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TikTok logo Credits: TikTok In a bid to foster responsible creativity in the realm of AI-generated content (AIGC), TikTok has said it has implemented initiatives aimed at enhancing transparency and media literacy. Partnering with organizations such as the Coalition for Content Provenance and Authenticity (C2PA), TikTok will automatically label AIGC, setting a new standard in the industry. The integration of Content Credentials technology allows TikTok to discern and label AIGC originating from […]

Ralph Lauren front row F/H 24 Credits: Ralph Lauren front row F/H 24/©Launchmetrics/spotlight Ralph Lauren is having a moment. More than fifty years since he started his fashion design company, #Ralphcore is trending on social media. Publications as diverse as the New York Post and Town & Country have reported on the phenomenon, an offshoot of the preppie ‘coastal grandma’ look whereby hip downtown New Yorkers are donning all manner of Polo shirts and Polo Bear sweaters. With room […]

Magda Butrym Warsaw boutique Credits: Courtesy Magda Butrym Magda Butrym, the designer and founder behind her eponymous fashion label established in 2014, has unveiled her inaugural brick-and-mortar boutique in Warsaw. This opening not only celebrates a decade of international acclaim but also pays homage to the city that has long been a source of inspiration for the designer. From its inception, Butrym envisioned her boutique as more than just a retail space and more as a hub where her […]

Wool Credits: Pexels The Campaign for Wool has confirmed the continued patronage of HM The King, a steadfast supporter of its mission to advocate for wool's environmental merits and sustainability. King Charles’ commitment underscores the critical importance of promoting wool as a natural, renewable, and biodegradable resource in the face of escalating concerns over climate change and synthetic material proliferation. Last week King Charles and other senior British royals announced they […]

Max Israel, founder and creative director of Y.Chroma Credits: Y.Chroma Emerging premium menswear brand Y.Chroma is launching its first ever pop-up store at Rothmans, New York, the largest independently owned menswear store in the nation. Officially debuting on May 10, the pop-up sees the Lisbon-based brand introduce a curated selection of its more popular styles, such as the Skyline Pant, Sevilla Shirt and Varial Shirt-cut Jacket series. The new partnership between the brand and New […]

IMM vice-president of academics Michael Allen Johnson and Ferrari creative director Rocco Iannone (right). Credits: image courtesy of Istituto Marangoni Miami. On May 3, fashion and design institution Istituto Marangoni Miami (IMM) hosted a talk with Rocco Iannone, the creative director at Ferrari clothing, in which the creative espoused his design journey to the students and faculty. At the end of the talk, the design institute honoured him with an honorary master degree in fashion design. […]

Hera x Fenwick Credits: Hera Online apparel brand Hera is making its physical in store debut through an 8-week long pop-up at British department store chain Fenwick. Open from May 9, the in-store launch signifies the start of a new chapter for the brand following its acquisition and transformation in 2021. Customers will be able to shop the brand’s menswear and womenswear lines, including Collective, Essentials, and Label at Fenwick’s flagship store in Newcastle, Brent Cross, and […]

Lilly Pulitzer's new logo Credits: Lilly Pulitzer Womenswear brand Lilly Pulitzer has unveiled a brand refresh, which includes a new logo and typography. The first big shift in Lilly Pulitzer’s look in over fifteen years, the refresh is part of the Palm Beach brand’s wider modernization strategy. The new logo was revealed at the brand’s newest store in Rhode Island and will be featured across more storefronts from this summer onwards. Celebrating its 65th anniversary, Lilly Pulitzer […]

Champion store in Las Vegas Credits: HanesBrands HanesBrands net sales of 1.16 billion dollars were at the midpoint of the company’s expected range, a decrease of approximately 17 percent. On an organic constant currency basis, net sales decreased approximately 15 percent compared to last year. However, operating profit and operating margin in first-quarter were 52 million dollars and 4.5 percent, while adjusted operating profit of 84 million dollars increased 32 percent over prior year, and […]

Taylor Swift performs on stage at the Paris La Defense Arena as part of her The Eras Tour. Credits: Julien De Rosa/AFP The return of mega-concerts since the Covid-19 pandemic, with Beyonce and Taylor Swift leading the way, has highlighted the lucrative links between fashion brands and pop stars. Stage costumes have long been a way for designers to gain massive exposure -- think of Madonna's conical breasts that helped make French designer Jean Paul Gaultier a household name in the early […]

Interview Jean Paul Gaultier, opening of the 'Cinémode' exhibition SCAD Lacoste Credits: F. Julienne As the Spanish Puig Group, owner of the Jean Paul Gaultier brand, transforms into a public company, the now-retired designer continues to make a name for himself. Invited to show his work at the ‘Cinémode’ exhibition at the Scad Lacoste campus in the US, Gaultier gave FashionUnited and the students a lesson in freedom. Here are some selected excerpts from the conversation. You […]

Credits: The Lycra Company The LYCRA Company, a global leader in developing innovative, sustainable solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, announced today that it has signed a letter of intent with Dairen Chemical Corporation (DCC) to convert QIRA®—a brand of BDO (1,4- butanediol)—into low-impact PTMEG, the main ingredient in patented bio-derived LYCRA® fiber. Dairen will be the first company in the world to mass produce this low-impact bio-PTMEG at scale. In September […]

Illustrative image. Credits: Michael Olsen/Unsplash The ACT (Assessing low-Carbon Transition) initiative is the result of collaboration between the French Agency for Ecological Transition (ADEME), the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) and the World Benchmarking Alliance (WBA). Together, they have developed a methodology for assessing the maturity of companies' low-carbon transition plans. At the initiative of Paris Good Fashion, with ADEME, French growth accelerator DEFI Mode and consultancy […]

