijon, Grenoble and Reims stem from a partnership unveiled last October. The partnership is between BHV's operator, […]

Padma x Bare Necessities collection Credits: Bare Necessities US intimate apparel e-commerce platform Bare Necessities, a division of Israeli textile manufacturer Delta Galil Industries, has announced the appointment of Salima Popatia as president. The appointment is effective immediately. Popatia assumes the role to oversee day-to-day operations and commercial strategy. Her primary focus will involve intensifying the digital growth of the company. The executive brings more than 20 years of […]

lululemon Regent Street flagship store in London. Credits: lululemon lululemon announced the upcoming opening of the 100th lululemon store in its Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) market, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s international expansion journey. Across EMEA, lululemon stores are a blend of company- and franchise-operated locations, reflecting the brand’s agile and considered approach to growth. Through its franchise partnership agreement with Arion Retail Group, […]

Pandora in London Credits: Pandora Jewellery specialist Pandora has named David Boynton as its new managing director of Northern Europe. The appointment marks a return to an executive role for Boynton, who had previously served as chief executive officer of The Body Shop for over five years. Boynton has also been at the helm of Charles Tyrwhitt, cosmetics brand L’Occitane and Hong Kong-based AS Watson. Since June 2023, Boynton had been operating under his advisory business, Boynton Advisory […]

Credits: Omega When the last athlete crosses the finish line and the stadium slowly empties, the real assessment begins for OMEGA. As Official Timekeeper of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, the Swiss company looks back on two weeks in which every hundredth of a second could make all the difference—and in which technology and elite sport converged in their purest form. For the 32nd time since 1932, OMEGA took on the responsibility of meticulously managing the timekeeping. This year, […]

Dan Sablon Credits: Zadig&Voltaire French brand Zadig&Voltaire has appointed Dan Sablon as its new creative director. Sablon takes over the creative direction with immediate effect from brand founder and owner Thierry Gillier, Zadig&Voltaire announced on Tuesday. Gillier had held this role since the beginning of 2024. He succeeded Cecilia Bönström, who had been in the role since 2006. “The brand has always embodied a distinctive Parisian attitude – effortless, yet […]

Interview NZA sales director Wilberd van Doorn. Credits: NZA New Zealand Auckland Margins are under pressure and consumer behaviour is changing faster than ever. Brands are being forced to make more conscious, strategic and consistent choices. While many players in the fashion industry are searching for stability, NZA New Zealand Auckland has demonstrated remarkably stable growth for years in both retail and wholesale. One of the key figures behind this direction is sales director […]

Credits: Tommy Hilfiger The American Dreamer opens the doors to his sophisticated and carefree lifestyle, where confidence, optimism and charm set the rhythm of every moment. A cast led by Patrick Schwarzenegger and Abby Champion showcases the modern preppy wardrobe, joined by Tommy and Dee Hilfiger, Lionel Richie, Iman, MGK, Checo Pérez, Lucien Laviscount, Soo Joo Park, Luke Champion and Raphael Diogo. Tommy Hilfiger, part of PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH], announces its Spring 2026 campaign as an […]

Image for illustration. Credits: Pexels. For years, the narrative has been simple. Digital retail is growing, high streets are declining, and physical fashion shops are slowly becoming irrelevant. But that story is too neat, and it misses what is actually happening on the ground. The high street is not disappearing. It is being reshaped. People still want to shop - just on their terms. And mobile apps are quietly becoming one of the most important forces in that transformation. Written by […]

Credits: Eton New release defined by touch and feel. Wool Cashmere Dream is a four-piece capsule crafted from a luxurious Eton-exclusive fabric. Woven in Como, finished in Biella Italy, and built around sensation, this capsule is all about how a garment feels on your body. Credits: Eton Credits: Eton The capsule is available via the Eton website, in Eton stores, and through selected retailers. ABOUT THE BRAND Read more about Etonon their brandpage

Credits: NYFW FW26 Print Trends ©Launchmetrics/spotlight New York City has a new First Lady: Rama Duwaji. The 28-year-old Syrian-American artist is married to Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and since his inauguration in January 2026, she has quickly emerged as a widely cited fashion inspiration. Seated front row at Rachel Scott’s Dotima show with her stylist, Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, she wore a knee-length plaid trench, layered over a plain trench, worn as a dress. It was a subtle reminder to the […]

Customer in front of the Deichmann store on Limbecker Platz in Essen Image: Deichmann SE/Rüdiger Fessel Retail group Deichmann defied adverse market conditions in the past financial year. The footwear retailer announced on Monday that its turnover reached approximately 8.9 billion euros (10.48 billion dollars) in 2025, exceeding the previous year's level by more than 2 percent. According to the group, approximately 70 percent of its total turnover was generated abroad. In Germany, revenue […]

