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Bottega Veneta SS25 Ready to Wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight As we approach 2025, the luxury market faces significant challenges that could reshape its trajectory. A mix of economic, political, and consumer-driven factors are likely to influence demand, innovation, and growth in this highly competitive sector. Market uncertainty The global luxury industry is navigating a period of considerable economic unpredictability, driven by uneven growth in major regions and shifts in consumer […]

Naomi Campbell arrives at the 77th edition of the Cannes Film Festival. Credits: Photo by Valery Hache / AFP The world's largest luxury goods conglomerate has made a strategic move into premium real estate on the French Riviera, underscoring a broader trend of high-end brands investing in experiential marketing assets. LVMH has acquired a historic 12-bedroom villa in Cannes for 46.5 million euros, according to Bloomberg, in what represents one of the city's largest-ever property transactions. […]

Credits: Circular Textile Days On 10 and 11 September 2025, the 5th edition of Circular Textile Days will take place, marking a significant milestone in advancing circular transitions within the textile industry. Under the theme “Transforming Mindsets: Embracing Circular Business Models in Textiles,” the event will focus on the critical mindset shifts required to make circularity the standard. The previous edition brought together over 1,300 visitors from 26 countries, laying the […]

Market stalls Credits: Innatex Völske As British consumers navigate their Christmas shopping lists this season, new data suggests a shift in clothing retail dynamics across the UK's high streets. Analysis by payment solutions provider SumUp, drawing on Office for National Statistics data, reveals an unexpected transformation in consumer shopping patterns over the past five years. Market stalls have emerged as the clear contender in the clothing retail sector, recording a 26.5 per cent […]

Boohoo reveals new logo as part of brand identity refresh. Credits: Boohoo. Shareholders of Boohoo Group have voted against the appointment of Frasers Group founder Mike Ashley and its proposed director, Mike Lennon, to the fast fashion giant’s board of directors. The decision was made during a general meeting requisitioned by Frasers, which had carried out a campaign to gain representation amid declining sales at Boohoo. Tensions were already high going into the meeting. Prior to its […]

Calvin Klein campaign featured Jeremy Allen White Credits: Calvin Klein After a hiatus of nearly seven years, Calvin Klein is making a highly anticipated return to New York Fashion Week. The PHV-operated brand will show its first runway collection under new creative director Veronica Leoni. The last collection it showed was under Raf Simons in September 2018. “This debut represents a new era of innovation and creativity for Calvin Klein,” said Eva Serrano, Global Brand President of Calvin […]

Levi's garments Credits: Levi's Levi Strauss & Co., the denim giant, has long safeguarded its trademarks with the fervour of a company that understands the vital role of intellectual property in fashion. Now, the company has launched a case against Philipp Plein, alleging that the designer's use of a tab on garments infringes on Levi’s iconic and trademarked label, which has adorned its jeans for over eight decades. The dispute comes after Levi’s launched similar actions against luxury […]

The Body Shop Bond Street store Credits: The Body Shop The new owners of The Body Shop have said that the once flailing cosmetics retailer was “back for good” as it reportedly garnered a profit over its initial three months under new leadership. The company was bought out of administration in September by an investor consortium led by Mike Jatania’s Aurea Group, which has since been leading the firm. According to a note to staff seen by the Guardian, The Body Shop has now booked a profit […]

Simply Be Credits: Simply Be, Facebook N Brown has received watchdog approval in its pursuit of becoming a private company through a proposed acquisition by Bidco, a newly formed company owned and controlled by Joshua Alliance, a non-executive director of the British fashion group. The takeover has been given backing by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), allowing for proceedings to go ahead in taking the company private. With this approval, Alliance will acquire the entire issued and to be […]

Kering Eyewear. Credits: Kering Kering Eyewear, the optical subsidiary of the luxury fashion giant, has become a case study at the prestigious Harvard Business School, ending its 10th anniversary on a high note. The story of Kering Eyewear has been written out by members of the company’s team as well as faculty from the school, with the intention to provide both Harvard students and those interested insight into what the company has achieved over its decade of life. In the study, Kering […]

Scotch & Soda Headoffice Credits: Scotch & Soda Scotch & Soda has been through a turbulent period, but everything points to a strong comeback for this iconic Amsterdam-based brand. In a recent article about Scotch & Soda's new design direction, posted on FashionUnited, it was clear that creativity is leading the way in design under the stewardship of Chief Product & Merchandising Officer Eran Kaïm. Similarly, a focused approach and a return to their DNA are also driving […]

A Bershka store Credits: Klepierre newsroom British clothing and footwear retailers suffered their sharpest year-on-year decline since January 2022, with sales falling 2.6 per cent in November, marking the second consecutive monthly decrease. The Office for National Statistics' (ONS) latest retail monitor, which concluded on November 23, captured only a partial picture of consumer spending as it excluded the crucial Black Friday trading period. Industry analysts cautioned FashionUnited that […]

Amazon warehouse. Credits: Amazon newsroom New York - On Thursday, a strike at several US and German sites of the American online retail giant Amazon began just a few days before the end-of-year holidays, to specifically demand wage increases. The industrial action began at 11:00 GMT in the US on Thursday due to Amazon management's refusal to negotiate with the Amazon Labor Union (ALU), which affiliated with the powerful Teamsters organization (IBT) in June. Seven US sites are affected, […]

