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Rowing Blazers x Seiko Credits: Image: Rowing Blazers In Pictures New York-based cult brand Rowing Blazers has teamed again with Japanese watchmaker Seiko, aiming to repeat the success of their previous three collaborations. This time, the brands have created a capsule collection with two vintage-inspired watches, with each being limited to 2,500 numbered pieces. “We feel incredibly privileged to have worked with Seiko on a fourth collaboration,” said senior collaborations manager Tommy […]

Fashion East AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight As part of efforts to decentralise fashion, the British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced a new UK-wide programme to coincide with London Fashion Week in September. Dubbed ‘Fashion Britain’, the initiative involves events across Bristol, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh, and brings together retailers, designers and cultural institutions. Chief executive officer, Laura Weir, revealed details of the programme during the […]

Kathleen Van Nest Pierce Credits: Image: J.Crew J.Crew Group has appointed Kathleen Van Nest Pierce as president of the J.Crew label, starting August 4. Pierce, who previously worked at Dyson Beauty and The Estée Lauder Companies, will lead the American multi-brand’s merchandising, design, marketing, and retail teams to accelerate business momentum and deliver sustainable long-term growth, according to a statement from the group. “Kathleen is a one-of-a-kind consumer brand leader with a […]

Credits: INNATEX Strong headliners, a programme that genuinely moves the industry forward and urgent debates: that's INNATEX from 18–20 July 2026. Around 200 green fashion brands will meet industry players and explore new formats at the Messecenter Hofheim Rhein-Main in Wallau, near Frankfurt am Main. Making its INNATEX debut: Ecoalf. One of the most prominent international names in sustainable fashion, the Spanish brand joins an exhibitor line-up already known for its quality: Vaude (active […]

Hunter x Represent collaboration Credits: Hunter / Represent Represent is set to embark on a new venture into Africa. The British premium label has teased its plans for a flagship store in Cape Town via its social media. In the post, the brand simply states ‘opening soon’ in the caption, with an email plastered on the store’s entry calling for enquiries. The opening date and location have not yet been disclosed. The location, which would be the label’s first store in Africa, builds […]

Firefighters respond to a fire that broke out in a shoe factory in the village of Jiangtou, China. Credits: Photo by ZHENG LIANG / XINHUA / XINHUA VIA AFP Beijing - A fire at a shoe factory in China on Thursday resulted in “heavy casualties”, according to President Xi Jinping. Nearly 200 firefighters and rescue workers were mobilised, according to official authorities and media. The fire broke out around midday (4am GMT) at the Huiteng factory in Jinjiang, in the Fujian province […]

Der neue Flagship-Store von Yeti in München Credits: Bild: Yeti Yeti Holdings, Inc., the American brand of outdoor recreation products, has hired Damon Johnson as its new director of B2B. According to his LinkedIn profile, Johnson will lead the corporate accounts channel for the brand, building and scaling B2B relationships with organizations across hospitality, entertainment, technology and OEM partnerships, among others. "It’s a privilege to join a brand I’ve admired for a long time. […]

Credits: Cristina Broissin Every career has a turning point. For Cristina Broissin and Bianca Marossero, it arrived in Antwerp. The two graduates came from different countries and disciplines, drawn to a six-month internship at VF Corporation, home to a portfolio of iconic active lifestyle brands including The North Face, Vans and Timberland, and over the following months they grew into trusted members of the teams there. Their stories offer a candid look at what VF’s Belgium internship […]

Scoop July 2026 edition. Credits: Scoop. Interview Scoop is due to return to its Olympia National home in Kensington, London, with an edition channelling an European flair. Spanning July 19 to 21, the British trade show is honing in on its growing reputation as a UK launchpad for international designers, continuing to emphasise its positioning as a premium destination for emerging talent and influential buyers. The coming season is no different. For July 2026, the event has partnered with […]

Manifattura Campus Credits: Polimoda All industry insiders know Polimoda, a Florentine institution of excellence in the fashion landscape. However, few are aware that the International Polytechnic of Fashion, now Polimoda, was founded in 1986. It was established through a collaboration between the city of Florence and New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). The initiative was led by the municipalities of Florence and Prato and the Province of Florence, together with Fondazione CR […]

Credits: Kimm van Splunter-Mazer, Alexander Maene, Rene Chabot, Erik de Wit On Monday, 06.07.2026, after a full and busy day at MODEFABRIEK in Amsterdam, Chainbalance and Itsperfect invited fashion brands and industry experts to unwind at a special networking dinner: Perfectly Balanced. The evening was relaxed, enjoying good food and drinks and having real conversations. Away from the hustle of the fair, guests had the chance to connect on a more personal level, exchange insights on current […]

Credits: Image: JW Anderson British fashion label JW Anderson opened its first retail space in Paris on Thursday, taking over the 15 Rue du Louvre address, a few blocks away from the Louvre Museum. The pop-up store will stay open until September 24, featuring a selection of men’s and womenswear items, as well as curated pieces from the brand's homeware collection. Sanchez Benton Architects, founded by Carlos Sanchez and Tom Benton, was responsible for developing the store concept. The […]

Hermès, autumn/winter 2026 womenswear show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Paris - Luxury group Hermès is launching into haute couture and will present its first ever collection in January, AFP learned from the group, confirming a report from WWD. French designer Nadège Vanhée, who has headed the group's womenswear collections since 2014, will be responsible for creating this first collection, the French brand specified. The saddler and leather goods maker, known for its iconic bags […]

