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The Staff International headquarters in Noventa Vicentina Credits: Otb Group OTB's theory involves sourcing materials and workmanship within a 20-kilometre radius of the company's headquarters. This concept is to 'Made in Italy' what artificial intelligence and innovation are to the competitiveness and growth of the fashion industry. This summarises the strategy of Staff International, the production and logistics platform of the OTB Group (OTB), based in Noventa Vicentina, Italy. The company […]

Christopher Kane Credits: BFC by Darren Gerrish British heritage brand Mulberry is returning to the London Fashion Week schedule in September to showcase Christopher Kane’s debut collection. Kane was appointed creative director of ready-to-wear for Mulberry in March, marking a return for the leather goods brand back to the clothing category, as part of the brand’s ‘Back to the Mulberry Spirit’ strategy and its renewed focus on British creativity, craft, and culture. The ‘Mulberry by […]

Richemont HQ. Credits: ©Richemont. All rights reserved. On Wednesday, luxury group Richemont, parent company of Cartier, announced it has finalised the sale of watchmaker Baume & Mercier to the Italian Damiani Group. The initial agreement for this private transaction was made public on January 22, 2026. It involves the acquisition of 100 percent of the Swiss brand's shares, with all prerequisite conditions having been met. The financial terms of this operation have not been disclosed. […]

Martin Hallander, CEO of Arkivet, and Elisabeth Peregi, president and CEO of Kappahl Group. Credits: Kappahl Group. Nordic retail giant Kappahl Group has acquired a majority stake in Arkivet Second Hand, reflecting a strategic move to strengthen its position in circular fashion and expand resale capabilities. Arkivet, known as Sweden’s leading secondhand retail chain, will continue to operate its 'Modern Second Hand' concept, which combines curated pre-owned assortments with an in-store […]

Credits: Asos x Nordstrom, New York City Fashion e-tail giant Asos has completed the disposal of its Atlanta fulfilment centre, in a transaction that forms part of its ongoing programme to sell non-core assets and simplify its logistics footprint. The lease for the US site has been assigned to a global consumer brand, while the associated automation assets have been acquired by a member of the DHL Group. The deal generates net proceeds of around 48 million pounds and is expected to deliver […]

A new record for online sales. Credits: Shkrabaanthony for Pexels.com Paris - For the seventh consecutive year, online sales set a new record in 2025. Sales were up by 7 percent, with French consumers spending almost 200 billion euros online, the Fédération du e-commerce et de la vente à distance (Fevad) announced on Wednesday. E-commerce is “firmly established in the daily lives of French people,” Marc Lolivier, general delegate of Fevad, said in a statement. He highlighted the […]

Mori sleepsuit campaign imagery. Credits: Mori. Kidswear brand Mori has partnered with Littleloop to launch a resale and take-back service for outgrown Mori and Kidly by Mori clothing, expanding its circular fashion offer. The initiative responds to a rising demand for secondhand childrenswear. In Mori's latest survey, 43 percent of customers said they now buy baby and children’s clothing pre-loved, up 28 percentage points year-on-year. The brand also noted that more than 250 Mori items […]

Henry Zankov Credits: Dvf, ph Hunter Abrams The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has released the preliminary schedule for New York Fashion Week spring/summer 2027, introducing a mix of new designer debuts, returning names and policy changes across the six-day event. Running from 10 to 15 September, the schedule features 70 runway shows and presentations. Diane von Furstenberg will open the week with the debut collection of new creative director Henry Zankov, while Thom Browne […]

Founders Martin Daniel and Romain Champourlier from Carbonfact at work. Credits: Carbonfact Environmental intelligence platform Carbonfact has released a free, open-source database featuring detailed environmental impact data for textile manufacturing, arriving shortly after the company's acquisition of fellow fashion sustainability platform Vaayu in May. The database contains 300 Life Cycle Inventory (LCI) datasets covering core processes such as spinning, dyeing, and weaving. By measuring […]

Textile-to-textile recycling. AI-generated image for illustration purposes. Credits: FashionUnited Textile-to-textile materials regeneration company Reju announced today the opening of its first research and development (R&D) centre in North America. Its establishment means the company is a step closer to building a closed-loop recycling ecosystem that converts discarded fabric and textiles into quality products. The new facility is located in former mill town and manufacturing centre […]

Sports Direct at the Braehead Shopping Centre in Renfrew, UK. Credits: Braehead Centre; Sports Direct British retail conglomerate Frasers Group has agreed to sell 100 percent of its interest in Sports Direct Malaysia to strategic partner MAP Active (PT MAP Aktif Adiperkasa Tbk) for 150 million US dollars. Following the sale, Frasers will enter into a long-term deal under which MAP Active will “further grow and develop Sports Direct in Malaysia, with a continuing income stream payable to […]

Frankies Bikinis. Credits: Centric Software. Swimwear brand Frankies Bikinis has reportedly appointed former NikeSkims co-general manager Paula Galperin as its new chief executive, according to Puck, as the company looks to accelerate its next phase of growth. Galperin is set to take over the role in August from founder Francesca Aiello, who launched the brand nearly 15 years ago and will remain with the business as chief creative officer. The new position marks Galperin's first CEO role. […]

