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Fendi FW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Milan, Italy – Designer Maria Grazia Chiuri made her return to Fendi on Wednesday. She presented a sensual and delicate collection in Milan, featuring furs and leathers crafted like lace. A seasoned designer with experience at Dior and Valentino, Maria Grazia Chiuri returned to Fendi 35 years after her debut at the Roman house. This debut co-ed autumn/winter collection showcased black, white, and green furs, some of which were reconstructed. […]

Marks & Spencer accelerates into Formula 1 with Williams Racing partnership . Credits: M&S. Interview Marks & Spencer has signed a multiyear deal with Atlassian Williams F1 team, marking the British department store’s first move into Formula 1. From the 2026 season, the retailer will become the team’s official travel kit partner, dressing the Williams team as they compete across 24 races in 21 countries on the Formula 1 calendar. The partnership will see Marks & Spencer […]

TK Maxx storefront Credits: TJX The TJX Companies, Inc. has reported impressive financial results, driven by a focus on off-price fundamentals and strong execution across its divisions. In the fourth quarter of fiscal rear 2026, net sales rose by 9 percent to 17.7 billion dollars compared to the same period last year. Consolidated comparable sales increased by 5 percent. Net income for the quarter was 1.8 billion dollars, with diluted earnings per share up 28 percent to 1.58 dollars. Adjusted […]

Steve Madden store in the Netherlands. Credits: So PR Steven Madden, Ltd. reported a substantial increase in revenue for the fourth quarter of 2025, driven by strong performance in its core footwear business and the recent acquisition of Kurt Geiger. However, net income saw a decline compared to the same period last year. Revenues rose by 29.4 percent to 753.7 million dollars from 582.3 million dollars in the fourth quarter of 2024. The increase was largely driven by the addition of Kurt […]

Keburia, Simone Rocha, Fashion East, John Richmond, and Patrick Mcdowell AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight In Pictures London Fashion Week’s AW26 season has come to an end, and with it has an edition marked by ambiguity, chaos and nostalgic references. While some runways were seemingly shaped by pop culture discourse, others stayed firmly within quintessential classics. Here are some of the defining trends for this edition. Gothic galore and Wuthering Heights Simone Rocha, […]

Interview Julien Macdonald new ready-to-wear luxury resort collection launched at London Fashion Week Credits: Julien Macdonald Welsh fashion designer Julien Macdonald, who has worked for Chanel and Givenchy, is probably one of the most recognisable faces of British fashion for his unapologetic take on opulent glamour, pairing intricate embellishments and rich textures with sexy silhouettes, and the undisputed ‘King of Glamour’ is back, returning to the London Fashion Week catwalk […]

Alix Higgins Credits: Launchmetrics/Spotlight Alix Higgins is a Sydney-based fashion label founded by designer Alix Higgins in 2021, known for its emotionally charged garments that blur the boundaries between poetry, digital culture and physical craft. The brand has rapidly built cultural relevance through expressive prints, sculptural silhouettes and deeply personal storytelling woven into every collection. Drawing from internet aesthetics, club culture and the designer’s own journals, […]

Illustrative image of the launch of Zalando's 'Second-hand' section for the kidswear category. Credits: Zalando. Madrid – Zalando, a leading European online platform for fashion, beauty and lifestyle, has announced the expansion of its second-hand category to include kidswear. This move strengthens the company's position in the increasingly strategic niche segment of textile revaluation and second-hand resale. Its customer community can now access a wide range of second-hand kidswear. […]

Gymboree and Brand Ambassador Mandy Moore unveils Gymboree XO Mandy Moore collection Credits: Gymboree/The Children’s Place US children’s specialty retailer The Children’s Place has unveiled a series of executive appointments and organizational changes aimed at accelerating its strategic transformation. The moves, effective March 2, 2026, establish a new operating model focused on operational rigor and an enhanced customer experience. Muhammad Umair, president and chief executive officer […]

The pop royalty lives in the moment in the brand’s signature jeans. Credits: Calvin Klein Calvin Klein Inc., which is part of PVH Corp., announces the launch of its Spring 2026 denim campaign starring global brand ambassador Jung Kook of renowned boy band BTS. Directed and shot by Mert Alas, the new chapter sharpens the focus on denim as the ultimate expression of personal style through icon Jung Kook’s distinctive and influential point of view as he lives in the moment. The campaign […]

Los Angeles International Airport. Credits: Dolce&Gabbana To celebrate twenty years of success for The One fragrance family and the launch of its two new intensities, The One Eau de Parfum Intense and The One For Men Parfum, Dolce&Gabbana will unveil a series of exclusive Travel Retail initiatives in some of the world’s most prestigious airports, starting in February. Following the opening of a large-scale pop-up at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport in January, notable podiums will be […]

Herd AW25 campaign Credits: Herd Walpole, the industry body for the British luxury sector, has named heritage womenswear label Herd, sneaker brand Uniform Standard, and London-based luxury bespoke menswear brand Clothsurgeon as part of this year’s ‘Brands of Tomorrow’ programme. The mentoring initiative, in association with law firm Mishcon de Reya, is Walpole’s flagship incubator and aims to guide 12 selected brands through a year-long programme of workshops, to help each brand […]

