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Real or fake? Credits: MessinaHembry.com The UK government has introduced new guidance aimed at helping consumers safely shop second-hand fashion online, following a rise in counterfeit goods circulating across resale platforms. Published by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO), the guidance is part of a wider campaign developed alongside online marketplaces including Vinted, and responds to growing concerns around organised counterfeit operations targeting the resale market. New IPO […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai Consumer prices (April) UK headline CPI eased to +2.8 percent year-on-year in April 2026 per the Office for National Statistics (ONS), down from plus 3.3 percent in March — the lowest reading since March 2025 and a 50 basis-point single-month moderation. The Bank of England targets headline CPI at 2 percent, so April sits 80 basis points above target but has moved sharply closer. Core CPI, excluding energy, food, alcohol and tobacco, eased to +2.5 percent from +3.1 […]

Ibiza Fashion Festival 2024 at 528 Ibiza Supporting One Pure Sea - Les Waves (Romania/UK) Credits: IFF. Ibiza Fashion Festival is set to ban all animal-derived knits, including sheep’s wool, mohair, angora, cashmere, and alpaca, from its runways.  The ban builds on the fashion event’s current fur-free pledge, which saw it remove all fur, leather, and animal skins from its showcase and its feather-free commitment. “Cruelty to animals has no place on the runway,” said Ibiza Fashion […]

Ebay names Trosort winner of 2026 Circular Fashion Fund. Credits: Ebay. Ebay has named textile sorting technology company Trosort as the global winner of its 2026 Circular Fashion Fund, honouring the business for its AI-powered approach to improving secondhand clothing operations and textile recovery systems. Selected from eight finalists across the UK, EU, US and Australia, Trosort was recognised for tackling scalable textile sorting infrastructure, a key circularity challenge for fashion. […]

Vogue publisher Conde Nast to cut its workforce Credits: Condé Nast Global media company Condé Nast settled an ongoing labor dispute, reaching a 400,000 US dollar settlement with three former employees, who were fired last year after a confrontation with the company’s head of human resources. The three employees, including Jasper Lo, a New Yorker fact-checker, Alma Avalle, a Bon Appétit writer and producer, and Ben Dewey, a Condé Nast Entertainment videographer, were also reinstated at […]

Von Dutch Womens Velour Lifestyle AI campaign imagery. Credits: Von Dutch. London-based Goldfinch Agency is set to unveil the next phase of Von Dutch’s European expansion at Pitti Uomo this June, using the Florence trade show to introduce the brand’s new SS27 footwear collection alongside a preview of a developing women’s ready-to-wear line. The launch marks a broader push to reposition Von Dutch beyond its trucker-cap heritage and into a more comprehensive lifestyle brand spanning […]

Blkvis and Pegador. Credits: Asos. Asos has introduced nine new menswear brands to its selection, including Gap, for which the British e-tailer is now a wholesale partner in the UK and Ireland. Among the other brands joining the platform are streetwear labels Pegador, Huf, Stan Ray and Cernucci; warm weather dressing labels Blend, Belier and Capo; and Belier and Blkvis, both known for their textured knits and tailored pieces. In addition to this, more than 100 Gap products will also be […]

Corner Shein Credits: Photo by STEPHANE OUZOUNOFF / HANS LUCAS / HANS LUCAS VIA AFP Michelle Cameron, the founder of Indigenous Nations Apparel Company (INAC), claims that the ultra-fast-fashion giant Shein has copied 20 of her company’s designs, including the product imagery, to sell copycat products. A member of the Peguis First Nation, Cameron founded her brand close to six years ago in Winnipeg, selling Indigenous streetwear at markets and conferences. According to media reports from […]

Vestiaire Collective campaign. Credits: Vestiaire Collective This Thursday, the platforms Vestiaire Collective and Zalando announced a partnership that pushes the boundaries of the resale market. By partnering with a powerful e-commerce player, capable of selling pre-loved items in 14 European markets to millions of visitors, Vestiaire Collective is ushering second-hand fashion into a new era: that of the 'new new' and virtual mega-malls. What is the 'new new'? Coined by Maurane Nait Mazi, an […]

Patagonia store in Amsterdam Credits: Margriet Hoekstra. An environmentalist drag queen, a billion-dollar outdoor apparel company and a trademark dispute that has sparked widespread backlash online: Patagonia’s lawsuit against climate activist and performer Pattie Gonia has quickly become one of fashion’s most closely watched legal battles. But who exactly is Pattie Gonia? Why is Patagonia suing? And why has the case struck such a nerve online? First things first: who is Pattie Gonia? […]

Monos launches debut sunglasses collection Credits: Courtesty of Monos Travel Canadian lifestyle and travel brand Monos has launched its debut sunglasses collection, Mira, as it expands into a new product category. Marking a “natural evolution” for Monos, the collection includes six styles that represent the brand’s design philosophy. Inspired by architectural shapes and natural landscapes shaped by place, the minimalist styles are made from premium Mazzucchelli cellulose acetate with […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai UK fashion sales rebounded sharply in the latest week, with an early-season heatwave driving renewed demand across both physical and online channels, according to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker. Total fashion like-for-like (LFL) sales rose +4.59%, against a negative base of -1.14% for the same week last year. Store fashion led the recovery in a notable reversal from the prior week's -4.90% decline. In-store fashion sales grew +6.00%, comfortably ahead of the […]

