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Sessùn store. Credits: Sessun Thirty years, 80 million euros in turnover and an unwavering global ambition. As it celebrates three decades of success, Sessùn is accelerating its international expansion. This provides an opportunity to review the retail strategy of a Marseille-based success story. Sessùn and its boutiques: a curatorial approach Sessùn currently generates 64 percent of its business through its own stores, with the online channel accounting for 19 percent and wholesale for […]

Lululemon store. Credits: Unsplash. US sportswear giant Nike has seen a jury verdict in its favour reversed by a federal judge in Manhattan, effectively nullifying a 355,450 dollars damages award against Canadian athleticwear company Lululemon USA Inc. (Lululemon). The decision, signed by district judge Arun Subramanian on March 24, 2025, follows a legal battle initiated in 2023. Nike had originally alleged that Lululemon infringed two patents regarding innovations in sneaker structures, […]

This image was generated using artificial intelligence (an AI tool) to illustrate this feature article. Microplastics are so small they are invisible to the naked eye. Credits: FashionUnited The way jeans are processed in the factory largely determines their environmental impact when washed by the consumer. New research, shared by The Microfibre Consortium (TMC) on LinkedIn, shows that combining mercerised yarn (treated cotton) with specific washes can reduce fibre shedding by 77 to 93 […]

Credit: Clear Fashion France's Clear Fashion app has reached a major operational milestone; more than 27,000 products can now be scanned in-store to instantly retrieve their official environmental impact score. The achievement comes five months after the country's government launched the French Environmental Cost scheme, a labeling initiative that entered its voluntary phase in October 2025. Through the scheme, every garment gets a numerical score based on environmental impact: the lower the […]

Image for visualisation Credits: Tom Fisk / Pexels During the crisis meeting on the largely blocked Strait of Hormuz, participating countries discussed possible further sanctions against Tehran. The British Foreign Office announced this following an online meeting convened by the UK with representatives from more than 40 countries. Foreign secretary Yvette Cooper spoke of a determination among many countries to open the strait, which is vital for global trade. No concrete steps have been taken […]

Alex S. Yu SS25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The autumn/winter 2026 edition of Vancouver Fashion Week (VFW) is almost here, and with it comes an internationally-fronted schedule bolstered by homegrown talent. Spanning April 8 to 12, VFW is bringing together more than 40 designers from over 10 countries to reflect its “multicultural approach” to fashion week. The decision to maintain a more global perspective is one that has been championed by organisers over the fashion week’s […]

Juan Carlos Mesa, fundador y director creativo de Maison Mesa, durante uno de los talleres formativos impulsados por el programa Moda Cálida en abril de 2024. Credits: Gran Canaria Moda Cálida. REPORT A growing skills gap in technical fashion education could slow the UK’s transition to a circular economy, according to a new industry report highlighted by Ecotextile News. The report, developed through the “Back to Baselines” project and funded by the Natural Environment Research […]

Credits: MARNI On the occasion of Design Week 2026, Marni x Cucchi opens in Milan as an experience celebrating quintessential Milanese social rituals — from the morning cappuccino to an espresso at the counter, through to the aperitivo. Lasting over three months, the project reimagines one of the city’s most iconic social places, blending the DNA and codes of Marni and Pasticceria Cucchi into a distinctive aesthetic envisioned by RedDuo Studio. Credits: MARNI Milanese cafés are […]

Sportsshoes.com app Credits: Sportsshoes.com UK running specialist Sportsshoes.com has transformed its digital strategy by integrating a native mobile application designed to foster customer loyalty and enhance commercial performance. The business, which was founded in 1982 and now reports a turnover exceeding 100 million pounds (133 million dollars), developed the platform as a key component of its transition toward a composable digital architecture. Working alongside UK software specialist […]

AI-generated image to illustrate traceability along the garment supply chain. Credits: FashionUnited Is the textile supply chain really as complex as commonly claimed? Does traceability thus remain merely a corporate buzzword rather than a reality of Tier 4 operations? What role does the informal sector play in the textile supply chain? And how can the physical-digital gap be bridged in rural farming? These and other pertinent questions prove that sustainability is no longer a moral luxury or […]

ThredUp's 2025 rebrand. Credits: ThredUp. Interview Resale is no longer a niche or sustainability-led initiative. It is taking measurable market share from traditional retail, with the global market projected to reach 393 billion dollars by 2030. ThredUp remains one of the sector’s leading players in the US. Here, resale grew at nearly four times a faster rate than the overall apparel market, even outpacing its global trajectory, according to ThredUp’s latest Resale Report. Now in its […]

Decathlon City Montparnasse, rue de Rennes, in Paris. Credits: Decathlon The Decathlon group published its annual results this Thursday, announcing a 4.0 percent increase in turnover compared to the 2024 financial year. It also reported a 7.1 percent growth in gross merchandise volume (GMV) at constant exchange rates. These improving figures are accompanied by strong operational profitability, with an EBITDA of 1.8 billion euros. As the sports retailer celebrates its 50th anniversary this […]

Credits: Saks Fifth Avenue US luxury retailer Saks Global has entered into a Restructuring Support Agreement with an ad hoc group of senior secured bondholders, securing a commitment for 500 million dollars in exit financing as it prepares to emerge from Chapter 11. The agreement is a key step in the company’s broader restructuring process, with Saks continuing discussions with stakeholders on a Plan of Reorganisation, which is expected to be filed in the coming weeks. Saks Global aims to […]