Marco Pozzo becomes new CEO of Wolford Image: Wolford AG Austrian apparel provider Wolford has appointed a new chief executive officer. The company, which is part of the Chinese fashion group Lanvin Group, announced on Wednesday that its supervisory board has appointed Marco Pozzo as CEO and chairman of the executive board, effective March 1. Pozzo has gained management experience at renowned companies such as Ermenegildo Zegna and Alessi throughout his career. He has been a member of […]

Clarks store Credits: Clarks via LinkedIn Olivier Motteau, the managing director for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) at British footwear brand Clarks, has announced his departure from the company. Motteau shared the news of his exit via the professional social networking platform LinkedIn after nearly four years at the helm of the region. The executive joined the Somerset-based retailer to lead its EMEA operations, overseeing a period of transition for the historical footwear house. […]

Diane von Furstenberg and CEO Graziano De Boni. Credits: Matteo Prandoni / DVF Diane von Furstenberg (DVF) is set to return to the European market through a new partnership with Brama Group. The Belgian-born, American designer has tapped the Italian wholesale firm to manage the distribution of her eponymous brand across the region, with a particular focus on expanding its footprint. The decision to select an Italian group was no coincidence. DVF already has strong ties to the country, with its […]

Credits: Matalan Matalan has unveiled its newest womenswear edit just in time for Spring. Prairie is a romantic, trend-led collection designed to tap into the season’s love for soft femininity, effortless layering and elevated everyday dressing. Blending flowing silhouettes with delicate detailing, the edit inspires customers to refresh their wardrobes with versatile pieces that transition seamlessly from day to evening. Credits: Matalan Credits: Matalan Floaty midaxi dresses, […]

Credits: De Bridgerton-familie, uit de gelijknamige serie. Beeld via Netflix. The highly-anticipated fourth season of Netflix's Bridgerton is a visual feast, and the creative minds responsible for its iconic aesthetic have offered a deep dive into their process. Costume designers Dougie Hawkes, George Sayer, and John Glaser, alongside hair and makeup designer Nic Collins, recently shared the inspiration and meticulous detail behind each of the stunning new looks. This season builds upon the […]

Jitrois SS26. Credit: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight French designer Jean-Claude Jitrois, an internationally renowned master of leather, has appointed two creative directors to “write the next chapter” for his brand. Jitrois will retain artistic direction, he told to AFP on Wednesday. “I turned 82 on January 10; we must prepare for the future. The future is youth,” Jitrois added, wishing to open “a new chapter for the brand” while insisting he is not “retiring.” “I hate that […]

Dockers storefront. Credits: Dockers. International Apparel Corporation (IAC) has been appointed to drive the growth of Dockers by the US brand’s parent company Authentic Brands Group. The long-term strategic partnership will focus on Central America, Ecuador, the Andean region and select Caribbean markets, where IAC will oversee manufacturing and distribution across key categories. In a statement, president of entertainment and international at Authentic, Corey Salter, said: “IAC is an […]

SS26. Credits: Isabel Marant The new Isabel Marant Eyewear SS26 Campaign distills the brand’s effortless Parisian spirit into a striking, contemporary visual statement. Rooted in purity and intention, the campaign explores the tension between light and shadow, where sharp, oblique beams carve through space to sculpt silhouettes. This interplay of contrast enhances the architectural lines of the frames, revealing their texture, attitude, and refined detailing. The effortless sophistication of […]

Credits: Confederación Moda España The Confederación Moda España is sponsoring the Fashion Technology category at SpainSkills 2026, reinforcing vocational training as a strategic pillar for Spain’s fashion industry. The national competition, funded by the Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports and co-financed by the European Social Fund, is taking place from February 24 to 28 at IFEMA Madrid. SpainSkills, a biennial vocational skills championship with roots dating back to […]

Credits: Museo del Traje. Madrid will host the third edition of the Tech&Crafts International Conference from March 18 to 20, presented in 2026 under the title Fashion Engineering. The event will present fashion as a technical, productive and cultural system, focusing on the role of engineering applied to design and industrial management. The 2026 edition proposes engineering as an operational framework to address the sector's main challenges, such as process planning; material innovation; […]

A Coca-Cola bottle. Credits: Unsplash A few days after announcing its support for the relaunch of the DDP brand, the Dutexdor group has confirmed on its Linkedin account the signing of a licensing agreement with global brand Coca-Cola for textiles and accessories. The French company, which specialises in the design and distribution of textile products, will now manage the development of Coca-Cola's menswear and womenswear underwear and socks categories. This partnership with a globally […]

Credits: Vivobarefoot Founded in the UK, Vivobarefoot is a pioneer of minimalist footwear inspired by natural human movement. Known for its science-led design and focus on sustainability, repair, and education, the brand challenges conventional footwear to reconnect people with nature, health, and freedom of movement. Vivobarefoot has partnered with Antavo, the leading provider of AI-powered customer loyalty technology, to launch its new global loyalty programme, VivoRewards. Antavo’s […]

Michael Kors in London Credits: Courtesy Michael Kors Tyler Reddien has been appointed as both chief financial officer and chief operating officer at American fashion group Capri Holdings. Reddien will start in the position on March 30, 2026, according to the press release. Reddien previously served as CFO at The Body Shop. His prior experience includes various financial roles at Natura & Co Holding, Hertz, Rent-a-Car and United Airlines. John D. Idol, CEO of Capri Holdings, praised […]

