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Interview Janet Mandell, founder of rental showroom Janet Mandell. Credits: Janet Mandell. In a rental market dominated by convenience and price, Janet Mandell has carved out a niche: a couture-level service paired with a circular fashion ethos. From her showrooms in New York, Los Angeles and Chicago, Mandell has built a business that not only provides access to over 6,000 designer pieces, but also strives to care for clients as though they were stepping into a Parisian couture house. […]

Credits: FashionUnited Forever 21, a fast fashion retailer that filed for bankruptcy in the US, is making its fourth attempt at entering the Chinese market. Parent company Authentic Brands Group has reportedly partnered with local operator Chengdi to roll the brand out in the region. The news was shared at a press day and reported on by multiple news platforms, including Reuters. Here, Chengdi, partly owned by e-commerce platform Vipshop Holdings, said it will initially relaunch the brand in […]

Credits: FatFace x Raleigh FatFace has entered the German market through a new partnership with e-commerce platform Zalando. The launch reflects the British brand’s ongoing strategy to build up its international multichannel offering. FatFace’s womenswear and menswear collections will now be available to shop on Zalando’s German site, alongside its premium womenswear line, ‘Copper & Black’. Over the coming months, the brand is also planning to grow the selection into other […]

CeeDee Lamb from the Dallas Cowboys for Abercrombie & Fitch Credits: Abercrombie & Fitch Abercrombie & Fitch has signed a new multi-year partnership with the Dallas Cowboys and the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders, becoming the official fashion partner for the American football team and cheerleading squad. The first partnership of its kind between Abercrombie & Fitch and the National Football League, the news comes just days after the fashion retailer had been named the official […]

Credits: Coach New York-based Tapestry, Inc. is a leading American multinational holding company specializing in luxury fashion accessories and lifestyle products. The company's portfolio includes two brands: Coach and Kate Spade New York. This analysis comes at a pivotal time for Tapestry, following its recent fiscal year results and the strategic decision to streamline its brand portfolio, which has drawn the attention of investors, driving the share price to a new all-time high this month. […]

The eighth edition of IFCO - Istanbul Fashion Connection. Credits: Simone Preuss for FashionUnited The eighth edition of sourcing and fashion fair Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO) took place from 20th to 22nd August 2025. From the onset, IFCO was conceptualised to present Turkish brands and designers to the world and leave the notion of Turkey being a mere production location behind. Slowly, the efforts seem to bear fruits, with buyers from Eastern Europe, Russia, North Africa and the […]

Vetements FW 2017 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight French fashion brand Vetements has turned to the US Supreme Court with a request to review a trademark case. The company is challenging a decision by a lower court that rejected its trademark application for the name ‘Vetements’. At the crux of the issue is the question of whether the brand name, which means ‘clothing’ in French, can be trademarked in the US. The company argues the legal system is wrong to rely on the English […]

Credits: Dick's Sporting Goods US retailer Dick’s Sporting Goods has reported record sales for its second quarter ending August 2, 2025. As such, the company opted to raise its full year 2025 guidance. The brand’s comparable sales rose 5 percent, while net sales came to 3.65 billion dollars, an increase of 5 percent on the 3.47 billion dollars in the same period last year. Earnings per diluted share were 4.71 dollars, compared to 4.37 dollars in the prior year. “With Q2 comps at 5 […]

London shopping Credits: Pexels by Huy Phan The UK retail sector is celebrating a promising week, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales rising by a robust 3.35%. This positive result, building on a 1.76% base from the same week last year, was largely driven by a standout performance in the fashion sector, which saw strong sales both in-store and online, coinciding with the Summer Bank Holiday weekend. The apparel segment was a key contributor to the overall sales increase, with retailers […]

Claudia Sheinbaum, president of Mexico Credits: Luis Barron/Eyepix Group/NurPhoto / NurPhoto via AFP The Mexican government announced on Thursday the elimination of a temporary trade regime that allowed the tariff-free import of finished footwear. This has reduced production and employment in the sector, according to President Claudia Sheinbaum. This decision is the latest in a series that the left-wing government has implemented. It aims to protect the domestic industry from competition posed […]

Donald Trump Credits: Jim Watson / AFP As of Friday, the US has abolished duty-free imports for goods valued under 800 dollars. President Donald Trump initially lifted the exemption for China. At the end of July, he also ordered the end of duty-free status for parcels from around the world. International postal services had already restricted shipments to the US in recent weeks due to the increased workload. The White House wants them to collect more information on the contents of parcels […]

Sports Direct's Oxford Street store. Credits: Frasers Group. British retail giant Frasers Group has initiated a reshuffle of its boardroom upon the exit of its chairman, David Daly. Daly, who has been with the company for eight years, will be stepping down on September 24 following the company’s AGM. Daly is to be succeeded by Jon Thompson, who will step into the role of chair on September 1. Thompson initially joined Frasers’ board in June 2024 as non-executive director. His promotion, […]

Skechers store in Gent Credits: Skechers 3G Capital Partners has officially received all the necessary regulatory approvals in order to finalise its acquisition of footwear brand Skechers U.S.A., Inc. On receipt of the green light, the duo are now anticipating the 9.4 billion dollar transaction to close September 12. The deal is currently still subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions outlined the the initial definitive merger agreement, announced May 4. 3G has announced a […]