Credits: Rogelli It started with one passionate cyclist and grew into a well-known sports clothing brand: the story of Rogelli Sportswear is one of ambition, family and continuous development. Where the brand began in 1974 at the heart of the Dutch cycling world, it today reaches athletes in countless countries, partly thanks to its partnership with Monta and the strategic use of marketplaces such as Decathlon. A mission that spans generations The history of Rogelli begins with Rini Wagtmans, […]

Credits: Trimco Group As environmental legislation intensifies and public demand for sustainable practices grows, the fashion industry finds itself at the crossroads of innovation and responsibility. Finding the right balance between profitability and achieving sustainability goals, which in turn drive long-term value through resource efficiency and stronger brand loyalty, can be very challenging. Especially in the current retail environment. The answer lies in implementing practices that […]

EU flag Credits: Studio Idea via Pexels The European Parliament has formally suspended the implementation of the customs agreement between the US and the EU. The background to this is the new tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump, according to the chairman of the trade committee, Bernd Lange (SPD). “We want a clear assurance from the United States that they will adhere to the agreement, as this is the crucial element,” Lange said in the committee. The decision has no legal impact […]

Credits: Saks by Luis Guillén Saks Global has secured approval from a Texas bankruptcy court for a one billion dollar financing to support its reorganisation plan. The decision was determined by Judge Alfredo Perez during a hearing held in Houston. The news comes after Saks was able to resolve objections brought forth by luxury brands and business partners that expressed concern over the status of goods delivered to the group’s stores. Brands like Dolce & Gabbana pushed back against the […]

Off-White spring/summer 2026, ready-to-wear. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. The international Mondottica Group has appointed Xavi Fusté, CEO of VÜM Glasses, and his team as strategic partners for the distribution of the Off-White and Palm Angels eyewear collections in Spain and Portugal. The partnership establishes a selective distribution through independent opticians that combine fashion, design and technical expertise. This strategy reinforces the brands' premium positioning and […]

A branch of the retail chain Pepco Image: Pepco Group NV Last summer, the German subsidiary of retailer Pepco NV filed for insolvency. Following a comprehensive restructuring that included significant cuts to its store network, the discounter is now set for a fresh start in the country. The self-administered insolvency proceedings for Pepco Germany GmbH, which began on October 1, will end on February 28, the company announced on Monday. The creditors' meeting had already unanimously approved […]

Online shopping. Credits: Aygin Kolaei for FashionUnited Citizens Advice has reported a surge in complaints from fashion consumers as a heightened use in AI increasingly enables scammers to target online shoppers. According to the organisation’s consumer service, nearly 18,000 complaints logged last year were in regards to clothing, shoes and accessories purchases, up 21 percent compared to 2024. A total of 82 percent of these complaints were related to online order purchases, the majority […]

Credits: IWC Schaffhausen British actor Regé-Jean Page was seen wearing an IWC Portugieser Chronograph (Ref. IW371624). The watch features a 41-millimetre stainless steel case and a sand-coloured dial. He wore the timepiece while attending the pre-BAFTA Awards party hosted by Charles Finch and Chanel at 5 Hertford Street in London, UK, on February 21, 2026. Credits: IWC Schaffhausen Regé-Jean Page wearing an IWC Portugieser Chronograph (Ref. IW371624). LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 21: […]

Credits: Stock Market via Pexels Global equities traded mixed and the dollar fell slightly Monday as uncertainty over Donald Trump's tariffs gripped markets after the US Supreme Court struck down a large part of the president's upending trade policy. The court on Friday ruled that Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a 1977 law he has relied on to impose sudden levies on individual countries Trump responded by vowing to impose a global tariff of 10 percent under a […]

William Costelloe with models at the Paul Costelloe AW26 show Credits: Paul Costelloe by Debbie Bragg Interview The Paul Costelloe brand has been a regular fixture on the London Fashion Week schedule since its inception more than 40 years ago, and this season, new creative director William Costelloe presented an emotional tribute to his late father, who passed away in November 2025, as well as showcasing his vision for the brand moving forward, rooted in the brand’s tailoring DNA. William […]

Mango Limerick store. Credits: Mango. Spanish fashion giant Mango has unveiled a new store in Limerick, Ireland, expanding its presence in the region amid a wider retail rollout. Located on O’Connell Street, within a prominent building in the city centre, the store was hailed as a “strong endorsement of Limerick’s continued growth” by director general of Limerick City and County Council, Pat Daly. Daly continued: “It has been fantastic to watch the revitalisation of this prominent […]

