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Newbie storefront. Credits: Newbie. Swedish brand Newbie has announced plans to open six new stores in the UK throughout the course of 2025, bringing its store count in the region to 13. The label, owned by the Kappahl Group, is currently undergoing an international expansion plan, which zones in on establishing a presence in key markets to meet increased demand. The first of the new stores is expected to open on May 22 in The Glades Shopping Centre, Bromley. This will then be followed by a […]

Adidas' Terrex Agravic Gore-Tex shoes. Credits: Adidas / Gore-Tex. Background The crackdown on PFAS in functional clothing has been widespread in recent years, particularly as their harm to both the environment and humans becomes more broadly researched. It has forced leaders in the outerwear and sportswear industry to rethink their approach to implementing practical features into their designs, and has seen many facing legal pressures over their seemingly slow response to change. W.L. Gore […]

Credits: Black Street Style Dandies/©Launchmetrics/spotlight As everyone knows, the theme of this year’s Metropolitan Museum Costume Institute Exhibition is ‘Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.’ As recently reported by fashionunited.com, “The term ‘dandy’ refers to an individual who “studies” to dress elegantly. In the 18th century, it was the fashion in high society to dandify Black male servants. It later became a tool for Black people to reclaim their identity through both […]

Commemorative video for Zara's 50th anniversary, directed by Steven Meisel and starring 50 iconic models from the fashion world. Credits: Zara, Screenshot. May 9, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the opening of the first Zara store. Inditex and the fashion chain are celebrating this event with the renovation of the first store and the release of a video directed by Steven Meisel, featuring 50 iconic models, including Amber Valletta, Twiggy, Carla Bruni, Cindy Crawford, Linda Evangelista, […]

Credits: Levi's Denim brand Levi Strauss & Co. has filed a legal complaint against Premier Brands Group (PBG) in which it claims the New York-based firm had carried out a “large-scale counterfeit trafficking operation” that infringed on its trademarks. In a filing with the California Northern District Court (case number 3:25-cv-03863), seen and initially reported on by the San Francisco Chronicle, it is alleged that PBG, its CEO Alan Chartash and several other defendants had knowingly […]

Credits: Textiles Recycling Expo The upcoming Textiles Recycling Expo, taking place on 4–5 June 2025 at Brussels Expo, was introduced during a press conference this week at the Press Club Brussels. The event brought together industry associations, sustainability experts, and EU policy stakeholders to discuss the opportunities and urgent challenges facing Europe’s textile sector in its move toward a circular economy. The press conference marked a key milestone ahead of the expo, with […]

Marcolin headquarters Credits: Marcolin Revenue for Italian eyewear company Marcolin increased by 1.2 percent in the first quarter, reaching 147.3 million dollars, compared to the first quarter of 2024 at current exchange rates (plus 2.0 percent at constant perimeter). The margin recorded in the first three months of 2025 was positive: adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) amounted to 26.3 million dollars, up 2.3 percent compared to the same period in […]

No Problemo x Le Specs Credits: Courtesy No Problemo Le Specs, the Australian eyewear label known for its accessible edge, has entered a bold new collaboration with No Problemo—the subversive offshoot of London streetwear brand Aries. The resulting capsule collection, which debuted this month, marks the first creative partnership between the two labels and signals a move toward more sculptural, experimental eyewear. The four-piece unisex range draws heavily on early-2000s racer culture and […]

Benetton's Castrette facility Credits: Courtesy of Benetton Benetton’s losses were more than halved compared to the previous year, amounting to just under 100 million euros, an improvement of 57.5 percent year-over-year (YoY). In 2023, this was 235 million euros. The net financial position improved by approximately 50 million euros, from 460 million euros in 2023 to 411 million euros in 2024. Five pillars of chief executive officer Claudio Sforza’s plan The plan for improving efficiency […]

Arav Group will be the new licensing partner for Roberto Cavalli's childrenswear lines Image: Roberto Cavalli Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli has announced a new licensing partner for childrenswear on Thursday. According to a press release, the Italian textile group Arav Group will take responsibility for the production and distribution the collections of the Roberto Cavalli Junior and Just Cavalli Junior lines. The creative direction of the two lines will remain with the Roberto Cavalli […]

Lancaster, UK. Credits: Unsplash. Footfall took a 7.2 percent year-on-year leap in April as dates for the Easter holidays shifted from those in 2024. This was also a positive change on the 5.4 percent decrease reported in March, according to new figures by the British Retail Consortium (BRC) and Sensormatic. When considering just March and April together, and thus cancelling out the later date of Easter last year, total footfall rose by just 0.2 percent, underlining the artificially higher […]

Credits: Lacoste After showcasing its Crocodile emblem and ambassadors in grand style with last year’s PLAY BIG campaign, Lacoste unveils its new global brand campaign for 2025, celebrating the icons that define the Maison — and the iconic personalities who embody it. “PLAY WITH ICONS” celebrates the icons that lie at the heart of the Lacoste brand today: its timeless, universal pieces — and the bold personalities who wear them every day. Classics reinterpreted, icons […]

Lightbox's lab-grown diamonds. Credits: Lightbox / De Beers Group. Diamond company De Beers Group has announced plans to shutter Lightbox, its lab-grown diamond (LGD) jewellery brand. The company confirmed the news in a press release, where it stated that it wished to instead reinforce its “commitment to natural diamonds” and thus had entered into discussions with potential buyers for the sale of certain Lightbox assets. Lightbox had initially set out a linear pricing of 800 dollars per […]