Gap and Old Navy stores in New York. Credits: Gap. US-based retailer Gap Inc. reported flat net sales for the second quarter to August 2, 2025, amounting to 3.7 billion dollars. Comparable sales were up 1 percent year-over-year (YoY), reflecting the sixth consecutive quarter of positive growth. Store sales saw a 1 percent decrease, while online sales rose 3 percent and accounted for 34 percent of the company’s total net sales. Gap concluded the quarter with around 3,500 store locations […]

Anta-Store in Beijing, China Credits: Su weizhong / Imaginechina / Imaginechina via AFP Chinese apparel and sporting goods group Anta Sports Products Limited recorded another sales increase in the first half of the 2025 financial year and added Jack Wolfskin to its portfolio. The parent company of brands such as Fila and Anta increased sales by 14.3 percent to 38.5 billion yuan (4.6 billion euros) in the first six months, compared to the previous year. This is according to preliminary figures […]

Credit: Brunello Cucinelli Italian fashion house Brunello Cucinelli achieved a net profit of 76.7 million euros in the first six months of the financial year. This represents a 16 percent increase compared to a year earlier, according to the financial update. The fashion house announced in July that its revenue for the period amounted to 684.1 million euros. This represents an increase of 10.2 percent. The profit figures were not disclosed when the revenue figures were published. Founder and […]

Nike Running @ The Corner at Nordstrom NYC Credits: Nike Nike (NKE) is planning another round of job cuts to help the company grow again, according to CNBC. The layoffs will affect fewer than 1 percent of Nike's office staff. It's not clear how many people will lose their jobs, but the EMEA region and Converse brand won't be affected. Back in February, Nike reportedly said it would cut 2 percent of its workforce-over 1,500 jobs-as part of a bigger plan to reorganize. This new round of layoffs […]

Ssense Montréal store. Credits: Ssense. Canadian e-commerce platform Ssense has filed for bankruptcy protection. The company is said to be submitting an application under Canada’s Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), SSense confirmed in a statement to FashionUnited on Friday. The CCAA is a federal law comparable to bankruptcy protection that allows corporations to restructure their finances. It applies to insolvent corporations owing creditors more than five million US dollars […]

Fashion Council Germany kooperiert mit Ebay Credits: FCG Retail is evolving from mere transactions to transformative experiences. This insightful panel brings together industry leaders: Alexis Hoopes (Global VP of Fashion, eBay), Theresa Schleicher (CEO, Theresa Schleicher), Weixin Zha (Journalist, FashionUnited), Aline Amike (Founder, Amike Studios), and Sara Effenberger (Founder, Effenberger Couture). They will delve into how brands and retailers are redefining the shopping journey, […]

Alohas' New York store. Credits: Alohas. Alohas is set to enter the UK retail market. The Barcelona fashion brand has selected London for its first store in the region, where it is due to open its doors in September. Located in Soho at 45 Beak Street, the store will offer a curated selection of the brand’s footwear, alongside pieces from its new collections. To align with its on-demand business model, samples from each design will be on display for customers to try. Once purchased, the […]

Credits: Bleckmann DeMellier, the purpose-driven brand known for its award-winning handbags, has partnered with Bleckmann to enhance its logistics operations. This collaboration is designed to support DeMellier’s rapid growth, meet seasonal demand and manage high-volume fluctuations with greater efficiency. DeMellier’s fulfillment operations will be strengthened through Bleckmann’s strategically located and specialized logistics centre in Rieme (B). This collaboration is expected to […]

Movado Credits: Catherine Rose Boutique, Dallas TX via Facebook Movado Group, Inc., a US-based watch and jewellery company, has reported a 3.1 percent increase in net sales to 161.8 million dollars for its second quarter of fiscal year 2026, up from 157.0 million dollars in the prior-year period. This growth was led by the performance of its licensed brands and company-owned stores, a result which chairman and chief executive officer Efraim Grinberg called "pleasing". International markets […]

Marks & Spencer menswear campaign. Credits: Marks & Spencer. British department store Marks & Spencer is hoping to further tap into the menswear market through the launch of an Instagram channel dedicated to the category. According to a Kantar study cited by the retailer, it already holds a 10.4 percent market share, and is thus “doubling down on its ambition to broaden customer appeal” by targeting new younger male customers. With this, the company has launched ‘M&S […]

Asda's new George concept store. Credits: Asda. Supermarket giant Asda’s efforts to double down on fashion have helped accelerate its financial results for the second quarter of the year. The retailer’s clothing brand, George at Asda, welcomed a 2.5 percent increase in like-for-like sales during the quarter. The uptick comes after Asda opened its first standalone George concept store in Leeds during May. Following positive feedback, the company said it is planning to rollout a further 10 […]

Giorgio Armani Privé 2005-2025 Credits: SGP / Armani Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani has purchased one of the oldest active clubs in the world: the legendary 'Capannina di Franceschi', in Forte dei Marmi, an exclusive seaside resort on the Tuscan coast. The beach hut was converted into a disco in 1929 and has been a cult destination ever since. From summer 2026, the club is set to continue operating under Armani's leadership. As early as the 1930s, it was fashionable to sit and be […]