USA Credits: Pexels On Friday, the US Supreme Court overruled Donald Trump’s tariffs, determining that the president had wrongfully invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose levies. The region’s trade organisations swiftly responded to the ruling, largely expressing support for the court’s decision, many grateful for the stability and breathing room they anticipated to follow. Julia Hughes, the president of the United States Fashion Industry Association […]

US president Donald Trump during a speech at Fort Bragg on February 13, 2026 Image: The White House. Following the US Supreme Court's decision against president Donald Trump's tariff policy, the EU and other countries are attempting to assess the precise consequences for the global economy. A special session of the legal service and the negotiating team, which was responsible for a customs agreement between the US and the EU, is scheduled for Monday in the EU Parliament. Furthermore, […]

Credits: Fred Perry Fred Perry announces a new 13-piece capsule collection with Belgian designer Kris Van Assche, reimagining the codes of British heritage sportswear through the lens of contemporary tailoring. Titled Uniform of Youth, the collaboration launches globally on February 19, 2026. For Van Assche, former Artistic Director of Dior Homme and Berluti, Fred Perry has long been a reference point. Youth culture, sportswear and subcultural identity have consistently informed his work, […]

Pascal Betten Credits: Sione Na’a Helu During the GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Pascal Betten, managing director of Interloop Europe, presented an in-depth vision on supply chain transparency. The Pakistani textile giant produces nearly one billion pairs of socks annually for retailers like Nike, Adidas and H&M. The company emphasised that a reliable Digital Product Passport (DPP) depends on validating data at the source. Gap between certification and reality Betten expressed […]

Central Saint Martins MA Fashion AW26 show - CSM students collaborate with Topshop on reimagined Jamie and Joni jeans. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Students of Central Saint Martins (CSM) offered up reimagined takes on Topshop’s iconic denim styles during a London Fashion Week runway event this season. Participants of the university’s MA Fashion were tasked with reviving the Jamie and Jonie jeans as part of a competitive project, with ten concepts ultimately chosen for display. The […]

Credits: Uniqlo The new collection features the JWA Straight Jeans Selvedge in authentic selvedge denim, alongside the JWA Straight Jeans and JWA Baggy Jeans that bring a modern, fashion-forward edge. The Baggy Curve Jeans offer a sculpted silhouette, while the EZY Extra Stretch Jeans are engineered for superior comfort and ease of movement. Baggy Curve Jeans Softly curved silhouette with a high waist and volume at the sides. Versatile design flatters all body types. Cotton-blend fabric is […]

SS26. Credits: Stone Island Actor, Cha Seung-won wears a STONE ISLAND GHOST standout piece: the 100002 SPLIT LEATHER_STONE ISLAND GHOST suede jacket, featuring both matching and contrasting hardware for an industrial feel; the jacket’s Corteccia sand colour is inspired by worker leather gloves. Former Football Player Paolo Maldini wears 4100080 BONDED LINEN-TC_STONE ISLAND GHOST: a field jacket in linen bonded to an ultra-light nylon jersey for a structured appearance, featuring multiple […]

Credits: European Bridal Week European Bridal Week Awards 2026 Reveal Prestigious New Venue: Grand Hall at Zeche Zollverein The European Bridal Week Awards will return in 2026 with a spectacular new setting, as the organisers proudly announce the Grand Hall at Zeche Zollverein in Essen, Germany, as the official location for the awards ceremony. Credits: European Bridal Week Following the tremendous success of the previous edition, the EBW Awards will once again take place as part of […]

JD Sports store in Dresden. Credits: JD Sports JD Sports Fashion PLC said on Monday that it plans to return 200 million pounds of capital to shareholders through share buybacks in fiscal 2027. Under the first tranche, the share repurchase drive will commence immediately to repurchase up to 100 million pounds of shares. This repurchase is expected to be completed before July 31. Thereafter, JD Sports Fashion intends to enter into arrangements to launch the second tranche of the program to […]

Credits: Bleckmann E-commerce already accounts for 21% of all fashion purchases worldwide. And with the global fashion e-commerce industry expected to reach $1.6 trillion by 2030, growth has never been more accessible for ambitious fashion and lifestyle brands. However, there’s one key roadblock that brands need to consider to ensure their dreams of success don’t bite the dust: fashion e-commerce logistics. Read on to learn how working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider can […]

A look from the autumn/winter collection presented in New York Credits: Courtesy of Sergio Soldano Interview The latest collection of Sergio Soldano intends to usher in a new chapter for the historic Italian label. Unveiled during an event at the most recent edition of New York Fashion Week, the 77 piece line, with 27 accompanying accessories, marks a creative rebirth for the maison, founded in 1968. During the show, held at Printemps New York in partnership with Fashion Group International […]

