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Castore store in Rotterdam Credits: Castore Sportswear brand Castore has secured a 90 million pound facility with banking partners as it continues to pursue global expansion and rollout a growth strategy. The company said it would use the funding to facilitate new retail openings across the UK, as well as support growth into the Middle East and Asia. In a statement, Mark Rowan, global relationship director at HSBC UK, which was joined by BNP Paribas and Lloyds in the funding round, said: […]

Steve Madden boutique. Credits: Apparel Group LLC Steve Madden has reported an 18 percent increase in revenue for the first quarter of 2026, reaching 653.1 million dollars, supported by growth in direct-to-consumer and contributions from Kurt Geiger. Net income rose to 71.8 million dollars, compared to 40.4 million dollars in the same period last year. However, adjusted net income declined to 32.1 million dollars, reflecting higher operating costs during the quarter. Gross profit margin […]

Jeanologia's headquarters in the Paterna Technology Park, Valencia, Spain. Credits: Jeanologia. Madrid – Following its initial investment in the Valencia-based company in early 2019, US investment firm Carlyle has reportedly decided to fully divest from Jeanologia. Carlyle also holds investments in other prominent Spanish and fashion sector companies, such as Codorniu and the Italian brand Golden Goose. Jeanologia specialises in eco-efficient technological solutions for the textile industry, […]

Credits: ZENGGI As the warmth of the new season sets in, women's dressing has taken a clear new direction. The structured, fitted styles that dominated recent years are making way for something looser, lighter, and more relaxed. The tiered dress is at the center of it. Built from horizontal layers of fabric, each slightly wider than the one above, the silhouette creates natural volume and movement toward the hem. Across runways, street style, and retail floors, it is emerging as one of the […]

Salomon opens new store on Upper West Side, NYC Credits: Salomon In Pictures Salomon is opening its third store in New York City today, as the French outdoor specialist brand continues to push ahead with its growth strategy for North America. Located on the Upper West Side, near the iconic Central Park, the store spans 812 feet and features clean, modern interiors with natural elements throughout, in reference to Salomon’s mountain sports heritage. Salomon opens new store on Upper West […]

Lilly Pulitzer x Janie and Jack launch capsule collection for the family Credits: Lilly Pulitzer In Pictures Lifestyle brand Lilly Pulitzer has partnered with children's wear brand Janie and Jack to launch a limited-edition collection. The Lilly Pulitzer x Janie and Jack collection features 25 styles for children, women, and men that showcase Lilly Pulitzer's signature vibrant prints and bright colors on Janie and Jack's favored silhouettes. Uniting two iconic American brands, the collection […]

Credits: Hugo Boss To celebrate the launch of its Summer Resort 2026 selection, Boss is teaming up with Soho House for a two-week pop-up at Miami Pool House from May 1-14, transforming it into Boss Summer Club: an unmissable poolside destination. This will include event activations throughout May across music, wellness, and dining and followed by events at Soho Beach House Miami. Located on the border of Wynwood and Edgewater, a design district known for its galleries, museums and street art, […]

Bestseller invest 3 million dollars to the Regenerative Fund for Nature Credits: Whitney Hassett Danish fashion conglomerate Bestseller has announced it is investing 3 million US dollars in the Regenerative Fund for Nature to support regenerative agriculture projects in South Africa’s Eastern Cape. The funds will be used to support local sheep farmers and shepherds, aiding them with land regeneration and enhancing overall living conditions in South Africa. The Regenerative Fund for Nature […]

Shein pop-up in Dijon. Credits: ARNAUD FINISTRE / AFP An Ireland-based watchdog has launched an investigation into Infinite Styles Services Co. Ltd., the Irish arm of Shein, over concerns of its handling of EU customer data. The Data Protection Commission (DPC) has opened the investigation under the Data Protection Act 2018, and has said it will examine how Shein Ireland transfers personal data of EU and EEA users to China. The DPC will assess whether the company complies with key requirements […]

Credits: Yours Clothing As summer dressing shifts towards ease and wearability, customer reviews from Yours Clothing reveal that shoppers are placing increasing importance on how clothes feel, fit and function in real life - particularly when it comes to finding styles that work across different body types and occasions. Rather than chasing trends, customers are consistently highlighting comfort, quality and versatility as the deciding factors in their purchases - particularly across key […]

Exterior of the Primark store at number 8 Calle del Conde de Peñalver in Madrid, Spain. Credits: Primark. Madrid – As part of its sustained commitment to the Spanish and Portuguese markets, Primark's management for Iberia has just announced an investment of over 85 million euros (100 million dollars) in its businesses in both countries. These funds will be used for the refurbishment of part of its current store portfolio and for the opening of new establishments. For Spain, this move also […]

Kapten & Son backpack Credits: Kapten & Son German lifestyle brand Kapten & Son, known for its minimalistic and functional backpacks and travel essentials, is strengthening its UK presence with its first dedicated fulfilment operation in the country to bypass post-Brexit friction and accelerate growth in the region. In a statement, the European premium brand said the logistics investment reflects the brand’s rapid UK growth and its ambition to become the go-to backpack brand for […]

Amazon US distribution centre. Credits: Unsplash Amazon announced Tuesday it would invest more than 15 billion euros (18 billion dollars) in France over the next three years, creating more than 7,000 jobs, according to a statement sent to AFP. The investment would support the construction of new logistics sites, the development of cloud and artificial intelligence capabilities, and consolidation of existing networks, Amazon stated. It marks the online retail giant's largest investment in […]

