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Credits: Zalando. Zalando shares became the biggest DAX winner on Wednesday. After a flat start, they moved into positive territory and increased their gains to almost six percent by lunchtime. At 32.60 euros, they reached their highest level since May 2023. With an annual increase that has now grown to more than half, Zalando shares have built up a comfortable buffer to the four most important average indicator lines. The price is now the last to break upwards from the 50-day line. A […]

Credits: Courtesy of Foot Locker Inc. American retail group Foot Locker Inc. closed the third quarter of the 2024/25 fiscal year with a slight decline in sales and a large loss. In view of the unexpectedly weak results, the company lowered its forecasts for the full year on Wednesday. In the three months up to November 2, group sales amounted to 1.96 billion US dollars (1.87 billion euros). This represented a decrease of 1.4 percent compared to the same quarter last year. Adjusted for exchange […]

Beauty Jardim Sol de Janeiro: A Garden for the Senses installation Credits: Sol de Janeiro Beauty brand Sol de Janeiro has collaborated with three emerging Brazilian female artists to launch a multi-sensory installation at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden from December 4 to 8 as part of Art Basel Miami Beach. The ‘Jardim Sol de Janeiro: A Garden for the Senses’ installation has been created in collaboration with Niege Borges, Barbara Tamilin, and Amanda Lobos to bring the brand’s […]

Credits: Marc O'Polo Marc O'Polo Menswear The Marc O‘Polo Fall/Winter 2025 ready-to-wear collection offers surprising moments. Authentic workwear details, intriguing textures and versatile outerwear take centre stage. Waxed cotton barn jackets with contrast collars and flap pockets, iconic puffer jackets, and elegant wool coats create a fusion of functionality and premium design. Innovative materials such as CIRCULOSE® set new standards for denim. Frisée yarn and micro jacquards give polos […]

M&S' Marks & Start scheme Credits: M&S British retailer Marks & Spencer is celebrating 20 years of Marks & Start, its employability programme in partnership with The Kings Trust, to commit to training and supporting a further 2,000 young people over the next three years. The commitment is part of M&S’ multi-year strategy with The King’s Trust, as new research from the retailer reveals that two-thirds of young people still face barriers to employment, with mental […]

Joseph Altuzarra FW23 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight American luxury brand Altuzarra has announced the appointment of its founder, Joseph Altuzarra, as CEO, thus resuming direct leadership of his eponymous label, Business of Fashion reports. Altuzarra replaces Shira Sue Carmi, who will step down on December 31 after five years at the helm. In this new role, Altuzarra will work closely with Spain's Marta Lastra, recently promoted from COO to president . “The brand’s growth has been […]

In Pictures Mallet London and Swarovski sneakers Credits: Mallet London British footwear brand Mallet London has launched an exclusive women’s capsule collection embellished with Swarovski crystals for the festive season. The limited-edition collection features three styles, the all-new Mallet Elia, Compton and GRFTR, available in black and white colourways. Every pair of the Mallet London and Swarovski crystal styles comes with a commemorative box, additional crystals and a special […]

Decathlon store in Paris Credits: Decathlon The Mulliez Family Association (AFM) has announced the distribution of one billion euros among its shareholders as remuneration for 2024. “Unacceptable,” declared the CFDT (Confédération Française Démocratique du Travail, or in English, French Democratic Confederation of Labour), which has called for a strike on Saturday 7 December 2024. “One billion euros for shareholders and nothing for employees, when the vast majority of them barely […]

Adrien Rabiot - Olympique de Marseille Credits: Olympique de Marseille French football team Olympique de Marseille has announced a partnership with British fashion designer Paul Smith to dress the team for the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 seasons. Paul Smith, which already has affiliations with Premier League football teams Manchester United and Arsenal, will dress Olympique de Marseille players, management and all team employees in its signature dark suits. The partnership was unveiled for the […]

Credits: Marc O'Polo Marc O'Polo Men's Young & Playful. With its Fall/Winter 2025 collection, Marc O‘Polo DENIM brings a contemporary, nature-inspired twist to its characteristic urban attitude. Under the theme Nordic Wilderness, the brand reinterprets the season‘s hottest trends in signature MO‘PD style, blending Scandinavian minimalism with a sense of freedom and natural authenticity. In August: The transition from summer to autumn is all about workwear-inspired fabrics such as […]

Depop app Credits: Depop New research from second-hand fashion marketplace Depop reveals that 65 percent of Brits plan to shop more sustainably this Christmas. The survey, conducted by Censuswide, states that 34 percent of Brits are looking to buy second-hand gifts instead of new, while 24 percent want to support local businesses, and 23 percent will purchase fewer, higher-quality items that last longer in a bid to be more sustainable. However, two in five (40 percent) of Brits are not sure […]

Alibaba Group Corporate Campus ad Hangzhou, Cina Credits: Alibaba Group Alibaba Group, the parent company of Alibaba, AliExpress, Tmall and Taobao, among others, is investing 68 million euros (100 billion won) in the Korean online fashion platform Ably. The investment is aimed at the global expansion of the platform, with an emphasis on the US, Europe and Asia. This is reported by Asian press, including Korean JoongAng Daily and Tech in Asia. It is the first foreign investment in Ably and also […]