SS26. Credits: GANT Set in a sun-drenched garden, the campaign captures an intimate outdoor lunch among family and friends: a gathering where style feels natural, personal, and lived-in. The collection features light linen tailoring, soft colors, and fluid dresses designed to move seamlessly from casual daytime invitations to elevated evening occasions. At the heart of the campaign is chef Erika Blu of Atelier Renata, joined by her mother as they prepare a seasonal meal. Their presence grounds […]

Credits: The Lycra Company The Lycra Company, a global leader in innovative and sustainable fiber solutions for the apparel and personal care industries, today announced the signing of a strategic partnership agreement with Texhong International Group Limited (“Texhong”), one of the world’s largest suppliers of core-spun cotton textiles. Under the agreement, Texhong will exclusively partner with The Lycra Company to bring Renewable Lycra® fiber made with 30 percent plant-based content* […]

From left to right, Óscar García Maceiras, Mara Ortega Pérez and Javier Monteoliva Díaz during the 2025 Inditex Annual General Meeting, held on July 15, 2025 in Arteixo, La Coruña (Spain). Credits: Inditex. Madrid – Following the guidelines set for the execution of its 2023 to 2027 Long-Term Incentive Plan, the Spanish fashion multinational Inditex group has distributed 14.8 million euros (17.06 million dollars) in shares among its top executives. The company has included Carlos […]

Kent&Curwen, autumn/winter 2026 collection ‘Whipplesnaith' Credits: Kent&Curwen Interview British heritage brand Kent&Curwen, established in 1926, has come a long way from creating ties for Oxford and Cambridge universities and inventing the first cricket jumper, to become synonymous with collegiate and sporting styles, blending British tradition with a "rebellious spirit” under the creative leadership of Daniel Kearns. 2026 marks the British brand’s centenary year, and chief […]

Fabletics is coming to KaDeWe with a shop-in-shop Image: Fabletics US activewear brand Fabletics is further expanding its presence in Germany. On Thursday, the company announced a “groundbreaking partnership” with the Berlin luxury department store KaDeWe. The brand will now open its own shop-in-shop space on the fourth floor. The opening, planned for the spring, holds special significance for the sportswear provider. “With more than 160 square metres, the new space will be Fabletics' […]

Credits: Dior At the heart of the Dior Fall 2026 collection, Jonathan Anderson continues his reinterpretation of the Medallion embellished with a delicate bow, the House’s emblematic seal since 1947 Conceived as an everyday essential, the Médaillon Flap bag features a clasp decorated with this signature motif. In small or medium versions, it is offered in several colours or in Dior Oblique jacquard, while its adjustable shoulder strap or sliding chain allow for different carrying options. […]

Credits: FIRE 3D fashion has moved beyond experimentation. Digital product creation is now embedded in collection development across the industry. Virtual prototyping. Reduced physical sampling. Faster development cycles. Photorealistic garments. The creative transformation is well underway. But wholesale monetisation is the real test. As brands scale digital product creation, a more strategic question is emerging: What actually defines the best 3D fashion B2B platform for wholesale? Because […]

Credits: BARTS For the Spring Summer 2026 season, Barts Amsterdam is strategically positioning its Slow Sunday Beach Club collection to meet the growing market demand for a blend of functional comfort and sporty elegance. This collection marks a deliberate shift toward a more refined beach aesthetic, aiming to capture the mid-to-premium segment through a balanced mix of timeless silhouettes and contemporary design elements. Credits: BARTS Strategic Market Positioning and Materiality The […]

In Pictures Primark’s adaptive swimwear for SS26 Credits: Primark High street fashion and lifestyle retailer Primark has expanded its adaptive clothing collection to include swimwear for the first time for spring/summer 2026, developed in partnership with adaptive fashion designer, disability campaigner and founder of Unhidden, Victoria Jenkins. Primark’s adaptive clothing collection, designed to make dressing easier and more comfortable for disabled people or those experiencing […]

Left: The Adidas Originals flagship store in London | Right: The Puma headquarters Images: Adidas, Puma On Wednesday, shares in Adidas and Puma defied the disappointing outlook from US competitor Nike. While Nike's stock slumped by 10.5 percent to 47.25 dollars in pre-market US trading, the shares of the two German sportswear manufacturers recovered in a very strong overall market. In the Dax, however, Adidas shares rose by a below-average 0.6 percent to 137.45 euros after two days of gains, […]

AllSaints Cribbs Causeway store Credits: AllSaints British fashion retailer AllSaints has partnered with Impact Analytics, an AI-native solution for retail decision-making, pricing, merchandising, and inventory optimisation, to modernise and scale its buying and merchandising operations to streamline its business processes. In a statement, AllSaints said it has selected Impact Analytics to adopt AI-native planning tools to support its growth, improve forecast accuracy, and empower its teams to […]

Materials Matter Standard. Credits: Textile Exchange. Textile Exchange has released a comprehensive set of policies providing guidance for certification holders defining the steps required as they move from the organisation's existing standards to its it new Materials Matter Standard. The Transition Policy outlines the actions organisations must take to align with the new standard. The Scope and Eligibility Policy, meanwhile, clarifies material eligibility, certification scope, minimum […]