Leeds, UK, shopping street. Credits: Unsplash The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has called on the UK government to act on rising domestic cost pressures, as new polling shows growing concern among consumers over the impact of the Middle East conflict on prices. Research commissioned by the BRC found that 80 percent of people are worried the conflict will lead to higher food prices, while 73 percent expect the cost of other products to rise. Concern is also mounting around household energy […]

Greg Owens, vice president of international enterprise sales at Pinterest Credits: Pinterest Pinterest, the visual discovery engine, has appointed former X (Twitter) executive Greg Owens as vice president of international enterprise sales to drive global growth across EMEA, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Based in Dublin, Owens will report to Lee Brown, Pinterest’s chief business officer, who joined earlier this year to oversee the company’s global monetisation strategy. Owen has been […]

Thom Browne campaign imagery. Credits: Thom Browne. A long-running trademark dispute between Adidas and Thom Browne has moved closer to a conclusion, after a US appeals court upheld an earlier ruling in favour of the luxury label. In a decision issued on April 29, the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit confirmed that the case would not be reopened, backing a 2023 jury verdict which found Thom Browne not liable for trademark infringement. The case began in 2021, when Adidas accused […]

Ted Baker ‘Bringing the Light’ campaign Credits: Ted Baker Ted Baker has opened a new boutique shop-in-shop within Selfridges Manchester Trafford, as it continues to expand across premium retail destinations. The retail space has been conceived as a ‘Townhouse’ concept, stepping away from the traditional shop-in-shop and reimagining retail as a walk-in wardrobe to reflect the British summer social calendar. The immersive, summer-ready experience has been designed as a “curated […]

Ashley Randolph, VP and chief accounting officer, Genesco Credits: Business Wire US footwear group Genesco has announced the appointment of Ashley Randolph as vice president and chief accounting officer, effective May 5, 2026. Randolph, a 20-year veteran of the company, most recently served as vice president and corporate controller, a position she has held since 2024. In her new capacity, Randolph will oversee the accounting operations, financial controls, and compliance for the group. Her […]

Claudia Jessie, aka Eloise Bridgerton, Bridgerton Chronicles Credits: Pandora Danish jewellery brand Pandora has reported organic growth of 2 percent for the first quarter of 2026, a result comprised of flat like-for-like (LFL) growth and a 2 percent contribution from network expansion. Despite significant external headwinds, the group maintained solid profitability. Performance varied across geographical regions, with LFL growth in North America ending at -2 percent as consumer sentiment […]

Mike Maloney, global general manager of Wolverine, and Ryan Drew, chief product officer of the Work Group. Credits: Wolverine World Wide. Global footwear specialist Wolverine World Wide (WWW) has made a number of new leadership appointments as part of efforts to bolster product innovation and international growth. Mike Maloney has been promoted to the newly created role of global general manager for the Wolverine brand, a position within the company’s Work Group, which also consists of […]

ModaXpress website May 2026 Credits: ModaXpress ModaXpress, the women’s fashion brand and e-commerce retailer that specialises in curve-enhancing apparel and is known for its Colombian-style butt lift jeans, is rebranding with a fresh identity, upgraded e-commerce platform, and expanded product strategy to mark its 20th anniversary. In a statement, ModaXpress said the rebrand will focus on "evolution, not revolution," designed to modernise the company's identity while maintaining its core […]

Ludivine Poiblanc, new artistic director of A.P.C. Credits: A.P.C. A.P.C. is making a fresh start. The French ready-to-wear brand announced this Wednesday the appointment of Ludivine Poiblanc as artistic director. Her first collections will be presented on May 20 at the Milan showroom, and then on June 15 in Paris on Rue Madame. Career of an influential voice in styling Based between Paris and New York, Ludivine Poiblanc has collaborated with publications such as WSJ Magazine, Vanity Fair, […]

Alohas store at 260 Elizabeth St., New York (United States). Credits: Alohas. Madrid – Following a 2025 marked by its decisive international offensive, the Spanish footwear brand Alohas continues on the same path of growth and expansion in 2026. It has inaugurated two new permanent stores in the United States. The brand, founded by Alejandro Porras, entered this market exactly one year ago and now operates with three physical points of sale in addition to its online channel. Following the […]

The K-Way store on Corso Garibaldi, Milan Credits: K-Way Carl Davies is set to leave the helm of Perry Ellis Europe after six years to join Turin-based BasicNet Group as country manager for the UK, according to a report by UK newspaper Drapers and confirmed by BasicNet Group to FashionUnited. Davies, who will join BasicNet on June 16, the media outlet revealed, has led Perry Ellis Europe, which owns brands such as Original Penguin and Farah, since 2020. "Carl has solid experience in the […]

Authentic London headquarters. Credits: Authentic. Jamie Salter, the chief executive of Authentic Brands Group, has said the company is planning to go public soon as it outpaces its five-year goal of achieving 100 billion dollars in sales. Speaking at the Reuters Momentum AI event, Salter said the target will be reached quicker if “we pull off the deals that we’re currently working on”, which could ultimately result in over 50 billion dollars in sales by the end of the year. Salter […]