Second-hand trends. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The fashion industry is evolving amidst a sustainable transformation, driven by new consumer expectations, regulatory pressure and cost rationalisation. In this context, secondhand fashion is establishing itself as a structural driver rather than a peripheral trend. To remain competitive, it can no longer simply be a “responsible” option; it must be desirable. For spring/summer 2026, four strong dynamics are emerging. When […]

Slazenger padel ball. Credits: Slazenger / Frasers Group. Interview At just 23, Alexei Hamblin is steering one of British sport’s most storied names into a new era. As the young designer and entrepreneur overseeing the transformation of Slazenger under the umbrella of Frasers Group, Hamblin is tasked with modernising a 140-year-old heritage brand without losing the legacy that made it iconic, exploring everything from its long-standing ties to Wimbledon to its deep roots in racquet […]

Knwls pop-up store in London. Credits: KNWLS. KNWLS has unveiled a temporary concept store in London during the city’s ongoing fashion week, designed to reflect what a physical space of the British label could look like. Open from February 20 to 23, and located at The Painting Rooms, the store offers an edit of core and exclusive pieces from the brand’s SS26 collection. Its interior is adorned with vintage furnishings, from wall-based figures by Anousha Payne to framed floral compositions […]

Donald Trump Credits: Donald Trump, by Gage Skidmore via Flickr US president Donald Trump has suffered a defeat before the Supreme Court in the dispute over his aggressive tariff policy. The US Supreme Court ruled that Trump exceeded his authority when he invoked an emergency law to impose extensive tariffs on many trading partners, including the European Union. This article was translated to English using an AI tool. FashionUnited uses AI language tools to speed up translating (news) […]

In Pictures Abercrombie Kids Launches Baby & Toddler Collection for SS26 Credits: Abercrombie Kids Abercrombie Kids, the children’s offering of apparel from Abercrombie & Fitch, has expanded its size offering through the newly launched baby and toddler collection. The launch of the new Spring/Summer 2026 collection sees the brand make its debut expansion into the baby and toddler apparel segment, with sizes ranging from newborn to 5T.  Abercrombie Kids launches Baby […]

Credits: YKK The YKK London Showroom is proud to announce a special window display in collaboration with YKK Japan, showcasing the winning works of the annual YKK Japan Fastening Awards to celebrate the 25th anniversary. The exhibition will be on view at YKK London Showroom, 154 Commercial Street, Shoreditch, E1 6NU, from 3 March 2026. Established in 2001, the YKK Fastening Awards rank among Japan's largest student fashion design competitions, challenging young creators to transform fastening […]

Carnaby Street, Soho, London Credits: Shaftesbury Capital Australian-owned womenswear retailer, Kookaï, is set to open its debut, permanent UK retail store on Carnaby Street, in London. The flagship store, located at 37 Carnaby Street, spans 1,800 square feet and will mark the national debut of Kookaï’s refreshed brand direction. The upcoming store opening, set to open its doors to the public sometime in the next few months, builds on the brand’s success across Australia, New Zealand, […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai The UK retail sector recorded its third consecutive week of growth as Valentine's Day celebrations provided a much-needed boost to discretionary spending. According to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker, total like-for-like (LFL) sales increased by +2.05%, a resilient performance against a strong +4.72% base from the previous year. The fashion sector emerged as a primary driver of this success, with total LFL sales improving by +2.63%. While lifestyle (+0.81%) […]

Asos New York pop-up store. Credits: BFA. A British co-founder of online fast fashion retail giant Asos has died in Thailand after falling from a high-rise balcony, police said on Friday. Quentin Griffiths, 58, fell from the 17th floor of an apartment building in the seaside resort city of Pattaya on February 9, local law enforcement told AFP. "The motive is still being investigated," said police officer Kosala Ngamphong. Griffiths had entered Thailand on a tourist visa, and the British […]

Nico Wartenbergh Credits: Sione Na’a Helu The fashion industry faces a fundamental revision of the relationship between brands and retailers in 2026. Nico Wartenbergh, former CTO of de Bijenkorf and Rituals, states that the traditional purchasing model has become unsustainable. In his presentation during the GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Wartenbergh highlights the need for a shift in working capital and the critical role of technology in optimising margins. Transformation of […]

Hans Robben Credits: Sione Na’a Helu During the recent GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Hans Robben, programme manager of The Renewal Workshop at Bleckmann, presented a pragmatic vision for circularity. The logistics service provider, which has been in business for 160 years, is transforming from a linear 'box-mover' to a crucial partner in the circular chain. Robben emphasised that circularity is no longer a side activity but a substantial part of future business operations. […]