Laure de Metz Credits: Henry Rose Henry Rose, a genderless fine fragrance brand founded by Michelle Pfeiffer, has announced the appointment of Laure de Metz as its chief executive officer. Since launching as a direct-to-consumer brand in 2019, the company said, Henry Rose has experienced exponential growth under the leadership of Debi Theis, who will continue in her current role as president. This strategic CEO hire will further accelerate the brand's momentum, building upon its strong […]

Marcolin showroom in Paris Credits: Marcolin In the first three months of 2024, Marcolin reported adjusted EBITDA of 25.7 million euros, up by 8.5 percent, while net profit amounted to 7.3 million euros, increasing over 7 percent. The group’s net sales of 145.6 million euros, decreased 4.4 percent or 3.8 percent at constant exchange rates compared to the previous year. On a like-for-like basis, net sales were down 0.4 percent at current exchange and up by 0.3 percent at constant exchange […]

Coach store in Chicago Credits: Coach Tapestry’s third quarter net sales declined 2 percent to 1.48 billion dollars. Gross profit totaled 1.11 billion dollars, while gross margin was 74.7 percent. For fiscal 2024, the company forecasts revenue of over 6.6 billion dollars, approximately in-line with prior year on a reported basis and representing growth of approximately 1 percent on a constant currency basis and earnings per diluted share of 4.20 dollars to 4.25 dollars, up 8 percent to 9 […]

Salvatore Ferragamo boutique in Milan Credits: Salvatore Ferragamo Salvatore Ferragamo Group’s revenues of 227 million euros were down 18.3 percent at current exchange rates and 16.6 percent at constant exchange rate. In a statement, the company attributed the negative DTC performance to January trading and a volatile consumer environment in Greater China. The wholesale channel, Ferragamo added, was penalised by a weak environment and a hard comparison base due to a shift in delivery timing […]

Shane Wolf Credits: The Estée Lauder Companies The Estée Lauder Companies has appointed Shane Wolf as president, global brands, Aveda and Bumble and Bumble, effective July 1, 2024. Wolf, the company said, will report to Jane Hertzmark Hudis, executive group president, The Estée Lauder Companies, and join the company’s executive leadership team. The company added that with more than 25 years of hair care experience across brand management, marketing, education and artistry, Wolf’s […]

Warby Parker store Credits: Warby Parker/Facebook For the first quarter, Warby Parker's net revenue increased 28 million dollars or 16.3 percent to 200 million dollars. GAAP net loss for the quarter was 2.7 million dollars, gross margin increased 1.6 points to 56.7 percent, while adjusted EBITDA reached 22.4 million dollars and adjusted EBITDA margin was 11.2 percent. The company opened eight net new stores during the quarter, ending with 245 stores. “We entered 2024 with higher ambitions […]

Crocs Credits: Crocs The primary objective of any fashion or beauty brand is to make an emotional connection to motivate consumers to make a purchase - whether they are selling the latest anti-aging serum or a simple pair of socks. Brands who have successfully developed a solid branding strategy are more likely to establish a solid foundation for growth, and have a higher likelihood of attracting both new and returning customers. In fact, data from a study from marketing agency Red C found […]

College of Creative Studies Detroit presents The Show 2024. Credits: Anthony Kabiity The College for Creative Studies in Detroit presented The Show 2024 on Saturday May 4 at Cadieux Stage. This fourth iteration of The Show assembled over 200 attendees, with national and international recruiters from Bottega Veneta, Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Kate Spade, and Coach among the guests. The Show 2024 featured capsule collections from 23 students with over 130 looks shown, but up until 2022 the program […]

AW24 Copenhagen Fashion Week StineGoya Backstage Credits: Copenhagen Fashion Week by Tonya Matyu Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) has confirmed that 46 brands and institutions will make up the spring/summer 2025 event, which takes place from August 5 to 9. Brands on the schedule include returning brands such as A. Roege Hove, (Di)vision, Jade Cropper, Latimmier, Stine Goya, Rabens Saloner, Remain, and Sak Potts, alongside emerging designers Sinéad O'Dwyer, Alectra Rothschild / Masculina, Stamm […]

Amour Vert rebranding campaign Credits: Amour Vert American premium womenswear brand Amour Vert has unveiled a new vibrant rebrand as part of its ongoing expansion plans, as well as the announcement that it is moving its headquarters from San Francisco to the heart of the Los Angeles fashion district. Amour Vert, which positions itself as a sustainably focused womenswear brand offering a reimagination of “French chic and California cool” with eco-friendly materials, said the rebrand is […]

Antler Selfridges pop-up Credits: Antler In Pictures British luggage brand Antler has opened its first bespoke retail activation since its rebrand in 2023 in Selfridges London. Located on the lower ground floor of the luxury department store, the Antler pop-up coincides with the brand’s 110th anniversary and showcases its new Icon collection, featuring a range of luggage options, as well as its packing cubes, accessories, and the new Discovery backpack. The pop-up features an innovative […]

Sinéad O'Dwyer portrait Credits: Rankin courtsey of Zalando Irish fashion designer Sinéad O’Dwyer, known for challenging body diversity and inclusivity in her collections, has been named the winner of the Zalando Visionary Award. The award celebrates “the makers of the future,” by placing a spotlight on designers and brands with a visionary approach to creating positive social impact, driving innovation and creativity within the fashion industry and beyond. The London-based label was […]