CEO Steffen Strauss visited students at AUST in 2020 at the start of the collaboration Credits: Strauss German workwear specialist Strauss has created a new educational course for sustainability and textile innovation in Bangladesh. Strauss announced on Thursday that, from June, 60 students a year will be able to study for a bachelor’s degree in ‘Textile Engineering – Sustainability and Textile Innovation’ at the Ahsanullah University of Science and Technology (AUST) in Dhaka. The […]

Calvin Klein Collection, F/W 2025 runway show NYFW Credits: Calvin Klein The iconic imagery of Kate Moss in Calvin Klein campaigns and the minimalist ethos once embodied by its John Pawson-designed Manhattan flagship now feel like distant echoes of a brand increasingly defined by commercial pragmatism. This week’s announcement that Eva Serrano will depart as global brand president—widely interpreted as an involuntary exit after only two years—signals continued turbulence in PVH’s […]

Luxe Collective's Liverpool One activation. Credits: Liverpool One. British resale platform Luxe Collective has announced plans to close down its business just seven years into its lifespan. The news comes almost one year after the company faced a break-in at its warehouse, where it was reported that over 500,000 pounds in stock was stolen. Luxe Collective revealed it was closing down on its official Instagram page, where it stated: “After a year long fight after we were broken into last […]

Lucien Pages Credits: Oliver Hadlee Pearch French company Lucien Pagès Communication has merged with AIPR and created the joint venture Lucien Pagès & AIPR in the UK. Five months after its acquisition by international company The Independents, the Lucien Pagès Communication agency is implementing its expansion strategy with the creation of Lucien Pagès & AIPR. The new entity was created with London-based agency AIPR, founded by Adam Iezzi in 2005. It represents fashion, beauty and […]

New Retex sorting machine Credits: New Retex Circle-8 Textile Ecosystems has acquired its first standalone AI-powered textile sorting line from Danish firm NewRetex, in a move that signals growing momentum for automated circularity solutions in the UK fashion sector. Part-funded by the ACT UK initiative, supported by Innovate UK, the system will be deployed to sort non-reusable textiles by fibre composition, colour, and hardware elements—key barriers to recycling, reported sustainability […]

Rendering of Primark's future store in The Avenues, Kuwait. Credits: Primark. Budget retailer Primark has confirmed plans to enter the Middle East via a new partnership with retail franchise operator, Alshaya Group. The duo, which had first announced their strategic partnership in 2024, are planning to open four stores across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The openings will start with a new store at The Avenues, Kuwait, which will debut in October 2025. This will then be followed […]

Mothercare storefront Credits: Mothercare Mothercare plc has issued a pre-close trading update for the 52-week period ending March 29, 2025 reporting unaudited retail sales of 231 million pound, an 18 percent decline from the previous year, primarily due to ongoing challenges in Middle Eastern markets. Adjusted EBITDA is expected to be approximately 3.5 million pounds, aligning with market expectations, but down from 6.9 million pounds in the prior year. Chairman Clive Whiley emphasized the […]

The RealReal shop-in-shop at Saks. Credits: The RealReal x Saks The RealReal, online marketplace for resale luxury goods, reported a 9 percent increase in gross merchandise value (GMV), reaching 490 million dollars, and an 11 percent rise in total revenue, totalling 160 million dollars. The company achieved a net income of 62 million dollars, or 39 percent of total revenue, a turnaround from a net loss of 31 million dollars in the first quarter of 2024. Adjusted EBITDA improved to 4.1 million […]

Documentary Let Them Be Naked Credits: Courtesy Earth Conscious Life + Inside Out LLC As pressure mounts on the fashion industry to confront its environmental and health impacts, designer Jeff Garner is offering a personal—and urgent—call to action. His award-winning documentary Let Them Be Naked will stream globally for the first time this Mother’s Day weekend (8–11 May), in memory of his mother, Peggy Lynn Garner, whose death from cancer he links to the synthetic toxins commonly […]

Chanel boutique in Dubai. Credits: FashionUnited. By 2040, Chanel is expected to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain. With this goal, the company aligns itself with the Paris Agreement signed in 2015, which aims in particular to keep global warming well below 2°C compared to pre-industrial levels by 2100. But what about the other luxury giants? FashionUnited takes stock of the environmental objectives of six of the world's largest luxury groups. Chanel to […]

Wolverine Worldwide Credits: Wolverine Worldwide via Business Wire Wolverine Worldwide reported positive financial results for the first quarter of 2025, showcasing a turnaround driven by strong performance from its Merrell and Saucony brands. The company achieved a 4.4 percent year-over-year increase in total revenue, reaching 412.3 million dollars, with ongoing business revenue up 5.5 percent to 412.3 million dollars. This growth was primarily fuelled by Merrell and Saucony, which saw […]

Liam Ives, a senior materials scientist at Solena Materials, creates fibres from synthetic proteins. Credits: Jack Taylor. Biomaterials company Solena Materials, which is currently developing novel protein fibers for high-performance apparel, has raised 6.7 million dollars in seed funding. The investment round was supported by investors including Sir David Harding, SynBioVen, and Insempra. Leveraging AI-driven protein design, the Solena Materials engineers custom fibers that combine […]

