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Ronaldinho x Dita Eyewear launch collection Credits: Dita Luxury eyewear brand Dita has partnered with none other than global football legend Ronaldinho to create a special eyewear collection. Timed to launch just ahead of the World Cup kickoff in Mexico, the collection sees Ronaldinho apply his well-documented style with Dita's bold, sculptural approach to design and Dita Lancier take on technical performance.  Ronaldinho x Dita Eyewear launch collection Credits: Dita “Soccer has […]

Asos campaign imagery. Credits: Asos Andrew Tiller has been named the new creative director of Asos. The creative joins the e-commerce giant from Stella McCartney, where he had served as visual director for over two years. Tiller confirmed the news on his LinkedIn account, where he said: “Thank you to everyone who has been part of the journey so far – for your support and encouragement along the way. I’m excited for what’s ahead.” Prior to Stella McCartney, Tiller had held a slew of […]

SS26. Credits: Jimmy Choo Jimmy Choo presents its new men's campaign for the summer 2026 collection, photographed in the British countryside and starring floriculturist and model Alfie Nickerson, accompanied by his beloved dachshund, Wolfie. Summer in Bloom continues the “Creators” narrative introduced with the spring 2026 men's campaign, a study of creativity that brings together creators from different disciplines. Through a series of images and a video, Alfie celebrates and reflects on […]

Pinterest doubles down on AI with extended Amazon partnership. Credits: Amazon. Pinterest has extended its partnership with Amazon Web Services (AWS) as it doubles down on AI infrastructure. The social media platform has confirmed a four billion dollar commitment to utilise AWS Trainium and Graviton to train and run AI models at scale through 2031. The agreement, described as the largest infrastructure deal in the company’s history, will see Pinterest put to use Amazon’s custom silicon […]

Mare Collection 2026. Credits: Giorgio Armani Once again, this year, Giorgio Armani Mare stops at some of the world’s most beautiful summer destinations. The journey started in Porto Cervo from May 26th to 30th, on the occasion of the fifth edition of the Giorgio Armani Superyacht Regatta: a prestigious competition organized by the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda. The customized Giorgio Armani Mare boat, Sørvind by Giorgio Armani, participated in the regatta for the second year as a tribute to […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai UK store fashion sales recorded their strongest week in 21 weeks, growing +12.33% in a seven-day period covering the spring bank holiday and half-term break, according to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker. The result, which compares to a -3.17% base in the same week last year, was driven by two record-breaking late-spring heatwaves that pushed temperatures to 34.8 and 35.1 degrees Celsius at the start of the week. Total fashion like-for-like (LFL) sales rose […]

British Heart Foundation's donation bins. Credits: Pexels. Charity organisation and retail chain operator British Heart Foundation (BHF) has said it plans to close around 150 stores over the next two years as part of efforts to maintain commercial sustainability across its retail network. Around 90 stores are proposed to shutter by the end of March 2027, with the remaining locations expected to follow by March 2028. Its online retail channels, including the website and Ebay store, will not […]

Chirag Patel Credits: Pentland Brands CEO profile Chirag Patel became chief executive officer of Pentland Brands on January 1, 2021, inheriting a portfolio built around swimming pools, gyms, rugby pitches and the great outdoors at the precise moment a pandemic had closed most of them. A year into the job, asked what he had learned, he did not reach for a growth metric. He reached for a distinction. There was endurance, which "can sustain us through short periods of adversity," he reflected, […]

J. Press SS26 012. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight As we look toward Spring/Summer 2027, four distinct menswear directions emerge that will respond to evolving consumer needs and cultural shifts. These directions spotlight overarching themes of cross-category elements, price-first driven versatility demands in consumerism, and the rising desire for authenticity in design. About Written for FashionUnited by Michael Leahy, menswear lead at Future Snoops. More about Future Snoops here. Ivy […]

RECONDITION Credits: Aviva Studios Emerging designer Ellie Brown is set to stage her first major runway event this summer, using adaptive fashion to challenge traditional ideas about accessibility and representation in the industry. Brown, a recent graduate of Manchester Metropolitan University, founded adaptive fashion label Recondition in 2025 after experiencing firsthand the challenges of dressing while using a wheelchair following a serious ankle injury. On 27 June, the young designer will […]

The Frontier at Australian Fashion Week SS27. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The Australian Fashion Council (AFC) is set to broaden its horizons with the launch of a new showroom at Paris Fashion Week’s SS27 edition dedicated to Australian designers. The initiative comes as a continuation of the organisation’s Global Gateways export programme, and marks what the council said is a “structural step-change” in how the local sector approaches the international market. Taking place […]

Credits: Vogue College of Fashion Kyinat Motla’s career spans fashion design, filmmaking, photography and education across three continents. As Program Leader of the MA Content Creation and Production at Vogue College of Fashion, she brings an interdisciplinary perspective to teaching, grounded in collaboration, curiosity and contemporary storytelling. How did you begin your career in the industry, and were there any early moments that particularly stand out to you? I hold a BFA in Fashion […]

Burberry x Quentin Blake. Credits: Burberry Burberry has partnered with Sir Quentin Blake on a capsule collection that embodies the artist’s distinctly British sense of imagination. Daniel Lee, Burberry’s Chief Creative Officer, says: ‘Sir Quentin Blake’s illustrations capture a sense of childhood magic. They have a very British style, and we wanted to bring his amazing creationsinto the world of Burberry.’ An award-winning artist who was knighted in 2013, Sir Quentin Blake has been […]