Credit: Pandora Danish brand Pandora has launched ‘Pandora Wonders’, a new multi-year creative platform dedicated to exploring the house's materials and craftsmanship, according to a press release. Each chapter will focus on a specific material, starting with freshwater pearls reinterpreted by creatives from around the world. For the first instalment, Pandora presents a collection of eleven charms created in collaboration with British stylist Harry Lambert. The limited-edition pieces […]

Boss's flagship store in Düsseldorf Image: Hugo Boss Fashion group Hugo Boss considers the takeover bid from major shareholder Frasers Group to be inadequate. “The offer price of 38.00 euros per share does not adequately reflect the standalone value and future value creation potential of Hugo Boss,” the company announced on Thursday. The offer has been subjected to an independent review process. Hugo Boss's management sees significant potential, particularly through its current strategic […]

Credits: Zara. Social media has been flooded with videos from users worldwide featuring a pair of Zara trousers, though not for the reasons any brand would hope for. On paper, they have all the makings of a summer staple. They feature a fluid drape, an elasticated waistband, and are available in up to six colours for 22.95 euros. They could save any summer outfit, but apparently, they cannot save you from a trip to the emergency room. Under the hashtag #deadlyzarapants—which translates to […]

Tesco store Credits: Tesco media gallery Tesco is believed to be considering a sale of its Eastern European business in a deal that would seemingly bring to an end the British supermarket giant’s efforts to establish a global brand. According to the Financial Times, the retailer is working with bankers to explore options for operations in Hungary, the Czech Republic and Slovakia, with a sale to boost attempts to cut prices in its home market. In a statement to the media outlet, Tesco said: […]

Marks & Spencer via Amazon.nl. Credits: Marks & Spencer. British department store Marks & Spencer has expanded its reach in the Netherlands through an extended offering via Amazon. The retailer has brought its fashion category to the local arm of the marketplace following successful launches in Germany, France, Spain and Italy, where it had enacted initial launches in February. The Dutch Amazon offer will entail womenswear, menswear and kidswear. Marks & Spencer’s fashion […]

Digital Brands Group logo Credits: Image: Digital Brands Group DBGI (Digital Brands Group) is guiding for Q3 2026 revenue of 8.5 million to 11 million dollars, expecting to hit breakeven or positive net income. The announcement is a big deal for a company that lost 3.5 million dollars in Q3 2025, claiming a 500 to 650 percent YoY revenue jump. The Texas-based company, which operates eCommerce apparel brands such as Bailey 44, Stateside, and AVO, among others, credits its growth to collegiate […]

Uniqlo USA: Memorial City Store Credits: Fast Retailing Group Fast Retailing, the owner of Uniqlo, has increased its full-year profit outlook for FY26 following a boost in performance during the third quarter. For the three months to May 31, the Japanese retail giant saw its operating profit increase 45.7 percent to 213.79 billion yen (1.3 billion pounds), up from 146.74 billion yen in the year prior. As a result of the higher-than-anticipated results, the group raised its forecasted operating […]

JD Sports in Manchester's Trafford Centre Credits: JD Sports Sportswear retailer JD Sports has announced a new partnership with the BBC’s Children in Need to create a one million pound fund backing 50 youth projects across the UK. The initiative looks to support up to 10,000 young people and 90 youth workers in target locations near JD Sports stores, such as Glasgow, Greater Manchester, and London. JD Sports will also provide access to a virtual work experience programme, spanning retail, […]

Credits: Image: Destination XL, Facebook The board of directors at Destination XL Group Inc., (DXL), a publicly traded retailer specializing in Big + Tall men’s apparel, has advised that stockholders reject the revised offer made by Zodiac Partners II, LLC (“Zodiac”) on June 23 to acquire all outstanding shares of DXL for 0.84 dollars per share in cash, and not tender their shares. According to a statement from the DXL board, stockholders who have already tendered their shares may […]

In Pictures Kaws x MLB collection Credits: Fanatics Kaws, the American artist known for his signature XX motif and Mickey Mouse-inspired companion, has teamed up with Fanatics and Complex to launch a limited-edition collection with two of Major League Baseball’s (MLB) most well-loved franchises, the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. The collaboration coincides with the two teams' upcoming three-game series at Yankee Stadium in New York from July 17 to 19, and sees Kaws […]

Tottenham Court Road, London, UK. Credits: Unsplash. Extreme heat, sporting milestones and music events resulted in uneven footfall activity across the UK in June. According to MRI Software, overall footfall declined 0.9 percent month-on-month and 1.3 percent year-on-year, with poor activity among high streets offsetting retail park resilience. High street footfall dropped 1.4 percent MoM and 3.3 percent YoY, reflecting the destination’s sharpest annual decline recorded since June 2019. On […]

True Religion - Horseshoe Shield Gold Sunglasses Credits: True Religion Fashion and lifestyle brand True Religion has signed a licensing deal with FGX International, an EssilorLuxottica company, to launch a new collection of men’s and women’s sunglasses and eyewear. As part of the partnership, FGX International will design, manufacture and distribute fashion sunglasses and eyewear inspired by True Religion’s “rich history of trendsetting design”. The collection captures True […]