Skechers introduceert Skechers AERO Razor™. Credits: Skechers Rising prices and a strengthening in the performance segment delivered “modest” growth across the US footwear industry in the first quarter of 2026. Circana’s Retail Tracking Service data show that total US footwear sales increased by 1 percent in Q1 versus the same period last year, while overall units sold declined, and higher average selling prices (ASP) continued to support topline revenue. The data adds that styles […]

‘The Wizard of Oz x Marc Jacobs’ collection campaign Credits: Marc Jacobs The plan, which was already announced in July 2025, now seems to be taking shape. American label Marc Jacobs could soon no longer be part of the LVMH group's portfolio. According to a report by the Financial Times, LVMH is considering the sale of the fashion brand, as well as cosmetics and alcoholic beverage brands, as part of a major restructuring. In addition to the Marc Jacobs label, LVMH is considering selling […]

Pandora Lab-Grown Diamond collection campaign starring Pamela Anderson, Pandora’s global brand ambassador Credits: Pandora Danish jewellery brand Pandora is adding a new level of transparency to its Lab‑Grown Diamonds collection by adding the carbon footprint, alongside the traditional measures of cut, colour, clarity and carat. Pandora is calling the carbon footprint labelling the “fifth C” in reference to cut, colour, clarity and carat, and will share the information on its website. […]

Credits: Source Fashion As fashion brands and retailers navigate an increasingly complex landscape shaped by geopolitical disruption, ongoing supply chain challenges, evolving trade tensions and regulatory uncertainty, alongside shifting consumer demand, understanding what truly matters to buyers has never been more critical. For its July 2026 edition, Source Fashion is placing these challenges at the centre of its content agenda, using new industry insights and advisory board input to shape a […]

Credits: Nike Led by Virgil van Dijk, Sam Kerr, and Hwang Hee-chan, Nike Vision Introduces Zeus Rise and Radeon, Blurring the Lines Between Elite Performance and Stadium Style. Today, Nike Vision disrupts the eyewear landscape by unveiling its first-ever dedicated brand campaign tailored to the world of football. This high-octane global initiative, set to saturate the culture ahead of this summer’s massive global tournaments, establishes Nike Vision as the definitive lens through which the […]

Credit: Shift Dutch fashion trade show Shift will not be entering the German market this year after all. The event, which was previously moved from late June to early July, has now been postponed to January 2027. The organisation announced the decision in a press release. “This decision was made to allow for a more structured build-up phase and to further strengthen the foundation of the format. Although the overall response from brands and retailers in the German-speaking market has been […]

Next Fosse Park store. Credits: Next PLC. British clothing retailer Next has increased its full year profit guidance to 1.21 billion pounds after full price sales in the first quarter exceeded internal forecasts. Total full price sales for the 13 weeks to May 2, 2026, rose 6.2 percent compared to the previous year, surpassing the 4 percent growth initially anticipated by the group. This overachievement represented 28 million pounds in additional sales, contributing 8 million pounds to the […]

ThredUp rebrand imagery. Credits: ThredUp. US resale platform ThredUp has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, reporting revenue of 81.70 million dollars. This represents a 15 percent increase year-over-year (YoY) as the company achieved a record month for new buyer acquisition. Gross profit for the period totaled 64.70 million dollars, also reflecting a 15 percent increase compared to the same quarter in the previous year. The company maintained a […]

Zalando's headquarters in Berlin Image: Zalando SE Berlin-based online fashion retailer Zalando SE has closed the first quarter of the 2026 financial year with a significant increase in revenue and operating profit, as expected. However, negative one-off effects resulted in a significant net loss. In light of the current results, published on Wednesday, the management maintained its annual forecasts. In the period from January to March, group revenue amounted to just under three billion euros. […]

Belstaff Credits: Belstaff Kerry Byrne, chief executive officer (CEO) of British luxury brand Belstaff, has announced her departure from the business. Byrne, who has spent over five years at the London-based label, shared the update via LinkedIn, noting she is ready to begin a new chapter after leading the company through a period of significant structural change. Strategic refocus and financial performance During her tenure, Byrne navigated a volatile retail landscape characterized by […]

Interview Tiffany Hsu, chief buying officer at Mytheresa Credits: Mytheresa Fashion Weeks in the major fashion capitals concluded a few weeks ago, giving the industry time to process a surprisingly quiet season. In conversation with FashionUnited, Tiffany Hsu, chief buying officer at Mytheresa, reflects on the autumn/winter 2026 season. She explains which trends, collections and runway moments are particularly relevant for Mytheresa. She also offers insights into how these developments […]

How can fashion companies make brands machine-readable in the age of AI? Credits: Branislav Rodman via Unsplash. Commentary Fashion has always been about seduction, desire, belonging and differentiation. Aura, as people much younger than me call it. We covet a look, a feeling, a style, a lifestyle. This desire is triggered by inspiring people on social media, catwalks, in pop culture, advertising and within our circle of friends. The sources of this desire have always been diverse. They range […]

Hundreds of hours of work went into Iris van Herpen's Airo Dress. Credits: Iris van Herpen Amsterdam - At the Met Gala, where 42 million dollars were raised for the Costume Institute last night, ten million more than last year, attention is also a prize. During the 76th edition, designer Iris van Herpen and artist duo A.A. Murakami emerged as winners. In New York, they unveiled the 'Airo Dress' worn by muse and athlete Eileen Gu, one of the guests at the fashion ball. The freestyle skier made […]