Gabriela Hearst at the end of her autumn/winter 2026, ready-to-wear show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Montevideo - Designer Gabriela Hearst cultivated her passion for sustainable luxury during a childhood surrounded by nature, farm animals and starry skies in the remote Uruguayan countryside. She has since taken this concept global, combining natural fibres, artisanal craftsmanship and low environmental impact. Approaching her 50th birthday, Hearst is an established name in high […]

Luxury and the Long View Credits: CXG The Middle Eastern market is facing significant disruption due to geopolitical tensions, inflation, and a decline in tourism. Experts from CXG are offering advice on crisis management and resilience for luxury brands already present in the Gulf countries or heavily reliant on this clientele. CXG (Customer Experience Group) is a consulting and customer experience measurement firm specialising in the luxury and premium sectors. It currently supports over 200 […]

Interview Kay Mourheg Credits: Capelli Sport The summer of football begins next week with the opening match of the men's World Cup, held in the US, Canada, and Mexico. US sportswear brand Capelli Sport will also be participating, equipping the national team of Cape Verde and distributing licensed products from the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). In Europe, the team sport specialist is primarily known for its partnerships with clubs such as VfL Osnabrück, […]

Leeds, UK, shopping street. Credits: Unsplash New figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Sensormatic have shown continued annual downturn in footfall for May, despite improvements seen on a monthly basis. Total UK footfall fell 2.6 percent year-on-year, but rose on the 10.7 percent drop recorded in April. Shopping centres were the hardest hit, with footfall declining 2.4 percent YoY. This was followed by high streets, where activity fell 1.5 percent, and retail parks, with […]

Lululemon Kensington High Street store Credits: Lululemon by Michael Franke Canadian athletic apparel brand Lululemon Athletica Inc. (Lululemon) reported its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, ended June 4, 2026, revealing steady international growth alongside deceleration in its domestic market. As detailed in the official press release, total net revenue for the period reached 2.47 billion dollars, representing a 4 percent increase compared to 2.37 billion dollars […]

SS26. Credits: Napapijri Napapijri’s Spring/Summer 2026 collection celebrates the colours of the season through a palette inspired by sunlit landscapes, coastal horizons and natural elements. Soft neutrals, vibrant accents and earthy tones come together to create versatile looks that feel fresh, contemporary and effortless. Credits: Napapijri Credits: Napapijri Lightweight outerwear, breathable fabrics and everyday essentials are elevated through carefully curated colour […]

Crossing the threshold Credits: Southampton Solent University Students from Southampton Solent University have secured 17 nominations across multiple categories at Graduate Fashion Week 2026, with 13 students shortlisted for awards recognising excellence in fashion design, styling, photography, marketing, media, and innovation. The nominations were awarded by Graduate Fashion Foundation, which organises Graduate Fashion Week, one of the world's largest showcases of emerging fashion talent. […]

Janie and Jack Enters Hospitality with First-Ever Limelight Hotels Partnership Credits: Janie and Jack Children’s brand Janie and Jack has partnered with adventure-forward hotel chain Limelight Hotels to launch the first-ever summer activations series, ‘Under the Limelight with Janie and Jack.’  Marking the brand’s debut in hospitality, the series sees both companies working together to offer a range of family experiences across nine weekends this summer, from July through to August […]

Credits: YKK YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Matsushima; hereafter, YKK) has decided to construct a new factory for YKK India Private Limited in India, a country that is rapidly growing as one of the world’s leading producers of textiles and apparel. YKK India Private Limited will construct a third manufacturing factory in India at “Origins by Mahindra, Chennai,” located in Tamil Nadu in southern India. The new factory will work in coordination with […]

Credits: FIRE In wholesale, speed is not operational. It is strategic. Collections are seasonal. Preorder windows are fixed. Retailers expect immediate availability. Markets move quickly. Yet many brands still approach B2B commerce like a long IT programme. Workshops. Specifications. Custom ERP adjustments. Interface engineering. Extended coordination cycles. While systems are being built, revenue momentum slows down. Speed matters. Because wholesale does not wait. \ The problem is not B2B – […]

Connor Ives at the finale of his AW26 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced the winners of this year’s BFC Fashion Trust awards, with six designers selected to receive financial support and mentoring to help build their businesses. For the 2026 edition, the winners are Clio Peppiatt, Conner Ives, Nicholas Daley, Paolo Carzana, Patrick McDowell and Tolu Coker. The news was confirmed by NSS Magazine. The recipients were selected by a judging […]

Credits: Lacoste It was on the courts that Lacoste was born, and it is also there that the brand fully shines. More than sixty years of footwear expertise, refined through competition and culture, find their most accomplished expression to date in the Slam Break Premium: a limited-edition sneaker, unveiled in a campaign featuring Arthur Fils. The Slam Break Premium marks the launch of a new Lacoste franchise, Slam Break, with a silhouette that blends heritage and modernity while paying tribute […]