Lee x Feng Chen Wang collection campaign Credits: Lee Jeans Authentic Brands Group is accelerating its European expansion of Lee through a new long-term partnership with Experience Group. The deal intends to strengthen Lee’s presence across wholesale, retail and e-commerce, while further extending the brand’s international reach. Through the agreement, which will come into effect after Authentic finalises its acquisition of Lee, Experience Group will serve as the denim specialist’s […]

Credits: Image: Adidas Basketball S&S, a leading wholesale distributor of apparel and accessories in North America, has closed a deal to be the exclusive U.S. distributor for the Adidas Team apparel collection. The agreement reflects more than a decade of partnership between both companies. “This is an exciting new chapter in our relationship,” said Kendall Whitley, vice president of team sales for S&S, in a statement. “We’ve built a strong partnership with adidas, and this […]

SS27. Credits: Armedangels With the start of the sell-in phase on July 6, 2026, ARMEDANGELS presents its Spring 2027 collection under the seasonal theme New Nature. Denim forms the core of the season. The assortment is complemented by Clean Utility and New Basics, the expansion of Activewear, selected product innovations and recognisable Iconic Å logo pieces as visual anchors of the collection. New Nature brings together natural influences, technical precision and functional design. […]

Backstage, Marine Serre show, FW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Luxury brand Marine Serre was placed into receivership on July 7. The brand is now seeking an investor to continue its operations, according to reports from WWD. Famous for its crescent moon logo, Marine Serre has successfully attracted a large customer base by championing sustainable fashion through a circular approach that underpins its aesthetic. Like other luxury brands such as Coperni, which entered receivership last […]

Credits: Source Fashion As Source Fashion entered its second day at Excel London, the conversations shaping the future of fashion sourcing were increasingly being reflected in action across the show floor. From live manufacturing demonstrations and new material innovations to discussions around AI, regulation, nearshoring and circularity, buyers and brands explored the practical solutions already helping businesses build more resilient, transparent and commercially successful supply chains. […]

Kim Miller, chief marketing officer and head of global strategy at Rithum Credits: Rithum Global e-commerce network Rithum, which supports the entire commerce journey, has appointed Saks Global executive Kim Miller as chief marketing officer and head of global strategy to support the company’s “next phase of commerce innovation”. In a statement, Rithum said that Miller brings “seasoned retail, marketing and customer experience expertise” to the company. As CMO and head of global […]

MARTIN MARGIELA - ARCHIVES PERSONNELLES. Credits: @Niña Slavcheva. After spending his career scrupulously avoiding being photographed, star Belgian fashion designer Martin Margiela has decided to open up and sell off part of his personal archives. Fans of the 69-year-old trailblazer, who retired in 2009, will be able to snap up artefacts ranging from sketches to one of his white work coats at an auction in Paris on Thursday that Margiela personally supervised. But anyone hoping to learn more […]

Emilie Lewis Credits: Image: Fashion by Informa Fashion by Informa, which operates events like Magic, Project and Offprice, has appointed Emilie Lewis as vice president of events for Las Vegas and Nashville markets. According to the company, Lewis will lead the direction and expansion of its flagship wholesale fashion trade shows. "Emilie brings an exceptional combination of strategic leadership and market expertise to this role," said Simon Ferguson, executive vice president for Fashion by […]

ReHubs Credits: owned by ReHubs The European textile recycling alliance, ReHubs, has appointed a new board to drive the further development of textile-to-textile recycling in Europe. New board members are Luca Campadello of Italy's Erion; Kasper Damsø of Denmark's NewRetex; Gianluca Pandolfo of France's Reju; and Paolo Sandri of Thai chemical group Indorama Ventures. Re-elected board members include Dirk Vantyghem of industry organisation Euratex, Felix Poza of Inditex and Véronique Allaire […]

In pictures Viktor&Rolf autumn/winter 2026, haute couture. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - Paris Haute Couture Week concludes its final day of shows this Thursday, July 9, closing an edition dedicated to the autumn/winter 2026-2027 season, which has been presented in the French capital since last Monday. The Dutch duo Viktor&Rolf presented a collection based on contrasts, with an original staging. On a revolving stage representing a room, two models, one young and one […]

Palazzo Gucci, a Firenze Credits: Gucci Gucci, once synonymous with larger-than-life luxury, has fallen far from its rarefied perch. Bloomberg Originals takes a close look at why the iconic brand became a sales bin staple, and how it might pull itself back out.Gucci, once synonymous with larger-than-life luxury, has fallen far from its rarefied perch. Bloomberg Originals takes a close look at why the iconic brand became a sales bin staple, and how it might pull itself back out. The brand's […]

Jean Paul Gaultier | Haute Couture Fall Winter 2026/2027 | Paris. Credits: FF Channel via YouTube. Yesterday, as part of Paris Haute Couture Week, Duran Lantink presented his first couture collection for Jean Paul Gaultier. It was an anticipated debut that confirms the house's new era under his creative direction, which began in autumn 2025. Lantink drew inspiration from the costume designs Gaultier created in 1985 for choreographer Régine Chopinot. These have materialised in this collection […]

A Levi's store Image: Levi's US apparel company Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) has once again exceeded market expectations in the second quarter of its 2025/26 financial year. Following the unexpectedly strong results, the denim specialist raised its annual forecast again on Wednesday evening. In the three months to May 31, revenue amounted to 1.56 billion dollars. This represented an eight percent increase compared to the same quarter last year. On an organic basis, which adjusts for […]

