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LVMH Prize 2026, semifinalists. Credits: LVMH. The semi-finalists for the 13th edition of the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers have been unveiled. The 20 designers, drawn from more than 2,400 applicants worldwide, will present during a Paris showroom on March 4 to 5. Among those selected are a number of notable names from the UK and US. From the UK, Luke Derrick’s menswear brand Derrick and Ponte, the womenswear and menswear label of Harry Pontefract, highlight London’s emphasis on […]

Oxford Street, London. Credits: Unsplash. The London Fashion Awards has unveiled its nominees ahead of its inaugural ceremony, set for 21 February 2026 at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Launched by Creativeth in collaboration with the newly established London Fashion Council, the annual programme aims to spotlight excellence, creativity and innovation across the UK fashion sector, a press release revealed. The 2026 shortlist intends to reflect a broad cross-section of the industry, […]

Crew Clothing SS26 campaign. Credits: Crew Clothing. Crew Clothing is continuing its retail expansion, this time with a new store due to open at Bluewater, a shopping centre in Kent. Scheduled to open February 26, the 1,050 square foot space intends to reflect Crew’s signature identity, evident in a “relaxed coastal spirit” that mirrors the brand’s windsurfing roots. The site builds on the British lifestyle brand’s investment into its physical retail presence, through which it has […]

Leicester, UK. Credits: Unsplash. New figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Sensormatic have revealed a slight drop in footfall for the UK in January. Despite a decrease of 0.6 percent year-over-year, performance was more promising than the disappointing Christmas period, during which footfall fell 2.9 percent. High streets experienced the sharpest drop at 1.9 percent YoY, down from a flatter 0.9 percent decline in the month prior. This was followed by shopping centres, for […]

Quiz Telford Credits: Quiz Interpath has confirmed further clearance discounting at Quiz stores one week after the fast fashion retailer entered administration. Alistair McAlinden, head of Interpath in Scotland and joint administrator for Quiz, said that while trading across the Quiz retail network has been positive since the advisory firm’s appointment, the company would be “commencing additional clearance discounts across all remaining stock”. “We’d like to give our huge thanks to […]

Michael Kors AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight In Pictures Michael Kors has long been a cornerstone of New York’s fashion scene and subsequently the city’s fashion week, a heritage that this year the designer honoured in a 45th anniversary celebration for his namesake brand. During NYFW AW26, Kors aptly took on the theme ‘New York Chic’ for his show, which was presented as a runway at The Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center. The collection intended to ring in a […]

David Pujolar, Footasylum's former CEO. Credits: Footasylum. The chief executive officer of Footasylum has exited the company. David Pujolar is reported to have left the business this week, with Stephan Rahmede, a senior representative for Aurelius WaterRise, to take over in an interim capacity. The news was confirmed by the footwear retailer to multiple media outlets, including FashionNetwork, yet the reason for Pujolar’s departure was not disclosed. In a statement, he expressed gratitude […]

New Balance ‘Allerdale’ sneaker Credits: New Balance On Thursday, MPs took to Westminster Hall to debate the case for onshoring in the UK fashion and textiles industry, zoning in on how domestic manufacturing could support economic growth, strengthen supply chain resilience and improve labour and environmental standards. Speakers from across parties explored the balance between cost competitiveness and ethical production, weighing which policy changes could encourage brands and […]

Credits: Asics The SUPERBLAST™ 3, the latest evolution of the popular super trainer series, is now available with the new FF LEAP™ foam, which provides a lighter, more responsive and energetic ride than the previous model, giving runners even more energy to move their body and mind. Credits: Asics ASICS is proud to introduce the SUPERBLAST™ 3 , the latest evolution of the iconic super trainer, renowned globally for its high energy return and performance on the road. Engineered […]

Rihanna’s Savage X Fenty launches new Valentine’s Day collection. Credits: Savage X Fenty Leading the campaign as a modern-day goddess, Rihanna stars alongside actor and actress Lovie Simone and Michael Cooper Jr., as well as models Emma Arletta and Vivian Wilson. Together, they bring the collection’s empowering and romantic vision to life. The Valentine’s Day drop offers a range of intimate styles for everyone to enjoy. Standout collections include Sinful Rose Printed Lace, Roselace, […]

Three generations. AI-created image for illustration purposes. Credits: FashionUnited They trim loose threads, stitch buttons, zippers and hooks and hem garments; they embroider and embellish with beads and sequins; they hand-paint fabrics, knot tassels and fold garments into polybags for shipment; they even do edge-painting or decorative stitching for accessories. There is hardly a supply chain in the textile, garment and footwear industry that makes do without home-based workers (HBWs). […]

Credits: Tiffany & Co. Paris (France) - Following a "turbulent" 2025 and in "an uncertain world", caution is the watchword for 2026 in the luxury sector, where major French groups have published mixed results. "The past year was 'turbulent economically and geopolitically (...) and 2026 will not be very simple either, but one thing at a time'," stated Bernard Arnault, the chief executive officer of the world's number one luxury group LVMH, during the presentation of the group's results at […]