Castore store in Rotterdam Credits: Castore Sportswear brand Castore has announced its intention to acquire Belstaff in a deal that intends to accelerate the joint international growth of both brands. The company said it has agreed to acquire 100 percent of Belstaff’s shares on a debt-free, cash-free basis. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. As part of the transaction, Belstaff’s parent company, Ineos, a firm owned by businessman Jim Ratcliffe, will make a “significant […]

Jo Whitfield, former Matalan CEO and Asda non-exec director. Credits: Asda. Jo Whitfield, retail veteran and former chief executive for Matalan, has been appointed chair of the British Retail Consortium (BRC). She will succeed Andy Higginson, whose tenure comes to an end on October 2. Whitfield, who is the first female chair of the BRC, brings to the role 25 years of experience in retail, having previously served in leadership roles at The Co-Op and Asda, as well as helming Matalan. She […]

Credits: Fauxels / Pexel Fashion is shaped by heritage, innovation and the people who bring both to life. From French elegance to American sportswear icons, from luxury houses to bold streetwear players, every brand carries a unique story, and each one offers a different way to grow a career. Behind timeless designs and trend-setting collections stand teams of professionals who combine craftsmanship with curiosity and passion with performance. For those looking to take the next step, the […]

Credits: Victoria's Secret Victoria’s Secret welcomed a marginal increase in sales for the second quarter of the financial year, prompting the lingerie giant to raise its full-year outlook. For the 13-week period ended August 2, the company saw net sales rise 3 percent year-over-year, from 1.417 billion dollars in the year prior to 1.459 billion dollars. This came above previously cited expectations, management noted. Total comparable sales also rose 4 percent. Sales were particularly strong […]

Credits: Wolford AG Wolford AG faced "repercussions of business disruptions" in the first half of the current 2025 financial year. In the first six months, the Austrian apparel supplier's revenue decreased by 10.1 million euros to 33 million euros compared to the previous year. This was revealed in an ad hoc announcement published on Thursday. Wolford attributes the decline to "ongoing effects of delivery delays and store closures" initiated in the previous year. Although the issues were […]

Das Le Café in The Louis in Shanghai. Credits: Louis Vuitton French luxury giant Louis Vuitton is under investigation in the US for a data breach in which hackers gained unauthorised access to customer information. The US subsidiary of the brand, Louis Vuitton North America, Inc., has been accused of potentially violating state and federal laws after it delayed notifying impacted individuals following the incident. Despite the breach occurring in June 2025, class action law firm Schubert […]

Bad Bunny for Calvin Klein. Credits: Marks & Spencer / Calvin Klein. Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger are to become two of the world's most desirable lifestyle brands. This long-term goal has been set by PVH Corp, the US parent company of the two labels. “The second quarter marked another step on our multi-year journey to unlock the full potential of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger and to gradually build them into the world's most desirable lifestyle brands,” PVH CEO Stefan Larsson […]

Pandora Talisman: An Homage to Ancient Coins and Modern Identity Credits: Pandora This fall, PANDORA launches the PANDORA Talisman collection, ushering in a new era in the PANDORA jewelry universe. Inspired by ancient coins, the collection transforms timeless symbols into modern expressions of personality. Each piece is designed to reflect the values it embodies, echoing the campaign message. Credits: Pandora This launch marks an exciting reimagining of PANDORA's traditional […]

Fibre Spinnova. Credits: Spinnova Finnish material innovation firm Spinnova has entered an agreement to buy all the shares of distributor Woodspin Oy and raw materials provider Suzano Finland Oy for a total of two euros per share. The agreement will transfer ownership of the two companies from Brazilian company Suzano S.A. to Spinnova, which will also make a capital contribution of five million euros as part of the deal. Spinnova will further own a large demo facility that produces its […]

KiTChoUN by Kiabi. Credits: Kiabi French company Kiabi continues its diversification strategy and announces the launch of a new brand, Kitchoun. The children's footwear label allows the fashion retailer to expand its own-brand ecosystem. Kitchoun's slippers, first-steps shoes and technical socks are designed for babies and children aged zero to three. The range complements Kiabi's other own brands: Kiabi Kids and Kiabi Home, launched in 2024. Ambitious diversification plan In a press release, […]

Hollister campaign Credits: Abercrombie & Fitch Abercrombie & Fitch Co. exceeded expectations in the second quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, achieving another record revenue. The US-based apparel provider increased its revenue by 7 percent year-on-year to 1.2 billion dollars. This made the quarter, which ended on August 2, the eleventh consecutive quarter of growth for the company, Abercrombie & Fitch announced on Wednesday. Subsequently, the revenue expectations for the […]

Credits: DEICHMANN Calzados, a subsidiary of the German group DEICHMANN SE, Europe's leading footwear retailer, presents its new "BACK TO SCHOOL" campaign. With this new campaign, DEICHMANN celebrates the start of the school year as a time of new beginnings. Europe's largest footwear retailer presents its selection of renowned sports brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma and Fila , bringing a breath of fresh air to the classroom with cinematic-style storytelling. The campaign will run from July 28 […]

Destination XL retail store. Credits: Calvin L. Leake via Dreamstime Destination XL Group (DXL) has said its results for the second quarter of the year reflect a “softness” in the big and tall sector, as the company swings to a loss and total sales drop. The specialty retailer reported a net sales decline of 7.5 percent to 115.5 million dollars, decreasing on the 124.8 million dollars seen in the same period of year prior. Comparable sales decreased 9.2 percent year-over-year. The group […]