Claus-Peter Mayer Credit: Adidas Claus-Peter Mayer is taking on the role of general manager for Central Europe, and will therefore also head up the German market. Mayer will start his new role on September 1, the Herzogenaurach-based sportswear company announced on Wednesday. He has been promoted from within and has been with Adidas for over 30 years, holding various management positions. Most recently, he managed the entire Southern European market from Paris. In his new role, Mayer succeeds […]

Robert Wun Haute Couture 2026. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Hong Kong-born designer Robert Wun has not had a holiday in years, but he's not complaining. In 2021, he was working from his kitchen -- now he dresses some of the world's best-known entertainers. In just five years, the 34-year-old has rocketed from unknown to one of the most sought-after names in the fashion world, designing for everyone from Lady Gaga, Beyonce to rapper Cardi B. "I have some days off, sometimes," he told […]

European Media Marketplace Credits: European Media Marketplace Vinted has joined a coalition of European companies across media, telecoms, retail, and advertising technology, launching a new initiative: the European Media Marketplace. The initiative, launched on July 7, aims to change how advertisers, agencies and publishers activate campaigns and connect across Europe's open web. Among the first founding members of the initiative are T Advertising Solutions, Equativ, Experian, […]

OPINION Pharrell Williams presents a creation for Chanel alongside former French minister of culture Fleur Pellerin during a Métiers d'Art show on December 6, 2016. Credits: Photo by PATRICK KOVARIK / AFP The scene is set in December 2016, in a hushed salon at the Ritz in Paris. Chanel is presenting its Métiers d'Art show. Womenswear silhouettes parade by when suddenly, American singer Pharrell Williams, a house ambassador, makes a surprise appearance among the models. He is dressed in […]

Alice Temperley at the finale of Temperley London's SS18 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Alice Temperley, the founder of Temperley London, has announced her departure from the eponymous British luxury brand, where she has served as creative director since its inception. The news was confirmed in a statement to FashionUnited from the company, reading: “Alice leaves with the backing of the team and house she has helped build. Further details on the appointment of a new leadership […]

Alma Mater product imagery. Credits: Alma Mater. Golf footwear brand Alma Mater has announced a new group of athlete investors as it prepares to open its next fundraising round, bringing together professional golfers and stars from the NFL, NHL, MLB and NBA. The investor line-up includes golfers Taylor Montgomery and Natasha Oon, NFL players Jordan Poyer and Levi Wallace, NHL veterans Joe Pavelski and Tyler Seguin, alongside former MLB players Kevin Millar, Jackie Bradley Jr., Jed Lowrie and […]

Kering's headquarters in Milan Credits: Kering Talent development remains a strategic focus for the Kering group's brands. The company announced today that it has signed the first memorandums of understanding with eight local educational institutions at the Campus Valore Italia - Mind Milano innovation district. This initiative aims to create a widespread network capable of projecting traditional crafts into the future. Specifically, the network involves eight local organisations: ACOF, AFOL, […]

Balenciaga, 55th Haute Couture collection. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Madrid – In one of the most anticipated shows of this Paris Haute Couture Week, Balenciaga presented its annual Haute Couture collection mid-morning on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. This is the first collection under this label by the Rome-born designer Pierpaolo Piccioli, following his confirmation as the new creative director of the historic fashion house at the end of May 2025. This show took place almost exactly […]

Credits: Lululemon Canadian sportswear brand Lululemon is set to open its first store in India. The store will be located at DLF Promenade in New Delhi and is scheduled to open later this autumn, as part of a franchise agreement with Indian e-commerce platform Tata CLiQ. The store will carry high-performance apparel for men and women across activities including yoga, Pilates, running, training, tennis, golf and everyday movement. Lululemon says the location will also serve as a space for […]

Credits: Tommy Hilfiger American fashion brand Tommy Hilfiger, part of PVH Corp. (NYSE: PVH), has named Zhou Guanyu as its newest global brand ambassador. The announcement builds on Tommy Hilfiger's existing partnership with the Cadillac Formula 1 Team, for which the brand serves as official apparel partner. Zhou is China's first Formula 1 driver and currently reserve driver for the Cadillac team. He is regarded as one of motorsport's most influential contemporary voices, and the brand says […]

Laura Simpson, Liberty CMO. Credits: Liberty. Liberty has appointed Laura Simpson as chief marketing officer of Liberty Group, expanding her responsibilities while she continues to serve as managing director of the retailer's beauty business, LBTY. In the newly created role, Simpson will oversee Liberty's brand, marketing and customer strategy across the wider business, while continuing to lead the development of LBTY, the luxury beauty destination launched in 2023. The appointment is […]

NCTO Recommends Additional Steps to Strengthen U.S. Textile Manufacturing in USTR Section 301 Forced Labor Investigations Credits: Unsplash The National Council of Textile Organizations (NCTO), a Washington, DC-based trade association that represents the full breadth of the US textile industry, has offered recommendations in the US Trade Representative’s (USTR) ongoing Section 301 investigations, calling for new tariffs on apparel imports from countries at risk of forced labour in their […]