Plans for Reju's new Regeneration Hub in Lacq, France. Credits: Reju. Textile-to-textile regeneration firm Reju has confirmed the location of its new industrial sized Regeneration Hub. Lacq, in the French Pyrénées-Atlantiques, has been selected for the site, which will be located on the Induslacq platform, owned by multi-energy firm TotalEnergies. The project remains subject to a final investment decision by the board directors of Technip Energies, Reju’s parent company. If approved, the […]

Campaign imagery from Gymshark's Vital collection. Credits: Gymshark. British activewear brand Gymshark is due to make its debut in the German retail market, opening two permanent retail spaces in multibrand sports retailer Engelhorn and department store Breuninger. Since 2022, the company has been slowly rolling out a global brick-and-mortar presence, after the opening of its first flagship store in London. It has since introduced retail locations in Manchester, Amsterdam, Dubai and New […]

L'Oréal products. Credits: Unsplash. The French cosmetics giant L'Oréal announced on Thursday a 4.4 percent decrease in its net profit to 6.13 billion euros (7.27 billion dollars). This was penalised by currency effects and the exceptional surcharge imposed on large companies to restore French public finances. “This increasingly less exceptional tax on large companies (...) costs about 250 million euros. I would have preferred to invest this money in research,” L'Oréal's chief executive […]

Spring 2026. Credits: UGG This Spring, UGG® finds inspiration from the iconic silhouette Tasman, crafting something completely new with the Tasman Lace, Tasman Albite, and the new icon, the Otzo Clog. The global reinvention of this icon inspired the seasonal campaign, featuring Central Cee showcasing the brand's timeless style, matched with the juxtaposition of Su Yiming in a minimal environment styled in a streetstyle manner allowing the new footwear style to pop. Taking the Tasman […]

The dropshipping phenomenon on second-hand platforms. Credits: Unsplash. In less than a decade, Vinted has established itself as a go-to for millions of Europeans. However, behind the stated ideal of a shared wardrobe, a more ambiguous reality is emerging. Disguised commerce is taking hold, with new ultra-fast fashion stock saturating virtual wardrobes. This article analyses a system being tested by its own excesses. When the promise of circularity begins to crack Buying and selling […]

Credits: Courtesy of Michael Kors For Fall/Winter 2026, Michael Kors leaned into dramatic simplicity and the idea of reinvented wardrobe essentials. Tailoring met softness with bias cuts, delicate draping, fluid layers and modern twists on classic textures from tweed to flannel. A new way to dress for evening found the balance between grit and glamour with train-adorned trousers, borrowed-from-the-boys shirts, opulent hand-embroidery and cocktail gowns with trains that doubled as wraps. […]

Texhibition Istanbul Credits: Texhibition Istanbul Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) has announced a new collaboration with fashion technology platform Mercury Dasha to examine the role of artificial intelligence in fashion design and business education. The academic–industry partnership brings together students from ARU’s BA (Hons) Fashion Design and BA (Hons) Fashion Communication and Branding programmes, alongside undergraduates and MBA students from the Faculty of Business and Law. The […]

Recycled nylon 6,6 threads from Epoch Biodesign. Credits: Epoch Biodesign. Madrid – British biotechnology company Epoch Biodesign, specialising in the enzymatic recycling of petroleum-derived plastic and textile waste, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Invista, one of the world's largest producers of nylon 6,6 and polypropylene and their derivatives. Primary goal of this alliance is to advance global production of “textile-to-textile” recycled nylon 6,6. In an official […]

Bogner store Credits: Bogner US influencer and comedian Jake Shane has been appointed chief creative officer (CCO) at liquorice and fruit gum manufacturer Katjes. The company confirmed the appointment to the German Press Agency (DPA) on February 12, 2026, following an earlier report by Forbes magazine. In this newly created role, the 26-year-old Shane will be responsible for the brand's creative direction in the US. The aim is to establish Katjes in the US market with a distinct identity. The […]

The Yves Saint Laurent Onstage exhibition Credits: Courtesy of Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech At the end of January, the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech (museum entirely devoted to the work of fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech, Morocco) launched the Yves Saint Laurent Onstage exhibition, dedicated to costumes and set designs for theatre, music hall, and ballet. The exhibition will be open until January 5, 2027. With this show, the museum reveals a lesser-known but […]

Björn Borg store Credits: Björn Borg press room Stockholm-based sports fashion group Björn Borg has published its year-end report for 2025, revealing record profitability and sustained sales growth. For the full year, group net sales increased by 5.5 percent to 1,043.9 million Swedish kronor (116.8 million dollars), up from 989.7 million Swedish kronor in 2024. Adjusted for currency effects, annual sales growth reached 7.8 percent. Operating profit for the 2025 financial year rose by 9.5 […]

The event takes place from February 26 to March one Credits: White Milano Fashion is entering a renaissance—a period of renewal where the next chapters of the industry are still being written. In today’s shifting landscape, success depends on a razor-sharp focus on market shifts, consumer demands, and the emergence of fresh talent. “Thanks to our global scouting efforts, we have brought 130 new brands to the show, all of which testify to a new energy,” says Massimiliano Bizzi, […]

Longchamp's new boutique in ScotlandCredits: Courtesy Longchamp Longchamp has opened its first standalone store in Scotland, choosing Edinburgh’s Multrees Walk as the location for its latest UK expansion. Opening on 9 February, the boutique marks the French accessories brand’s first permanent retail presence outside London in the UK, reflecting a broader shift among luxury labels towards selective regional expansion rather than blanket store rollouts. The Edinburgh opening comes as […]