Slow Fashion Caucus - Maine Congresswoman Chellie Pingree Credits: Slow Fashion Caucus The Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA) has pledged its support for the Congressional Slow Fashion Caucus, which hope to introduce “climate-smart politics to reduce, repair, rewear and recycle textiles”. Founded by district of Maine congresswoman Chellie Pingree, Washington district’s Marie Gluesenkamp Perez and California's Sydney Kamlager-Dove, it is the first US caucus dedicated to curbing […]

Credits: Courtesy of Selma Kaci Sebbagh Selma Kaci Sebbagh, a French-Algerian influencer based in Paris, is known for her edgy, maximalist style and her ability to put together outfits that are always on point. With nearly 150K Instagram followers, Selma has built a loyal fan base thanks to her bold fashion choices and her relatable, down-to-earth personality. Courtesy of Selma Kaci Sebbagh Selma’s style is all about coordination. She effortlessly mixes and matches different clothing […]

In Pictures Pioneer Cypress golf shoe from Sun Day Red Credits: Sun Day Red by Garrett Byrum Sun Day Red, the performance apparel brand from golfer Tiger Woods, has launched its first-ever high-performance golf shoe. The ‘Pioneer Cypress’ golf shoe has been designed and developed to meet Woods’ standards for fit, comfort, performance and style to make the best performance and comfort-driven golf footwear for the masses. In a statement, Sun Day Red said the footwear product creation […]

Cirql ‘Disappearing Shoe’ concept to launch ‘Cirql Zero’ Credits: Cirql Vietnam-based innovation company Cirql, a subsidiary of OrthoLite, focused on developing scalable, less impactful, finished midsole components and material solutions for footwear brands, has unveiled a new industrially compostable, biodegradable foam innovation. ‘Cirql Zero’ debuted at ISPO Munich and aims to offer footwear brands a comprehensive solution that addresses both the production and end-of-life […]

Perfect Moment's New York store, opening October. Credits: Perfect Moment. High-performance, luxury skiwear and lifestyle brand Perfect Moment is teaming up with United Repair Centre to offer a new bespoke repair service for its customers across the UK and Europe. The ‘Perfect for Longer’ service will replace zips and poppers, add discreet patching, and a clean and refresh service for down items. Garment repairs will be returned to the customer within seven days. Jane Gottschalk, […]

Beauty C by Claire's product range Credits: Claire's Fashion and accessories brand Claire’s continues evolving its beauty offering with the launch of C by Claire’s, an exclusive line of fragrances and body care products designed to help Gen Zalpha “feel their most confident”. The new collection of luxurious body care and fragrances has been inspired by and tailored to Gen Zalpha's everyday lifestyles. It includes foaming moisturisers, bath and body scrubs, fragrances, and hair […]

Credits: Freepik / rawpixel.com The fashion industry never stands still - trends are becoming short-lived, consumer demand changes overnight, and customer expectations are high. Only one thing is sure: the sector demands a fast and efficient way of working to meet these challenges. The introduction of new technologies often raises concerns for many companies. They fear that these changes will require time and resources. But are these concerns even relevant today? New, smart technologies don't […]

Colis Amazon. Credits: ANIRUDH via Unsplash Amazon on Tuesday unveiled a suite of artificial intelligence models in its boldest move yet to compete with tech giant rivals in the fast-growing generative AI sector. The launch of its own line of foundation models marks Amazon's latest push to strengthen its position against forerunners Microsoft, Google, Meta and OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT.' Until now, Amazon's AI offerings through its AWS cloud service had largely been limited to providing […]

3D floating clothing in H&M's virtual showroom. Credits: H&M 3D printing is becoming a key tool in the fashion industry, changing the way brands design and produce garments, so future professionals must prepare themselves to face the challenges and opportunities it poses. Can you imagine a future where garments are printed on demand, eliminating waste and perfectly fitting each customer's measurements? This is what LCI Barcelona advocates. With a focus on 3D fashion, the institution […]

Store window with fashion display. Credits: Diana / Pexels The Fashion Council Germany (FCG) and eBay Germany recently published the study “Status of German Fashion 2024”, which, in conjunction with the research institute Oxford Economics, examined the economic significance of the German fashion industry (clothing, footwear, accessories, bags and jewellery). The study also looked at the key challenges and opportunities facing the industry, as well as the impact of global trends such as […]

SS25 Mod Squad Main Image Credits: SS25 Mod Squad/©Launchmetrics/spotlight People are increasingly looking to the past for inspiration, especially as social media amplifies nostalgia-driven trends. In the early to mid-‘sixties, ‘mod’ was short for "modernist," and was a movement characterized by a focus on forward-thinking fashion and music; most likely as a response to the often dreary landscape of post-World War II British culture. The designs of Mary Quant et al, as modeled by […]

ThredUp product photo Credits: ThredUp Online fashion resale marketplace ThredUp has revealed that today it entered into a legally binding deal to divest its European business, Remix, in a management buyout led by the general manager of Remix, Florin Filote. The divestiture was finalized at the same time the agreement was signed. According to the agreement, ThredUp retains a minority stake in Remix and, before the transaction closed, provided a final 2 million dollar cash investment to support […]

Stockfoto Black Friday Credits: via Pexels Online giant Amazon has reported a new record-breaking Black Friday Week and Cyber Monday. This Thanksgiving holiday seasonal sale event was the company’s largest to date, compared to the same 12-day period ending on Cyber Monday in prior years. Running from November 21 to December 2, Amazon offered some of the biggest deals of the season across the 12-day period, resulting in record sales and a record number of items sold. In the US, some of the […]

