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Copenhagen Fashion Week SS26 Credits: Copenhagen Fashion Week This week, Copenhagen Fashion Week took place, once again demonstrating why it is considered a melting pot for creative pioneers. Attendees opted for playful patterns, leaving behind familiar clichés, and combined accessories that balanced nostalgia with urban ease. A willingness to experiment with layering created surprising silhouettes, while striking details such as eye-catching collars gave the looks a distinctive touch. An […]

Consumer to face historic price surge following reciprocal tariffs Credits: Unsplash The retail landscape in the United States underwent a dramatic shift on August 7 as the most comprehensive tariff increases since the 1930s took effect. Thursday saw the reciprocal tariffs come into effect under the Trump administration after months of delays, with most imports into the country being hit with a baseline 10 percent duty.  But with higher tariffs on key US trading partners critical to fashion […]

River Island Credits: River Island River Island has secured the much-needed green light from the High Court for its rescue plan, allowing it to move forward with proposed store closures and begin the search for fresh funding. With the court’s backing, the retailer now has the go-ahead to close 33 UK stores and cut rents across an additional 71. From landlords, it will also request cuts or suspensions on certain rents. The decision does not impact the company’s stores in Ireland. In the […]

Credits: Teva Teva launches a striking reinterpretation of its iconic Wraptor on 14 August, in collaboration with the influential designer and artist Sean Wotherspoon. The collaboration results in two colourful unisex styles: a trainer and a sandal, inspired by classic designs from the Teva archive. Sean Wotherspoon is known for his colourful, sustainable designs with a strong sense of nostalgia. The American designer and artist has previously collaborated with Nike, Adidas and Asics, among […]

Models leaving the Alis SS26 show by boat Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Copenhagen Fashion Week this season presented itself as a particularly clear reflection of society, showcasing two sides. One, a world full of colourful and alternative looks. The other, a more conservative style with classic silhouettes and high-necked pieces. The trends from the Danish capital stood out, particularly from the first perspective. Some playful details repeatedly lightened up the more conservative […]

Opinion Crocs Credits: Courtesy Crocs This week, Crocs hit a sobering note for the fashion world: its stock plunged nearly 30 per cent, the steepest single-day drop since 2011, following a downtick in demand and a gloomy sales outlook that laid bare the waning appeal of the “ugly shoe” phenomenon. Crocs had seemed untouchable: brightly coloured, comfort‑first clogs elevated into cultural icons. Yet the recent shift in consumer taste, back toward athletic wear, coupled with […]

Under Armour in the Netherlands Credits: Under Armour Under Armour, Inc. started its financial year with a slight 4 percent drop in revenue. The US company also reported a net loss in the first quarter. Revenue amounted to 1.1 billion dollars. The EMEA region was the only region where the company did not experience a decline in revenue. Here, revenue increased by 10 percent. The company announced a restructuring in May 2024, the costs of which are now impacting the results. These costs alone […]

“Alma” Tote Bag of the new collection. Credits: Miomojo While large clothing and accessory brands often struggle with their sustainability efforts, as their size makes them inflexible or their business model is based on overproduction, smaller and younger labels have it a bit easier as a sustainable direction was part of their programme from the outset. One such company is the Italian bag label Miomojo, which produces vegan bags from various material innovations. In its latest Impact […]

Credits: J.C. RAGS J.C. RAGS continues to strengthen its international presence. The Dutch menswear brand has appointed a new agent for the Irish market, led by Darren Monks. The showroom is located in Fashion City, Dublin, the central hub of Ireland’s fashion industry. Growth. This move marks another important step in J.C. RAGS’ European growth strategy, responding to the rising demand for accessible, high-quality menswear. Darren Monks brings extensive experience in retail and brand […]

Evan Hirsch in his studio with fabric being readied for one of his up-cycled creations for ShopGoodwill.com Credits: ShopGoodwill.com ShopGoodwill.com, the e-commerce auction platform created, owned, and operated by the Goodwill non-profit organisation, is teaming up with fashion designer Evan Hirsch to bring thrifted Goodwill treasures to the catwalk during New York Fashion Week for the first time. Hirsch, known for his viral transforming dresses and sustainable approach to fashion, will […]

Paige celebrates 10th anniversary of Transcend Credits: Paige California-based fashion brand Paige is celebrating the ten-year anniversary of Transcend, its signature men’s denim fabric, with the launch of a special campaign. Marking the first-ever campaign dedicated to the Transcend fabric, the brand initiative includes a short film series, shot and produced by Russell Tandy, that takes a closer look at the craftsmanship that goes into making every pair of Transcend jeans. Transcend is […]

Levi Strauss & Co. headquarters Credits: Levi Strauss & Co. In a strategic move to boost growth in emerging markets, Levi Strauss & Co. has named Hiren Gor as its new managing director for the South Asia, Middle East, and Africa (SAMEA) region, according to Storyboard 18. Gor, who has been with the company for 16 years, is credited with transforming the South Asia business into a high-growth area. In his previous role as general manager, he was instrumental in revitalising the […]

Skechers shoe. Credits: Skechers If the announced sale of the US sneaker brand Skechers does indeed go through in the third quarter of this year, this deal will go down in history as the largest transaction to date in the sneaker market. Why is Skechers so interesting? Not 'cool', but the third largest sneaker brand in the world First things first: with global annual revenue of 8.9 billion dollars in 2024 and an increase of 12 percent compared to 2023, Skechers is the third largest sneaker […]