BasicNet headquarters Credits: BasicNet Aggregate sales of products from BasicNet brands amounted to 1.29 billion euros (1.53 billion dollars) in 2025, an increase of 4 percent. Sales from commercial and direct licensees reached 907.7 million euros, up 5 percent from 864.7 million euros on December 31, 2024. Sales from manufacturing licensees totalled 318 million euros, a 1.4 percent increase from 313.8 million euros on December 31, 2024, according to a statement. Consolidated turnover was […]

High street. Credits: Unsplash What drivers will shape the French apparel market in the coming months? Experts from the Economic Observatory met this Thursday at the Institut Français de la Mode (IFM), where they shared their key insights on 2025 to better anticipate the challenges and opportunities awaiting fashion players in 2026. According to the latest data from INSEE and the IFM panel, the French apparel market, including accessories, generated a total turnover of approximately 35 […]

Perfect Moment Milan Credits: Perfect Moment via Facebook London-based, French luxury lifestyle brand Perfect Moment has reached a significant financial milestone, reporting its first profitable quarter for the period ended December 31, 2025. Results for the fiscal third quarter of 2026 highlight a successful transition toward a full-price brand model and expanded product diversification beyond seasonal winter apparel. Fiscal Q3 2026 financial performance Perfect Moment reported net income of […]

Interview Portrait of Dutch fashion professional, speaker, cultural strategist and lecturer Ellen Haeser Credits: photographer Marcel van der Vlugt After six and a half years in vocational education, Ellen Haeser is returning to the stage. During Masterly Milano 2026, the speaker and cultural strategist will present From Cradle to Grave – an ode to lifelong, inexhaustible sources of inspiration. This is an audiovisual work focusing on fashion and interiors. With over 45 years of […]

Credits: Louis Vuitton The LV Diamonds collection welcomes four new creations, celebrating both the universal aura of diamond and the timeless strength of the Monogram Flower through the exclusive LV Monogram Star cut. Every gemstone comes with a digital certificate, testifying to Louis Vuitton’s journey towards ever greater excellence and transparency. Credits: Louis Vuitton Tradition and innovation came together to create LV Diamonds, which has been crafting the perfect rings, […]

Credits: OEKO-TEX® Organic cotton continues to gain strategic importance in the global textile and apparel industry as brands, regulators and consumers increasingly demand credible sustainability claims and verified supply chains. This trend is reflected in the rapid expansion of the OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certification, which recorded a 381% year-over-year growth by 31 December 2025. As volumes grow, so does the need for credible, fraud-resistant certification systems. Against this […]

Credits: Artizia Canadian womenswear brand Artizia is on a growth path. The retailer is eyeing 200 stores in the US, and is believed to be plotting a new location in London. In an interview with WWD, Karen Janes, the company’s executive VP of real estate, said it was expecting to open 13 new stores in “premier locations” this year, alongside four strategic repositions or expansions. The plotted growth reflects the strength of Artizia’s real estate strategy, as well as the sustained […]

Cindy Sherman wardrobe sale at ReSee. Credits: ReSee. ReSee, a Paris-based luxury resale platform, has introduced a new membership model amid increased demand for rare items. Dubbed ‘The Circle’, the new feature offers members earlier access to new arrivals, as well as priority shipping and private sales. Those in the higher tier are granted additional privileges, like reserving pieces for 24 hours or receiving invites to private events. The setup is intended to serve customers in a […]

Boohoo reveals new logo as part of brand identity refresh. Credits: Boohoo. New claims made against Mahmud Kamani have suggested that the Boohoo co-founder likely knew about the “unsafe and unsanitary conditions” of Leicester factories associated with the fast fashion brand before the issue became public knowledge. The allegations come as part of a 177 million pound lawsuit brought forth by shareholders of the group, who are pursuing compensation after a significant drop in share price […]

Credits: Gant A cast led by legendary model and Style Icon Lauren Hutton and supermodel Mark Vanderloo embodies Gant’s enduring vision of American Sportwear where heritage, individuality and modern style meet. Credits: Gant Gant presents its Spring/Summer 2026 advertising campaign, shot in New York City, where the brand’s legacy took shape. Rooted in the enduring codes of American sportswear, the campaign highlights iconic pieces brought to life by contemporary style icons whose […]

Sprayground 'Arctic' collection Credits: Sprayground Interview When New York-based travel fashion brand Sprayground launched in 2010, the backpack the market was filled with back-to-school options and what founder and creative director David BenDavid called “boring and mundane”, and with one single disruptive design, the ‘Hello My Name Is’ backpack, he evolved the travel accessories market from simple functional necessities into high-fashion statement and collectable pieces that were […]

Credits: Courtesy of Etam French apparel group Etam is accelerating its approach to the US market through the appointment of dedicated leadership for the region. Alexandre Bartra has been named general manager of North America, expanding on his former role as head of Mexico, which he will continue to oversee now alongside the US and Canada. He announced his new position on LinkedIn, where he said: “After an initial phase of strong growth and solid foundations built in Mexico, I’m looking […]