Paul Smith festive takeover at the Royal Opera House Credits: Paul Smith / Royal Opera House by Kirsty McLachlan Paul Smith has joined the Fashion Task Force, the luxury industry sustainability group established under the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI), founded by King Charles III in 2020 when he was Prince of Wales. The British fashion brand becomes the latest member of the Task Force, joining companies including Burberry, Prada Group, Armani Group, Stella McCartney, Chloé and […]

Credits: Juicy Couture Juicy Couture chose the warm and vibrant atmosphere of Naples to present its new spring/summer 2027 collection. The brand hosted an exclusive event at a stunning location on the Campania coastline. For the spring/summer 2027 season, the brand proposes a collection that celebrates summer as an ode to freedom, seduction and playfulness. True to its Y2K, glam and irresistibly pop DNA, Juicy Couture constructs a narrative rich in contrasts and inspirations. These include […]

JD Sports store Credits: JD Sports JD Sports has officially closed all physical stores of Hip as it removes the premium streetwear multibrand retailer from high streets and pivots towards an online-only model. The brand’s remaining two stores in Manchester and Leeds closed at the end of June, bringing to an end nearly four decades of physical retail. Hip was established in 1987 as an independent menswear store before it expanded into womenswear in 2022. The retailer was then taken over by JD […]

Tommy Hilfiger x Cadillac Formula 1 Team fanwear Credits: Tommy Hilfiger In Pictures American fashion and lifestyle brand Tommy Hilfiger is deepening its ties with Formula 1 (F1) with a new fanwear collection in collaboration with the Cadillac team, cementing its role as the team’s official apparel partner. The new Tommy Hilfiger x Cadillac Formula 1 Team fanwear release drops ahead of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on July 5, and features a heritage-inspired, gender-inclusive […]

Credits: Strellson Swiss menswear brand Strellson has built its spring/summer 2027.2 collection, titled 'California Dreaming', around a road trip through California, from the streets of Los Angeles to Joshua Tree National Park. The label, headquartered in Kreuzlingen, was founded in 1984. The collection follows the route from the city and the California coast inland through Palm Springs and the Mojave Desert, ending at Joshua Tree National Park. Strellson describes the pieces as combining […]

Byan SS26 campaign Credits: Byan Spanish womenswear brand Byan, founded by former interior architect Andrea Moragues in 2018, has confirmed it will open its debut London flagship store on the King’s Road in Chelsea in October. The 807 square foot flagship store will span two floors and will launch with the brand’s autumn/winter 2026 collection. The move to open a permanent store in the UK follows a successful three-month pop-up in Covent Garden that opened in November 2025, and is […]

Sports Direct's Oxford Street store. Credits: Frasers Group. Australia’s Accent Group has called on shareholders to reject a takeover bid submitted by Frasers Group. An independent committee established by Accent found that the timing of the deal was “opportunistic”, having come amid weak retail conditions and prior to potential benefits accumulated through ongoing growth initiatives. In a filing, Accent said the offer, at 0.65 Australian dollars per share, undervalues the company and […]

Dior Men Spring Summer 2027, Menswear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Interview Paris Fashion Week menswear offered an “optimistic” outlook for the spring/summer 2027 season, according to Simon Longland, director of buying, fashion at Harrods, with Celine, Givenchy, Lemaire, Auralee and Dior making the biggest impression. “What stood out most was a growing sense of refinement rather than reinvention. Designers moved away from extremes and instead focused on ease, quality and […]

Credits: Lands' End Inc. US lifestyle retailer Lands’ End has confirmed a transition among its leadership. Andrew McLean will be stepping down as chief executive officer and board member as of July 13. He will be succeeded by Charlie Cole, the company’s current consumer brand and digital transformation executive. According to Lands’ End, Cole’s appointment reflects the continuation of a “solutions-based strategy” that was established under McLean and culminated in a strategic joint […]

Lee Jeans Credits: Lee Jeans Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), the global brand development, marketing and entertainment platform, has signed a long-term partnership with One Jeanswear Group (OJG), a wholly owned subsidiary of Premier Brands Group Holdings, to drive growth and market position for Lee in the US and Canada. The partnership will take effect following the completion of Authentic’s acquisition of Lee, which was first announced in May and is expected to close in the second half […]

Primark store Credits: Primark Value fashion chain Primark, which is set to be spun off, has recorded a decline in sales in its third quarter. Like-for-like sales fell by 2.2 percent in the three months to June 20, parent company AB Foods announced on Wednesday. Primark was affected by the challenging consumer environment. The British conglomerate, which also operates in the sugar, agriculture and food ingredients sectors, announced in April that it would spin off Primark after more than three […]

Levi’s Lot-1 ‘Made-to-Order’ service campaign Credits: Levi’s American denim brand Levi’s has launched a new premium bespoke tailoring experience at its Soho atelier in London, offering customers the chance to create their own one-of-a-kind handcrafted jeans. The Levi’s Lot-1 represents the highest expression of craftsmanship offered by Levi Strauss & Co., with all ‘made-to-order’ pieces made using premium selvedge denim. The service offers a one-to-one appointment with a […]

Credits: Future Snoops. Want a glimpse of beauty’s future? Start in Korea. July 8 · 10am EDT / 4pm CEST. From next-generation ingredients and aesthetic movements to evolving definitions of wellness and self-care, Korea’s beauty ecosystem has become a proving ground for what’s next. Join Future Snoops in partnership with Spate, NielsenIQ, and JIYU as we decode the shifts emerging from Korea—and explore how they’re set to reshape Western beauty markets. What You’ll Learn: · Which […]