Credits: Free People (via OBCM) American fashion group Urban Outfitters, Inc. (UO) saw increases in both revenue and profit in the first half of the year. UO is the parent company of retailers Anthropologie and Urban Outfitters, fashion brand Free People and clothing rental company Nuuly. The group's revenue rose by 11 percent in the first six months. This resulted in record revenue of 2.83 billion dollars. The largest increase was seen at Free People. UO attributes this to an increase in […]

Michael Michael Kors Fall 2025 campaign starring brand ambassadors Suki Waterhouse. Credits: Michael Kors Michael Kors is excited to announce its Fall 2025 campaign starring brand ambassadors Suki Waterhouse and Logan Lerman photographed by Lachlan Bailey in Rome, Italy. Captured against the iconic backdrop of the Eternal City, Waterhouse and Lerman channel Rome’s allure in fall’s must-have looks, styled by Emmanuelle Alt. From the Piazza Navona to the Spanish Steps and the Fountain of […]

Perfect Moment x BWT Alpine Formula One Team Credits: Perfect Moment Skiwear brand Perfect Moment has completed two financing transactions totaling around 6.6 million dollars, and is thus “positioned to accelerate growth following a series of operational and strategic initiatives implemented earlier this year”. Much of the new funding comes from chairman of the board, Max Gottschalk, who extended a total of over 5 million dollars in loans to the company. This will provide working capital […]

Reni Folawiyo, founder of the Alara concept store, poses for a photo inside the store in Lagos on August 20, 2025. Credits: OLYMPIA DE MAISMONT / AFP Its modern architecture complemented by latticework inspired by local Yoruba textiles, Alara, west Africa's first fashion and design "concept store", is an imposing sight in Lagos, Nigeria's bustling economic capital. Founder Reni Folawiyo is now 10 years into forging what she calls "Afro-lux", Alara serving as a homebase for designs that "play […]

Credits: Kohl's Corp Progress has been made with the turnaround strategy of Kohl’s. The US retail giant reported a “sales performance that came in ahead of our expectations” for the second quarter, interim CEO, Michael Bender, said. “While it is clear that these initiatives are beginning to resonate with our customers, our team remains focused on delivering progressive improvement throughout the remainder of the year against a challenging economic backdrop,” said Bender. Despite net […]

On launches the Cloudboom Max. Credits: On The Cloudboom Max delivers race-day performance designed for dedicated marathon runners targeting a 4:00 to 4:30 hour finish. With max cushioning, a glass-fiber Speedboard®, and a stable, supportive ride, it brings high-performance innovation to runners who train seriously and need comfort over long distances. The Cloudboom Max joins the Cloudboom family – On’s dedicated race day footwear offering. Whether chasing a personal best or running their […]

Guess store. Credits: Guess Guess?, Inc. has announced a 6 percent increase in revenue to 772.9 million dollars for its second quarter of fiscal year 2026, up from 732.6 million dollars in the same period last year. The revenue rise, driven by strong performance in Europe and North America, comes as the company moves towards a proposed take-private transaction. The Los Angeles-based company’s second quarter revenues were ahead of expectations, primarily due to stronger comparable store […]

Credits: New Balance For more than a century, New Balance has stood as one of the few independently owned, family-led global players in the sports and lifestyle industry. Founded in 1906 as an arch support company, the brand has evolved into a powerhouse recognized not just for innovative footwear and apparel, but for its unwavering commitment to quality, integrity, and community impact. New Balance is not a heritage brand, it is a brand with heritage, driven by innovation and a clear purpose, […]

Belstaff to make its city debut in Victoria Leeds. Credits: Victoria Leeds Redical has announced that Belstaff, the British menswear brand, is to make its city debut in Victoria Leeds, its premium lifestyle destination, this September. Belstaff will open a 2,259 sq ft space in the historic Victoria Quarter, and is an addition that extends the destination’s menswear offer alongside the likes of Barbour, Hawes & Curtis, and Ralph Lauren. Inspired by the longstanding tradition of […]

Foot Locker store. Credits: Foot Locker Foot Locker Inc. has reported a total sales decrease of 2.4 percent to 1.85 billion dollars for the second quarter of 2025, marginally down from 1.89 billion dollars in the same period last year. The decline comes as the New York-based athletic retailer prepares for its acquisition by US company Dick’s Sporting Goods. Excluding the effect of foreign exchange rate fluctuations, total sales for the quarter decreased by 3.7 percent. Comparable sales were […]

Credits: Matthew Drinkwater, Fashion Innovation Agency Matthew Drinkwater, founder of the Fashion Innovation Agency, and Ann Claes, fashion tech optimist at MASJIEN, explore how advanced AI tools are transforming the fashion industry. They will discuss the integration of technology and tradition to redefine craftsmanship for a new era and accelerate the creative process.