Arc’teryx to open first evert store in Denmark Credits: Arc’teryx Canadian outdoor brand Arc’teryx is set to open its first-ever store in Denmark, Copenhagen, next month as it continues to roll out its retail strategy of opening 25 to 30 new stores globally each year. Located at Pilestræde 16, the new brand store opens its doors to the public on June 11 and marks Arc'teryx's first physical presence in the Danish market. The retail location spans 443 square meters across two floors and […]

Georg Kasperkovitz becomes new CEO at Lenzing Credits: Lenzing AG Austrian fibre manufacturer Lenzing AG has found a new chief executive officer. Approximately six months after the announced departure of CEO Rohit Aggarwal, Georg Kasperkovitz has been appointed as the new CEO. The company announced this on Friday. Kasperkovitz will take over the role on June 1. His term will run until May 31, 2029. With this appointment, Lenzing is opting for an internal solution. Kasperkovitz has been a […]

Hermès store. Credits: Unsplash. Two Swiss lawyers and a notary are under investigation in Paris regarding the Hermès shares case. An heir of the French leather goods house claims to have been dispossessed of the shares in favour of LVMH. AFP learned this on Friday from the Paris public prosecutor's office, confirming a report from the daily newspaper Libération. Nicolas Puech, an 83-year-old Swiss resident, accuses his former wealth manager, Eric Freymond, of dispossessing him of his […]

Humanoid. Image for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. There were no naked robots in sight at a fashion show held in Seoul with a high-tech twist, where pairs of people and humanoids hit the catwalk in matching outfits. A tasselled blue Texan-style ensemble -- complete with a cowboy hat for the robot -- and a retro silver puffer jacket were among the looks showcased at the event on Thursday. Each human model and their shorter android companion took turns to strut their stuff in unison on […]

A general view of "abacost", a closed-front jacket, jackets on display at the Okasol workshop in Kinshasa on May 18, 2026. Credits: GLODY MURHABAZI / AFP Sewing machines whirred across bold fabrics at a Kinshasa atelier where Congolese tailors and their style-savvy customers have revived a suit long associated with life under a dictator. The "abacost" has a closed-front jacket, often with a Mao-style collar and worn without a tie, ideal for the sweltering equatorial heat. It was the signature […]

Dior, Osaka. Credits: Den Niwa Celebrating the powerful ties that unite Dior and Japan, the Maison is opening an unprecedented House of Dior in the heart of Shinsaibashi’s vibrant district. The undulating façade, designed by Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto, is a technical masterpiece. A homage to the virtuosity of haute couture, it evokes the flowing drapery and layered fabrics of the dresses created by Christian Dior. Conceived by architect Peter Marino, the interior of this “kingdom of […]

Ganni autumn/winter 2026, ready-to-wear. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Danish fashion brand Ganni has published its 2025 Responsibility Report, which concludes its Gameplan 2.0 (2023–2025) sustainability strategy and introduces Gameplan 3.0, the new framework that will guide its environmental and social commitments until 2028. The document outlines unmet goals, structural barriers yet to be resolved and a recalibration of targets in a context that the company itself describes as a […]

Marfa Stance Credits: Marfa Stance UK outerwear brand Marfa Stance has appointed Jenna Littler as its new chief executive officer (CEO). Littler announced the appointment through a LinkedIn post, expressing her enthusiasm for joining the company and advancing the creative vision of the business. Prior to this role, Littler spent over 10 years at UK luxury fashion house Burberry, where she held several senior leadership positions, including senior vice president for the UK and Russia retail, […]

Gap's flagship store on Oxford Street, London. Credits: Gap. US specialty apparel company Gap Inc. has updated its full year guidance following its financial results for the first quarter ended May 2, 2026. The group reported a net sales increase of 1 percent to 3.50 billion dollars, while comparable sales rose 2 percent, marking the ninth consecutive quarter of positive growth. Standout quarter for Gap brand Performance across the portfolio was varied during the 13-week period. San […]

Rosa, customer advisor at the fashion brand Grain de Malice. Credits: Grain de Malice. If there is one job in fashion where emotional intelligence reigns supreme, this is it. Far from the clichés, sales advisors embody the most vibrant and perhaps the most human face of this immense industry. To paint a multifaceted portrait of this hands-on profession, FashionUnited has chosen to speak with those who approach sales as a place for fulfilment and specialised expertise. Following our […]

European shopping centres are consolidating a new model where visitor quality surpasses volume. This image was created using an artificial intelligence tool. Credits: Alicia R. Sarmiento. The latest data published by the Spanish company TC Group Solutions in its 2026 Retail Intelligence Report points to an ongoing transformation in how European physical retail performance is measured. This scenario requires a review of one of the most historically used indicators by operators and brands: […]

Anthem, FW26. Credit: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The Tokyo Fashion Award is setting up in Paris during the upcoming Paris Fashion Week Men's, from June 23 to 28, 2026. This support programme for young Japanese designers will establish a space called “showroom.tokyo in Paris” in the Marais district. The Tokyo Fashion Award, organised by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Japan Fashion Week Organization (JFWO), supports Tokyo-based fashion designers in developing their businesses and […]