NZ by Nic+Zoe Credits: Nic+Zoe Boston-based women’s clothing brand Nic+Zoe is expanding its brand portfolio with a new sub-brand, NZ by Nic+Zoe, aimed at reaching a younger audience. NZ by Nic+Zoe will offer a “fresh take on capsule wardrobing,” explains the American womenswear brand, featuring “more youthful” mix-and-match pieces at a more accessible price point. In a statement, the brand explained that NZ by Nic+Zoe represents a “continued desire for uncomplicated clothing,” […]

Zara store in the Sambil shopping centre in Caracas, Venezuela. Credits: Centro comercial Sambil. Madrid – The Spanish fashion multinational, the Inditex group, parent company of popular chains such as Zara, Bershka and Massimo Dutti, has announced a contribution of three million euros to the programme for people affected by the earthquakes in Venezuela, launched by the Red Cross. According to the management of the Spanish group, Inditex has agreed to contribute three million euros to the […]

Safilo's Padua headquarters Credits: Safilo Safilo Group (Safilo) has announced the completion of its acquisition of Spy+ and Serengeti from Bollé Brands. This follows the signing of the agreement on May 11 and the fulfilment of all customary closing conditions. The consideration for the transaction amounts to 24.6 million dollars. It was financed through the group's available financial resources. The transaction includes selected Spy+ and Serengeti assets in Europe and 100 percent of the […]

Melanie Richards, independent non-executive director at Dr Martens Credits: Dr Martens British footwear brand Dr Martens has appointed Melanie Richards as an independent non-executive director of the company, effective after the company’s annual general meeting on July 15. Richards is a former deputy chair of KPMG UK and currently serves as chair of Azets and is a non-executive director of Morgan Stanley & Co. International and HKA Global. In a statement, Dr Martens said that Richards […]

Ancient Greek Sandals' flagship store in Athens, Greece. Credits: Camper. Madrid – The Majorcan group Camper, parent company of footwear and lifestyle brands Camper and Camperlab, has just announced the acquisition of a majority stake in the Greek footwear brand Ancient Greek Sandals. Following the transaction, it has been specified that the Athens-based brand will continue to operate as an independent company under its own executive, creative and brand management. The financial details of […]

Credit: Farm Rio Valued at one billion dollars, Farm Rio, owned by Azzas 2154, surpasses its parent company, which is currently valued at 3.8 billion reais. The Rio de Janeiro-based brand, famous for its colourful prints and elegant casualness, accounts for approximately 40 percent of the group's revenue. As previously reported, the Azzas group hired Morgan Stanley for a potential sale, which subsequently led to a rise in the group's shares. However, according to the newspaper O Estado de S. […]

A Nike store in Singapore Image: Nike US sportswear group Nike Inc. sees a gloomy mood in the sportswear market overall, despite a business boost from the World Cup. “Our customers are under pressure around the world, and that is being felt in the sportswear business,” said chief financial officer Matthew Friend during a conference call with analysts. Three months ago, Nike had already identified risks from the war in Iran, which could lead to “unplanned fluctuations” in consumer […]

Discounting has kept shop price inflation in check. Credits: Aygin Kolaei / FashionUnited Summer discounting keeps shop price inflation stable according to latest figures by the British Retail Consortium (BRC): While overall shop price inflation held steady at 1.2 percent year-on-year in June, thus matching May's growth rate, despite the stability, this figure remains slightly higher than the three-month average of 1.1 percent. “Overall shop price inflation was unchanged in June,” said […]

Dean Sternberg becomes the new buying director women's wear at Peek & Cloppenburg Düsseldorf Image: ©️Dean Sternberg Düsseldorf-based retailer Peek & Cloppenburg B.V. & Co. KG is filling a key position in its buying department. On Tuesday, the company announced the appointment of Dean Sternberg as buying director women's wear. He succeeds Thekla Tamke in this role, who left Peek & Cloppenburg at the end of March. Sternberg most recently held the position of head of […]

Adidas' “Home of Soccer” event for the World Cup in New York Credits: Adidas Adidas will soon have to hand over the German national football team to its rival, Nike. At the World Cup, the sportswear giants are teasing each other. Nike could not pass up this perfect opportunity; the pun on the location was simply too good. “Hello New Jersey,” read a huge Jamal Musiala banner that the US sportswear giant's advertising guerrilla sailed across the Hudson River during Germany's World Cup […]

Byan campaign image Credits: Byan Spanish womenswear brand Byan is advancing its international expansion plan, opening its first permanent store in London this coming October. According to an exclusive report by British publication Drapers, the store will be located on King's Road in the exclusive neighbourhood of Chelsea. It will span over 75 square metres across two floors and will open with the autumn/winter 2026 collection. Beyond its retail function, the new Chelsea store is designed as a […]

Credits: Diamonds Factory British jewellery retailer Diamonds Factory has undergone a major rebrand, according to a press release. The London-based company, part of Neve Jewels Group, said the overhaul covers its branding, a revamped website and a large-scale creative campaign, and is intended to emphasise its craftsmanship and "direct from the maker" approach. The rebrand includes the retailer's first advertising campaign, with new imagery taking inspiration from a factory setting. According […]