Opening remarks by Carmine Di Noia, OECD director for financial and enterprise affairs. Credits: OECD The main sessions of the 2026 OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector, which took place on 11 and 12 February, centred on the urgent transition from a culture of compliance to one of tangible impact, specifically focusing on how global brands must navigate an increasingly volatile geopolitical landscape. In his opening remarks, Carmine Di Noia, OECD director for […]

India is confirmed as the new powerhouse of global luxury. Credits: Pexels, Shubam Bhasin The Indian market has room for Italian products, spanning from mechanics and luxury to cars and food, including wine and oil. “This is the new frontier for 'Made in Italy',” senator Adolfo Urso, minister for business and 'Made in Italy' (Mimit), emphasised yesterday. He was visiting the Italian pavilion at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, meeting with representatives from leading Italian industrial […]

Ssense co-founders, Rami, Firas and Bassel Atallah. Credits: Ssense. The founders of Canadian luxury retailer Ssense have secured court approval for their buyout offer, blocking a deal by lenders pursuing a liquidation of the company. The Quebec Superior Court notified the company’s advisor, Ernst & Young, that the bid submitted by the founders – brothers Rami, Bassel and Firas Atallah – alongside their strategic partner had been accepted. As a result, the deal closed February 13. […]

Topshop and Tolu Coker partner on collaborative capsule. Credits: Topshop / Tolu Coker. In yet another chapter of Topshop’s ongoing relaunch, the once high street-centric womenswear brand has now struck up a new collaboration with Tolu Coker, unveiling part of a co-designed capsule collection during London Fashion Week. During Coker’s runway show held Thursday, with King Charles III and Stella McCartney observing from the front row, Topshop offered a preview of the collaborative line […]

Credits: Louis Vuitton Launching February 19th, 2026, a meticulously designed collection of Louis Vuitton Formal Menswear addresses and exceeds the dress codes set by any Spring-to-Summer celebrations, from breakfast meeting to black tie, from crisp to warming temperatures. Squarely within the iconic universe of modern distinction and legacy refinement proposed by Men's Creative Director Pharrell Williams, this ready-to-wear and made-to-measure apparel is organized into the categories of […]

Marking her appointment as SMI Ambassador, King Charles III presents Stella McCartney with a sustainably sourced Mongolian cashmere scarf made by Erdos, embroidered with the Terra Carta seal. Credits: SMI. British designer Stella McCartney has been appointed as an ambassador of the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI). The organisation, founded by King Charles III in 2020, strives for the goal of bringing key industry stakeholders together to accelerate private-sector progress towards a […]

Eyewear SS26. Credits: Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Hilfiger, which is part of PVH Corp., announces the TOMMY HILFIGER Spring Summer 2026 Eyewear Campaign featuring internationally renowned Spanish footballer, Marco Asensio. For the second consecutive year, Marco stars in the campaign as the brand’s Global Eyewear Ambassador, embodying the brand’s optimistic spirit with charisma and charm. “For this year’s eyewear campaign, it felt natural to lean into a sense of freedom and movement, which […]

Image for illustration. Credits: Pexels. Retail sales volumes are estimated to have risen 1.8 percent in January, a positive jump off the back of a more subdued Christmas period, as heavy discounting persuaded shoppers to open their wallets. According to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), growth was bolstered by artwork and antiques sales, as well as continued strong sales from online jewellers, which reported "unprecedented levels” of demand. For the three months to January, sales […]

Credits: New Balance Strategy, culture and innovation converged at New Balance’s latest Global Town Hall. Bringing together more than 1,400 associates at The TRACK at New Balance and thousands more via 19 global watch parties, the annual gathering served both as a performance review and a forward-looking blueprint. For the independent sportswear label, the message was unequivocal: sustainable growth starts from within. In a LinkedIn post following the event, President and CEO Joe Preston […]

Longchamp store Credits: Longchamp French luxury leather goods company Longchamp has been awarded B Corp certification, recognising the independent, family-owned business' long-standing commitment to responsible craftsmanship, governance and measurable impact. The B Corp certification showcases that a company has met high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and legal accountability. The rigorous process evaluated more than 300 criteria across design, production, […]

Members of staff work at the Alex Begg mill in Ayr, south west Scotland, on January 15, 2026. Credits: ANDY BUCHANAN / AFP. Far from the glamour of fashion weeks in Paris, Milan and London, a nondescript cashmere mill on Scotland's western coast that supplies luxury labels hopes local training programmes can attract new talent. "It's a dying trade," 61-year-old Maria Wade said of her job as a "greasy mender" at Alex Begg, a semi-rural mill that has been based in Ayr in southwest Scotland for […]