In Pictures Bershka's flagship store at the Trafford Centre, Manchester Credits: Bershka Fashion retailer Bershka, part of the Spanish retail group Inditex, has opened its first-ever store in Manchester, with a concept that aims to showcase the brand’s “full commercial potential”. Located in the Trafford Centre, the flagship store spans 12,917 square feet and is divided into three standalone zones, each dedicated to distinguishing the retailer’s three main lines: Bershka, BSK and […]

Nike Running @ The Corner at Nordstrom NYC Credits: Nordstrom Department store chain Nordstrom has partnered with Nike to host a limited pop-up shop in New York City that showcases the sportswear brand’s latest running products while uniting the local community. Located at the corner of 57th and Broadway, the pop-up Nike Running @ The Corner features the brand’s performance running footwear and apparel, including its latest road running collection. Nike Running @ The Corner at […]

Erdem installation at Selfridges Credits: Erdem by Rodrigo Branco London-based independent fashion label Erdem has opened an immersive pop-up installation at Selfridges in London, showcasing the inspiration behind its autumn/winter 2025 catwalk collection. Located on the second-floor atrium at Selfridges, the pop-up will run until mid-September to showcase a “visual dialogue between fashion and art” and has been designed in collaboration with British contemporary artist, Kaye Donachie. […]

The famous Crocs clog in a Barbie case. Credits: Barbie x Crocs Footwear group Crocs, Inc. has seen its share price fall significantly after publishing its second-quarter results. The group was forced to report a swing from profit to loss. Share price subsequently fell by 30 percent on the Nasdaq compared to the previous day. Crocs, Inc. reported an operating loss of 428 million dollars on Thursday. This represents a decrease of 231.2 percent compared to the second quarter of the previous […]

Sunspel Edinburgh store Credits: Sunspel British luxury brand Sunspel has chosen Edinburgh as the location for its first store in Scotland, marking a key expansion step in its UK retail presence. Located at 44 George Street, in the heart of Edinburgh’s historic New Town, the store marks the brand’s tenth location in the UK. Sunspel Edinburgh store Credits: Sunspel The store houses the brand’s full menswear collection, including bestsellers, the ‘Riviera’ polo shirt and […]

Interview Hermès, AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Far from being a passing trend, second-hand is becoming a permanent fixture in consumer habits across the world. An increasing number of shoppers are taking up circular shopping habits, confirming the lasting integration of the pre-loved market in consumer preferences. With over 40 years of experience in the luxury resale sector, Michael Mack, president of Max Pawn Luxury, has closely observed the evolution of this market over […]

Specsavers store. Credits: Specsavers/Mo Barends Eyewear specialist Specsavers is set to expand and upgrade its UK supply chain through an investment that intends to usher in a new chapter for its manufacturing facility in Kidderminster, Worcestershire. According to a report by the Retail Times, the retailer has planned to invest five million pounds over a two year period in the site, which serves as its Vision Labs production facility, creating prescription lenses for the brand’s 900 […]

John Lewis' refurbished Beauty Hall in Liverpool. Credits: John Lewis. John Lewis has said it is ushering in a “new era for beauty” through a multi-million pound investment into the category. The British department store will use the investment to roll out six Beauty Halls within existing stores across the UK, starting with its site in Liverpool. Here, the dedicated Beauty Hall has now reopened and will serve as the blueprint for the concept’s national expansion, with the inclusion of […]

Leeds high street Credits: Unsplash by Jonny Gios In a month when the summer sun scorched pavements and the Lionesses lifted silverware, Britain’s retail sector remained conspicuously tepid. July footfall figures, released by BRC-Sensormatic, reveal a marginal 0.4 percent year-on-year decline—an improvement on June’s -1.8 percent, but still far from the revival fashion retailers were hoping for. Despite the seasonal promise of sun-soaked shoppers and destination dressing, High Streets […]

AllBirds store Credits: Image: Allbirds Allbirds, Inc. has reported its financial results for the second quarter of 2025, with CEO Joe Vernachio stating that the company is on a path to "reigniting the Allbirds brand." The company's net revenue for the quarter was 39.7 million dollars, a 23.1 percent decrease year-over-year, which was at the high end of its guidance range. This decline was primarily attributed to planned retail store closures and the transition to a distributor model in […]

Willy Chavarria SS25 collaboration campaign. Credits: Willy Chavarria / Adidas. Officials in the southern Mexico state of Oaxaca accused sportswear giant Adidas of cultural appropriation after the fashion brand debuted sandals similar to a traditional design from the region. The Oaxaca Slip-On sandals were created by American fashion designer Willy Chavarria, who has Mexican heritage, but drew pushback from both state and local officials in Oaxaca, which has one of the highest Indigenous […]

The RealReal store and fulfilment centre at Newport Beach Credits: The RealReal The RealReal, Inc., online marketplace for authenticated resale luxury goods, has reported a "breakout performance" in its second quarter, with both gross merchandise value (GMV) and total revenue increasing by 14 percent year-over-year. The company's GMV reached 504 million dollars and total revenue hit 165 million dollars for the quarter ended June 30, 2025. This growth was supported by a 14 percent increase in […]