A store employee helps a customer. Credits: Arina Krasnikova / Pexels The UK retail and hospitality sectors are facing significant operational strain, scoring a modest 65 out of 100 on the newly introduced “Frontline Workforce Index” by economics research consultancy Retail Economics and workforce management company Legion. Based on a representative survey of 2,000 frontline workers conducted in April 2026, the research highlights a critical disconnect between standard workforce management […]

Samsøe Samsøe collaborates with Garance Vallée and Franck Pellegrino. Credits: Samsøe Samsøe Danish brand Samsøe Samsøe has unveiled a collaboration with French artist, architect and designer Garance Vallée and multidisciplinary artist Franck Pellegrino, the brand announced in a press release. The project combines fashion, art and spatial design, with denim as its central element. The collection reinterprets the brand's denim through a series of unique, handmade pieces, alongside two […]

SS26. Credits: American Vintage French brand American Vintage has unveiled its new summer collection, according to a press release. The collection focuses on lightweight materials, relaxed silhouettes and a bright colour palette, aiming to create a versatile wardrobe for the warmer season. According to the brand, the material selection favours soft cottons, jersey, ultra-light technical fabrics and lightweight knits. These are chosen to ensure coolness and comfort on even the hottest days. The […]

UGG teases collaboration with Willy Chavarria at Paris Fashion Week. Credits: Left: Courtesy of Willy Chavarria; right: Taylor Rainbolt US lifestyle brand UGG made a surprise appearance at American designer Willy Chavarria's spring/summer 2027 show during Paris Fashion Week on 26 June 2026, unveiling a first look at an upcoming unisex collaboration, according to a press release. The collection is due to arrive this autumn and marks the first collaboration between the two. According to UGG, the […]

Interview Snipes 'United by Attitude' campaign Credits: Snipes Football is no longer a trend, but an integral part of streetwear. The kits and styles have become indispensable to street style looks, even outside of major tournaments. Overall, sport seems to be having its moment in fashion. This ranges from growing lifestyle categories and the hype around the men's World Cup to the racing bike as an accessory at the Louis Vuitton show in Paris. Mara Osterfeld, senior category manager for […]

Luxury items. Credits: Amari Shutters via Unsplash The global luxury industry has officially moved past its explosive post-pandemic “super-cycle” and become a market that is fundamentally “shrinking and splintering” according to a recent report by McKinsey and Business of Fashion (BoF). “The State of Fashion: Face to Face with Luxury Clients” is based on a survey of more than 2,000 clients and dozens of interviews across the US and China. It reports how the sector is navigating a […]

Sainsbury’s ‘fashion destination hubs’ Credits: Sainsbury’s J Sainsbury plc (SBRY.L) on Tuesday reported a 2.7% increase in total retail sales excluding fuel to £9.153 billion in the first quarter ended June 20, 2026, driven by growth in its grocery business. Grocery sales rose 3.6% year-on-year to £7.603 billion, while Sainsbury's overall sales increased 3.1% to £8.041 billion. Sales in General Merchandise and Clothing fell 3.7% to £438 million. Sales of the in-house clothing […]

FW26. Credits: True Religion US denim brand True Religion will be represented in Europe by two distinct collections: the True Religion Europe Collection and the True Religion US Collection. This was announced in a press release from the brand. Founded in Los Angeles in 2002, True Religion is known for its horseshoe logo and guitar-playing Buddha. According to the press release, the US Collection is based on the brand's archives. It includes the well-known denim fits, the distinctive Super T […]

SF1OG FW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight From July 2 to 5, fashion will once again be spread throughout Berlin and far beyond. The German capital is increasingly using its Fashion Week as a curated ecosystem of promotion, experimentation and international exchange, rather than simply showcasing a diversity of locations. This is evident in the inclusion of guests such as Buzigahill from Uganda, Orange Culture from Nigeria and the London-based label Lueder. They are part of this summer's […]

Credits: Alvanon A new report from Coresight Research, ‘Shifting the Size and Fit Paradigm: A three- pillar framework to reduce returns and future-proof for agentic commerce’ (May 2026) identifies the consumer, technological and market forces reshaping the fashion landscape and advises on how brands and retailers can prepare and succeed in the face of these seismic shifts. In this article the sizing technology company Alvanon, a partner on the report, summarises some key findings and […]

Feature Made For A Woman is mainly working with raphia, a natural fibre that is deeply connected to Madagascar. Credits: by Angy Razafinjatovo & Andrianina Raharisoa Luxury has long celebrated craftsmanship. Yet behind every threaded piece, embroidered detail or handmade object is a person whose story often remains invisible. Increasingly, the conversation is changing. The question is no longer only what is made, but who benefits from making it. In Madagascar, Made For A Woman […]

Textile Recycling Expo Credits: Sarah Vandoorne REPORT The textile recycling sector is ready to tackle the mountain of clothing waste but is awaiting the implementation of European regulations compelling companies to pay for the waste stage of their designs. Without additional investment, recyclers, collectors, and sorters are at risk of disappearing. Brussels - “The elephant in the room? We need to collaborate more and better. Only when brands, policymakers, collectors, sorters, and […]