Footshop store, at 63 rue de Rivoli, Paris. Credits: Footshop As announced by FashionUnited in October 2025, Czech retailer Footshop is cementing its European expansion by opening its first-ever store in France. The store, which opened on June 3, 2026, is located at 63 rue de Rivoli in the heart of Paris's first arrondissement. By targeting one of the French capital's busiest commercial hubs, situated between the Forum des Halles and La Samaritaine, the company secures a prime location within […]

Credit: Dior Is this the dawn of a new era for luxury? Faced with a marked slowdown over the past three years, the sector is trying to regain momentum by returning to fundamentals, streamlining portfolios and exploring new avenues. Profits are down sharply for LVMH and Kering in 2025, and Burberry reported a net loss for its 2024/2025 financial year. The figures show a change in trend. The causes are numerous, including price increases that have tired customers, questions about product quality […]

Monte Carlo campaign. Credits: Gucci Unfolding across Monte Carlo, the House’s latest campaign is captured in a series of moments shaped by motion, light and the spirit of escape. The first chapter moves through pools and open water, with a cast including Tian Xi Wei, Amelia Gray, Anok Yai, Elisabetta Dessy, Emma Koch, Kayako Higuchi, Felix Friedman, Ibrahima Kane and Samuel Watson. Figures caught between somewhere and elsewhere, plans hinted at rather than declared, and a sense that the […]

Charles Tyrwhitt Chicago flagship Credits: Charles Tyrwhitt British shirt maker Charles Tyrwhitt has promoted its chief operating officer, Rebecca Howat, to the role of managing director. Howat has been with the heritage retailer for over 12 years, having first joined in 2013 as head of merchandising before working her way up through positions spanning supply chain and logistics. She then became chief operating officer in 2023. Her promotion was confirmed by the company to Retail Week, to […]

Credits: Victoria's Secret Victoria’s Secret has said that its nine director nominees have received approval from three independent proxy advisors in the run up to its annual shareholder meeting, to be held on June 11. Institutional Shareholder Services, Glass Lewis & Co and Egan-Jones Proxy Services have all issued recommendations for shareholders to vote ‘for’ the director nominees, including independent chair Donna James. The company said the backing “reaffirms that our board is […]

Credits: Timo Strüker vía Unsplash. The apparel, footwear and textile industries are bracing for impact as the evolving conflict in the Middle East reshapes the global economic landscape. According to the OECD’s latest “Economic Outlook,” a severe energy shock is driving up inflationary pressures and stifling global growth — factors that directly threaten fashion supply chains, manufacturing costs and consumer discretionary spending. Two likely scenarios Given the volatile nature of […]

Spring 2027. Credits: OLYMP Signature Moments in the sun The OLYMP Signature spring/summer 2027 collection embodies effortless ease. It captures a lifestyle that combines tranquillity, confidence and self-determination. The collection translates soothing simplicity into modern elegance. Inspired by the slower pace of country life, it creates space for clarity, well-being and creative energy. Stylish. Composed. Full of positivity. Core message Styling Cleverly curated looks adapt effortlessly […]

Closed store sign - image for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. Off-price retail chain Leading Labels is closing all of its 15 stores after entering liquidation proceedings. Ahead of appointing Jeremy Bleazard of XL Business Solutions Limited as liquidator on May 26, the company launched clearance sales across its store estate as the winding down process began. Companies House documents further showed that the retailer had outstanding accounts dating back to November 2025. Founded in 1993, […]

A study by the Fédération de la Mode Circulaire (FMC) and KPMG France reveals that the circular fashion market in Europe could exceed 100 billion euros by 2030. Credits: Unsplash The European circular fashion market could surpass the 100 billion euro (116 million dollars) mark by 2030. This figure, revealed this Thursday by the Fédération de la mode circulaire (FMC) and KPMG, demonstrates the economic power of a market that was once a niche but is now a priority for companies in the […]

Credits: Yours Clothing Something is shifting in the way plus size women discover, trust and buy fashion. It’s happening in the comments section of a TikTok video, in a DM from a creator whose body looks like yours, and in a room full of women who understand, without explanation, exactly what it means to have spent years feeling like fashion wasn’t made for you. On Thursday 28th May, Yours Clothing hosted exactly that kind of room. Held at The Broadcaster in London’s White City, the […]

In-depth Exterior of the Zara store at 189 Via del Corso in Rome, Italy. Credits: Zara. Madrid – Following the presentation on Wednesday of Inditex's accounts for the first quarter of 2026, we now look beyond the record-breaking sales and profits. This analysis aims to understand exactly how the company has performed at the start of this financial year. The owner of Zara has begun the new fiscal year with a widespread improvement in its main economic indicators. Firstly, looking at […]

Credits: Carhartt Working in direct sunlight requires more from professionals than just perseverance. Long days on construction sites, rooftops, in infrastructure, or in agriculture often mean hours of exposure to heat and UV radiation. Carhartt's Force Sun Defender T-shirts are specifically designed for professionals who work outdoors for extended periods. The collection includes a long-sleeve T-shirt and a short-sleeve T-shirt with integrated UPF 40+ UV protection. The shirt therefore offers […]

Viktor Horsting and Rolf Snoeren, founders and creative directors of Viktor&Rolf Credits: OTB Group Italian fashion group OTB (Only the Brave) has acquired the remaining shares it did not already own in Viktor&Rolf. The Dutch fashion house is now fully owned by the Italian group, according to a press release. The financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed. In 2008, the initial deal was signed between Viktor&Rolf and OTB. At that time, a majority stake of 51 percent was […]