BCBGMaxazria Credits: Facebook/BCBGMaxazria Apparel Group has announced a significant expansion of its Indian operations with the introduction of two new international brands: BCBG and Ben Sherman. This move is part of the company's strategy to enhance India's premium fashion retail landscape by combining global design legacies with elevated customer experiences. BCBG, which stands for "Bon Chic, Bon Genre," is an American fashion brand specialising in women's apparel. The brand is recognised […]

Blanche AW20 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Danish womenswear brand Blanche Copenhagen appears to be on the brink of closure. After the company had to file for insolvency in June, the journey has come to an end for Bjørn Krøyer. Krøyer joined as an investor two years ago and then took over the management of the company. The CEO announced the closure on Thursday on the career network LinkedIn. After joining, the company was restructured in record time. The team was rebuilt and the brand […]

Havaianas store Credits: Havaianas Alpargatas, the parent company of the Havaianas brand, has announced its second-quarter 2025 financial results, highlighting a period of strategic transition and profitability growth. The company reported that total volume sold reached 49 million pairs, a 6 percent decrease year-over-year, which was a planned result of a sell-in pull-forward strategy executed in the first quarter. Despite the lower volume, consolidated net revenue for the Havaianas brand grew […]

Cinemoda Credits: Courtesy Kering This September, just as Milan Fashion Week kicks into full gear, Vogue Italia and Kering are introducing Cinemoda Club, a three-day film series designed to spotlight the deep, ongoing connection between fashion and cinema. Running from 25 to 27 September, Cinemoda Club will take over three of Milan’s most iconic independent cinemas Arlecchino, Mexico, and Palestrina, spaces with decades of cultural history. The series is built on a simple idea: fashion and […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai As artificial intelligence continues its integration into the fashion industry, its role in apparel design and product development workflows has become more pronounced. From initial ideation to the technical stages of prototyping, AI-powered tools are streamlining processes, reducing waste, and enabling designers to iterate more quickly. This evolution is driven by platforms that offer new capabilities in areas such as generative design, 3D sampling, and pattern […]

Crocs campaign imagery. Credits: Crocs. Crocs, Inc. reported a substantial decline in operating profit for the second quarter of its financial year. The company swung from a profit of 326 million dollars to a loss of 428 million dollars. This represents a decrease of 231.2 percent. In the quarterly report, Crocs, Inc. CEO, Andrew Rees, explained the figures. Due to uncertain and unpredictable circumstances, the company opted for cost savings. The company reduced inventory and cut back on […]

A Ralph Lauren boutique in Amsterdam Image: Ralph Lauren US fashion group Ralph Lauren Corporation (Ralph Lauren) achieved unexpectedly strong growth in sales and earnings in the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year. As a result, the company raised its forecasts for the full year on Thursday. In the first quarter, which ended on June 28, group revenue reached 1.72 billion dollars. This exceeded the corresponding prior-year figure by 13.7 percent. Adjusted for exchange rate changes, […]

Rab’s new store in Denver/US Credits: ©Rab British outdoor brand Rab has opened a new, expanded store in Colorado, the US, as it continues to strengthen its presence in the country. The new store opening comes close to two years after the brand relocated from its former location.  Located in Commons Park West, Denver, the new store spans 2,320 square feet, which is more than twice the size of the brand’s original store across Platte Street. The larger store features an extended showcase […]

Hanesbrands headquarters Image: Hanesbrands Inc. US textile group Hanesbrands Inc. presented surprisingly strong results for the second quarter of the 2025 financial year on Thursday. In light of the positive development, the company set higher targets for the full year. In the past quarter, which ended June 28, group revenue from continuing operations amounted to 1.29 billion dollars. This exceeded the prior-year figure by 2 percent. Thanks to a higher gross margin and extensive cost […]

Vans launches first-ever skatable cardboard shoe Credits: Vans Footwear and apparel brand Vans has partnered with Ernest Packaging Solutions to create the unthinkable - the first-ever skatable sneaker made from cardboard. Developed as part of Ernest’s Cardboard Chaos series, the sneaker pays homage to Vans’ skate culture roots, innovative drive, and authentic expression. Vans sneakers have been favored by skateboarders around the world since 1966. In 1976, skater Tony Alva started […]

The joint Lee and Wrangler store in Berlin Image: Kontoor Brands US apparel supplier Kontoor Brands Inc. achieved unexpectedly strong growth in sales and earnings in the second quarter of the 2025 financial year. As a result, the company updated its annual forecasts on Thursday. In the period from April to June, consolidated revenue amounted to 658.3 million dollars. This represented an increase of 8 percent compared to the same quarter of the previous year. Outdoor outfitter Helly Hansen, […]

River Island Credits: River Island British Land, a commercial property company, has reportedly appointed lawyers to look into the rescue deals of struggling high street chains Poundland and River Island. The firm is said to have been instructed by Hogan Lovells to seek further information on the restructuring plans for the two retailers, according to Sky News, to which British Land declined to comment. The media outlet said British Land owns 20 Poundland stores, 13 of which could have […]

Poundland, Pepco Credits: Pepco Poundland has said that its "successful clothing business” is to return in-house by early 2026, following the budget retailer’s acquisition by Gordon Brothers last month. Poundland had previously tasked an in-house team with developing a clothing range prior to shifting its sourcing under former owner Pepco Group. A spokesperson for the company confirmed its new intentions to Drapers, to which they said: “We intend to return to that model after […]