DENHAM partners with Ambra Cortina Hotel to create a new hospitality experience in Cortina d’Ampezzo. Credits: DENHAM DENHAM and the Ambra Cortina Hotel are proud to announce the start of a hospitality collaboration, establishing a partnership rooted in shared values of craftsmanship, discretion, and refined design. The collaboration officially launches in January 2026 in Cortina d’Ampezzo, one of Europe’s most iconic alpine destinations and the host city for the upcoming Winter Olympics […]

CROCS x LEGO Credits: LEGO x Crocs Broomfield-based footwear giant Crocs reported that its full-year 2025 revenue exceeded 4 billion dollars despite a slight consolidated decline of 1.5 percent compared to the previous year. The company’s performance was bolstered by the Crocs brand, which saw international revenues grow by 11.9 percent to 1.62 billion dollars, offsetting a 6.8 percent contraction in its North American market. In contrast, the Heydude brand experienced a more significant […]

Credits: Swarovski Disney and Swarovski continue their longstanding collaboration with the new Disney Beauty and the Beast home collection. This charming set of crystalized figurines celebrates 35 years of Disney’s enchanting tale. Widely regarded as one of Disney’s most acclaimed animated classics, Beauty and the Beast became the first animated feature ever nominated for Best Picture. Its legacy continued with a landmark Broadway production that captivated audiences for more than a […]

Credits: Mini Rodini x Trimco Group Mini Rodini’s commitment to sustainability has been at the heart of the brand since its founding in 2006. Created with the vision of making children’s clothing that is both playful and responsible, Mini Rodini continues to lead the way in building a more transparent, ethical, and environmentally conscious fashion industry. “As a brand, we have always believed that children’s wear should be made with as little impact on the planet as possible,” says […]

Printemps buyers Kimberly Hugonnet and Mathilde Vanini with Scoop director Karen Radley at the event's Fireside Chat seminar. Credits: Scoop. Within Scoop’s new Fireside Chat programme, buyers shared insights into the inner workings of their evolving roles among leading fashion retailers. The schedule was a newly introduced feature for the trade show’s February 2026, intended to expand the event beyond simply serving as a buying platform to encourage reflection and meaningful industry […]

Credits: FIRE Many fashion brands have been struggling for years with lengthy integration projects. SAP is implemented – but as soon as preorder, reorder, or wholesale sales come into play, new projects begin: additional tools, custom interfaces, months of coordination between IT and business teams. What was intended as digitalisation quickly turns into an endless loop of integrations. That is exactly why FIRE was built differently from the very beginning. At the core of FIRE lies a […]

The entrance of Scoop's February 2026 edition. Credits: Scoop. Scoop rounded up its February 2026 edition this week, hailing solid attendance from buyers and a sense of optimism from exhibitors. This season saw the introduction of a new Fireside Chats programme, which saw Scoop director Karen Radley host a series of talks with buyers to address the reality of business in the present day. One of these talks involved Melanie Westwood, a buyer at British department store Fenwick. After touching […]

Credits: Global Fashion Agenda Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) has published a new insights paper, Unpacking Pay Equity in Fashion: Türkiye, examining the drivers of gender pay disparities in one of Europe’s most important fashion sourcing hubs. Launched during a closed-door industry roundtable at the OECD Forum on Due Diligence in the Garment and Footwear Sector in Paris, the insights paper explores how structural factors, including occupational segregation, care responsibilities, and limited […]

Sustainable fibres from Spinnova Image: Spinnova Finnish textile technology company Spinnova Plc experienced a decline in revenue and higher losses in the 2025 financial year. The results were revealed in a business report published on Thursday. Revenue for the past year amounted to 344,000 euros (408,890 dollars). This represents a 54 percent decrease compared to 2024. The operating loss (EBIT) was 41.3 million euros, more than double the previous year's figure of 18.3 million euros. […]

Svrn-Store in Chicago Credits: Svrn Interview Berlin Fashion Week is not only captivating audiences with an international schedule, but is also attracting an increasing number of international media representatives and buyers. They travel from across the globe, ranging from the UK and the US to Korea and Japan, to discover German talent. Following the hectic start to the year in Florence, Milan, and Paris, where shows, presentations, and showroom appointments follow in rapid succession, Berlin […]

Credits: Euratex EURATEX, representing the European textile and fashion industry, joins the Antwerp Declaration Community’s call on EU Heads of State and Government to adopt emergency measures that restore industrial competitiveness and deliver tangible results for Europe’s manufacturing base in 2026. The call was made at the European Industry Summit, which brought together over 500 business leaders, 30 factory workers, and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, under the […]

Credits: Ralph Lauren A passion for adventure defines the Ralph Lauren woman for autumn 2026. She is a modernist with a nod to history, demanding a pragmatic chic with an emotional charge. Her clothes must not only function but also enchant. For autumn, she finds this duality in a skilful fusion of tailoring, often with a vintage touch; corsetry; chainmail; and occasionally, statement shoulders. A rich, earthy palette is interwoven with abundant metallic embroidery. This imparts an elegant […]

Matt Ferrer, president of Johnnie-O Credits: Johnnie-O American premium lifestyle brand Johnnie-O has promoted Matt Ferrer to the role of president to oversee the commercial side of the business. Ferrer, who has been with the lifestyle brand for more than 10 years, began his career as business development manager and progressed through roles, including director of business development, vice president of sales and senior vice president of sales, most recently overseeing all wholesale channels. […]