The Mvc Group headquarters Credits: Mvc Group MVC Group, a company specialising in technical apparel for cycling and outdoor sports, has established MVC UK Group Ltd. This marks the group's tenth international subsidiary. The new entity will manage the direct distribution of the Castelli and Sportful brands in the UK and Ireland. Management explained this will "generate synergies and operational efficiencies that will allow the group to significantly strengthen the presence of the two cycling […]

Credits: Gap store on Oxford Street James Roth has been appointed as SVP, head of stores & operations and visual merchandising at Gap, bringing to the US apparel giant nearly 24 years of experience from Abercrombie & Fitch. Roth announced his new position on LinkedIn, where he said: “Grateful for the teams and partners who’ve shaped the journey, and energised by the work ahead alongside the amazing team continuing to build meaningful momentum across Gap.” Roth joins Gap after […]

In 2019, US president Donald Trump shakes hands with LVMH chief executive officer Bernard Arnault during a visit to the new Louis Vuitton factory in Alvarado. Credits: NICHOLAS KAMM /AFP Paris - Bernard Arnault and his family, who control the luxury giant LVMH, have reclaimed the top spot in the annual ranking of French professional fortunes, published on Wednesday by Challenges magazine. The position was taken from them last year by the heirs of Hermès. Once the richest man on the planet, he […]

Redress reveals eight finalists for 2026 Redress Design Award Credits: Redress Redress has announced the eight finalists for the 2026 edition of the Redress Design Award, highlighting emerging talent that spearhead circular and sustainable fashion practices. Representing seven regions across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, the eight finalists will showcase their collections at the Grand Final Fashion Show in Hong Kong in September. Each collection produced by the finalists will showcase a […]

I-Run acquires Belgian chain Trakks. Credits: Unsplash. French running equipment specialist i-Run has acquired its Belgian counterpart Trakks. This strategic move, announced by Trakks in a LinkedIn post, allows i-Run to open its first physical stores outside of France. The company already has a strong online presence across Europe. The French running specialist has bought the six physical shops and the e-commerce site of the Belgian brand Trakks, according to reports from the business daily […]

Credits: John Lewis. British department store John Lewis is reportedly considering the closure of its in-store money exchange service and dedicated gift wrapping areas in a move that could put around 200 jobs at risk. According to the BBC, the decision is being driven by falling demand for these services, particularly as foreign currency exchange increasingly moves online. Gift wrapping, meanwhile, is to be made more accessible, potentially moving from a specialised area to the tills. […]

Net-a-Porter for The King’s Foundation collection Credits: Net-a-Porter Workers at Net-a-Porter’s Charlton warehouse have resumed their strike after rejecting the luxury e-tailer’s latest pay offer. After a period of postponement, action by members of trade union GMB walked out again on July 7 and continued into July 8. GMB said the majority of workers have rejected the company’s pay offer, with fresh redundancies also said to be adding towards growing anger across the workforce. The […]

Nobody’s Child x Poppy Delevingne collection Credits: Nobody’s Child British womenswear brand Nobody’s Child has named a new head of merchandising and interim head of retail, as it bolsters its leadership team. Jennie Clarke, who was with retailer Phase Eight for more than 13 years, has joined Nobody’s Child as head of merchandising. Clarke first joined as a merchandiser at Phase Eight in 2013 and progressed through the ranks to head of merchandising. In addition, Amy Boswell has been […]

Credits: Christian Louboutin French luxury footwear brand Christian Louboutin presented its men's spring/summer 2027 collection through an immersive show set inside a fictional, ruined civilization the Maison calls a 'red kingdom.' The concept was shaped by Jaden Smith, Christian Louboutin's first men's creative director, who applied an archaeological and dreamlike perspective to the presentation. Visitors moved through the remains of an imagined ancient kingdom, a setting the brand says […]

In Pictures LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi x OnlyFans campaign shot by Tré Koch Credits: OnlyFans shot by Tré Koch Contemporary French fashion brand LGN Louis Gabriel Nouchi has launched a limited-edition collaboration with subscription-based social platform OnlyFans, where creators can monetise exclusive content directly from their followers. The three-piece collection, which debuted during Paris Men’s Fashion Week, continues Nouchi’s exploration of the body, sensuality and desire with […]

Donald Trump Credits: Donald Trump, by Gage Skidmore via Flickr Ankara - US president Trump wants to end all trade with Spain. At a press conference during the NATO summit in Ankara, Trump said: “I don’t want to continue trading with them”. Similar to last year's NATO summit, Trump was deeply annoyed with the position of NATO partner Spain. “Spain is a terrible partner in NATO. They don’t participate, they don’t pay,” said Trump. “End all trade with them.” US treasury […]

Marks & Spencer to host debut LFW show Credits: Marks & Spencer British high street retailer Marks & Spencer is set to make its official London Fashion Week (LFW) debut this September, presenting a “see now, buy now” womenswear and menswear collection. M&S’s debut at LFW coincides with the 100th anniversary of its fashion collection and sees the high street retailer presenting its global collection on the official runway schedule. The runway show itself will centre on a […]

Fleek founders: Sanket Agarwal and Abhi Arora Credits: Fleek London-based start-up Fleek, which is building the AI infrastructure to digitise second-hand fashion supply chains powering Vinted, Depop and Whatnot, has secured 25 million US dollars in Series B funding. The investment was led by Burda Principal Investments, an early Vinted backer and lead investor in its Series C round, with participation from Ebay, FJ Labs, and H14, alongside existing backers, including Andreessen Horowitz, HV […]

