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Holzweiler FW24 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight In response to ongoing global turmoil, womenswear for Fall 2025 will offer a comforting embrace, with designs that prioritize introspection and emotional security. As consumers increasingly seek solace and protection in their wardrobes, the focus will shift toward soft, enveloping layers that serve both physical and emotional needs. This season, concepts of wrapping and swaddling take center stage, especially in knitwear and outerwear, […]

FW25 Womens Buyers Guide main image Credits: FW25 Womens Buyers Guide/©Launchmetrics/spotlight The fw25 ready-to-wear collections from ‘the big four’ cities are set to kick off in New York on February 6, 2025. Looking ahead to the forthcoming season, it is becoming apparent that ‘Cocooning’ will be a key word, with cozy sweater knits and fleece-lined parkas. High necklines and long lengths for dresses and skirts look fresh. After several seasons focused on body-conscious stylings, […]

The new Lee X collections Credits: Lee Denim brand Lee has launched a new product platform under the name Lee X, which is geared towards helping men find the best fit and modern designs. Encompassing a new capsule collection, the Lee X platform builds on Lee’s best-selling Extreme Motion line for men, which introduced stretch fabrics and flexible waistbands to men’s denim nine years ago. The new Lee X capsule reflects these features and adds new ones that enhance comfort and the overall […]

Zooey Deschanel for Vera Bradley Fall 2024 new campaign Credits: Vera Bradley Vera Bradley, Inc. has unveiled a new strategic cost efficiency initiative for the upcoming fiscal year 2026, which is predicted to cut company costs by approximately 20 million dollars annually. The announcement comes weeks after Vera Bradley’s largest shareholder, Fund 1, published a letter that it sent to the women’s accessories brand board suggesting it explores strategic alternatives to help bring it back to […]

Credits: JD Williams/N Brown Group British retail conglomerate N Brown Group has announced the appointment of Dene Jones as its new chief executive officer of retail. Jones, who is scheduled to take up the position from 1 February, will succeed Sarah Welsh, who is due to step down from the role after serving for five years. Upon entering the position, at which time he will also join the N Brown executive board, Jones has been tasked with continuing to evolve the group’s brand proposition, […]

Beauty Daise fragrance and bodycare products Credits: Daise Serial beauty entrepreneur Jaimee Lupton, founder of Monday Haircare, Osāna Naturals and Being, has launched a new range of mood-matching fragrance and bodycare products. Called ‘Daise’ the new beauty line has been designed to offer a fresh and fun approach to fragrance and body care catering to discerning elder Gen Alpha and young Gen Zs, which the brand states are “considered the fastest-emerging cohort of beauty […]

FW25. Credits: Moschino Adrian Appiolaza’s “Collezione 03” is a sharp-edged love letter to Britishness, refracted through Moschino’s irreverent lens. It captures the restless, shape-shifting spirit of today’s aristocratic “it” kids – the ones who lunch by day, rave by night, and escape to the countryside in between. For Moschino’s Fall/Winter 2025 Men’s and Pre-Fall Women’s collections, it’s less about class aspiration and more about character invention. Who are you […]

Jameel Mohammed, founder and designer of Khiry. Credits: CFDA. Jameel Mohammed, founder and designer of Khiry, an afrofuturist luxury jewelry brand established in 2016, made history last night as the first recipient of the inaugural Tiffany & Co. x CFDA Jewelry Designer Award. “I have long believed in the power of Tiffany & Co. as an American luxury brand. I am an American luxury designer and I am really excited to be where I belong,” Mohammed said ecstatically as he accepted the […]

Credits: Courtesy of Boohoo Boohoo has stated that an independent proxy adviser has backed its position for shareholders to vote against a resolution brought forth by Frasers Group, which is seeking the removal of Mahmud Kamani as a director. In making its recommendation, Glass Lewis is believed to have recognised the initiation of “significant actions” by Boohoo in recent months, including the launch of a business review and a slew of leadership changes, among other factors. The firm […]

Arvind Singhania, Chairman and CEO of Ester Industries Ltd. and Daniel Solomita, Founder and CEO of Loop Industries at Loop’s head office in Terrebonne, Quebec, Canada. Credits: Loop Industries. Loop Industries, the operator of PET plastic and polyester fibre recycling technology, has announced the breakdown of its joint venture with South Korean Geo Centric (SKGC). The duo had initially established their relationship in early 2023 with the intention to construct and operate an Infinite […]