Shein bans fur and exotic animal skins on its marketplace Credits: Jeremy Bishop on Unsplash Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein has banned the sale of fur and wild-animal skins across its online marketplace platform, adding third-party sellers to its company-wide policy. Shein’s updated ban covers any items made from the skins or feathers of all animals considered to be “exotic”, including ostrich feathers, alligators, and snakes. The decision comes after People for the Ethical Treatment […]

Keir Starmer, head of the Labour party and UK prime minister. Credits: Gov.uk. The US and the UK have struck up a trade agreement during what government officials say is a “historic day” that aims to “boost trade between and across our countries”. In the Oval Office, US president Donald Trump was joined via phone by UK prime minister Keir Starmer for a press conference announcing the new deal. With it, according to Trump, the UK has agreed to “release or reduce numerous non-tariff […]

Consumers shopping at a mall Credits: null Retail sales increased across the United States in April, as consumers stocked up on goods to avoid the impending higher prices set to come with tariffs, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, published by the National Retail Federation. “Spending rose again in April, driven largely by consumers continuing to pull purchases forward to stay ahead of tariffs that will inevitably lead to higher prices,” said Matthew Shay, CEO and NRF President, in […]

Africa's second-hand clothing market Credits: Courtesy SMART Africa has become a critical player in the global secondhand clothing market, offering a fast-growing outlet for pre-owned apparel exports while highlighting tensions between economic necessity and industrial ambition. Driven by affordability, style diversity, and sustainability concerns, the continent’s demand for secondhand garments—often sourced from Europe and North America—continues to rise. According to SMART (Secondary […]

New Balance Grey Days Credits: Courtesy New Balance For footwear aficionados, the muted elegance of New Balance’s signature grey transcends mere sneakers. Born in the 1980s from a pursuit of the ultimate urban running shoe, the understated hue has become synonymous with the brand’s commitment to craftsmanship, quality, and a certain quietly confident independence that resonates far beyond the track. This week sees New Balance bring this legacy to life in the heart of London’s Seven […]

Bank of England branch. Credits: Unsplash The Bank of England's latest modest interest rate reduction provides a marginal easing of financial pressures for the UK fashion sector, which has been navigating a tough economic climate and increased taxation. This move could offer a slight boost to consumer confidence and potentially lower borrowing costs for retailers and brands already experiencing squeezed discretionary spending. However, the Bank's cautious stance on future rate adjustments, as […]

Calvin Klein store in Düsseldorf. Credits: Miguel Jimenez PVH-owned Calvin Klein has appointed David Savman to the role of global brand president. He will succeed Eva Serrano, who is to remain at the label until the end of 2025 to support the transition as an advisor. Savman has been with PVH since 2022, initially taking on the role of interim CEO for the group’s European operations. In this role, Savman was credited with repositioning the region for growth, PVH said. His most recent […]

Niccolò Pasqualetti Credits: Laura Marie Cieplik Niccolò Pasqualetti is the next guest designer at Pitti Uomo. The Tuscan designer will present his SS26 collection during the 108th edition of the Florentine menswear trade fair, Pitti Immagine announced on Thursday. For this edition, he joins Korean brand Post Archive Faction and Japanese label Homme Plissé Issey Miyake, the guest of honour of the same name, who will present their creations between June 17 and 20 in and around the Fortezza […]

Rita Intimates Credits: Annemarie Kuus In Pictures Paris - Valentine Cascailh, creator of the Rita Intimates concept, opened a pop-up store recently in Paris. Rita Intimates brings an eco-responsible approach, featuring second-hand lingerie and underwear (knickers and bras) from unsold collections and adds to that the benevolence of the ‘female gaze’. The female gaze is the art of a new generation of women reclaiming their bodies, looking back at the years during which men seized them to […]

Samsøe Samsøe presents Madeline Argy as the face of its Pre-Autumn 2025 campaign. Credits: Samsøe Samsøe Samsøe Samsøe presents Madeline Argy as the face of its Pre-Autumn 2025 campaign. The British talent attends the Danish brand’s surreal ‘SUMMER CAMP’, exploring the styles of the collection alongside notable summer camp activities. As a consequence, the campaign seeks to both encapsulate and re-evaluate the spirit of high summer by breaking it down to its central signifiers in […]

Credits: Kate Spade New York by Nico Froehlich Tapestry outperformed in the third quarter of the current financial year, with a revenue increase driven by constant currency growth seen both at its Coach brand and across the European region. Over the period ended March 29, 2025, the company, which also owns Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman, posted a revenue of 1.58 billion dollars, representing an 8 percent constant currency growth on the year prior. Coach was the only brand within the portfolio […]

Crocs headquarters in Broomfield Credits: Crocs Inc. Crocs, Inc. has announced its first-quarter 2025 financial results, surpassing expectations despite a challenging global environment. However, due to the unpredictable nature of the current global trade environment and consumer uncertainty, Crocs has decided to withdraw its full-year 2025 guidance. The company reported consolidated revenues of 937 million dollars, remaining flat year-over-year but marking a 1.4 percent increase on a constant […]

