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Rains Pop-up in Galeries Lafayette Credits: Rains Rains has opened a pop-up space at the Paris Haussmann location of French luxury retailer Galeries Lafayette. The 30 square meter temporary space is located in an atrium in the menswear area, Rains announced on Thursday. The Danish outerwear brand will also be stocking some of the shop windows for the period until October 14. Rains has its typical product range for the pop-up - from unisex fleece to winter-proof puffers - as well as the […]

Jonathan Anderson at Loewe SS25 show Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Jonathan Anderson could become the next creative director at the French fashion house Dior. The Northern Irish designer just celebrated his 10th anniversary at Loewe. Now he could possibly change his creative leadership chair and take over at the fashion house Dior, which also belongs to the French luxury goods group LVMH. The appointment is imminent, according to industry sources cited by the Paris fashion platform Miss […]

Interview Christina Dean and Silvia Acien Parrilla with Redress Alum Ngoc Ha Thu Le during the Redress x TAL Design Challenge. Credits: Redress x TAL. It is no secret that establishing connections between emerging designers and large-scale manufacturers comes with an array of obstacles. Yet there are those trying to mitigate these challenges, bridging the gap between the young designer and the global manufacturer in order to, ultimately, push forward a new chapter in the story of […]

Credits: Fenwick Just weeks before Nigel Blow was to take up the role of chief executive at Fenwick, the premium department store chain announced that he would no longer be stepping into the position. Now, Blow has spoken out to bring clarification to the decision. Currently the CEO of Morleys, Blow is a former executive for Harrods, where there is an ongoing dispute regarding sexual assault allegations against the retailer’s prior owner, the late Mohamed Al Fayed. No connection between […]

Credits: Refined Networks Refined Networks, the global platform for cross-border digital commerce, is delighted to welcome Richard Price to its Board of Directors. The non-executive appointment comes at a time of rapid expansion for Refined Networks. Since 2021, the company has partnered with over 40 international fashion brands to launch them cross-border on leading online marketplaces, and is accelerating its growth in SS25 with a portfolio of new launches onto Nordstrom and Macy’s, as […]

Credits: Mulberry, Battersea Power Station Just a few days after the British luxury leather goods brand Mulberry rejected a takeover attempt by the British retail group Frasers Group Plc, Frasers has now increased its stake in the traditional British brand. As revealed in a statement, Frasers subscribed to 3.96 million shares at a price of 100 pence per share. Mulberry, which is listed on AIM (a sub-market of the London Stock Exchange), announced last month that it would issue new ordinary […]

Lacoste pop-up in KaDeWe Credits: Lacoste Accent Group has announced its appointment as the exclusive distributor for Lacoste and Dickies in the Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) regions. The two brands are currently sold in ANZ through direct-to-consumer channels, online and owned stores and via wholesale – the former into department stores and other specialty retailers, while the latter is focused on specialty streetwear and youth stores, such as Glue Store and Universal. Both distribution […]

Ottolinger SS25 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight With Paris Fashion Week concluding the grand fashion circus for spring/summer 2025, the French capital showcased everything one might expect from a fashion week. Highlights included Alessandro Michele's inaugural Valentino show, JW Anderson's 10th anniversary at Loewe, and literal fireworks during the Coperni presentation at Disneyland. However, beyond the main stages, fashion week offered much more. Particularly in the way of relatively young […]

Tesco Credits: Tesco, Facebook British supermarket giant Tesco has reported a “strong performance” for its clothing category, which it said had helped boost its Home and Clothing division where sales rose 0.3 percent. This was revealed in the company’s latest interim report for the financial year 2024/25, when volume growth and market share gains were notably highlighted by the retailer. Home and Clothing sales had been impacted by a (1.3)ppts drag from the transition of a new […]

Lancaster, UK. Credits: Unsplash. Footfall in the UK rose for the first time in over a year in September, increasing 3.3 percent year-over-year and up from -0.4 percent in the month prior. Helen Dickinson, chief executive of the British Retail Consortium (BRC), which published the data with Sensormatic, credited the uptick to “mild temperatures” that she said had left retailers in “the sweet spot for additional shopping trips”. This was compared to the same period last year, when a […]

Primark Manchester store Credits: Primark Value fashion retailer Primark, part of Associated British Foods, has launched a new durability framework, as it states it is possible to create affordable fashion that lasts, debunking the myth that price equals quality, with research showing five pound T-shirts can last as long as, or longer than, their pricey counterparts. The durability framework draws on insights from WRAP, Hubbub, and the University of Leeds, as well as Primark’s own […]

Hodinkee is acquired by Watches of Switzerland. Credits: Hodinkee. The Watches of Switzerland (WOSG) has set its sights on an expanded audience through the acquisition of Hodinkee, an editorial content provider for luxury watch enthusiasts. The move builds on an ongoing Long Range Plan at the group, which aims to “leverage existing growth opportunities by growing sector leadership online”. This latest acquisition, for example, is based on the premise of enhancing the ability to capture […]