Image: Dieter Schütz / pixelio.de Berlin - The economic crisis is having serious, and for many, existential consequences for companies in Western Europe. According to the credit agency Creditreform, the number of corporate insolvencies rose last year to its highest level since records began in 2002. In 2025, a total of 197,610 insolvencies were recorded, an increase of 4.8 percent year-over-year. This marked the fourth consecutive increase. “The crisis is not just cyclical, it is […]

Marine Serre x Louvre Museum Credits: Marine Serre Paris - French fashion designer Marine Serre has created an exclusive autumn/winter 2026 capsule collection for the Louvre Museum. Inspired by the Mona Lisa painting, the creative concept is based on upcycling. Marine Serre first met the museum's team and initiated this collaboration during the inaugural Louvre dinner in 2025, where she was a guest. On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, after forgoing a traditional runway show for her autumn/winter […]

Elie Saab autumn/winter 26 Credits: Launchmetrics/spotlight Marche-based company Elisabet has signed a licensing agreement with Elie Saab for the design, production and worldwide distribution of a girl's footwear line, debuting with the spring/summer 2027 collection. “This partnership reflects a clear strategic desire to develop and expand the childrenswear category, strengthening Elie Saab Kids as a complete lifestyle proposition, including footwear. The agreement supports our long-term […]

Le Coq Sportif store Credits: Le Coq Sportif French sportswear brand Le Coq Sportif has decided to close its Spanish operations after its subsidiary in the country filed for bankruptcy. According to Modaes, the Spanish company has liabilities of around 2.5 million euros (2.69 million dollars), which has led to the cessation of its direct activities in the market. The closure affects a workforce of around 25 employees, who are part of a collective redundancy plan. The brand, which previously […]

In Pictures Khy ‘Born in LA’ collection Credits: Khy Khy, the fashion label founded by Kylie Jenner in 2023, is evolving from its collaboration model into a “wardrobe-first” fashion brand under a new design vision centred around “design, material and method”. In a statement, Jenner said her eponymous brand will shift beyond seasonal drops, such as latex pieces with London-based Poster Girl, corseted dresses from Dilara Fındıkoğlu, and sculptural puffer jackets with Entire […]

The Escapement campaign Credits: The Escapement A new global platform for horology called The Escapement is being launched “for collectors, by collectors,” with the inaugural event in November positioning Abu Dhabi as “a new global capital for collectable watch culture”. Taking place from November 20 to 22 in Abu Dhabi, The Escapement is moving beyond the traditional trade show format to create a cultural destination for watch enthusiasts, by bringing together collectors, […]

Credits: Future Fabrics Expo Future Fabrics Expo (FFE) is the largest showcase dedicated exclusively to sourcing sustainable, best practice, and certified materials for fashion, footwear, home, interiors and lifestyle products. Set on 3300m2, FFE combines sourcing and education to equip visitors from fashion, interiors and the creative industries with material solutions, knowledge and tools to drive positive change. This year, FFE will be running alongside the Textiles Recycling Expo in […]

Amazon Services Credits: Amazon Amazon announced on Monday the launch of a logistics service independent of its e-commerce platform, a move set to shake up the major players in the sector. Having initially relied on transport and delivery specialists, Amazon has gradually developed its own supply chain since the mid-2000s to better control its costs. Today, the Seattle-based group owns a fleet of tens of thousands of vans, more than 80,000 truck trailers and 100 cargo planes. It also controls […]

Julie Robinson, brand and growth director at Ducie Credits: Ducie LinkedIn London-based luxury fashion label Ducie, known for its high-end outerwear, has appointed former Perfect Moment executive Julie Robinson as brand and growth director. In a statement on LinkedIn, Ducie said that Robinson will work closely with founder Ducie Keam-George to accelerate growth, strengthen global positioning and expand opportunities for the brand across digital, wholesale and partnerships. Robinson, who was […]

NN.07 pre-fall 2026 campaign Credits: NN.07 Copenhagen-based menswear brand NN.07 has reported a “strong” 2025, as the momentum it has built over the past years continues to show across all markets. In a statement, NN.07 said sales increased by 18 percent in 2025, compared to 2024, while adjusted EBITDA came in at 7 million euros, despite what it calls a “demanding cost environment” and its continued investments in international expansion. Anders Rahr, chief executive of NN.07, said: […]

In Pictures Falconeri Madison Avenue, New York City flagship Credits: Falconeri Italian fashion house Falconeri has opened a 2,000-square-foot flagship in New York City as it continues to drive its “Cashmere Revolution” expansion strategy across the US. Located at 764 Madison Avenue in New York City's Upper East Side, the flagship marks the second of Falconeri's new store concept in the US, shifting toward more immersive, tactile brick-and-mortar experiences, as it looks to […]

A Boss store in Tokyo Image: Hugo Boss AG The Metzingen-based fashion group Hugo Boss AG suffered significant declines in sales and profit in the first quarter of the 2026 financial year. Management attributed this to the challenging environment and the “targeted refocusing of brands and distribution channels” as part of its ongoing ‘Claim 5 Touchdown’ reform programme. The results, which the company published on Tuesday, were nevertheless above analysts' expectations. “Following […]