Credits: OLAF Speak ya clout is a series of heart to heart conversations, exclusively found at BSTN Chronicles. From insiders of the fashion business to blazers of new trails and creative forces from other industries, topics vary for each conversation. This time, Hussein, the founder of OLAF – Our Life As Friends – takes us behind the scenes of the brand, its philosophy, and the new Spring/Summer ’25 collection. On the original motivation behind creating the label: “The original […]

Pinterest Wedding Trend Report Credits: Pinterest Social media platform Pinterest’s annual wedding trends report has revealed that brides-to-be are incorporating rich colours, unique personal touches and timeless elegance for their wedding day, as Gen Z continues to shake up the wedding landscape. According to Pinterest, brides are embracing the return of 90s dress silhouettes, colourful engagement rings, chocolate brown decor and surreal florals, as minimalism takes a backseat to make space […]

Beyond Retro partners with ThredUp, campaign imagery. Credits: Beyond Retro / ThredUp. Vintage retailer Beyond Retro is bringing its offering to the US for the first time. The London-based clothing store chain has partnered with American resale platform ThredUp to roll out a collection in the region. With this, ThredUp has launched 17,000 vintage and vintage-inspired pieces curated in collaboration with Beyond Retro on its site, many exhibited via stylistic edits. The new partnership […]

In Pictures Rixo x Dragon Diffusion collaboration Credits: Rixo British vintage-inspired fashion brand Rixo has unveiled an accessories collaboration with Dragon Diffusion, celebrating the art of traditional weaving. The seven-piece limited-edition collection is currently available for pre-order on Rixo’s website, ahead of its launch on May 12 and features belts and handbags crafted from leather. Orlagh McCloskey, chief executive and co-founder of Rixo, said in a statement: “We’re […]

Retail crime Credits: Pexels Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster Pat McFadden has announced a 16 million pound cyber security scheme following targeted attacks on Marks & Spencer, Harrods and Co-Op over the past few weeks. Speaking at the CyberUK conference this week, McFadden said “cybersecurity is not a luxury but an absolute necessity”, adding that the recent attacks on UK businesses “should serve as a wake-up call” up and down the UK. Despite this, a press release later […]

Beauty L’Oréal logo Credits: L’Oréal Beauty company L’Oréal has appointed Delphine Viguier-Hovasse to the newly created position of chief innovation and prospective officer to strengthen the group’s innovation leadership. Viguier-Hovasse, a trained engineer, joined L’Oréal back in 1997 and currently serves as global brand president of L’Oréal Paris. She will take up her new role on July 1. The new executive committee-level role has been established “to further […]

Rachel Eyre, chief customer officer at Asda Credits: Asda Supermarket chain Asda has named former Morrisons’ executive Rachel Eyre as its new chief customer officer. Eyre joins from Morrisons, where she was previously chief customer and marketing officer, and will be responsible for Asda’s customer service, brand, marketing, digital and PR activities. Prior to joining Morrisons in 2021, Eyre held various senior marketing and commercial roles with Sainsbury’s and Barclays. Eyre will join […]

ThredUp campaign. Credits: ThredUp media centre Resale platform ThredUp reported a “record” quarterly revenue for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. With this, the company said it would be raising its full year outlook as it continued to drive improvements in its product experience, CEO James Reinhart said. Over the period, revenue reached 71.3 million dollars, a 10 percent year-over-year increase for the company. Its gross profit came to 56.4 million dollars, up 9 percent, while its […]

In Pictures Cambridge Satchel Edinburgh store Credits: Cambridge Satchel British leather accessories brand Cambridge Satchel has returned to Edinburgh with the opening of its fifth UK retail location. The 516 square foot store in the Scottish capital is located between the historic Princes and George Streets, and follows the opening of Cambridge Satchel’s Covent Garden, Cambridge, Leeds and Windsor locations, under the direction of the brand’s chief executive Carine De […]

Credits: Mister Spex Mister Spex SE experienced a decline in turnover in the first quarter of the 2025 financial year. In the quarter ending in March, revenues fell 13 percent year-on-year to 44.7 million euros, according to a quarterly report published on Thursday. The Berlin-based eyewear retailer attributes this loss to the continued implementation of the ‘SpexFocus’ strategy. This includes a price repositioning and the reduction of discounts. Store closures and inefficient online […]

H&M summer 2025 campaign image Credits: H&M H&M Group has taken a minority stake in Centra to power the fashion-focused e-commerce platform provider’s “next phase of global growth”. In a statement, Centra said the strategic investment from H&M Group, which includes H&M, Cos, Arket, & Other Stories and Weekday, will allow the e-commerce platform “to continue optimising its platform” and accelerate research and development efforts across its direct-to-consumer […]

Vince corner in the Neiman Marcus Credits: Vince via Facebook American luxury apparel and accessories retailer Vince Holding reported improved profitability and gross margin in its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended February 1, 2025, despite continued softness in its direct-to-consumer (DTC) segment. In the fourth quarter, the company posted net sales of 80 million dollars, marking a 6.2 percent increase year-over-year. This growth was primarily driven by strength in the Vince wholesale […]

Production facility at the headquarters in Lenzing Image: Lenzing AG, Photographer: Franz Neumayr Austrian fibre manufacturer Lenzing AG started fiscal year 2025 with increased sales, despite difficult market conditions. The company also benefited in the first quarter from the effects of its extensive cost-cutting measures and was able to return to profitability. According to a statement released on Thursday, group sales for the period from January to March amounted to 690.2 million euros, an […]