Hinda Gharbi, CEO Bureau Veritas Credits: Business Wire Bureau Veritas, a global firm for testing, inspection, and certification services, has acquired LBS Luxury Brands Services S.R.L. Group, a laboratory that specializes in quality control for the luxury fashion industry, including leather goods and footwear. The move is part of Bureau Veritas' LEAP | 28 broader strategy to bolster its position and services in the luxury fashion industry while strengthening its supply chain solutions and […]

Tess van Zalinge Credits: Willem de Kam Gathering at the Amsterdam Fashion Institute on November 21st and 22nd , more than 150 fashion professionals and students came together to share and collect insights into developments in the field of 3D Technology and Design. The two day event, 3D NXT LEVEL 3.0, co-organised by the IAF and sponsored by Alvanon and the Abstadt- Sigmaringen University, strove to offer insights into the product and process innovations in digital product creation (DPC), from […]

Recover cotton fibers Credits: Ana Palacios Global producer of recycled cotton fiber Recover is set to open a new manufacturing facility in Vietnam as part of its expansion strategy. Set to be fully operational by early 2025, the new facility sees Recover bring its large-scale recycling technology to Vietnam and leverage the production of more sustainable materials within the local textile production market. Located in the Dong Nai province, Recover selected its new facility strategically, as […]

The Fashion Awards red carpet Credits: BFC by Jack Chipper In Pictures The British Fashion Council’s The Fashion Awards 2024 attracted an international selection of fashionistas for this year, including power couple A$AP Rocky and Rihanna, singer Rita Ora, actress Nicola Coughlan, and Munroe Bergdorf. The Fashion Awards red carpet - A$AP Rocky and Rihanna Credits: BFC A$AP Rocky and Rihanna All eyes were on A$AP Rocky and Rihanna’s return to the red carpet. The rapper, who received […]

Stefan Palm, CEO von Lager 157, im neuen Store in Bremen. Credits: Lager 157 The Swedish fashion chain Lager 157 is expanding to Germany. The first store in Bremen is only intended to be the “springboard” for further expansion in Germany and Europe. In an interview, CEO Stefan Palm explains his expansion plans and the business model behind the success of Lager 157's wardrobe staples. Lager 157 has conquered Scandinavia in the past decade with its utilitarian apparel for everyone at […]

Credits: Image: Nike x RTFKT Cryptokicks Nike is shutting down Rtfkt, its metaverse fashion company known for digital sneakers and NFTs. In January 2025, Rtfkt will release one final collection, Blade Drop . The company itself announced the news via X (formerly Twitter). Summary Nike is shutting down its metaverse fashion subsidiary, Rtfkt, in January 2025 after a final collection release. Rtfkt, acquired by Nike in 2021, achieved significant success in the NFT market but faced declining […]

Adidas Downtown LA store. Credits: Adidas Adidas has just suffered a defeat in a trademark case with the US brand Thom Browne, and now the Herzogenaurach-based sportswear manufacturer may soon be back in court. The German Environmental Aid (DUH) has filed a lawsuit against Adidas AG at the Nuremberg-Fürth Regional Court, the association announced on Monday. The reason for the lawsuit is the company's promise to become 'climate neutral' by 2050. The German Environmental Aid (DUH) has […]

‘Dior in Scotland’ documentary poster Credits: Dior French luxury fashion house Dior will unveil a documentary delving behind the scenes of its 2025 cruise show, which took place in June in Drummond Castle gardens in Scotland. Entitled ‘Dior in Scotland,’ the documentary will be launched on Dior’s YouTube channel on December 4 and share exclusive footage of Maria Grazia Chiuri’s cruise show, tracing the artistic process, from the initial inspirations sourced from the Dior archives […]

In Pictures Ashish x Understatement collection campaign Credits: Understatement Understatement, a female lead, Stockholm-based underwear brand, has unveiled a limited-edition collection in collaboration with London-based Ashish. The capsule lingerie collection has been designed by Ashish Gupta to celebrate the festive season, combining “vibrant colour, unexpected texture and unapologetic glamour as a fun response to traditional festive attire,” with pieces blending mesh, rhinestones, […]

Fashion Awards 2024 - Red Carpet - Blumarine by David Koma Credits: BFC by Charlie Wheeler In Pictures Italian luxury label Blumarine shared the first glimpse of the brand’s new direction under the creative helm of London-based David Koma at The Fashion Awards 2024, held at the Royal Albert Hall in London on December 2. Koma, who was appointed as Blumarine’s creative director in July to herald in a new chapter for the brand’s legacy, made his red carpet debut for the brand, dressing […]

Leem Westfield London store Credits: Leem International womenswear brand Leem has opened its first permanent store in the UK at Westfield London, following a pop-up at the shopping centre in 2023. In a statement, Leem said the transition to a permanent store marks a “significant milestone” in the womenswear brand’s global expansion plans and is part of the brand’s broader strategy to increase its footprint across the UK, with plans for additional locations, an enhanced online presence, […]

Credits: Lectra In today’s fast-paced fashion landscape, brands face the dual challenge of keeping up with consumer demand for personalization and speed while reducing their environmental impact. At the forefront of tackling these challenges is Lectra, a pioneering player in Industry 4.0 solutions, whose innovations leverage AI, IoT, and Big Data to streamline production processes and reduce fabric waste. A New Era of Fashion Production with Valia Fashion Lectra’s latest solution, Valia […]

