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Credits: Street Style 2016 ©Launchmetrics/spotlight There have been frequent claims recently that micro-trends are dead—farewell to 'tomato girl,’ ‘eclectic grandpa’, ‘coastal grandmother,’ and ‘mob wives.’ In their place, #BringBack2016 is trending; that year being seen as the ‘last good year’ of digital innocence, offering a break from current and future anxieties. Politically, 2016 was a particularly turbulent year: the UK voted to leave the European Union in the […]

Giambattista Valli spring/summer 2025, haute couture. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. As Paris Haute Couture Week opens this Monday, January 26, 2026, the couture house Giambattista Valli has cancelled its show, scheduled for the first day, at the last minute. In a statement, the house of Giambattista Valli announced it will not present a haute couture show: “This decision is part of a thorough review of the organisation and priorities of its activities, undertaken to ensure the solidity […]

Bestseller's new wholesale brand Hypedrop Credits: Bestseller/Hypedrop Danish fashion group Bestseller is introducing a new brand specifically for wholesale. The brand, Hypedrop, “continuously listens to the market and translates demand directly into curated weekly product drops,” according to the press release. Hypedrop's collection is created using data analysis, digital design and AI-supported decision-making. The brand claims it can anticipate what retailers need now. Every Monday, a […]

Taylor Russell is now ambassador for Dior. Credits: George Eyres Dior is delighted to announce that Taylor Russell is now ambassador for the collections by Jonathan Anderson. Distinguished notably by the Marcello Mastroianni Award at the 2022 Venice International Film Festival for her role in Luca Guadagnino’s Bones and All, the actress and director has established herself as one of the most unique talents in contemporary cinema. An exceptional woman who embodies all the instinctive […]

JACK & JONES expands sustainable fashion offering with new SPINNOVA® fibre styles. Credits: JACK & JONES JJXX, the womenswear brand by JACK & JONES, introduces a set of new looks made with SPINNOVA® fibre, reinforcing its commitment to sustainable innovation. JACK & JONES and JJXX are brands by the global BESTSELLER multi-brand fashion company. The launch features a versatile outfit, a shirt jacket and matching trousers, available for women. The styles come in vintage khaki […]

Credits: Modefabriek The second winter edition of Modefabriek at our new favourite location in Vijfhuizen is a wrap - and YES, once again it was a shining success. The benefits of EXPO Greater Amsterdam – light, space, accessibility – combined with Modefabriek’s inspired and richly layered design concept and a generous dose of sunshine beneath a crisp blue winter sky created the perfect mood and energy to step into a new year and a new fashion season. Nothing but radiant faces, […]

Walter van Beirendonck collaborates with bag brand Eastpak for the third time. Credits: Walter van Beirendonck. During Paris Fashion Week 2026, Walter Van Beirendonck and Eastpak brought their long-standing creative collaboration back to the forefront of the international fashion industry. The renewed partnership was presented during Van Beirendonck's SCARE the CROW / SCARECROW show, which centred on outsider art, youth culture and contrasting aesthetics. This article was written by Wietse van […]

Crocs and Lego have agreed to a long-term partnership Image: Crocs Inc. Danish toy company Lego and US footwear brand Crocs announced the start of a multi-year global partnership on Friday. The first result of the collaboration is set to launch soon. On February 16, the two companies will launch the “Lego Brick Clog”, an interpretation of the classic Crocs plastic shoe with a Lego design. “Each of these oversized collector's items features four studs with the Lego brand logo and an […]

Pitti Immagine Filati Credits: Pitti Immagine Pitti Filati and Pitti Bimbo have concluded with over 4,000 visitors. This figure includes at least 3,100 buyers, with international attendees making up over 40 percent. “It has been a very intense and equally interesting three days here at the Fortezza da Basso,” commented Raffaello Napoleone, chief executive officer of Pitti Immagine. “The three floors of the Central Pavilion, divided between Filati and Bimbo, were bustling with over 4,000 […]

REVIEW Backstage at the Ami Paris FW26 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight If this Fashion Week was expected to push boundaries, the answer lay elsewhere. Rooted in a tangible reality, the autumn/winter 2026 season played it safe. Brands were not seeking to invent the fashion of tomorrow. Instead, they aimed to dress the modern man by asserting their signature with practical and rational pieces. Here is a look back at some of the most notable shows. Louis Vuitton: more than just […]

Willy Chavarria FW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - On the fourth day of men's fashion week, Mexican-American designer Willy Chavarria presented his new collection in Paris on Friday. The spectacular show blended a runway presentation, artistic performance and a concert worthy of a musical. This new co-ed autumn collection is a blend of Mexican-American culture and streetwear. The designer opted for a cinematic staging, with a set depicting mid-century American streets. A […]

Burberry 2025 holiday campaign ‘Twas The Knight Before…’ with British supermodel Rosie Huntington-Whiteley Credits: Burberry ANALYSIS 2025 has been Burberry’s year. Not just anecdotally, but culturally. The brand returned to the Lyst Index of hottest brands in Q2 2025 at position 17, before climbing to 13 in Q3, placing it back among the world’s most relevant fashion brands based on search, sales, and social engagement. This shift did not happen by chance. 2025 has been the year to […]