Image: About You Hamburg-based online fashion retailer About You Holding SE presented its results for the financial year 2024/25, shortly before its planned takeover by competitor Zalando. On Thursday, the e-commerce specialist announced that it had met its forecasts with an increase in sales and progress in earnings. In the past financial year, which ended at the end of February, group sales reached approximately two billion dollars, the highest in the company's history. Revenues increased by […]

Primark Livorno store in Italy Credits: Primark Fashion retailer Primark, known for its affordable clothing and homeware, is investing 40 million euros to grow its Italian store footprint as it looks to expand across the country. The investment will see Primark opening five new stores in Rome, Biella, Perugia and two in Naples, bringing its Italian store count to 26. These new stores will also create 700 new jobs. Luca Ciuffreda, director of Primark Italy, said in a statement: “I’m so […]

Hurr x Deliveroo campaign image Credits: Morgane Maurice for Deliveroo and Hurr British delivery service Deliveroo has been snapped up in a 2.9 billion pound acquisition by US commerce platform DoorDash, which is looking to expand its operations. The enlarged group will now have a presence in over 40 countries, generating a total gross order value of around 90 billion dollars, according to 2024 figures. A notable part of plans for the group revolve around Deliveroo’s recent expansion beyond […]

Autry London store Credits: Shaftesbury Capital Contemporary unisex sneaker brand Autry, owned by Italian private equity group Style Capital, has opened its first store in the UK. Located at 61-63 Beak Street in Soho, London, Autry has opened a 2,600 square foot store with an immersive design that celebrates the brand's American aesthetics and sport heritage with an Italian twist. Roberta Benaglia, founder and chief executive of Style Capital, which acquired a majority stake in Autry in March […]

F&F summer campaign Credits: F&F Supermarket store Tesco has launched its clothing range F&F online to meet the “growing demand from customers” and make it “even easier and more convenient to shop”. The move will see a curated selection of F&F collections available online, through its website and Grocery and Clubcard App, including women's, men's and kids' clothing, footwear and accessories, as well as the brand’s F&F Edit, Sports and F&F Active Athleisure […]

Cecilie Bahnsen AW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The spring/summer 2026 season is fast approaching, and with it slowly comes an influx of fashion week schedules vying for the attention of industry professionals. This season, Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) is ahead of the mark, having now released the official brand line up for its August 2025 edition. Spanning August 4 to 8, the Danish fashion event will host 45 brands over its duration, each approved by the official committee, […]

Safilo headquarters Credits: Safilo Group Net sales totalled 285.8 million, up 2.2 percent at constant exchange rates for the eyewear group Safilo, in the first quarter. On May 7, the board of directors of Safilo Group spa reviewed and approved the main performance indicators for the first quarter of 2025. The company's gross industrial margin stood at 60.5 percent, up 50 basis points compared to 60.0 percent in the same period of the year prior. Its adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, […]

Andrew Ginn, CEO and principal of JCA London Fashion Academy. Credits: JCA. Andrew Ginn has been promoted to the position of chief executive officer and principal of JCA London Fashion Academy. Ginn had until now been serving in the sole position of principal since joining the institute in March 2025. In his expanded role, Ginn has been tasked with leading the Jimmy Choo Academy (JCA) at what is a “pivotal time in its evolution”, reflected in its second campus at Boston Manor House and […]

Donald Trump Credits: The White House. US President Donald Trump announced a “significant” trade agreement with a “large and highly respected country”. He announced via his online platform, Truth Social, that there would be a press conference on Thursday morning (local time). The Republican did not disclose which country it was, but reports suggest it is the UK. A British government spokesperson told the PA news agency on Thursday morning that Prime Minister Keir Starmer would provide […]

Credits: Next. British retail giant Next has posted “better than expected” results for the first quarter of 2025. In the 13 weeks to April 26, the company reported a 11.4 percent increase in full price sales, when compared to the same period of the year prior. The results were boosted by a 29.6 percent uptick in online international sales, as well as the warmer weather, which the retailer said had “benefited the sale of summer-weight clothing”. With this in mind, however, Next said […]

Update Image of fire for illustration. Credits: Pexels. In the night from May 4 to 5, the leather factory of Ecco Leather in Dongen, the Netherlands, was completely destroyed by a very large fire. The entire complex, including production and storage halls, went up in flames. This was reported by the local press, including the Brabants Dagblad and Omroep Brabant. The first flames were observed at the building on the Vierbundersweg around 21:45 CEST. The fire brigade allowed the building […]

Puma flagship store in New York City Credits: Puma SE German sportswear provider Puma SE experienced declines in revenue and earnings in the first quarter of the 2025 financial year. The sobering figures, which the company released on Thursday, were not surprising. In mid-March, Puma had already warned of weak business performance in the first weeks of the year and shortly afterwards announced the departure of its CEO Arne Freundt. Former Adidas manager Arthur Hoeld is scheduled to lead the […]

Duran Lantink is the fourteenth Mode Stipendium winner Credits: RVDA Designer Duran Lantink is the winner of the Mode Stipendium 2025. This was announced May 7 during an award ceremony in the artists' village Ruigoord, near Amsterdam. The Cultuurfonds Mode Stipendium consists of a sum of 50,000 euros, made available by an anonymous donor, and a challenge trophy designed by Atelier Ted Noten. The Dutch Fashion Foundation is a partner in the implementation of the grant and supervises the […]