Beauty Off-White parfum Solution No. 1 Credits: Off-White Interparfums, Inc., which develops, manufactures and distributes prestige perfumes and cosmetics, has acquired all Off-White brand names and registered trademarks for Class 3 fragrance and cosmetic products. In a statement, Interparfums, Inc. said that its 72 percent owned French subsidiary, Interparfums SA, acquired the fragrance rights to Off-White, subject to an existing license that expires on December 31, 2025, when […]

The Fashion Awards 2024 Credits: BFC by Karolina Wielocha Northern Irish designer Jonathan Anderson, known for his signature JW Anderson label and as creative director of LVMH-owned luxury fashion house Loewe, was crowned Designer of the Year for the second year running at the annual The Fashion Awards. The awards from the British Fashion Council (BFC), which act as the annual fundraising event for the BFC Foundation, took place at the Royal Albert Hall in London and was co-hosted by British […]

Decathlon shop in Paris. Credits: Decathlon The Mulliez Family Association (AFM) has announced the payment of one billion euros to shareholders as 2024 remuneration. "Unacceptable", considers the CFDT Décathlon, which is calling for a strike on Saturday, December 7, 2024. "A billion euros for shareholders and nothing for employees when the vast majority of them only receive the minimum wage, this is intolerable" states the CFDT press release, which demands that the value created by employees […]

Credits: JOOR The golden era of DTC appears to be over as an increasing number of fashion brands are making the move to wholesale. So who better to ask about this industry trend than Kristin Savilia, CEO of the industry’s leading B2B platform JOOR which has processed over $100 billion in wholesale transactions. We asked for her expert insight into this market shift and sought her opinion on how brands can successfully make the move from DTC to wholesale. Credits: Kristin Savilia More […]

Plus-size clothing brand owner and influencer Amanda Yao Credits: Greg Baker/AFP Surrounded by racks of colourful dresses and blazers in China's manufacturing hub of Guangzhou, plus-size clothing brand owner and influencer Amanda Yao is on a mission to promote body positivity. She is part of a small but growing number of women in China challenging restrictive beauty standards, including thinness, pale skin and childlike features. Online, a frequently circulated saying claims that "there are no […]

The new flagship of Jil Sander in Ginza Credits: Bild: Jil Sander The fashion house Jil Sander has expanded its presence in Japan. On Monday, the company, which is part of the Italian clothing group OTB SpA, announced the opening of a new flagship store in Tokyo. The store in the Ginza district has a total area of ​​627 square meters on two floors, making it the label's largest to date worldwide. With the new opening, the brand is expanding its distribution network in Japan, which […]

Black Friday Credits: Photo by Romy Arroyo Fernandez / NurPhoto / NurPhoto via AFP Black Friday is far from being over in the United States, as shoppers across the nation continue to indulge in the annual discount day. According to preliminary insights from Mastercard SpendingPulse, retail sales (excluding automotive) grew 3.4 percent year on year on November 29, compared to Black Friday in 2023. As more retailers spread out their seasonal Black Friday offers across an entire week rather than […]

Credits: Brandnation Marketing and communications agency Brandnation has become employee-owned after founder and managing director Mary Killingworth sold her majority stake in the company to an Employee Ownership Trust (EOT). Following the acquisition, the recently formed EOT will acquire a 75 percent majority stake in the business. Killingworth and minority stakeholders, including deputy managing director Eva Ringwood and creative director Joe Murgatroyd, will retain the 25 percent stake in […]

The RealReal store in Newport Beach Credits: The RealReal The RealReal, the biggest online marketplace for secondhand luxury goods, has opened a new store in the Design District in Miami, Florida. The second store to open in Florida, the opening marks TheRealReal’s fourteenth physical store across the United States. Featuring a custom concept that reflects the city’s iconic art deco influence and bright color palette, the new Miami store’s interior also sits in line with The […]

Fabletics recently presented itself with a pop-up store in the Nuremberg branch of Wöhrl Credits: Fabletics At the beginning of the month, the Hamburg-based online fashion retailer About You opened its own brand store for the US sportswear label Fabletics on its platform. The launch will be accompanied by "an extensive marketing campaign that includes large-scale placements in the About You shop as well as influencer collaborations, photo productions and other activations with the […]

Credits: Global Fashion Agenda Global Fashion Agenda (GFA), with support from Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) and the H&M Foundation, has launched the Upstream Circularity Playbook, now available in six languages. This comprehensive resource draws on extensive case studies across multiple countries to provide a globally accessible, step-by-step guide specifically tailored for garment manufacturing regions. Designed to help stakeholders scale circular business […]

Cyber Monday Credits: Courtesy Mercado Libre The annual Cyber Monday shopping event reveals a change in consumer behaviour in 2024, with total spending expected to reach 3.33 billion pounds, demonstrating remarkable economic resilience despite marginal year-on-year fluctuations. According to VoucherCodes.co.uk's comprehensive "Shopping for Christmas 2024" report, consumer expenditure remains robust, with an impressive 231.2 million pounds projected to be spent hourly. This translates to […]