Simon Porte Jacquemus outside his London store. Credits: Billaltaright /Courtesy of Jacquemus 2025 will be the year of Jacquemus' big return to Paris, with the French brand set to show during the autumn/winter 2025 men's fashion week. After a few months of hiatus, the Paris Fashion Week season will resume next January. From January 21 to 26, 2025, the fashion capital will host the AW25 men's fashion week, during which many surprises are planned, including the return of Jacquemus to the […]

Durham high street, UK. Credits: Unsplash New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have shown a marginal rise in retail sales volumes for the month of November, a slight increase that was offset by consumers waiting for discount periods in the following month. According to the data, sales were estimated to have risen by 0.2 percent, following a fall of 0.7 percent in October. Clothing retailers were cited as a key contributor to the lack of substantial growth in November, as […]

Image from Splash! A Century of Swimming and Style. Credits: Ackerman + Gruber 2022 / courtesy of The Design Museum, London. Those looking to fill their 2025 diaries with cultural outings are in for a treat. A number of intriguing fashion (-related) exhibitions have already been announced both home and away, with several currently already on display in museums. This is FashionUnited’s selection for the coming year. Opening in 2025 Du Coeur À La Main: Dolce & Gabbana – Grand Palais, […]

Shoes For Crews Credits: Facebook/Shoes For Crews Shoes For Crews, provider of slip-resistant safety footwear solutions, has announced that Chris Quinn will assume the role of chief executive officer beginning on January 1, 2025. Quinn, the company said in a release, is an accomplished executive experienced in the retail, e-commerce, footwear, and apparel industries who has served as a director of Shoes For Crews since August 2024. "Entering the new year with our talented new board, we'll […]

Reitmans store Credits: Facebook/Reitmans Reitmans’s (RCL) third quarter net revenues decreased by 2.9 percent to 187.7 million Canadian dollars primarily due to 11 fewer stores and unfavourably warm autumn weather. Comparable sales for the quarter under review decreased by 1.9 percent. "The quarter was impacted by warmer weather delaying sales of fall apparel. However, we achieved a higher gross margin rate due to strong inventory control and a continued focus on being less promotional." […]

Nike store in Spain Credits: Nike Nike’s second quarter revenues were 12.4 billion dollars, down 8 percent on a reported basis and down 9 percent on a currency-neutral basis compared to the prior year. Gross margin for the quarter decreased 100 basis points to 43.6 percent, while net income was 1.2 billion dollars, down 26 percent, and diluted earnings per share were 78 cents, a decrease of 24 percent. Commenting on the second quarter results, Elliott Hill, president & CEO, Nike, Inc. […]

Gigi Hadid during Victoria's Secret runway show Credits: Victoria's Secret. Every year, the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) awards the brands and individuals that it believes have made the biggest impact and contribution to the welfare of animals. In doing so, the organisation intends to inspire more progress throughout the industry, encouraging more of what it dubs “cruelty-free fashion”. Since 2023, the awards have expanded to include recognitions for both the UK and […]

Karen Millen spring 2025 jewellery collection. Credits: Karen Millen. Boohoo-owned Karen Millen has secured a new jewellery licensing agreement with Simon Harrison, an established designing, manufacturing and licensing firm. The news coincides with the launch of the brand’s new spring/summer 2025 collection, which will be stocked by Debenhams, Next and Karen Millen, itself. Each piece in the collection has been engraved with the Karen Millen logo and utilises contoured silhouettes and cut […]

Credits: Bugatti Bugatti is set to take over Florence's iconic Rivoire Caffè during the upcoming Pitti Uomo. From January 13th to 15th, the Herford-based menswear brand will transform the historic café in Piazza della Signoria into a showcase of its signature style, the company announced on Friday. From branded tableware and cushions infused with the brand's DNA to a curated bespoke menu, every detail will reflect the essence of Bugatti. Beyond its regular daily service, the Rivoire Caffè […]

Sports Club Atelier ‘The Legacy Line’ exclusively at Ice District Authentics Credits: Instagram.com/sportsclubatelier In Pictures Interior designer Lauren McDavid, the wife of NHL star Connor McDavid, has launched a premium apparel brand ‘Sports Club Atelier,’ which aims to “elevate sportswear into wearable memorabilia”. On the brand’s Instagram, McDavid states that Sports Club Atelier was launched to redefine sportswear “by blending high fashion with fandom to create quality, […]

Masataka Suzuki, president of Momotaro Jeans. Credits: PHILIP FONG / AFP Kojima-ajino, Japan - Call it an antidote to fast fashion: Japanese jeans hand-dyed with natural indigo and weaved on a clackety vintage loom, then sold at a premium to global denim connoisseurs. Unlike their mass-produced cousins, the tough garments crafted at the small Momotaro Jeans factory in southwest Japan are designed to be worn for decades, and come with a lifetime repair warranty. On site, Yoshiharu Okamoto […]

YMC campaign imagery when it was part of the Pilgrim Paris Residency in 2023. Credits: Pilgrim Paris Residency / Man/Woman. The co-founder of YMC–also known as You Must Create–has acquired a majority share in the British fashion brand from French Connection, reinstating his position as the main shareholder. Jimmy Collins, who also serves as YMC’s chief executive officer, founded the brand in 1995 alongside the late Fraser Moss, and established it as a unisex apparel provider. The label […]