Credits: Fenwick, Facebook Nigel Blow, a former executive of Harrods, is believed to have opted to no longer become the chief executive of British department store chain Fenwick amid controversy surrounding his previous employer. Blow had worked at Harrods over the course of 14 years, from 1992 to 2007, during the time when the retailer had been owned by the late Mohamed Al Fayed, who is currently at the centre of sexual assault claims made to the BBC. Following the allegations, Blow had […]

In Pictures H&M Adorables label Credits: H&M Swedish retailer H&M is launching a line of premium clothing and accessories label for babies and kids focusing on longevity and high-quality materials that are soft on the skin, keep their shape and don’t pill. The premium ‘H&M Adorables’ label, launching on October 10, features newborn essentials and gifts, timeless foundational babywear pieces, and refined kidswear wardrobe favourites, designed with the notion that […]

Hedi Slimane at Celines SS23 Menswear-Show Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight It was one of the swiftest transitions in recent fashion history. On Wednesday, Celine confirmed months of speculation by announcing that Hedi Slimane was indeed stepping down as creative director of the French fashion house, only to reveal his successor just a few hours later. His immediate successor, Michael Rider, not only assumed control over the brand’s vision but also temporarily shifted the industry's gaze […]

In Pictures Arsenal x Aries collection Credits: Arsenal British football club Arsenal has unveiled a limited-edition collection with London-based streetwear label Aries. The 26-piece collection blends Arsenal’s north London heritage with Aries’ luxe-streetwear aesthetic, featuring jersey tracksuits, graphic T-shirts, football shirts, and nylon and jacquard denim sets. Classic Aries silhouettes have been re-imagined, including a navy wool bomber jacket that has been embroidered with […]

Ravenhead Retail Park, St Helens. Credits: DWD. Real estate company British Land has snapped up seven retail parks from their former owner Brookfield for a total of 441 million pounds. The move builds on the firm’s “market leading position in retail parks”, CEO Simon Carter said, before adding that “parks remained the preferred format for retailers”. The portfolio spans 1.9 million square feet and boasts an occupancy rate of 99 percent, according to British Land. The acquired lots […]

Collina Strada Spring/Summer 2025 Credits: Trendstop The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has announced a new partnership with Google to launch a Fashion Equity Fellowship. Through the deal, running through spring 2025, the duo have established a grant programme aimed at bringing the resources of Google to designers and brands in a bid to support their upcoming New York Fashion Week collections and shows due February 2025. For the first edition of the programme, the three […]

YNAP sign Credits: YNAP After what has been a long and, seemingly, tedious sales process, Swiss luxury giant Richemont may have finally found a buyer for its loss-making e-commerce platform Yoox Net-a-Porter (YNAP). It has been reported that German luxury e-tailer Mytheresa is close to snapping up what had been its online rival after formerly interested parties, Bain Capital and Permira, were understood to have dropped out. This is according to The Fashion Law, which said that sources informed […]

Chanel SS25 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The Paris Fashion Week in September 2024 was fully booked, showcasing an increased presence of industry professionals and fans, creating a strong connection between creativity, a sense of luxury, openness to diverse cultures, and a desire for more virtuous fashion. This season’s Paris Fashion Week, featuring the ready-to-wear collections for spring/summer 2025, concluded this week, with one of the primary takeaways being the significant turnout. […]

Filippo Grazioli. Credits: Courtesy of Missoni Missoni is saying goodbye to its creative director Filippo Grazioli, who has been at the helm of the Italian fashion house since 2022. His last collection for the fashion house was presented on September 20 during Milan Fashion Week. Missoni immediately announced Grazioli's successor to be Alberto Caliri, as reported by WWD. In an interview with the trade platform, Missoni CEO Livio Proli confirmed that Caliri will be the new creative director. […]

MM6 Maison Margiela SS25 show Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Trade fair organiser Pitti Immagine has announced the next guest brand for its men’s fashion fair Pitti Uomo: MM6 Maison Margiela. The avant-garde label is presenting a men's collection designed exclusively for the fair, Pitti Immagine revealed on Thursday, which will be shown during the upcoming Pitti Uomo, set to take place from January 14 to 17 in Florence. MM6 Maison Margiela's womenswear will be presented as usual at Milan […]

Lori Burgher, CMO, Arbonne Credits: Arbonne International Wellness and beauty firm Arbonne International has appointed Lori Burgher as its new chief marketing and growth officer. The company said in a release that Burgher is already leading Arbonne's marketing efforts, focusing on high-impact strategies to drive customer engagement and solidify Arbonne's position as a leader in sustainable, ethical wellness and beauty products. With over 25 years of experience, Burgher has led marketing […]

LFW SS25 Color Combinations Credits: LFW SS25©Launchmetrics/spotlight The mark of a skilled designer is the ability to mix colours together in unexpected ways. From Ahluwalia and Ashley Williams to Burberry and Bora Aksu, this aptitude was showcased on the runways of LFW SS25 to great effect. The Pantone colour Institute predicted ten standout colours for LFW SS25 in an “idiosyncratic palette,” that included “a strong chromatic foundation with energetic accents for moments of […]