The Beauty of Workwear exhibition, The Fashion Union, Hong Kong Credits: Courtesy Hong Kong Fashion Fest In the bustling district of Sham Shui Po, Hong Kong, an intimate exhibition revealed the rich story of workwear and its often overlooked economic and cultural narrative—a textile showcase that transcends fabric and function. Showing pieces from the archives of London-based collectors The Vintage Showroom, the Hong Kong Design Institute-organised exhibition "The Beauty of Workwear" […]

Gianluca Borghi Credits: 10 Corso Como CEO INTERVIEW Despite the difficult market environment, ‘10 Corso Como’ is in a positive mood and the year is even exceeding expectations. The company has achieved double-digit growth since the beginning of September. Further locations in Europe and Asia are now planned to establish the concept store, which is one of the first of its kind, as an international brand. To this end, 10 Corso Como is working with renowned fashion retailers such as […]

Credits: Marc Cain The Fall/Winter 2025 collection, themed “A Parallel Universe”, merges the familiar with the visionary. It takes you to a world where reality and fantasy blur, playing with contrasts: familiar silhouettes are reinterpreted through unexpected twists. The season kicks off with vibrant colours like bold apple green and deep chocolate brown, brightened by soft shades of pistachio and vanilla. Delicate pastel and powder tones such as taupe, light lavender, and […]

Credits: Marc Cain Bold, detail-oriented, and diverse, Marc Cain Sports unveils its Fall/Winter 2025 collection. The styles combine sophistication with an effortless ease, influenced by a variety of trends and inspirations. Deep navy blue, white, and melange gray form a harmo nious palette. Shades of olive are complemented by a vibrant Limoncello hue. Various pink tones, ranging from soft pastel to bright and bold, infuse the looks with energy, demonstrating that powerful colour schemes […]

Credits: Marc Cain Dotted Delight “Dotted Delight” is a vibrant and joyful fashion capsule collection where polka dots take center stage. Set in a stunning palette of bright baby blue, delicious red, and timeless black and white combinations, this collection brings a modern and playful twist to classic prints. Alongside the signature polka dots, a subtle two-tone leaf print is introduced, effortlessly combining with other pieces to create a fresh and versatile look. Feminine […]

Beauty Isamaya Ffrench x Nike Air Max Dn Credits: Nike Sportswear giant Nike has unveiled a collaboration with British make-up artist Isamaya Ffrench, which bridges “style and beauty”. Ffrench has created two exclusive colourways for Nike’s latest Air Max Dn, in a beige and chocolate brown, drawing inspiration from women athletes whose influence extends from the field of play to the fashion world. The British make-up artist added that she explored the idea of creating a bold yet […]

Rolex watch Credits: Pexels Generation Z consumers, born between 1997 and 2012, are “making waves” in the pre-owned luxury watch sector, according to new research from pre-owned watch specialist Watchfinder & Co. The research, looking into the purchasing habits of Gen Z consumers in the UK, found that this generation is redefining luxury watch trends, as over half (54 percent) already own a luxury timepiece, with 35 percent adding that they are likely to purchase a luxury watch within […]

The new retail space of 10 Corso Como Credits: 10 Corso Como / Corso Como 10 - Milano Exclusive The Italian concept store 10 Corso Como is planning five to six new stores in the coming years. After opening two of its own stores in Seoul and shop-in-shops at Lodenfrey in Munich and Printemps in Paris, the company wants to expand further, CEO Gianluca Borghi explained in an exclusive interview . Another sales area is to be created in the Printemps store in Doha, Qatar, this year. A cooperation […]

Credits: MM6 Maison Margiela Replicating, flipping, twisting, cutting, rotating and reversing: For AVP Autumn-Winter 2025, the MM6 creative studio adopts an elegant and elevated direction, offering a playfully distorted take on smart dressing that never strays far from its subversive street origins. In that spirit, the perennial appeal of impeccable tailoring cross-pollinates with the casual comfort of streetwear and sportswear, whether wrapped in a garment cover-inspired dress, perched atop […]

Dior menswear FW24 Credits: Dior. How can we better meet the expectations of a changing male audience? Gender stereotypes have long shaped marketing communications, but these traditional notions of masculinity no longer reflect today's reality. Faced with complex societal challenges, men today are seeking more nuanced identities. This shift presents a new opportunity for brands: they must rethink their strategies to respond to a male audience looking for authenticity and more inclusive […]

Black Friday Credits: Photo by Romy Arroyo Fernandez / NurPhoto / NurPhoto via AFP Black Friday delivered a footfall boost to UK retailers as cost-conscious shoppers hunted for discounts, especially clothing stores, according to RetailNext, the leading analytics solution for bricks-and-mortar retailers. Data from RetailNext’s shopper traffic platform, which captures billions of store visits globally every year, showed that UK footfall on Black Friday (November 29) improved by +40.5 percent […]

In Pictures Burberry outerwear pop-up concept at Flannels Leeds Credits: Flannels Leeds British heritage brand Burberry has opened a dedicated outerwear concept pop-up in the new Flannels Leeds flagship store. The Burberry pop-up is a UK exclusive and will run for two months before being rolled out to an additional 11 global retail locations – as yet to be confirmed. Burberry outerwear pop-up concept at Flannels Leeds Credits: Flannels Leeds The space has been inspired by the […]

A shopping mall at Christmas Credits: Trademart Total retail sales in discretionary spend categories fell by -5.8 percent in November in the UK, according to BDO’s latest High Street Sales Tracker. Sales performance was particularly poor online, with sales down -7.8 percent. In store sales fell by 5.5 percent, with the fashion sector recording figures of -8.0 percent compared to November 2023. Sophie Michael, Head of Retail and Wholesale at BDO, commented: “These results are disastrous for […]