Britain's King Charles III looks on alongside British fashion designer Stella McCartney (R) during the opening show of London Fashion Week 2026, in London on February 19, 2026. Credits: Photo by Richard Pohle / POOL / AFP London Fashion Week launched on Thursday with a rare visit from King Charles III only hours after his brother Andrew's sensational arrest -- his presence overshadowing an event traditionally focused on revealing new talent. The king surprised crowds when his car pulled up […]

Bangladeshi flag flying on top of garment factory. AI-generated image for illustration purposes. Credits: FashionUnited Following the unprecedented unrest of late 2024 and the subsequent interim administration, Bangladesh voted last Thursday and declared results on Friday: The BNP-led alliance won 209 seats and the Jamaat-led bloc secured 68 in the 297 constituencies for which results were declared. For the ready-made garment (RMG) sector—the very heartbeat of the nation’s economy that […]

Walmart store Credits: Walmart The US-based retail giant Walmart concluded fiscal year 2026 with record annual revenue of 713.16 billion dollars, marking a 4.7 percent increase (5.1 percent in constant currency). Despite achieving standalone profitability in its e-commerce segment, management emphasized a balanced outlook for fiscal year 2027, factoring in significant legislative and economic pressures. Resilience in fashion and higher-income segments A defining highlight for the quarter was […]

A Moncler boutique in Madrid Image: Moncler Italian fashion company Moncler Group posted a slight revenue increase for the 2025 financial year, driven by growth at its Moncler and Stone Island brands. However, profit fell short of the previous year's level. This was according to a business report published by the parent company, Moncler SpA, on Thursday evening. According to the report, group revenue reached 3.13 billion euros (3.68 billion dollars) last year. This represents 1 percent […]

marketing Credits: BOTTEGA VENETA What appears at first glance to be another prestige literary adaptation has emerged as one of the most extensive fashion and lifestyle marketing campaigns attached to a film release, not seen since Barbie. Wuthering Heights has been supported by a global, multi-category rollout that positions the film less as a standalone cultural product and more as a fully integrated brand platform. Ahead of its theatrical release, the film was linked to more than 50 […]

Peter Majeranowski, chief executive of Circ Inc. Credits: Circ Inc. Lifestyle brand Madewell, Los Angeles-based fashion brand Reformation, and European retailer C&A are three of the newest brand partners to join the Fiber Club initiative from Circ, a US-based textile-to-textile recycler. The three new brand partners, together with fiber manufacturer Lenzing and Linz Textil, a European manufacturer of yarns, fabrics and terry goods, join other brands such as Ellen Fishers, Zalando and […]

New Balance opens revamped flagship store in Flatiron, NYC Credits: New Balance US sportswear giant New Balance achieved a notable feat for 2025, recording an annual global sales growth of 19 percent year-over-year, amounting to 9.2 billion dollars. The figures were shared in a business update by the company’s president and CEO, Joe Preston, who noted that this was New Balance’s fifth consecutive year of double-digit growth. “Our footwear and apparel products continued to deliver across […]

Credits: Africa Fashion Up Africa Fashion Up, a Paris-based platform dedicated to promoting contemporary African fashion, has opened applications for its sixth edition. Organised by the Share Africa Association in collaboration with the Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac, the 2026 programme will accept submissions from February 17 to April 17. Founded in 2020 by French-Ivorian model Valérie KA, the initiative supports emerging African designers through mentorship, professional training […]

Illustrative image of the buying process. Credits: Lightspeed Fashion retail has reached a structural inflection point as the industry shifts from intuition-based buying to data-first decision-making. According to the 'Retail Insights Report 2025' by US-based B2B platform NuORDER by Lightspeed, 68 percent of senior retail leaders now rely on quantitative data as their primary forecasting tool. The study, which surveyed 60 senior retail directors and executives from enterprise-level retailers […]

Asos launches hybrid virtual try-on via its app . Credits: Asos. E-commerce giant Asos has introduced a new hybrid virtual try-on feature for shoppers using its IOS app with the goal of providing users with a more personalised experience. Launched in partnership with AI fashion platform AIUTA, the feature will initially allow shoppers to digitally try-on 10,000 products via either an image they uploaded themselves, or by choosing an AI-generated virtual model. By introducing the try-on […]

On Store, Regent Street, London Credits: On. The retail sector is already under pressure, balancing a fragile economy and low consumer confidence. The implementation of the Employment Rights Act, which came into force in January, could only heighten this pressure, with a new report from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) emphasising particular concern regarding labour costs. The organisation's survey of retail chief financial officers and finance directors has revealed labour and employment […]