Dickies stand at Pitti Uomo. Credits: Dickies / Just Now Distribution. US workwear brand Dickies has named Just Now Distribution, in partnership with Luke Distribution, as its new commercial partner amid plans to accelerate growth in the UK and Ireland. The strategy, which also includes a regional wholesale footprint expansion, is being overseen by SportLux, the owner and operator of the Dickies label across Europe. Just Now Distribution will take on sales, wholesale development and market […]

Gymshark in Amsterdam. Credits: Gymshark British gym and fitness apparel brand Gymshark has appointed former Boden executive Shaun Perkinson as its new chief technology officer, succeeding John Douglas, who is retiring. Perkinson joins Gymshark from Saudi Arabia’s Al Waha Travel Retailer, where he served as chief technology officer from September 2025 to July 2026. Prior to that, he held the role of chief technology officer at British fashion and lifestyle brand Boden between 2019 and 2024. […]

Maersk container ship. Credits: Maersk German and Danish shipping giants Hapag Lloyd and Maersk announced in a routing update yesterday that they would resume services through the Red Sea route, effective immediately. This affects specifically their SE3 service, which is the gateway to Europe from China via the Middle East. SE3 starts from Qingdao in China or Kwangyang in South Korea before continuing to Ningbo in China, just about 400 nautical miles away. The journey then continues to Tanjung […]

In pictures Street style at the GmbH SS27 show Credits: Jeremy Moeller for BFW For the spring/summer 2027 season, Berlin Fashion Week once again showed its experimental side, not only on the catwalks but also off them. At shows for brands such as GmbH, Haderlump, Clara Colette Miramon and Milk of Lime, guests, models and fashion professionals showcased their looks. The outfits ranged from casual and relaxed to avant-garde. Street style highlights at a glance SS27 street style in […]

Canada Goose - Natural Intelligence - Summer 2026 Credits: Canada Goose Canadian luxury outdoor and apparel brand Canada Goose has launched a new long-term brand platform, Natural Intelligence, designed to reframe the relationship between “performance, craft, and the natural world,” and deepen its connection with nature. Debuting with the summer 2026 collection, Canada Goose states that its Natural Intelligence brand philosophy will champion “knowledge gained not through shortcuts but […]

Klitos Teklos, chief brand officer at Tory Burch Credits: Tory Burch American luxury fashion brand Tory Burch LLC has appointed Klitos Teklos as chief brand officer, a newly created role to lead the company’s global brand strategy. Teklos joins Tory Burch from Tēklos, the multidisciplinary brand architecture agency he founded in 2023. His clients have included The Row, Sol de Janeiro, and most recently, Gap Inc., where he has been developing the retailer’s beauty category. In his new […]

Gucci Beauty store at Select CityWalk, New Delhi, India Credits: Gucci Beauty L'Oréal and Gucci said they have reached a licensing agreement lasting 50 years for the French company to make perfumes and cosmetics under the name of the Italian fashion house, Gucci's parent company Kering said Tuesday. The agreement follows a decision to terminate a licence agreement between Gucci and US-based Coty a year before it was due to expire, Kering said in a statement. The licence agreement between […]

Alexis Mabille autumn/winter 2026, Haute Couture. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - Kicking off with Schiaparelli, Paris Fashion Week Haute Couture experienced one of its most anticipated days on Tuesday. The day featured the second haute couture collection from Matthieu Blazy for Chanel and Jonathan Anderson's collection for Dior. On the same day, Alexis Mabille presented his collection. It was an original proposal called “Dual”, featuring reversible pieces that were transformed […]

Marta Ortega Pérez, non-executive chair of Inditex, during the Annual General Meeting held in Arteixo on July 7, 2026. Credits: Inditex. Madrid – This Tuesday, July 7, the Inditex group's headquarters in Arteixo, A Coruña, once again hosted the company's 2026 Annual General Meeting. The event was opened by Marta Ortega Pérez in what was her fifth address to the shareholders of the Spanish fashion multinational, owner of Zara, since she officially became non-executive chair of its Board of […]

Rita Row SS27 campaign imagery. Credits: Rita Row / Scoop. Scoop’s return to Olympia National, London, is nearing. Akin to seasons past, the fair, spanning July 19 to 21, is continuing to expand its roster of international designers, many of whom use the carefully curated show as a gateway to the UK market. Speaking on this edition, Scoop’s founder and creative director, Karen Radley, said: “One of the things I am most proud of is the trust designers place in Scoop when entering or […]

Vincent van der Holst and Romy Goedhart on the mountain of clothes at Milieuwerk. Credits: Anna Roos van Wijngaarden On the 25,000 square metre site of Milieuwerk, near Sloterdijk, Amsterdam, a group of brand owners, textile processors and investors have gathered for the launch of Vnyx. This robot is set to transform resale into an attractive market. Iced coffee and homemade pastries are ready for the attendees. From a two-metre-high mountain of clothes – discarded items from the metropolis […]

Save our Returns will Retouren transparenter machen. Credits: Symbolbild_Pakete_C_pexels A new survey from ICSC suggests shoppers are becoming less willing to pay a premium for speed, as rising delivery expectations, return costs and fulfillment fees push value to the front of the purchase decision. Conducted online from May 13 to May 15, among a demographically representative U.S. sample of 1,000 respondents, the “Cost of Convenience” survey found that consumers increasingly see […]