Cole Haan Fall 2024 Reimagine Tradition Campaign Credits: Cole Haan Cole Haan, the American lifestyle brand and retailer of premium men's and women's footwear and accessories, has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with HiMaxx, a membership-based retail company in China. In a statement, HiMaxx, a leading multi-brand outlet for footwear, clothing, accessories, and beauty, said it will launch a new premium branded division focused on Cole Haan under co-founder and board member Jason […]

In Pictures Farm Rio Marylebone Village, London store Credits: Farm Rio Brazilian fashion and lifestyle brand Farm Rio has opened its second standalone store in the UK as it continues its European expansion. The 1,600-square-foot store at 26 Marylebone High Street adds to its debut store on London’s Kings Road in Chelsea, which opened in January. It spans across two floors and houses more than 140 styles from its latest autumn/winter 2024 collection. The store has been designed by […]

September 2025 will see the launch of ‘Digital Fashion Technology’: a one-year, full-time track of the Master’s degree programme in Digital Design. In this track, students will learn to explore how to implement digital technologies and what the effects of these technologies are on the entire fashion supply chain and the wider societal playing field. José Teunissen, programme manager at the Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI), and Lisette Vonk, lecturer and researcher as well as […]

Christmas lights in Erfurt. Credits: Alesia Kozik / Pexels The reluctance of many consumers to buy is slowing down retail before the start of the important Christmas business. In October, sales fell compared to September, both in nominal terms (-1.1 percent) and in price-adjusted terms (-1.5 percent). Adjusted for prices, the decline was the sharpest since autumn 2022. This means that the recovery from previous months has not continued. While sales of food rose slightly in October after […]

Clothing-textile figures continue to climb Credits: Regina Henkel / FashionUnited In October 2024, retailers' sales of clothing and textiles recorded a 4.1 percent increase in value compared to October 2023, according to data shared by IFM Panel. After the strong increase last September , the French clothing and textile sector continues its performance. For the month of October 2024, distributor sales recorded an increase of 4.1 percent in value in October, in one year. However, it is […]

Credits: SUNCOO The much-anticipated Autumn/Winter '25 edition of Scoop will return from 9 to 11 February 2025 at Olympia West, Kensington with its most inspired showcase yet. Curated for fashionable people by fashion people, Scoop Founder and Managing Director, Karen Radley, is set to welcome an exceptional mix of British and international designers, each offering something uniquely captivating for buyers looking to stay ahead of the curve. Designers showing at Scoop for the first time […]

Credits: Lectra TextileGenesis, a Lectra group company, and the Aid by Trade Foundation (AbTF) are proud to announce the continuation of their successful partnership to further enhance traceability for Cotton made in Africa® (CmiA) verified fiber. This new collaboration aims to reinforce supply chain transparency and drive CmiA’s commitment to sustainable and ethical cotton production. CmiA, one of the world’s leading standards for sustainable cotton, works to improve the livelihoods of […]

Fila: Timelapse Credits: Fila Need some inspiration for a festive season wish list or for your 2025 reading list? FashionUnited has compiled a selection of books published in 2024 that we believe would be perfect additions. Total Ethics Fashion: People, our fellow animals and the planet before profit Total Ethics Fashion is a manifesto for an ethical fashion system. “This book is for those who work in fashion, those who love fashion, those who love the planet, or quite simply, those who get […]

Exclusive Virtuose: The Artistry of Couture, Hong Kong Credits: FashionUnited The newly erected Henderson building in Hong Kong has rapidly established itself as a landmark of architectural and commercial significance, epitomising the city's ambitious urban transformation. Its genesis on a former car park—now the world's most expensive plot, acquired for a staggering 3 billion dollars — symbolizes Hong Kong's relentless pursuit of architectural and economic innovation. The building's […]

Gen Z entrepreneurs Credits: Pexels A new wave of teenage entrepreneurs is transforming online marketplaces, with over 400,000 US teenagers generating income by selling second-hand items, according to recent research by Whop. The study of 1,655 teenagers aged 12-18 reveals a sophisticated digital economic landscape. Clothing resale emerges as the most prominent income stream, with 16.69 percent of teens leveraging online platforms to monetize their wardrobes. Digital Income Streams Teenagers […]

Eton flagship in Stockholm Credits: Courtesy Eton Swedish shirtmaker Eton has unveiled its latest Stockholm flagship, a 110-square-meter space testament to the brand's understated luxury. In an era of algorithmic commerce, Eton is reimagining the retail landscape, transforming the mundane act of shirt buying into a curated dialogue between craftsmanship and personal identity. The store's design, a collaboration with UK-based Quadrant Designs, features custom millwork, marble surfaces, and […]

Dior Cruis 2026 to be held in Rome Credits: Courtesy Dior A downturn in consumer spending has seen luxury houses strategically reimagining cruise collections not just as seasonal showcases, but as commercial conduits to engage new markets and diversify their global clientele footprint. Dior's latest announcement—a cruise 2026 show set in Rome next May—shows how luxury brands are transforming these collections into carefully choreographed global performances. Creative director Maria Grazia […]