Lancaster, UK. Credits: Unsplash. New figures from MRI Software have revealed a mixed picture for UK footfall. According to the data platform, May activity showed momentum, yet not enough to break through, with persistent financial pressures among consumers impacting performance. Month-on-month, overall footfall was up 1 percent, led by retail parks at 1.6 percent, followed by shopping centres at 1.5 percent and high streets at 0.4 percent. On an annual basis, performance was not as strong. […]

Credits: FARFETCH Farfetch, the leading global platform for luxury, has unveiled an exclusive curation of bridalwear and wedding guest attire. The selection features exclusive pieces from Aje, Simone Rocha, Maria Lucia Hohan, and Nina Ricci, offering a romantic and diverse answer to this season’s evolving ceremonial dress codes. The Farfetch modern bridal edit features standout pieces designed to update the traditional wedding look with contemporary flair. Doralice Belli, Head of […]

Guests at FTUS's London programme cocktail event. Credits: Fashion Trust US / Getty. Incubator organisation Fashion Trust US (FTUS) has extended its mentorship programme to London, where it hosted recent award winners over a three-day initiative designed to provide insight into building and scaling a luxury business. Taking place from June 2 to 4, the programme was developed in partnership with Fashion Trust Arabia, the British Fashion Council, The Bicester Collection and Brand x Society. […]

Credits: Seasalt, Facebook British clothing retailer Seasalt has announced the closure of its four US stores just two years on from its expansion into the market. The Cornish company confirmed the news to Drapers, to which it said it was instead looking to grow its portfolio of partners in the US and Europe in the second half of the year, and thus wished to invest “accordingly in this area of the business”. The statement continued: “Therefore, in order to focus our efforts and resources […]

A Tommy Hilfiger store Image: Tommy Hilfiger US apparel group PVH Corporation reported solid results for the first quarter of the 2026/27 fiscal year on Wednesday evening. However, management lowered its sales forecast for the full year due to the foreseeable negative impact of the war in Iran. In the first quarter, which ended on May 3, group revenue amounted to almost 2.03 billion US dollars. This represented an increase of 2.1 percent compared to the same period last year. However, adjusted […]

Rent the Runway Credits: Rent the Runway US clothing rental platform Rent the Runway has announced its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, ended April 10, 2026, revealing strong top-line momentum and narrowing losses. Total revenue for the period reached 89.90 million dollars, representing a 29.20 percent increase year-over-year (YoY) compared to 69.60 million dollars in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. This performance exceeded the initial guidance provided by […]

Trapstar Credits: Footasylum UK sports-fashion and lifestyle retailer Footasylum has entered into a strategic partnership with British streetwear giant Trapstar. The move aims to accelerate the label’s next phase of growth while preserving its core creative independence, positioning Footasylum as a key incubator for premier streetwear. Under the agreement, Footasylum will deploy its robust retail infrastructure, operational expertise, and marketing support to expand Trapstar’s presence […]

Interview Alexandra Jacmin and Ségolène Jacmin, founders of the brand Façon Jacmin. Credits: Façon Jacmin. There is something quite rare about what Ségolène and Alexandra Jacmin do. No unnecessary noise, no growth at all costs, and no back-to-back Parisian shows just for the sake of being on a calendar. In 10 years, the two sisters have built Façon Jacmin with a logic that is almost akin to entrepreneurial craftsmanship: taking it step by step, staying true to their creative […]

Christie Brown, Talua, Vanhu Vamwe Credit: Galeries Lafayette The second edition of the “Africa Now” pop-up will take place from June 17 to July 8, 2026, at Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann, on the third floor of the Coupole building. Through this pop-up, Galeries Lafayette highlights a new generation of African designers who reinterpret local craftsmanship, expertise and cultural references for the Western market. The event also promotes social initiatives linked to communities and […]

Credits: Pentland Brands Graduate Fashion Foundation has announced a partnership with Pentland Brands for Graduate Fashion Week 2026 on LinkedIn, reinforcing links between emerging talent and industry employers. As part of the collaboration, Pentland Brands will host a dedicated Careers Fair space at the event, giving students and graduates the opportunity to meet industry professionals, gain career advice, and explore opportunities across its portfolio of brands, including Berghaus, Speedo, […]

Investment agreement. Credits: Pexels The start-up Tilt, an e-commerce platform specialising in live shopping and live auctions, has reached a key milestone by announcing a 26 million dollar funding round on LinkedIn. While the funding intends to accelerate the platform's technological innovations, the core element of this announcement is the major and highly strategic participation of Vinted Ventures. Vinted Ventures is the first industry investor from the re-commerce world to back Tilt. With […]

Credits: Aurélien Fashion brand Aurélien has opened a 60 square metre shop-in-shop in the menswear department of de Bijenkorf in Amsterdam. The new location complements the existing flagship store on Van Baerlestraat in Amsterdam and marks the next step in the brand's physical expansion in the Dutch market. The choice of de Bijenkorf is no coincidence. It is a leading destination for the premium segment in the Netherlands. Its brand portfolio appeals to a quality-conscious and […]