Credits: IFCO Istanbul Fashion Connection, convened the global fashion industry in Istanbul once again at its ninth edition. Bringing Türkiye’s design vision together with its strong manufacturing power onto the global fashion stage, IFCO hosted over 450 exhibitor across 6 halls and welcomed 29,746 professional visitors from 134 countries in Istanbul. With international buying delegations, strong brand participation, and a highly qualified visitor profile, IFCO once again proved its […]

SS26. Credits: VILA Soft volumes meet clean lines. Defined waists balance fluid layers and considered proportions. Inspiration drawn from nature is woven into shape, surface, and detail. Lace and embroidery add texture, never noise. Draping and ruffles create quiet movement, while satin catches the light and linen grounds each look with effortlessness. The palette stays close to nature - earthy tones and softened neutrals - interrupted by a sudden pop of colour. Intentional. Effortless. […]

SS26. Credits: Louis Vuitton The low-top LV Tilted Sneaker makes a subtle statement, taking cues from classic skate gear. Introduced during the Louis Vuitton Men’s Spring-Summer 2026 Pre-collection preview and later worn in the Men’s Spring-Summer 2026 Collection show, it has garnered attention for its bold yet discreet silhouette: widened and balanced so that its right and left soles are dimensionally equal, making a pair initially interchangeable. The LV Tilted is named for the leaning […]

Still from Remake's 2019 short firm, Made in Mexico, for the #WearYourValues campaign. Credits: Remake Remake, the nonprofit behind the #NoNewClothes and #WearYourValues campaigns, is shutting down after failing to secure the necessary funding to sustain its operations. Founder of the organisation, Ayesha Barenblat, announced the news on Instagram, stating that this decision made by Remake’s board was the “most responsible path forward” in the current climate. Final operations are due […]

Credits: FIRE Fashion wholesale is entering a new era. Demand is harder to forecast, retail partners expect faster reactions, and capital efficiency has become mission-critical for fashion brands worldwide. Yet inside many organisations, preorder and reorder still live in separate systems. Preorders are captured in showrooms or dedicated preorder tools. Reorders are handled later via ERP systems, separate B2B portals, emails, or spreadsheets. Sell-out data arrives delayed, fragmented, or not […]

Shopping bags, image for illustration. Credits: Pexels. The autumn/winter 2025/26 season signals more than just another round of price increases in the fashion industry. It marks a broader shift among mass and mid-market brands attempting to create value in an uneven global economy. A new report from Retviews, an AI-powered intelligence platform by Lectra, has revealed that mid-market players have raised prices by over 50 percent in Europe last year, compared with 2024 figures, with some US […]

Interview Daniel Samy El Menshawi Credits: Robin Pailler What does a career look like in an industry that constantly has to reinvent itself? Industry expert Daniel Samy El Menshawi looks back on 15 years of experience balanced between tradition and transformation. After an apprenticeship in textile management and a degree in International Fashion Management, El Menshawi worked in sales for various apparel companies, from Strenesse to Esprit. He then ventured into self-employment with […]

Credits: The Eating Disorder Awareness UCalgary club hosted a “Beauty in Diversity” fashion show on Feb. 6. Riley Brandt, University of Calgary A A student-organised fashion show at the University of Calgary has brought attention to eating disorder awareness and the importance of creating visible, supportive spaces on campus. The event, which took place in early February, featured student models and designers showcasing looks that symbolised personal journeys and community solidarity. The […]

CEO Interview Exterior view of the Voo Store Credits: Courtesy of Voo Store Under Akcay's leadership, the fashion retailer, known beyond Germany's borders, will once again focus on its former strength: offering young brands and designer collections that cannot be found everywhere. To this end, the new boss is also cutting budgets for the big fashion houses. Akcay reveals exactly what his strategy looks like an interview with FashionUnited. You took over the position from founder Yasin […]

AI image resale pre-owned second hand luxury Credits: FashionUnited Resale tech provider Archive has unveiled a collection of new AI capabilities with the intention of scaling its operations and providing brands with a stronger foundation for resale. Under the umbrella ‘Archive Intelligence’, the new features address warehouse management, with the goal of optimising logistic costs and customer outcomes, and merchandising and pricing data, providing brand teams with reports on inventory, […]

Credits: Photo by Headway Unsplash Digital learning is reshaping fashion education, offering new tools and opportunities for students and educators, according to Sudhakar Rao, Director of JD Institute of Fashion Technology, School of Fashion Design. In a recent interview, Rao highlighted how online platforms, virtual tools and blended teaching methods are expanding access to coursework, creative collaboration and industry exposure. Rao noted that virtual design software, digital […]