Benetton Headquarters in Castrette Credits: Courtesy of Benetton Benetton Group CEO Claudio Sforza is finalising the company's reorganisation plan, which he has been working on since this summer, when he took over the Venetian company. The strategy should reduce losses from 230 million to 110 million euros within a year. The break-even point is forecast for 2026. To achieve this goal, 500 store closures are planned, according to various Italian media. The company, contacted by FashionUnited, […]

Florentina Leitner and Marie Adam-Leenaerdt. Credits: J. Van Belle - WBI via Flanders DC. Last night, MAD Brussels hosted the Belgian Fashion Awards 2024, a celebration of the creative power and diversity of the Belgian fashion scene. The prestigious awards, organised by Knack and Le Vif Weekend in collaboration with Flanders DC, MAD Brussels and Wallonie-Bruxelles Design Mode, put both established brands as well as emerging talent in the spotlight. Emma Moortgat presented the evening's […]

Interview Marks & Spencer campaign imagery. Credits: Marks & Spencer. As the new year fast approaches, retailers are continuing to prep for the upcoming SS25 season. A one that promises wide-ranging shifts in both the needs and tastes of customers, who are tightening their wallets while yielding to the revolving format of micro and seasonal trends. It's a juxtaposition that presents an interesting challenge for retailers, yet of them all, Marks & Spencer appears to have […]

Mijoda Dajomi, (Germany). Credits: Courtesy of Its Foundation Cindy Zhaohan Li, Qianhan Liu, Yifan Yu and Zuen Cai from China, Gabrielle Szwarcenberg from Belgium, Macy Grimshaw from France, Maximilian Raynor and Patrick Taylor from the UK, Mijoda Dajomi from Germany, and Naya El Ahdab from France, are the ten designers that have been shortlisted for the 2025 edition of the ITS international design contest, an initiative of the International Talent Support (ITS) foundation. A new format for […]

Credits: Fashion-Enter, archive image. Non-profit organisation and manufacturer Fashion-Enter Ltd (FEL) is opening a new location of the London-based educational institution Fashion & Textiles Academy in Newtown, Wales. The new school combines a learning academy with a factory. For the launch of the new academy, FEL’s Wales branch joined forces with the local NPTC group of colleges, as per a news article from UK digital industry platform and FEL sister company Fashion Capital. The two […]

Princesshay Shopping Centre. Credits: Chapman Taylor. Disappointing footfall levels over the course of November have left retailers turning their attention and hope towards the more abundant festive season, with the later date of Black Friday meaning the shopping event will now contribute to this period. For the four weeks from October 27 to November 23, the British Retail Consortium (BRC), together with Sensormatic, reported a total drop in UK footfall of 4.5 percent year-over-year, down […]

Ralph Lauren store front. Credits: Unsplash. When creating a new business or brand, one of the many issues to be considered is what to call it. For a designer, the most obvious naming choice is to use their own name, or a variant of their own name. It is common practice within the fashion and cosmetics industries for a designer or founder to name the brand after themself, and there can be many benefits in doing so. However, there are also possible consequences to using your own name which […]

Stock photo Black Friday Credits: via Pexels Opinion Black Friday has finally arrived, but I’ve already had enough. Since last week, I've been inundated with newsletters full of offers, and while clearing out my inbox, I've wondered whether in a time of climate crisis, with the EU aiming for a circular economy by 2050 and enacting new laws to further enforce sustainability, a bargain fest that encourages consumption is still relevant. How relevant is Black Friday? Policymakers, brands, and […]

Sustainability vs Consumerism Credits: Alicia Reyes Sarmiento//FashionUnited. This image was created using an AI tool. Black Friday means discounts everywhere. Fast fashion is already sold at rock-bottom prices, so all this overconsumption is at the expense of the environment and working conditions. These two students from Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI) at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences (AUAS) explain how things can be done differently. MAKE YOUR OWN CLOTHES "Before I started […]

Image of snake skin for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. The British Fashion Council (BFC) is believed to have moved to ban the use of exotic skins by brands taking part in London Fashion Week. Brands that want to appear on the fashion week’s schedule must commit to not using the material in their collections when showing at the event. BFC’s deputy director for policy and engagement, David Leigh-Pemberton, confirmed the news in a post on LinkedIn, where he noted designers would have to […]

Pop! retail concept by J&J. Credits: J&J Global Fulfilment. A new experiential concept is taking hold of London’s high street for the coming season with the intention of bringing e-commerce brands to the physical retail landscape. Launched by e-commerce fulfilment specialists, J&J Global Fulfilment, ‘Pop!’ will offer a selection of fast-growing online fashion and beauty brands the chance to sell directly to customers in an in-person setting. From December 2 to December 22, […]

Burberry's childrenswear collection from the Remake capsule as part of its 'Wrapped in Burberry' campaign. Credits: Burberry. In Pictures British heritage brand Burberry has unveiled a new childrenswear capsule made from surplus fabrics and yarns from prior collections. The ‘Remake’ line intends to build on the label’s efforts to incorporate more circular practices into its offering, initiatives for which have already been infused into a number of its existing products for adults. […]

Credits: Lectra Considering that 2024 summer discounts have increased compared to the previous year (+6%), even sharper price cuts are expected for Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Outerwear: the growing popularity of suede garments suggests that brands should focus their discounts on other outerwear, such as down jackets Sneakers: basic and slim-fit models are selling out quickly, while those with a more structured fit are experiencing slower turnover With Black Friday and Cyber Monday just […]