Rolex Credits: File image Zurich – The frenzied demand for pre-owned watches has subsided, but the market continues to organise itself and grow faster than that of new watches, according to a study published on Thursday by Deloitte. The pre-owned watch market had accelerated in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic before experiencing a sharp reversal, but remains poised for a bright future, according to the study. “Over the next decade, the secondary market will be equivalent in size to the […]

Sandro's first store in India. Credits: Sandro Sandro is opening its first store in India. The French brand is settling in the city of Mumbai, as announced in a press release. The first Indian store paves the way for further expansion in South Asia. Sandro's first store in Mumbai mirrors the signature design of its flagship stores around the world. The 150-square-metre location will showcase the latest collections for men and women, the SMCP-owned brand said. “Sandro is excited to connect […]

MM6 Maison Margiela at Pitti Uomo Credits: Giovanni Giannoni MM6 Maison Margiela evoked the night in Florence, showcasing the versatility of black. The avant-garde label was a guest at the ongoing edition of menswear trade show Pitti Uomo on Wednesday evening, where it presented its menswear collection. The brand focused on various shades of black, complemented by select pieces in shimmering blue and purple, as well as grey. Together, the colour palette resembled a vibrant sunset, mirroring […]

Bonnie Brennan & Guillaume Cerutti Credits: Darren Gerrish With the support of the Pinault family, and on the recommendation of Guillaume Cerutti, the Christie’s board has appointed Bonnie Brennan as chief executive officer, effective February 1, 2025. Christie’s said in a statement that the change takes place as Guillaume Cerutti has been entrusted with the responsibility of implementing and overseeing a new organization for the artistic and cultural activities of their holding […]

Chanel boutique in New York. Credits: Chanel. French luxury brand Chanel has appointed three new directors amid an ongoing shift of its executive team, filings with the UK’s Companies House have shown. Simone Bagel-Trah is among the two appointments. The German businesswoman has served on the supervisory board of Henkel AG & Co. since 2001, and from 2009 became chairman of the chemical and consumer goods firm. From April 2014, Bagel-Trah has also been a member of the supervisory board […]

Manchester City's Super 'Dry' Asahi 0.0 percent kit. Credits: Asahi. Manchester City is believed to have reached a settlement agreement with British label Superdry, which had claimed the football club’s sponsorship deal with Japanese beer brand Asahi Super ‘Dry’ infringed on trademark rights. The case will therefore no longer go to London’s High Court, where it was due for trial on Tuesday. This is according to the Financial Times, which said the terms of the settlement had not been […]

Credits: Strellson The new Fall/Winter 2025 collection brings together two worlds that we call home – modern metropolises and the Swiss alpine landscape. We have united the best of both worlds to create our current winter collection, “Night Trails.” The styles capture both the dynamics of urban living and the serenity of nature. Wide silhouettes are a defining feature this season. The influence of the urban spirit can also be seen in the tailoring of the styles, which clearly favour a […]

Opinion Folded clothes. Credits: Pavel Danilyuk / Pexels The article that most likely started the rumour about a potential cotton ban in Europe by 2030 was a simple one - just a few short paragraphs, focusing on cotton as an “environmental problem”, backed by dubious figures and conjuring up an alleged cotton ban riding on actual legislation (CSRD and CSDDD). Looking at the author - a fashion company using a few alternative materials and much of recycled polyester - the case should […]

StockX's ‘Big Facts: Current Culture Index’. Credits: StockX. Marketplace and resale platform StockX has published its sixth annual ‘Big Facts: Current Culture Index’, in which it outlined which brands made the biggest impact and drove the most demand for 2024. The company used the report as an opportunity to highlight its own achievements: that it had surpassed 60 million lifetime trade over the year, and welcomed 20 million lifetime buyers, “further underscoring the strength of […]

Leeds High Street Credits: Unsplash The New West End Company (NWEC) has become a founding member of High Streets UK, a lobbying group that will set about addressing challenges currently facing UK high streets with a mission of unlocking new opportunities. The organisation, which oversees a large section of real estate in London’s West End, is joined by the likes of Liverpool BID Company, FOR Cardiff, Essential Edinburgh and other business representatives across the UK. High streets involved […]

Boucheron-Boutique in Paris Credits: Boucheron Paris – Luxury group Kering (Gucci, Saint Laurent) has signed an agreement with investment firm Ardian for the sale of 837 million euros worth of real estate assets in Paris, the company announced Wednesday. The portfolio of assets, in which Kering will retain a 40 percent stake, includes the Hôtel de Nocé on Place Vendôme and two buildings on Avenue Montaigne, among the most coveted addresses in the French capital. “We are very pleased […]