Lueder blends medieval archetypes with metropolitan inhabitants. Credits: Ines Bahr / Berlin Fashion Week Background A huge, silver-coloured inflatable sculpture by artist Eben Weile Kjaer towers into the 31-metre-high Hall of Honour at Berlin's Palais am Funkturm. In the minutes that followed, a runway show inspired by the legend of the dragon-slayer George unfolded around this monstrous figure. The models' outfits played with the fluid identities of the present through the lens of medieval […]

A Victoria's Secret store Image: Victoria's Secret US lingerie retailer Victoria’s Secret & Co. is set to launch its German expansion in Hamburg. A store is scheduled to open in the city centre later this year. The Bischofswerda-based PTH Group, which has been secured as Victoria's Secret's franchise partner for the German market, confirmed the press reports. The US label will occupy a space of around 800 sq. mtrs. in the historic Barkhof building this year. The location is at the […]

Anna Wintour au Grand Dîner du Louvre Credits: Pierrick Rocher/BFA.com Anna Wintour, the global chief content officer of Condé Nast and editor-in-chief of Vogue, recently offered a revealing look into the decision-making process behind naming Chloe Malle as the new editor of American Vogue. This conversation delved into more than just editorial appointments, with Wintour sharing her perspective on the current state and evolution of the fashion industry. She providedcandid commentary on how […]

French Connection UK Credits: FC UK French Connection is making a renewed push into North America, announcing a long-term licensing partnership with G-III Apparel Group to develop and distribute men’s and women’s apparel, as well as selected accessories, across the region. The agreement, which takes effect on February 1st, is a strategic step forward for the London-based brand as it continues its post-acquisition repositioning under owner MIP Holdings. While French Connection has […]

Twodays in Halle 29. Credits: Lisa Dartmann for FashionUnited The mood at the latest Düsseldorf Fashion Days in Germany was one of relaxed pragmatism. As the industry gathered to allocate budgets for the Autumn/Winter 2026/27 season, buying decisions were driven by a calculated balance of intuition and sell-through data rather than trade-show glamour. With the relocation of the Twodays fair to Halle 29, the event now boasts a cohesive hub between Kaiserswerther Straße and Rather Straße. […]

Credits: Photo by Sotiria Dymioti & cnmediacreator The Fashion Heritage Network Cyprus (FHNC), a youth-led initiative supported by the Royal Commonwealth Society, is working to preserve and redefine Cyprus’s traditional fashion heritage through sustainable fashion and art. The network pairs emerging Cypriot designers with heritage researchers, artisans and sustainability mentors to create contemporary designs rooted in local craft traditions. Founded four years ago, FHNC aims to bring […]

Hermès FW26 (backstage photo). Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris, France – A standing ovation and “immense emotion” marked the presentation of French designer Véronique Nichanian’s final Hermès collection on Saturday evening in Paris. After 37 years leading the menswear line, she presented a collection she wanted to be “just like the others”. “It is incredibly emotional. This is not a retrospective, nor is it nostalgic. Seeing everyone who loves me, embraces me, and […]

Chocheng FW25 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Paris - Haute couture returns to Paris on Monday for four days of shows. This highly codified and exclusively Parisian event brings together a handful of houses that meet specific criteria. Often used to describe luxury fashion, the term “haute couture” is actually a legally protected designation, not to be confused with ready-to-wear. Here are its foundations. A legal exception “Haute couture preceded ready-to-wear,” which […]

Hermès FW26 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Paris - Suits, functional pieces and little extravagance defined Paris Men's Fashion Week. The event, which concludes on Sunday, has championed a pragmatic and risk-averse winter season. Following a 2025 marked by a significant reshuffle of creative directors and numerous debuts, this winter edition is more restrained. It features fewer shows and no new launches, reflecting a measured approach in both substance and form. Matthieu Morge […]

Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO, LVMH Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton Credits: ERIC PIERMONT / AFP Investors in the French luxury conglomerate LVMH are increasingly voicing concerns over the lack of a clear succession plan for Bernard Arnault, the chairman and chief executive officer (CEO) who has led the group for nearly 40 years. According to a report by Reuters, some shareholders now view the absence of a public transition strategy as a growing corporate risk for the 350 billion dollar […]

Credits: Bleckmann For fashion brands expanding internationally, a robust customs management framework can represent the difference between seamless global operations and a costly logistical nightmare. While many brands view customs as an unavoidable compliance burden, those that understand the system can transform these requirements into strategic advantages that enable faster, more cost-effective international growth. Press play on this Beyond Threads webinar for expert guidance on […]

Fay Tranter, Spring Fair event director. Credits: Spring Fair. Interview Spring Fair, a trade show bringing together fashion, home, gifting and gardening brands, is almost upon us, and major transformations are underway, reflective of an industry in need of change and fairs that can then cater to these evolving desires. This edition of Spring Fair will be one of newness: The Hidden Forum stage will platform leading industry executives; The Style Atelier will host live trend forecasts and […]

King's Cross Credits: King's Cross website The London-based estate King’s Cross has announced a significant uplift in retail performance for 2025, reinforcing its position as a primary global shopping and dining destination. Total sales across the wider estate rose by 13.5 percent year-over-year (YoY), driven by a diversifying tenant mix and high-profile brand acquisitions. Coal Drops Yard, the central retail hub of the development, recorded a 20 percent increase in sales as consumer demand […]