Credits: Joao Luiz Bulcao / Hans Lucas / Hans Lucas via AFP Advertising for fast fashion platforms such as Shein, Temu and Aliexpress will soon be banned in France. The Senate, the second chamber of parliament, has approved a law aimed at curbing ultra-fast fashion. The law specifically provides for an advertising ban from the start of the new year. Influencers will also be prohibited from advertising, facing a fine if they do not comply. While the original plan was to target the entire fast […]

Perfect Moment x Boss Credits: Boss x Perfect Moment, courtesy of Boss Luxury high-performance ski and lifestyle brand Perfect Moment has reported double-digit revenue growth and significantly smaller losses for its fiscal fourth quarter and full year ended 31 March 2026, as its strategic pivot toward wholesale and full-price selling begins to take hold. Full-year revenue rose 9.8 percent to 23.6 million dollars, up from 21.5 million dollars the year before, while fourth-quarter revenue […]

Credits: Fabienne Chapot Interview With twenty years of brand history, Fabienne Chapot is an established name in the Netherlands. Founder Fabienne Chapot started the label in 2006 as an accessories label under the name Fab. This history gives the brand weight, which now serves as the foundation for its next step. “Internationally, we are building our new positioning from a relatively clean slate,” says Chapot. “In our home market, we want to reintroduce people to who Fabienne Chapot is […]

Gucci launches new high jewellery collection Credits: Gucci The beauty of flowers and the elegance of nautical elements define Gucci's new high jewellery collection. The collection features four distinct families: Gucci Flora, Gucci Nodo, Everlasting G and Iconic Signatures. These include the Horsebit and Marina Chain motifs, which are testaments to the Italian craftsmanship that the maison masterfully interprets. In detail, Gucci Flora celebrates the maison's deep and long-standing connection […]

Credits: Off-White. Off-White is launching L/Ab c/o Off-White, a new street style label within the Off-White universe. As the brand explains on its website, it is a brand created for the next generation of creatives, cultural catalysts and emerging talent. Inspired by the spirit of youthful experimentation that has long defined the label, the brand stems from Laboratory of Fun, a concept that envisions creativity as an open, evolving process rather than a fixed outcome. Within this framework, […]

The Ermanno Scervino store in Capri Credits: Ermanno Scervino Ermanno Scervino is focusing on its retail division. New openings include stores in Saint-Tropez; Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles; Beijing; Capri; Taormina and Prague. The company's objective is to establish a presence in the most dynamic markets and strengthen the brand's positioning. Europe and the US are confirmed as the group's strongest and most established markets, representing the main drivers of growth. According to a statement, […]

AI generated image of AI powered shopping / AI shopping / AI Agents / AI product discovery / AI Credits: FashionUnited Report Consumers are becoming more interested in leveraging AI agentic tools, AI-powered assistants that research, compare, and can make purchases when shopping.  New research from Commerce, a data-centric provider of an open, AI-driven commerce ecosystem, and PayPal found that 64 percent of UK consumers are interested in trying AI agentic shopping tools, although many remain […]

Harvey Nichols owner potentially exploring sale Credits: Harvey Nichols Harvey Nichols may very well be up for sale soon, as Hong Kong retail billionaire owner Sir Dickson Poon is reportedly exploring options. A potential sale of the struggling department store chain would be the end of his 35-year ownership of Harvey Nichols. According to Sky News, Poon has appointed financial advisors FTI Consulting to look into strategic options for the department store chain, which may include a potential […]

Credits: Gucci Italian luxury house Gucci has unveiled its latest campaign, 'Made in Italy', starring global brand ambassador Jannik Sinner. The launch was marked with a dinner in London on June 22, bringing together friends of the house as the tennis season reaches Wimbledon. Rooted in Gucci's Italian heritage, the campaign positions Sinner as an embodiment of a modern Italian spirit. The current world No. 1 in the ATP rankings, Sinner is a champion who combines respect for the traditions of […]

Credits: Para Mi Over the past few months, Para Mi has been working hard behind the scenes on an exciting new chapter: The Studio Edit. This new line within the Para Mi collections will be launched during the spring/summer 2027 presentation. Para Mi believes The Studio Edit perfectly meets the demands of today's consumer. It offers a fresh new direction that enriches the collection from SS27 with a contemporary feel and renewed energy. While Para Mi is known for its accessible, feminine […]

Reformation files for IPO Credits: Reformation Los Angeles-based womenswear brand Reformation has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange as it reported an increase in revenue for the year to December 27, 2025, to 507.1 million US dollars. The fashion brand, which currently operates over 70 stores across the US, UK, Canada, and France, filed a registration statement for a proposed IPO on June 25. The number of shares to be offered and the price range for the […]

Interview Eva Hughes and the importance of graduation fashion shows for launching a career in the fashion industry. Credits: Istituto Marangoni Miami Buenos Aires – For many fashion students, a graduation fashion show represents the culmination of years of creative work. Yet in an increasingly competitive industry, that moment can also become a first major professional opportunity. In front of the press, buyers, executives, stylists, and brands, young designers are not only presenting […]

SS26. Credits: Woolrich Escape into the season with effortless style. Inspired by sun-drenched coastlines, relaxed city breaks, and spontaneous adventures, the Woolrich Summer Escape selection brings together lightweight fabrics, timeless silhouettes, and functional design. Crafted for warm-weather living, each piece combines comfort, versatility, and understated elegance—making every journey, near or far, feel naturally effortless. Menswear From coastal escapes to urban adventures, the […]