Credits: Superdry Superdry is a fashion name known across the world, expanding to 157 countries during its 23-year history and now it’s heading to Sheffield City Centre as part of the incredible Heart of the City development. Superdry was founded in the UK in 2003, blending vintage Americana with British heritage and a preppy aesthetic across menswear, womenswear and childrenswear. Renowned for its quality fabrications, elevated fits and premium branding, Superdry & Co has agreed a deal […]

Florentin Glémarec and Kévin Nompeix (Egon Lab), Danial Aitouganov (Zomer), Marie Adam-Leenaerdt Credits: ANDAM The 37th edition of the ANDAM prize, led by Nathalie Dufour, has revealed its list of finalists for 2026. The five finalists for the Grand Prix (300,000 euros) and the Special Prize (100,000 euros) are: Egonlab, Fidan Novruzova, Marie Adam-Leenaerdt, Pauline Dujancourt and Zomer. The three finalists for the Pierre Bergé Prize (100,000 euros) are: Anthony Calydon, Boyarovskaya and […]

Artificial Intelligence From left to right, Ismael Gandarillas Pérez and Ricardo García, co-founders of Flipflow alongside Mario Rodríguez. Credits: Angels Capital. Madrid – Valencia-based startup Flipflow, a market analytics firm specialising in the retail sector, announced this week that it has successfully completed a three million euro funding round. This injection of funds will allow the company to accelerate the technological development of its solutions for the retail […]

Gymshark and R.A.D footwear collection Credits: Gymshark British activewear brand Aybl has become embroiled in a legal dispute between its founders and one of its largest shareholders. Lewis Morgan, a co-founder of Gymshark who invested 7 million pounds in Aybl in 2021 in exchange for a 20 percent stake, is reportedly suing brothers Reiss and Kristian Edgerton over his departure from the business, according to The Times. Morgan alleges he was removed from the company under unfair circumstances […]

Saks 2024 holiday windows Credits: Saks by Luis Guillén Former Saks Global chief executive officer Richard Baker has objected to the retailer’s proposed Chapter 11 reorganisation plan, potentially prompting what could result in a lengthy legal battle as the company moves towards emerging from bankruptcy. In a filing with the US Bankruptcy Court in Houston, Baker, who oversaw Saks Global during its 2.7 billion dollar acquisition of Neiman Marcus before departing as the company filed for […]

LMA Fashion Show 2026 Credits: Andra Marta Babre The annual fashion show of the Art Academy of Latvia drew a large audience to Hanzas Perons on 29 May, showcasing 26 collections that explored the intersection of identity, craftsmanship, technology, and sustainability. Held for the 33rd time, the event featured work from undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral-level designers, reflecting the academy’s emphasis on conceptual fashion practice and contemporary design research. Organisers described […]

Manish Malhotra and Michael Stewart for Standing Ground Credits: Manish Malhotra / LVMH The autumn/winter 2026/2027 Haute Couture Week will take place from Monday, July 6 to Thursday, July 9, 2026. It welcomes two new houses: Manish Malhotra and Standing Ground, blending the power of Indian luxury with young London-based design. Manish Malhotra: Bollywood aesthetic comes to Paris Haute Couture Week On Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at 8pm CET, Indian designer Manish Malhotra will make his first […]

Credits: Textile Institute The Textile Institute has announced an intensive short course designed to provide a comprehensive overview of textile materials, manufacturing processes and product performance for professionals working across the textile and apparel sector. The programme is aimed at individuals involved in textile production, research and development, product development and commercial operations. Participants will explore the properties, production methods and applications of […]

Credits: BrandAlley Online off-price fashion retailer BrandAlley has been acquired out of administration in a pre-pack sale, allowing the business to continue trading under new ownership. Administrators from BDO were appointed to BrandAlley UK on 29 May before completing an immediate sale of the business and most of its assets to BrandAlley International Limited, a newly formed company described as unconnected to the previous owner. The deal brings an end to a lengthy strategic review, which […]

Oxford Street, London. Credits: Unsplash. Westminster City Council has said it will no longer pursue a judicial review of plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street, reducing the potential for a major legal battle over one of London's most significant regeneration projects. The scheme, backed by London mayor Sadiq Khan, will see traffic removed from the area between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street, with the first section expected to become traffic-free later this summer. The project is […]

Shein at BHV Marais Credits: F. Julienne France's fraud authority has issued two fines to Shein totalling over 22 million euros (25.56 million dollars), it announced on Wednesday. The authority cited failures related to product traceability, environmental claims, withdrawal periods and delivery times. The institution, which reports to the French Ministry of Finance, has increased the total penalties imposed on the Asian fashion giant in France in recent years. These now amount to over 210 […]

Sports Direct Helsinki store. Credits: Sports Direct. Sports Direct has expanded into the Nordics with a new store in Helsinki, Finland. The Frasers Group-owned retailer has selected a 30,000 square foot site in Helsinki Citycenter Mall for its regional debut, as it continues to grow its international footprint. Over two floors, the store will offer an extensive range of sports and lifestyle brands across menswear, womenswear, and kidswear, including collections from the likes of Nike, […]