Credits: Agent Provocateur Star of Agent Provocateur’s SS26 campaign Emily Atack, celebrates the brand’s Valentine’s Day window, at its flagship Broadwick Street, Soho, store. A collaboration with Sheffield-based florist Swallows & Damsons, the window at Broadwick Street – the very first store for the brand, which opened in 1994 – will run from Wednesday 11th to Sunday 15th February 2026. The boutique is located at 6 Broadwick Street, London, W1F 8HL. Credits: Agent […]

Napapijri celebrates a weekend with Alberto Tomba at Franz Kraler Boutique. Credits: Antonio de Masi Napapijri closed an unforgettable winter weekend in Cortina d’Ampezzo, celebrating its ongoing collaboration with alpine Ski Legend Alberto Tomba in partnership with Franz Kraler Boutique. Over the past twelve months, Napapijri and Alberto Tomba have created a narrative that honors his sporting and cultural legacy, while exploring new ways to merge performance heritage with contemporary […]

Hermès store. Credits: Unsplash. French luxury group Hermès announced on Thursday, February 12, 2026, a 1.72 percent decrease in its net profit for 2025, which fell to 4.5 billion euros (5.35 billion dollars). This decline was attributed to an exceptional surtax imposed on large companies by the French government to restore public finances. Excluding this exceptional contribution, which amounted to 330 million euros in 2025, net profit increased by 5.5 percent compared to 2024, stated the […]

EssilorLuxottica office in Agordo, Italy. Credits: EssilorLuxottica French ophthalmic company EssilorLuxottica reported Thursday weak profit in fiscal 2025, while revenues were benefited by imporved performance in all regions. Looking ahead, the company expects over the next five years, on average, a solid growth of its total revenue and a broadly aligned growth of the adjusted operating profit at constant exchange rates. In fiscal 2025, Group net profit dropped 1.9 percent to 2.32 billion […]

This photograph shows costumes items from the Geneva opera house stored at a warehouse near Geneva on February 5, 2026, ahead of the Grand Theatre putting around 15,000 costumes, accessories and shoes up for sale. Credits: HAROLD CUNNINGHAM / AFP. Sandra Delpierre's fingers linger on a long blue and white fur coat and graze a pair of angel wings as she winds past thousands of colourful costumes used in opera performances. "There are some real treasures to be found," the head of costume […]

Still from video campaign of Friend AI pendant from Based Hardware Credits: Based Hardware. Newly landed in Europe after a stormy reception in America, startup Friend's chatbot-powered, always-listening pendants are stirring concerns over compliance with tough EU data rules as well as anti-AI resentment. Many metro stations in Paris have in recent weeks been plastered with Friend's ads, picturing the round white device with promises like "I'll always be up for grabbing coffee with you" and […]

A Marimekko store Image: Marimekko Finnish textile group Marimekko Corporation (Marimekko) has concluded the 2025 financial year with a further increase in sales. However, profit stagnated compared to the previous year. This was revealed in a recent business report published by the company on Thursday, February 12, 2026. According to the report, sales last year reached 189.6 million euros (225 million dollars), representing a 4 percent increase compared to 2024. Management stated the increase […]

Axel Dumas of Hermès arriving for a state dinner at the Élysée Palace on June 8, 2024, during the US president's state visit to France. Credits: LUDOVIC MARIN / AFP Paris, France - The chief executive officer of French luxury group Hermès, Axel Dumas, stated on Thursday that Jeffrey Epstein had pushed to meet him in 2013. Epstein went as far as inviting himself to a tour of one of the company's workshops in the Paris region. "I had only one contact with Jeffrey Epstein, which was in March […]

Eddie Bauer Spring 2026 campaign Credits: Authentic Brands Group Iconic American outdoor brand Eddie Bauer has entered a transformative period characterized by a strategic bifurcation of its business model. While the brand’s intellectual property (IP) owner, Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), accelerates a high-performance digital and wholesale strategy, the company’s North American retail operator has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. The move marks a definitive shift toward a […]

Bad Bunny in Zara menswear at the 2026 Super Bowl Credits: Kevin C. Cox / Getty Images North America / Getty Images, vía AFP. Arriving at the top of the escalator in Antwerp’s flagship Zara store, shoppers are met with a mannequin dressed head to toe in white. The look is instantly recognisable. Worn by Bad Bunny during his Super Bowl performance, it went viral within hours. Much of the post-game commentary focused on the estimated “media value” of the appearance, but in-store, Zara’s […]

The Bally store in Zurich Credits: Bally Swiss heritage brand Bally has appointed a new chief executive officer. Mario Grauso succeeds Ennio Fontana, who is leaving the company. Grauso previously held a senior creative role at the brand. Industry publication WWD first reported the news on Tuesday. Grauso has over 20 years of experience leading international fashion and lifestyle brands. Most recently, he served as CEO of Stefano Pilati Studio since September 2024. His predecessor, Fontana, […]

Greta Constantine, autumn/winter 2026, ready to wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Pantone, the authority on colour, has unveiled a colour palette of striking duality, featuring earthy tones, considered neutrals and bold, vivid shades, for the upcoming autumn/winter 2026 season at New York Fashion Week (NYFW), which runs from February 11 to 16. The seasonal trend report for AW26 states that NYFW designers will opt for colours that “reflect a duality, blending a desire for authenticity […]