Future Fabrics Expo 2026. Credits: Future Fabrics Expo Future Fabrics Expo (FFE) is the largest showcase dedicated exclusively to sourcing sustainable, best practice, and certified materials for fashion, footwear, home, interiors and lifestyle products. Set on 3300 square metres, FFE combines sourcing and education to equip visitors from fashion, interiors and the creative industries with material solutions, knowledge and tools to drive positive change. This year, FFE ran alongside the […]

Saks Fifth Avenue at Beverly Hills Credits: Saks Global press centre Saks Global announced the successful completion of its restructuring process, emerging from Chapter 11 under new ownership, with a new name: Exemplar Luxury Group (ELG). The department store group stated that it has reduced its debt by 75 percent, secured sufficient liquidity, and has the full backing of its capital partners and other stakeholders. The new group is dedicated to driving long-term growth and now has a “solid […]

Celine Homme SS27 show. Credits: Celine. FASHION WEEK Paris - Voluminous trousers and cape-like gabardine coats brought volume and movement to Michael Rider's first major menswear show for Celine on Sunday, the final day of Paris Fashion Week. It was the first time the American designer had appeared on the official Parisian menswear show schedule since his appointment as artistic director of the famous French label in late 2024. Sarouel trousers and loose gabardine coats For this […]

Fabletics launches activewear essentials with integrated UV 50+ protection Credits: Fabletics Fabletics is expanding its range with lightweight summer styles. With the new Active Summer Essentials, the activewear label is launching breathable designs that feature integrated UV 50+ protection, created for outdoor workouts in high temperatures. The collection centres on the Pureluxe line, which is designed to be at its lightest for the warm season with new mesh details for better air […]

Yeti's new flagship store in Munich Image: Yeti US outdoor equipment brand Yeti has opened its first flagship store in Europe. Since June 12, the brand has been offering its functional equipment in Munich's city centre. The company has moved into a space of around 150 square metres at Georg-Kronawitter-Platz 2. In a statement, the company explained its choice of location: “Munich combines urban appeal, a strong affinity for quality and immediate proximity to nature – from the Isar River to […]

Bershka's flagship store at the Trafford Centre, Manchester Credits: Bershka British property group Landsec is partnering with Spanish fashion group Inditex to open a Bershka store at Westgate Oxford, the shopping centre in Oxford, according to a press release. The store is set to open in autumn. Bershka, Inditex's youth fashion brand, is popular with Gen Z shoppers. Landsec said the signing strengthens its long-standing relationship with Inditex and reflects continued demand from […]

Saint Laurent spring/summer 2027, menswear. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - From a new masculinity to the controversy surrounding the Louis Vuitton wave, this men's Paris Fashion Week will be particularly remembered for the extreme heat that swept across France. Louis Vuitton's wave For his show, an ode to surfing and the ocean, Pharrell Williams recreated a sandy beach and a giant artificial wave. This grand set, which had been in preparation for months, sparked controversy as it […]

SS27. Credits: ragwear With its Spring/Summer 2027 collection, ragwear pairs effortless summer dressing with a versatile wardrobe of lightweight materials, relaxed silhouettes and distinctive details. The season combines Mediterranean ease, natural inspired colours and sporty urban influences with the comfort the brand is known for. At its core are looks that are easy to combine and work well for everyday life as much as they do for travel and adventure. The women’s collection is built […]

Street style Paris Fashion Week Menswear SS27 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Following Milan Fashion Week, the international fashion caravan moves to Paris Fashion Week, where it is not just the collections that are drawing attention during the spring/summer 2027 edition. The street style outside the shows also offers plenty of inspiration. With temperatures reaching around 36 degrees, functionality becomes a key consideration for attendees, although not at the expense of style. From airy […]

Lanvin boutique Credits: Lanvin Paris - French house Lanvin unveiled a surrealist-inspired wardrobe for its spring/summer 2027 menswear collection on Friday. The collection celebrates the centenary of the first menswear line by its founder, Jeanne Lanvin. Inside the Parisian mansion housing the brand's new offices, several outfits were displayed on the floor in the style of "cadavres exquis". This literary game was also featured on white T-shirts. On the racks were patterned pieces: tops with […]

Credits: Michael Tinnefeld, Agency People Image, API Against the stunning backdrop of Lake Tegernsee, Gut Kaltenbrunn by Käfer set the stage for one of the summer's most stylish society events. Hosts Evelyn and Philip Greffenius of Edition Sportiva, alongside LLOYD Shoes and Krüger Dirndl, welcomed numerous celebrity guests to the exclusive 'Almauftrieb Tegernsee'. The event blended Bavarian tradition with a modern lifestyle, high-quality fashion and culinary delights. Guests enjoyed a […]

Arts University Plymouth Class26 Credits: Arts University Plymouth Arts University Plymouth Graduate Shows 2026 includes several video title options to engage audiences, such as "The Future of Fashion & Art: Arts University Plymouth Graduate Shows 2026," "Ones to Watch: Discover the Next Generation of Creative Talent | AUP 2026," and "170 Years of Creativity: Inside the Arts University Plymouth Graduate Shows." Celebrating its historic 170th anniversary, Arts University Plymouth presents […]