Street style look from Milan Men's Fashion Week FW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Following the Pitti Uomo menswear trade fair, which not only kicked off the new season but also showcased the latest visitor looks, all eyes are now on the streets of Milan. In the Italian fashion capital, the focus is on an understated look, playing more with details like a striking tie or unique buttons. Double-breasted Double-breasted jackets and coats in the FW26 street styles in Milan Credits: […]

Dior Homme AW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Opinion This season’s official rotation, beginning with Pitti Uomo in Florence and followed by Milan and Paris, arrived fragmented. Major houses including Gucci and Fendi opted out of Milan’s menswear calendar entirely, choosing instead to present co-ed collections during the women’s season or via alternative formats. JW Anderson was also notably absent, as Jonathan Anderson shifts his focus to Dior. The result was a pared-back Milan, […]

Credits: Photo by Volodymyr Hryshchenko via Unsplash. London - The price of silver surpassed the 100-dollar-an-ounce threshold for the first time on Friday. This was driven by its safe-haven status amid uncertainties sparked by Donald Trump's policies and by industrial demand in the solar and electronics sectors. Having more than doubled in value in under four months, silver gained 3.94 percent around 4:05pm GMT, reaching 100.03 dollars an ounce. This follows a surge in gold, which is […]

Guess flagship store in Rome, Italy. Credits: Guess. Authentic Brands Group has finalised its acquisition of a majority stake in Guess, taking the American brand private after a deal with existing shareholders was approved. The 1.4 billion dollar transaction, initially announced in August last year, sees Authentic secure a 51 percent stake in Guess’ intellectual property. The brand’s existing Rolling Stockholders – Maurice Marciano, Paul Marciano, Nicolai Marciano and Carlos Alberini […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai The UK retail sector saw a slight contraction this week, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales dropping by -0.94%. While this figure sits against a challenging +8.60% base from the previous year, the data reveals a clear "tug-of-war" between physical and digital channels, with fashion retailers proving most resilient on the shop floor. The fashion sector provided a rare bright spot in an otherwise muted week, recording its third consecutive positive outcome with total […]

France (+8.5 percent) and the US (+13.5 percent) were the two most represented countries overall Credits: Milano Unica Milano Unica has concluded its 42nd edition with an increase in international buyer attendance. The Italian high-end textile and accessories trade show took place at Fiera Milano Rho from January 20 to 22. It presented the spring/summer 2027 collections and saw France (+8.5 percent) and the US (+13.5 percent) emerge as the two most represented countries overall. The presence […]

Credits: Levi's Greatness attracts greatness. The Levi’s® brand and Jordan Brand continue their creative partnership with a bold new collection that celebrates the shared DNA of two brands embraced by every subculture – artists, athletes, activists, musicians, skaters, and dreamers. Most think of greatness as something only few reach, something that manifests on the biggest stage. But really, greatness is all around us. It’s woven in the fabric of who we are. The latest Levi’s x […]

Poundland. Credits: Pepco Budget retail chain Poundland has announced the end of its store closure programme, reflecting progress on its court-approved restructuring plan, including the relaunch of its Pep&Co clothing range. Now under the ownership of Gordon Brothers, the company said it has finalised its store consolidation efforts, which formed part of a restructuring plan approved by the High Court in August 2025. Poundland ended 2025 with 651 of its original 800 stores. Any further […]

Vera Wang portrait Credits: Batra Group American fashion designer Vera Wang is expanding beyond bridal with a new modern ready-to-wear line, which will debut in the UK and European markets for autumn/winter 2026. The collection, which is being introduced through private appointments in Paris this month, alongside Paris Fashion Week, is being developed in partnership with global brand platform Batra Group, and is described as a “new era” for Wang, offering ready-to-wear styles that reflect […]

Yoke autumn/winter 2026/27 collection Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Yoke, winner of the Fashion Prize of Tokyo, held its first solo fashion show in Paris yesterday, January 22. The award is hosted by the Japan Fashion Week Organization (JFWO) to promote Japanese brands internationally. The show took place amidst the bustling Paris Men's Fashion Week. The brand name 'Yoke' is derived from the term for a piece of fabric that connects different parts of a garment, embodying themes of […]

Brunello Cucinelli website Credits: Brunello Cucinelli Italian luxury brand Brunello Cucinelli has launched a new e-commerce platform underpinned by artificial intelligence (AI), which is now available in Italy, the UK, and the US, ahead of a rollout to other markets in the coming months. In a statement, the Italian brand said the new e-commerce platform is an evolution of the site BrunelloCucinelli.ai launched just over a year ago, which the Umbrian designer described as “human artificial […]

The funeral parlour. Credits: Courtesy Fondazione Valentino Garavani e Giancarlo Giammetti Anne Hathaway and Donatella Versace were among the stars who attended the funeral Friday of legendary Italian designer Valentino Garavani, with some mourners wearing touches of his trademark red in tribute. Rome's Basilica of Saint Mary of the Angels and of the Martyrs was decorated with wreaths of white roses while a large photo of the designer, who died on Monday aged 93, was placed in front of the […]

Willy Chavarria at the finale of his SS23 collection. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Paris - American designer of Mexican heritage, Willy Chavarria, known for his Chicano designs, will present his new collection in Paris this Friday. The show could become one of the most political of this Fashion Week. Chavarria is an outspoken activist and advocate for migrants and gay rights. He already caused a stir at his Paris presentation in June, where several tattooed men dressed in white knelt on […]