Credits: Soeur The project Soeur translates its taste for bold lines and colour into an eyewear range featuring three styles with distinct characters. Lee, with its oversized mask form, stands out with its contemporary sculptural lines; Jean, with its cat-eye, brings finesse and femininity to the face; Amber, with its tapered metal frame, embodies 1990s’ pared-down understatement. Made in Italy, the glasses meld materials – acetate and metal – with the Soeur colour identity: deep brown, […]

Rains opens pop-up in Galeries Lafayette Credits: Rains Danish outerwear brand Rains and CEO Steen Borgholm are parting ways. Borgholm announced his departure on Wednesday on the career network LinkedIn. This follows last week's announcement that he would be handing over the role of CEO to founder Daniel Brix Hesselager. At the same time, Borgholm announced his new role. He was appointed to the Board of Directors of the Swedish outerwear specialist Haglöfs AB on Wednesday. "We are very […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai Aritzia Inc., a Canadian design house and apparel retailer, has established itself in the fashion industry by offering what it calls "everyday luxury" — a blend of aspirational design, high-quality materials, and accessible pricing. The company designs and sells its exclusive brands of apparel and accessories through a direct-to-consumer (D2C) model, operating a network of physical boutiques and a robust e-commerce platform. The company's recent performance has […]

Mumbai, India. Credits: Unsplash. New US tariffs on imports from India due to its oil trade with Russia have come into effect. As of Wednesday, the United States is imposing an additional tariff of 25 percent on products from the South Asian country, according to a document in the US Federal Register. Former US President Donald Trump ordered the move in early August. This doubles the tariff rate imposed on India under Trump's administration to 50 percent. Trump intends to further weaken the […]

Credits: Courtesy of Swatch Swatch shares rose sharply on Wednesday afternoon. After jumping to 151 francs, they were last up 4.4 percent at 147.55 francs. Several traders cited reassuring statements in a conference call on US business. The watch group assured that the market was developing strongly. They also stated that tariffs were manageable. There was no official press release from Swatch or presentation material. In Swatch's wake, shares of luxury goods manufacturer Richemont gained […]

AE x TK by Travis Kelce. Courtesy of American Eagle Credits: Courtesy of American Eagle American Eagle Outfitters has launched a debut limited edition collection with Tru Kolors by Travis Kelce, the sportswear and lifestyle brand from the American football tight end player. The collection launch comes a day after news broke of the Kansas City Chiefs footballer’s engagement to artist Taylor Swift.  More than a year in the making, the new AE x Tru Kolors by Travis Kelce collection “merges […]

In-depth Does sustainability actually sell? Credits: Unsplash Sustainability remains a key component for many consumers when considering a new purchase - until it is time to make the sale, that is. The ongoing gap between what consumers say they want and what they actually want and do with it could be hindering the uptake of sustainable practices - but is it truly up to the consumers?  Sustainability and whether it actually sells or not was the main focus of a recent webinar from Future […]

JD Sports in Manchester's Trafford Centre Credits: JD Sports British sportswear retailer JD Sports has stated that organic sales improved for Q2 2025 in North America and Europe, while sales in the UK declined, affected by tough comparisons with the same quarter last year, when the company benefited from the Euro 2024 football tournament. In its Q2 statement for the 13 weeks to August 2, JD Sports reported that total group organic sales increased 2.2 percent to 3.1 million pounds, down 3 […]

Decathlon City Montparnasse, Rue de Rennes, Paris. Credits: Decathlon The sports retailer Decathlon is strengthening its local strategy by opening its ninth Parisian store. The address is integrated into a Boulanger store, a chain specialising in household appliances and multimedia, occupying an entire floor. Located on Rue de Rennes, in the sixth arrondissement of Paris, the new Decathlon store represents the fourth opening in France since the beginning of the year. It allows the retailer to […]

The Viltse collection by Gunia Project Credits: Ukrainian Fashion Week website While Paris, Milan, New York and London Fashion Weeks stand as epicentres of fashion, they are not the only ones offering show schedules. Discover the international fashion week calendar for the spring/summer 2026 womenswear collections. Oslo Runway (Norway) from August 25 to 30, 2025 New Zealand Fashion Week from August 25 to 30, 2025 Moscow Fashion Week (Russia) from August 28 to September 2, 2025 Amsterdam […]

Lululemon store in Hamburg. Credits: FashionUnited Canadian athleisure brand Lululemon has appointed Ranju Das as its first-ever chief AI and technology officer, as it looks to leverage artificial intelligence to improve product innovation and personalise the customer experience. Das has more than two decades of leadership experience scaling global organisations and driving AI-first innovation in healthcare, financial technology, and consumer technology, and brings with him to Lululemon […]

A Tommy Hilfiger store Credits: Tommy Hilfiger US clothing group PVH Corporation (PVH Corp) performed better than expected in the second quarter of 2025. Despite a challenging environment, the company increased both its revenue and profit. The parent company of brands such as Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger announced this on Wednesday. The core brands played a significant role in this. They further expanded their market presence through collaborations and marketing initiatives. PVH Corp CEO […]

Lacoste, capsule collection From the Crocodile to the Goat. Credits: Lacoste. Lacoste's iconic crocodile has been replaced by a goat. This transformation, however, is only for a capsule collection dedicated to one of its main ambassadors: tennis player Novak Djokovic, sometimes nicknamed the "goat" by fans and the media. Lacoste celebrates Novak Djokovic Lacoste's choice of a goat to replace the crocodile stems from the meaning of the acronym GOAT (Greatest of All Time). This is Djokovic's […]

Credits: Photo Credits: El diseñador georgiano Demna, director creativo de Balenciaga. Kering, fotografía de archivo. Demna's husband briefly posted a photo of himself in vintage Tom Ford-era Gucci, hinting at Demna's potential creative direction for Gucci. This deleted photo sparks discussion on Gucci's struggle for identity, past creative directors, and balancing heritage with modern relevance, all while aiming to recapture the magic of the Tom Ford era.