Donald Trump Credits: The White House. The US has threatened 60 economies with new tariffs for failing to prevent imports of products made with alleged forced labour or for inadequately enforcing existing import bans. The Office of the US Trade Representative announced this late on Tuesday evening (local time). Consequently, the European Union (EU), the UK and Switzerland, as well as countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America, Canada and China, can expect additional tariffs of between 10 and […]

Jacquemus x Nike x FFF Credits: Nike Jacquemus has signed a deal with Nike and the Fédération Française de Football (FFF) to create a lifestyle fashion capsule. The collection will accompany Les Bleus, featuring players like Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, Désiré Doué and Marcus Thuram, during the 2026 Football World Cup. On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, the French national football team will play its first match against the African Cup champions, Senegal. On that day, all eyes will be on […]

Terrence Zhou of Bad Binch TongTong, winner of the third annual CFDA | Genesis House AAPI Design + Innovation Grant. Credits: CFDA / Genesis House. The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has unveiled the 10 finalists of its 2026 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund (CVFF). This year’s finalists are Aisling Camps; Amir Taghi; Terrence Zhou of Bad Binch Tongtong; Emily Dawn Long; Jamie Haller; Julia Ferentinos of Juju Vera; Zane Li of Lii; George Inaki of Milamore; Claire Sullivan of Miss […]

Victoria Beckham Fall Winter 2026, Ready to Wear at Paris Fashion Week (March 2026) Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Victoria Beckham has opened the first US store of her eponymous brand at Bal Harbour Shops in Miami. The designer shared details of the opening on her Instagram account, where she said the location was intended to serve as an extension of the brand’s Mayfair flagship boutique in London. It marks the first time a store outside of London will offer both fashion and a […]

Olymp unveils its exclusive 2026 matchday polo shirt collection. Credits: OLYMP OLYMP Bezner KG is no longer known solely for high-quality businesswear. Today, the internationally established fashion brand based in Bietigheim-Bissingen (Ludwigsburg district, Baden-Württemberg, Germany) is equally synonymous with hybrid looks and relaxed casual styles. This includes the polo shirt as an absolute essential of men’s fashion. To mark the upcoming global sporting event, this versatile key piece […]

Future Snoops Credits: Future Snoops. It’s never really been absent. And yet the same assumption continues to shape how it’s approached: “It doesn’t sell.” But what if the story isn’t the color itself—but the way it’s been framed? Join us for a live 30-minute discussion unpacking one of fashion’s most debated shades, why perception around it is shifting, and what that means for brands now. Speakers Joanne Thomas · Director of Color, Future Snoops Robbie Sinclair · VP of […]

José Ignacio Goirigolzarri Tellaeche, Inditex's next independent director. Credits: CaixaBank. Madrid – Following the publication of its first quarter 2026 results, Inditex has called its investors to the 2026 Annual General Meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, July 7. During the meeting, the appointment of José Ignacio Goirigolzarri Tellaeche as a new independent director on the Inditex Board of Directors will be proposed. Goirigolzarri is the former chief executive officer of BBVA and former […]

Credits: Source Fashion Source Fashion’s interactive destination, Fashion Deconstructed, will return for the July 2026 edition with an expanded programme of live demonstrations, practical workshops and educational sessions designed to reconnect the fashion industry with the craft, skills and processes behind responsible production. Taking place from 7–9 July at Excel London, Fashion Deconstructed will bring together experts in garment repair, textile craftsmanship, ethical fashion design […]

Credits: C2 Fashion Studio Something has shifted in the way people relate to fashion. Not dramatically, not overnight — but with the kind of quiet persistence that signals a genuine cultural change rather than a passing reaction. After years of acceleration, digital saturation, and relentless novelty, consumers are no longer asking for more. They’re asking for better. For coherence, direction, and things that hold up — in the wardrobe, in the home, in the daily decisions that accumulate […]

Credits: Skechers The popular Skechers Hands Free Slip-Ins technology is now also available in sandals, providing even more comfort for everyday summer wear. The Reggae Slim collection combines an airy, lightweight feel with easy, hands-free entry and a secure fit. The campaign is supported by singer Vanessa Mai, who perfectly captures the collection's ethos: “For me, comfort means freedom.” When temperatures rise, lightweight and uncomplicated footwear is in demand. This can be found in […]

Credits: Rituals The new 170 m2 space will provide shoppers with an immersive journey through Rituals’ distinctive range of luxurious bath, body, and home products, all thoughtfully designed to inspire moments of mindfulness and self-care in everyday life. The launch represents a significant milestone in Rituals’ ongoing UK growth strategy, underscoring the brand’s dedication to delivering luxury wellbeing experiences in high footfall leisure retail locations. Rituals’ arrival further […]

Asda's new George concept store. Credits: Asda. UK-based supermarket group Asda has announced its first quarter financial results for the three-month period ending March 31, 2026, highlighting a steady stabilization across its core operations under its Formula for Growth turnaround plan. Total revenues, excluding fuel sales, reached 5 billion pounds for the first quarter, representing a modest decline of 1.5 percent year-over-year. Despite the slight top-line contraction, the group […]

Fine Chaos FW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Fine Chaos is closing five years after its launch and will celebrate one last time during Copenhagen Fashion Week. The Danish fashion brand, founded in early 2021 by Ludvig Isaksen and creative director Marc Møllerskov, will cease operations in August. Isaksen announced the news in an email to FashionUnited. “The vision we set for ourselves in 2021 was one of the most important things in my life, and I am proud of what we have built,” […]