Credits: Fabtex Georgia We are proud to announce that the Fabtex Georgia 2024 International Textile Industry Fair has concluded with remarkable success, bringing together over 1,050 professional visitors from 11 countries, including Georgia, Russia, Armenia, India, China, Ukraine, Germany, Iran, Turkey, Poland, and Pakistan. This year’s exhibition featured 52 exhibitors from Georgia, Turkey, Azerbaijan, the UAE, Uzbekistan, and China, underscoring the event's international significance. The […]

Show Miu Miu SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight With Fashion Month concluding on October 1st in Paris, focusing on Spring/Summer 2025, it has sparked an immediate buying frenzy in the secondhand market. Fashion Weeks are now more influential than ever, particularly on resale platforms, where fashion enthusiasts rush to find pieces that echo what they’ve admired on the runway. From high-demand brands to sought-after styles, here are the secondhand trends set to make waves. Disney […]

Seasalt store on Cape Cod, in Falmouth, Massachusetts Credits: Kenzie Costello Designs LLC British clothing and lifestyle brand Seasalt has opened its first standalone store in the US, bringing the spirit of Cornwall to Cape Cod in Falmouth, Massachusetts, as it implements its US retail expansion plans. Located in the heart of Falmouth, the 2,500 square foot store on Main Street is the largest of all Seasalt stores and showcases a comprehensive collection of womenswear, alongside its […]

Béis luggage product range Credits: Béis Béis, the luggage brand founded by actress Shay Mitchell, is teaming up with resale tech company Trove to offer a new resale platform to offer pre-loved Béis products. ‘Second Béis’ will let consumers buy gently used best-selling Béis products, including weekenders, rollers, backpacks, and commuter totes/duffles. Adeela Hussain Johnson, chief executive of Béis, said in a statement: "This programme does two things — it gives our bags a […]

Credits: MAGIC MAGIC New York and SOURCING at MAGIC New York return to the Javits Center this September, bringing together thousands of attendees, along with hundreds of fashion brands and global suppliers. With over 300 brands showcasing the latest in apparel, footwear and accessories, MAGIC New York offers buyers a vibrant display of modern sportswear, trend-driven and young contemporary collections. In tandem, the co-located SOURCING at MAGIC features a global assembly of over 100 […]

Wolf & Badger expands into pets category Credits: Wolf & Badger Wolf & Badger, the global marketplace for independent brands, has introduced a curated collection of premium, ethically produced pet products to cater to the growing consumer demands to provide for their pets while upholding their ethical values. The new category aims to bring Wolf & Badger’s commitment to craftsmanship and conscious practices into the world of pet care, offering consumers stylish accessories, […]

In Pictures Klarna and Angel City FC collaborate with Hija de tu Madre – campaign featuring ACFC Forward Katie Johnson and Midfielder Rocky Rodriguez Credits: Klarna Klarna, the AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant and Angel City Football Club, a member of the National Women’s Soccer League, has unveiled a capsule collection with LA-based Latinx lifestyle brand, Hija de tu Madre. The limited-edition clothing collection launches in celebration of Hispanic Heritage […]

From left to right: Stefano Domenicali, President & CEO of Formula 1, Bernard Arnault, Chairman & CEO, LVMH Group, Greg Maffei, President & CEO, Liberty Media, and Frédéric Arnault, CEO, LVMH Watches. Credits: © Boby. French luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton has signed a 10-year partnership agreement with Formula 1 to become the motorsport’s global partner. The move comes as F1 prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary in 2025 and will see several of […]

In Pictures Built for Athletes apparel collection Credits: Built for Athletes Fitness brand Built for Athletes, known for its high-performance bags and accessories, is entering the apparel market with its first-ever clothing collection. After almost a decade of experience, Built for Athletes is utilising its functional performance and innovation expertise for its new nine-piece athleticwear collection for men and women. The collection, which has been 12 months in the making, aims to […]

Minnesota Vikings and Mitchell & Ness ‘Three Deep’ collection Credits: Mitchell & Ness Ahead of the 2024 NFL London games this month, American sports-related clothing company Mitchell & Ness has unveiled a capsule collection with the Minnesota Vikings. The ‘Three Deep’ collection honours the Vikings’ legendary wide receiver trio Cris Carter, Randy Moss and Jake Reed with classic NFL designs featuring limited-edition bespoke T-shirts and hoodies. The trio of Carter, Moss […]

Two women from the Piel Marina cooperative handle fish skins to make earrings in Puntarenas, Costa Rica (Sept. 2024). Credits: EZEQUIEL BECERRA / AFP Costa de Pájaros, Costa Rica - On a beach in Costa Rica, as fishermen land the day's catch, two women are hard at work on a slimy sea bass skin, rubbing, scraping, washing, and tanning the hide to turn it into leather. Two years ago, both Mauren Castro, 41, and Marta Sosa, 70, were stay-at-home mums dependent on their fishermen husbands to […]

Levi's flagship store in Berlin, Germany Credits: Levi Strauss&Co. For the third quarter, Levi Strauss net revenues of 1.5 billion dollars were flat on a reported basis, and 2 percent higher on a constant-currency basis. Levi Strauss announced that it has initiated a formal review of strategic alternatives for the Dockers brand, which could include a potential sale or other strategic transaction. The company’s net income rose to 21 million dollars and adjusted net income to 132 million […]