Credits: Southampton Solent University While Southampton Solent University's fashion students showcased their work at Graduate Fashion Week 2026, students from the university's BA (Hons) Make-Up and Hair Design programme were working behind the scenes, creating the make-up looks for catwalk presentations throughout the event. Held annually in London, Graduate Fashion Week brings together fashion students, designers and industry professionals from across the UK and internationally. This year […]

Resort 27 Denim: Jeans and a nice top Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Retailers merchandising denim from the Resort 27 collections may find inspiration from the early 2000s, when premium denim labels such as 7 For All Mankind, Citizens of Humanity and True Religion transformed jeans into a fashion investment. The formula was simple but highly effective: pair designer denim with an elevated top to create an effortless day-to-evening look. For retailers, the trend drove strong add-on sales as […]

FW26: Valentino, Moschino, David Koma, Margiela Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The zeitgeist is bleak and overcast. Creative sectors are responding with escape routes and solutions, with fashion leading the way. Christine Boland opens her trend seminar on next year's autumn/winter fashion with this observation. She predicts extravagant designs with a constructive purpose: to embolden people. Grounding Boland frames her trend forecasts within a societal desire to live a more grounded life. […]

Rick Owens collaborates with Adidas for SS27 collection Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Rick Owens, known for his dark, avant-garde collections, has collaborated with German sportswear giant Adidas for spring/summer 2027. The US designer showed his latest designs in Paris early on Thursday. The puffed-up jackets, created in collaboration with Adidas, particularly caught the eye. The black track jackets with the three stripes and matching jogging trousers were filled with air, resembling […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai UK fashion grew across every channel last week, led by a double-digit jump in online sales, as a Father's Day-boosted high street recorded one of its strongest weeks of the year, according to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker. Fashion total like-for-like (LFL) sales rose +2.07%, building on a positive +2.84% base a year earlier. Online was the standout. Non-store fashion sales climbed +10.91%, accelerating on top of an already-strong +9.47% base from the same […]

SS27. Credit: TRVL by ZENGGI TRVL by ZENGGI slowly but surely establishes itself as ZENGGI’s casual line, specially designed for all those moments when comfort and convenience are just as important as carefree style. The fabric range is a touch tropical, with relaxed cotton and artisanal techniques, whilst luxurious technical travel qualities remain key. The collection also features a wider range of styles than before, from cool minimal and chic sporty to ultra-feminine options, as well as […]

The Kiosk France space by Delajoie studio at the Pitti Bimbo trade show, June 24, 2026. Credit: Julia Garel for FashionUnited. The aisles of Pitti Bimbo were bustling on Wednesday, June 24. Buyers in attendance, a significant portion of whom were part of the organisation's invitation programme, praised the dynamic and joyful atmosphere of this 103rd edition. The event was energetic and optimistic, despite a format that remains more restricted than it was pre-pandemic. The childrenswear […]

Credits: Swatch Swiss watch group Swatch has initiated legal proceedings in London's High Court, claiming 170 million dollars in damages from Samsung. The claim relates to the marketing of 26 digital watch face applications which, according to the company, reproduced the designs of its most recognised brands without authorisation. The applications in question were available for download from Samsung's Galaxy App Store. They imitated the visual appearance of watches from the Omega, Tissot and […]

Sonia Carrasco spring/summer 2027, menswear. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Spanish designer Sonia Carrasco presented her new collection in Paris on Thursday. The collection continues her signature style of visible seams, a method used to highlight the creative process. Carrasco is the only Spanish representative on the official Paris Men's Fashion Week calendar. She showcased her new collection in an old building in the city centre, featuring a long table in the middle with the remains […]

StockX Credits: StockX StockX has launched another new feature, Listings, a new marketplace dedicated to the sale of secondhand sneakers and apparel. The launch comes as StockX continues to expand and builds on the opening of its first permanent store in NYC and the upcoming launch of StockX Live, a live shopping experience set to debut this summer. The new addition sees StockX position itself as a “multi-experience” platform with three distinct shopping experiences: StockX Verified, the […]

Zalando's Berlin headquarters Credits: Zalando Frankfurt - The German financial supervisor BaFin announced on Friday it has opened an investigation into Zalando over suspected accounting rule breaches. The announcement caused the online fashion giant's share price to plunge. The Bonn-based authority stated it has “concrete indications” of possible violations of accounting standards. This led it to launch a review on June 19 of the consolidated accounts for the year 2025 and the related […]

Vinted's app Credits: Vinted Vinted is currently under scrutiny as several social media posts and videos concerning suspicious listings on the second-hand marketplace have gone viral.  The videos, reels, and posts, widely shared on social media platforms like TikTok, Instagram, Reddit, and X, show dozens of screenshots of listings, in particular toys, that are said to be suspicious or potentially coded and linked to criminal activity. Social media users sharing the listings claim that they […]

Credits: Photo credit: Fabio Spinelli @urban_shutter_mi (for the courtyard shots) and Visual Crew Agency (for the corridor and backstage shots) Accademia di Belle Arti di Brera marked its 250th anniversary with 'The Devil Wears Brera', the annual runway presentation of its Master's programme in Fashion Design. Held on 18 June, the show transformed the historic Milan campus into a catwalk, with collections presented in the corridor adjacent to Aula 55 overlooking the Magnolia Courtyard. The […]