Marine Serre x Under Armour Credits: Marine Serre x Under Armour Under Armour and Marine Serre are joining forces. The US sportswear group and the French fashion brand are launching a joint capsule collection, as both companies announced on Tuesday. Marking Under Armour's 30th anniversary, this is the company's first collaboration with another fashion brand. Launching on June 5, the collection draws on Under Armour's sportswear archive from the 2000s. It is particularly inspired by the key […]

Debenhams at Graduate Fashion Week 2025 Credits: Graduate Fashion Week UK online retail group Boohoo Group plc, which operates as Debenhams Group, reported a return to growth for its first quarter ended May 31, 2026. The company experienced an acceleration in its multi-year turnaround momentum, with group gross merchandise value, or GMV, increasing by 0.5 percent year-over-year. Trading during May was notably strong, achieving GMV growth of approximately 8 percent. This performance was […]

Óscar García Maceiras, chief executive officer of Inditex, during the presentation of the annual results for the 2025 financial year, on March 11, 2026. Credits: Inditex. Madrid – Spanish fashion multinational Inditex group reported its results for the first quarter of 2026 earlier today. The company, which owns chains such as Zara, Bershka and Massimo Dutti, completed the three-month period from February 1 to April 30 by recording its best first-quarter results in its history. According […]

Violaine Gressier Credits: Conde Nast US media company Condé Nast announced the appointment of Violaine Gressier as chief business officer for France, effective June 22, 2026. Based in the Paris office of Condé Nast and reporting to Elizabeth Herbst-Brady, the chief revenue officer of Condé Nast, Gressier will oversee all revenue activities across the portfolio of the company in France. Her remit includes titles such as Vogue France, GQ, Vanity Fair and AD. In this role, Gressier will lead […]

British Land Credits: British Land British Land has appointed Joanne McNamara as its new chief executive officer, succeeding Simon Carter, who is stepping down after 18 years with the company, including the last five as CEO. McNamara joins from Oxford Properties, where she currently serves as executive vice president, Europe. Oxford Properties is the global real estate investment, development and management arm of the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS), one of Canada's […]

Clothing needs protection. Credits: Ravi Sharma / Unsplash The “Mould Crisis” of 2026 is a direct byproduct of the extended maritime detour around the Cape of Good Hope, which has become a semi-permanent fixture due to the 2026 Strait of Hormuz (SoH) closure and continued Red Sea instability. What began as a logistical delay has evolved into a quality assurance nightmare, particularly for shipments originating in high-humidity hubs like Bangladesh, Vietnam and Indonesia. The Financial […]

A Marimekko store Image: Marimekko Finnish textile group Marimekko Corporation has appointed a new executive as part of a structural reform. On Tuesday, the company announced the appointment of Karolin Stjerna as chief operating officer (COO), supply chain. The 41-year-old will take on the newly created position on June 8, join the company's management team and will report directly to CEO and president Tiina Alahuhta-Kasko. She will be responsible for the supply chain, including product […]

Credits: Monta A customer orders a dress on Monday morning for a birthday on Wednesday. On Tuesday evening, she realises she won’t be home for the delivery. What follows is a familiar sequence: an email to customer service, frustration and, in the worst case, a return that could have been avoided. In fashion e-commerce, the post-purchase phase is often the weakest part of the customer journey. Logistics partner Monta addresses this with MontaTracking 2.0, a solution that goes far beyond a […]

A Victoria's Secret store Image: Victoria's Secret US lingerie retailer Victoria’s Secret & Co. exceeded its own targets and analysts' expectations in the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year. The management subsequently raised its full-year forecast on Tuesday. In the 13 weeks to May 2, the parent company of the Victoria’s Secret, Pink and Adore Me brands generated sales of 1.56 billion dollars. This represented an increase of 15.3 percent compared to the same quarter last […]

Dobell Credits: Dobell via Facebook UK-based business growth expert Champions (UK) plc (Champions) has announced a new global partnership with menswear e-commerce brand Dobell. The deal, which includes a significant equity investment from Champions, marks a new chapter for both organisations. Champions will provide its full-service expertise in strategy, digital marketing and brand development as the British-designed menswear brand continues to expand its presence in key global markets. […]

Artificial intelligence AI-generated image by Modelia. / Iván Rodríguez, ceo and co-founder of Modelia. Credits: Modelia. Madrid – Modelia, the Spanish international business-to-business (B2B) platform specialising in AI-generated image creation and management for the fashion industry, has announced the successful completion of a 1.2 million dollar seed funding round. The capital will be used to drive and further scale its operations, with the US currently standing as its largest […]

Interview Simon Collins — fashion industry executive, educator, and professor at Tsinghua University. Credits: Simon Collins Buenos Aires - For fashion students dreaming of launching their own label after graduation, the industry has never been more accessible — or more competitive. Today, young creatives can build a brand directly from their phones, promote collections through social media, connect with manufacturers online and even use artificial intelligence to create campaigns […]

Credits: Asics Asics is proud to launch the SKY ELITE™ FF 4 indoor shoe, designed to deliver more energy to move body and mind. The SKY ELITE™ FF 4 indoor shoe has been engineered with advanced technology for players to experience soft, responsive cushioning and a supportive fit that provides increased support for jumping power and absorb impact. The SKY ELITE™ FF 4 is designed to support greater vertical jumping and confident movement, giving players the support to feel at their best. […]