Rivoli Building Credits: La Samaritaine South Korean group Handsome, a subsidiary of Hyundai Department Store Group, is considering continued expansion in Europe, with discussions underway for regular entry into several major French department stores and wholesale contracts with global distributors, including Harrods in the UK. A Handsome official stated: "Paris serves as a springboard for our global expansion, with plans to enter North American and Asian markets beyond Europe." Pop-up store […]

Credits: Xinjiang cotton via Ecotextile Organisations in Australia are cracking down on local fashion brands suspected of carrying out systemic labour rights violations. A new report by Oxfam Australia, backed by the Human Rights Law Centre, has outlined evidence of exploitation and child labour specifically across Bangladesh’s garment supply chain, with potential links to Australian retailers. For the ‘Unravelling Exploitation’ report, the local subsidiary for Oxfam carried out […]

Q2 - 2025 Credits: FashionUnited ai The second quarter of 2025 saw the global fashion industry contending with the direct fallout from sweeping US trade tariffs, a development that dominated strategic planning and financial performance. Following the initial shock of President Trump's "Liberation Day" tariff announcements in April, the sector entered a period of intense recalibration, marked by a stark polarisation between struggling mid-market players and consolidating giants, all while […]

Q2 - 2025 Credits: FashionUnited ai This article is part of the Q2 2025 apparel industry report. Report index: Apparel companies posting strong performance in Q2 2025 Companies reporting sales and profit drops in Q2 2025 Apparel technology investments and innovation in Q2 2025 Executive summary list of apparel companies’s results Q2 2025 Strategic acquisitions and expansions in apparel, Q2 2025 Based on financial reporting in the second quarter of 2025, several companies demonstrated […]

Q2 - 2025 Credits: FashionUnited ai This article is part of the Q2 2025 apparel industry report. Report index: Apparel companies posting strong performance in Q2 2025 Companies reporting sales and profit drops in Q2 2025 Apparel technology investments and innovation in Q2 2025 Executive summary list of apparel companies’s results Q2 2025 Strategic acquisitions and expansions in apparel, Q2 2025 Based on the financial reports published in the second quarter of 2025, a summary of the […]

Q2 - 2025 Credits: FashionUnited ai This article is part of the Q2 2025 apparel industry report. Report index: Apparel companies posting strong performance in Q2 2025 Companies reporting sales and profit drops in Q2 2025 Apparel technology investments and innovation in Q2 2025 Executive summary list of apparel companies’s results Q2 2025 Strategic acquisitions and expansions in apparel, Q2 2025 Based on the financial reports and industry news from the second quarter of 2025, here is a […]

Q2 - 2025 Credits: FashionUnited ai This article is part of the Q2 2025 apparel industry report. Apparel companies posting strong performance in Q2 2025 Companies reporting sales and profit drops in Q2 2025 Apparel technology investments and innovation in Q2 2025 Executive summary list of apparel companies’s results Q2 2025 Strategic acquisitions and expansions in apparel, Q2 2025 Based on the reports published in or about the second quarter of 2025, here is a summary of the performance of […]

Q2 - 2025 Credits: FashionUnited ai This article is part of the Q2 2025 apparel industry report. Report index: Apparel companies posting strong performance in Q2 2025 Companies reporting sales and profit drops in Q2 2025 Apparel technology investments and innovation in Q2 2025 Executive summary list of apparel companies’s results Q2 2025 Strategic acquisitions and expansions in apparel, Q2 2025 Based on the financial reports and industry news from the second quarter of 2025, here is a […]

Poundland store. Credits: Pepco Poundland has received court-backing for its restructuring plan, allowing it to bypass administration. A representative told the High Court earlier today that the budget retailer would run out of money by September 7, 2025, if the plan was not approved. Speaking to the court for Poundland Limited, Tom Smith KC said the retailer’s financial position had “significantly deteriorated during the last two years” and that it had “performed poorly in a […]

Debenhams stand at Graduate Fashion Week 2025 Credits: Graduate Fashion Week Amid an ongoing, company-wide transformation plan, much of which relies on transitioning to a marketplace model, Debenhams Group – formerly Boohoo Group – has seen a marginal improvement in performance for the full-year to February 28, 2025, despite overall sales softening. The company reported an adjusted EBITDA of 41.6 million pounds, with an improved margin of 5.3 percent, driven by lower distribution costs […]

Donald Trump Credits: Gage Skidmore via Flickr The EU remains unfazed by new tariff threats and demands from US president Donald Trump. Spokespeople for the European Commission, responsible for EU trade policy, made it clear in an initial reaction that the EU will not be dictated to by Trump regarding the rules it sets for digital platforms and businesses. They also referred to the recent agreements to resolve the trade conflict, which provide for a tariff ceiling of 15 percent for almost all […]

Credits: Levi's The Levi’s® brand today unveiled its new global Icons campaign, starring Grammy-nominated country artist Shaboozey alongside acclaimed chef, restaurateur, and Emmy-winning television star Matty Matheson. The new Icons campaign features three cinematic films starring Shaboozey with Matty Matheson, capturing the Western Spirit Levi’s shares with its wearers — scrappy, quick-witted, with a side of reckless. Directed by renowned filmmaker and tastemaker Glenn Kitson with […]