Credits: Fendi For Maria Grazia Chiuri, her first Cruise collection for FENDI can be many things: the narration of a project, the manifesto of a way of working, a declaration of intent. The development and refinement of a project in progress. A synthesis of the journey undertaken. Chiuri reasserts her identity as an Italian designer, interested in processes, attentive to the quality of materials, and focused on the research of forms. In this process, Chiuri aims to strengthen and clarify the […]

Credits: Jeansland This piece revisits the FRESH BLOOD series by highlighting a conversation with two young denim professionals, Lucille Ix (22) and Lucas Van de Woestyne (27). Both grew up in the industry, and their families have known each other for generations. The discussion covers how the massive denim industry operates as a small community, the longevity of professional relationships, and the importance of new generations staying in the field. The professionals spoke plainly about […]

SS26. Credits: Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Hilfiger, part of PVH Corp., has unveiled a new campaign featuring Liverpool FC's most iconic players. The campaign showcases the summer 2026 collection as football prepares for a cultural milestone. Against a backdrop of optimistic and vibrant imagery, the players gather with excitement before many of them embark on their international journey to the world's biggest stage. The collaboration continues to shape a vision of style for the next era of the […]

U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team suits up in BOSS to reveal new roster at Pier 17 Credits: BOSS The U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team (USMNT) revealed its new roster at Pier 17 in New York City, with players and Head Coach Mauricio Pochettino dressing in BOSS for the occasion. Earlier that morning, Pochettino also appeared on television wearing BOSS, delivering brand visibility on one of America’s most-watched morning shows ahead of the highly anticipated roster announcement. At the roster […]

Gen Z is driving secondhand growth, but poor returns are costing brands loyalty Credits: Unsplash Gen Z is the driving force behind secondhand commerce in the United States, but a growing number of younger shoppers are ready to walk away from a brand entirely after a poor return or refund experience — putting post-purchase trust at the centre of resale's next phase of growth. In fact, 60 percent of Gen Z have stopped buying from a brand following a negative returns experience, according to […]

Jeansland has launched “Fresh Blood,” a new podcast series focused on young professionals working across the global denim and apparel supply chain, highlighting perspectives from emerging industry workers rather than established executives or commentators. Announced on May 27 in New York, the audio series examines how people under 30 working in production, sourcing, manufacturing, and design view the future of the denim industry amid ongoing conversations around sustainability, labor […]

Everlane x Laufey foundation Credits: Raul Mendoza Everlane founder Michael Preysman is preparing to launch a new fashion brand following the controversial sale of Everlane to Shein, according to Forbes. The move comes after Shein acquired the US fashion retailer earlier this month in a deal that sparked backlash from customers and sustainability advocates, given Everlane’s long-standing positioning on sustainability. Founded by Preysman in 2011, Everlane built its reputation on what it […]

Lanvin Cannes - 65 Boulevard de la Croisette Credits: Lanvin Fashion house Lanvin is entering a new phase of its development. According to a report by WWD, the company has announced the appointment of Barbara Werschine as chief executive officer. This is a strategic move that signals an expansion into the lifestyle market. Barbara Werschine was previously the chief executive officer at cashmere specialist Eric Bompard. According to Lanvin, she “successfully modernised the brand and optimised […]

Credits: Le Coq Sportif. The French brand Le Coq Sportif has signed a strategic agreement with Albion 1879 SL to drive its growth in the Iberian Peninsula. The focus will be on Spain and Portugal, aiming to accelerate its consolidation in the premium sport lifestyle segment. The move follows the company's restructuring after its Spanish subsidiary entered insolvency proceedings. This process ended its direct operations in the country and led to a reorganisation of its local structure, […]

Pitti Uomo in Florence Credits: Ole Spötter for FashionUnited Promas and Le Défi, key organizations driving the international expansion of French fashion, are supporting the presence of 19 French menswear brands exhibiting at the Pitti Uomo trade show, held from June 16 to 19, 2026, at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence. Promas, which aims to support brands with their international development, has a partnership with Pitti. This partnership allows French menswear brands to receive a subsidy […]

TK Maxx store at the Álcora Plaza Retail Park in Alcorcón, Madrid (Spain). Credits: TK Maxx. Madrid – Following the announcement by the retail company's management earlier this month, and as reported by FashionUnited, the new TK Maxx store in Spain opened its doors this Thursday, May 28. This is the chain's second store in the country and the first within the Community of Madrid. With a retail space of 1,621 square metres distributed over a single floor, the store began trading today at […]

10 Corso Como's exhibition space at CIFF 66. Credits: 10 Corso Como. Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF) is continuing to transition from a traditional seasonal trade show into a year-round industry platform, with organisers outlining a broader international strategy ahead of CIFF 67 in August. Set to take place from 3 to 5 August in Copenhagen, the upcoming edition will feature a mix of Scandinavian and international brands, including new additions such as 66°North, Oakley, Rains, […]

Small parcel. Image for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. A coalition of UK retailers and trade organisations is calling on the government to speed up the introduction of reforms to low-value imports (LVI), warning that delays are placing mounting pressure on domestic retail and fashion businesses. In a letter addressed to prime minister Keir Starmer and chancellor Rachel Reeves, signatories including Asos, Primark, Next, Marks & Spencer, River Island and the UK Fashion & Textile […]

Drip by Drip targets menstrual health gaps in Bangladesh garment factories. Credits: Drip by Drip. NGO Drip by Drip has launched a new programme designed to tackle menstrual health challenges facing women in Bangladesh’s garment sector, an issue it says remains largely overlooked across global fashion supply chains. Announced on World Menstrual Hygiene Day, the initiative, dubbed ‘Menstrual Dignity in Fashion’, will run across 10 ready-made garment factories in Dhaka, Gazipur and […]