Credits: Saks. The head of fashion at Saks Global has exited the luxury retailer. Roopal Patel, the group’s senior vice president of fashion, has departed and her successor has not yet been named, according to a report by WWD. Patel’s exit was confirmed to the publication by Saks Global, which said in a statement: “Roopal Patel, SVP of the fashion office, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus, has made the decision to leave Saks Global. “We are evaluating opportunities for leadership of […]

IM Men autumn/winter 2026, menswear. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - Japanese house Issey Miyake presented the new fluid and colourful collection from its IM Men label on Thursday. The show took place in Paris on the third day of the men's fashion week. Unveiled in the heart of the Collège des Bernardins, the brand's new autumn/winter collection is aptly named "formless form". The coats are long and loose, as are the wrap trousers and sarouels that dance to the rhythm of the […]

Camperlab, presentation show in Paris of the autumn/winter 2026/2027 collection. Credits: Camperlab. Following the news of Achilles Ion Gabriel’s impending departure, anticipation reached a fever pitch as Camperlab unveiled its autumn/winter 2026/2027 collection on Thursday, January 22. This marks the penultimate collection for the Finnish designer, who is set to step down after a transformative six-and-a-half-year tenure as global creative director of the Camper Group. While officially […]

Resort 2026 Credits: Max Mara The Max Mara Art Prize for Women is entering a new international phase, with the long-running award set to become nomadic and travel to a different country for each future edition. The tenth edition (2025–2027) will partner with Museum MACAN in Jakarta, marking the prize’s first collaboration in Southeast Asia. Curated by Cecilia Alemani, Director and Chief Curator of High Line Art in New York, the new format expands the prize’s geographic scope while […]

Watches of Switzerland Group acquires Deutsch & Deutsch Credits: Deutsch & Deutsch via Facebook The UK-based luxury watch specialist Watches of Switzerland Group (WOSG) has announced the completion of its acquisition of Deutsch & Deutsch, a family-owned jewelry and timepiece retailer based in Texas. Operating since the 1920s, Deutsch & Deutsch is an authorized distributor for several high-end brands, including Rolex, Cartier, Omega, Tudor, Tag Heuer, Breitling, IWC Schaffhausen […]

Manolo Blahnik, Beijing store. Credits: Manolo Blahnik. Footwear label Manolo Blahnik has opened its second store in Mainland China, doubling down on the market as it continues wider global expansion. The company now operates 21 stores globally. This new location is the first Manolo Blahnik boutique in Beijing, and opens over one year on from the brand’s Chinese retail debut in Shanghai. Located within Beijing Shin Kong Place, the site intends to strengthen the brand’s presence in the […]

Credits: Unsplash New figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) have shown a modest, yet much-needed increase in retail sales volumes for December 2025, a positive end to a significantly more muted year for the sector. Over the month, sales rose 0.4 percent, up from a decline of 0.1 percent in November and a steeper drop of 0.8 percent in October. Annual sales volumes rose 1.3 percent over the year to 2025, driven by food, non-food stores and non-store retailers. In the three months […]

Dutch lingerie brand Hunkemöller in Ghent. Credits: Mmbsy The Dutch court has rejected the objections of several creditors against the takeover of Hunkemöller. They attempted to reverse the lingerie chain's acquisition by the American company Redwood Capital Management through the court. According to the court, there is insufficient evidence for this. The Dutch case appears to be primarily intended to exert pressure on ongoing proceedings abroad. Hunkemöller was fully acquired by Redwood, […]

Credits: Jimmy Choo Jimmy Choo unveils its Spring 2026 men’s campaign, featuring a trio of cultural creators, each representing a unique dialogue between craft, creativity and personal style. Shot on location in Japan, the campaign celebrates individuality and the intersection of style and making. These creators embody the spirit of the Jimmy Choo man: discerning, expressive, and rooted in appreciation of materiality. Through a series of still images and videos, each speaks to his personal […]

Kartik Research Menswear AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Men's fashion is embracing embroidery and handcrafted textiles that were once viewed as old-fashioned or feminine, with a clutch of modern Indian brands poised to benefit from the catwalk and celeb-driven trend. Embroidery is a historic mainstay of traditional clothing in Asia or the Middle East, as well as Western Haute Couture, but it is increasingly present in Paris, Milan or New York on modern men's shirts, bomber jackets […]

AI-generated image for illustration purposes. Credits: FashionUnited Despite the fashion industry’s current boom in innovations that tackle its biggest problems like textile waste, reliance on fossil fuels, harmful dyes and more, the pace of scaling is trailing behind. In a new report, the denim supply chain platform and think tank Transformers Foundation has identified three main barriers as well as three opportunities. The deep dive report “Unlocking Equity in Innovation: Balancing the […]

Credits: Mango International fashion brand Mango has launched Craft Your Future, a new education programme designed to strengthen craftsmanship and technical skills in the fashion industry. The initiative, developed in collaboration with LCI Barcelona School of Design, aims to train emerging professionals in pattern making, industrial garment construction, digital prototyping and quality control. The five-month course, subsidised by Mango and held at LCI Barcelona’s campus, brings together […]