Steve Madden flagship in Westfield Mall, the Netherlands Credits: So PR Apparel and footwear retailer Steve Madden reported its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, showing modest revenue growth but a decline in net income as macroeconomic uncertainty and new tariffs weigh on the business outlook. The company reported revenue of 553.5 million dollars, a slight increase from the same period last year. However, net income fell to 40.4 million dollars, or 57 cents per […]

Credits: Vinted Go. In late April, Vinted Group quietly launched its investment company, Vinted Ventures. This new organisation, managed by the leader in second-hand fashion in Europe, is dedicated to supporting resale start-ups. “Through Vinted Ventures, we support ambitious founders whose products and services provide concrete solutions, and who are ready to define the next stage of how people buy, sell and value what they own,” said Milda Jasaitė, senior director of corporate […]

Credits: Chloé Introducing Chloé à la Plage, the first high summer collection by Chemena Kamali, featuring icon and friend of the house, Claudia Schiffer, photographed by David Sims. Chloé à la Plage takes its name from the lyrical films of French New Wave director Eric Rohmer and their idyllic sun-drenched locations in the South of France. It’s an homage to Rohmer’s cinematic aesthetic and his devotion to sensual naturalism, desire, and love. It explores our sensory pleasures, […]

From left to right: Thibault Villet, Paolo Zullo and Joshua Chen take on new roles in the international business of Tory Burch Images: Tory Burch The US fashion company Tory Burch LLC has reorganised its leadership team for international business. Thibault Villet now heads the team, having been promoted to president, international director for APAC, Japan and EUME. Villet joined Tory Burch at the end of 2020 as president of APAC, heading operations in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2023, his […]

Credits: Finnegan Godenschweger The talk format ‘METAMORPHOSIS – dialogues about change’ powered by eBay will return for its third edition during the upcoming Berlin Fashion Week in July 2025. Organised by Fashion Council Germany (FCG) in partnership with eBay Germany, the event will take place from June 30 to July 3, 2025. For of four days, a diverse series of talks with national and international industry experts will focus on the core themes of circularity and creativity. Entering […]

Image of British and Indian flags Credits: AI generated The UK and India have agreed a multibillion-pound trade deal, which will reduce tariffs on clothes, footwear, and food products, to mark the biggest bilateral trade deal the UK has done since leaving the European Union. In a statement, the UK government called the deal a “huge economic win” for the UK, which it adds will “deliver for working people and British businesses” as British shoppers could see cheaper prices and more […]

Keen campaign Credits: Keen US footwear brand Keen, known for its outdoor shoes, has stated it will not implement any tariff-related price increases for the remainder of 2025. In a statement, the family-owned company said that in these unprecedented times, it has been “monitoring the landscape and listening to its partners, fans, and community,” and is dedicating itself to “lessening the impact in the areas it can control”. Rory Fuerst, founder and chief executive of Keen, wrote in an […]

Pinterest Visual Search Credits: Pinterest Pinterest is making a calculated play to shift how consumers discover and shop for fashion online, leaning into its visual-first heritage with an upgraded suite of image-based search tools. The platform’s latest product update, now live in key markets including the US, UK and Canada, positions it less as a social media outlet and more as a personalised discovery engine for fashion commerce. For an industry long dependent on keyword-based […]

In Pictures Von Dutch Loves campaign imagery Credits: Von Dutch Loves Fashion brand Von Dutch, owned by WSG (White Space Group), is introducing a new brand, ‘Von Dutch Loves’, focused on music, nightlife, and underground culture. Von Dutch Loves has been created to “evolve the legacy of the brand beyond fashion and into music,” and will celebrate music alongside the core Von Dutch brand through exclusive drops, festival partnerships, artist collaborations, and community-driven […]

Rendering of Tala store front on Carnaby Street, London Credits: Tala British activewear brand Tala, founded by influencer Grace Beverley, has confirmed that its debut retail store will open on May 24 on Carnaby Street in London. The 2,000-square-foot, double-fronted store will span two levels to showcase Tala’s complete activewear collections under one roof for the first time. The design of the store is being described as “contemporary” with “bold, brand-led features” in a […]

Veja expands range with sandals Credits: Veja The trainer brand Veja now also offers sandals. Veja announced on Wednesday that it is expanding its range with the ‘Etna’ model. Previously, the french company with Brazilian roots only offered trainers, shoe care products and accessories. The Etna sandal is a “lightweight and versatile option for warm days that has proven itself in both the city and nature”, according to the statement. They will come on the market in various colours - […]

Pandora campaign Credits: Pandora Danish jewellery brand Pandora has reported a 7 percent organic sales growth in the first three months of 2025, but states it is “actively preparing” for the impact of US tariffs. In a statement, Pandora said that its continued mission to execute its Phoenix strategy, to position Pandora as a full jewellery brand, is delivering “solid financial results”. Q1 2025 organic growth rose 7 percent to 7.35 billion Danish kroner. This comprised of […]

Seasalt campaign Credits: Seasalt Cornish clothing brand Seasalt has launched a new customer loyalty programme, which will reward customers with a new points-based scheme. Seasalt Rewards is the British retailer’s new omni-channel offering, replacing the traditional stamp card model in UK Seasalt stores with a digital mobile wallet card, to elevate the brand experience for customers. The new scheme will reward with points for all purchases, providing more personalised experiences and […]