Monsoon Children AW23 collection Credits: Monsoon Children Back-to-school shopping in Britain has taken on the air of a fashion season in its own right, though one dictated less by catwalks than by cashflow. New research from Fulfilmentcrowd, the logistics group, shows parents are beginning earlier each year, some as soon as April, with search activity peaking between 27 July and 2 August. Yet despite this head start, the majority still hold out for late-summer promotions. “We’re also […]

Costumes designed by Vivienne Westwood. Bild: ©Getty Images British luxury brand Vivienne Westwood designed the costumes for the amfAR Gala, which took place on Sunday, August 24. Around 400 high-profile figures from the arts, culture, politics and business gathered at the Salzburg Residence. The theme was Hugo von Hofmannsthal’s "Jedermann", which was performed as part of the Salzburg Festival. Creative director Andreas Kronthaler transformed costumes once worn by opera singers and […]

Christian McCaffrey for While on Earth Credits: While on Earth Christian McCaffrey, a running back for the NFL’s San Francisco 49ers, has left his longtime sponsor, Nike, to join performance footwear and apparel brand While on Earth as a co-founder and investor to “shape the future” of the brand. McCaffrey, who spent his professional career to date with Nike, said the move to join forces with While on Earth signals “not just an evolution but a deeper belief in the company’s mission, […]

Sweaty Betty rebranded ‘Don’t Sweat It’ campaign Credits: Sweaty Betty Activewear brand Sweaty Betty reported a slight profit of 573,586 pounds during 2024, swinging back to black after previously reporting a loss of 10.55 million pounds in the year prior. In a filing with the UK’s Companies House, the brand, which is owned by Wolverine Worldwide, also reported an EBITDA profit of 10.48 million pounds, up from a prior loss of 4.53 million pounds. Gross profit margin rose from 49.4 […]

LFDY opens new store in Paris Credits: Live Fast Die Young Clothing GmbH Live Fast Die Young Clothing GmbH (LFDY) is expanding into France. The company is opening its first store in Paris. The Düsseldorf-based streetwear brand plans to open the doors of its first French shop at 33 Rue du Temple in the Marais district of Paris in November, LFDY announced on Tuesday. The company will present itself over 100 square metres of retail space. This will be LFDY’s eighth store. In addition to Paris, […]

Credits: New Look. The owners of New Look are said to have appointed bankers at Rothschild to oversee a strategic review, which is expected to lead to a sale by next year. Alcentra and Brait, shareholders that have owned the British retailer since 2020, are believed to have turned to Rothschild to advise as they plot a possible exit, according to Sky News. The media outlet said that the appointment of the bank comes on the heels of a number of unsolicited approaches for the business from […]

Credits: Tenson Modern technical outdoor jackets combine waterproof and windproof qualities with breathability, thanks to advanced materials and constructions. The key properties, from fully waterproof to water-repellent, windproof and breathable, are explained below, as well as the technologies that enable this performance, because does anyone really know the difference? Waterproof vs water-repellent A jacket is called waterproof if it keeps out precipitation completely, no matter how long or […]

H&M debuts at The Original Farmers Market. Credits: H&M. H&M has unveiled a new flagship in Los Angeles featuring a “more curated customer journey” ahead of a city-wide store rollout for the Swedish fashion giant. The new location, based at The Original Farmers Market at 3rd and Fairfax, sees the introduction of a new format for H&M in the US market, with upgraded interiors and enhanced service features intended to create a more inspirational shopping experience. Over two […]

M&S launches resale on Ebay Credits: M&S British retailer Marks & Spencer has launched a dedicated resale store on marketplace platform Ebay, which will allow shoppers to trade in and buy back pre-loved M&S clothing, footwear and accessories, as demand for pre-loved fashion continues to soar. The launch is the latest initiative under Another Life, which is how M&S activates its Plan A sustainability strategy in fashion, home and beauty. Another Life brings together […]

Victoria Beckham SS25, Look 1 Credits: Spotlight Launchmetrics Victoria Beckham’s namesake fashion and beauty brand posted an uptick in revenue for 2024, marking the company’s fourth consecutive year of revenue growth and reflecting continued turnaround efforts. In a statement, Sybille Darricarrère Lunel, who was appointed chief executive officer of Victoria Beckham in July, called 2024 a “pivotal year” that was “marked by strategic investment and rightsizing to position the […]

Pandora store in Munich. Credits: Pandora Danish jewellery company Pandora continues to advance its share buyback programme, valued at 4,000 million Danish krone, equivalent to approximately 535 million euros. Having already executed two phases for more than 2,600 million Danish krone, the firm has launched a third tranche that will extend until January 2026, with Danske Bank as the exclusive manager. With this operation, Pandora seeks to reduce its share capital and fulfil the commitments of […]

Credits: WHO'S NEXT From September 6 to 8, 2025, and again from January 17 to 19, 2026, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles will host three leading events for the international fashion industry: Who’s Next, Interfilière and Bijorhca. Organised by WSN, each trade fair has its own complementary identity. They offer fashion professionals a unique opportunity to discover new collections, innovations and market developments, all in one location. Who’s next Date: September 6–8, 2025 and January […]