EU flag Image: Studio Idea via Pexels The European Commission has imposed a 200 million euro fine on the Chinese online marketplace Temu for illegal products. The Brussels authority announced that the company had failed to properly assess the risks and damages to consumers. This is a particularly serious breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA). Consumers in the EU were highly likely to encounter illegal items on Temu. “Temu's risk assessment underestimates specific risks, is too vague, […]

Credits: Clio Peppiatt The British Fashion Council (BFC) has doubled down on its Parisian showroom presence with the announcement of a four-year commitment that builds on the roll out of a long-term strategy. As a result of this, the BFC will host its ‘London show Rooms’ (LsR) at The Architect’s House during Paris Fashion Week Men’s–spanning June 25 to 30–featuring designers from across its ecosystem. For this edition, those participating include Clio Peppiatt; Clothsurgeon; […]

H&M store. Credits: H&M Swedish fashion retailer H&M Group is facing mounting labour tensions across Europe as the planned closure of its Ghlin distribution centre in Belgium and an ongoing restructuring process in Spain continue to disrupt operations and negotiations with unions. Belgium distribution center closure sparks protests Belgian media outlet Retail Detail reported that H&M’s European distribution centre in Ghlin, Belgium, is set to close permanently in autumn 2026, […]

Credits: River Island River Island is proud to announce a new partnership with the legendary New York City brand PONY (Product of New York). Blending PONY’s deep-rooted athletic heritage with River Island’s signature contemporary street style, the River Island x PONY collection is set to arrive just in time for the summer season. Founded in NYC in 1972, PONY built its legacy as the definitive sneaker and apparel brand for championship footballers, tennis icons, and boxers. Today, that […]

Credits: FIRE In recent years, one statement has been repeated again and again: “Wholesale is dying.” Direct-to-consumer is rising. Marketplaces are expanding. Digital channels dominate the headlines. But here is the reality: Wholesale is not dead. Bad wholesale is. The brands that struggle are not suffering from the channel itself. They are suffering from outdated structures, fragmented systems and reactive execution. Wholesale remains one of the most powerful growth engines in fashion. […]

The Coach Charm Playground at Selfridges Corner Shop Credits: Coach by Tdm.space Selfridges is due to shake up its head office team. The luxury department store has confirmed proposed plans to cut 2 percent of its headcount to align with “strategic and financial objectives”. In a statement to Drapers, a spokesperson for the company said it had entered into a consultation process with employees. Those impacted are believed to be in IT support, business analysis, service improvement and […]

John Lewis; Horsham store Credits: John Lewis. Department store giant John Lewis has closed its Blakelands National Distribution Centre after more than 40 years in operation. The news was confirmed by John Lewis & Partners’ head of operations, Sarah Payne, who extended a "sincere thank you to the entire Blakelands team” in a post on LinkedIn. Payne stated that the move marked the start of a new chapter for the company, adding: “The closure is part of a move for groundbreaking […]

SS27. Credits: bugatti 1. Florian Wortmann, Chief Brand & Commercial Officer “With Forte sotto il sole! we capture the stillness of a summer afternoon in Forte dei Marmi — Dolce Far Niente in its most modern form. We are moving away from theatrical oversized proportions and embracing a new, precise lightness. Our designs focus on ‘Controlled Fluidity’ — moving beyond pure oversize towards silhouettes that give the body space without concealing it.” “Colour is never accidental […]

Clarks store Credits: Clarks via LinkedIn British footwear brand Clarks is eyeing a major expansion with plans to open 150 stores this year, as outlined in a Modaes interview with the company’s president of the UK and Europe, Joe Ulloa. According to the exec, 29 locations have already opened, 11 of which reside in Europe, where 15 to 20 new sites are expected in total. Its focus lies heavily on China, where 50 locations are planned, and the US, with 40 sites on the horizon. Its increased […]

Credits: TOD's ESW, the international growth engine for ambitious brands, today announced a partnership with Italian luxury house Tod's Group to power its international ecommerce expansion across approximately 50 new markets. The rollout encompasses all four brands - Tod's, Roger Vivier, Hogan and Fay - extending direct-to-consumer reach to customers across more than 80 international markets. Tod's Group has built one of Italy's most recognised luxury portfolios, with an established retail and […]

Vestiaire Collective x Zalando Credits: Zalando Vestiaire Collective is bringing second-hand luxury fashion to Zalando. The Berlin-based online retailer and the French resale platform have entered into a partnership, the two companies announced on Thursday. A hand-checked selection of second-hand luxury items will now be available on Zalando. The collaboration will be rolled out in 14 European markets. It will give Zalando customers access to luxury items from over 50 designer brands, some of […]

This image was created using an artificial intelligence tool to represent the movements of Portuguese exports. Credits: Alicia R. Sarmiento | FashionUnited Portuguese textile and apparel exports closed the first quarter of 2026 with moderate yet significant growth. This progress comes amid a challenging environment where a decline in several European markets was offset by growth in non-EU destinations. Between January and March, the sector's international sales reached 1.44 billion euros (1.67 […]