Kate Rand, chief executive at Cocoon Club Credits: Cocoon Club Cocoon Club, the luxury handbag membership business, has named Kate Rand, previously chief operating officer at Threads Styling, as its new chief operating officer. Rand, who has a track record of building and scaling growth businesses and experience in social commerce, succeeds Ceanne Fernandes-Wong, who co-founded Cocoon Club with Matt Heiman in 2019. Heiman will continue to actively support the business as chairman. Commenting […]

Coco Baraer Panazza, CEO of My Wardrobe HQ Credits: Coco Baraer Panazza / My Wardrobe HQ Luxury rental and re-commerce platform My Wardrobe HQ has announced its merger with fellow UK-based fashion rental and resale platform Cercle, which focuses on unique luxury and vintage items. The strategic merger is to expand its global presence and enhance its offering, explained My Wardrobe HQ in a statement, as it looks to form a global fashion rental powerhouse. As part of this merger, Coco Baraer […]

Candace Parker, president of Adidas women’s basketball Credits: Adidas Basketball legend Candace Parker, who announced her retirement from the sport last month, has been named as president of Adidas women’s basketball. Parker, one of the most decorated players in women’s basketball has had a relationship with Adidas for the past 16 years, and has been appointed to create “a powerful platform aimed at influencing and elevating the future of women’s sports”. Adidas said in a […]

Interview Credits: Nona Source. Nona Source, the platform specialising in the marketing of deadstock materials from fashion houses, has introduced a solid business model. In a sector that is still poorly mastered eco-circularity, Nona Source pays particular attention to remaining economically balanced, while retaining awareness of the other factors that need to be taken into consideration. In this way, it is proving that creative circularity is not a burden for companies, but rather an […]

Safilo headquarters Credits: Safilo Group In the first quarter, Safilo's net sales amounted to 277.2 million euros, down 1.8 percent at constant exchange rates and 3.5 percent at current exchange rates influenced by the reduction in sales of Jimmy Choo. The company said in a statement that the other main drivers of the period were the weak performance of North America and the temporary slowdown of some emerging markets, dynamics largely offset by the continued progress of the […]

Shopify Credits: Roberto Cortese, Unsplash Shopify’s first quarter gross merchandise volume (GMV) increased 23 percent to 60.9 billion dollars. Revenue also increased 23 percent to 1.9 billion dollars, translating into year-over-year growth of 29 percent after adjusting for the sale of logistics businesses. “Our outstanding Q1 performance is clear proof of our dedication to the new shape of Shopify, our commitment to operating with a consistent team size, and our focus on building for the […]

The Wolverine classic “1000 Mile Boot” Credits: Wolverine Boots Wolverine Worldwide revenues of 394.9 million dollars declined 34.1 percent or 34.6 percent on a constant currency basis. Revenues from the ongoing business were down 24.5 percent or 25.1 percent constant currency to 390.8 million dollars. Gross margin for the quarter improved 650 bps to 45.9 percent, while adjusted gross margin improved 250 bps to 46.5 percent. Diluted earnings per share decreased to 19 cents, adjusted […]

Delta Apparel Credits: Facebook Second quarter net sales at Delta Apparel decreased to 78.9 million dollars. Salt Life Group segment net sales declined to 15.5 million dollars compared to the prior year period, while net sales in the Delta Group segment declined to 63.4 million dollars. Gross margins for the quarter were 4.3 percent compared to 14.7 percent in the prior year period, operating loss increased to 24.4 million dollars and adjusted operating loss was 6 million dollars. EBITDA was a […]

Eclectic Grandpa Aesthetic main image Credits: Chanel, Fendi, Todd Snyder, Anna Sui FW24/©Launchmetrics/spotlight Pinterest named ‘eclectic grandpa’ as one of its 2024 trend predictions earlier this year. It’s a vintage look that incorporates knitwear, tweed and corduroy in mostly oversized, comfy, layered silhouettes. Although consumers wished to move on from their Pandemic era sweatpants and tee shirts, they were reluctant to eschew the element of comfort they offered completely. […]

The University of the Arts London Credits: Image: UAL, courtesy UPM The University of the Arts London (UAL) has appointed researcher Joanne Begiato as the associate dean for research at London College of Fashion (LCF). She will be starting in her new role in August. Joanne Begiato is a professor of history with a range of interests. She has published on topics primarily related to the history of human bodies, a news article on the website of LCF, UAL reads. In recent years, the academic […]

Daan, Dust #16, 2020, Daan Duez Credits: Willy Vanderperre In this episode of The Business of Fashion podcast, Belgian photographer Willy Vanderperre shares more about his exhibition ‘Prints, films, a rave and more...’ at Momu, the fashion museum in Antwerp, Belgium. A selection of works by the Belgian photographer will be on display at the museum from April 27 to August 4, 2024. The exhibition focuses on Vanderperre's fascination with youth. For almost three decades, youth has been a […]

Kledingarbeiders in Bangladesh Credits: Sumit Suryawanshi voor FashionUnited Hear the true story of Lorena (not her real name), a garment worker in Los Angeles' Fashion District in this podcast. She goes to work every day and sews about 30 t-shirt collars or 50 backpack zips, depending on the day's assignment. She gets paid a few cents a piece. This is now illegal under California's 2022 Garment Workers Protection Act, which banned piece-work and required workers to be paid by the hour. But in […]