Superdry&Co’s chief executive officer, Julian Dunkerton. Credits: Superdry Interview British lifestyle brand Bench, which has deep roots in Manchester's music, skateboarding and BMX subcultures, is being revived for a new generation by Superdry&Co’s chief executive officer, Julian Dunkerton, with a little help from his daughter Kitty, who acted as a “sense check” for the new collection. “In the 90s, I was the largest retailer for Bench, and I couldn’t be happier about the […]

Sulzer x Spinnova. Credits: Spinnova. Sulzer, a Swiss industrial engineering and manufacturing company, has officially joined Spinnova’s ecosystem to support the availability of the firm's fibre in the textile market. The collaboration expands on Sulzer’s role in Spinnova’s technology development and strengthens the consortium with advanced engineering expertise. Suzler is a major player in applications for industrial infrastructure, striving to help customers improve energy […]

South Korean pop star Jung Kook in a recent Calvin Klein campaign Image: Calvin Klein At US fashion group PVH Corporation (PVH), the strategic priorities are clear. The company is focusing entirely on strengthening its two heritage brands, Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein. Collaborations with prominent figures from the music and cultural sectors play a key role in this strategy. Recently, prestigious partnerships in professional sports have also been added, which is now itself part of the […]

Paul Smith Loves Barbour collaboration campaign Credits: Paul Smith / Barbour The British Fashion Council (BFC), which recently placed educational initiatives at the heart of its four-year strategic roadmap, has announced a new partnership with British heritage brand Barbour to launch an annual fashion design scholarship. Launching under the BFC Foundation, the BFC x Barbour scholarship will provide funding and mentoring to a BA or MA fashion student studying at a BFC Colleges Council […]

Donald Trump announced new tariffs a year ago Image: Andrew Leyden / NurPhoto / NurPhoto via AFP When Donald Trump issued an invitation to the White House Rose Garden exactly one year ago, it was already clear to many that something significant was coming. The topic was to be tariffs, “unfair trade” and the American economy. The US president celebrated it as “Liberation Day”. In Germany, the EU and other parts of the world, however, his tariff announcements caused dismay. Many saw the […]

Empty Esprit showroom in the CIFF Village Image: Ole Spötter for FashionUnited Apparel provider Esprit presented its financial results for the first fiscal year following its major restructuring on Monday. After divesting the majority of its operational business, the parent company, Esprit Holdings Ltd., is now focusing entirely on a licensing model for the once-popular brand. Consequently, losses were significantly lower than in the previous year. However, revenues also saw a considerable […]

Credits: HOKA Hoka®, a division of Deckers Brands, introduces the Mach Remastered: a versatile reinterpretation of the beloved running shoe, designed for both performance and daily wear. With the Mach Remastered, Hoka brings the best of both worlds together. The shoe retains its signature ultra-light feel and responsive foam while receiving a stylish, contemporary upgrade. Details such as a transparent ripstop underlay, metal eyelets and a microfibre tongue with a subtle, unfinished edge give […]

Credits: EssilorLuxottica EssilorLuxottica and Meta announce the expansion of their AI glasses portfolio with the introduction of Ray-Ban Meta’s new line of optical-first styles designed for prescription wearers. Through their multiyear partnership, the two companies have brought an entire AI glasses category to life with Ray-Ban Meta; the performance AI glasses Oakley Meta HSTN and Oakley Vanguard, designed for athletes and sports; as well as Meta Ray-Ban Display the first pair of glasses […]

Mark Thomas Credits: Carven Carven, owned by Icicle Carven China France (ICCF), a subsidiary of the premium Chinese brand Icicle, has announced the departure of Mark Thomas. He became artistic director following the departure of Louise Trotter and will leave the house at the end of April 2026. Mark Thomas joined Carven in 2023 as senior designer and Louise Trotter's right-hand. He actively contributed to the house's new stylistic language, which featured a clean silhouette, wearable […]

Review Maison Margiela exhibition on Yan Dang road, Shanghai Credits: F. Julienne Maison Margiela has inaugurated its first show outside of Paris in Shanghai. The brand is also launching a road trip across China, combining collections, exhibitions and activations. “This is the first time we have held a show outside of Paris,” Glenn Martens, artistic director of Maison Margiela, told FashionUnited in Shanghai. “The brand entered China in 2019, so it was really important for us to do […]

Credits: Beeld: Cleo Goossens via Dutch Design Week The call for entries for Dutch Design Week 2026 is now open, inviting designers, cultural institutions, brands and entrepreneurs to submit projects for the upcoming edition, which takes place from 17 to 25 October in Eindhoven. Applications are open until 16 June, with organisers encouraging submissions that reflect the full spectrum of the design field, from speculative and research-driven work to industrial and hands-on projects. Organised […]

Luca De Meo at the Kering headquarters in Paris (September 2025). Credits: Photo by THOMAS SAMSON / AFP French luxury group Kering announced on Wednesday it has sold a majority stake in a building in Milan to the Qatari Al Mirqab Group for over 1 billion euros (1.15 billion dollars). Kering announced the acquisition of the building for approximately 1.3 billion euros in April 2024. In a press release on Wednesday, the group stated it is “contributing this asset to a newly formed joint stock […]