Meti runway show at Hub of Africa Fashion Week 2026. Credits: Mekbib Tadesse / HAFW. Hub of Africa Fashion Week (HAFW) has never been about spectacle. Founded by Mahlet Teklemariam, it is an intimate, boutique platform built on care, conversation, and genuine human connection. Today, it stands as the third-largest fashion platform on the African continent, yet its strength has never come from scale alone. Its power lies in proximity: between designers and audiences, between makers and […]

Kurt Pierloot Credits: Bleckmann The Netherlands-based supply chain management provider Bleckmann has announced that its chief executive officer, Kurt Pierloot, is to step down after six and a half years in the role. The company, which specializes in omnichannel e-fulfillment for fashion and lifestyle brands, confirmed that the transition was reached by mutual agreement. Pierloot will remain with the organization for the coming weeks to support several strategic projects, ensuring a smooth […]

The US strategic consulting firm Actum has announced the appointment of Charlotte Blechman to establish and lead a new luxury, fashion and lifestyle consultancy. This strategic expansion broadens the firm’s existing portfolio in high-impact advisory services, encompassing strategy, communications, reputation and leadership counsel. Blechman joins Actum following nearly 30 years of experience in the global marketing and communications sectors. Most recently, she served as the chief marketing […]

Regent Street Credits: Kith London The fashion industry is no stranger to disruption, but the latest insolvency figures underline a worrying truth: retailers are still operating on borrowed time. While the month-on-month drop in retail insolvencies from 177 in October 2025 to 158 in November 2025 may offer a momentary sigh of relief, the broader trend is far less comforting. Insolvencies are still 14 percent higher than the 138 recorded in November 2024, a clear sign that the sector’s […]

Baume & Mercier watch. Credits: Baume & Mercier. Swiss luxury conglomerate Richemont and Italian jewellery firm Damiani Group have signed an agreement for the latter to acquire full ownership of specialist watchmaker Baume & Mercier. The private transaction marks a significant shift for the historic watch brand as it joins one of Italy’s last independent family-run luxury groups. With a legacy spanning 200 years, Baume & Mercier will become the primary watchmaking pillar […]

Vinted's US expansion campaign. Credits: Vinted. European resale platform Vinted has made a more definitive leap over the pond to launch its services in the US. Its expansion in the region, beginning with New York, responds to evidence of a growing need among Americans for an outlet to offload their secondhand goods. The latest shift hints at an intention to potentially scale the platform in the US, where Vinted has technically been operating since 2013, albeit only to a small consumer base. […]

IM Men FW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Japanese house Issey Miyake presented the new collection from its IM Men label in Paris on Thursday. The show took place on the third day of Paris Fashion Week, showcasing a fluid and colourful range. Unveiled in the heart of the Collège des Bernardins, the new autumn collection was aptly named "formless form". Coats were long and loose, as were the wrap trousers and sarouels. These garments danced to the rhythm of the models' steps and were […]

Credits: Loughborough Fashion Design & Technology Second-year students from Loughborough University’s School of Design and Creative Arts have earned praise from high-street retailer NEXT after designing sustainable capsule collections for a live industry brief. The project challenged students to develop six-look ranges that combine trend-relevant fashion with environmental responsibility for a proposed NEXT sub-brand. Over six weeks, participants explored sustainable design and […]

Ralph Lauren opens new store in Newport, California Credits: Ralph Lauren Ralph Lauren continues its retail expansion push across the West Coast with the opening of a new store in California and its first-ever Ralph’s Coffee location in the state. Located at Fashion Island, in Newport Beach, the new store features products across several of the American fashion house’s labels, including Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Women’s Collection, and Men’s Purple Label, next to a selection of curated […]

Primark store Credits: Centre Commercial Diagonal Mar, Spain Associated British Foods (ABF) today released its finalized revenue report for the 16-week period ending January 3, 2026, confirming that its retail powerhouse, Primark, performed in alignment with the cautionary estimates issued on January 8, 2026. Like-for-like sales at Primark clothing business fell 2.7 percent during the Christmas quarter. While the like-for-like sales decline met expectations, the formal update included slight […]

In Pictures Kenzo autumn/winter 2026/2027 presentation Credits: Kenzo Kenzo has returned to the home of label's founder Kenzo Takada. During a period of economic uncertainty, Nigo, artistic director of the Kenzo brand (LVMH), chose to present the autumn/winter 2026/2027 collection in the intimate and poetic setting of the late Kenzo Takada's home. At 8 Rue Sedaine in Paris, architect Xavier de Castella designed a peaceful haven for fashion designer Kenzo Takada: a house with wood […]

These images were generated by FashionUnited using an AI tool to support the digital strategy of our partner brands. The model is wearing pieces inspired by Rita Row. They were created to visually complement the narrative of this article. Credits: FashionUnited AI Ioannes is a rising independent fashion brand blending historical inspiration with contemporary edge. Founded in 2019 in Paris by German designer Johannes Boehl-Cronau, Ioannes quickly became known for mixing “the romantic with […]

Asda's new George concept store. Credits: Asda. Supermarket giant Asda has said it plans to partially relocate and outsource the distribution of its George clothing brand, putting at risk around 1,200 jobs. The retailer has confirmed to multiple media outlets, including the BBC, that it plans to move the online operations of the label to DHL’s depot in Derby from January 2027. This would see work move away from depots in Brackmills, Northamptonshire; Washington, Tyne & Wear; and […]