Ugg Credits: Ugg Australian footwear brand Ugg Since 1974 is changing its name overseas after a nearly decade-long legal battle with Deckers Brands, the US parent company of footwear brand Ugg, which holds exclusive sales rights for Ugg footwear in more than 130 countries. The Ugg Since 1974 name will no longer be used outside of Australia and New Zealand. In international markets, the company will now operate under a new name: 'Since 1974', CEO Todd Springthorpe shared in a TikTok video. The […]

Petit Bateau flagship store on the Champs Elysées. Credits: Petit Bateau Paris - French group Rocher announced on Wednesday that it is launching a "divestiture process for its children's fashion and home products divisions, including the Petit Bateau and Stanhome brands" in order to refocus on its core business, cosmetics. “We have the financial resources to create a new dynamic by focusing our investments on developing the potential of our care, beauty and wellness brands,” said […]

Asos x Nordstrom Credits: Asos. British retailer Asos Plc has announced changes to the format of its distribution operations. In a press release, the online retailer explains that it wants to serve American customers through "smaller, flexible and local" locations in the US and is therefore closing its Atlanta distribution centre. This will result in a loss of approximately 190 million pounds in the 2025 fiscal year. Despite the expected loss, Asos emphasises that the closure will ensure […]

Zalando headquarters Credits: Zalando Berlin-based online fashion retailer Zalando SE was able to exceed its own expectations in the final quarter of the 2024 financial year. In view of the surprisingly positive development over the Christmas period, the company increased its profit forecast on Wednesday evening. For the full year, Zalando now expects earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT), adjusted for special items, of around 510 million euros. Previously, only 440 to 480 million euros […]

Seek , July 2024 Credits: Marcus Mainz / Seek Is Berlin's last remaining fashion fair, Seek, now also facing closure? After the recent resignation of the leading minds behind the fair, the event's owner, Premium Exhibitions, is vague about the future of Seek. "The desire for a uniform platform remains great - at the same time, commitment within the industry is currently extremely cautious. We are taking on this challenge and will examine what a future-oriented format could look like that best […]

Cartier-Boutique at Jio World Centre Mall in Mumbai Credits: FashionUnited Zurich – Swiss luxury giant Richemont reported better-than-expected sales for its third quarter on Thursday, despite pressure on demand in China, posting double-digit growth in its other major markets. For the period from October to December 2024, the group, which owns the Cartier jewelry house among others, saw its sales increase by 10 percent compared to the same period a year earlier, to 6.15 billion euros, driven […]

Poundland store Credits: Pepco Group European discount retailer Pepco Group delivered first quarter revenue of 1.9 billion euros, with constant currency growth of 3 percent versus last year. However, LFL revenues declined 1.1 percent, with a positive performance from both Pepco and Dealz offset by continued challenges in the Poundland business. In December the company’s CEO Stephan Borchert told Reuters that Pepco is mulling strategic options for struggling Poundland “It is important to […]

Fortnum & Mason in London Credits: Unsplash Think back to the best department store experience you've ever had—what made it truly unforgettable? Was it the store’s location, its design, the variety of brands, or the customer service? Whatever the reason, department stores have always been at the heart of the shopping world, doubling up as must-visit landmarks and key destinations for a day out in the city. While the global shift to online shopping (next to the outbreak of COVID-19) may […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai The luxury and fashion sector experienced a turbulent year in 2024, with share price performance across 18 publicly listed companies showcasing a stark contrast between winners and losers. While some brands achieved remarkable gains, the majority of the sector struggled under macroeconomic pressures, with significant losses dragging down overall market sentiment. Topping the leaderboard was Tapestry, whose shares soared by an impressive 71%. The stock's performance […]

Proenza Schouler F22 036 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Proenza Schouler, the New York-based luxury fashion house, announced that founders Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez will step down as creative directors effective January 31st. While the fashion industry has been speculating the designer duo is headed to Loewe, with LVMH rumoured to announce Jonathan Anderson is moving to Dior, the news of exiting their own label came as a surprise. The duo, who established the brand in 2000 while […]

Filson New York City flagship store Credits: Filson Seattle-based outdoor clothing and accessories brand Filson, part of Bedrock Manufacturing Co. (BMC), has named Tim Bantle as its new president to lead the next phase of growth and global expansion for the 128-year-old heritage brand. Bantle, who was most recently chief executive officer of Seattle-based retailer Eddie Bauer, has more than 20 years of experience in leading and growing renowned brands within the outdoor apparel and equipment […]