Credits: Eton Two of Sweden’s most iconic brands, Eton and Tretorn, have joined forces for a unisex capsule collection that blends elevated tailoring with tennis inspired cues. Drawing from their shared heritage and commitment to quality, the collaboration celebrates Scandi cool at its most versatile and effortless. The Eton x Tretorn capsule is a fresh interpretation of prep classics through a sportif lens. The collection includes laid-back striped shirts, varsity-style luxurious heavy knit […]

The new Fortisyn yarn by Unifi and fabric. Credits: Unifi The problem with recycled yarns and fabrics, for many, is the assumption that a recycled yarn cannot be as strong as one made from virgin materials. Enter Unifi, maker of recycled polyester brand Repreve. The company recently launched Fortisyn, an abrasion-resistant and durable yarn that provides fabrics with enhanced tear and tensile strength, offering a robust solution for military and first-responder uniforms and tactical gear. […]

Federico Arrigoni Credits: Kering The French luxury goods group Kering has appointed new chief executive officers for its brands Brioni and Ginori 1735. Federico Arrigoni is taking over the leadership at the Italian menswear specialist Brioni, while Mehdi Benabadji is becoming the chief executive at the porcelain brand Ginori 1735, Kering announced on Tuesday evening. Both appointments took effect on May 6. Arrigoni succeeds Benabadji at Brioni, who had led the brand since 2020. The new Brioni […]

President Donald J. Trump unveiling new American tariff policies on April 2, 2025, at the White House, Washington D. C. (United States). Credits: La Maison Blanche. Since May 2, 2025, the US ended a customs rule that allowed Chinese platforms like Shein, Temu and AliExpress to flood the American market with cheap products. This abrupt end to the ‘de minimis’ regime disrupted their business model and reshaped the landscape of global online commerce. Us toughens its stance on Chinese […]

The joint Lee and Wrangler store in Berlin Image: Kontoor Brands The US apparel company Kontoor Brands Inc. kept its revenue largely stable in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025. However, negative special effects weighed on profits. In addition to the current figures, the parent company of denim brands Wrangler and Lee also presented updated annual forecasts on Tuesday. These now also take into account the financial impact of the planned takeover of outdoor outfitter Helly Hansen. According […]

Vivobarefoot VivoBiome Tabi Gen 01 sandal Credits: Vivobarefoot Footwear brand Vivobarefoot is launching the world’s first fully bespoke barefoot sandal utilising its patented 3D printed technology, designed to replicate the natural barefoot experience. Launching on May 12, the VivoBiome Tabi Gen 01 sandal aims to reinvent the flip-flop by offering a shoe shaped entirely by the wearer’s feet, utilising its bespoke Viobiome scan-to-print technology, which embraces a future of low-waste, […]

Arda’s snakeskin pattern showpiece of Been London’s Millais bag Credits: Arda Arda Biomaterials, which transforms brewery and whisky waste into novel materials, such as leather-like materials, for fashion and retail use, has raised 5.25 million US dollars to commercialise its technology leveraging plant proteins. The British-based chemistry technology company closed an oversubscribed 5.25 million US dollars (4.05 million pounds) round led by Germany’s Oyster Bay Venture Capital alongside […]

U.S. Polo Assn. 135th anniversary campaign Credits: U.S. Polo Assn. Global sports brand U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has delivered record-breaking sales in 2024, hitting 2.5 billion US dollars globally, as it gains market share in Western Europe, the Middle East and Latin America, as well as continued growth in North America. In a statement, U.S. Polo Assn. said the continued record growth was a result of it expanding its existing footprint […]

Zara store in the Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier shopping centre in Hamburg, Germany. Credits: Inditex. Inditex will open the world’s largest Zara store in Antwerp. The opening, scheduled for mid-2026, will be part of the Meir Corner project, an ambitious urban regeneration initiative that seeks to revitalise the city centre. Beyond a commercial expansion strategy, the opening aims to serve as a model of integration between retail and sustainable urban development in the current European […]

Vestiaire Collective 2025 campaign. Credits: Vestiaire Collective France - Two irreconcilable visions of have fashion clashed. On one side, Shein, a Chinese ultra-fast fashion giant, advocated for fashion “accessible to all”. On the other, Vestiaire Collective, a French pioneer of high-end second-hand fashion, denounced a toxic promise based on social exploitation, textile waste and the endangerment of an entire industrial ecosystem. “Fashion for all, misery for a few.” With this […]

Post Archive Faction (PAF) Credits: Post Archive Faction (PAF) Florentine trade show Pitti Uomo has announced that South Korean menswear brand Post Archive Faction (PAF) will be a guest designer for the upcoming 108th edition, which will take place from June 17 to 20. The South Korean avant-garde sportswear and outerwear brand, founded by young Korean designers Dongjoon Lim and Sookyo Jeong, will stage a special event “conceived specifically for Pitti Uomo and its international audience”. […]

Kaia Gerber, new brand ambassador for Mango Credits: Mango shot by Stef Mitchell Spanish retailer Mango has named model and actress Kaia Gerber as its new ambassador and fronts its new 'Capsule' collection of elevated dresses. Gerber follows in the footsteps of other top models and leading actresses, including Claudia Schiffer, Naomi Campbell, Kate Moss, Scarlett Johansson, Penelope Cruz, and Kendall Jenner, who have been the face of the brand before. Mango states that it chose Gerber as she […]