Boots Covent Garden store Credits: Boots Beauty K-beauty, blusher, hyaluronic acid and bespoke haircare are among the most in-demand products across beauty and wellness in 2024, according to British retailer Boots. As the UK’s leading health and beauty retailer, Boots stocks more than 600 healthcare brands and over 500 beauty brands, and it has analysed search and sales data from across the year to reveal customers’ most-wanted purchases. Grace Vernon, head of global trends and cultural […]

John Lewis employees. Credits: John Lewis Partnership. British department store giant John Lewis has been granted a Royal Warrant of Appointment as a supplier of household goods and furnishings to His Majesty King Charles III. In a release announcing the news, executive director, Peter Ruis, said it was a “proud moment” for the company. His statement continued: “For 160 years, we’ve been focused on offering excellent customer service and the highest quality products, and the Royal […]

Adidas x Asos collection. Credits: Asos British online retailer Asos has launched a Design collection in collaboration with German sportswear giant Adidas, created using its Test & React model, which allows brands to quickly respond to trends. Traditionally, it takes an average of three to six months from the moment a collection is designed to the moment it hits the shelves. Faster production and delivery methods, however, such as the ‘Test and React’ model used by Asos, can reduce […]

Credits: courtesy of Debenhams.com Boohoo-owned Debenhams has promoted its head of creative to the role of creative director. Patrick Duggans takes on the leading role after being with Boohoo for four and half years, having initially joined in July 2020 as creative manager for Coast and Karen Millen. Duggans went on to become head of creative at Debenhams in October 2021, a role in which he oversaw campaign ideation, creative direction across all content, styling for all mediums and brand […]

Designer McBright Kavari. Credits: SIMON MAINA / AFP. Windhoek, Dec 18, 2024 (AFP) - From his humble Windhoek workshop, Namibia's leading fashion designer is keeping alive the love for the Herero people's traditional dress with horned headgear, a full-length skirt and a link to German colonisers accused of genocide. McBright Kavari's sewing room is piled high with seemingly ordinary fabric that he transforms with labour and skill into elegant and voluminous dresses called ohorokova. Kavari's […]

Puig logo. Credits: Courtesy of Puig Is Puig failing to meet the objectives it set for its IPO? It seems that, at this moment, this could be the case. The Spanish multinational fashion and beauty company announced it was delaying its acquisition of a minority stake in the cosmetics firm, Charlotte Tilbury, which is to remain in the hands of its founder until 2031. This new deadline for Puig's takeover was decided upon by both parties, and comes after the Spanish firm promised to use a large […]

Ken Dayley, CEO, Joybees Credits: Joybees Casual footwear brand Joybees has named Ken Dayley as the company's chief executive officer. Dayley brings over 15 years of experience to the brand founded in 2018 in Denver, Colorado. Commenting on the new appointment, Joey Separzadeh, chairman of the board of Joybees, said: "Ken’s ability to quickly assess and identify the growth potential for Joybees has been impressive. His global experience and business acumen will ignite our financial […]

Tribute Brand acquires Draup. Credits: Tribute Brand. Digital fashion platform Tribute Brand has announced the acquisition of its industry peer, Draup, as part of efforts to build up and develop a new digital wearables platform, dubbed ‘fashion.fun’. The decision to snap up Draup came as a response to the waning demand for both the metaverse and luxury brands, Tribute Brand said in a release, which further noted that it was therefore imperative to take a “stronger together approach” […]

Gymboree XO Mandy Moore collection Credits: Gymboree/The Children’s Place The Children’s Place in its preliminary partial fourth quarter results statement said that net sales for the six-week increased 3.4 percent. However, comparable retail sales decreased 8.9 percent for the reporting period driven by decreases in e-commerce revenue. In terms of channel sales results during the period under review, the company experienced a decrease in brick-and-mortar revenue due to a lower store […]

Princesshay Shopping Centre. Credits: Chapman Taylor. It is no secret that the retail sector has faced significant challenges in recent years, the impact of which has been reflected in new job figures issued by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). According to the organisation’s data, there were 2.81 million jobs in retail in September 2024, yet on a four-quarter average, this was 40,000 fewer jobs than last year. This becomes more concerning when compared to figures five years ago, […]

London, UK. Credits: Unsplash. New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed an increase in inflation once again. According to the data, the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose by 2.6 percent in the 12 months to November 2024, increasing from 2.3 percent in the 12 months to October. On a monthly basis, meanwhile, CPI rose 0.1 percent for the month, compared with a drop of 0.2 percent in November 2023. While the increase in this regard was driven largely by an upward […]

Douglas store in Ludwigshafen, Germany Credits: Douglas Group European omnichannel beauty player Douglas Group recorded sales growth of 8.7 percent to 4.45 billion euros for FY23/24 with store sales up 8.2 percent or 7.5 percent like-for-like and ecommerce up 9.8 percent or 12.1 percent LFL. Adjusted EBITDA for the year amounted to 808.6 million euros – an increase of 11.4 percent, corresponding to an adjusted EBITDA margin of 18.2 percent. The group achieved positive net income of 84 […]