Primark. Credits: Primark Irish fashion retailer Primark is entering a new phase of its development in the French market with the appointment of Sylvain Darracq as managing director. He will officially take up his post on October 1, 2026, after a four-month transition period alongside the current director. He succeeds Christine Loizy, who is retiring after 13 years at the helm of the French subsidiary. Sylvain Darracq joins the company with over 25 years of solid experience in the retail […]

Henry Zankov Credits: Dvf, ph Hunter Abrams Henry Zankov is the new artistic director of Diane von Furstenberg. Graziano de Boni, CEO of Diane von Furstenberg, announced the news in a statement. His first collection will debut in September 2026 during New York Fashion Week. In this new role, Henry Zankov will oversee the brand's entire creative direction, from collections to visual identity. The designer will also continue to lead his eponymous brand, Zankov, which is based in New York and […]

Carbonfact acquires Vaayu; founders Namrata Sandhu (Vaayu) and Marc Laurent (Carbonfact) side by side. Credits: Carbonfact French sustainability platform Carbonfact has acquired its German competitor Vaayu Tech GmbH. The companies made a joint announcement today. The purchase price has not yet been disclosed. The acquisition brings the two largest decarbonisation tools for the fashion industry under one roof. Existing clients will migrate to Carbonfact. The combined portfolio now includes […]

Return of the elegance/rufles/fringes/transparancy/socks in heels/mixing occasions/bubble hem. Jacquemus FW2026, Isabel Sanchís FW26, Victoria Beckham FW26, Carven OFF26 - Pre-Fall Women & Aje OFF27 - Resort Women Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Executive summary: A confluence of held polarities and considered pleasure defines SS27 The spring/summer 2027 season arrives in a global context trend forecasters describe with unusual unanimity. WGSN and Coloro frame 2027 as a "polycrisis" […]

Hermès bag handbag, Fall Winter 2026, Ready to Wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Hermès artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas recently provided the renowned news magazine 60 Minutes with an exclusive, intimate look inside the hallowed workshops of the Parisian fashion house. During the segment, Dumas meticulously detailed the intricate, generations-old craftsmanship and specialized skills required to create their globally coveted, iconic handbags, pieces that are as much investment […]

Fred Perry store in Brighton. Credits: Fred Perry Interview For decades, Fred Perry has occupied a unique position at the intersection of fashion, music and subculture. While the Laurel Wreath remains globally recognisable, it is within the brand’s stores that its cultural relevance continues to evolve in real time. As part of an ongoing retail-focused conversation with FashionUnited, Brighton Store Manager Kate Harrigan reflects on the changing dynamics of contemporary retail, the emotional […]

Exterior of the Galería Canalejas shopping gallery in Madrid, Spain. Credits: Galería Canalejas. Madrid – The Spanish multinational OHLA, successor to the former OHL of the Villar Mir Group, will put the exclusive Galería Canalejas shopping complex up for sale at the end of the year. This was announced by its chairman of the board of directors and main shareholder, Luis Amodio. He has ruled out the possibility of the transaction being completed for less than 200 million euros (232 million […]

Luca De Meo at the Kering headquarters in Paris (September 2025). Credits: Photo by THOMAS SAMSON / AFP Luxury group Kering is holding its annual general meeting on Thursday, a few weeks after unveiling its strategic plan, as the slowing luxury market seeks to reinvent itself. Last September, the French giant's last annual general meeting saw the appointment of Luca de Meo as chief executive officer. François-Henri Pinault retained his position as chairman of the group. Kering owns Gucci, […]

Credits: Unsplash Justin Thomas, VP Sales, EMEA North for Akeneo explains why merchandising is moving from intuitive decisions to attribute level performance analysis and why this matters in the new AI age. We are moving away from a time when merchandising was driven by instinct, experience and intuition, which provided merchandisers with the ability to spot trends, predict demand and decide what customers might want before the data caught up. This is because, in the age of AI commerce, […]

Credits: OMEGA OMEGA continues its legacy in the world of James Bond by unveiling a new timepiece that appears in the action-adventure game, 007 First Light. Designed in collaboration with the game's creators, IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios, OMEGA’s new Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph 007 First Light, allows 007 fans to play and dress as the iconic spy. About the game The 007 First Light Video Game is officially launching worldwide on May 27th, 2026. Developed by IO Interactive (the […]

"Frutteria Golden” takeover at Selfridges’ corner shop in London Credits: Golden Goose Italian luxury label Golden Goose has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, delivering strong growth across all regions. The group reported net revenues of 173.22 million euros (201 million dollars), representing a 10 percent increase compared to the first quarter of 2025. This performance was primarily powered by continued momentum in its direct-to-consumer (D2C) […]

Galeries Lafayette in Shanghai. Credits: F. Julienne. Beijing - Jacqueline Li was astonished to learn of the closure of Galeries Lafayette in Beijing. She believes it signals a change in Chinese shopping habits. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, luxury no longer holds the same appeal as it once did. The closure of the iconic French department store this Wednesday occurs against a backdrop of economic gloom in the country. This is another illustration of how foreign luxury brands have lost their […]

Interview Alexandra Jacmin and Ségolène Jacmin, founders of the brand Façon Jacmin. Credits: Façon Jacmin. Antwerp - There is something quite rare in what Ségolène and Alexandra Jacmin do. There is no unnecessary noise, no growth at all costs, and no back-to-back Parisian shows just for the sake of being on a schedule. In ten years, the two sisters have built Façon Jacmin with a logic that is almost entrepreneurial craftsmanship. They advance step by step, stay true to their […]