Debenhams at Graduate Fashion Week 2025 Credits: Graduate Fashion Week Online retailer Boohoo, now trading as Debenhams, has successfully completed an upsized and significantly oversubscribed fundraise, generating gross proceeds of approximately 40 million pounds (54.04 million dollars). The capital raise, upscaled from an original target of 35 million pounds due to strong investor demand, consisted of a placing for 200,000,000 new ordinary shares and a subscription for 22,222,222 new ordinary […]

SS26. Credits: Canali Canali is pleased to unveil its Spring Summer 2026 campaign, the new chapter of the Inner Beauty narrative, celebrating the extraordinary craftsmanship hidden in the details - those of Canali garments and those of luxury high-performance cars, at the heart of the campaign concept. A dialogue unfolds between two worlds of manufacturing excellence, where precision engineering meets artisanal mastery. Like Canali garments, grand touring cars compose a symphony of meticulous […]

Paul Costelloe AW23. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight London Fashion Week, better known for nurturing new talent than for its big-name shows, kicks off on Thursday with a tribute to one of its stalwarts Paul Costelloe. The Irish-American designer, who died aged 80 last November, was a regular fixture on the opening day of the British capital's fashion week since the inception of the show in 1984. Over four decades, his romantic, sartorial catwalks remained a constant: witness to the rise […]

Schiesser store Credits: Schiesser AG Caesarea, Israel-based apparel manufacturer Delta Galil Industries has reported strong financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, demonstrating resilience despite a complex global retail landscape. For the full year, sales climbed 4 percent to 2,118.9 million dollars, supported by fourth-quarter performance where revenue reached 611.1 million dollars. This growth was primarily driven by the company's direct-to-consumer […]

eBay Berlin Credits: Courtesy eBay eBay Inc. reported robust financial results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2025, a period chief executive officer Jamie Iannone described as a "milestone year" driven by disciplined strategic execution and a focus on recommerce. For the full year ended December 31, 2025, the company generated 11.1 billion dollars in revenue, an 8 percent increase on an as-reported basis, with gross merchandise volume (GMV) rising 7 percent to 79.6 billion dollars. […]

Brunello Cucinelli SS26 Credits: Launchmetrics/spotlight Brunello Cucinelli reported a turnover of 1.41 billion euros (1.66 billion dollars) for 2025. This represents an increase of 11.5 percent at constant exchange rates and 10.1 percent at current exchange rates. The company's net profit reached 142 million euros, up 10.5 percent, with a sales incidence of 10.1 percent, in line with the previous year. Today, Wednesday, February 18, the board of directors approved the consolidated financial […]

In Pictures Credits: NYFW FW26 ©Launchmetrics/spotlight In the late 1990s, fears surrounding Y2K were widespread, and designers responded with somber palettes that mirrored the mood of technological unease. In many respects, NYFW FW26, revisited that same tension. Colour on the runways was predominately black, closely recalling the pared-back minimalism seen at Calvin Klein, Jil Sander and Prada between 1997 and 1999. With anticipation building around Ryan Murphy’s forthcoming series […]

Julien Macdonald AW23 at LFW Credits: Launchmetrics Spotlight. As the global fashion industry turns its attention to London, there is a renewed focus on British designers and brands under the leadership of Laura Weir, chief executive of the British Fashion Council, for the February edition of London Fashion Week, with the return of Julien Macdonald, Phoebe English, and Joseph to the schedule. Running from Thursday, February 19 to Monday, February 23, London Fashion Week will feature 92 […]

Credits: C&A Nedap, the global leader in item-level inventory visibility, has partnered with European fashion retailer C&A to optimize omnichannel logistics through Nedap’s Inventory Engine. This strategic collaboration enables real-time tracking and status assignment of e-commerce items and establishes a foundation for a responsive and agile retail operation, by enhancing inventory accuracy and improving the Click & Collect (BOPIS) customer experience. With more than 1,300 […]

Levi's® introduces the Baby Brooklyn Bag, a playful addition to the spring/summer 2026 accessories collection. Credits: Levi’s® Details define style. Levi's® expands its versatile accessories range with the Baby Brooklyn Bag, a modern take on the everyday bag that adds a vibrant and sophisticated touch to the spring/summer 2026 collection. Crafted from premium denim and enhanced with unexpected details, this bag celebrates personal style and creativity. The Baby Brooklyn Bag stands out […]

Clare Waight Keller, creative director of Uniqlo Credits: Uniqlo The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced the appointment of British designer Clare Waight Keller, who has served as creative director at leading international luxury houses, including Pringle of Scotland, Chloé, and Givenchy, to its executive board. Waight Keller, who is currently creative director of Uniqlo, will join the BFC’s executive board on March 11, and will bring “extensive creative leadership and global […]