Credits: © Sensitive® Fabrics by Eurojersey powered by LYCRA® fibre As sportswear continues to move beyond performance and into everyday life, Eurojersey and The Lycra Company come together under Empowered Play to showcase a new vision of utilitydriven apparel—where technical performance, comfort and refined aesthetics converge. Driven by the rise of social sports such as golf and tennis and by increasingly fluid lifestyles, today’s sportswear is no longer confined to the field. It is […]

Credits: Chainbalance In today’s fashion industry, keeping shelves filled without overstocking has become a high-stakes balancing act. Shorter collection cycles, different store formats, volatile demand, promotions, weather swings all of it hits your inventory at once. Static rules and gut feeling simply can’t keep up. This is exactly where Chainbalance AI steps in: an AI model built to power Smart Replenishment with precision, transparency and continuous learning. From static rules to […]

Club L London's rental collection at Hurr's Selfridges space. Credits: Hurr. In a strategic shift for the UK-based peer-to-peer wardrobe rental platform Hurr, founder Victoria Prew has announced the appointment of Lauren Roberts as chief executive officer. Prew, who established the business at the age of 25, will transition away from the day-to-day leadership of the company to focus on a new venture. The leadership transition follows a period of significant scaling for the platform. Roberts, […]

Pepe Jeans store Credits: Pepe Jeans UK-based denim retailer Pepe Jeans London has reported a return to profitability for the year ended March 31, 2025, despite a moderate contraction in its top-line revenue. The company, which specializes in the marketing, distribution, and retailing of jeans and related products, saw its turnover fall to 1.19 million pounds (1.58 million dollars) from 1.34 million pounds in the previous year. This represents a decrease of approximately 11.38 percent […]

Wacoal store Credits: Wacoal via Facebook The US-based Wacoal International Corporation (WIC), which serves as the parent company of Wacoal America, Inc., has announced an agreement to acquire all issued and outstanding shares of Glamorise. Based in New York, Glamorise specializes in the design, development, and e-commerce-driven sales of women’s innerwear. The strategic move is intended to strengthen the business operations of the Japanese-founded Wacoal group within the US market. By […]

Interview Colourful Falke products. Image: Falke KGaA The hosiery and apparel supplier Falke KGaA, based in Schmallenberg in the Sauerland region of Germany, celebrated its 130th anniversary last year. The family business now employs the fifth generation and combines traditional craftsmanship values with continuous product development. The range includes sheer tights, trainer socks and functional textiles, as well as compression and shaping items. FashionUnited spoke with Franz-Peter […]

From sales advisor to ambassador: the new standard of excellence for fashion advisors in 2026. Credits: Unsplash. For a long time, the role of a fashion salesperson followed a strictly transactional logic: welcome, present, and close the sale. This function was clear and focused on immediate results, and it certainly proved its worth. Today, however, it no longer aligns with the reality of contemporary retail. In 2026, the point-of-sale is no longer merely a distribution channel. It has become […]

Credits: George Cleverley George Cleverley is Mayfair's only shoemaker to have been hand-lasting shoes since 1958, making it one of London's most storied names. The brand's signature chisel toe and razor-sharp silhouette have graced the feet of some of the world's most discerning men, from historical figures like Winston Churchill to today's collectors who appreciate the mastery in every detail. This film goes behind the scenes to meet the dedicated craftsmen—the last, the leather, and the […]

Luar, spring/summer 2026 collection presentation show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Madrid – The upcoming 37th edition of the 080 Barcelona Fashion runway, scheduled to take place from April 14 to 17, has seen its international presence diminished. This follows the withdrawal of US fashion brand Luar from the schedule. The event had been relying on the brand to help boost its profile as an international platform. The management of 080 Barcelona Fashion itself announced the news. This […]

Chanel boutique in Dubai. Credits: FashionUnited / Julia Garel Dubai – Louis Vuitton, Dior, Louboutin... In Dubai's Mall of the Emirates, one luxury boutique follows another. A month into the regional war, their teams of unoccupied salespeople watch for customers or scroll through their phones out of boredom. Having just left Chanel, a rare customer who wishes to remain anonymous is adamant that people “should not come” to Dubai right now. “It’s dangerous, there’s a war. It’s […]

Tommy Hilfiger with NFL star Travis Kelce Credits: Tommy Hilfiger American fashion and lifestyle brand Tommy Hilfiger, known for its preppy “American cool” aesthetic, is continuing to drive forward with its fashion-tainment strategy, combining sports, fashion and entertainment, by adding NFL star Travis Kelce to its roster as it looks to target the growing pre-game tunnel walk. Tommy Hilfiger has a 40-year legacy of partnering with athletes, teams, and events across motorsport, football […]

Reju finalises plans for recycling facility in Limburg. Credits: Reju French company Reju has been awarded a 135 million euro (156.6 million dollars) subsidy from the Dutch government to advance its plans for a recycling centre in Limburg. The company, which is owned by the French tech firm Technip Energies, announced the development in a press release. The funds originate from the National Investment Scheme for Climate Projects in Industry (NIKI). This programme is designed to scale up […]

Hudson opens first Converse Store in Algeria, through Premium Brands. Credits: Hudson. US brand management giant Authentic Brands Group has reportedly expressed interest in acquiring Converse should Nike decide to divest the footwear label, according to a Bloomberg report. The media outlet stated that while no formal talks were currently underway, the interest from Authentic, the parent company of brands like Reebok and Champion, comes as Converse continues to face a challenging fiscal […]