An Abercrombie & Fitch store Image: Abercrombie & Fitch US apparel group Abercrombie & Fitch Co. set a new sales record in the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year. However, its profit declined. According to a statement released on Wednesday, sales in the 13 weeks to May 2 amounted to approximately 1.11 billion US dollars. This was a two percent increase on the same quarter last year and a new record high for the company. Adjusted for currency fluctuations, however, revenue […]

FG Moves To End Textile Import Dependence As Nigeria Produces 10,000 Made-In-Nigeria T-Shirts In Six-Month Pilot Credits: Unsplash The federal government of Nigeria has launched a new initiative to revitalize its cotton, textile, and garment (CTG) industry as it aims to reposition the sector as a hub for employment, industrial growth, and export competitiveness. Also known as the National Cotton, Textile and Garment Industrial Transformation Programme (NCTG-ITP), the programme is said to be a […]

Michael Kors boutique in Munich Image: Michael Kors US fashion group Capri Holdings Limited also suffered a decline in sales in the fourth quarter of the 2025/26 financial year. The company made significant progress in its earnings thanks to extensive reforms. Management is now also forecasting sales growth for the current year. In the final quarter of the past financial year, which ended on March 28, the group's revenue from continuing operations amounted to 796 million dollars. This excludes […]

Dick's Sporting Goods Credits: Dick's Sporting Goods US sports retailer Dick's Sporting Goods today reported its financial results for the first quarter ended May 2, 2026, delivering strong comparable store sales growth and increasing the lower threshold of its annual sales guidance. The consolidated results reflect the operation of the recently acquired Foot Locker business for the entire 13-week period, whereas the prior year quarter reflected Dick's Sporting Goods on a stand-alone basis. […]

Wheat straw viable alternative to wood pulp for viscose & lyocell fiber production Credits: Photo by Maksim Chernishev on Unsplash Could wheat straw serve as an alternative to wooden pulp for the production of quality viscose and lyocell fibers for the fashion industry? According to a new report from environmental nonprofit Canopy, the answer is yes.    The report, ‘From Wheat Straw to Wardrobes: Fashioning a new fibre future,’ presents the findings of a pilot project, Project […]

Lululemon Kensington High Street store Credits: Lululemon by Michael Franke Lululemon Athletica inc. has entered into a cooperation agreement with founder Dennis J. “Chip” Wilson, who holds approximately 8.7 percent of the outstanding common stock of the Canada-based company. As part of the agreement, Laura Gentile, former chief marketing officer of ESPN, and Marc Maurer, former co-chief executive officer of On, will join the board of directors following the 2026 annual meeting of […]

Damartex headquarters Credits: F. Julienne French group Damartex, based in Roubaix, has announced a change in its leadership with the appointment of Anne-Sylvie Hubert and Filiep Blontrock. The company is also undertaking a fundamental review of its operations. Anne-Sylvie Hubert, formerly of Kiabi and KPMG and chief financial officer of the Damartex group since 2023, has been appointed president of the executive board. Filiep Blontrock, managing director of Damart and with the group since […]

The Platform Group's headquarters in Düsseldorf Image: The Platform Group The Düsseldorf-based e-commerce group The Platform Group SE & Co. KGaA has continued its growth trajectory in the first three months of the 2026 financial year. On Wednesday, the company announced significant increases in sales and operating profit, as expected. It also confirmed its annual forecasts. In the first quarter, group sales reached 243.1 million euros, an increase of 51.2 percent compared to the same […]

Credits: Louis Vuitton In celebration of the 10-year anniversary of the LOUIS VUITTON for UNICEF partnership, the House is delighted to announce the auction's launch of the Louis Vuitton Unity Time Object. This exceptional, one-of-a-kind objet d'art will be sold exclusively at Sotheby's from June 9th to 18th, with hammer price dedicated to UNICEF. This year marks a milestone decade between Louis Vuitton and UNICEF, which continues its ongoing commitment to helping and supporting the world's […]

Marco De Vincenzo Credits: Etro A few months after his departure from Etro, Marco De Vincenzo has been appointed head of leather goods at Givenchy. He will work under the creative direction of Sarah Burton, the French label's artistic director, as specified by the brand in an email to FashionUnited. In his new role at the LVMH group house, the Italian designer will be responsible for developing Givenchy's leather goods category. He will work in close collaboration with the artistic director […]

Radley London store Credits: Radley London, Facebook Boston-based asset and brand investment firm Gordon Brothers have acquired British heritage brand Radley and all related intellectual property, for an undisclosed amount. In a statement, Gordon Brothers said it will add Radley to its growing fashion and lifestyle portfolio and plans to pursue a growth strategy focused on expanding Radley’s global presence and operations through “strategic investments in people, products and […]

Banana plant with fruits. Credits: Unsplash The recent establishment of the Natural Textile Fiber Innovation Hub (NTFIH) in Benito Soliven, Isabela, represents a significant leap for the Philippine textile industry. By leveraging the region’s vast banana plantations, which cover approximately 1,200 hectares, the Department of Science and Technology (DOST) is transforming agricultural waste into high-value textile-grade fibres. This move directly addresses a long-standing inefficiency in the […]