Ten Thousand announces exclusive partnership with Life Time Credits: Ten Thousand New York City-based men’s activewear brand Ten Thousand, which has become known for its performance-driven apparel tested by elite athletes, has secured additional investment from Forza Capital, the credit division of Forza Holdings. Forza took part in the Series B funding round in Ten Thousand to position the brand to “lead the premium men's performance apparel category with authenticity, precision, and […]

Background Claire's storefront. Credits: Claire's After weeks of speculation, Claire’s has finally filed for bankruptcy protection in the US. For the teen accessories retailer, this marks the second descent into bankruptcy in seven years, with this latest filing heightening fears over what is to come for its international network of stores. How did Claire’s come to such a predicament? Let’s find out. First run-in with bankruptcy In March 2018, Claire’s filed for Chapter 11 […]

Regenerative agriculture. Credits: Unsplash The Regenerative Fund for Nature, driven by Kering and Inditex in collaboration with Conservation International, has already integrated over 1.1 million hectares of agricultural land into regenerative agriculture projects across eight countries. It plans to expand to five more. This progress marks a significant expansion in both the fund’s geographical scale and operational approach. As reported by WWD, the initiative now incorporates a new […]

Naf Naf Credits: Courtesy of Naf Naf Iconic 1990s womenswear brand Naf Naf, which was in receivership, has been partially acquired by Groupe Beaumanoir (Caroll, Bonobo, Cache Cache, Morgan, Sarenza, etc.). The acquisition was confirmed on Thursday in a court decision seen by AFP. Groupe Beaumanoir has proposed to retain around 300 of the brand’s current 600 employees, according to the same document. The group will also take over 12 of the existing 102 shops, but will operate them under its […]

The Forte dei Marmi store Credits: Jacob Cohën Jacob Cohën Company, the owner of the premium Made in Italy brand Jacob Cohën, has announced its new industrial plan for 2025–2029. The strategy focuses on enhancing logistics at its Piove di Sacco hub in the province of Padua, consolidating its fully Made in Italy production network across the Veneto region, and accelerating expansion in international markets. The plan is supported by a 30 million euros financing package arranged by a […]

De Savary London pop-up on the King’s Road in London Credits: De Savary London Luxury outerwear brand De Savary London has launched its first bricks-and-mortar space on the King’s Road in London, which will run until the end of the year. The 1,644 square foot pop-up, located at 322 King’s Road in Chelsea, is part of the Sloane Stanley Estate, and showcases the brand’s full collections of leather jackets, wool coats, tops, and trousers. Natasha de Savary, founder of De Savary London, […]

Johnnie-O NFL collection Credits: Johnnie-O American premium lifestyle brand Johnnie-O, founded in 2005 by John O'Donnell in Santa Monica, California, has signed a licensing deal with the National Football League (NFL) to develop fan gear for all 32 teams. The preppy-inspired brand, known for blending East Coast classics with West Coast casual, will create a curated collection for men and women, including polo shirts, quarter-zips and “elevated” lifestyle apparel for NFL fans. In a […]

Birkenstock at Phoenix Palladium, the city's largest (and first) shopping mall. Credits: Birkenstock German footwear brand Birkenstock appears to have taken a shine to Mumbai, home of Bollywood, and India in general. In April last year, it opened its first Indian flagship store on Mumbai's iconic Linking Road, a popular location for international and domestic brands alike. Puma, Levi’s, Benetton, Vero Moda, Raymond, Anita Dongre and others rub shoulders here. Since April 2024, Birkenstock […]

Nike Canada Credits: Nike via LinkedIn Nike Canada has successfully completed its "25 and 25" project, an initiative to open 25 new partner stores across the country during its fiscal year 2025. Nathan Balmes, visual merchandising lead for Nike Store Partners Canada announced through the Nike's official LinkedIn page that the project was managed by a "small but mighty team" responsible for the planning and management of the entire country. The company described the project as a "bold move that […]

Nanushka campaign image Credits: Nanushka Budapest-based contemporary fashion brand Nanushka has joined the official London Fashion Week (LFW) schedule for the first time this season. Nanushka, part of the Vanguards Group portfolio, will present its spring/summer 2026 collection with a catwalk show on Monday, September 22, featuring womenswear, menswear, and accessories. In a short statement, Nanushka, which has previously showcased at New York Fashion Week and its local Budapest Central […]

Pandora Oxford Street West Credits: Pandora Danish brand Pandora, one of the largest global companies in the jewellery sector, has been the victim of a cyberattack. Although the company has clarified that no bank details or postal addresses have been compromised, personal information such as email addresses has been stolen. Pandora's case adds to a series of recent incidents that have affected key players in the industry. In July, Louis Vuitton confirmed the theft of customer data in the UK, […]

Credits: Cascale Cascale today released the Better Buying 2025 Garment Industry Scorecard, a benchmark tool that tracks year-over-year progress in brand and retailer purchasing practices across the global apparel sector. Based on anonymous input from over 1,200 suppliers during the 2025 Better Buying Purchasing Practices Index (BBPPI) ratings cycle, the Scorecard measures performance across seven key purchasing practices categories that directly impact suppliers’ ability to provide decent […]