Rip Curl store. Credits: Rip Curl / Viladecans The Style Outlets. An analysis by Oxfam Australia has claimed that a number of notable Australian brands are underpaying their garment workers despite raking in over one billion dollars in revenue last year. According to the nonprofit organisation, Kmart Group, Big W, Cotton On, Rip Curl, Kathmandu owner KMD, Myder and Bonds’ parent company Hanes “still don’t pay living wages to the women working in their supply chains”. As an example, […]

Sven Kuchta Credits: FashionUnited United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC), a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of legwear, bodywear, apparel, and accessories, has recently appointed Sven Kuchta as its new Sales Director for EMEA. With extensive experience in the fashion industry, he steps into this role with a mission to drive ULAC's growth across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Sven’s journey into the fashion industry began as a sales advisor in Amsterdam, […]

Fast Retailing founder Tadashi Yanai. Credits: Fast Retailing. Fast Retailing’s chief executive, Tadashi Yanai, has claimed that the company’s core brand, Uniqlo, does not use cotton sourced from China’s Xinjiang region in its products. Yanai addressed the concern to the BBC, to which he confirmed that the company was not utilising cotton from this district, before stating: “It gets too political if I say anymore so let’s stop here.” Xinjiang, which had initially produced around a […]

Ikea's 'Hus of Frakta' pop-up store in London. Credits: Ikea. Swedish homeware giant Ikea has unveiled a new Oxford Street pop-up dedicated to its iconic blue Frakta bag. London’s ‘Hus of Frakta’, open daily until March 2025, sits next to what will soon become Ikea’s permanent store, set to open in spring 2025. In the space, Ikea offers special features to visitors, including a personalisation service in the ‘Atelier’ area, where customers can get bespoke lettering on their […]

Rave Review designers, Josephine Bergqvist and Livia Schück, at the brand's SS25 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) and Zalando have revealed the names of the finalists for the 2025 Zalando Visionary Award, the winner of which will secure a spot on the roster of CPHFW’s SS26 edition and receive industry support. London-based Feben is among the finalists. The brand, which was founded by the Ethiopian designer of the same name, is a regular of London […]

Weekday campaign with French stylist Elena Mottola. Credits: Weekday A little over a week ago, the H&M group announced that it wanted to make its Weekday brand "the ultimate destination for young people in terms of style and creative expression". The campaign for its latest capsule collection is part of this goal through a collaboration with Elena Mottola. The French designer is little known to the general public, but her edgy style resonates with the creative spirit that the brand intends […]

Black Friday Credits: Ivan Samkov / Pexels The annual Black Friday shopping day has always been about finding the best deals, but this year retailers are preparing for a US consumer more zealously fixated than ever on getting value for their money. Inflation has stabilized after dramatic price spikes during the Covid pandemic years, but consumers are still feeling the pinch -- meaning bargain-hunting strategies such as grabbing early giveaways and waiting for last-minute steals are in […]

Interview FashionClash Festival Award & Premiere. Credits: Mitch van Schijndel Last week, the French-Lebanese filmmaker Hadi Moussally received the prestigious Fashion Film Award for his film ‘Shame (عيب)’ to resounding applause and cheers at Lumière Cinema Maastricht at the Netherlands' FashionClash Festival 2024. The film captivated the audience with its daring exploration of the relationship between shame, self-expression, and culture. Although it's a film about Arab […]

Image for visualisation: On Running's flagship in Spitalfields, London Credits: On Running Swiss sportswear retailer On Running opened its first European flagship store in London in early 2023. This was followed a few months later by a second store in the bustling Spitalfields district. Now, the brand is cementing its presence in the UK with the opening of an office in the English capital. The premises, at 12 Fleur De Lis Street, is located in close proximity to the Spitalfields flagship, On […]

Bernard Arnault, portrait image, June 2022. Credits: ERIC PIERMONT / AFP Paris - France's richest man, LVMH chief Bernard Arnault, testified Thursday in the influence-peddling trial of the former head of France's domestic intelligence agency, denying any knowledge of an alleged scheme to protect the luxury group. Bernard Squarcini, the former head of the DCRI security service (since renamed the DGSI), is one of 10 men on trial and charged with using his security contacts for private gain, […]

Dior's Paris store. Credits: Dior. Following a scandal involving suppliers in Italy, the French luxury house Dior wants to take over a larger part of its own production chain. According to a report from industry magazine WWD, the company has announced the creation of a new industrial department, which will aim to strengthen production capacities in the long term and ensure the continuity of artisanal know-how. The new department will be headed by Giorgio Striano, who will take over as chief […]

Imagery of leather for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. Kering subsidiary Gucci Logistica is increasing its stake in Colonna Group to strengthen its investment in the leather industry. Gucci Logistica, which is active in the design, development, engineering, production, purchasing, sales, import and export of Gucci branded products, already held a 51 percent stake in the tannery since 2019, but is now also acquiring the remaining 49 percent, Italian media including Milanofinanza reported. […]

Pierre Cardin store. Credits: Pierre Cardin. French fashion house Pierre Cardin and its largest licensee Ahlers AG are to be fined 5.7 million euros by the European Commission for anti-competitive agreements. Pierre Cardin must pay an amount of 2.23 million and Ahlers AG 3.5 million euros. The European Commission reported that between 2008 and 2021, the two concluded several anti-competitive agreements. The investigation into the agreements showed that these agreements prohibited other […]