Credits: Pexels In this episode of the podcast ‘Wardrobe Crisis’, host Clare Press talks to British-Bengali designer Rahemur Rahman about class discrimination in the fashion industry. Rahman attended fashion studies at Central Saint Martins in London, where he now teaches fashion students himself. The podcast focuses on the creative sector in the UK, but social inequality is not just a problem in the UK, Press notes. "When you have an accent, you are already 1-0 behind," Rahman adds on his […]

Patou shop at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann. Credits: Patou. Available online on the ‘Inside LVMH’ platform, the group's certification course dedicated to the luxury sector will be starting a new session of the programme on May 21, 2024. The free course is aimed at students and young professionals and has attracted more than 78,000 participants since its launch in 2021. For the luxury market leader, the objective is clear: to create a pool of young talent likely to join one of the […]

Galeria-store in Hannover, Germany. Credits: Ole Spötter for FashionUnited Beauty products, handbags, shoes, underwear - these are to be the focal points of German department store chain Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof's product range in future. ‘This will enable us to clearly differentiate ourselves from the competition,’ the company's managing director, Olivier Van den Bossche, said on Tuesday. For beauty products such as perfume, the company also wants to rely on the extensive network of the […]

Swarovski flagship store on 5th Avenue in New York. Credits: Swarovski “Crystals are the essence of light, captured and reflected.” This poetic notion encapsulates the spirit of Swarovski, founded in Austria in 1895. As the world's premier crystal manufacturer, the company is celebrated for its high-quality crystals, gemstones, and exquisite jewellery and accessories. Operating globally with a presence in 170 countries and a diverse workforce of 20,000 employees from 104 nationalities, […]

Burberry boutique in Milan Credits: Burberry Burberry Group’s chief financial officer Kate Ferry will be taking a short leave of absence after undergoing unscheduled surgery. The company said in an announcement that Ferry is expected to resume her normal duties in June 2024. Ferry joined Burberry last year. She is responsible for finance and business services functions reporting to chief executive officer Jonathan Akeroyd. Ferry joined the group from McLaren Group where she has served as […]

Credits: True Fit Formerly only available for the world’s largest retailers, True Fit, powered by the Fashion Genome, launched for Shopify merchants and has seen a 900% growth in Shopify merchant adoption. True Fit’s 108% month-on-month (MoM) growth rate in Shopify is on trajectory to see 2,000+ merchants signed up on the platform in 2024. True Fit users are generating 27% of orders on Shopify merchants’ sites. Powering Shopify with AI fit personalisation is driving Shopify […]

Prada Group Lavanella Logistic Hub Credits: Gabriele Croppi, courtesy of Prada Group At a factory opening that produces Prada knitwear, Lorenzo Bertelli, the group’s marketing director and son of Miuccia Prada and CEO husband Patrizio Bertelli, told reporters the company is open to M&A opportunities. “We have been and will always be open to considering opportunities,” Bertelli said at the Torgiano-based based factory. Prada has been investing in its supply chains for many years, […]

TikTok Credits: Olivier Bergeron, Unsplash TikTok, the main sponsor of this year's Met gala, is fighting back against a potential ban in the United States by filing a lawsuit against the government. In a court filing on Tuesday, TikTok's parent company, Bytedance, contends that the U.S. Congress has crossed a constitutional line by singling out and aiming to prohibit the app. The complaint lodged by Bytedance argues that the a sale of TikTok is unfeasible and would inevitably lead to the […]

Freedom Moses' latest models, 'KIEFF' and 'PAZ', SS24. Credits: Freedom Moses As we step into the warmer months, the fashion industry is witnessing a significant revival of woven footwear, marking a stylish convergence of tradition and contemporary flair. The concept of woven shoes isn't new—it dates back to ancient civilizations where artisans used natural materials to create protective footwear. This summer, the once traditional technique of weaving has been refined and elevated by brands […]

Hurr campaign Credits: Hurr British rental platform Hurr has launched a new rental service, Hurr Flex, catering to a new generation of regular, multi-item, long-term renters. The new two-tier credit system allows customers to “unlock the ultimate wardrobe every day, for longer,” via one-off purchase rental pass bundles that convert into credit to be used within 12 months. In a statement, Hurr said the new service would allow consumers to rent their wardrobes “more flexibly,” with a […]

Rose Inc products Credits: Rose Inc British model and entrepreneur Rosie Huntington-Whiteley has announced that she has stepped down from Rose Inc, the beauty brand she founded in 2018 after it was sold at auction. In an Instagram post, Huntington-Whiteley said: "In 2018, I founded Rose Inc with a vision to foster a beauty community and create exceptional products in line with my values and beliefs. However, due to significant changes within the business, I’ve made the considered decision to […]

Maksu SS24 collection Credits: Maksu Contemporary womenswear brand Maksu has launched in the UK with its first flagship store in London and a dedicated online store. Maksu’s debut UK store is located at 23 Bruton Street and spans more than 3,200 square feet across three floors, housing its ready-to-wear, accessories and footwear, as well as a café on the top floor. Designed by Ciszak Dalmas Studio and Matteo Ferrari, the store takes inspiration from purity and minimal refinement, with […]

Homiés Marbella’s SS24 collection Credits: Homiés Marbella Premium Spanish lifestyle brand Homiés Marbella has opened its debut international flagship store in the heart of London’s Soho. Located at 52 Brewer Street, London, the store has been designed to capture the essence of the brand’s Mediterranean culture while embracing the cosmopolitan vibe of London with Andalusian influences, such as natural materials and terracotta hues, teamed with metallic accents. Commenting on the […]