Nike store in Madrid, Spain. Credits: Nike. Nike is set to launch a new women's wear-focused concession store in the heart of Central London this fall. Nike is currently recruiting for key roles that will support the launch and daily operations of the new location. Available positions include Floor Manager and Assistant Head Coach. These roles offer professionals in the fashion and retail sectors an opportunity to be part of one of the industry’s most globally recognized performance and […]

Reebok SS25 - Golf - Bryson's Nano Golf Collection Credits: Reebok Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has dismissed rumours of a potential sale of its Reebok brand to the Chinese company Anta Sports. According to an internal memo obtained by Footwear News, ABG has no intentions of divesting the brand. The memo states, “Authentic has no plans to divest Reebok - not now, not ever,” and affirms the company's commitment to growing the brand. Rumours of the sale, with some sources even claiming the […]

Production site at the company headquarters in Lenzing Image: Lenzing AG, Photographer: Franz Neumayr Austrian fibre producer Lenzing AG achieved revenue growth in the first half of the 2025 financial year. Thanks to successful reforms, the company has returned to profitability. Recently, however, Lenzing AG has felt the effects of the increasingly difficult economic climate. "In the second quarter, however, international customs measures and the resulting uncertainty led to noticeable burdens […]

Opinion      Clothes for three weeks.  Credits: Simone Preuss A majority of US shoppers spends up to 200 US dollars on their holiday wardrobe each year according to a CivicScience survey. The main reasons mentioned for buying new instead of taking what is in the closet were ’to update my wardrobe’ (45 percent of respondents), ‘for a vacation or trip’ (27 percent) and for about one quarter (26 percent), ‘just for fun’.  This had me think about the heavy cost of traveling on […]

Dick's Sporting Goods store Credits: Dick's Sporting Goods U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) has sent a letter to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Department of Justice’s Antitrust Division, urging them to carefully scrutinise and potentially block the proposed acquisition of Foot Locker by Dick’s Sporting Goods. The Senator expressed concern that the merger of two of the largest retailers in the athletic footwear market could lead to higher prices for consumers, job […]

Nextil’s headquarters in El Masnou, Barcelona, Spain. Credits: Photo Credits: Nextil. Madrid – Spanish textile multinational Nextil, which currently operates its main production hubs in Portugal and Guatemala, is continuing to optimise its business model with the sale of all its production facilities in northern Portugal. This transaction, executed under a sale and leaseback agreement, allows the company to continue operating at the same sites, now as a tenant. According to details shared […]

Vince's corner in the Neiman Marcus shopping center Credits: Vince via Facebook Vince Holding Corp. has announced that the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has accepted its plan to remain listed on the stock exchange. The company, which had been notified on May 6, 2025, that it was not in compliance with listing standards, can now continue its listing. The non-compliance was due to its average market capitalisation and stockholders' equity both falling below the required 50 million dollars. […]

Claire's Les Ateliers Gaite, Paris Credits: Riccardo Milani / Hans Lucas via AFP Fashion jewellery group Claire's placed its US operations and several of its subsidiaries operating stores as part of the Claire's and Icing brands under Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on July 28, 2025. In a statement, Claire's said that bankruptcy proceedings would also be initiated in Canada. The company did not provide a specific timeline. Claire's noted that stores will remain open and employees will […]

Marketshare imports of textiles and apparel June 2025 Credits: FashionUnited The Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) released new data for June 2025, revealing a slight rebound in US apparel imports after a decline in May. Total imports of apparel for the month of June 2025 were 2,036.0 million square meter equivalents (MSME), an increase of 0.5 percent from June 2024. This marks a shift from the previous month's decrease and contributes to a year-to-date (YTD) increase in apparel imports. […]

Shein package Credits: Ole Spötter for FashionUnited Following a one million euro fine from the Italian Competition Authority, the Asian fast-fashion e-tailer Shein has shown remorse. In response to an enquiry, Shein stated that it had "immediately taken all necessary measures to address the criticisms raised". The Italian authority accused Infinite Styles Services Co Ltd, responsible for Shein in Europe, of greenwashing – misleading environmental advertising – and imposed the fine. […]

Credits: UGG UGG’s AW25 collection brings a fresh dose of West Coast cool to iconic silhouettes, blending cozy textures with playful streetwear styling. From classic slip-ons to reimagined sneaker hybrids, this campaign celebrates freedom, youth, and everyday expression. Credits: UGG Credits: UGG Credits: UGG Credits: UGG WORK AT Deckers Brands? Check out the open vacancies

Introducing This Year’s Game-Changing Finalists 2025 Credits: Wessel & Vett Fashion Prize The Wessel & Vett Fashion Prize has named MFPEN, Nicklas Skovgaard, and STEL as the finalists for its 2025 edition. The award, considered one of the Nordic region’s most influential fashion prizes, supports Danish designers with strong creative vision and the potential for international growth. The winner, to be announced in October, will receive a cash grant of 500,000 DKK (67,000 euros) and […]

A Michael Kors boutique in Vienna Image: Michael Kors. US fashion group Capri Holdings Limited exceeded expectations in the first quarter of the 2025/26 financial year. While the company experienced a significant decline in revenue, it reported a profit, unlike the same period last year, due to significantly lower costs. This is evident from the latest results released on Wednesday. In the first quarter, which ended on June 28, revenue from continuing operations – excluding contributions […]