Anti-counterfeit expert from the platform Vestiaire Collective. Credits: Vestiaire Collective. The burgeoning second-hand market has thrust a profession once shrouded in obscurity into the spotlight: the anti-counterfeit expert. It's a highly sought-after profession today, with many candidates and few chosen ones. Yet, the demand for experts in luxury goods is increasing as the second-hand fashion industry gains traction. "There's a rigorous selection process, as it's a profession that many […]

Ferragamo SS25, Milan Fashion Week Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Watch Ferragamo’s runway show at Milan Fashion Week showcasing their SS25 collection. Promotion Read more about Ferragamo on their brandpage

Dolce & Gabbana SS25, Milan Fashion Week Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Watch Dolce & Gabbana’s runway show at Milan Fashion Week showcasing their SS25 collection. Promotion Read more about Dolce & Gabbana on their brandpage

Michael Rider, artistic director at Celine Credits: Celine Less than hours after Celine announced it had parted ways with Hedi Slimane, its artistic, creative and image director since January 2018, the French fashion house has appointed Michael Rider as its new artistic director. Rider, previously creative director of Polo Ralph Lauren, will take up his new role in early 2025 and will be creatively responsible for all Celine collections, including womenswear, menswear, leather goods, […]

GU x Rokh collection Credits: GU GU, the sister brand to Uniqlo and part of the Fast Retailing Group, has unveiled a collaboration with emerging luxury brand Rokh by designer Rok Hwang. Rokh, which earlier this year teamed up with Swedish retailer H&M, has collaborated with GU on an exclusive ‘Play in Style’ themed outerwear, apparel, accessories and footwear collection, launching on October 18. The 22-piece GU x Rokh collection celebrates elegance and originality at an accessible […]

Diesel SS25, Milan Fashion Week Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Watch Diesel’s runway show at Milan Fashion Week showcasing their SS25 collection. Promotion Read more about Diesel on their brandpage

Jaylen Brown’s new brand 741 - ‘Rover - Black Moon’ sneaker Credits: 741 NBA star Jaylen Brown, number 7 for the Boston Celtics, has launched his own performance and sneaker brand, 741, to “empower athletes and provide consumers with quality, stylish designs that elevate performance on and off the field”. Brown, who was previously endorsed by Adidas until his shoe contract expired in 2021, said in a statement that he turned down offers over 50 million US dollars in endorsements to […]

Nike Store Singapore Credits: Nike Inc. Shares of Nike Inc. were down around 6 percent in the extended trading on Tuesday on the NYSE and are currently down around 5 percent in pre-market activity after the sportswear giant warned on weak revenues in its second quarter, withdrew its revenue forecast for fiscal 2025, and postponed investor day. The move comes as the company reported weak results in its first quarter, even as earnings beat the market view. According to the firm, the decisions […]

Pickleball court Credits: Pexels by Mason Tuttle Thirty-5 Capital, the private equity firm focused on sports technology and innovation companies, has announced its first strategic investment in pickleball apparel through a partnership with Muev, a new fashion performance brand looking to elevate activewear for America's fastest-growing sport. The move marks a key expansion of the pickleball portfolio that Thirty-5 Capital is building through its United Pickleball Properties, LLC., investment […]

Beauty Grown Alchemist hoardings - 35 Beak Street in Soho, London Credits: Shaftesbury Capital Australian beauty retailer Grown Alchemist is opening its first store in the UK in November. The two-floor store will be located at 35 Beak Street in Soho, London, and will be the brand’s first store outside of Melbourne, Australia. The 600-square-foot space by the southern entrance to Carnaby Street will offer treatments and experiences that utilise a biotech-based approach for a 360-degree […]

Burberry B shield scarf made with Brewed Protein fibre Credits: Burberry British heritage fashion house Burberry has launched a scarf using innovative new material, Brewed Protein fibre, developed by Japanese biotech firm Spiber. In a statement, Burberry said it is the first luxury brand to release new products using Brewed Protein; a next-gen, lab-grown fibre produced through the fermentation of plant-based, renewable ingredients. It adds it will utilise this new innovative sustainable fibre […]

Hedi Slimane Credits: ©Y.R. / Celine Celine and Hedi Slimane go their separate ways. The French fashion house is parting ways with its Artistic, Creative and Image Director after more than seven years, Celine announced on Wednesday. Under Slimane's leadership, Celine experienced exceptional growth and established itself as an "iconic French couture house." According to rumors: Slimane leaving Celine The rumor mill about Slimane's departure has been bubbling since April because he was […]

Cassandra “Sandra” Harris, Genesco Senior Vice President, Finance and Chief Financial Officer Credits: Genesco Footwear company Genesco Inc. has appointed Cassandra “Sandra” Harris as senior vice president of finance and chief financial officer, effective October 7. Harris joins Genesco with experience in retail, finance, supply chain and information technology leadership and served as chief financial officer for direct-to-consumer, global supply chain and shared services at VF […]

Scarlett Gasque campaign image Credits: Scarlett Gasque Lingerie and corsetry brand Scarlett Gasque has appointed Tina Gershoff as its new chief executive and president to drive global expansion. Gershoff, who has more than two decades of experience in scaling and transforming businesses within the women’s fashion apparel sector, has been brought on to spearhead Scarlett Gasque’s growth initiatives in the US market, enhancing the brand’s footprint in the country, cultivate new business […]