Antler brand campaign Credits: Antler British travel brand Antler has acquired US luxury fashion and luggage brand Paravel out of liquidation, furthering its ambitions to build a “global house of travel brands”. In a statement, Antler and holding group Strand, said the move would strengthen Antler’s brand and product portfolio, while also “broadening its global footprint across style, audience and location”. Paravel, known for its fashion-led luggage, filed for bankruptcy in May […]

Credits: Ralph Lauren From New York to the world What began in 1967 with Ralph Lauren’s legendary vision of authentic and timeless style has grown into one of the world’s most influential lifestyle companies. With clothing, accessories, fragrances, childrenswear and home furnishings, Ralph Lauren is among the most recognised families of consumer brands globally. The brand combines an American perspective with international allure. It has lastingly influenced the way people dress and […]

Foot Locker x Lostboys: Back to School Workshop Credits: Foot Locker Footwear retailer Foot Locker is approaching its back-to-school campaign a little differently this year by hosting a series of panel talks and workshops throughout August and September in key European cities, including Nottingham, Paris, Milan, Rome, Barcelona and Berlin. The talks and workshops have been designed to inspire the next generation with their career aspirations in the music, fashion and creative industries, and […]

Image for illustration. Credits: DHL x MOOT Global postal services are enacting either a full or partial pause on shipments to the US amid the region’s changes to the de minimis rule, which had allowed for packages worth under 800 dollars to enter the country duty-free. First introduced in 2016, President Donald Trump had first brought the exemption to an end in May for goods imported from China. Later in July, Trump then signed an executive order that extended the loophole’s abolishment […]

In Pictures Luar x Woolmark x Venus Williams collaboration at the US Open Credits: Luar / Woolmark Tennis legend Venus Williams made her US Open return in a groundbreaking knitted, Merino wool performance kit, designed by New York-based fashion brand Luar in partnership with Woolmark, at an exhibition match with John McEnroe. The collaboration showcases tennis looks, which aim to demonstrate the versatility and functionality of Merino wool, while challenging conventional expectations of […]

The Golden State Valkyries logo Credits: The Golden State Valkyries The Golden State Valkyries, part of the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA), will host its first-ever fashion show, presented by beauty omnichannel retailer Sephora, which became the team’s sponsor in April. In a statement, the WNBA team announced that the fashion show will celebrate the “intersection of basketball, fashion, and beauty culture,” featuring two pieces designed by Valkyries guard Tiffany Hayes […]

Lawson Park and Jackie Schmidt 2025 graduation show Credits: FIT The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) will present its annual MFA Runway Show, Act 5, on Tuesday, September 9 at 4:00 PM during New York Fashion Week. The showcase features collections from 18 graduating designers in the Fashion Design MFA program. The title Act 5 symbolizes the final chapter of the students’ two-year journey, described by the class as “a moment of resolution, reflection, transformation, and […]

Off Season partners with the WNBA Credits: Off Season Premium sports fashion brand Off Season, co-founded by designer Kristin Juszczyk and British businesswoman Emma Grede, has announced its first expansion away from NFL-branded merchandise to include a collection for the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA). The brand, which launched in January 2025 with NFL-licensed outerwear, will add a WNBA collection on September 4, which “celebrates the league, its culture and the […]

Credits: Polimoda 2025 graduate show Polimoda's Graduate Show offers an exclusive look into the creative process of emerging designers from one of the world's top fashion schools. This documentary-style vlog appeals to students, industry insiders, and style enthusiasts, showcasing cutting-edge collections and intimate moments with bright young fashion minds. The annual show is a vital platform for students to present their final collections to global industry figures, press, and major fashion […]

Puma HQ Credits: Puma SE According to insiders, the French billionaire Pinault family is considering selling its stake in the sportswear manufacturer Puma (PUM.DE). The family is considering several options and has already contacted potential buyers, Bloomberg reported on Monday, citing people familiar with the matter. The Pinault family holds 29 percent of Puma shares through its company Artemis. The company lost around half of its market value last year. Following Monday's news, Puma's share […]

Madison Avenue, New York. Credits: Unsplash. Kujten, a cashmere fashion house, is set to open its first US store in New York. The French brand has selected Madison Avenue in the Upper East Side of the city as the location for the store, scheduled to open autumn 2025. Adding to its 50 boutiques spread across France and Europe, the first US location will house a full range of women’s, men’s and accessories collections. The interior intends to reflect Kujten’s distinct identity, seen in […]

Credits: Pull & Bear Pull&Bear is opening a new store in Manchester’s Trafford Centre, featuring an innovative retail concept that reflects the brand’s new modern identity. The new store design sets the tone for future openings, offering an interactive and visionary shopping experience. With 805.40 square metres, the store features a digital and minimalist design based on a modern aes thetic: mixed textures and materials, metallic finishes combined with industrial and wooden […]

H&M opens first store in Brazil Credits: H&M Swedish fashion retailer H&M expands into a new market with Brazil. H&M has opened its first Brazilian store in the Iguatemi Shopping centre in São Paulo, the retailer announced on Monday. The company also launched its e-commerce platform in the country. This marks the first time H&M has simultaneously launched a physical and digital presence in a new market. “The opening of our first store and online shop on the same day is a […]