New Look campaign Credits: New Look British retailer New Look, one of the UK’s leading womenswear brands in the 18-44-year-old sector, has successfully onboarded 100 percent of its core supplier base onto digital traceability platform TrusTrace. In a statement, New Look said the move to utilise TrusTrace technology would allow it to "more effectively map and manage its supplier network,” and moving forward, it is committed to onboarding all future suppliers to the platform. The push for […]

Credits: LynnSophie® There’s a moment many professional mothers know too well: got a 9 AM board meeting, a school run at 12, and a client dinner at 7, and not a second to change in between. The challenge? Finding an outfit that meets the moment, without compromising on comfort, confidence, or elegance. This is where power dressing comes into play. But not as we knew it. Gone are the stiff silhouettes and sharp shoulder pads of decades past. Today’s career moms are seeking clothing that […]

HUGO BOSS introduces NovaPoly. Credits: HUGO BOSS HUGO BOSS unveils NovaPoly — an innovative recycled polyester yarn co-developed with the company’s suppliers Jiaren Chemical Recycling and NBC LLC. Holding the trademark and exclusive usage for the first year, HUGO BOSS aims to set new industry standards and plans to license NovaPoly across the fashion sector in the future. As part of the company’s BOSS THE CHANGE initiative, the first BOSS Green products featuring NovaPoly will be […]

Credits: Mos Mosh Gallery In the heart of Portugal, near the Spanish border, lies a manufacturer renowned for its expertise in crafting interlock jersey fabrics, a rare mastery that sets our products apart. Their focus on precision and quality helps Mos Mosh Gallery create clothes that feel great to wear and last a long time. Some of our bestselling styles are made here, using this special fabric – strong, stretchy, and built to last. The MMGMarco Jersey Shirt, MMGPerry O-SS Tee, […]

Online fraud. Credits: Sora Shimazaki / Pexels In view of recent cyber attacks on British department store Harrods, apparel retailer Marks & Spencer and others, audit, tax and consulting firm RSM UK is advising retailers to regularly review their cyber risk controls to ensure “they are as robust as possible”. “Retailers are already navigating a difficult trading environment shaped by fragile consumer confidence, increases in employment costs and shifting spending habits. The recent […]

Lauryn Hill arrive au Met Gala 2025 au Metropolitan Museum of Art le 5 mai 2025 à New York. Credits: Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP The brightest stars in Hollywood, music, sports and fashion hit the red carpet Monday for the Met Gala, the extravagant Manhattan fundraiser that this year spotlights the subversive style of Black dandyism. The blockbuster night's theme explores the sharply tailored dandy aesthetic and its rich, complicated history. It also celebrates the opening of a corresponding […]

A Boss store in Tokyo Credits: Hugo Boss AG The Metzingen-based fashion group Hugo Boss AG felt the impact of the current adverse market conditions in the first quarter of the 2025 financial year. On Tuesday, the company announced declines in sales and earnings. However, the clothing supplier maintained its annual forecasts. “Following a successful final quarter in 2024, our business performance in the first quarter of 2025 was characterised by increasing macroeconomic uncertainty, which had […]

Zalando headquarters in Berlin Credits: Zalando SE The Berlin-based online fashion retailer Zalando SE concluded the first quarter of the 2025 financial year with a solid increase in sales and significantly improved its earnings. The latest results, which the company presented on Tuesday, were not surprising. Analysts had recently expected that the e-commerce specialist would continue its growth trajectory in the first months of the year. In the period from January to March, group revenue […]

Nike store in Singapore Credits: Nike Inc. Nike has announced reorganisation of its senior leadership team, aiming to accelerate its "Win Now" strategy and position the company for sustained growth. The restructuring includes the promotion of key executives and the retirement of longtime leader, Heidi O’Neill, president of consumer, product, and brand. She has announced her retirement after 26 years with Nike. In the wake of O’Neill's departure, Nike has restructured her role into three […]

Skechers concept store in Brussels Credits: Skechers/Business Wire In a significant development in the footwear industry, Skechers U.S.A., Inc. has announced its agreement to be acquired by global investment firm 3G Capital for approximately 9.4 billion dollars. The transaction, unanimously approved by Skechers' board of directors, will transition the company from a public to a privately held entity. Commenting on the development, Robert Greenberg, chairman and CEO said, “With a proven […]

Kering, the luxury conglomerate, and the Festival de Cannes will bestow the 2025 Women In Motion Award upon Nicole Kidman, recognizing her significant contributions to cinema and her advocacy for female representation, the festival announced. Kidman, whose career spans over three decades, will receive the accolade at the official Women In Motion dinner during the festival. Analysts point to this as a strategic move by Kering, solidifying its position as a key player in promoting gender equality […]

Adidas ‘VeloStan Smith’ cycling sneakers Credits: Adidas A coalition of major U.S. footwear companies is sounding the alarm over the potential devastation of new tariffs, warning that the levies could trigger widespread business closures, job losses, and price hikes for consumers. In a letter to the Trump administration, the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA), representing industry giants like Nike, Adidas, and Skechers, argues that the tariffs pose an "existential […]