Zeena x Joanie summer dress edit Credits: Joanie British clothing brand Joanie, known for its vintage-inspired apparel and footwear for women, has announced its closure on social media and has stopped taking online orders. In a statement, Joanie said: “We created Joanie over many years of hard work, and have been a proudly independent brand and business for over 9 years. We’ve enjoyed many successful, fun moments along the way, but in recent years, we have met with so many challenges, too […]

Style visualization tool powered by GenAI Credits: Stitch Fix Introduces Stitch Fix Vision, a GenAI-Powered Style Visualization Experience Online personal styling service Stitch Fix has launched a new guarantee to help reinforce the notion that great style goes further than just clothes, but that it is also about showing up confidently. Introduced ahead of National Compliments Day on January 24, Stitch Fix has introduced a ‘Compliment Guarantee.’ Designed to combat the second-guessing of […]

The president of the United States, Donald J. Trump, during his speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 21, 2026. Credits: ©2026 World Economic Forum / Benedikt von Loebell. MADRID – Amid the volatile and unpredictable trade strategy defining the current U.S. administration, President Donald J. Trump has announced the suspension of the so-called “Greenland tariffs.” The decision was shared late Wednesday afternoon, following the President's address at the 2026 World […]

Kenneth Cole und Emily Cole. Credits: Kenneth Cole US fashion house Kenneth Cole is plotting an expansion across 30 countries, positioning itself among regions where it sees opportunity for growth. With a focus on Europe, the expansion is expected to generate between 400 and 500 million dollars in sales by 2030. The brand confirmed the move to WWD, through which it announced that its first concept store will open in March in Prague. This will be followed by an additional location in Austria, […]

In Pictures Clarks Originals debut apparel collection for SS26 Credits: Clarks Originals British footwear brand Clarks is expanding its Originals line beyond footwear with its first-ever unisex apparel collection, featuring T-shirts, caps, and socks. The brand teased the upcoming Clarks Originals collection during Paris Fashion Week Men’s, showcasing apparel for spring/summer 2026 inspired by its iconic “big three silhouettes”, the Wallabee, Desert Boot, and Desert Trek in an […]

Credits: INNATEX Scope Marketing Brands and retailers alike agree: the demands and expectations towards the fashion trade are ever more complex. That was evident at INNATEX 57 January 17-19, 2026. The international trade fair for sustainable textiles welcomed a slightly higher number of visitors compared to previous years. And there was talk of a return of optimism. At the same time, the situation remains complicated. This holds true for all product segments and there is no change in sight. […]

The Daily Front Row's Ninth Annual Fashion Los Angeles Awards Credits: Getty Images American fashion, lifestyle and media publication The Daily Front Row has been acquired by The Only Agency, a creative management agency working across the fashion, beauty, music and sports industries.  The acquisition comes as The Only Agency continues to expand, building on the launch of its sports division last spring. Following the acquisition, The Daily Front Row will continue to operate as usual, with […]

Karol G global brand ambassador for Reebok Credits: Reebok Sportswear brand Reebok has signed a multi-year partnership with Grammy-winning global recording artist Karol G, born Carolina Giraldo Navarro, as it looks to reintroduce its Reebok Classics collection for “a new era”. In a statement, Reebok said that Karol G would be its newest global brand ambassador, fronting its storytelling, content, and upcoming global activations, starting with being the star of its new ‘Born Classic. Worn […]

Dior Homme AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Dior designer Jonathan Anderson delivered his vision Wednesday of "today's aristocracy" in his second menswear show for the brand in Paris, mixing new gender-mixed creations with house symbols. The celeb-heavy runway show in the gardens of the Rodin Museum drew actor Robert Pattinson, Louis Vuitton designer Pharrell Williams and Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton, who sat on a power-packed front row. Anderson said he was thinking about "What […]

Dior at The Corner Shop at Selfridges Credits: Dior by Kristen Pelou We live in a time of overwhelming brand messaging, where even individuals carefully curate their own brands, and traditional communication finds it hard to cut through. This noise has awakened an exciting shift: brands are moving away from traditional advertising and embracing a new brand-entertainment hybrid that is delivering clear stand out. Written by George Gottl, CCO, Spatial Design at FutureBrand They’re creating […]

Axel Arigato Puffer Pop-Up, NK Stockholm Credits: Axel Arigato Frédéric Serrant is taking over the position of CEO at Axel Arigato. The appointed CEO announced his new role on the professional networking site LinkedIn on Monday. According to the industry publication Women’s Wear Daily, he succeeds Albin Johansson, who is stepping down from his role as chief executive officer. Serrant joins Axel Arigato from Adidas, where he has worked for the past 16 years. According to his LinkedIn […]

Set of the Louis Vuitton Men's autumn-winter 2026 show. Credits: © Louis Vuitton – All rights reserved The Louis Vuitton men's autumn-winter 2026 show was held in the immediate vicinity of the Fondation Louis Vuitton, within the Jardin d’Acclimatation. For this new season, men's collections artistic director, Pharrell Williams, envisioned much more than a collection: a global Louis Vuitton universe. A pragmatic approach to clothing In these times of economic uncertainty, the clothes from […]