Wrangler x Lainey Wilson collection campaign Credits: Wrangler shot by Zoey Grossman In Pictures Denim brand Wrangler has signed a multi-year partnership with country music star Lainey Wilson to offer consumers a “joyful patchwork of contemporary cowgirl style”. Wilson, who won ‘Best Country Album’ at the 2024 Grammy Awards, is launching her first-ever fashion collection with a range for autumn/winter 2024 that celebrates the country spirit and “distils it into fashion form”. In a […]

Nutitty campaign - Lilith wears the Supportive Breast Friend bra and Dowry wears the Cool Contours bra Credits: Nutitty by Erez Sabag Fashion manufacturing veteran Melanie DiSalvo, who has served as a product development consultant for more than 15 years, has launched a new lingerie brand offering post-surgery undergarments to help women feel comfortable and confident after a mastectomy. Nu:titty is launching with three bra styles, all with front closures and the proper compression needed for […]

Sandro storefront. Credits: SMCP. SMCP Group, the Parisian retail group that includes Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot and Fursac, has named Ida Simonsen president and chief executive of SMCP North America. Simonsen joins from Stella McCartney, where she has served as president of the Americas for over 12 years, playing a crucial role in expanding the British brand’s retail and wholesale presence across the US, Canada, and Mexico. During her tenure, Simonsen guided Stella McCartney through […]

Uniqlo store in Rotterdam. Credits: Uniqlo September 2024 same-store sales including online sales increased by 22.1 percent at Uniqlo Japan, while total sales including online sales increased by 24.7 percent. The company, part of the Fast Retailing Group said in a release that same-store sales expanded significantly year on year in September on the back of strong sales of summer ranges during the persistently hot month, and buoyant sales of clothing items like haori-style jackets that can be […]

JD Sports store Credits: JD Sports JD Sports Fashion Plc reported organic sales growth of 6.4 percent with like-for-like (LFL) sales growth of 0.7 percent in the first six months. Group revenues were up 5.2 percent to 5 billion pounds and up 6.8 percent in constant currency. The company said that the trading performance in the first half was in line with expectations and its overall guidance range of 955 to 1,035 million pounds remains unchanged. Commenting on the results, Régis Schultz, […]

Nike outlet Montabaur, Germany Credits: Nike For the first quarter, Nike revenues of 11.6 billion dollars, were down 10 percent on a reported basis and 9 percent on a currency-neutral basis. On September 19, 2024, Nike’s board of directors appointed Elliott Hill as president and CEO of the company, effective October 14, 2024. "Nike's first quarter results largely met our expectations. A comeback at this scale takes time, but we see early wins — from momentum in key sports to accelerating […]

EU flag Credits: Studio Idea via Pexels The European Union’s upcoming legislative changes, following the 2024 elections, are expected to have a major impact on the fashion industry. This topic was recently explored in depth at a Global Fashion Agenda session, where a distinguished panel, including members of the European Parliament, experts in sustainability policies, and European Commission spokespeople, shared their insights. They offered a comprehensive analysis of the forthcoming EU […]

Credits: Wildberries Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries has completed a controversial merger deal, its CEO said Tuesday, following a bitter takeover dispute that led to a deadly shootout at its Moscow office. Founder Tatyana Kim, Russia's richest woman, and her estranged husband Vladislav Bakalchuk have been embroiled in a public spat for months over Wildberries' plans to merge with outdoor advertising firm Russ Group. "I am happy to report that the restructuring of our combined […]

Chanel SS25 Credits: Launchmetrics Chanel returned to the Grand Palais -- scene of the late Karl Lagerfeld's most legendary triumphs -- for the first time in four years Tuesday with a birdcage-themed Paris Fashion Week show that recalled the label's past glories. The famed French house turned the newly refurbished Belle Epoque edifice into a giant aviary, with a white birdcage at its centre to show off a collection festooned with plumes and feathers. Only a day earlier British designer Stella […]

AMI Sanlitun café and store in Beijing, China Credits: AMI In Pictures French contemporary fashion brand AMI has opened its first permanent ‘Café AMI,’ following the success of its pop-up in Paris for the holiday season last year, as it looks to strengthen its East Asian retail network. The debut ‘Café AMI’ located adjacent to the brand’s new store in Sanlitun, Beijing, China, within the Taikoo Li Sanlitun South Mall, has been designed to offer an immersive Parisian experience, […]

Mothercare storefront Credits: Mothercare British retailer Mothercare has announced the temporary suspension of its shares on AIM as it awaits the publication of its audited full year results for the period to 30 March 2024. The company said that it was typically required to publish its audited results by 30 September 2024, however it was in the “final stages of entering into definitive agreements to refinance its financing facilities”. This process will be carried out with existing […]

Michael Kors store. Credits: Michael Kors. A trial brought by the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against a potential merger of luxury goods giants Tapestry and Capri Holdings was brought to a close on Monday, with a federal judge's decision now being awaited. The FTC brought the antitrust case against the duo after Coach-owner Tapestry announced its intention to acquire competitor Capri, the parent company of Versace and Michael Kors, for a deal valued at 8.5 billion dollars. The merger […]