Interview Florian Wortmann Credits: Bugatti Fashion moves so quickly that pressing the ‘pause button’ seems almost impossible. Taking time off, however, can help one return full of energy and new ideas. Nevertheless, the topic still seems to be a taboo in the industry, especially for executives. Florian Wortmann, chief brand officer at the German brand Bugatti, has taken at least a short break to spend with his newborn son. In this interview, he discusses his experiences, how the […]

Credits: #DAMUR The Devil Wears Prada gave many of us a very specific life plan: fashion, big city, iconic outfits, and slight emotional damage. Still? Worth it. I’m Maria, 22, and I just started as a communication and press intern at #DAMUR – my first real step inside the industry. And I’ll be honest: I expected more runway and less “why is this portfolio a Google Drive link that needs permission?” Design, marketing, and creative roles felt close enough to touch. I felt that pull […]

In Pictures Asics × Completedworks sneakers Credits: Asics / Completedworks London-based jewellery and accessories brand Completedworks, which has become a firm favourite during London Fashion Week for its immersive presentations, has unveiled its first-ever sneaker design in collaboration with Japanese sportswear brand Asics. The collaboration is part of Asics SportStyle’s ‘Crafts for Mind’ programme, a non-profit initiative dedicated to supporting mental wellbeing through […]

Penelope Chilvers SS26 clothing collection Credits: Penelope Chilvers In Pictures British luxury footwear brand Penelope Chilvers, which blends Spanish artisanal craftsmanship with timeless English design, is launching a clothing collection filled with “beautifully considered staples” to complement its footwear. Launching for spring/summer 2026, the clothing line builds on the footwear label’s ambitions to dress its customers “above the ankle,” and forms part of the luxury brand’s […]

Jigsaw store front Credits: Jigsaw Premium British fashion brand Jigsaw is celebrating a successful turnaround after delivering what it calls a “standout Christmas trading period,” following a strategic reset of the business in quarter 2 of 2025. In a statement, Jigsaw reports that festive sales were up 26 percent year-on-year, while profit margins increased by 35 percent, driven by strong full-price sales and “disciplined cost management”. The recovery it adds was driven by “renewed […]

In Pictures Zimmermann Sloane Street boutique Credits: Zimmermann Australian luxury fashion brand Zimmermann has opened its second boutique in London on Sloane Street, as part of its continued global expansion with openings in Abu Dhabi, Ibiza, Nice, Venice, and Mykonos. In a statement, Zimmermann, founded in Sydney, Australia, in 1991 by sisters Nicky and Simone Zimmermann, said the opening builds on its international expansion strategy to position the brand among the most prestigious […]

Brooks Running campaign Credits: Brooks Running Brooks Running, the American running footwear, apparel, sports bras, and accessories brand, has appointed former New Balance and Sorel executive Claire Wood as vice president of footwear product strategy to accelerate its focus on performance footwear. In a statement, Seattle-based Brooks Running said that the newly created role would see industry veteran Wood leading the brand’s footwear product line management (PLM), merchandising, and […]

Credits: Mumster PR campaign agency Mumster celebrates ten years of driving impact in the sustainable fashion and textile industry with the launch of Fashion Pioneers: a new podcast spotlighting the changemakers reshaping the global fashion and textile system. Hosted by Mumster founder Chanel Trapman, the series explores the entire fashion supply chain through in-depth conversations with founders, designers, buyers, innovators, sustainability managers, and industry decision-makers who are […]

Credits: Snapchat Snapchat and Gucci are opening the door to a new AI-powered experience that invites Snapchatters to step into the luxury sector’s first Sponsored AI Lens and become one of Gucci’s iconic characters. Entering La Famiglia with Snapchat This interactive Lens powered by generative artificial intelligence invites Snapchatters to step into the shoes of La Famiglia’s emblematic figures with strong identities, including: L’Incazzata, in a ’60s-style “little red coat” […]

Credits: Omega For the first time in its history, OMEGA, the official timekeeper of the Winter Olympics, is opening a dedicated building that will serve as a meeting place for the brand throughout the entire sports season. OMEGA House Milano will open its doors from February 8th to 21st, creating an intimate yet open setting where sport, hospitality, and heritage converge. The first images show a place that consciously embraces proximity and tranquility, nestled in the heart of the Games' […]

Credits: Puma Joining forces for the first time, Puma and Californian brand Nahmias present a new Suede capsule, inspired by the craftsmanship and characteristic aesthetic of the US West Coast lifestyle. The collaboration features details such as unique vintage touches, crochet accents and colourful bead applications, balancing a fun, summery design with the Suede's DNA. Credits: Puma Reimagined by Nahmias, the Suede model arrives with an emphasis on texture, contrasting materials and […]

Credits: IFCO The ninth edition of IFCO – Istanbul Fashion Connection once again demonstrated the strength, diversity, and international relevance of the Turkish apparel industry. With around 450 exhibitors across six halls, the fair welcomed 29,746 professional visitors from over 134 countries, underlining its role as one of the most important international fashion business platforms connecting design, production, and trade. The trade visitors origined from countries such as Algeria, […]