Duty-free area. Credits: Unsplash. LVMH announced on Monday the sale of its Duty Free Shops (DFS) business in China to CTG Duty-Free, a major travel retail operator headquartered in Beijing. “As part of this transaction, CTG Duty-Free will acquire the DFS stores located in Hong Kong and Macau, as well as intangible assets including a portfolio of DFS brands and intellectual property rights for exclusive use in Greater China,” according to a statement from the luxury group. DFS, a company […]

Credits: Goldbergh At CIFF in Copenhagen, from 27 to 30 January 2026, Goldbergh will present its FW26 collection at stands EN-012 and EN-014. For Fall/Winter 2026-2027, Goldbergh presents a collection inspired by Japan - a destination where innovation, cultural heritage and precision coexist. From the dynamic cityscape of Tokyo to the powder-rich slopes of Niseko, the collection reflects a refined balance between performance, luxury and modern femininity. Japan’s unique contrast between […]

Saul Nash, AW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Milan Fashion Week for the autumn/winter 2026 season did not feature a packed schedule. Few major names presented their collections in the fashion capital. Nevertheless, there were several fashion highlights that explored themes of change and transformation. Here is an overview of the latest trends from Milan. Imperfect Domenico Orefice, Prada and Qasimi (left to right) Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Things got a little rougher at […]

Russell&Bromley store Liverpool opened in 2022 on South John Street. Credits: Image via Aver PR The future of the venerable British footwear retailer Russell & Bromley has been secured following a strategic acquisition by retail giant Next plc. Under the terms of the agreement, Next has acquired the Russell & Bromley brand name and associated intellectual property for a sum of 2.5 million pounds (3.35 million dollars), with an additional 1.3 million pounds paid for existing stock. […]

Credits: Chrissy Dore and Naomi Rahim Graduate designer Jessica Micheline Pangestu has unveiled her Threads of Identity collection, which combines traditional Indonesian batik with Western-inspired tailoring for the National Graduate Showcase (NGS) at the PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival, as shared by Fashion Journal AU. A student at RMIT University, Pangestu drew on her Chinese-Indonesian heritage to explore themes of identity, resilience and cultural fusion through four distinct looks. The […]

Credits: Browns Browns, the British iconic pioneer of luxury fashion, is proud to host an exclusive and transformative fine jewellery storytelling experience. On 29 January, the Browns Mayfair flagship will host "Fine Jewellery In Motion", an innovative presentation that creates a dialogue between models, stylists and guests. Moving away from the static nature of conventional luxury showcases, the event features a curated narrative where live-styled models move fluidly throughout the […]

Heikki Salonen, creative director at Salomon Credits: Salomon French outdoor specialist Salomon, known for its skiing, snowboarding, and technical footwear, has named former MM6 Maison Margiela creative Heikki Salonen as its first-ever creative director to usher in a “transformative new era”. Finnish designer Salonen, who has a career spanning 30 years, was most recently at MM6, part of Maison Margiela, where he served for 12 years as the label’s creative director, and was responsible […]

Alberta Ferretti catwalk Credits: Alberta Ferretti Italian luxury fashion house Alberta Ferretti will debut its autumn/winter 2026 collection during Dubai Fashion Week in February to mark its first full-scale showcase in the Middle East. Dubai Fashion Week, co-founded by D3, the creative eco-system by Tecom Group PJSC, and the Arab Fashion Council, will take place from February 1 to 6, positioned ahead of New York Fashion Week, as it looks to strengthen its position within the international […]

REPORT Who's Next January 2026 Credits: WSN Who's Next January 2026, the trade show organised by WSN Développement in Paris dedicated to autumn/winter 2026/2027 ready-to-wear collections, confirms one thing: in a weakened market, brands like Blundstone, Leon & Harper and True Religion know exactly who they are. They use the trade show as a tool for relationship building and business development, serving wardrobes designed for everyday use. With a 5 percent increase in visitors […]

Matil Vanlint MA Graduate Collection Credits: Matil Vanlint Interview Fashion, to some, might just be clothes for sale, but for Belgian designer Matil Vanlint, it is a career path that allows her to feel comfortable within her own body and a space to empower others through sharing her trauma. Vanlint is a rising talent who graduated from HEAD Geneve’s MA fashion course in November 2025 with her award-winning ‘V’ collection centred around three words: victim, violence, and victory. The […]

In Pictures Origins: An NFL Collection 2026 - Nostalgia Credits: NFL The National Football League (NFL) has tapped three San Francisco-based brands to create exclusive pieces for its Origins collection for the upcoming Super Bowl. The NFL has handpicked three brands, Aaron De La Cruz, Blvck Scvle, and Nostalgia, which it states are “rooted in the San Francisco Bay Area culture,” and tasked them with designing an exclusive line of merchandise that interprets the upcoming Super Bowl […]

Laura King, chief marketing officer at Schuh Credits: Schuh UK footwear retailer Schuh has appointed Laura King as its chief marketing officer, effective immediately. King has more than 20 years of marketing experience on both brand and agency sides, with a focus on fashion, sports, and youth culture, and has worked at advertising agency Wieden & Kennedy, where she managed the Nike account, and was more recently responsible for brand marketing at retailers Urban Outfitters and […]