Vivek Veeramani Credits: Image: XY Retail XY Retail, the retail operating system for the Armani Group and other global luxury brands, has announced Vivek Veeramani as its new vice president, ecosystem and delivery. According to the company, Veeramani will strengthen strategic partnerships, supporting its next phase of growth. "Our success depends not only on the strength of our platform but on the strength of the ecosystem around it. Vivek brings the operational discipline and partnership […]

Chanel autumn/winter 2026, Haute Couture. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - Designer Matthieu Blazy presented his second haute couture collection for the legendary French brand on Tuesday. The collection featured references to fairytales like “Jack and the Beanstalk” and historical pieces from the Chanel archive. Set against a backdrop of colourful flowers, vines and magic mirrors at the Grand Palais near the Champs-Élysées, the collection highlighted garments with direct […]

In Pictures Christelle Kocher for Leviʼs Credits: Leviʼs shot by Kayla Connors American denim brand Levi’s has debuted a collaboration with Christelle Kocher, artistic director of Maison Lemarié, during Paris Haute Couture Week, designed to showcase “a radical reinterpretation of denim”. The 10-piece collection reimagines American denim through “the lens of French couture savoir-faire,” explains Levi’s in the press release, drawing inspiration from Kocher’s […]

Iris van Herpen's 'Fractual Universe' dress for Couture autumn/winter 2026 Credits: Courtesy of Iris van Herpen. Photo by Molly S.J. Lowe In Paris, Iris van Herpen once again demonstrated that nature is an excellent starting point for fashion's most luxurious segment. She debuted 'plasma' dresses in her Sonic Starquakes collection, which is inspired by the structures of 'starquakes', or exploding supernovae. Similar to terrestrial earthquakes, stars vibrate with waves of energy travelling […]

Levi's makes its Paris couture debut with Christelle Kocher. Credits: Levi's US denim brand Levi's has unveiled a capsule collection with French designer Christelle Kocher, debuting during Haute Couture Week in Paris this July, according to a press release. The brand said it marks the first time Levi's has shown at Paris Haute Couture. The ten-look collection reworks Levi's denim icons, including the 501 jean and the Type II jacket, into couture pieces. According to the brand, signature styles […]

Whering App campaign Credits: Whering Wardrobe styling app Whering has raised 7 million US dollars in funding led by Ebay Ventures and Google AI Futures Fund, as it surpasses 10 million users globally. The London-based start-up, which launched in 2021 and was inspired by the iconic virtual wardrobe in the movie ‘Clueless,’ helps people create outfits from clothing and accessories they already own, tapping into a sustainable shift away from passive overconsumption towards more intentional […]

Tariffs. Credits: Markus Winkler / Pexels A series of escalating tariff regimes—most notably a universal 10 to 15 percent tariff implemented by the US—is triggering a massive reshuffling of global apparel sourcing. In addition, the US Trade Representative (USTR) launched a sweeping Section 301 investigation into forced labour compliance, threatening an additional 10 to 12.5 percent tariff on countries failing to strictly police their supply chains. Impacts vary on apparel manufacturing and […]

IN PICTURES Christian Dior autumn/winter 2026, Haute Couture. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - Pleating was showcased in all its splendour. Designer Jonathan Anderson celebrated pleats in his second haute couture collection for Dior, presented in Paris on Monday. The pleating technique was featured across a large part of the wardrobe proposed by the Northern Irish designer for the autumn/winter 2026-2027 season. This included everything from sculptural dresses and fluid […]

Gabriela Hearst Goodwood jockey silks Credits: Gabriela Hearst / Goodwood Goodwood Racecourse has tapped Gabriela Hearst to design the jockey silks for this year's Markel Magnolia Cup, following in the footsteps of Vivienne Westwood, Sarah Burton, Roksanda Ilincic and Mary Katrantzou. Hearst has designed 12 bespoke prints for the competitors in the annual charity race, which brings together amateur female jockeys for the Ladies Day event during Qatar Goodwood Festival. Each of the individual […]

Credits: Imagen de Paul Marchant, CEO de Primark, por cortesía de Primark. Paul Marchant, who resigned from his position as chief executive officer of Primark last year, joined George at Asda as a consultant. According to a representative of the brand, Marchant has been advising on long-term strategy for the George business "Paul is working with the George team to provide consultative support as we set out our strategy to grow the George business," a spokesperson of Asda told FashionUnited. […]

Footwear manufacturing Credits: Pexels by Fernanda Simões The British Footwear Development Trust (BFDT), a charitable organisation dedicated to supporting the UK footwear industry, has opened applications for its 2026 Education and Training Grant programme. The initiative, now in its fourth year, aims to support individuals and businesses across the UK footwear industry in accessing professional training and skills development, from entry-level learning to advanced professional development, […]

In Pictures Birkenstock x Repetto collection Credits: Birkenstock German footwear brand Birkenstock is taking on the ongoing ‘balletcore’ trend with a collaboration with heritage French footwear brand Repetto, as part of its Paris-based special projects line, Birkenstock 1774. The three-piece Birkenstock x Repetto collection will launch on July 16, and three Birkenstock styles reinterpreted through Repetto’s “refined lens,” fusing “purposeful design with the elegance of […]