Spring/summer 2027. Credits: Tessa Koops Many retail displays look alike. Tessa Koops does not. In a market saturated with similar collections, retailers are looking for brands that add real value—to the assortment, the in-store experience and the bottom line. Tessa Koops is one of them. Since 2012, the Dutch label has built a distinctive identity defined by bold prints, feminine silhouettes and a fit that keeps customers coming back. For more than 12 years, the brand has partnered with the […]

A passer-by in front of a Louis Vuitton store. Credits: Dyana Wing So / Unsplash The luxury industry has always stood for prestige, exclusivity and artisanal perfection. For a long time, it was associated with a kind of promise: investing in a brand meant acquiring not just a product, but also status, cultural relevance and a sense of belonging. This understanding still holds true today, yet the underlying model for success is coming under increasing pressure. A recent study by Accenture shows […]

Credits: Vinted Lithuanian second-hand marketplace Vinted is expanding its international footprint with its official launch in Australia on July 1, a company spokesperson confirmed to FashionUnited. Although the official launch is scheduled for next month, retail trade publication Inside Retail reported that the platform is already operational, with listings available to Australian users. According to Vinted, Australia represents a natural next step for the company. Internal research shows […]

Credits: ESMOD ESMOD Paris will present the work of its graduating Bachelor Fashion Design students at Talent Show 2026, an annual runway event set to take place on 30 June in Paris. The showcase will bring together more than 300 guests from the fashion, luxury and creative industries, along with media, institutions, alumni and recruiters, to discover the next generation of designers. Selected from the Class of 2026's final projects, 32 collections comprising nearly 100 looks will be presented […]

Credits: Ellis T. Carroll t A final-year fashion photography student from Southampton Solent University has won the Fashion Photography Award at Graduate Fashion Week (GFW) 2026, earning national recognition for a project that explores British and Irish folklore through contemporary fashion imagery. Ellis T. Carroll, who studies BA (Hons) Fashion Photography and Image Production, received the award for COMMON FOLK, a series of eight fashion editorials inspired by different folklore traditions […]

Alémais Resort Women Off Season 2027 & Chanel Resort Women Off Season 2027 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight A new wave of maximalism is emerging for Spring/Summer 2027. Expressive yet intentionally eclectic, Miximalism hints at where maximalism is heading next: not a return to overt excess, but a more layered and nuanced interpretation of visual richness. ABOUT Written by Patricia Maeda, Director, Womenswear Future Snoops. Arriving as a response to post-minimal fatigue, Miximalism […]

IM Men spring/summer 2027, menswear. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - British designer Sarah Burton presented her first-ever menswear collection for Givenchy on Thursday, during Paris Fashion Week Men's. Blending her mastery of tailoring with the history of the French luxury house, the 52-year-old designer made her debut on the official schedule of the capital's menswear Fashion Week. Three distinct worlds At the brand's premises, where the presentation took place, the collection […]

Toast campaign Credits: Toast British fashion and lifestyle brand Toast, founded in Wales in 1997, has shared its progress across materials, circularity and community in its annual ‘Social Conscience Report,’ revealing that it has hit several “significant milestones,” including increasing the use of natural fibres in its clothing collection from 92 to 99 percent. The report is structured around three key pillars: Cherish Materials and Make, Minimise Waste, and Enrich and Educate, and […]

Burberry partners with Leeds Beckett University Credits: Burberry British heritage brand has formalised its partnership with Leeds Beckett University in Yorkshire and its BA (Hons) Fashion Design course, as part of its ongoing commitment to supporting emerging fashion talent. The move follows the success of a pilot programme launched in 2024 and offers further opportunities for students to gain industry insight and “develop the skills needed to thrive in the creative sector,” while also […]

Hugo Boss showroom in Metzingen Credits: Hugo Boss AG In the takeover bid for Hugo Boss, major shareholder Frasers Group will not increase its offer. The company announced this in London. The British company has been attempting to take the helm of the German brand since mid-June through a voluntary public offer. It is offering 38 euros per share. Frasers is a retail conglomerate backed by entrepreneur Mike Ashley. According to previous statements, the group holds a direct stake of just over 26 […]

Package from the Temu online platform Credits: Unsplash UK shoppers are spending approximately 4.7 billion pounds a year on ultra-low-cost international shopping platforms such as Shein, Temu, and AliExpress, causing retailers to face increasing competition from these global competitors, according to research from Barclays and Retail Economics. Close to half of all UK shoppers (49 percent) purchased items from these platforms in the last year, according to the Retail Resilience report, […]

The Benetton logistics hub in Castrette Credits: Benetton Group To strengthen its e-commerce channel and align the group with the best industry benchmarks, Benetton Group is consolidating its digital strategy by completing the migration of the Benetton and Sisley e-commerce sites to the Shopify platform. "The move marks a transition to a more agile and scalable technological architecture, capable of responding more quickly to global market changes," the management explained in a statement. […]

Lil Nas x Coach, with Coach Rogue Handbag Credits: Coach Coach and Quince have come to a mutual agreement to end their ongoing federal litigation, which saw the lifestyle brand owned by Tapestry, Inc., accuse the online-luxury brand of selling dupes of its handbags. Both companies filed a joint stipulation on June 23 to dismiss all of Coach’s claims of trade dress infringement and unfair competition without prejudice in the US District Court for the Northern District of California and drop […]