Elèves de lycée. Credits: Unsplash. World Fashion University (WFU) has formally announced its establishment as a new academic institution aimed at advancing education in fashion, beauty and the creative industries on a global scale. The university was incorporated under Uganda’s Companies Act and is structured to operate within the regulatory framework overseen by the country’s National Council for Higher Education and Ministry of Education & Sports. World Fashion University was […]

Credits: JOOR New York, February 10, 2026 - JOOR announces a strategic collaboration with notable wholesale fashion event, COTERIE, whereby JOOR will launch a powerful new digital extension to the renowned New York event. Titled JOOR x COTERIE: Fall 2026 Collections, this digital experience hosted on JOOR Passport significantly expands the global reach and timeframe of the seasonal fashion event. JOOR x COTERIE: Fall 2026 Collections brings New York’s iconic COTERIE event to life […]

Credits: Bleckmann Bleckmann, experts in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, announces the ‘go- live’ of a new automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS) at its site in Almelo – Newton (NL). The new integrated goods-to-person system is an integrated Kardex AutoStore solution with automated packing line and provides a streamlined alternative to traditional rack storage. It dramatically reduces inventory footprint while speeding up picking and packing operations. […]

Head office Credits: Kering As the luxury sector enters a phase of structural rationalisation, performance is no longer measured solely by income statements. Social governance, employer attractiveness and mastery of non-financial criteria are becoming key competitive variables. In this context, Kering's publication of its 2025 Professional Equality Index goes far beyond a compliance exercise. It offers a valuable insight into the group's organisational strength. At a time when the performance […]

Credits: A Fish named Fred Three looks. One gallery. Endless character. Welcome to Fred’s Art Gallery, where every outfit is a wearable artwork. Styled by Fred brings you three carefully curated looks from the collection, each with its own mood, story and styling tip. Straight from Fred himself. Styled by Fred is about expressing who you are. Bold, creative, and just a little unexpected. Credits: A Fish named Fred Styled by Fred Look 1 | The Colour Curator This look proves that colour […]

Young woman dressed in satin garments sitting on top of pile of multicolored clothing. Credits: Image: FashionUnited, created using an AI tool. A practice long considered a necessary evil in industrial fashion will become illegal from July 19. The EU will prohibit large companies from destroying their unsold clothing, footwear and accessories, ending the annual incineration and landfilling of millions of new items. Enshrined in the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), this […]

(L-R): Oscar Valledor Perez, Lex van de Vliet and Daniel Sisquella Credits: Ace & Tate / photographed by Jeroen Mantel. Dutch eyewear specialist Ace & Tate has made an acquisition. The company has acquired its Spanish counterpart, Project Lobster, as announced in a press release. The financial details of the deal have not been disclosed. Project Lobster has stores in Valencia, Barcelona and Madrid. The brand offers both sunglasses and prescription glasses, but at a slightly higher […]

Francesca Bellettini Credits: Kering CEO Profile In an industry defined by dynamic shifts and heritage, the appointment of Francesca Bellettini as president and chief executive officer of Italian luxury maison Gucci in September 2025 marks a pivotal moment. With Gucci, the flagship brand of the French luxury group Kering, still facing declining sales and profits, Bellettini has been entrusted with the urgent task of revitalizing one of the world’s most recognized names in fashion. From […]

Neiman Marcus in San Diego Credits: Neiman Marcus Group Saks Global, the luxury retail entity formed through the acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group, has announced a strategic optimisation of its store footprint and service model to drive profitable growth. Store optimisation to drive growth The first phase of this transformation includes the closure of eight Saks Fifth Avenue locations and one Neiman Marcus store. The company is focusing resources on sites demonstrating the highest growth […]

AI-generated image to illustrate the Digital Product Passport (DPP). Credits: FashionUnited The digital product passport (DPP) serves as a structured digital record under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR). These passports do not replace due diligence but rather act as "structured containers" for the necessary data to support it. This is what Catherine Lomonaco, founder of GoTrace, highlighted at a webinar on 10th February. The side session of the OECD Forum on Due […]

Interview Chanel SS26 handbag, bag, luxury, Chanel bag Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Luxury in transition, and the mid-high segment ‘a sweet spot’ At the top end of the market, Lucie Greene sees early signs of a revival of the powerhouse luxury brand, albeit in a very different form from recent years. “Luxury has been in a bit of a maelstrom,” the British trend analyst and founder of Light Years says, describing a period defined by instability rather than creative clarity. […]

A question from One Retail Hub. Credits: TrusTrace How can fashion companies fulfil sustainability and supply chain data demands without duplicating data or significant administrative burden, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs)? Seven major retailers and nonprofits Cascale and Fair Wear have co-developed and launched a unified self-assessment questionnaire as well as a free digital platform, which was developed by supply chain solutions provider TrusTrace. The “Retailer Brand […]

Bad Bunny during his halftime performance at the Super Bowl on February 8, 2026, in Santa Monica, California (US). Credits: Apple. There is currently no space, physical or virtual, worldwide where the historic performance of Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny during the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show is not being discussed. What might seem like a personal impression is, in fact, a confirmed reality. The initial economic analyses of the singer's performance last Sunday at Levi's Stadium in Santa […]