ZIYING LIANG LCF MA26 Catwalk by Roger Dean London College of Fashion (LCF), part of University of the Arts London (UAL), returned to the official London Fashion Week schedule with a catwalk and showroom presentation spotlighting its MA Class of 2026. The showcase featured collections from students in the MA Fashion Design Technology (Menswear) and MA Fashion Design Technology (Womenswear) programmes. The presentation took place at The Chancery Rosewood, where The Grand Ballroom was […]

Decathlon to open a standalone store in Ikea Croydon. Credits: Ikea. Furniture giant Ikea is seeking to expand its range by trialling third-party retailers at its stores. In the UK, its parent company, Ingka Group, has confirmed that Decathlon will be among the brands piloting a shop-in-shop. This spring, the sportswear retailer will be opening a 1,188 square foot standalone unit in Ikea’s Croydon store in London, marking the first pilot of the cooperative concept. In the space, Decathlon […]

Credits: VF Creating an inclusive and supportive workplace is not only a matter of principle; in retail, it is a strategic imperative. At VF, fostering an environment where colleagues can perform at their best ultimately strengthens the customer experience on the shop floor. Within today’s fast-paced retail landscape, every team member contributes to delivering meaningful and memorable interactions. Neurodivergent colleagues, including individuals with ADHD, autism, dyslexia or Tourette […]

SS26. Credits: Protest Sportswear For 2026, Protest Sportswear elevates its swimwear line with the largest Mix & Match collection to date. Designed for long sun-filled days and warm summer nights, the collection captures the spirit of high summer with styles that move effortlessly from beach to sunset moments. Inspired by coastal towns, bonfire evenings, and sea-soaked rituals, each piece is created to be combined into a personal summer story. The collection blends sun-washed solids in […]

LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault Credits: Geoffroy van der Hasselt / AFP Bernard Arnault and his family have consolidated their control over the global luxury giant LVMH. According to a source close to the family, they now hold 50.01 percent of the share capital and 65.94 percent of the voting rights. This move, although seemingly minor at 50.01 percent, is highly strategic. It marks the transition to an absolute majority of the share capital, surpassing the dominance already established through […]

Credits: LOEWE LOEWE announces Théodore Pellerin as its newest brand ambassador — the first male talent to join the House under the creative direction of Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez. For Pellerin, the appointment is defined by affinity. “For me, becoming a LOEWE ambassador is more about alignment than representation,” he says. “I’ve always been drawn to working with people I genuinely admire and with whom there’s a shared sensibility. LOEWE feels like a place where […]

Shein bags Credits: JOAO LUIZ BULCAO / Hans Lucas / Hans Lucas via AFP Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against Chinese fashion giant Shein for allegedly selling toxic products to consumers and compromising their data privacy. The fifth anti-CCP lawsuit that Paxton filed over the course of four days argues that Shein US Services LLC and its related companies are using “deceptive practices”, including knowingly selling ultra-cheap, potentially harmful products to consumers to […]

Jules B store interior. Credits: Jules B / FashionUnited archive. Jules B, a North East independent retailer, is believed to have found a potential buyer following an administration filing last week. According to local media outlet ChronicleLive, FRP Advisory was appointed to oversee the administration process and soon completed a sale of the business and its assets. The deal saves around 25 jobs. Jules B reopened last week after a “ram raid” on February 10 caused significant damage to […]

Gap x the Harlem's Fashion Row capsule collection Credits: Gap Inc Gap has partnered with Harlem’s Fashion Row (HFR) once more to create a new collaborative denim collection that reimagines the American retailer’s iconic styles. The new capsule collection, which marks the next chapter of the six-year partnership between the two, includes 20 pieces that showcase the work of five designers of color: Daveed Baptiste of Daveed Baptiste, LaTouché of LaTouché, Igdaliah Pickering of IGDALYAH, […]

IKKS store Credits: Hans Lucas via AFP The Belgian subsidiary of the French fashion brand IKKS was declared bankrupt at the beginning of February by the French-speaking Commercial Court of Brussels. The bankruptcy affects around ten of its own stores and puts dozens of jobs at risk, reports business newspaper L’Echo. IKKS is a French premium fashion brand active in several European markets. This exclusively concerns the Belgian retail operations; the brand's franchise stores are not part of […]

LolaLiza management team Credits: LolaLiza Belgian womenswear brand LolaLiza has been acquired by three members of its current management team. CEO Joachim Rubin, chief product and marketing officer Elodie Doret and chief commercial and operations officer Griet Sauvenay are taking over the shareholding from the founding Appelstein & Jeger family, who owned the company for 25 years. According to a press release, the management buyout is part of a process that has been underway for several […]

Primark store. Credits: Primark A high-profile partnership between Primark and Coleen Rooney as reported in the British press, is apparently worth millions. Media personality Rooney, wife of footballer Wayne Rooney, will be the face of a new athleisure collection by the Irish discounter that has been described as “stylish yet practical”. Rooney experienced a spike in popularity after finishing runner-up on the reality show “I’m a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here!” in 2024. Offers from […]

An H&M store Credits: Courtesy H&M At a moment when the UK retail sector is still grappling with labour shortages, subdued growth and the long tail of Brexit, H&M, has been recognised as one of the country’s most attractive employers. The Swedish fashion group has been named to the Financial Times UK’s Best Employers 2026 list for the second consecutive year, a distinction that lands at a time when many retailers are struggling to recruit, retain and motivate staff in a […]