Burberry unveils new Burberry Classics line. Credits: Burberry British heritage fashion house Burberry has been awarded six million renminbi (675,668 pounds) in damages in a Chinese trademark infringement case. Lusheng, a Chinese law firm and patent agency specialising in multinational intellectual property, helped Burberry win the significant trademark infringement case against Chinese company Xinboli Trading Shanghai in the Jiangsu Provincial High People's Court. The court found that […]

Miami Dolphins logo Credits: Miami Dolphins Fashion and lifestyle company Perry Ellis International has announced a new partnership with the NFL team Miami Dolphins as it expands into new sporting territories. Perry Ellis International, well known in the golf and tennis world, states that the partnership with the Miami Dolphins represents a “momentous step” for the fashion company and follows the brand launching a debut collection with the NFL team’s quarterback Tua Tagovailoa earlier […]

Boohoo Group headquarters Credits: Boohoo Group Boohoo Group GMV was down 13 percent to 1,809 million pounds for the fiscal year 2024, as group performance continued to be impacted by a difficult macroeconomic environment. The company said that revenue for the year of 1,461 million pounds, declined 17 percent reflecting increased focus on profitability and difficult market conditions. Boohoo sees improvement in H2 GMV The company however witnessed a positive trend in the GMV performance of […]

A$AP Rocky x Puma Credits: Puma Puma Puma sales increased by 0.5 currency adjusted to 2,102.3 million euros in the first quarter. Supported by the continued brand momentum and despite ongoing geopolitical and macroeconomic challenges, Puma expects to achieve mid-single-digit currency-adjusted sales growth and an operating result (EBIT) in the range of 620 million euros to 700 million euros for the financial year 2024 and net income to change in 2024 in line with the operating result. […]

Mister Spex store Credits: Mister Spex Omnichannel optician Mister Spex reported a 2 percent growth in the first quarter achieving sales of 51.1 million euros. The company said that the development in the key product categories was impacted by an earlier Easter, which negatively affected the number of working days and therefore, the production of prescription glasses. Commenting on the first quarter trading and outlook, Dirk Graber, CEO of Mister Spex SE, stated: "While the first quarter of […]

Lenzing AG Credits: Franz Neumayr for Lenzing The Lenzing Group’s revenue rose by 5.7 percent to 658.4 million euros in the first quarter of 2024 driven by higher fibre sales volumes. The company said in a release that EBITDA for the quarter more than doubled to 71.4 million euros, while EBIT was slightly positive at 1.5 million euros compared with minus 41.4 million euros in the first quarter of 2023. Earnings before tax (EBT) amounted to minus 17.8 million euros but better compared to […]

Revolve Credits: Revolve/Facebook Revolve Group’s first quarter net sales were 270.6 million dollars, a decrease of 3 percent. Net sales in April 2024 increased by a low single digit percentage, a sequential improvement compared to the trend reported for the first quarter of 2024. "We delivered significant expansion of our gross margin and year-over-year efficiency in our variable logistics costs in the first quarter of 2024, which contributed to strong profitability and cash flow generation […]

Interview Wasted Hour in Hamburg Credits: Wasted Hour First a digital magazine, then an online shop and finally a brick and mortar store: Hamburg-based concept store Wasted Hour's trajectory to date is about as multifaceted as that of its founder Martin Hufnagel. A law graduate with a penchant for fashion, culture and music, Hufnagel is a man of many talents - from founder to buyer to DJ - all while introducing the concept of gender-inclusive fashion to the people of Hamburg. In its […]

Me+Em's Madison Avenue flagship store, NYC Credits: Me+Em Luxury British womenswear brand Me+Em has launched its first marketing campaign in the United States to support its expansion into the market. Following the opening of Me+Em’s three debut US stores in the New York City area, one on Madison Avenue, one in Soho, and one in East Hampton earlier this spring, the new campaign aims to strengthen the brand’s presence in the nation. Named “The New Addition,” the campaign uses the […]

Crocs headquarters in Broomfield Credits: Crocs Inc. Crocs, Inc. first quarter revenues were 939 million dollars, an increase of 6.2 percent or 6.9 percent on a constant currency basis with direct-to-consumer (DTC) revenue growth of 11.8 percent or 12.3 percent on a constant currency basis and wholesale revenue increase of 3.2 percent or 4.1 percent on a constant currency basis. The company also announced the appointment of Susan Healy as executive vice president and chief financial officer, […]

In Pictures American actress Zendaya arrives at the Met Gala 2024 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on 6 May 2024 in New York, wearing a Givenchy look by John Galliano (1996). Credits: Photo by ANDREA RENAULT / AFP Anticipation for fashion’s biggest annual event had already begun over the weekend, when the usual marquee was erected over the steps of New York’s Metropolitan Museum, adorned with the words ‘Sleeping Beauties: Reawakening Fashion’, the title of the exhibition […]

Cashmere Credits: Johnstons of Elgin Scottish cashmere brand Johnston’s of Elgin has been bestowed with the King’s Award for Enterprise. The award, which celebrates outstanding achievement by UK businesses in the categories of innovation, international trade, sustainable development and promoting opportunity through social mobility, cements that brand’s status among Britain’s most distinguished businesses. The announcement places Johnstons of Elgin in the company of 252 esteemed […]

Studio Pia chief executive Pia Harpur Credits: Studio Pia Investment firm Inc & Co is expanding into the retail sector after acquiring ethical luxury lingerie brand Studio Pia for an undisclosed amount. In a statement, Inc & Co said the strategic investment would allow Studio Pia, known for its ethical and avant-garde lingerie designs, to perform a “brand refresh” later in the year, alongside relaunching its website and expanding its digital offering. The initial focus will be on […]