Credits: Bleckmann Bleckmann, a specialist in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, is taking over the logistics operations of Beetronics, a specialist in display solutions for specialized industries and professional applications. Beetronics has chosen Bleckmann for its operational reliability and extensive international experience. The company serves specialist industries and professional applications across Europe and North America. Fulfilment at that scale calls for a […]

For illustrative purposes Credits: Pexels The surge in oil prices following the Iran war fuelled inflation in the Eurozone in May. Consumer prices rose by 3.2 percent year-on-year. This was announced by the statistics office Eurostat in Luxembourg on Tuesday, according to an initial estimate. In April, the inflation rate stood at 3.0 percent. Economists had, on average, expected this development. The European Central Bank (ECB) is aiming for a medium-term annual inflation rate of two percent. […]

Credits: ZIMMERMANN For Cruise 2027, ZIMMERMANN explores dualities – the outsiders and the establishment, utility and opulence, grit and glamour – and the refreshing arrival of a bold new energy, inspired by an audacious moment in sporting history. “One of my most vivid memories as a kid was watching Australia II win the 1983 America’s Cup. It was one of those rare moments that swept the whole country up in a brilliant wave of joy and pride. Like a good film, the story had it all: the […]

The 'On Squad Race' final between France, Italy and Spain, on May 29, 2026 at Montjuïc castle in Barcelona, Spain. Credits: On. Madrid – On Running, or simply On for true sports enthusiasts, celebrated the final of its ‘On Squad Race’ initiative in Barcelona this past weekend, featuring teams from France, Italy and Spain. The relay competition has been promoted globally by the brand. FashionUnited had the privilege of participating first-hand, an experience that provided the perfect […]

Credits: Louis Vuitton The Louis Vuitton Spring-Summer 2027 Men's Pre-Collection by Men's Creative Director Pharrell Williams braves the elements. Acclimatising to varying weather, a versatile wardrobe for the travelling man adapts to the fluctuating forecasts that frame a life lived between continents and capitals. Multifaceted garments and accessories are conceived for a suitcase packed for changeable climates and dynamic dress codes. Tailored to both types of transitions, they assume the […]

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Fashion Marketing and Promotion - IED Madrid Credits: IED Istituto Europeo di Design is marking its 60th anniversary with recognition from the prestigious Compasso d’Oro, one of the design industry’s most respected awards. The honour comes as IED celebrates six decades of design education and launches a series of initiatives under the theme “Plural Intelligences,” a concept that explores how different forms of knowledge, creativity, and innovation can work […]

Credits: Bleckmann Although second-hand fashion has become a global phenomenon, the patterns of adoption and growth vary significantly across regions. The US, the UK and continental Europe together account for the majority of the global resale market, but each is evolving in its own way, shaped by local culture, consumer behaviour and policy. United States: scale and regulatory momentum The US is the world’s largest and most mature resale market, representing roughly 40% of global […]

Trapstar Credits: Trapstar blog UK streetwear label Trapstar has been placed on an insolvency marketplace as the business seeks a buyer to navigate working capital challenges, according to a report by London-based business publication City AM. The fashion house was founded in 2005. It achieved global prominence by pioneering the drop retail model, utilising short-notice social media announcements to release limited-edition collections and generate consumer demand. The brand attracted a […]

Adebayo Oke-Lawalhe wants to create pieces that explored humanity, identity, vulnerability, and the complexity of being African beyond generalisations. Credits: Michael Oshai via Orange Culture Fashion, for Adebayo Oke-Lawal, did not begin with the idea of building a brand. It began much earlier, in observation—in watching how people around him expressed themselves through clothing, but also how much remained hidden underneath it. Growing up in Nigeria, he became aware early on of the […]

Kié Lee for Wildside Yohji Yamamoto Vol. 5Credits: Kié Einzelgänger Basel-born Kié Lee founded her label Kié Einzelgänger in New York in 2016, before relocating to Antwerp. Now in her 30s, she feels right at home among the spheres of Raf Simons, Ann Demeulemeester, and Jurgi Persoons. Parallels can be drawn with her own designs. Lee draws creative strength from solitude. It shows in the pervasive use of black in her oeuvre, and strong silhouettes that do the talking. This visual language […]

Gianfranco D'Attis Credits: Kering, ph Foto Studio Internazionale Gianfranco D'Attis is the new CEO of Alexander McQueen, effective June 3, 2026. D'Attis will report to Luca de Meo, chief executive officer of Kering, and will be based in London. The manager has over 25 years of international experience in the luxury sector, with a solid track record in brand development, retail excellence and customer engagement in key markets. Most recently, he held the role of chief executive officer at […]

Portrait de Joannes Soënen. Crédit photo : Camaieu CEO profile When Joannes Soënen took the helm of Jules in June 2023, the French menswear chain was carrying the weight of a recent cyberattack, a shrinking top line and a store network that had aged out of step with its customers. Roughly two years later, the business he describes as having undergone "a rapid turnaround between 2023 and 2024" was back to nearly 470 million euros in revenue and entering a phase of consolidation. Soënen has […]