Prada store Credits: Prada Prada Group and EssilorLuxottica have announced the renewal of their licensing agreement for the development, production and worldwide distribution of eyewear under the Prada, Prada Linea Rossa and Miu Miu brands. Commenting on the development, Patrizio Bertelli, Prada Group chairman, said: “We are pleased to announce the renewal of this agreement with EssilorLuxottica, a trusted and long-standing partner with whom we have developed a strong collaboration built on […]

Nichole Styrdom, Commercial Director Premium at Zalando Credits: Zalando Fashion retailers are keeping a close watch on their sales leading to Christmas amid a sluggish consumer sentiment, at the same time many are already preparing for the AW25 buying season starting in January. What's going well at Zalando right now and what trends does the online retailer bet on for womenswear in 2025? Zalando's Commercial Director Premium Nichole Styrdom talks about trends, fashion fatigue and chaotic […]

Ian Berry at Kalyon Kültür in Istanbul. Credits: Ian Berry For the first time, renowned denim artist Ian Berry is exhibiting in Turkey. The show “Beyond Denim” opened its doors at the beautiful art centre Kalyon Kültür in the Şişli neighbourhood of Istanbul and will be on view until February 2025. The exhibition consists of some the artist’s most known works as well as those especially prepared for the exhibition space. “It was a city I never had any intension at all at showing […]

Birkenstock store in Paris Credits: Birkenstock Birkenstock Holding reported fiscal 2024 revenue growth of 21 percent on a reported and 22 percent on a constant currency basis to 1.8 billion euros, ahead of the company's guidance of 20 percent, driven by continued strong and growing consumer demand for its products across all segments, channels and categories. The company said fourth quarter revenue of 456 million euros, increased by 22 percent on a reported and constant currency basis. […]

Burberry pop-up Credits: Courtesy of Burberry Burberry Group has announced the appointment of Stella King as an independent non-executive director and member of the nomination committee, with effect from April 1, 2025. The company said that King is currently at Moncler which she joined thirteen years ago in 2011 as president, Asia Pacific. In January 2022 she moved to the role of chief Chinese business officer and will step down from that role on December 31, 2024. Commenting on King’s […]

Noah Johnson, editor in chief and Caitlin LeRoux, general manager, North America Credits: Highsnobiety Highsnobiety has announced the appointments of Noah Johnson as editor in chief, Caitlin LeRoux as SVP and general manager of Highsnobiety North America, and Tom Lee as VP and head of creative. The company said in a statement that Johnson is a New York-based writer and editor whose keen editorial eye and deep understanding of modern menswear has played a critical role in shaping the modern […]

Top Trends for 2025 from Stitch Fix's annual trend forecast Credits: Stitch Fix As the year draws to a close, style, and trend forecasters, have been hard at work analyzing data to predict what some of the hottest styles and trends in fashion will be in 2025. Shaped by pop culture, mainstream media, consumer habits, runway designer looks, and even political shifts, it seems like we're in for a year of cowboy-themed looks, the color purple (Wisteria, to be exact), and different variations in […]

Wood Wood management team Credits: Wood Wood Scandinavian fashion and lifestyle brand Wood Wood, which was acquired by Danish conglomerate DK Company in April after the brand fell into insolvency in 2023, resulting in store closures in London and Berlin, is looking to expand its presence across international markets “in the coming years”. In a statement, the Copenhagen-based brand said it was going through a “creative rebirth,” and that there would be a renewed focus on design, […]

In Pictures Puma x 247 collection Credits: Represent British streetwear brand Represent has launched its debut womenswear collection as part of its collaboration with sportswear giant Puma. The launch is Represents biggest performance wear collaboration to date for its 247 line and features the brand’s first-ever womenswear clothing, including its first sports bra and women's trainer, which is being modelled by Team GB middle-distance runner Phoebe Gill. The 12-piece Puma x 247 […]

Illustrative image of a creative office setting. Credits: Photo by Vitaly Gariev via Pexels The end of the year is approaching, bringing with it a recap of everything accomplished over the past months. December is a time for wrapping up, and fashion brands begin preparing their annual reports. Sustainability stands out as the key focus in non-financial reports. Whether due to regulatory requirements or the need to convey transparency to end consumers, more and more brands are choosing to […]

Beauty Charlotte Tilbury Credits: Puig Spanish fashion and beauty group Puig has announced an extension of its strategic partnership with British cosmetics and fragrance brand Charlotte Tilbury. Puig, which acquired a majority stake in Charlotte Tilbury Limited in 2020, said that under the terms of the renewed partnership, Charlotte Tilbury will retain a minority stake in her namesake beauty brand, with the Spanish beauty group assuming full ownership by the start of 2031. Since […]

Voyado platform Credits: Voyado Fashion giant H&M Group has acquired a minority stake in Swedish-founded retail technology platform Voyado, which empowers retailers, e-commerce businesses, and brands to build long-lasting customer relationships. In a statement, Voyado, which drives profitable sales by optimising e-commerce, creating personalised customer experiences, and streamlining communication across channels, said the strategic partnership felt like a “natural evolution” as […]

Natasha Fishman, chief marketing officer at Marquee Brands Credits: Marquee Brands Marquee Brands, a brand owner, licensor, marketer, and media company, has named former Authentic executive Natasha Fishman its chief marketing officer. Described as a “seasoned marketing and communications executive and visionary leader,” Fishman will Marquee Brands’ global marketing, creative and corporate communications teams. Heath Golden, chief executive of Marquee Brands, said in a statement: […]