Campaign imagery from Francesca's 2023 collaborations with ThredUp. Credits: Francesca's. US retail chain Francesca’s has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. The news comes after media reports speculated that the company was already in the process of liquidating its inventory and was planning to close stores. At the time, it was suggested that Francesca’s was also eyeing a Chapter 11 filing, with this latest update […]

Cascale logo. Credits: Cascale Nonprofit organisation Cascale has named Ying McGuire as its new chief executive officer. She will take up the role from June 1, 2026, succeeding Harsh Saini, who is stepping down from her interim position. McGuire most recently served as CEO and president of the US National Minority Supplier Development Council, where she was credited with strengthening organisational performance, expanding stakeholder engagement, and modernising operations. She had also held […]

Durham high street, UK Credits: Unsplash Following a disappointing December, total retail sales picked up in the UK during January, as discounting enticed shoppers. Over the month, sales rose 2.7 percent year-on-year, increasing against a growth of 2.6 percent at the beginning of 2025, new BRC figures have shown. January performance came above a 12-month average growth of 2.3 percent, largely driven by food sales, which rose 3.8 percent YoY. Non-food sales, meanwhile, increased 1.7 percent, […]

In-depth Inside the Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO) international trade show during its February 2026 edition. Credits: Jaime Martínez Sena. At the invitation of the event's organisers, FashionUnited travelled to Turkey last week to attend the ninth edition of Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO). This international trade fair brings together all the key players in the Turkish fashion industry. The latest edition was marked by growing political and trade tensions that are shaking up […]

The Mytheresa headquarters Image: Mytheresa LuxExperience, the parent company of German luxury retailer Mytheresa, has reported strong sales growth for the second quarter of 2025/26 and confirmed that the integration of the Yoox Net-A-Porter (YNAP) platforms remains on schedule. During the three months ending December 31, 2025, the Mytheresa segment generated revenue of 242.70 million euros (289 million dollars), representing an 8.8 percent increase over the previous year, or 11.6 percent when […]

Credits: MarcMarcs In a retail climate shaped by unpredictability and shifting consumer habits, MarcMarcs offers something increasingly rare: stability. The Dutch legwear brand has built its name on timeless design, everyday luxury, and consistent product quality, a combination that appeals to both fashion-forward consumers and commercially savvy retailers. From classic opaque tights to soft ribbed socks and invisible footies, MarcMarcs delivers modern essentials designed to last beyond the […]

Small parcels Credits: Mildlee for Unsplash While the US administration officially ended the customs exemption for low-value parcels at the end of 2025, the de minimis issue has abruptly resurfaced in Washington. The cause is a new bill introduced in the House of Representatives. It seeks to partially reintroduce specific treatment for small imported shipments. This is a strong signal in a context where international e-commerce, particularly in textiles, is bearing the full brunt of this […]

Yasuhito Hirota, chairman and CEO of Asics Corporation, actor Sara Ali Khan and Rajat Khurana, MD Asics India and South Asia Credits: Asics The head of Asics’ India business has said the company expects significant growth in the region as a wider number of affluent consumers increasingly prioritise healthier lifestyles. Speaking to Bloomberg, Rajat Khurana, the managing director of Asics India Pvt, said he is aiming for the Japanese shoemaker to become the number one player in premium […]

In Pictures Studio Nicholson store in Réel Mall in Shanghai, China Credits: Studio Nicholson British brand Studio Nicholson, founded by Nick Wakeman in 2010, has opened its first store in China, following its debut on the Tmall Luxury Pavilion in 2025. The 1,722-square-foot store is located within the Réel Mall in Shanghai’s Jing’an district, and showcases Studio Nicholson’s women’s and men’s ready-to-wear collections, alongside accessories. Studio Nicholson store in […]

Petite Plume website Credits: Petite Plume American luxury sleepwear and lifestyle brand Petite Plume has appointed Irina Topuria as its first-ever president to oversee the company’s strategic growth, operations, and expansion, as it enters its next phase of scaling. Topuria joins the sleepwear brand from Fleur du Mal, where she served as president and led the direct-to-consumer luxury lingerie brand through a period of significant growth and brand evolution. Earlier in her career, she spent […]

Skechers Slip-ins: Contour Foam – Cozy Fit for women. Image: Skechers The new Skechers Cozy Fit collection, from the popular Slip-ins range, delivers a wearing experience with almost unbeatable comfort. Cosy, lightweight and thoroughly comfortable, these shoes are as pleasant to wear as a favourite fluffy jumper. Soft materials and sophisticated cushioning elements make every step a feel-good moment. Thanks to the practical Slip-ins technology, the shoes can be put on with ease, without any […]

AI stockphoto Credits: Pexels The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has teamed up with OpenAI on a two-year initiative that looks to bring AI tool builders together with CFDA members, with the goal of driving creativity and growth across the industry. As part of the partnership, the duo have launched the Innovation Hub, described as a “designer-centric approach to AI integration” that aims to establish cooperation on the creation of AI solutions to meet industry needs. For the […]

Credits: Dr. Martens. Footwear specialist Dr. Martens is believed to be preparing to cut some roles linked to its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) business, which is currently undergoing a restructuring. According to Drapers, the company is believed to be reorganising teams at a regional level, with some positions due to move to central group functions, while others are being repositioned into individual markets. The media outlet, to which Dr. Martens declined to comment, said fewer than […]