Création de Mette Glawe. Credits: Maxime Monty For its 2026 edition, ESMOD Paris presents the work of 37 Bachelor Fashion Design graduates, unveiling collections that reflect distinctive creative identities, technical excellence, and thoughtful perspectives on the transformations shaping contemporary fashion and the wider creative industries. An International Stage for Tomorrow's Talent Talent Show 2026 brings together designers graduating from ESMOD's campuses in Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, […]

Matthieu Blazy at Chanel Spring Summer 2026, Haute Couture Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - Will he be inspired by a fairytale? The spotlight is on Chanel's show in Paris this Tuesday, where Matthieu Blazy will present his second haute couture collection for the legendary French brand. After debuting in January with an ode to nature, featuring sensual looks full of floral and botanical details, there is much anticipation for the Franco-Belgian designer's new collection. According to […]

Jonathan Anderson Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Without releasing a single photo, Dior earned 15 million dollars in media impact value with Taylor Swift’s wedding dress, as new data from Launchmetrics shows. The singer married NFL star Travis Kelce on July 3, wearing a custom design by Jonathan Anderson, who joined the French house as creative director in 2025. The high-profile event was held at Madison Square Garden in New York City, and flooded social media over the weekend. […]

SS27. Credits: ZENGGI Every new ZENGGI collection is the result of a careful balancing act between the past and the new, between masculine practicality and feminine refinement, between the natural and the technical, the handcrafted and the clean-lined, and between beauty and comfort. ZENGGI distils these dualities down to a subtle force field, ensuring that every garment blends seamlessly into existing wardrobes whilst simultaneously exuding that coveted ‘nowness’. For SS27, ZENGGI has […]

In pictures Schiaparelli autumn/winter 2026, Haute Couture. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - Schiaparelli opened Paris Haute Couture Week on Monday with sculptural silicone dresses and marine references. Titled “The Abyss”, Schiaparelli's collection for the autumn/winter 2026/2027 season was filled with ultra-tight corsets in synthetic materials, paired with transparent embroidered skirts or pearl-covered trousers. Schiaparelli autumn/winter 2026, Haute Couture. […]

Report Modefabriek SS27 Credits: Anna Roos van Wijngaarden With temperatures over 20 degrees and the sun regularly disappearing behind the clouds, the Hembrugterrein in Zaandam, the Netherlands, set the scene for Modefabriek on Sunday and Monday. The trade show is also celebrating its 13th anniversary this year. While buyers scoured the stands to curate their SS27 collections, many brands also made a visual statement. Summum opted for a parade-themed presentation, while Beaumont […]

William Fan's SS27 show at Berlin Fashion Week. Credits: Fashion Council Germany The commitment is slowly bearing fruit. Berlin Fashion Week concluded on Sunday evening with the final show by GmbH. The event is increasingly establishing itself as an internationally relevant fashion destination for designers and brands, as well as for buyers and the media. Even the chancellor acknowledged the industry. Almost five years ago, the Fashion Council Germany (FCG) began developing a strategy for the […]

Damson Madder sleepwear campaign. Credits: Damson Madder. Damson Madder is set to open its first permanent retail space, marking a milestone for the contemporary London label as it continues to expand beyond its direct-to-consumer roots. The new space, opening on 6 July, will be located in the Contemporary Studio on the third floor of Selfridges's Oxford Street flagship. It is also Damson Madder's largest permanent physical retail location to date and follows the brand's wholesale debut with […]

Dior, spring/summer 2026 Haute Couture show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. High fashion returned to the French capital this Monday with the start of a new edition of Paris Haute Couture Week. The event, running from Monday to Thursday, will feature the highly anticipated debuts of Pierpaolo Piccioli for Balenciaga and Duran Lantink for Jean Paul Gaultier. These are the main highlights of a schedule that is once again filled with new additions, welcome returns and notable absences. […]

Credits: Image: NYSD The New York School of Design (NYSD) and the University of New York in Prague (UNYP) are launching the Fashion Design Management Concentration, a new global academic partnership set to debut in Fall 2027. The 3.5-year program will give students dual international credentials, with a recognized Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) from UNYP and a Fashion Design Certificate from NYSD. Graduates will complete their foundation and advanced business courses in Prague […]

A festival atmosphere prevails at Taets park. In addition to buying for spring/summer 2027, visitors can choose a holiday read, dance to music and enjoy drinks. Credits: Anna Roos van Wijngaarden In pictures On July 5 and 6, retailers and brand representatives met again at Modefabriek to review the summer collections for 2027. FashionUnited captured the atmosphere at the trade fair grounds, the Taets Art and Event Park in Zaandam, the Netherlands. The atmosphere outside is lively, thanks […]

Giorgio Armani, autumn/winter 2025, ready-to-wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight “Giorgio secondo Armani, La vita oltre il successo” by Roberta Filippini will be available in bookshops from September 1, published by Marsilio Editori. The 368-page book, which includes a photographic insert, is the new authorised biography of the designer who passed away last September. “The memories and reflections that Giorgio Armani chose to entrust to the author, journalist Roberta Filippini, with […]

H&M SoHo store facade Credits: H&M H&M Group has named Henrik Kroon as its new chief commercial officer. The appointment extends what has already been a long tenure for Kroon at the Swedish fashion giant, which he first joined back in 2010. Kroon announced his new role on LinkedIn, where he said: “I’m grateful for the opportunity and look forward to working alongside our talented teams as we strengthen our business, build on the momentum we’ve created together and take […]