Adanola campaign starring Kendall Jenner Credits: Adanola by Sean Thomas British women’s athleisure brand Adanola is looking to drive growth and expansion in the US after receiving a “significant” minority investment from Los Angeles-based private equity firm Story3 Capital Partners. Adanola, founded by Hyrum Cook in 2015, said the new strategic partnership marks an “important milestone” in its ongoing expansion strategy, as it looks to strengthen its position “as a global leader […]

Princesse tam tam store (2024). Credits: RICCARDO MILANI / Hans Lucas / Hans Lucas via AFP Several potential buyers have shown interest in acquiring a portion of the stores and employees of Princesse tam tam and Comptoir des Cotonniers, though none of the offers include the brands themselves. Both brands, which belong to the Japanese retail giant Fast Retailing, were recently placed in administration. The offers were initially reported by the website L'Informé and have since been verified by […]

Saucony's flagship store in London Bild: Saucony US footwear and apparel supplier Wolverine World Wide Inc. (Wolverine Worldwide) continued on a growth path in the second quarter of the 2025 financial year. On Wednesday, the group announced surprisingly strong increases in revenue and earnings. In the three months to 28 June, consolidated revenue amounted to 474.2 million dollars. This exceeded the prior-year figure by 11.5 percent. Adjusted for exchange rate changes, revenue increased by 10.3 […]

Macron head office in Italy Credits: Macron Italian sportswear brand Macron, known for its teamwear across football, rugby and basketball, has reported revenue growth of 14.7 percent year-on-year for the first half of 2025, compared to 2024, and up 30 percent from 2023. Macron, which provides kits for football teams such as the 2025 FA Cup winners Crystal Palace and celebrity-owned Wrexham AFC, saw its total revenues increase to 107 million euros, up from 93 million euros for the same period […]

Cotton On Kids campaign Credits: Cotton On Kids Australian fashion and lifestyle retailer Cotton On is building on multi-brand growth in the UK market by launching its kidswear brand, Cotton On Kids, online in the UK this autumn. Cotton On, Australia’s largest fashion brand, has had an online presence in the UK since 2021, offering womenswear, menswear, body and accessories, and due to “strong growth” in the market, it feels now is the time to add its successful childrenswear brand. […]

Credits: Pandora Pandora, the Danish jewellery brand operating in over 100 countries worldwide, has chosen RISE with SAP, featuring SAP S/4HANA Cloud, as the foundation for further international growth and digital transformation. This selection of SAP is part of a broader strategy to enhance customer experience and streamline processes. Pandora has evolved in over four decades from a small family business in Copenhagen to a global brand with 37,000 employees and a turnover of 4.2 billion […]

Onewith campaign image Credits: Onewith Onewith, the dig-free, elastic-free, second-skin swimwear brand, which received investment on ABC’s ‘Shark Tank’ TV show earlier this year, has secured a utility patent with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for its one-of-a-kind construction. The process to receive the patent took the brand more than four years and validates the brand’s innovative approach to swimwear that is designed to fit like “no-show underwear”. Unlike design […]

Pictured: SS25 collection. Credits: Aurélien With a finely honed instinct for refinement and heritage, luxury brand Aurélien approaches the Spring/Summer 2026 season through a distinct vision grounded in sensorial richness, a polished simplicity, and commercial precision. The collection centres on the philosophy of ‘Mediterranean Ease,’ a concept that evokes effortless sophistication and the organic rhythm of coastal living. Drawing on the textures, colours, and atmosphere of the […]

Zara store in London. Credits: Inditex Press. The UK advertising regulator, the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), has ordered the Spanish clothing brand Zara to remove two images from its website for featuring models of "unhealthy thinness." The ruling, published on Wednesday, stipulates that the photos "must no longer appear in the form that was the subject of the complaint" and instructs Zara to avoid using such imagery in the future. In its decision, the ASA highlighted specific […]

Gabby Reece, wellbeing ambassador for Vionic Credits: Vionic Vionic, the footwear brand rooted in biomechanics and the science of movement and part of the Caleres portfolio, has named beach volleyball athlete, bestselling author and podcast host Gabby Reece as its first-ever wellbeing ambassador as it looks to drive brand awareness and authenticity. Reece, who made history as the first female athlete to design a shoe for sportswear giant Nike, has become known as a wellness advocate and will […]

Columbia ‘Engineered for Whatever’ campaign Credits: Columbia US outdoors brand Columbia has unveiled its first major brand refresh in a decade to kickstart a new brand chapter in its nearly 90-year history with a tongue-in-cheek campaign that harkens back to the brand’s irreverent spirit of the '80s and '90s. The brand identity and campaign aim to celebrate the “extremes of outdoor adventures,” while reviving the “humour and gritty gear testing” that made Columbia a maverick in […]

Spanx and Bala collaboration campaign Credits: Spanx Women’s lifestyle brand Spanx, known for its shapewear, has launched its first-ever active partnership with cult-favourite wellness brand Bala. The limited-edition ‘Spanx x Bala’ capsule collection aims to fuse “fashion and function,” and features four of Bala’s bestselling products, which have been customised to complement the autumn release of Spanx’s upcoming activewear collection. Spanx and Bala collaboration campaign […]