Justin Berkowitz, strategic partner of NN.07 in the US Credits: Justin Berkowitz / NN.07 Copenhagen-based menswear brand NN.07 has named Justin Berkowitz, the former men’s fashion director of Bloomingdale’s, as its strategic partner in the US to oversee the opening of its first flagship in the American market. The move is part of NN.07’s continued international expansion plans with branded spaces and flagship stores in Europe and the US ahead of its first store opening in New York this […]

Head Designer of No Excess, Janneke van Til Credits: No Excess In the intricate world of menswear, where trends come and go quickly, one thing always remains the same: style. But what does style mean in 2024? Janneke van Til, the head designer at No Excess, sheds light on this question and shares some insights into how menswear is evolving. "Style goes hand in hand with comfort," Van Til begins. "It's about clothing that not only looks good but also feels comfortable." In a time when comfort […]

Beauty Illustration of the Charlotte Tilbury ‘Future of Fragrance’ experience Credits: Charlotte Tilbury Beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury is celebrating its debut fragrance collection with a pop-up in London. Located at Protein Studios in London’s Shoreditch, the ‘Future of Fragrance’ experience will showcase Charlotte Tilbury’s first-ever fragrance collection, developed with master perfumers at flavours and fragrance company IFF and backed by neuroscience. Open from May 10 to […]

K-Way Credits: K-Way French fashion brand K-Way, owned by Turin-based group BasicNet SpA, known for its rain jackets, is venturing into eyewear with Marcolin. K-Way has signed an exclusive licensing agreement with Marcolin for the design, production, and worldwide distribution of K-Way brand sunglasses, optical frames, ski goggles and eyewear for kids. The six-year licensing deal comes into effect on January 1, 2025, and runs until December 31, 2030. The first collection will debut for […]

Beauty Beauty company Coty has inked a long-term fragrance deal with German television presenter and model Lena Gercke, who has her own fashion brand, LeGer. As part of the licensing deal, Coty will develop, produce and distribute LeGer’s debut fragrance, which is expected to launch in the DACH region (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland) this summer. Stefano Curti, chief brands officer of consumer beauty at Coty, said in a statement: “We are delighted to be collaborating with Lena Gercke to […]

ThreadUp warehouse Credits: ThreadUp Online resale platform ThredUp reported first quarter revenue of 79.6 million dollars, an increase of 5 percent year-over-year. Gross profit for the quarter totaled 55.3 million dollars, up 8 percent, while gross margin rose to 69.5 percent. Net loss contracted to 16.6 million dollars or a negative 20.8 percent, while adjusted EBITDA loss improved to 0.7 million dollars or a negative 0.9 percent of revenue. “We delivered another quarter of strong […]

Vanessa and M Chow Credits: Mr Chow Famed restaurant Mr Chow, known for its authentic Beijing cuisine and celebrity clientele, has launched its inaugural clothing collection to extend “its culinary expertise to fashion”. The limited-edition collection includes T-shirts, hoodies, hats, and joggers in black and white colourways. Every garment is pre-shrunk “to ensure a perfect fit” and includes the Mr Chow logo on the front, while the back boasts the evocative 1997 artwork by Helmut […]

Made with Reishi. Credits: MycoWorks, Lindsey Filowitz. San Francisco-based biomaterials company MycoWorks, known for its patented Fine Mycelium technology, has appointed Ginevra Boralevi as director of communications. Boralevi, who will be based in Paris, joins the MycoWorks' leadership team from French cashmere brand Eric Bompard, having led marketing and communications prior for major luxury groups in different sectors, including Dom Pérignon (LVMH) and Panerai (Richemont Group). In her […]

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators chant near the Met Gala. Credits: Charly Triballeau / AFP Protesters in New York converged near the Met Gala on Monday in a rally against the ongoing war in Gaza, leading to several arrests, police said. Among the rallying points were the gates of Columbia University, which has been the center of spreading demonstrations, before protesters marched through Manhattan to American fashion's biggest night -- or at least as close as police would let them. The Met Gala, […]

Credits: Amazon. Amazon said Tuesday it would invest 9 billion USD in Singapore over the next four years to expand its cloud computing capabilities in the city. The announcement comes after fellow tech titan Microsoft unveiled billions of dollars of investment in the same sectors in Southeast Asia last week as firms look to take advantage of growing demand in the region. Amazon said the figure doubles its investment in the city-state and will help it meet growing demand for cloud services and […]

Leeds high street Credits: Unsplash April's retail sales in the UK took a hit, dropping by 4 percent compared to the same period last year, according to data from the British Retail Consortium. The timing of Easter played a role in this decline, with the holiday falling in March this year as opposed to April last year, skewing year-on-year comparisons. To counteract this distortion, combined March and April sales figures were provided, revealing a modest growth of 0.2 percent. Despite efforts […]

Vhernier boutique in Miami Credits: Vhernier, Facebook Richemont has acquired 100 percent stake in Vhernier, the distinctive Italian jewellery maison, in a private transaction. Founded in Valenza, Italy in 1984 and headquartered in Milan, Vhernier was acquired by the Traglio family in 2001. Commenting on the acquisition, Johann Rupert, chairman of Richemont, said: “Maison Vhernier brings a distinguished and distinctive design that beautifully blends modern, sleek and elegant shapes with […]