Arc'teryx store in Toronto Image: Arc'teryx Finland-based sporting goods group Amer Sports Inc. experienced strong growth in the 2025 financial year. The parent company of brands such as Arc’teryx, Salomon, Wilson and Peak Performance also presented results for the fourth quarter on Tuesday that exceeded market expectations. Last year, the group's revenue reached 6.57 billion US dollars. This represents a 27 percent increase compared to 2024. Adjusted for currency fluctuations, revenue grew […]

Overview Paul Costelloe LFW AW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/Spotlight London Fashion Week (LFW) AW26 came to a close on Monday evening with a clear sense of reinforcement. The February edition featured more than 90 designers and brands on the official British Fashion Council (BFC) schedule, including 41 runway shows and 20 presentations staged over five days. Taking place from February 19 to 23, LFW participation was up 11 percent year-on-year, prompting organisers to add an extra […]

Emma Raducanu, global brand ambassador for Uniqlo Credits: Uniqlo Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo has ended weeks of speculation about who will dress British tennis star Emma Raducanu at her future tournaments by announcing the 2021 US Open winner as its latest global brand ambassador. In a statement, Uniqlo announced that Raducanu, Britain's top-ranked female tennis player, will represent the brand at all major tennis tournaments, starting with the Indian Wells Open in the US in March. […]

Erdem AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight London Fashion Week has officially wrapped up its autumn/winter 2026 edition, and the opinions of industry insiders are continuing to roll in. According to director of buying, fashion at Harrods, Simon Longland, for this season, London resisted “reduction to a single trend”. “The breadth and diversity of brands on show make it difficult—and arguably unnecessary—to define a uniform direction,” he said following the season’s wrap. […]

Credits: NSS Magazine A new Fashion Education Pact aimed at strengthening the connection between schools and the fashion industry was signed during the inauguration of MICAM and MIPEL at Fiera Milano. The memorandum of understanding was formalized between Italy’s Ministry of Education and Merit (MIM) and two Confindustria federations: Confindustria Moda, representing the textile and apparel sectors, and Confindustria Accessori Moda, representing the leather supply chain. The agreement seeks […]

Roots Credits: Roots via Facebook Canadian premium outdoor lifestyle brand Roots has named Rosie Pouzar as its chief commercial officer to accelerate its strategy to “unlock new areas of growth”. The appointment expands Pouzar’s responsibilities following her tenure as head of omnichannel growth. Meghan Roach, president and chief executive officer at Roots, said in a statement: “Rosie’s appointment is an important step in advancing our growth strategy. She is a highly respected […]

Phoebe English AW26 Credits: Phoebe English by Asia Werbel Interview British fashion designer Phoebe English, who has been at the forefront of sustainable fashion, returned to the London Fashion Week schedule with an exploration of the corsage, as well as the flowers with which she has a personal affinity. The intimate presentation, held in an art gallery space in Bethnal Green, took the audience through a calendar year of flowers, from snowdrops fluttering down the arms to 3D apple blossom, […]

Credits: Outlet Centres International We are pleased to share an important milestone: the building application for the phase II extension of Outlet Montabaur has officially been filed! Since the opening of phase III in Designer Outlets Wolfsburg in 2018, the phase II extension of Outlet Montabaur marks the first outlet centre extension in Germany in many years, underlining strong confidence in the market and the future of well-positioned physical retail. Credits: Outlet Centres […]

JD Sports, Vancouver flagship store. Credits: JD Sports. JD Group, the parent company of JD Sports, is taking a hands-on approach to rising youth unemployment by hosting a careers event for 10,000 young people in Manchester. Spanning two-days and located at the city’s Central Convention Complex, JD UP will spotlight 28 of the company’s departments, platforming thousands of career pathways, a press release said. The free-to-attend event follows on from previous editions held in Madrid and […]

Credits: COACH Bank & Vogue announces a new collaboration with Coach, bringing circular craftsmanship to the forefront with a limited-edition capsule crafted from post-consumer denim. Rooted in heritage and reimagined through a modern lens, the collection celebrates pieces that grow better with time – honouring both their past and the stories still to come. “This Coach collection is our love letter to denim and to American heritage pieces that only get better with time, made with […]

SS26. Credits: ARKET With its new Spring/Summer 2026 childrenswear collection, ARKET explores the freespirited and curious nature of childhood, shaped by play and time spent outdoors. Combining simple, everyday beauty with practical design, the assortment moves between soft technical garments and structured workwear-inspired pieces, to voluminous silhouettes and delicate details – allowing room for individuality and self-expression. Print stories draw on the natural world, featuring artistic […]

Ashley Stewart logo. Credits: Ashley Stewart. Plus-size fashion brand Ashley Stewart has secured a 15 million dollar revolving credit facility providing financing to support its liquidity position and ongoing growth efforts. It comes after the company’s attempt to secure Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection was dismissed, leading to a sale of its assets. The capital infusion was provided by Tiger Finance and comes on the back of Ashley Stewart’s acquisition by G Ashley Inc. through a UCC […]