Adidas Originals and the Los Angeles based label, Sporty & Rich collaboration. Credits: Adidas. Farfetch has released its latest index, utilising internal sales data and global search volumes from 2025 to identify the products redefining luxury wardrobes in 2026. The findings highlight a significant market shift toward “wearable luxury”, a reference to items that balance cultural prestige and everyday utility. In footwear, the Adidas Samba emerged as the most in-demand item globally, […]

Melanie Smallwood, CTO, Morleys Credits: Morleys Morley Department Stores Limited (Morleys), the London-based independent department store chain, has appointed Melanie Smallwood to the newly created position of chief trading officer (CTO). Smallwood will join the group in April, reporting directly to the chief executive officer of Morleys, Ray Clacher. Smallwood brings more than 30 years of senior retail leadership experience to the role. Her career includes tenures at UK luxury retailers such […]

JiyongKim will be among the special guests at Pitti Uomo Credits: Pitti Immagine Following Simone Rocha, Dsm Kei Ninomiya and Danish brand Sunflower, there will be another special guest for Pitti Uomo, the trade fair scheduled in Florence from June 16 to 19. This is JiyongKim, the brand named after South Korean designer Jiyong Kim, who stood out among the top talents at the 2024 edition of the Lvmh Prize. During Pitti Uomo, JiyongKim will present its vision through a project-event conceived […]

The Met x Camilla collection Credits: Camilla In Pictures Luxury Australian fashion brand Camilla has unveiled a capsule collection in collaboration with The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, celebrating fashion as “wearable art”. The capsule collection, launching on April 7, features womenswear, menswear and accessories in six original prints, inspired by works of art in The Met and its interior, including cascading gowns, tailoring and separates, crafted from rich silk satin, silk […]

Royal Collection Trust x Fulton Umbrellas Birdcage Umbrella Credits: Royal Collection Trust British heritage brands worn by Queen Elizabeth II are collaborating with the Royal Collection Trust, a charity and department of the Royal Household, to launch new pieces to celebrate the centenary of her birth, all tied together through the ‘Old Stewart Tartan,’ inspired by the Scottish landscape. The centenary collection will see items from Burberry, Launer London, Kinloch Anderson, Corgi Socks, […]

Eray Karaduman, general manager at Calik Denim Credits: Calik Denim Denim manufacturer Calik Denim has appointed Eray Karaduman as general manager, as it looks to realise its long-term vision of expanding its global impact across key markets, including the US, Europe, and the Far East. Calik Denim, known for its innovation and sustainability, is looking to the future with a new sustainability framework, ‘Passion for Denim, Passion for Life,’ which positions responsible production not as an […]

Credits: Yours Clothing Yours Clothing is kicking off the season with their latest swimwear campaign, showcasing the latest swimwear options in an exclusive shoot featuring six fresh faces. The shoot brings the collection to life, including the season’s hottest trends, flattering fits, and quality fabrics designed to combine style, comfort, and confidence. Featuring in the latest campaign is Belindah (@belindahchaka), Aliss (@alissbonyt), Christina (@christina.lagios), Saam (@saamgetsheni), […]

Flabelus store at 54 South Molton Street, London (UK). Credits: Flabelus. Madrid – Spanish footwear and fashion brand Flabelus is setting its sights on the UK. It aims to unlock its full growth potential in the market with the help of logistics company Bleckmann. The brand has just appointed Bleckmann as its exclusive partner for all its logistics operations in the British market. With a presence in the UK through both physical and online channels, Flabelus stands out today as one of the […]

Credits: Selfridges/Golden Goose For the second consecutive year, Golden Goose returns to The Corner Shop at Selfridges with Frutteria Golden, an immersive pop-up concept celebrating Co-Creation, craftsmanship, and shared experiences. Running from March 23rd through April 25th, the space marks a new chapter in the brand’s narrative, inspired by the authentic charm of Italian fruit and vegetable markets. Credits: Selfridges/Golden Goose The Corner Shop is transformed into a space […]

Credits: Fred Perry Fred Perry announced the opening of its brand new flagship location in the heart of Soho. Situated on Lexington Street, the store marks a definitive stake in the ground for the brand, celebrating its historic relationship with the local area and Soho’s enduring significance to British music and art. Credits: Fred Perry The new space is designed to be more than a traditional retail outlet. It serves as a meeting point for like-minded individuals and a conceptual […]

Adidas Originals x Molly-Mae collaboration Credits: Adidas Originals In Pictures The footwear collaboration between sportswear brand Adidas and British influencer Molly-Mae Hague, teased in January, has been unveiled and will feature limited-edition versions of the brand’s Adidas Originals Superstar II and Samba silhouettes. In a statement, Adidas said that the partnership builds on the sportswear brand’s longstanding relationship with Hague, and that the influencer played a “hands-on […]

In Pictures Michael Kors Beijing flagship in China World mall Credits: Michael Kors American designer brand Michael Kors has strengthened its presence in China with the opening of a new flagship store in Beijing’s China World mall, a luxury retail hub in the city, which includes Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Gucci, Prada, and Dior. Spanning 3,500 square feet, the Beijing flagship features Michael Kors’ newest global retail concept, with dedicated areas for accessories, footwear, […]