American Eagle names Lamine Yamal as a global ambassador Credits: American Eagle Fashion and lifestyle retailer American Eagle has tapped Spanish footballer Lamine Yamal as its new global ambassador as part of its continued investment in sports culture. American Eagle has signed a five-year deal with the FC Barcelona footballer, described by the brand as a “historic” move, marking its first multi-year partnership as it looks to invest in sports and global talent. The deal will kickstart in […]

Bartolomeo Rongone at the Bottega Veneta SS24 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Luxury conglomerate Kering announced Tuesday that Bartolomeo “Leo” Rongone will step down as CEO of Bottega Veneta on March 31 to pursue new professional projects. The group confirmed that the search for a successor is already underway, with an appointment expected shortly. Rongone, who joined Kering in 2012 and took the helm of Bottega Veneta in 2019, has been credited by Kering CEO Luca de Meo for his […]

Jeanne Friot AW26 show at Paris Fashion Week. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Paris - "I can't imagine doing it any other way." French designer Jeanne Friot opened Paris Fashion Week on Tuesday with an energetic dance show that received a standing ovation. The show was a manifesto for fashion that is increasingly committed to defending LGBT+ identities. "My commitment comes from my personality, from being a lesbian, a queer woman," the 30-year-old designer, known for her eco-responsible […]

Burberry booth AR-mirror photobooth experience Credits: Playar Burberry Group has released its third-quarter trading update for the 13 weeks ended 27 December 2025, revealing a return to growth and steady progress under its "Burberry Forward" strategy. Chief Executive Officer Joshua Schulman reported that the luxury house achieved a sequential improvement in comparable sales growth and enhanced the quality of its revenue across various channels and geographies during the critical festive […]

Jonathan Anderson at the Dior spring/summer 2026 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Following a praised debut menswear collection in June, Jonathan Anderson returns to Paris on Wednesday with a new Dior Homme collection. This is a decisive step in establishing the brand's renewed identity and preparing for its haute couture debut. The show will be held on the second day of Paris Fashion Week Men's. It is scheduled for 2:30pm CET (1:30pm GMT) in the garden of the Rodin Museum and is one […]

JD Sports in Manchester's Trafford Centre Credits: JD Sports JD Sports Fashion has released its fourth quarter trading update, reporting a resilient performance during the critical peak trading period despite a volatile consumer environment. The Group achieved organic sales growth of 1.4 percent for the nine-week period ending 3 January 2026, while like-for-like (LFL) sales saw a slight decline of 1.8 percent, remaining consistent with the trend observed in the previous quarter. Based on these […]

Credits: Stone Island Stone Island introduces the next chapter of its “COMMUNITY AS A FORM OF RESEARCH” project, presenting its SPRING_SUMMER '026 collection. This ongoing exchange between Stone Island and the many voices within its broad community reflects a growing, cross-cultural dialogue, shaped by a shared commitment to exploration and innovation. This chapter once again brings together a varied group of individuals, portrayed in intimate moments where personality and pinnacle product […]

Credits: Primark Young people between 16 and 24 are growing up in a world full of global uncertainties, social pressure and a constant expectation to perform. Simultaneously, this generation is rewriting the rules. They are blurring gender boundaries, embracing DIY culture, finding comfort in nostalgic aesthetics and using fashion as a means to create space for who they want to be. In this search for identity, many young people still feel caught in the middle within the fashion industry. They […]

Lacoste Footwear Launch FW25 - Spinor Credits: Lacoste World Footwear’s latest Retail Flash report, published December 23 last year, paints a starkly contrasting picture of the global footwear landscape. While e-commerce growth and margin erosion are consistent global themes, their operational impacts vary radically by region. For decision-makers, the message is unequivocal: business models must adapt to an environment where growth is neither uniform nor guaranteed. France: a market in […]

Some of Valentino Garavani's creations exhibited a few months ago at the Orizzonti Rosso exhibition Credits: Pm23, ph. Whatever Milan With the passing of Valentino Garavani at 93, we witness the end of an era where Italian style reigned supreme. Joining the ranks of departed legends like Gianni Versace and Gianfranco Ferrè, Valentino’s legacy represents the pinnacle of Italian excellence. His work, rooted in the elegance of Rome and the industrial chic of Milan, inspired millions and […]

Leo Rongone and Remo Ruffini Credits: Moncler Bartolomeo “Leo” Rongone is the new CEO of Moncler, effective April 1, 2026. The executive, who is currently leading Bottega Veneta, will leave the Kering-owned brand at the end of March. Luca de Meo, chief executive officer of Kering, stated in a note: "I would like to thank Leo Rongone for his leadership and the significant contribution he has made to Bottega Veneta over the past six years. During his tenure, he achieved important milestones […]

César Garcia, VP/GM Nike EMEA and Cathy Sparks, VP/GM Nike Greater China Credits: Nike US sportswear company Nike has unveiled a series of executive transitions within its senior leadership team as the business seeks to accelerate its ‘Sport Offense’ strategy and streamline global operations. The changes affect leadership positions across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Greater China, and Asia Pacific and Latin America (APLA). Leadership transition in EMEA Carl Grebert, the current […]

Analysis Acne Studios SS26. Credit: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Access options depend on a brand's relationship with the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM). Member houses of the FHCM are automatically included in the show schedule. Selected guest houses, however, gain access to the FHCM's show and presentation calendar based on the decisions of the relevant committees. Guest brands must apply with a portfolio three or four months before Fashion Week to be listed for a […]