Customers leave a Shein pop-up store in Dijon, June 26, 2025. Credits: ARNAUD FINISTRE / AFP Initially announced for late 2025, Shein stores are opening this Wednesday in four provincial BHV department stores. The rollout comes four months after the outcry caused by the brand's first permanent store opening at BHV Marais in Paris. These openings in French cities Limoges, Angers, Dijon, Grenoble and Reims stem from a partnership unveiled last October. The partnership is between BHV's operator, […]

Padma x Bare Necessities collection Credits: Bare Necessities US intimate apparel e-commerce platform Bare Necessities, a division of Israeli textile manufacturer Delta Galil Industries, has announced the appointment of Salima Popatia as president. The appointment is effective immediately. Popatia assumes the role to oversee day-to-day operations and commercial strategy. Her primary focus will involve intensifying the digital growth of the company. The executive brings more than 20 years of […]

lululemon Regent Street flagship store in London. Credits: lululemon lululemon announced the upcoming opening of the 100th lululemon store in its Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) market, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s international expansion journey. Across EMEA, lululemon stores are a blend of company- and franchise-operated locations, reflecting the brand’s agile and considered approach to growth. Through its franchise partnership agreement with Arion Retail Group, […]

Pandora in London Credits: Pandora Jewellery specialist Pandora has named David Boynton as its new managing director of Northern Europe. The appointment marks a return to an executive role for Boynton, who had previously served as chief executive officer of The Body Shop for over five years. Boynton has also been at the helm of Charles Tyrwhitt, cosmetics brand L’Occitane and Hong Kong-based AS Watson. Since June 2023, Boynton had been operating under his advisory business, Boynton Advisory […]

Credits: Omega When the last athlete crosses the finish line and the stadium slowly empties, the real assessment begins for OMEGA. As Official Timekeeper of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, the Swiss company looks back on two weeks in which every hundredth of a second could make all the difference—and in which technology and elite sport converged in their purest form. For the 32nd time since 1932, OMEGA took on the responsibility of meticulously managing the timekeeping. This year, […]

Dan Sablon Credits: Zadig&Voltaire French brand Zadig&Voltaire has appointed Dan Sablon as its new creative director. Sablon takes over the creative direction with immediate effect from brand founder and owner Thierry Gillier, Zadig&Voltaire announced on Tuesday. Gillier had held this role since the beginning of 2024. He succeeded Cecilia Bönström, who had been in the role since 2006. “The brand has always embodied a distinctive Parisian attitude – effortless, yet […]

Interview NZA sales director Wilberd van Doorn. Credits: NZA New Zealand Auckland Margins are under pressure and consumer behaviour is changing faster than ever. Brands are being forced to make more conscious, strategic and consistent choices. While many players in the fashion industry are searching for stability, NZA New Zealand Auckland has demonstrated remarkably stable growth for years in both retail and wholesale. One of the key figures behind this direction is sales director […]

Credits: Tommy Hilfiger The American Dreamer opens the doors to his sophisticated and carefree lifestyle, where confidence, optimism and charm set the rhythm of every moment. A cast led by Patrick Schwarzenegger and Abby Champion showcases the modern preppy wardrobe, joined by Tommy and Dee Hilfiger, Lionel Richie, Iman, MGK, Checo Pérez, Lucien Laviscount, Soo Joo Park, Luke Champion and Raphael Diogo. Tommy Hilfiger, part of PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH], announces its Spring 2026 campaign as an […]

Image for illustration. Credits: Pexels. For years, the narrative has been simple. Digital retail is growing, high streets are declining, and physical fashion shops are slowly becoming irrelevant. But that story is too neat, and it misses what is actually happening on the ground. The high street is not disappearing. It is being reshaped. People still want to shop - just on their terms. And mobile apps are quietly becoming one of the most important forces in that transformation. Written by […]

Credits: Eton New release defined by touch and feel. Wool Cashmere Dream is a four-piece capsule crafted from a luxurious Eton-exclusive fabric. Woven in Como, finished in Biella Italy, and built around sensation, this capsule is all about how a garment feels on your body. Credits: Eton Credits: Eton The capsule is available via the Eton website, in Eton stores, and through selected retailers. ABOUT THE BRAND Read more about Etonon their brandpage

Credits: NYFW FW26 Print Trends ©Launchmetrics/spotlight New York City has a new First Lady: Rama Duwaji. The 28-year-old Syrian-American artist is married to Mayor Zohran Mamdani, and since his inauguration in January 2026, she has quickly emerged as a widely cited fashion inspiration. Seated front row at Rachel Scott’s Dotima show with her stylist, Gabriella Karefa-Johnson, she wore a knee-length plaid trench, layered over a plain trench, worn as a dress. It was a subtle reminder to the […]

Customer in front of the Deichmann store on Limbecker Platz in Essen Image: Deichmann SE/Rüdiger Fessel Retail group Deichmann defied adverse market conditions in the past financial year. The footwear retailer announced on Monday that its turnover reached approximately 8.9 billion euros (10.48 billion dollars) in 2025, exceeding the previous year's level by more than 2 percent. According to the group, approximately 70 percent of its total turnover was generated abroad. In Germany, revenue […]

Credits: Rogelli It started with one passionate cyclist and grew into a well-known sports clothing brand: the story of Rogelli Sportswear is one of ambition, family and continuous development. Where the brand began in 1974 at the heart of the Dutch cycling world, it today reaches athletes in countless countries, partly thanks to its partnership with Monta and the strategic use of marketplaces such as Decathlon. A mission that spans generations The history of Rogelli begins with Rini Wagtmans, […]