Credits: #DAMUR “Fashion and trends don’t need to reinvent themselves — they were never meant to fit inside fixed boundaries.” — Damur Huan At this season’s Taipei Fashion Week, #Damur designer Damur Huang stepped away from the official venue once again, leaving behind the traditional runway to stage his AW26 collection inside UFC Gym Taiwan. This was not simply a change of setting. It was a deliberate shift in how fashion is encountered — and a direct challenge to the idea of […]

Pandora campaign Credits: Pandora Danish jewellery brand Pandora has opened a new distribution centre in Canada to strengthen its operations in the region, a move aimed at minimising the company’s exposure to US tariffs. The new online distribution centre in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, will handle Pandora’s growing Canadian online business, as the country has emerged as one of the brand’s fast-growing markets, with revenue growing more than 50 percent since 2019 and surpassing 1 […]

Sneaker.com platform from the Goat Group Credits: Goat Group Goat Group, the global platform for sneakers, apparel and accessories, which includes Alias, Flight Club, Goat and Grailed, is targeting a “broader consumer” with the launch of Sneakers.com, an affordable platform, where the average price point is just 70 US dollars. In a statement, Goat Group said that Sneakers.com e-commerce concept has been launched as a “one-stop destination for everyday sneaker shoppers, designed to serve […]

Decathlon store on López de Hoyos street in Madrid, Spain. Credits: Decathlon. Madrid – Decathlon’s acquisition of specific Intersport assets in Spain has encountered a significant regulatory hurdle. The Spanish antitrust authority, Comisión Nacional de los Mercados y la Competencia (CNMC), has escalated the transaction to a "second phase" analysis. This move, triggered by potential competition risks identified during a preliminary review, does not yet signal a prohibition of the deal, […]

Credits: Jil Sander We live in an age of skimming. Eyes darting across screens, reading in fragments, following paths shaped by algorithms that decide what comes next before we even finish what came before. Reading for pleasure is in serious decline, and the book has become something worth defending, an object you hold, that asks you to slow down and stay a while. A private moment between a reader and a story, chosen freely. It is against this backdrop that Reference Library comes into being […]

Luca De Meo at the Kering headquarters in Paris (September 2025). Credits: Photo de THOMAS SAMSON / AFP It is now official: Kering and L’Oréal finalised their beauty partnership on March 31, 2026. The 4 billion euro (4.64 billion dollars) deal redefines the global luxury cosmetics market. It also marks a structural turning point for the two French leaders. Initially announced in October 2025, the alliance has received the green light from competition authorities. L’Oréal officially […]

Allbirds Credits: Image: courtesy of Allbirds In 2016, a New Zealand football player-turned-entrepreneur and a biotech engineer launched a wool sneaker on Kickstarter. They hit their 30,000 dollars goal in five days, raised 119,000 dollars in total, and set in motion one of the most instructive brand stories of the decade. This week, Allbirds agreed to sell all of its intellectual property and assets to American Exchange Group, the company behind Aerosoles, for 39 million dollars, a figure […]

Credits: BFC The British Fashion Council has unveiled a new long-term strategy aimed at repositioning the organisation as a business accelerator, with a strong emphasis on education, skills development and structured pathways for emerging designers. The initiative, titled “BFC 2030: Access, Creativity, Growth,” sets out to transform the council from a promoter of British fashion into a strategic platform supporting sustainable business development across the industry. The plan will reshape […]

A Tommy Hilfiger store Image: Tommy Hilfiger US fashion group PVH increased its revenue in the 2025/26 financial year. However, profit fell significantly due to adverse conditions and negative special effects. The results, published on Tuesday by the parent company of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, were above market expectations. Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein see revenue increase In the most recent financial year, which ended on February 1, group revenue reached 8.95 billion dollars. This […]

Nike-Store im Ingolstadt Village. Credits: Nike US brand Nike has reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2026, ending February 28, 2026, revealing a period of strategic rebalancing. The company recorded revenues of 11.3 billion dollars, remaining flat on a reported basis compared to the previous year. On a currency-neutral basis, revenues declined by 3 percent. The results arrive as the Beaverton-based group continues its 'Win Now' initiative, a series of corrective […]

Maximilian Böck Credits: Marc O'Polo CEO profile At a time when many fashion brands are grappling with a volatile global economy and intense competition, Maximilian Böck, chief executive officer of the German fashion brand Marc O'Polo, remains committed to his goal of transforming the company into a truly global presence. Böck's family led the brand, founded in Stockholm in 1967, to its current prominence. Since taking over, he has systematically initiated a transformation process. Under […]

Ann Demeulemeester at Antwerp Six exhibition, MOMU, Antwerp Credits: FashionUnited When six students at the Antwerp Academy were studying in the early eighties, they were hungry and open-eyed. Charged with ideas and ideals. They never thought they would collectively be known as a movement: The Antwerp Six, which this year celebrates its 40th year, have been a cultural reference point for many decades, and the exhibition that launched at Antwerp's MOMU this week traces back their roots and how […]

IN PICTURES Patek Philippe's new store in Madrid. Credits: Patek Philippe. Patek Philippe has taken a decisive step in Spain by opening its first mono-brand boutique at 62 Calle de Serrano, in the heart of Madrid's Milla de Oro. Although the opening took place discreetly at the end of February, the Swiss Maison has now officially announced the news. This consolidates its presence in the country and reaffirms a historic bond with the Spanish group Suárez, a trusted partner for over 50 […]