Fred Gregarek, European sales director for footwear and gear at CMP Credits: CMP Italian outdoor brand CMP, part of the F.lli Campagnolo group, has named Fred Gregarek as its European sales director for footwear and gear to expand its international reach. Gregarek, who has experience in international sales in the footwear, outdoor, and accessories markets, has been brought on to expand CMP’s presence in Europe and will be responsible for sales throughout the region, excluding the Italian […]

Credits: Clean Clothes Campaign Clean Clothes Campaign (CCC) and a coalition of 234 organisations across Europe and Asia have launched the Fashioning a Just Transition Manifesto on May 1, calling for systemic change across the global fashion industry. The manifesto outlines a vision for a “just fashion system” that prioritises workers’ rights, environmental protection and equitable economic structures. Developed in collaboration with young people, garment workers and advocacy groups, the […]

Marta Ortega and Carlos Torretta attending the 2026 Met Gala on May 4 in New York (United States). Credits: Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for The Met Museum/Vogue/AFP. Madrid – On the afternoon of Monday, May 4, 2026, East Coast time, the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York was doubly celebrating the opening of its traditional spring fashion exhibition. The show is organised by its clothing department. Its opening was once again preceded by the annual charity gala for the benefit of […]

Doris and Don Fisher, co-founders of Gap Inc. Credits: Gap Inc. Doris Fisher, who co-founded the American ready-to-wear brand Gap with her husband in 1969, died on Saturday. She revolutionised the way clothing was sold. Doris Fisher “passed away peacefully in San Francisco, surrounded by her family, at the age of 94,” the group said in a statement on Monday. It added that she is survived by three children, ten grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. The Stanford graduate founded The Gap […]

Campagne PE26 7 For All Mankind's avec Chloë Sevigny Credits: Photo by Brianna Capozzi. Chloë Sevigny, long revered as fashion's quintessential insider, sits down with Harper's Bazaar for this episode of 'The Good Buy.' The May cover star—actress, model, and eternal style icon—delves into her deeply personal relationship with fashion, covering everything from her lifelong passion for vintage shopping to her skill for discovering emerging designers. She discusses the narrative behind her […]

Credits: FALCONERI With “The Club”, Falconeri reimagines the world of sports clubs through a selection of garments designed for a dynamic, outdoor lifestyle. Coinciding with main international tennis events, the brand celebrates the warmer months with a selection of versatile, contemporary pieces made for an active lifestyle, where breathable fibres, elegance and freedom of movement come together in perfect harmony. Credits: FALCONERI Clean lines and natural materials define a […]

Sabrina Carpenter wearing Chopard at Met Gala, March 2026 Credits: Chopard. The brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and style -- led by Beyonce, Madonna and Nicole Kidman -- hit the red carpet Monday for the Met Gala, the Manhattan charity ball that doubles as fashion's biggest night. The A-listers were asked to dress for the theme "Fashion is Art," which dovetails with the exhibit "Costume Art" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute. And while not everyone followed the […]

Saks Fifth Avenue at Beverly Hills Credits: Saks Global press centre US luxury retail company Saks Global has received approval from the US Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Texas for the disclosure statement accompanying its plan of reorganization. This milestone allows the group to begin soliciting votes on the Plan and maintains its trajectory to emerge from chapter 11 this summer. The Plan is backed by a framework agreed upon with capital partners and the Unsecured Creditors’ […]

Andreas Christian von der Heide, co-founder of Les Deux Credits: Les Deux CEO profile In the bustling hub of the Les Deux headquarters—what Andreas Christian von der Heide calls his 'playground'—two worlds quietly meet. On his desk lies a green Moleskine, filled with fragments of ideas. But beneath this creative instinct of a man who built a brand now spanning 150 employees across multiple markets from a single white t-shirt, runs the unmistakable shadow of a soldier. To frame Andreas […]

Alessandro Maria Ferreri, founder of The Style Gate Credits: The Style Gate Interview After a period of post-pandemic euphoria driven by a thirst for 'revenge' spending, the luxury industry is now facing a reality check. Caught between price inflation disconnected from product value and a structural creativity crisis, high-fashion houses are at a crossroads. Alessandro Maria Ferreri, founder of The Style Gate and an engineer by training who has worked with major fashion houses, analyses the […]

In Pictures Marimekko and Casetify collab. Credits: Marimekko and Casetify Finnish lifestyle design house Marimekko and Hong Kong-based tech accessory brand Casetify have announced a collaborative collection set to launch on May 18, 2026. The partnership integrates the heritage of Finnish printmaking with a range of modern lifestyle accessories. The assortment features four distinct Marimekko prints, highlighting the brand’s long-standing history with floral motifs. The selection […]

The historic Luisa Via Roma store in Florence Credits: LuisaViaRoma The dispute surrounding Luisa Via Roma may be reaching a turning point. A meeting held on Thursday in the Tuscany region to address the conflict at the Florentine fashion company concluded satisfactorily. New owners commit to taking on entire Luisa Via Roma workforce “The most important news is that representatives of the investors were at the negotiating table for the first time. This is the new company that will make an […]

Linda Li Credits: SMCP French accessible luxury group SMCP has announced the appointment of Linda Li as president and chief executive officer (CEO) for North America. Li succeeds Ida Simonsen, who has decided to depart the company to pursue other opportunities. The group expressed its gratitude to Simonsen for her contributions to the development of North American operations during her tenure. As part of her new role, Li will also join the executive committee of SMCP. This leadership […]