Credits: Trimco Group As environmental legislation intensifies and public demand for sustainable practices grows, the fashion industry finds itself at the crossroads of innovation and responsibility. Finding the right balance between profitability and achieving sustainability goals, which in turn drive long-term value through resource efficiency and stronger brand loyalty, can be very challenging. Especially in the current retail environment. The answer lies in implementing practices that […]

EU flag Credits: Studio Idea via Pexels The European Parliament has formally suspended the implementation of the customs agreement between the US and the EU. The background to this is the new tariffs announced by US President Donald Trump, according to the chairman of the trade committee, Bernd Lange (SPD). “We want a clear assurance from the United States that they will adhere to the agreement, as this is the crucial element,” Lange said in the committee. The decision has no legal impact […]

Credits: Saks by Luis Guillén Saks Global has secured approval from a Texas bankruptcy court for a one billion dollar financing to support its reorganisation plan. The decision was determined by Judge Alfredo Perez during a hearing held in Houston. The news comes after Saks was able to resolve objections brought forth by luxury brands and business partners that expressed concern over the status of goods delivered to the group’s stores. Brands like Dolce & Gabbana pushed back against the […]

Off-White spring/summer 2026, ready-to-wear. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. The international Mondottica Group has appointed Xavi Fusté, CEO of VÜM Glasses, and his team as strategic partners for the distribution of the Off-White and Palm Angels eyewear collections in Spain and Portugal. The partnership establishes a selective distribution through independent opticians that combine fashion, design and technical expertise. This strategy reinforces the brands' premium positioning and […]

A branch of the retail chain Pepco Image: Pepco Group NV Last summer, the German subsidiary of retailer Pepco NV filed for insolvency. Following a comprehensive restructuring that included significant cuts to its store network, the discounter is now set for a fresh start in the country. The self-administered insolvency proceedings for Pepco Germany GmbH, which began on October 1, will end on February 28, the company announced on Monday. The creditors' meeting had already unanimously approved […]

Online shopping. Credits: Aygin Kolaei for FashionUnited Citizens Advice has reported a surge in complaints from fashion consumers as a heightened use in AI increasingly enables scammers to target online shoppers. According to the organisation’s consumer service, nearly 18,000 complaints logged last year were in regards to clothing, shoes and accessories purchases, up 21 percent compared to 2024. A total of 82 percent of these complaints were related to online order purchases, the majority […]

Credits: IWC Schaffhausen British actor Regé-Jean Page was seen wearing an IWC Portugieser Chronograph (Ref. IW371624). The watch features a 41-millimetre stainless steel case and a sand-coloured dial. He wore the timepiece while attending the pre-BAFTA Awards party hosted by Charles Finch and Chanel at 5 Hertford Street in London, UK, on February 21, 2026. Credits: IWC Schaffhausen Regé-Jean Page wearing an IWC Portugieser Chronograph (Ref. IW371624). LONDON, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 21: […]

Credits: Stock Market via Pexels Global equities traded mixed and the dollar fell slightly Monday as uncertainty over Donald Trump's tariffs gripped markets after the US Supreme Court struck down a large part of the president's upending trade policy. The court on Friday ruled that Trump does not have the authority to impose tariffs under a 1977 law he has relied on to impose sudden levies on individual countries Trump responded by vowing to impose a global tariff of 10 percent under a […]

William Costelloe with models at the Paul Costelloe AW26 show Credits: Paul Costelloe by Debbie Bragg Interview The Paul Costelloe brand has been a regular fixture on the London Fashion Week schedule since its inception more than 40 years ago, and this season, new creative director William Costelloe presented an emotional tribute to his late father, who passed away in November 2025, as well as showcasing his vision for the brand moving forward, rooted in the brand’s tailoring DNA. William […]

Mango Limerick store. Credits: Mango. Spanish fashion giant Mango has unveiled a new store in Limerick, Ireland, expanding its presence in the region amid a wider retail rollout. Located on O’Connell Street, within a prominent building in the city centre, the store was hailed as a “strong endorsement of Limerick’s continued growth” by director general of Limerick City and County Council, Pat Daly. Daly continued: “It has been fantastic to watch the revitalisation of this prominent […]

USA Credits: Pexels On Friday, the US Supreme Court overruled Donald Trump’s tariffs, determining that the president had wrongfully invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose levies. The region’s trade organisations swiftly responded to the ruling, largely expressing support for the court’s decision, many grateful for the stability and breathing room they anticipated to follow. Julia Hughes, the president of the United States Fashion Industry Association […]

US president Donald Trump during a speech at Fort Bragg on February 13, 2026 Image: The White House. Following the US Supreme Court's decision against president Donald Trump's tariff policy, the EU and other countries are attempting to assess the precise consequences for the global economy. A special session of the legal service and the negotiating team, which was responsible for a customs agreement between the US and the EU, is scheduled for Monday in the EU Parliament. Furthermore, […]