Reiss x Les 100 Ciels collection Credits: Reiss In Pictures Premium British retailer Reiss has launched an exclusive collection with French contemporary brand Les 100 Ciels. The 40-piece collection offers relaxed, contemporary pieces for women and men in luxe fabrications such as silk, noble wool and cashmere, a signature of Les 100 Ciels. In a statement, Reiss said the collaboration was born from a “shared ethos of creating timeless and versatile wardrobe staples,” and offers […]

Primark Breast Cancer Awareness collection Credits: Primark Beauty Value fashion retailer Primark has launched its biggest-ever range of products to provide support and comfort for those affected by breast cancer in the UK to mark Breast Cancer Awareness month this October. The 37-piece Breast Cancer Awareness collection is made up of two ranges, with prices starting at 4 pounds. The post-surgery range includes specialist products developed for women affected by breast cancer, such as a zip […]

Beauty Bath & Body Works x Emily in Paris collection Credits: Bath & Body Works Netflix’s ‘Emily in Paris’ series is continuing to collaborate with brand partners, adding a holiday collection in collaboration with American retailer Bath & Body Works. The limited-edition Bath & Body Works x Emily in Paris collection with Paramount Consumer Products features more than 50 products designed to “captivate fans' senses and transport them directly into the vibrant and […]

Credits: Trimco Group Today marks a new chapter for the apparel industry. Since Ursula von der Leyen's 2019 announcement of the Digital Product Passport (DPP), brands have faced uncertainty over the new regulatory requirements mandating detailed traceability for sustainability. The complexities of compliance have overshadowed the promise of unlocking significant value. Many brands have struggled to adapt, especially in a climate marked by an energy crisis and global conflict, which has further […]

The Body Shop 'vegan' certified products Credits: The Body Shop After proceeding into a lengthy administration process, The Body Shop appears to be making a slow, yet determined return. On the heels of confirmation that it had secured a new owner for its Iberia business, the cosmetics retailer’s CEO, Charles Denton, has reaffirmed that a comeback is on the horizon. In a post on LinkedIn, Denton said: “We’re on our way back, market by market, product by product, customer by customer. […]

Avassa closes investment round Credits: Avassa Swedish edge application management and operations platform provider Avassa has closed a new round of investment, adding global fashion retailer H&M Group as a strategic investor. In a statement, Avassa, which offers a Platform as a Service (PaaS) for managing edge applications and infrastructure across various industries, including retail, industrial, and automotive, said the investment would continue the “modernisation of brick-and-mortar […]

A design prototype of the store in Hoog Catharijne, a shopping centre in Utrecht, the Netherlands. Credits: Mexx Two Dutch fashion groups are joining forces: RNF Group is being acquired by HVEG Fashion Group, the parties announced in a press release. The acquisition still has to be approved by the Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets. RNF Group owns, among others, Mexx, Fred de la Bretoniere and Shabbies. It also has licenses for the development and production of brands such as Umbro and […]

Jigsaw campaign Credits: Jigsaw British womenswear brand Jigsaw has partnered with department store chain Brown Thomas to expand its presence in the Irish market. Jigsaw’s womenswear collection is now available as a concession in the Limerick and Blanchardstown branches of Brown Thomas, as well as online at brownthomas.com. The partnership aims to enhance Jigsaw's presence in Ireland and adds to its concession in Dublin department store Arnotts and its standalone store near Grafton Street, […]

Meta's AR glasses, Orion. Credits: Meta. Meta, always at the forefront of innovation, has once again revolutionised the digital world by unveiling its augmented reality (AR) glasses, Orion. Revealed at its Meta Connect conference, this device could one day replace smartphones, and has the potential to open up new perspectives for the fashion sector. By combining the latest advances in artificial intelligence (AI) and AR, Orion is radically transforming the way we design, market and consume […]

Stack of blue jeans Credits: Pexels by Karolina Kaboompics Contemporary apparel brand Sanctuary Clothing is expanding its denim category after signing a licensing agreement with Hong Kong-based supply chain solutions partner Li & Fung Limited. The licensing partnership will see Sanctuary launching a new line of women’s premium denim, which will be produced and distributed by Li & Fung. The new premium denim collection will launch in-store in February 2025 at speciality retailers, […]

Los Angeles, California. Credits: Unsplash. A new piece of “groundbreaking” legislation has passed in California, establishing what is said to be the US’ first Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) textile recycling programme. The Responsible Textile Recovery Act of 2024 (Senate Bill 707) involves the creation of a framework for producers and other members of the value chain to “take responsibility for the entire lifecycle of their products and textiles”. According to the bill’s […]

Ann Taylor shop-in-shop. Credits: KnitWell Group. KnitWell Group brands Ann Taylor and Loft have struck up a new agreement with Centric Brands that will see them make a return to Canada through exclusive retail partner, Hudson’s Bay. The womenswear labels exited the region in 2020 after their former parent company, Ascena, filed for bankruptcy in the US. Now under new ownership, Ann Taylor and Loft will be returning to Canada in the form of 90 ‘shop-in-shop’ concepts – 30 for Ann […]