Credits: Muntagnard & SANE SANE Standard is dedicated to helping brands navigate the growing challenges of sustainability and ethics in the fashion industry. As consumers demand more transparency, brands must ensure that their products meet high standards for environmental impact, workers' rights, and consumer health. SANE provides a comprehensive certification process that supports brands in making these commitments clear and credible. Muntagnard: Leading the Way with SANE Certification […]

Shoe Zone Credits: Image: Shoe Zone, Facebook Shoe Zone has announced that adjusted profit before tax for the financial year is now expected to be around 5 million pounds, down from previous expectations of 10 million pounds. In light of the above, the company is not proposing to pay a final dividend for the financial year ended September 28, 2024. For the first two months of its financial year and the first half of December, Shoe Zone experienced very challenging trading conditions. The […]

Jens Döring, CFO and Claire Midwood, SVP of product, marketing & retail Credits: Jack Wolfskin Jack Wolfskin has announced the appointments of new leaders to help advance the brand’s next phase of growth. The company said in a statement that Jens Döring from the Adidas brand will start as the new CFO for Jack Wolfskin on January 1, 2025, replacing André Grube who after four years with the company is stepping down from his role as general manager and CFO. Jack Wolfskin appoints Jens […]

Stephen Fanning Credits: Beauty Health Company, Business Wire The Beauty Health Company, home to flagship brand Hydrafacial, has announced the appointment of medical aesthetics veteran, Stephen J. Fanning, to its board of directors, effective as of December 12, 2024. Fanning, the company said in a release, brings decades of global medical aesthetics experience, including serving as Hydrafacial’s chairman of the board from 2016 to 2020, prior to the company’s initial public offering. […]

Bottega Veneta SS25 Ready to Wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The recent creative director appointments at some of the world's most prestigious fashion houses signals a profound shift from an era long dominated by marketing mavens and corporate strategists. Matthieu Blazy at Chanel, Louise Trotter at Bottega Veneta, and Sarah Burton at Givenchy, alongside Clare Waight Keller at Uniqlo, Pieter Mulier at Alaïa and Jonathan Anderson at Loewe, represent a collective reassertion of design […]

Alibaba Group Corporate Campus ad Hangzhou, Cina Credits: Alibaba Group China's Alibaba said Tuesday that it had agreed to sell department store chain Intime at a $1.3 billion loss, as the tech giant trims down its operations with competition intensifying in the country's cutthroat e-commerce market. Alibaba said in a statement to the Hong Kong Stock Exchange that Intime would be sold to "a consortium of purchasers comprising Youngor Group and members of Intime's management team". The filing […]

Vintage fashion Credits: Pexels British consumers are increasingly gravitating towards brands and products that blend heritage, storytelling, and social consciousness, according to comprehensive data from livestream shopping platform Whatnot. The most striking trend is the surge in demand for vintage and inclusive fashion. Searches for vintage-inspired looks rocketed by 3,100 percent, while plus-size fashion interest exploded by an 7,350 percent, signalling a profound transformation in […]

Mango store Nice (retail concept New Med) Credits: Mango The sudden passing of Isak Andic, founder and non-executive chairman of Mango, presents the greatest and most profound challenge the Spanish fashion multinational has faced since Andic himself, along with his brother Nahman Andic, founded the company in 1984. This challenge arrives fraught with uncertainty, as it remains unclear not only who will succeed him as chairman of the company and its board of directors, but also who will guide […]

Jonathan Anderson at the Loewe SS25 show Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The provisional schedules of London Fashion Week, Paris and Milan Fashion Week Men’s have officially been released, and while the industry exclaims over noteworthy debuts and fervently awaited returns, one name missing from all of the schedules has reignited suspicions as to what may be on the horizon. At the centre of the ever-evolving game of creative director musical chairs, Jonathan Anderson’s name has been […]

Cambridge Satchel x Wicked collection Credits: Cambridge Satchel French group Chargeurs, which acquired Cambridge Satchel in 2022, is looking to scale operations for the British accessories brand internationally as it looks to triple the brand’s revenue within the next two years. In a statement, Chargeurs describes Cambridge Satchel as “a brand on the rise,” after achieving successful growth since it took over the brand following a repositioning of the leather accessories brand within […]

Boss x Perfect Moment. Credits: Boss Skiwear brand Perfect Moment is continuing on its retail expansion, this time with the opening of its first seasonal store in Europe. The new location is within the Alps ski resort, Kitzbühel, in Tirol, Austria, where special in-store events will aptly tie into the surroundings. The store itself will house select items from the company’s autumn/winter 2024 collection, with the intention of expressing the fusion of Perfect Moment’s “future-thinking […]

Urban Outfitters Store Credits: Pexels A new report has accused a number of UK retailers of hiring young “freelance” employees via hiring apps that leave them without basic employment rights. According to The Observer, Urban Outfitters, Gymshark and Uniqlo are understood to be among those carrying out such practices as they fill out staff in preparation for the festive season. Such processes have been observed by Tim Sharp, senior policy for employment rights at Trades Union Congress […]