Credits: Circular Textile Days The organizers of Circular Textile Days (CTD) have opened registration for the 2026 edition, unveiling a restructured event format designed to bridge the gap between innovation and commercial scale. Scheduled for September 30 and October 1, 2026, the event moves to a new location with a strategy focused on quality over quantity. This year’s roadmap signals a shift toward curated networking and legislative preparedness, reflecting the tightening circularity […]

Calvin Klein revient à la Fashion Week de New York. Credits: Courtesy/Calvin Klein FW23 Calvin Klein's fashion in the '90s championed clean lines, neutral color palettes—dominated by black, white, gray, and beige—and simple silhouettes. This emphasis on minimalism stripped away ornamentation, placing the focus instead on the quality of the fabric, the cut of the garment, and the wearer's natural form. Key pieces included slip dresses, tailored suiting, simple T-shirts, and the iconic […]

Zalando's headquarters in Berlin Bild: Zalando SE Online retailer Zalando is set to present its figures for the first quarter this Wednesday, May 6. What the company expects: Zalando has set its sights on increased revenue and profit for 2026, also leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI). For the current year, management is targeting growth in Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) and revenue of 12 to 17 percent. Adjusted earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) is expected to increase to between […]

Devil wears Prada film poster Credits: The 20th Century Studios "The Devil Wears Prada 2" debuted atop the North American box office this weekend, industry estimates showed Sunday, 20 years after the hit original took audiences inside the cutthroat world of haute couture. The sequel sees Anne Hathaway's character return to work under tyrannical editor Miranda Priestly, portrayed again by Meryl Streep, as their fashion magazine faces an existential crisis. Stanley Tucci and Emily Blunt also […]

Gentle Monster x SKP in Beijing Credits: Gentle Monster Last week at the World Retail Congress (WRC), top executives from major brands and experts have been intensively discussing the future of retail. The influence of artificial intelligence on the industry was a particularly prominent topic. The agenda in Berlin also included a look at the year's “coolest stores”. “The current discussion in retail is really exciting. After years where caution was understandable and consolidation […]

Credits: Williot. The Spanish menswear brand Williot has closed the 2025 financial year with a turnover exceeding 2.5 million euros, representing a growth of +25 percent compared to the previous year. This progress confirms the consistency of a business model that has successfully scaled while maintaining its strategic focus on growth without sacrificing brand coherence. After reaching two million euros in 2024, the company is approaching 2026 with a turnover forecast of around 3.5 million […]

Credits: Bleckmann The remarkable expansion of the second-hand fashion market is not just a matter of numbers – it is being shaped by powerful cultural, economic, technological and regulatory currents. Understanding these drivers is crucial to appreciating why resale has become such a defining force in global fashion. Credits: Bleckmann Environmental sustainability and circularity Environmental awareness is one of the strongest underpinnings of resale’s growth. Life-cycle […]

Chanel cruise 2027 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The little black dress, an enduring icon of effortless elegance and sophistication, continues its vibrant reinvention season after season. It remains a foundational piece, but its current iteration is defined by a bold and dynamic fluidity that transcends traditional boundaries. This collection, in particular, speaks to a spirit of duality and movement. Both a signature and a manifesto of the house's distinct aesthetic, the iconic double C […]

Credits: GAS Gas announces the appointment of Romolo D’Orazio as General Manager, at a strategic and pivotal moment in the evolution of the Italian brand, long recognized for its strong denim heritage. A manager with over twenty-five years of international experience in the fashion and lifestyle sectors, D’Orazio brings to Gas a solid and cross-functional vision, developed through the growth, repositioning, and management of brands across fashion, denim, and accessories. He holds a degree […]

Credits: ETRO Etro presents its new collaboration with Globe-Trotter, the historic British house synonymous with world-class luxury luggage. Together, the two brands engage in a creative dialogue that celebrates travel as an authentic, immersive, and boundless experience - a core value that has guided Etro’s nomadic spirit and multicultural explorations from the very beginning. The luggage crafted with Globe-Trotter integrates flawlessly into the brand’s lifestyle universe, symbolising the […]

Credits: Vivobarefoot VivoBiome presents new groundbreaking scan-to-print footwear the VivoBiome Tabi Gen 02 in Partnership with Carbon a next-gen leader in advanced digital manufacturing. Vivobarefoot unveils VivoBiome Tabi Gen 02, the next evolution of its groundbreaking scan-to-print footwear - and a bold reinvention of the humble flip-flop that fits your feet. Credits: Vivobarefoot Lighter, more flexible and more comfortable, Tabi Gen 02 builds on the original with improved fit and […]

Credits: Courtesy of Denim Première Vision. © Andy Rumball. Denim lamé Denim Première Vision will return to Milan’s Superstudio Più on May 20 and 21, 2026, marking the ninth Milan edition of the international denim trade event. Held under the patronage of the Municipality of Milan, the show will bring together more than 60 exhibitors from across the global denim supply chain, with strong participation from Italy and Japan. For fashion educators, this year’s edition places particular […]