Brian Costello, division president of Famous Footwear Credits: Caleres Footwear group Caleres, which includes Famous Footwear, Sam Edelman, Allen Edmonds, Naturalizer and Vionic, has promoted Brian Costello to division president of Famous Footwear, effective immediately. Costello joined the footwear group in February this year as chief merchandising officer, where he oversaw all the buying and merchandising, including women’s, men’s and kids’ athletic and fashion footwear and […]

EssilorLuxottica office in Agordo, Italy Credits: EssilorLuxottica Eyewear group EssilorLuxottica has confirmed the acquisition of Automation & Robotics (A&R), a Belgium-based company that designs and manufactures automated systems for quality control of optical lenses. In a statement, EssilorLuxottica said the move would strengthen its vertically integrated supply chain in the production of lenses, as the group seeks to future-proof its manufacturing capabilities. Francesco Milleri, […]

Wallapop pop-up store opened by the resale platform in November 2022 in the Salamanca district of Madrid (Spain). Credits: Wallapop. Madrid – Naver, a South Korean technology company often referred to as the "Google" of its home country, has acquired Wallapop, the popular Spanish second-hand platform. Founded in Barcelona in 2013, Wallapop is credited with popularizing consumer-to-consumer (C2C) resale in Spain, including for fashion items and accessories. This acquisition is part of Naver's […]

Christopher Bugg Credits: Gruppo Prada Prada Group has a new appointment. The company has appointed a new chief communications officer, effective immediately. Christopher Bugg, as explained in a statement from the Milan-based company, will be responsible for overseeing the global communication strategies of Prada Group and its brands: Prada, Miu Miu, Church’s and Car Shoe. Bugg will report to Lorenzo Bertelli, chief marketing officer and head of corporate social responsibility at Prada […]

Zalando parcels. Credits: Zalando. After significant price losses since mid-February, Zalando shares could initially find a base on Wednesday. On the Tradegate trading platform, they rose 4 percent to 26.30 euros compared to the Xetra close. They had previously fallen by almost 40 percent since mid-February. They recently reached a low of just under 25 euros, a level not seen since September of the previous year. Following a strong second quarter, the online retailer Zalando has factored in […]

Image for visualisation Credits: Pexels. US tariffs have sent shockwaves through Switzerland: US President Donald Trump has imposed a 39 percent tariff on Swiss imports. “Everyone's prosperity is at risk,” warns Swissmem, the industry association for the tech industry. While importers and US consumers pay the tariffs, this makes "Made in Switzerland" so expensive that orders are likely to collapse, the industry fears. The US is Switzerland's most important export market after Germany, […]

Credits: CWF Kids Around, the multi-brand childrenswear retailer under CWF Group, has officially opened its latest store at Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet, marking a new chapter in the brand’s UK expansion strategy. Located in one of the country’s leading designer destinations, the new Kids Around store offers a curated selection of premium brands for children. Shoppers can expect to find collections from the likes of Hugo Boss, Givenchy Kids, Chloe and Kenzo, reflecting a commitment to […]

Gucci Cruise 2026 collection Credits: Gucci Approximately 1,000 retail and logistics employees at Kering-owned Gucci Italia are staging a protest. In a statement, trade unions Filcams Cgil, Fisascat Cisl and Uiltucs declared industrial action. This follows the company's refusal to distribute welfare payments, as stipulated in an expired collective agreement. The unions highlighted how Gucci management had, on several occasions, given assurances regarding these payments for 2025. This welfare […]

Credits: AI Generated image by FashionUnited In a retail environment where normal is defined by fierce competition, fleeting loyalty and high expectations, the fight to win customer trust is no longer limited to price or speed. It’s about clarity, consistency and credibility across every channel, explains Justin Thomas, VP Sales, EMEA North at Akeneo. Shoppers expect complete, accurate and transparent product information whether they’re browsing your website, checking a third-party […]

Revolve first permanent store in Aspen, Colorado Credits: Revolve Group Revolve Group, Inc. announced strong financial results for its second quarter ended June 30, 2025. After the quarter's end, the company's net sales in July 2025 increased by approximately 7 percent year-over-year. The company's co-founder and co-CEO, Mike Karanikolas, highlighted a 9 percent year-over-year increase in net sales and a 10 percent growth in operating income, calling it a "strong start" to the quarter despite […]

Interview Dutch haute couture designer Iris van Herpen unveiled a bridal look made with Brewed Protein fibres at Paris Fashion Week AW25. Credits: BTS: Delphine Chevalier / Looks: Molly SJ Lowe Spiber a is bio-venture from Japan that has been harnessing the power of fermentation to produce fibres. How does one have to picture this? It started with bioinformatics researchers Kazuhide Sekiyama and Junichi Sugahara investigating methods for producing spider web fibres through fermentation […]

Martha Stewart, Elm Biosciences Credits: Elm Biosciences Lifestyle icon Martha Stewart is entering the prestige skincare arena with Elm Biosciences, a pared‑down dual format line developed alongside board‑certified dermatologist Dr Dhaval Bhanusali. The brand, launching direct‑to‑consumer in the UK and US this September, debuts with two clinically targeted products: the A3O Elemental Serum at 135 dollars and the Inner Dose Daily Skin Supplement costing 50 dollars, reported WWD. The […]

Zalando's Berlin headquarters Image: Zalando SE Berlin-based online fashion retailer Zalando SE presented its results for the second quarter of the 2025 financial year on Tuesday evening. The group achieved strong growth in revenue and earnings. At the same time, the company published new annual forecasts. These forecasts include, for the first time, the anticipated contributions of the e-commerce company About You Holding SE. The acquisition of About You was completed in July. Group revenue […]