Swarovski Regent Street store Credits: Swarovski Austrian-based crystal company Swarovski has opened its ninth store in London, returning to Regent Street with a new ‘Wonderlux’ boutique. Located at 122 Regent Street, the new 1,500-square-foot boutique spans three floors and showcases what the brand describes as its “most luxurious rendition” of its ‘WonderLux’ retail concept in an elegant blue to complement the beauty of crystal. Designed by Swarovski creative director Giovanna […]

Shein pop-up. Credits: Shein Chinese fast fashion giant Shein is believed to be mulling a request to UK regulators to waive listing rules requiring at least 10 percent of its shares be sold to the public ahead of its London IPO. This is according to Reuters, which cited two sources with knowledge of the matter, one of whom said Shein was exploring this option to facilitate its IPO. The media outlet said that, if granted, it would likely be the first time a company in London was allowed to […]

In Pictures Head Golf Collection summer 2025 campaign Credits: Head Sportswear and equipment brand Head, known as a leader in tennis, is stepping onto the golf course with its first golf apparel collection for men and women. The line has been designed by Ka Ho Kam, creative director at Head, to meet the needs of the “modern golfer” with a fusion of style, performance and sustainability, offering various capsule collections “to suit every style and support performance, from the […]

Boss store Credits: Hugo Boss Hugo Boss has announced that Stephan Sturm, 61, will take over as chairman of the company’s supervisory board following the next annual shareholders' meeting. The company’s nomination committee has proposed him as successor to Hermann Waldemer. In addition, the company said Andreas Kurali, 59 and Michael Murray, 35, will run for election to the supervisory board, as Gaetano Marzotto and Robin Stalker plan to step down alongside Hermann Waldemer. Commenting on […]

Liverpool One ariel view. Credits: Grosvenor Real estate firm Landsec has announced the acquisition of a 92 percent stake in UK shopping centre Liverpool One, for an overall consideration of 490 million pounds. The stake was snapped up from a wholly owned subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), which previously held a 69 percent stake, and property group Grosvenor, which owned 23 percent. A payment of 35 million pounds to ADIA has been deferred for two years as part of […]

Sephora store Credits: Sephora Beauty Sephora North America has selected eight BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour) brands for its 2025 Accelerate programme, which is designed to nurture and propel emerging beauty brands. The 2025 edition marks a decade of Sephora championing emerging talent and continues to be a vital launchpad for BIPOC-founded and -owned businesses, with this year’s cohort spanning the haircare, make-up, skincare, and fragrance categories. Each of the selected […]

Designer Willy Chavarria at the finale of his namesake brand's AW24 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight New York-based fashion designer Willy Chavarria will make his Paris Men’s Fashion Week debut in January, as the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode announces the autumn/winter 2025 provisional schedule. Chavarria’s shift to the Paris calendar highlights a shift in his business to support the brand’s increasing global reach and will be the first time the designer has […]

Peak Design Everyday Backpack. Credits: Peak Design / Kickstarter press release. Backpack maker Peak Design has issued a statement addressing threats made against its staff in the wake of the arrest of Luigi Mangione, the suspect in shooting and killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO, Brian Thompson. But what has sparked such backlash? In the days leading up to Mangione’s arrest, and following his subsequent capture, people in the US and across social media have been divided on their perspective […]

Champion logo Credits: Authentic Brands Group Authentic Brands Group has announced a multi-year extension of its Champion eyewear licensing agreement with L’amy America, owned by ILG (International Luxury Group). The new deal will see L’amy America continuing to design, manufacture, and distribute Champion’s optical and sunglass products for men, women, and youth. Steve Robaire, executive vice president of Reebok and Champion at Authentic Brands Group, said in a statement: “The […]

Delta Galil Industries Credits: Delta Galil Industries via Facebook Delta Galil Industries has confidentially submitted a draft registration statement on form F-1 with the US securities and exchange commission eyeing a proposed US initial public offering (IPO) of its ordinary shares. However, the company said in a statement that the number of ordinary shares to be offered, the price range for the proposed offering and the timing of the offering have not yet been determined. Since the IPO is […]

Sara Diez Jauregui and Kalyan Madabhushi Credits: Circulose Circulose has appointed Sara Diez Jauregui and Kalyan Madabhushi to its board of directors, following the recent appointment of chair Helena Helmersson. The company said in a release that Sara Diez Jauregui offers extensive experience with leading fashion and apparel brands, while Kalyan Madabhushi brings a notable career at Aditya Birla Group, a global leader in cellulosic fiber production. Sara Diez Jauregui, currently serving as […]

Stefanel store Credits: Stefanel press office Third quarter net sales at OVS of 414.7 million euros increased by 12.8 percent driven by favourable weather and a high conversion rate. Net sales for the nine month period of 1,176 million euros, were up by 6.7 percent. The company said in a release that the positive reception of Stefanel fall-winter collections, driven by its new creative leadership, has successfully reversed the negative trend of the first semester in just three months The […]

U.S. shopping mall foot traffic delivered a robust performance in November, signalling a potential renaissance for brick-and-mortar retail that could extend into the December shopping season, according to the latest industry data. The revival is particularly noteworthy for indoor shopping centres, which registered a 6.4 percent year-over-year increase in visitor numbers, according to Placer.ai. Open-air shopping complexes and outlet malls also demonstrated resilience, with 4.8 percent and 3.8 […]