Parsons School of Design unveiled the BFA Fashion Design Class of 2026 during its annual graduate runway presentation in New York, showcasing collections that explored identity, craftsmanship, sustainability, and interdisciplinary approaches to contemporary fashion. The Parsons 2026 BFA Graduate Runway Show, titled “ENSEMBLE,” brought together 31 designers representing 12 nationalities across four continents, according to programme materials and event coverage. The showcase highlighted the […]

Savannah College of Art and Design celebrated the largest graduating class in the history of its School of Fashion this month during SCAD Fashion 2026, a multi-day showcase highlighting the work of emerging fashion designers from the university’s Atlanta and Savannah campuses. The annual event culminated in a runway presentation at the SCAD Museum of Art featuring more than 60 student designers and nearly 200 looks, according to local media reports and university statements. The showcase […]

Credits: Inditex Meadowhall has announced that leading Inditex brands Stradivarius and Pull&Bear have launched neighbouring stores at the scheme, as firsts in Yorkshire. The two openings take Inditex’s presence at the destination to more than 70,000 sq ft, including the latest Zara and Bershka concepts, reinforcing Meadowhall’s position as a prime retail hub. Pull&Bear has opened a 13,000 sq ft unit on Meadowhall’s Lower Level High Street, showcasing its eclectic collection of […]

Isabel Marant x Havaianas limited-edition collaboration Credits: Isabel Marant x Havaianas Brazilian flip-flop brand Havaianas and French fashion house Isabel Marant have launched a joint capsule collection. The collection was released on May 22, marking the first collaboration between the two brands. The capsule consists of four styles across two silhouettes. In addition to a rework of the classic Havaianas flip-flop, the collaboration also introduces a style with a thicker sole and a more […]

The annual fashion presentation of Gerrit Rietveld Academie took place on 25 May in and around De Hallen Studio's, with graduating students using the event to challenge traditional fashion show structures and explore questions around accessibility, public space, and participation. The 2026 edition of the Rietveld Academie Fashion Show 2026 featured graduation projects by Mikołaj Szwaja, Joris Janssen, Estefanía Escalona Millano, Evelina Nanny Eliasson, Simone Winder, Johanne Fage-Larsen, and […]

Manomama drew attention with this mock-up. Credits: Manomama Augsburg (Germany) - Magnus Trinkwalder from the German textile company Manomama initially just wanted to make a statement on LinkedIn. He aimed to stand against right-wing extremism and for social responsibility and corporate accountability. Therefore he digitally added the lettering ‘FCKAFD’ to a pair of jeans from the company's own collection. He had not anticipated the response. “I was completely overwhelmed with messages […]

Credits: Courtesy of Okaïdi French children's ready-to-wear brand Okaïdi announced a reorganisation plan this Tuesday, May 26. The plan could lead to up to 290 job cuts in France and the closure of 60 stores. This marks a new stage in the restructuring undertaken by the IDKIDS group since it was placed in receivership last February. According to RTL, citing AFP, the plan aims to refocus the brand's French network on its best-performing points-of-sale, with implementation expected in the […]

Illustrative image of online payment. Credits: Pexels. Chinese digital platform Alipay has introduced its full-stack artificial intelligence payment solution to partners across various industries, including traditional retailers and technology firms. The company debuted two new services this week, AI Wallet and Token Pay, to support the rapid growth of the agentic commerce ecosystem. The launch extends the next-generation infrastructure of the platform, building on its consumer-facing product […]

The Castrette di Villorba headquarters Credits: Benetton Benetton's turnaround plan is starting to bear fruit. The company, led by CEO Claudio Sforza, will close 2025 with losses reduced by over 65 percent. Appointed in June 2024, Sforza immediately initiated a plan to revitalise and streamline the company and its distribution network. Following the reorganisation, the sales network of the company, founded by Luciano Benetton in 1965, now comprises approximately 2,700 stores worldwide, with a […]

Credit: Haglöfs Swedish outdoor brand Haglöfs AB has appointed Marcus Grönberg to the role of global director of wholesale. Grönberg, who is based in Stockholm, will take up his new position effective June 1, Haglöfs announced on Friday. He brings more than 15 years of international experience in the sporting goods and fashion industries, spanning the wholesale, retail and e-commerce sales channels. During this time, he has worked in Europe, Asia and North America. “He is an excellent […]

Ilia Topuria and the MR.AB store in Madrid, Spain. Credits: MR.AB. Madrid – Madrid-based menswear brand MR. AB has just confirmed that fighter Ilia Topuria, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) world champion in the featherweight and lightweight divisions, has joined as a new investing partner. This move sees him join the project led and co-founded by Tomás Laso-Argos and Rafael Medina. First teased on social media just over a week ago, MR. AB's management has now officially confirmed […]

Jonathan Anderson at Spring/summer 2026 Dior fashion show at PFW Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Jonathan Anderson’s seminal first year as the Creative Director of Dior is the compelling focus of an in-depth conversation with fashion journalist Tim Blanks, published exclusively in the highly anticipated System Issue No. 25. The extensive discussion offers a rare, candid glimpse into the enormous professional and creative undertaking of assuming one of the fashion world's most […]

Galeries Lafayette store in Beijing. Credits: Galeries Lafayette. Beijing – French group Galeries Lafayette is closing its Beijing store on Wednesday after 13 years of operation. The closure is attributed to evolving customer demands and a slowdown in the luxury market in a country once considered an eldorado for the sector. On Tuesday, the day before the closure, a steady stream of customers browsed the boutiques of the immense six-storey store in the heart of the capital, searching for […]