PLT Label, premium collection at PrettyLittleThing Credits: PrettyLittleThing Nearly one month on from his return to the business, Umar Kamani, the founder of PrettyLittleThing (PLT), has announced he will be reviewing policies that had been put in place prior to him coming back. In an Instagram post, Kamani specifically addressed a former policy that had been implemented back in June with the intention to block or limit customer accounts that were deemed to be held by individuals making […]

In The Style founder Adam Frisby Credits: In The Style Adam Frisby, the founder of In The Style (ITS), has announced his departure from the fast fashion e-tailer after previously stepping down from his prior chief executive officer position at the end of 2023. Frisby, who founded the company 11 years ago, made the revelation in an Instagram post, where he said that the decision to exit hadn’t been an easy one and that he had tried his “hardest to continue to make things work” since […]

Credits: GAS Jeans GAS rediscovers the nineties and transforms them into a dynamic mix of styles that reflects the energy of the street The inspiration for the Fall Winter 2024 collection of GAS comes from the rediscovery of a cover from a 1990s catalog in the company archive: an urban look with a bold graphic signature characterized by strong contrasts and dynamic sporty lines. The collection takes shape with a proposal that embraces the fashion trends of the '90s and GAS' Sport Heritage, […]

Credits: Boohoo Boohoo Group PLC, owner of the Boohoo fast-fashion brand and the Debenhams department store chain, is facing increasing pressure from shareholders to split its businesses. According to a report in The Times, executives are now considering the drastic option in response to a falling share price and declining sales. Several shareholders have reportedly urged the company to divest some of its most successful brands, such as PrettyLittleThing and the Boohoo brand itself, a move […]

Cabi Credits: Cabi blog Women’s fashion brand Cabi has roped in three key executives to its leadership team: Russ Bowers as chief financial officer, Addie Rintel as chief merchant officer, and Meredith Tieszen as president of field. Additionally, the company said in a release, Adam Brotman and Beth Kinneberg have joined cabi's board of directors, bringing significant expertise in global operations, ecommerce, and merchandising to support the company's continued growth. "The insights, […]

Mulberry, Battersea Power Station Credits: Mulberry. Luxury brand Mulberry has said that it has rejected a takeover bid made by Frasers Group after consulting with the company’s 56.1 percent shareholder, Challice Limited. Frasers, which currently holds 36.8 percent of Mulberry’s shares, made an offer on September 30 to purchase the entire issued and to be issued share capital of the brand that it doesn’t yet own for 130 pence per share, amounting to 83 million pounds. It did so on the […]

Champion store in Amsterdam, Netherlands Credits: Champion HanesBrands has completed the sale of the intellectual property and certain operating assets of the global Champion business to Authentic Brands Group. It is the second-largest brand acquisition in Authentic’s history. “With the successful completion of this transaction, combined with our internal cash generation, we expect to pay down approximately one billion dollars of debt in the second half of 2024,” said Steve Bratspies, […]

Groupe Rocher Credits: Facebook French company Groupe Rocher has completed the sale of its Ploërmel plant to Arcade Beauty, which was announced in June 2024. The company added that the signing of the sale agreement is the culmination of a long history for the Ploërmel site, acquired in 1982. Commenting on the development, Jean-David Schwartz, CEO of Groupe Rocher, said: "The signing of this agreement marks the beginning of a happy new chapter for the Ploërmel site. I'm also delighted to be […]

Tara Simon and Amber English, Estée Lauder Group of Companies Credits: Business Wire The Estée Lauder Companies has announced that after more than 28 years with the company, Mark Loomis, group president, North America, will retire at the end of fiscal year 2025. He will be succeeded by Tara Simon, who will assume the role of president, North America, and Amber English, who will assume the role of president, digital and online, North America. The company said in a statement that Simon and […]

'47 Credits: Facebook/'47 Sports lifestyle brand ‘47 has announced its first multi-year licensing agreement with New Balance. As a part of the agreement, ’47 will produce lifestyle and performance headwear and knits for New Balance. The new designs, co-created by both brands, will launch in two drops, one on October 1, 2024 and one in early 2025. Commenting on the development, ’47 head Dominic Farrell said in a release: “New Balance, with its robust success and innovations across the […]

Comme des Garçons SS25 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight If you've ever seen a Comme des Garçons fashion show, it is unlikely that you raced to order one of Rei Kawakubo's catwalk looks, which are mostly steeped in abstract notions and avant-garde constructivism. Yet it is in the ever-evolving landscape of style, and what we have come to expect of fashion, that we find ourselves trapped in false dichotomies. Commercial versus artistic. Wearable versus avant-garde. High street versus high […]

Virgil Abloh, Off-White AW2017 Credits: Catwalkpictures LVMH has sold Off-White, the brand founded by Virgil Abloh, to the New York-based brand management company Bluestar Alliance. The price of the sale was not immediately disclosed, but Off-White has been struggling to maintain relevance and sales in an increasingly competitive market. “Virgil was a creative pioneer who had a profound impact on the global fashion industry and creative community. Acquiring Off-White represents a unique […]