Vera Wang to Become Shareholder of WHP Global under Agreement Credits: Vera Wang New York-based brand management firm WHP Global has signed an agreement to acquire the intellectual property (IP) of the fashion brand Vera Wang. As part of the agreement, the founder and chief creative officer of her eponymous brand Vera Wang will remain in her role and join WHP Global as a shareholder to further drive the brand’s future growth. "I am so excited to announce this new partnership with WHP Global […]

Karl Lagerfeld to return to Pitti Uomo, 2025 Credits: Chris Colls Karl Lagerfeld has announced its upcoming return to Pitti Uomo in Florence, Italy. Taking place from January 14 to 17, 2025, Karl Lagerfeld will host a one-of-a-kind immersive presentation that invites visitors to step into the World of Karl. The presentation at Pitti Uomo aims to capture the brand’s heritage through storytelling and custom decor while showcasing the bold, modern style that is driving its future vision. […]

Miss Sohee founder Sohee Park Credits: Miss Sohee London-based Miss Sohee, the haute couture label worn by the likes of Cardi B, Miley Cyrus, Priyanka Chopra, and Ariana Grande, has been named as a guest house of the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM), the governing body for the French fashion industry. The milestone means that Miss Sohee, founded in 2020 by Central Saint Martins graduate Sohee Park, will become the only South Korean couturier to unveil its highly […]

In an era of environmental reckoning, Hong Kong's Fashion Summit 2024 held during its Fashion Fest last month, arrived with the ambitious mandate of transforming sustainable fashion from a niche concept to a mainstream business imperative. The event represented more than a typical industry gathering—it's a strategic repositioning of Hong Kong as a creative fashion hub with a conscience. The theme, "Power Up Sustainable Fashion Business", signals a pragmatic approach to an increasingly urgent […]

Interior of Madewell's new SoHo flagship store Credits: Madewell In Pictures Madewell has officially opened the doors of the newest flagship store in SoHo, New York City. Exterior of Madewell's new flagship store in SoHo, NYC Credits: Madewell Situated at 565 Broadway, the new flagship store from the denim and apparel brand spans 6,512 square feet and marks Madewell’s return to the neighborhood. Madewell originally opened its debut store in SoHo in 2006 at 486 Broadway, which shut in […]

Maison Martin Margiela rare and important pieces Credits: Courtesy Kerry Taylor and Maurice Auction In a landmark auction set for January 27th, Paris will witness the largest single sale of Martin Margiela designs from his early career, offering fashion collectors and museums an unprecedented glimpse into the designer's revolutionary aesthetic. Kerry Taylor Auctions and Maurice Auction will present over 270 lots from the private collection of sisters Angela and Elena Picozzi, spanning […]

Fashion Leap for Climate. Credits: Fashion Leap for Climate Yoox Net-A-Porter (YNAP) has announced a number of new members joining its Fashion Leap for Climate, an educational initiative launched in 2022 alongside About You and Zalando designed as a response to the fashion industry’s climate challenge. British e-tailer Asos, Swedish footwear retailer Boozt and the Selfridges Group, the parent company to Selfridges, Arnotts and Brown Thomas, are those named as the most recent participants in […]

Duckdive SS25, Vivette FW24 and Ahluwalia SS24. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The year 2024 continued to fuel the desirability of a multitude of pieces, most of which have been on trend for several seasons and are reaching their peak in 2025. Here is a list of eight waning trends. Neon colours Casablanca SS25, Ahluwalia SS24 and Gucci SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Fluorescent shades are losing their appeal in 2025. The coming year will favour a wardrobe with neutral […]

Credits: No Excess No Excess is excited to unveil its new AW25 collection and the innovative ‘COMFORT COFFEE CLUB’ concept at the upcoming Pitti Uomo. With this launch, No Excess gives retailers the opportunity to offer their customers not just fashion, but a distinctive lifestyle experience. This concept enhances both brand identity and the overall customer experience. The rise of non-fashion products in the fashion world Fashion brands are increasingly adding lifestyle elements to their […]

In Pictures SS25 collections of Ralph Lauren, Cos, Off-White and Collina Strada. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Secondhand marketplace Depop has made its predictions for trends it believes will dominate 2025 in a report that particularly highlights a shift towards more durable, versatile fashion, thus actively discounting microtrends. Developed in collaboration with AI retail intelligence platform Edited, the 2025 Fashion Trends report relies on what Depop says is a “broader […]

House of Fraser's former Oxford Street flagship. Credits: House of Fraser Fashion retail giant Frasers Group has received support for its new Warwickshire headquarters, despite concerns that it would damage the UK’s green belt. It is understood that the proposed 275-acre facility has been recommended for approval by planning officials, as reported by The Telegraph, with a 208-page document noting benefits that will come with the site. This is in spite of officials recognising the […]

FW24: Todd Snyder, Dries van Noten and Louis Vuitton. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Discover the latest AW25 fashion trend forecasts: Denim Trends 2025: 'Indigo AI' The denim trends presentation at the latest edition of sourcing fair Texhibition in Istanbul had a distinct subtitle - Indigo AI. Here, fabrics designed by artificial intelligence took center stage, showcasing the versatility and innovation that machine learning can bring to the fashion palette. More and more designers […]