Lululemon Team Canada Summer Athlete Kit for Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games Credits: Lululemon Canada's Competition Bureau has initiated a formal probe into Lululemon's environmental claims featured in its marketing campaigns, spurred by allegations of deceptive tactics. Marianne Blondin, a bureau spokesperson, confirmed the investigation to Canadian broadcaster CBC. Stand.earth, the advocacy group at the forefront of the scrutiny, has accused Lululemon of engaging in greenwashing, […]

Toni Garrn co-created by About You Credits: About You The About You Group achieved revenue growth of 1.6 percent to 1,935.2 million euros and improvement in adjusted EBITDA to 3.2 million euros despite tougher-than-expected market conditions. For fiscal year 2024-2025, the company’s management board expects group revenue growth between 1 percent and 10 percent year-on-year and an increase in adjusted EBITDA to 10 million euros to 30 million euros. "In FY 2023/2024, we entered positive […]

Coastal Grandmother 2024/main image Credits: Polo Ralph Lauren, Ferretti, Tod's, Gauchere/©Launchmetrics/spotlight While the term ‘Coastal Grandmother’ was first introduced by TikTok influencer Lex Nicoleta back in 2022, the aesthetic is still relevant for consumers in 2024 and beyond. Nicoleta referenced characters such as Erica Barry, (Diane Keaton), in Nancy Meyer’s movie ‘Something’s Gotta Give’ as inspiration for the look. She pictured a series of classic put-together […]

Zalando headquarters Credits: Zalando Zalando delivered growth and improved profitability in the first quarter with gross merchandise volume (GMV) increase of 1.3 percent to 3.3 billion euros and revenues of 2.2 billion euros compared with 2.3 billion euros in the prior-year period. Zalando said, adjusted EBIT rose to 28.3 million euros, in line with market expectations and representing a margin of 1.3 percent, compared to negative 0.7 million euros in the prior-year period driven by lower […]

Mended Credits: Mended Background: A closer look at the EU law 'Right to Repair' that is in the works [and the fashion industry] 1. The Rise of Repair, also in the fashion industry ”Well, I'm obviously in the repair bubble, but I dare say the repair domain is growing,” Sieds Wijnja, founder of repair platform Jafix.com which develops DIY manuals for consumers and companies such as Dutch textile discounter Zeeman and outdoor retailer Bever, tells FashionUnited. Jafix.com is an […]

Infiniment Coty Paris Credits: Coty Coty’s third quarter net revenues grew 8 percent to 1,386 million dollars on a reported basis and 10 percent on a LFL basis supported by growth in fragrances, colour cosmetics, skin care and body care. These results trended above the company's guidance of 6 to 8 percent LFL for the second half of FY24. On a year-to-date basis, net revenues grew 13 percent to 4,755 million dollars on both a reported and LFL basis. The company said in a release that Coty […]

Marc Jacobs at his SS23 show Credits: Launchmetrics Spotlight LVMH and Marc Jacobs are once again gracing the headlines this week, with speculation swirling around the potential sale of the New York-based brand. Despite efforts to quash rumors, whispers of a possible transaction persist, keeping industry observers on the edge of their seats. Last week, Bloomberg stirred the pot by reporting that LVMH, the luxury conglomerate, was exploring strategic options for Marc Jacobs amidst apparent […]

The entertainment world hits the red carpet Monday for the annual Met Gala, New York's party of the year that hosts a parade of superstars donning their most extravagant looks. Zendaya, Jennifer Lopez, Bad Bunny and Chris Hemsworth will join Vogue Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour to host the so-called Oscars of the East Coast, which is a mammoth fundraiser for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute. The extravaganza's dress code this year is "The Garden of Time" -- which draws […]

Recyclable swimwear by Decathlon. Credits: Decathlon French sporting goods chain Decathlon has teamed up with the Belgian textile recycling company Resortecs to develop a recyclable swimwear collection. The collection addresses the main problem with recycling swimwear to date, which has been that swimwear fabrics usually have high elastane content, but elastane cannot yet be separated from the yarns and recycled. Decathlon has therefore developed Negombo, a recyclable fabric that guarantees […]

A$AP Rocky x Puma's latest F1-inspired collection. Credits: Puma. In continuation of the duo’s ongoing partnership, sportswear giant Puma and rapper A$AP Rocky have unveiled a new capsule collection dedicated to motorsports. Rocky, who was named the creative director of Puma’s Formula 1 deal, said in a release that the line was “all about giving fans the opportunity to have their own racing suit”, as reflected in the core product of the collection, the ‘A$AP Rocky x Puma […]

Nordstrom Credits: Nordstrom Inc. New York-based private equity firm Sycamore Partners has set its sights on acquiring U.S. department store group Nordstrom, with plans to take it private. Following discussions held by Nordstrom CEO Erik Nordstrom and President Pete Nordstrom with the chain's board last month, the company confirmed its exploration of the possibility of privatization. In a statement, Nordstrom expressed its commitment to enhancing shareholder value, emphasizing the ongoing […]

Tunis Fashion Week / Sea Design Lab by ATFP Credits: Tunis Fashion Week By bringing together institutional delegations from China and Russia, potential private partners from Algeria and brands from Tunisia, Portugal, Italy, Russia and France, at the gateway to the Sahara, in the phantasmagorical setting of an arty, industrial salt lake, the producer of Tunis Fashion Week, Anis Montacer, presents Tunisia with a strategic place on the international fashion scene. On April 21, at the Chott […]

Chanel Resort PO S25 079 Credits: Spotlight Launchmetrics Chanel's latest Cruise collection unveiling marked a departure from the norm as the iconic luxury brand set its sights on Marseille, France's bustling port city. Amidst the tradition of luxury brands jetting off to far-flung locales for Cruise season, Chanel's choice of Marseille highlights the city's unique standing in France's fashion landscape, a harmonious blend of classic French elegance and Mediterranean charm. Hosted at […]