Credits: Fred Perry Fred Perry announces a new 13-piece capsule collection with Belgian designer Kris Van Assche, reimagining the codes of British heritage sportswear through the lens of contemporary tailoring. Titled Uniform of Youth, the collaboration launches globally on February 19, 2026. For Van Assche, former Artistic Director of Dior Homme and Berluti, Fred Perry has long been a reference point. Youth culture, sportswear and subcultural identity have consistently informed his work, […]

Pascal Betten Credits: Sione Na’a Helu During the GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Pascal Betten, managing director of Interloop Europe, presented an in-depth vision on supply chain transparency. The Pakistani textile giant produces nearly one billion pairs of socks annually for retailers like Nike, Adidas and H&M. The company emphasised that a reliable Digital Product Passport (DPP) depends on validating data at the source. Gap between certification and reality Betten expressed […]

Central Saint Martins MA Fashion AW26 show - CSM students collaborate with Topshop on reimagined Jamie and Joni jeans. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Students of Central Saint Martins (CSM) offered up reimagined takes on Topshop’s iconic denim styles during a London Fashion Week runway event this season. Participants of the university’s MA Fashion were tasked with reviving the Jamie and Jonie jeans as part of a competitive project, with ten concepts ultimately chosen for display. The […]

Credits: Uniqlo The new collection features the JWA Straight Jeans Selvedge in authentic selvedge denim, alongside the JWA Straight Jeans and JWA Baggy Jeans that bring a modern, fashion-forward edge. The Baggy Curve Jeans offer a sculpted silhouette, while the EZY Extra Stretch Jeans are engineered for superior comfort and ease of movement. Baggy Curve Jeans Softly curved silhouette with a high waist and volume at the sides. Versatile design flatters all body types. Cotton-blend fabric is […]

SS26. Credits: Stone Island Actor, Cha Seung-won wears a STONE ISLAND GHOST standout piece: the 100002 SPLIT LEATHER_STONE ISLAND GHOST suede jacket, featuring both matching and contrasting hardware for an industrial feel; the jacket’s Corteccia sand colour is inspired by worker leather gloves. Former Football Player Paolo Maldini wears 4100080 BONDED LINEN-TC_STONE ISLAND GHOST: a field jacket in linen bonded to an ultra-light nylon jersey for a structured appearance, featuring multiple […]

Credits: European Bridal Week European Bridal Week Awards 2026 Reveal Prestigious New Venue: Grand Hall at Zeche Zollverein The European Bridal Week Awards will return in 2026 with a spectacular new setting, as the organisers proudly announce the Grand Hall at Zeche Zollverein in Essen, Germany, as the official location for the awards ceremony. Credits: European Bridal Week Following the tremendous success of the previous edition, the EBW Awards will once again take place as part of […]

JD Sports store in Dresden. Credits: JD Sports JD Sports Fashion PLC said on Monday that it plans to return 200 million pounds of capital to shareholders through share buybacks in fiscal 2027. Under the first tranche, the share repurchase drive will commence immediately to repurchase up to 100 million pounds of shares. This repurchase is expected to be completed before July 31. Thereafter, JD Sports Fashion intends to enter into arrangements to launch the second tranche of the program to […]

Credits: Bleckmann E-commerce already accounts for 21% of all fashion purchases worldwide. And with the global fashion e-commerce industry expected to reach $1.6 trillion by 2030, growth has never been more accessible for ambitious fashion and lifestyle brands. However, there’s one key roadblock that brands need to consider to ensure their dreams of success don’t bite the dust: fashion e-commerce logistics. Read on to learn how working with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider can […]

A look from the autumn/winter collection presented in New York Credits: Courtesy of Sergio Soldano Interview The latest collection of Sergio Soldano intends to usher in a new chapter for the historic Italian label. Unveiled during an event at the most recent edition of New York Fashion Week, the 77 piece line, with 27 accompanying accessories, marks a creative rebirth for the maison, founded in 1968. During the show, held at Printemps New York in partnership with Fashion Group International […]

Second-hand trends. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The fashion industry is evolving amidst a sustainable transformation, driven by new consumer expectations, regulatory pressure and cost rationalisation. In this context, secondhand fashion is establishing itself as a structural driver rather than a peripheral trend. To remain competitive, it can no longer simply be a “responsible” option; it must be desirable. For spring/summer 2026, four strong dynamics are emerging. When […]

Slazenger padel ball. Credits: Slazenger / Frasers Group. Interview At just 23, Alexei Hamblin is steering one of British sport’s most storied names into a new era. As the young designer and entrepreneur overseeing the transformation of Slazenger under the umbrella of Frasers Group, Hamblin is tasked with modernising a 140-year-old heritage brand without losing the legacy that made it iconic, exploring everything from its long-standing ties to Wimbledon to its deep roots in racquet […]

Knwls pop-up store in London. Credits: KNWLS. KNWLS has unveiled a temporary concept store in London during the city’s ongoing fashion week, designed to reflect what a physical space of the British label could look like. Open from February 20 to 23, and located at The Painting Rooms, the store offers an edit of core and exclusive pieces from the brand’s SS26 collection. Its interior is adorned with vintage furnishings, from wall-based figures by Anousha Payne to framed floral compositions […]

Donald Trump Credits: Donald Trump, by Gage Skidmore via Flickr US president Donald Trump has suffered a defeat before the Supreme Court in the dispute over his aggressive tariff policy. The US Supreme Court ruled that Trump exceeded his authority when he invoked an emergency law to impose extensive tariffs on many trading partners, including the European Union. This article was translated to English using an AI tool. FashionUnited uses AI language tools to speed up translating (news) […]