Donald Trump Credits: Molly Riley / White House The 600 billion dollars pledged by the EU in investments as part of the customs deal with the US is at the free disposal of the US, according to US President Donald Trump. “They have given us 600 billion dollars that we can invest in anything we want,” he said in an interview with CNBC. Trump described the sum as a “gift” that is not a loan and therefore does not have to be repaid in three years. This contradicts previous statements by […]

Closed-Store Credits: Closed Hamburg-based Closed GmbH has filed for insolvency. The brand filed the application with the relevant district court in Hamburg on Tuesday. Stefan Denkhaus, a lawyer from the BRL law firm, has been appointed as the provisional insolvency administrator. The insolvency was necessary due to excessive debt and the associated financing costs. Operationally, the company, with its healthy sales structure of wholesale, online and brick and mortar retail, is fundamentally […]

Shapermint Credits: Courtesy Shapermint Shapermint, the U.S.-based shapewear brand known for championing size inclusivity and unretouched campaigns, has officially launched in the UK. It is a notable expansion for a brand that has already served more than 12 million customers globally. With a product offering that runs from size XS to 4XL, and a portfolio of best-selling comfort-driven designs, Shapermint arrives on British shores with a clear message: compression doesn’t have to mean […]

Veronica Beard Denim Credits: Courtesy Veronica Beard Veronica Beard, one of the fastest-growing names in American womenswear, has joined forces with the Cotton Lives On™ programme for a consumer-facing denim recycling initiative aimed at reducing textile waste and supporting vulnerable communities in the UK. From August 5 to 12, customers will be invited to drop off unwanted denim at the brand’s two London boutiques on Bruton Street and Sloane Street. In return, participants will receive […]

Topshop AW25 Credits: Courtesy Topshop Once a high street titan, Topshop is staging its long awaited comeback. On Saturday, August 16th, London’s Trafalgar Square will be transformed into a sprawling, open-air catwalk and street party in what might be the most public fashion spectacle the capital has seen in a while. The occasion? A relaunch of Topshop.com and a strategic effort to reestablish the brand’s position within today’s increasingly segmented fashion market. After a turbulent […]

Future Snoops Webinar Credits: Future Snoops FS Live Webinar: Does Sustainability Actually Sell? August 14 · 11am EDT (4pm BST) Our new webinar series - Sustainability: No Filter - is your ticket to uncovering the hidden truths about sustainable design. Whether you're doubling down on recycled content or wondering what certification suits you best, these 30 mythbusting minutes reveal what actually works. Setting you up for a thriving tomorrow, without all the greenwash. Sustainability is a […]

Primark mobile app. Credits: Primark. Primark is set to roll out a new consumer-facing mobile app, marking the first time the budget retailer has ventured into this specific market. The app has already launched in Ireland and Italy, and will be expanded into other regions over the next 18 months. Through the feature, customers can browse a range of products, check in-store stock availability and receive personalised notifications regarding new collections and offers. Style inspiration and the […]

American Eagle “Sydney Sweeney has great jeans” campaign Credits: American Eagle In-store visits for American Eagle are reported to have fallen last week after the brand became embroiled in backlash over a campaign featuring actress Sydney Sweeney. According to data collected by Pass_by, store visits across the US dropped 3.9 percent year-over-year for the week ended August 2. Impact was most prominent in the south, where footfall declined 9.25 percent. This contrasted an increase in […]

Aitor Throup ‘From The Moor’ exhibition Credits: Aitor Throup by Leo Corfu British Textile Biennial, a free festival of contemporary art, which explores invention and innovation in textile production, will host the first major UK retrospective on Argentinian-British multi-disciplinary artist and fashion designer Aitor Throup this autumn. The ‘From The Moor’ immersive exhibition will run from October 30 to November 2 and showcase Throup’s groundbreaking designs, sculptures and […]

OpéraSport SS26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Copenhagen Fashion Week has officially launched its spring/summer 2026 season, bringing a fresh wave of Scandinavian style to the European fashion scene. The first day showcased a dynamic interplay of aesthetics, where the delicate breezes of negligees and flowing fabrics met the strong gusts of sporty elegance. Brands like OpéraSport, Bonnetje, and Forza Collective led the charge, demonstrating how these two contrasting styles can be […]

In Pictures Macy’s On 34th Alix Friedberg capsule collection Credits: Macy’s shot by photographer Ben Watts US retailer Macy’s has unveiled its first-ever brand collaboration for its private label On 34th with costume designer Alix Friedberg, known for her work on the Emmy award-nominated Apple Original series, ‘Palm Royale’. The On 34th | Alix Friedberg capsule channels the playful sophistication and easy elegance that define the Palm Royale’s aesthetic, which is set in the […]

Tanner Leatherstein Credits: Tanner Leatherstein Viral TikTok star Tanner Leatherstein, whose real name is Volkan Yilmaz, has been appointed as director of craftsmanship by British heritage brand Stow London. Tanner Leatherstein, who has more than two million social media followers, has become known for his videos on deconstructing leather bags to give honest reviews and insights into whether the designer bags are well-made and worth the money. In his new role with Stow London, Leatherstein […]