Credits: Harlem's fashion row Harlem's Fashion Row and H&M hosted the 2026 Sustainability Forum on Earth Day, bringing together designers, executives and sustainability advocates to discuss how environmental goals and inclusion can shape the future of fashion. Held on April 22, the event focused on sustainability as both an ecological and social issue. Opening remarks from Brandice Daniel emphasised that progress depends on intention, continuous improvement and ensuring underrepresented […]

Credits: Clean Clothes Campaign On May 1st, the Clean Clothes Campaign (CCC), together with its allies, officially launched the Fashioning a Just Transition Manifesto—a powerful collective call to transform the global fashion industry. The manifesto has already been endorsed by 234 organisations across Europe and Asia, signalling growing momentum behind a movement to reshape fashion into a system that prioritises people, planet, and justice over profit. A Vision Beyond Profit At its core, […]

eBay Berlin Credits: Courtesy eBay US video game retailer GameStop made a takeover bid on Sunday to buy eBay for about $55.5 billion in an attempt to turn the online marketplace into a competitor to e-commerce giant Amazon. Gamestop is offering $125 per share in a combination of stock and cash, a 46 percent premium over the average stock price since it began acquiring shares in eBay on February 4, it said in a release. "EBay should be worth - and will be worth - a lot more money," GameStop […]

Credits: A fish named Fred Wedding season is on the way, and with it comes a familiar challenge: travelling with a suit that hopefully still looks like a suit when you arrive. Anyone who has ever packed formalwear knows the feeling, you fold it neatly, place it carefully in your bag… and somehow it still comes out looking like it’s been on its own little adventure. That’s exactly where Fred’s Threads makes all the difference. This sublabel is designed for men who want to look sharp […]

Voices of retail Mathilde Robard, sales advisor at Centre Commercial. Credits: Centre Commercial If one job in fashion reigns supreme with emotional intelligence, this is it. Far from the clichés, sales advisors embody the most vibrant and perhaps the most human face of this vast industry. To create a multifaceted portrait of this hands-on profession, FashionUnited spoke with those who view sales as an opportunity for fulfilment and specialised expertise. Following our conversation […]

In Pictures Credits: FW26 Outerwear ©Launchmetrics/spotlight In a digital-first age, the physical sensation of touch has never been more important. For the Fall/Winter 2026 season, designers are responding by prioritizing tactile, textured fabrics for outerwear. Embracing a broader folkloric trend, many of this season's coats feature artisanal, hand-crafted patchwork designs that blend various contrasting or complementary materials. Dense faux fur for coats trended this season, […]

Credits: A close-up view of a judge's gavel on a desk, symbolizing justice and law. Credits: Pexels The co-founder of British fashion brand Superdry, James Holder, was convicted of rape Friday by a court in southwest England. Holder was one of the co-founders of Superdry in 2003. The streetwear brand was delisted from the London Stock Exchange in 2024 after announcing a drop in sales and has rebranded as Superdry & Co. A jury found Holder, 54, guilty of raping a woman in 2022 after meeting […]

Interview Bluefaced Leicester sheep. Credits: Pexels. British wool, despite a history spanning over 2,000 years, has been facing a perception problem. The raw material, once considered a definitive factor in shaping the UK’s economy, with roots in rural tradition, has in the modern day been regularly dismissed as a low-value, ‘throwaway’ product. Further structural complexities spanning misidentification to lack of production knowledge have created barriers in restoring this […]

I Love Boosters will be released on May 22 in the US. Pictured is Keke Palmer who plays CorvetteCredits: Courtesy of Neon The film set to steal the spotlight from the ever-popular The Devil Wears Prada 2 will debut in the US on May 22. The 105-minute film, titled I Love Boosters (professional shoplifters), stars Oscar-nominated Demi Moore. The actress plays a prominent fashion figure targeted by the Velvet Gang, a band of shoplifters who steal from luxury stores and rob luxury designers. In […]

World Retail Congress Berlin 2026 Credits: Florian Müller for FashionUnited At the World Retail Congress (WRC), a look at current developments in fashion retail – between artificial intelligence (AI) and consumer pressure – revealed that the rules of the game are noticeably shifting. The decisive factor is how companies react and what priorities they derive from this. Before discussions on the WRC stages this week turned to Agentic AI, retail media, new platform logics and the outlook to […]

Credits: FashionUnited AI The UK retail sector finally emerged from a month-long chill this week, as total like-for-like (LFL) sales jumped by +4.42%. Driven by a shift in weather and a renewed appetite for physical shopping, the results represent a significant turnaround from the -3.65% decline recorded during the same week last year. For the first time in over a month, growth was synchronized across all channels and categories. The fashion sector played a role in this recovery, with total […]

In Pictures Frame collection by Alexandra Leclerc campaign Credits: Frame photographed by Robin Galiegue, and directed by Vincent Catel Fashion and denim brand Frame has unveiled a collaborative collection with Alexandra Leclerc, the wife of Formula 1 Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc. In a statement, Frame describes Leclerc as both a collaborator and a muse for this 21-piece collection, which draws inspiration from the “quiet glamour and cinematic allure of Monaco,” to offer a complete […]

In Pictures Charles Tyrwhitt Chicago flagship Credits: Charles Tyrwhitt British menswear brand Charles Tyrwhitt continues to drive US growth with the opening of a new flagship store in Chicago, US, offering a new, larger, immersive retail experience designed to celebrate the brand’s “craftsmanship, timeless tailoring, and modern versatility”. The 2,278 square foot flagship, located at 625 N. Michigan Ave., along the city’s “Magnificent Mile,” marks the brand’s second store […]