In Pictures Abercrombie Kids Launches Baby & Toddler Collection for SS26 Credits: Abercrombie Kids Abercrombie Kids, the children’s offering of apparel from Abercrombie & Fitch, has expanded its size offering through the newly launched baby and toddler collection. The launch of the new Spring/Summer 2026 collection sees the brand make its debut expansion into the baby and toddler apparel segment, with sizes ranging from newborn to 5T.  Abercrombie Kids launches Baby […]

Credits: YKK The YKK London Showroom is proud to announce a special window display in collaboration with YKK Japan, showcasing the winning works of the annual YKK Japan Fastening Awards to celebrate the 25th anniversary. The exhibition will be on view at YKK London Showroom, 154 Commercial Street, Shoreditch, E1 6NU, from 3 March 2026. Established in 2001, the YKK Fastening Awards rank among Japan's largest student fashion design competitions, challenging young creators to transform fastening […]

Carnaby Street, Soho, London Credits: Shaftesbury Capital Australian-owned womenswear retailer, Kookaï, is set to open its debut, permanent UK retail store on Carnaby Street, in London. The flagship store, located at 37 Carnaby Street, spans 1,800 square feet and will mark the national debut of Kookaï’s refreshed brand direction. The upcoming store opening, set to open its doors to the public sometime in the next few months, builds on the brand’s success across Australia, New Zealand, […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai The UK retail sector recorded its third consecutive week of growth as Valentine's Day celebrations provided a much-needed boost to discretionary spending. According to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker, total like-for-like (LFL) sales increased by +2.05%, a resilient performance against a strong +4.72% base from the previous year. The fashion sector emerged as a primary driver of this success, with total LFL sales improving by +2.63%. While lifestyle (+0.81%) […]

Asos New York pop-up store. Credits: BFA. A British co-founder of online fast fashion retail giant Asos has died in Thailand after falling from a high-rise balcony, police said on Friday. Quentin Griffiths, 58, fell from the 17th floor of an apartment building in the seaside resort city of Pattaya on February 9, local law enforcement told AFP. "The motive is still being investigated," said police officer Kosala Ngamphong. Griffiths had entered Thailand on a tourist visa, and the British […]

Nico Wartenbergh Credits: Sione Na’a Helu The fashion industry faces a fundamental revision of the relationship between brands and retailers in 2026. Nico Wartenbergh, former CTO of de Bijenkorf and Rituals, states that the traditional purchasing model has become unsustainable. In his presentation during the GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Wartenbergh highlights the need for a shift in working capital and the critical role of technology in optimising margins. Transformation of […]

Hans Robben Credits: Sione Na’a Helu During the recent GS1 - WAIR 24h Circular Fashion Journey, Hans Robben, programme manager of circular solutions at Bleckmann, presented a pragmatic vision for circularity. The logistics service provider, which has been in business for over 160 years, is transforming from a linear 'box-mover' to a crucial partner in the circular chain. Robben emphasised that circularity is no longer a side activity but a substantial part of future business operations. […]

Opening remarks by Carmine Di Noia, OECD director for financial and enterprise affairs. Credits: OECD The main sessions of the 2026 OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector, which took place on 11 and 12 February, centred on the urgent transition from a culture of compliance to one of tangible impact, specifically focusing on how global brands must navigate an increasingly volatile geopolitical landscape. In his opening remarks, Carmine Di Noia, OECD director for […]

India is confirmed as the new powerhouse of global luxury. Credits: Pexels, Shubam Bhasin The Indian market has room for Italian products, spanning from mechanics and luxury to cars and food, including wine and oil. “This is the new frontier for 'Made in Italy',” senator Adolfo Urso, minister for business and 'Made in Italy' (Mimit), emphasised yesterday. He was visiting the Italian pavilion at the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, meeting with representatives from leading Italian industrial […]

Ssense co-founders, Rami, Firas and Bassel Atallah. Credits: Ssense. The founders of Canadian luxury retailer Ssense have secured court approval for their buyout offer, blocking a deal by lenders pursuing a liquidation of the company. The Quebec Superior Court notified the company’s advisor, Ernst & Young, that the bid submitted by the founders – brothers Rami, Bassel and Firas Atallah – alongside their strategic partner had been accepted. As a result, the deal closed February 13. […]

Topshop and Tolu Coker partner on collaborative capsule. Credits: Topshop / Tolu Coker. In yet another chapter of Topshop’s ongoing relaunch, the once high street-centric womenswear brand has now struck up a new collaboration with Tolu Coker, unveiling part of a co-designed capsule collection during London Fashion Week. During Coker’s runway show held Thursday, with King Charles III and Stella McCartney observing from the front row, Topshop offered a preview of the collaborative line […]

Credits: Louis Vuitton Launching February 19th, 2026, a meticulously designed collection of Louis Vuitton Formal Menswear addresses and exceeds the dress codes set by any Spring-to-Summer celebrations, from breakfast meeting to black tie, from crisp to warming temperatures. Squarely within the iconic universe of modern distinction and legacy refinement proposed by Men's Creative Director Pharrell Williams, this ready-to-wear and made-to-measure apparel is organized into the categories of […]