Tod's at Madison Avenue Credits: Tod's spa Tod’s SpA chief executive officer John Galantic has departed from the Italian fashion group, after less than two years in the role, Bloomberg reported. Galantic, who assumed the position of CEO in September 2024, left the luxury company known for its signature loafers at the end of April. A representative for Tod’s stated that the American executive stepped down for personal reasons and has returned to the US. The Italian company has not yet named […]

Liv Ramanandraibe, the founder of Ibeliv, with artisans in Madagascar Credits: Courtesy of Ibeliv, ph John Lander Interview Ibeliv will be in Florence for Pitti Uomo in June, presenting an immersive installation dedicated to the underwater world. The brand is already well-known in Italy, having previously participated in several editions of White Milano. Ibeliv was founded 13 years ago by designer Liv Ramanandraibe, born in 1981 and originally from Madagascar. The story of this accessories […]

Adrien Cassegrain, director of transformation & CSR and a member of the fourth generation of the owner family. Credits: Longchamp Interview French luxury brand Longchamp has attracted attention in recent months with some unconventional sustainability initiatives, such as its collaboration with the French shipping company Neoline, which has built a state-of-the-art sailing cargo ship. In an interview, Adrien Cassegrain, director of transformation and corporate social responsibility (CSR) […]

Nico Williams wearing Loewe for the Spanish national football team. Credits: Bruno Staub, courtesy of Loewe. Madrid – In an unprecedented move for its development as a fashion house and for the off-pitch image of Spain's senior national football players, luxury house Loewe and the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) have today announced the start of a long-term collaboration. Under the agreement, Loewe becomes the new “official tailor” for the senior national football teams. The […]

Pinterest's summer 2026 trend report Credits: Pinterest This year's summer is set to be dominated by sport. According to the Pinterest summer 2026 trend report, sport will become a broader cultural language during the warmest months of the year, influencing not only clothing choices but also social interaction. This is not just about major sporting events like the upcoming World Cup and the currently booming fan culture associated with various sports. The focus is primarily on the visual codes […]

FARFETCH is presenting FARFETCH Live, a highly curated series of elevated, livestreamed shopping events. Credits: FARFETCH FARFETCH, the global platform for luxury, is presenting FARFETCH Live, a highly curated series of elevated, livestreamed shopping events designed exclusively for its Private Clients. The digital initiative offers top-tier clients real-time access to ultra-luxury pieces across Fine Watches, Fine Jewellery, and rare accessories. Breaking away from traditional e-commerce live […]

Philipp Lübbenjans is set to drive the relaunch of the Eterna brand at Olymp Image: Olymp Bezner KG Just over two months after acquiring the brand rights for Eterna, the Olymp-Bezner Group has brought Philipp Lübbenjans, a former top manager of the shirt and blouse specialist, on board. The 41-year-old has extensive management experience at Eterna Mode GmbH, which filed for insolvency last December and had to announce the cessation of its business operations in March. Lübbenjans led the […]

Pas Normal Studios and Salomon present joint SS26 collection Credits: Pas Normal Studios / Salomon Pas Normal Studios and French outdoor brand Salomon are launching a joint crossover collection for the spring/summer 2026 season. The line combines the technical cycling DNA and design codes of Pas Normal Studios' experimental T.K.O. line with Salomon's performance expertise, the Danish cycling label announced on Monday. At the heart of the collaboration is the 'GRVL' concept – a hybrid […]

SS27. Image: Timberland For the spring/summer season, Timberland turns its attention to the New England coast, combining the rugged influences of sun, wind and sea in a footwear and apparel collection that balances maritime durability with vibrant, seasonal colours. The Signature Stitch Collection includes a 6-inch silhouette for women and men, as well as an Oxford silhouette for men. A men's leather and wool varsity jacket and a women's utility bomber jacket complete the look. SS27. […]

Lauro De Marinis and Mauro Grange, ceo of Dondup Credits: Dondup Lauro De Marinis, the Italian singer-songwriter known as Achille Lauro, has taken on the role of creative director at Dondup, Milan-based ready-to-wear brand. Lauro will present his first capsule collection on June 15 during his concert at the San Siro stadium in Milan. In his new role, De Marinis will lead Dondup's design studio with the responsibility of defining and expressing the brand's creative vision in the womenswear, […]

Credits: ANDAM INNOVATION PRIZE WINNER - ALPHALYR ANDAM has awarded French technology company Alphalyr the 2026 ANDAM Innovation Prize, granting the startup €100,000 for its artificial intelligence platform focused on supply chain, retail, and e-commerce analytics for the fashion industry. The award, announced in Paris on 22 May, recognizes technological innovations aimed at reshaping the fashion sector through sustainability, operational efficiency, and digital transformation. The decision […]

Credits: Burberry The roar of the crowd and the smell of anticipation: Burberry captures the unmistakable atmosphere of a football match day in its Autumn 2026 campaign, ‘A Good Sport’. Taking the perspective of the spectators, the campaign celebrates the energy of football fandom with a cast of familiar faces from the worlds of film, television, sport and fashion. ‘Burberry has connected football fans across generations for decades,’ says Chief Creative Officer Daniel Lee. ‘It’s […]