Shanghai. Credits: Unsplash. During their first visit in eight years, MEPs in China have demanded greater control over the export of Chinese goods. “We have repeatedly stated that it is important for exports to be more strictly controlled by the Chinese side,” said Anna Cavazzini (Greens), chair of the European Parliament's internal market committee, in Beijing. She added that it is important for companies to comply with laws and adapt their policies more quickly than they have in the […]

Credits: unsplash Product returns are no longer just a post-purchase problem. According to new research from Akeneo, poor product information is now influencing every stage of the customer journey, from purchase confidence and conversion, to return rates, loyalty and lifetime value. Returns continue to rise globally, according to the National Retail Federation, with the average retail return rate now approaching 17% and total returns costing the industry close to $900 billion annually. But […]

Victoria Square, Belfast. Credits: Aver PR. Abercrombie & Fitch is set to make its Northern Ireland debut later this year, marking a continued expansion of its UK retail footprint. The brand will open a new store in Belfast’s Victoria Square, bringing its womenswear and menswear collections to the physical market for the first time. The space will reflect Abercrombie & Fitch’s updated positioning as a modern lifestyle label, focused on timeless, everyday apparel. The launch also […]

Image: Intersport Intersport Group has concluded the 2025 financial year with revenue growth. The Bern-based retail group concluded 2025 with a year-over-year revenue increase of 0.4 percent, IIC-Intersport International Corporation GmbH announced on Tuesday. On a currency-neutral basis, growth was 1.2 percent. The group is active in 40 countries and has a store network of 5,260 points of sale. During the period, it achieved a global omnichannel revenue of 14.1 billion euros. This performance […]

Jigsaw, St Pancras Credits: Jigsaw British fashion brand Jigsaw has released its financial results for the 61-week period spanning January 2024 to March 2025. The group reported an EBITDA loss of 3.5 million pounds (4.64 million dollars) during this timeframe, generated from sales totalling 52.2 million pounds. Following the conclusion of this period, the board of directors conducted an extensive strategic review. This assessment resulted in the implementation of a fundamental reset of the […]

Credits: Fashion SVP Final-year fashion students across the UK and Europe are invited to apply for the 2026 Fashion SVP Designer of the Year Award, with submissions now officially open. The competition offers emerging designers the opportunity to present their work live at FASHION SVP, taking place on 28–29 April 2026 at Olympia London. Open to undergraduate and MA students, the award recognises innovation in design, sustainability and commercial thinking, aiming to bridge the gap between […]

Erdem AW26, London Fashion Week. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. The British Fashion Council (BFC) has released its ‘BFC 2030’ strategy, ‘Access, Creativity, Growth’, a four-year roadmap designed to secure the UK fashion industry. Its development intends to help the sector navigate digital transformation and global market dynamics, ensuring the UK remains a destination for creative and commercial fashion talent. Core principles and strategic objectives The roadmap is built upon […]

Credits: Stone Island Actor Charlie Hunnam wears a Stone Island Marina standout piece: the 4100075 Nyco Panama-TC_Stone Island Marina. A sailing jacket with a foldable hood in garment dyed nylon / cotton, it features a boxy fit, as well as rubber closures and wooden pulls, which harks back to the early days of Stone Island Marina. The brand went into its own archives, updating iconic pieces for the modern day. The collection extends to a coach jacket in 2/2 cotton twill with a Batavia weave; […]

L'Oréal Credits: Courtesy of LOréal Paris ©Getty Images - Peter White L’Oréal Italia and Istituto Marangoni have launched a new partnership aimed at reshaping beauty education by positioning hair and beauty disciplines alongside fashion and design as creative fields requiring both technical and conceptual expertise. The initiative, developed with renowned hairstylist Rossano Ferretti, frames modern beauty professionals as hybrid creatives—combining artistry, storytelling and strategic […]

The Stazione Leopolda in Florence, home to E-p Summit since 2022 Credits: Pitti Immagine Pitti Immagine has cancelled the E-p Summit edition, a trade fair scheduled for April 9, 2026 at the Stazione Leopolda in Florence, due to participation demand. A few months ago, a decision was made to reduce the event dedicated to fashion technologies to a single day. On March 19, as stated on the trade fair's website, the company decided to cancel it entirely. "Following a careful evaluation of company […]

Kering and Raselli Credits: Raselli Franco Group, media centre Kering has marked a new decisive step in its structural repositioning. The French luxury leader has formalised the acquisition of a 20 percent stake in the Raselli Franco group, a leading independent jewellery manufacturer in Europe, for a valuation of 115 million euros. This transaction, first announced in December 2025, paves the way for a majority stake scheduled for 2032. While this move may initially seem like a simple […]

The Ninepine store in Amsterdam. Credits: Ninepine Interview Swedish brand Ninepine has opened its first physical store outside its home country. The brand has chosen the Netherlands, specifically Amsterdam. FashionUnited speaks with co-founder Benjamin Lau for more information about the brand and its expansion. A brief introduction: Ninepine was founded in 2019 by Benjamin Lau and Kousha Torabi. The brand focuses on 'redefining everyday items'. “The company is based on the idea that no […]

Magasin Chanel. Credits: Unsplash. Chanel has secured a partial win in a long-running legal dispute against The RealReal (TRR). A New York judge has moved to dismiss a number of the US resale platform’s counterclaims, narrowing the defense to more timely matters. US district judge Vernon Broderick of the Southern District of New York granted a motion by Chanel to dismiss five counterclaims brought against it by TRR. The claims include allegations of antitrust violations under the Sherman Act […]