Fashion SVP Designer of the Year Awards participants. Credits: Fashion SVP. The 2026 edition of Fashion SVP wrapped up at Olympia London yesterday with strong attendance from buyers, brands and manufacturers reported, alongside a continued focus on education and emerging talent. A key feature of the event was the Designer of the Year Awards, an initiative recognising fashion students from across the UK. The judging panel was led by former BFC chairman Harold Tillman, with the award presented […]

Fashion District Credits: Fashion District Fashion innovation hub, Fashion District at London College of Fashion, UAL, is partnering with SXSW London, the business, technology and creativity festival, to host a next-gen designer showcase at Spitalfields Market. The showcase on June 2, curated by stylist Kim Howells, will invite audiences beyond the fashion industry into a democratic space “where new models of sustainability, production and digital interaction are explored in real time”. […]

Claire's Les Ateliers Gaite, Paris Credits: Riccardo Milani / Hans Lucas via AFP Just days after the closure of its UK and Ireland store estate, the French operator of Claire’s European business has announced plans to potentially bring the jewellery chain back to the region’s high streets. Julien Jarjoura, who oversees the company’s 240 stores in Spain, France, Austria, and Portugal, told the Guardian that he was aiming to reopen four to 10 stores a week starting June after receiving […]

Alexandre Mattiussi, founder and creative director of Ami Paris, and Lisa Baldzicki, President, Disney Consumer Products Credits: Disney Consumer Products by Sofi Adams Disney has announced a multi-year creative partnership with Condé Nast-owned magazine Vogue to spotlight Mickey Mouse ahead of the iconic character’s 100th anniversary. The ‘Visionary Designer Initiative’ has been created to invite designers, known for “boundary-pushing aesthetics, cultural impact,” to explore […]

Solbari campaign Credits: Solbari Australian sun protection apparel brand Solbari, known for its UPF 50+ clothing, sun hats and accessories, has launched a wholesale business in the US and appointed Grayson Davis as head of sales in the region to lead its retail growth strategy. In a statement, Melbourne-founded Solbari said the move marks an expansion beyond its direct-to-consumer model into speciality outdoor retail distribution in response to growing demand for certified daily sun-safe […]

Credits: Saks. Saks Global is cutting its corporate headcount by 16 percent amid the continued rollout of a restructuring plan designed to optimise the luxury retailer’s footprint. Company officials confirmed the news to WWD, which reported that around 640 workers will be impacted, reflecting 4 percent of Saks Global’s total workforce. The layoffs will not involve staff at stores, distribution centres and other facilities. The company did state that some members of its senior level […]

Phoebe Philo Credits: PATRICK KOVARIK / AFP Opinion For decades, fashion has mythologised youth. From freshly graduated designers launching labels straight out of Central Saint Martins to digital-native founders scaling brands overnight, the industry has long equated innovation with immediacy. Yet a quieter shift is underway—one that favours experience, patience and long-term thinking over speed. A new generation of “older” entrepreneurs—often in their forties, fifties and beyond—is […]

Tommy Hilfiger store. Credits: PVH / Tommy Hilfiger PVH Foundation, the philanthropic arm of global brand management firm PVH, has committed 10 million dollars to a new programme designed to uplift and support next generation talent. Set to run through 2030, ‘Runway Ahead’ will focus on facilitating mentorship opportunities, financial aid, and industry access for emerging designers and students. The investment was described by PVH’s CEO Stefan Larsson as a “responsibility” of the […]

In pictures Gucci Storia Credits: Gucci Demna Gvasalia is rewriting Gucci's history in a “museum of museums”. As part of a new exhibition, the creative director of the Florentine brand tells the house's story not as a linear chronicle, but as a multifaceted reinterpretation blending the present and memory. With the “Gucci Storia” exhibition at Palazzo Gucci, he is creating a “museum of museums”, Gucci announced on Wednesday. He is relying on a concept that is less about […]

Mary Portas,. Credits: ICAS. Retail consultant and broadcaster Mary Portas is set to launch a development programme for leaders in the British Retail Consortium (BRC) to urge the adoption of community engagement within the sector. Set to open in June, the BRC Leaders Summer School will focus on the divisive nature of retail, namely the contrast between companies competing on price and operational efficiency and those building cultural relevance through community and purpose. It's the latter […]

Credits: Tiffany & Co. In celebration of today’s worldwide theatrical release of The Devil Wears Prada 2, Tiffany & Co. reveals its multifaceted collaboration with 20th Century Studios. Now playing in theaters, the House’s jewelry designs and Via Montenapoleone flagship store are showcased in the film. Credits: Tiffany & Co. Filmed on location in October 2025, the sequence was shot at Tiffany & Co.’s Via Montenapoleone flagship, selected by director David Frankel […]

Credits: Eckhaus Latta Mango, one of the leading international fashion brands, is partnering with Eckhaus Latta, the New York and Los Angeles-based label founded by designers Mike Eckhaus and Zoe Latta, to create an exclusive capsule collection for summer 2026. The collection will be available from June 4, 2026, at Mango Woman. The collaboration is part of Mango Collective, the brand's platform dedicated to celebrating the creativity and innovation of niche designers, bringing new perspectives […]