Guess at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Credits: Guess In Pictures American ready-to-wear brand Guess has unveiled the location of its next '#DestinationGuess'. After setting up shop in a number of European beach clubs and ski resorts over the last few months, the label is now settling in South Africa. In collaboration with its long-standing partner Marcolin, specialists in the production and distribution of eyewear, Guess has planted itself in the Botlierskop Private Game Reserve, a luxury […]

Credits: Sézane. Women's ready-to-wear brand Sézane is continuing to travel the roads of the US to meet its American customers. Following the launch of a short-term base in Austin, Texas, it is now setting up shop in Washington DC. At the beginning of March, Sézane opened a pop-up store in South Congress, one of Austin's busiest shopping areas. The brand is now turning its attention to the north-west of the US, with a new ephemeral address right in the heart of the historic and trendy […]

With "The Shitthropocene", Patagonia explores the age of cheap clothing rubbish. Credits: Patagonia In a documentary that is as humorous as it is revealing, the US outdoor company Patagonia has taken a critical look at consumer habits and the resulting clothing waste. The 45-minute film entitled 'The Shitthropocene' - an allusion to the current geological age of mankind (the Anthropocene) - takes a satirical but brutally honest look at how everything in the clothing industry has turned into […]

SS24 Isabel de Villiers at South Africa Fashion Week Credits: Isabel de Villiers South Africa Fashion Week (SAFW) has enjoyed a good reputation for decades. Founded in 1997 by Lucilla Booyzen, the biannual event takes place in both Johannesburg and Cape Town and presents an important opportunity for retailers to discover the richness of African fashion. South Africa is a breeding ground for fashion talent. According to fashion designers from the country, social and ecological awareness play a […]

Credits: Lectra With the Kubix Link 3.4 platform and the new Kubix Forms offer, brands will be able to optimize their operational efficiency Lectra, a major Industry 4.0 player in the fashion, automotive and furniture markets, announces a major development of its SaaS platform dedicated to product data management for the fashion sector: Kubix Link 3.4 This new version improves optimization at each phase of bringing a product to market, from design to marketing. Its launch goes hand in hand […]

Founder of Model Alliance, Sara Ziff. Credits: Model Alliance Model Alliance, a research and policy organisation, rallied on the steps of the Metropolitan Museum of Art yesterday to spotlight the Fashion Workers Act, a bill proposal that hopes to regulate New York’s model management agencies. The rally, which was notably organised on the eve of Met Gala Monday, saw attendance from models, including Kaja Sokola and Ambra Battilana Gutierrez, as well as lawmakers, labour advocates and […]

Tod's boutique in Mumbai. Credits: Tod's Milan - The friendly takeover bid for Tod's launched by L Catterton, an investment fund associated with LVMH, has exceeded the threshold of 90 percent of the capital, which will allow the Italian luxury shoe maker to be delisted from the Milan Stock Exchange, according to results published on Friday. "Tod's shares will be automatically withdrawn from listing and trading on Euronext Milan" after the end of the offer, which runs until 8 May, the Italian […]

The fashion veterans behind the new Copenhagen fashion fair: Mads Petersen and Clara Leone. Credits: Mandatory CPH The Danish capital is getting a new trade fair in June. Under the confident name of Mandatory CPH, it will bring Scandinavian and international brands together with buyers. According to its website, Mandatory CPH will take place from 26 to 28 June at Øksnehallen, an exhibition space in Copenhagen's Vesterbro district. The events itself will bring together around 100 brands for […]

Marc Puig, Puig CEO, at the company's IPO in Barcelona Credits: Puig Europe’s biggest IPO of 2024 saw Spanish conglomerate Puig exceed its share price of 24.50 euros to 25.50 euros on Friday, resulting in a market capitalisation of 13.9 billion euros after it sold 106.5 million shares. The funds raised, some 2.6 billion euros, will allow the fragrance and fashion group to make further acquisitions and reduce its debt. The parent of brands including Rabanne, Dries Van Noten, Jean Paul […]

Tala to launch in store in Selfridges Credits: Tala British athleisurewear brand Tala is set to make its physical debut in the luxury department store chain Selfridges. From May 10 onwards, Tala will be available for purchase in all four Selfridges stores, including locations at Oxford Street, a branded store in Manchester Trafford, the Manchester Exchange Square, and the Birmingham location. The Tala spaces in Selfridge will offer popular collections such as DayFlex, Sculpt Seamless, […]

Kitsuné x Vilebrequin Credits: Vilebrequin website Amazon’s luxury stores will soon be carrying French swimwear brand Vilebrequin across its curated platforms across Europe. Since its launch in September 2020, Amazon has steadily added to its luxury offer, which includes brands Oscar de la Renta, Eudon Choi, Elie Saab, Altuzarra as well as re-sale items from luxury houses and designers. Vilebrequin was founded in Saint Tropez in 1971 by Fred Prysquel. Beginning its life, as it is now, as a […]

Participants of House of Denim’s incubator programme in Denim City, Amsterdam. Credits: Mika Jansen Photography The world is bursting with talent if you know where to look. These talents need to be nurtured and given space to develop, space that is not always available in the traditional educational system. Denim talents now have a place to go: The House of Denim Talent Incubator Programme. The programme is supported by the PVH Foundation, the foundation behind Calvin Klein and Tommy […]