Gymshark opened a jacket potato shop opposite Hyrox London. Credits: Gymshark Over the weekend, Gymshark took over a retro sandwich shop opposite the Hyrox London venue in West London to serve free jacket potatoes to race finishers. The occasion: to give Hyrox athletes the post-race moment that the sport itself rarely delivers. By Friday afternoon, the queue stretched down the street. The activation, called The Jacket Patch, ran from 27–29 March at Frank's, Addison Bridge Place, W14. Every […]

SS26. Credits: Ralph Lauren Ralph Lauren presents its spring 2026 campaign, which pays homage to the timeless intersection between sport and style that has defined the brand for generations. The new campaign draws inspiration from Ralph Lauren's rich heritage, where sporting pursuits meet refined elegance — from the sophisticated traditions of polo to the electrifying energy of the racetrack and the boundless freedom of nautical life. “Sport and style have always been more than what you […]

Allbirds store Credits: Allbirds US footwear brand Allbirds has announced a definitive agreement to sell its intellectual property and specific assets and liabilities to American Exchange Group. The New York-based firm, which specializes in accessories design and manufacturing, will acquire the brand for an estimated 39 million dollars. The transaction was negotiated by a special committee of independent directors and received unanimous approval from the Allbirds board of directors. A proxy […]

Credits: Diesel Diesel is pleased to announce that American singer and actress Miley Cyrus wore a custom total-denim look designed by Creative Director Glenn Martens for the 'Younger You' music video. Cyrus was seen previously this week wearing two other custom-looks for the Hannah Montana 20th Anniversary Special and 'Younger You' single cover art. For the occasion, Glenn Martens reinterprets Diesel’s house codes through bold proportions and signature denim treatments, creating three […]

Perfect Moment Milan Credits: Perfect Moment via Facebook UK-based luxury lifestyle brand Perfect Moment has announced it has secured 12 million dollars in growth financing to strengthen its liquidity and support its strategic expansion. The capital injection follows the recently reported first profitable quarter for the brand and is intended to accelerate progress toward sustainable profitability. The financing package is comprised of two distinct elements. The first is a 10 million dollar […]

Chanel Pre-Fall 2025. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Chanel is a maison synonymous with luxury and recognised globally, defined by timeless black and white chic and its 'ultimate luxury' identity. Founded in Paris in 1910 by fashion pioneer Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel, today it remains a powerhouse brand, now headquartered in London. Many of the elements introduced under Coco have endured, firmly establishing the brand’s identity. In fact, these hallmarks are continually drawn upon, […]

Courrèges FW26. Credit: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight / Julia Garel. According to industry reports, French house Courrèges has quickly moved on from the departure of Nicolas Di Felice, which was announced just last week. This resolves the uncertainty surrounding its creative direction. The owner, Artémis, the Pinault family's investment vehicle linked to Kering, has reportedly appointed British designer Drew Henry as the new creative director. This marks the beginning of a new era for the […]

REPORT Dirk Van Saene in The Antwerp Six at MoMu – Fashion Museum Antwerp, 2026 , © MoMu Antwerp Credits: Stany Dederen Forty years after Dirk Bikkembergs, Ann Demeulemeester, Walter Van Beirendonck, Dries Van Noten, Dirk Van Saene and Marina Yee shook up the fashion world at the British Designer Show in London, the Modemuseum Antwerpen (MoMu) is dedicating its first full exhibition to their legacy. The Antwerp Six showcases not only this chapter of rebellious Belgian fashion but also […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai The UK retail sector saw its seven-week growth streak come to an abrupt halt this week, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales falling by -3.04%. This dip follows a period of sustained momentum and was measured against an exceptionally strong +10% base from the same period last year. While the headline figures entered the red, the fashion sector provided a fascinating case study in channel divergence. Total fashion LFLs fell by -1.22%, ending five weeks of consecutive […]

Credits: Tommy Hilfiger One of sport’s biggest stars on and off the field, Travis Kelce steps into Tommy Hilfiger’s world of Classic American Cool — in a series of campaigns, collaborations and events spanning F.A.M.E.S (Fashion, Art, Music, Entertainment and Sport). The multi-season partnership will showcase co-designed menswear and accessories refreshing “Prep Made Current” through Travis Kelce’s vibrant lens. Tommy Hilfiger, which is part of PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH], announces […]

made in Italy Credits: FashionUnited From April 9 to 11, Manhattan’s luxury corridors will double as a distributed exhibition space. Under the banner “Icons of Italy,” 43 flagship boutiques representing 56 Italian brands spanning fashion, design, jewellery, automotive, yachting, food and wine will host installations and cultural activations aimed at reframing retail as a vehicle for storytelling rather than transaction. The initiative is curated by Altagamma, the foundation representing […]

A Marimekko store Image: Marimekko Finnish textile group Marimekko Corporation is driving its growth in Asia. On Monday, the company announced its expansion into two new markets: Indonesia and the Philippines. The aim is to strengthen the brand's presence in the “dynamic markets of Southeast Asia”, according to a statement. According to the company, the first new openings in both countries are scheduled for this summer. As is customary in the region, the group is relying on “loose […]