Jawara Alleyne - spring/summer 2025, Ready to Wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced the provisional schedule for the upcoming London Fashion Week (LFW), taking place from February 20 to 24, 2025. In a statement, the BFC said that this season LFW would “focus on shaping the future of British fashion while celebrating the city’s thriving independent designers, creative talent and businesses,” following its 40th anniversary celebrations in […]

Beauty Tangle Teezer products Credits: Bic Bic, the consumer goods giant that owns stationery, lighters, and shavers, has acquired British hairbrush brand Tangle Teezer for 200 million euros from its private equity owner, Mayfair Equity Partners. Tangle Teezer, based in London, launched in 2007, billed as the “world’s first expertly designed detangling tool,” with its uniquely patented range of brightly coloured, ergonomic hairbrushes allowing consumers to detangle hair while […]

Kith for Steamery Cirrus 3 Iron Steamer Credits: Steamery Scandinavian clothing care brand Steamery has unveiled a custom iteration of its award-winning Cirrus 3 Iron Steamer with American fashion and lifestyle brand Kith to mark its first-ever brand collaboration. The ‘Kith for Steamery Cirrus 3 Iron Steamer’ is part of Kith’s fourth annual ‘Kithmas’ collection, which offers a curated line-up of apparel, accessories, and lifestyle goods celebrating the holiday season. The […]

Djerf Avenue co-founder, Matilda Djerf Credits: Djerf Avenue A new investigation has brought forth accusations of a toxic culture at Djerf Avenue, the clothing brand of Swedish influencer Matilda Djerf. Swedish news outlet Aftonbladet uncovered the claims in a report citing the experiences of 11 anonymous current and former employees, who each described instances including but not limited to being called names, bodyshaming and “psychological terror”. The allegations are largely against […]

'Second Cut' Hiking Sock Credits: Smartwool. Smartwool, the sock and apparel brand based in Denver, Colorado, part of the VF Corporation, has appointed Ideavelop BV as its sales agency for Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. The move is part of VF strengthening its natural apparel portfolio in EMEA by building on Ideavelop’s 25-year partnership with sustainable merino wool brand Icebreaker, which is also part of the group. In a statement, VF said that Ideavelop overseeing sales and […]

Rending of Charlotte Tilbury’s new Covent Garden flagship Credits: Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury has confirmed it will “significantly” upsize its flagship store in Covent Garden, London, following what it calls “stellar success” at the location. In a statement, Charlotte Tilbury said it would be relocating from its neighbourhood boutique to a larger, more prominent anchor unit on the corner of the Royal Opera House and James Street in a renewed commitment to […]

Lacoste kidswear campaign. Credits: Lacoste. Sportswear brand Lacoste has pinned down a partner for the licensing of the kidswear category in its Crocodile brand. New York-based Haddad Brands will assume the role of designing, developing, producing and marketing all Lacoste kids’ clothing and accessories lines. The duo have signed onto a five-year agreement for products both within the US and worldwide, with the first collection for autumn 2025 expected to become available in boutiques […]

Illustrative image of boy wearing a game headset. Credits: Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko via Pexels. Generation Alpha refers to individuals born from 2010 onward. As the first generation to be fully born in the 21st century, they are growing up in a world marked by rapid technological advancements, social changes, and environmental consciousness. While they do not yet earn their own money, they’re already very influential on their parents’ spending decisions and by 2040, they will become […]

Alo Yoga campaign Credits: Alo Yoga US fashion and athleisure brand Alo Yoga has opened its first Irish store on Dublin's Grafton Street as part of its continued European expansion plans. Located at 62 Grafton Street, Dublin, the store launch aims to bring “a touch of Los Angeles wellness into the heart of Ireland,” with specially curated events and community classes, including pilates, yoga, boxing and run clubs. The new Republic of Ireland store builds on the success of its expansion […]

In Pictures Schuh Westfield White City store. Credits: Schuh. Footwear retailer Schuh has opened a new hybrid store at Westfield London White City, which has taken on a gender neutral format while catering to both adults and kids. Throughout the 2,800 square metre space, the retailer intends to exhibit a shopping experience that encourages self-expression, as seen in a layout of brands and sportswear that blurs the lines of gender. Much emphasis was further placed on technology, as […]

In Pictures & Other Stories Glasgow store Credits: & Other Stories Fashion retailer & Other Stories, part of the H&M Group, has opened a new store in Glasgow’s Princes Square, marking its second in Scotland. The store has been designed to showcase the brand’s elevated store concept, inspired by an artist's Dimora, showcasing “a space where she both lives and works and where carefully curated interior pieces contrast with objects from her Atelier, creating a […]

Mastani off season 2025, Australian Fashion Week. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Following the exit of former partner IMG, Australian Fashion Week (AFW) has confirmed a new collaboration with the New South Wales Government to ensure that its next edition will go ahead as planned. Scheduled to take place from 12 to 16 May 2025, the forthcoming season of AFW will be backed by the NSW Government’s tourism and major events agency, Destination NSW, which will collaborate with the Australian […]

Ashworth Golf Company founder, John Ashworth. Credits: Ashworth Golf Company. John Ashworth, the founder of Ashworth Golf Company, has announced his return to the golf apparel brand to assume the role of creative director. Ashworth, who founded his namesake company in 1987, ultimately stepped down from his leadership position in 1997. Since then, Ashworth Golf Company has continued to change hands. The brand was bought by Adidas’ golf division, TaylorMade, in 2008, before ending up with […]