Sixteen talents will become apprentices at Nazareno Fonticoli haute couture school. Credits: Brioni Italian luxury menswear fashion house Brioni, part of the Kering Group, is reopening the Nazareno Fonticoli haute couture school in Penne, a town in the Italian province of Pescara. Originally founded in 1985, the school is named after Nazareno Fonticoli, the Italian master tailor and entrepreneur who founded Brioni with his business partner Gaetano Savini. Today, the Italian for high-end […]

UDIT student fashion show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid SS25, September 2024. Recent UDIT image for illustrative purposes.Credits: image courtesy of UDIT. The Royal Tapestry Factory (RFT, Real Fábrica de Tapices) in Madrid is hosting an exhibition about weaving looms using recycled fashion garments. Entitled, ‘Gestos’, which translates as ‘gestures’ in English, the exhibition features the designs of more than 100 students from the University of Design, Innovation and Technology […]

Stella McCartney SS25 Credits: Launchmetrics British designer Stella McCartney lamented the "billions of birds" that have been killed to make people look good after her Paris show on Monday in which she appealed for the fashion world to change its ways. The campaigning creator who has blazed a trail for sustainable style, provocatively called her show "It's about... time" -- a reference to a T-shirt she first wore 25 years ago calling for an end to the use of fur and feathers in fashion. "I […]

Marketing Lacoste event at the Great Wall in China Credits: Courtesy Lacoste In an era where the line between fashion, sport, and entertainment blurs ever more dramatically, Lacoste’s recent event on the Great Wall of China stands as a striking example of the lengths brands will go to capture the global spotlight. On September 29th, Lacoste merged historical grandeur with with the world of sport, paying tribute to Novak Djokovic—its long-time ambassador—on one of the world’s most […]

Illustrative image of students working together on a laptop. Credits: Unsplash The educational institutions Mode Estah and IFA Paris have announced the union of their schools. The new Parisian but international merger school will be known as IFA Paris. IFA Paris announced the news in a post on its LinkedIn page. “This union between IFA Paris and Mode Estah represents not only the creation of a new school but also a reinforced commitment to raising the standards of fashion, while remaining […]

Marks & Spencer, Newcastle store on Northumberland Street. Credits: Marks & Spencer. British department store Marks & Spencer is said to be eyeing up a “jumbo-sized” warehouse in the Midlands in anticipation of a potential online sales boom. This is according to the Telegraph, which said that the retailer was exploring a deal for a new one million square foot warehouse, yet a firm decision for the property has not been made. The news comes on the back of evidence that the […]

Valentino SS25, Paris Fashion Week. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Watch Valentino’s runway show at Paris Fashion Week showcasing their SS25 collection. Video: Valentino via YouTube Promotion Read more about Valentino on their brandpage

Moynat at Harrods Credits: Courtesy Moynat Moynat, the storied French trunk-maker founded in 1849, is bringing its latest creation, the "M Collection," to Harrods, with an exclusive window display on Brampton Street until October 2, 2024. The collaboration between Moynat and Harrods serves as a reminder that both brand and retailer can unite in craftsmanship and creativity, offering a fresh perspective on heritage design for today's discerning consumer. Founded by Pauline Moynat, the house […]

Lookfantastic store in Manchester. Credits: THG. Formerly online-only beauty retailer Lookfantastic has opened its first-ever physical store in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, where it is to reimagine various existing initiatives in a real-life setting. The concept store leans in on the success of popular events and pop-ups, Lookfantastic said in a release, with a space that intends to educate customers about the products it offers in what is described to be a “bold departure from […]

Ann Demeulemeester SS25, Paris Fashion Week. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Watch Ann Demeulemeester’s runway show at Paris Fashion Week showcasing their SS25 collection. Video: Ann Demeulemeester via YouTube Promotion Read more about Ann Demeulemeester on their brandpage

Raphael Matzker and Frej Lewenhaupt. Credits: Steamery. Steamery, a Scandinavian textile care company, has named Raphael Matzker as its new chief executive officer as part of an ongoing global expansion plans. He succeeds the company’s co-founder Frej Lewenhaupt, who will be returning to his former role of chief product officer at Steamery from October 1 when he will hand over the helm position to Matzker. Matzker first joined Steamery in 2021 as chief commercial officer, prior to which he […]

Hermès SS25, Paris Fashion Week. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Watch Hermès’ runway show at Paris Fashion Week showcasing their SS25 collection. Video: Hermès via YouTube Promotion Read more about Hermès on their brandpage

Loewe SS25, Paris Fashion Week. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Watch Loewe’s runway show at Paris Fashion Week showcasing their SS25 collection. Video: Loewe via YouTube Promotion Read more about Loewe on their brandpage

Skopes opens new store in Leeds. Credits: Skopes. Menswear brand Skopes has opened what it says is its largest brick and mortar location ever in Leeds, marking a “major expansion” for the label and a homecoming to the city where it was founded in 1948. The flagship store, which is located in White Rose Shopping Centre, spans 3,800 square feet and offers a full range of menswear, including suits, outerwear, shirts, footwear and accessories. According to the brand, eight new jobs were […]