Vanessa Seward, creative director of Begg x Co Credits: Begg x Co Luxury Scottish knitwear brand Begg x Co, known for its cashmere, has named Vanessa Seward its new creative director. Seward, who has designed a capsule collection for the Scottish brand for autumn/winter 2025, showcasing womenswear, menswear and homeware, will be working across all product categories as creative director from spring/summer 2026. In a statement, Seward said: "I feel very privileged at this point in my career to […]

The first location of Primark Home Credits: Primark Fast-fashion brand Primark is going to continue to focus on the interior segment. The originally Irish company announces that it will open the first Primark Home store. Primark’s first store, dedicated entirely to its home segment, will open in Belfast from March. The store will be over 800 square metres in size. Primark’s home offering will include bedding, towels, ceramics and homeware. Fintan Costello, Head of Primark Northern Ireland […]

Credits: Neo.Fashion. With Momentum by Neo.Fashion., the Neo.Fashion. platform is expanding its commitment to young designers and creatives. This new event format focuses on pop-ups and intimate fashion shows where participating brands express their creativity in extraordinary presentations. Momentum complements the established main show in summer and provides an additional stage to showcase the diversity and dynamic of the next generation of designers. The name Momentum symbolizes movement, […]

Dita Inovati™ collection Credits: Dita Eyewear brand Dita has launched a new bespoke collection and experience, Inovati™, where customers have the option to completely customize their frames by selecting each detail, from the frame to the lens color and the addition of precious stones, gems, and diamonds. Using 3D customization technology, customers will be able to personalize their Dita Inovati™ eyewear frames by choosing their own frame color and lens color and adding hand-placed […]

Pitti Uomo opened its doors yesterday, in Florence Credits: FashionUnited Pitti Uomo's 107th edition opened its doors yesterday in Florence. On display are the Fall/Winter 2025-26 collections from 770 brands, 45 percent of which are international. Inside the Fortezza da Basso, first-day attendance appears respectable; official numbers will be released on Friday, January 17th, the closing day of the event, but it seems that curiosity about the collections and the desire for networking are […]

Rendering of Aligne’s pop-up store in New York City Credits: Aligne LinkedIn British womenswear brand Aligne will make its bricks-and-mortar debut with a pop-up store opening in New York City this April. Located at 27 Greene Street in New York City's SoHo neighbourhood, the pop-up will carry the brand’s core womenswear products, alongside a range of exclusive items. Ginny Seymour, chief executive of Aligne, said in a statement on LinkedIn: “Bringing Aligne to New York City for our very […]

In Pictures ‘From the Heart to the Hand: Dolce&Gabbana’ exhibition Credits: Mark Blower Photography The Grand Palais in Paris has opened a new exhibition dedicated to Italian fashion house Dolce&Gabbana exploring its “creative universe” as seen through its Alta Moda, Alta Sartoria, and Alta Gioielleria collections. The ‘From the Heart to the Hand: Dolce&Gabbana’ exhibition runs until March 31 and is described as an “open love letter to Italian culture,” which […]

Credits: Barbour The Barbour International label draws on Barbour's long-standing history as a manufacturer of motorcycle apparel, which began in 1936. For Fall/Winter 2025, the brand is launching a fashionable collection inspired by the biker look. The menswear collection showcases sporty and casual styles, while the womenswear line impresses with a confident, feminine biker aesthetic. Credits: Barbour The Menswear Collection The Barbour International Fall/Winter 2025 menswear […]

Credits: Cup of Joe The denim brand Cup of Joe is set to make an impression at the upcoming Who’s Next fashion fair, taking place from January 18th to 20th, 2025, at the Porte de Versailles in Paris. Widely recognized as a premier event for fashion professionals, Who’s Next attracts over 45,000 visitors and more than 1,300 brands worldwide, creating a vibrant platform for showcasing trends and building industry connections. At this year’s edition, Cup of Joe will unveil its Fall/Winter […]

Fernando Soriano Iglesias, design director of Radley London Credits: Radley London British handbag and accessories brand Radley London has confirmed the appointment of Fernando Soriano Iglesias as its new design director. Soriano Iglesias, who started at Radley in August 2024, has been tasked with presenting a “refined vision for the brand,” and will present his first collection for autumn/winter 2025 in August this year. The collection, expected to appeal to a younger and more diverse […]

Kurt Geiger holiday campaign Credits: Kurt Geiger British footwear and accessories retailer Kurt Geiger has reported record trading over the festive period and “booming growth” in North America, where strong H1 figures show high double-digit US growth boosted by the opening of stores in the US and Mexico. With the help of celebrity fans, including Kylie Jenner, Olivia Rodrigo, Rihanna and Paris Hilton, Kurt Geiger states that North America is its fastest-growing and largest market. From […]

Pre-Fall 25 Pencil Silhouette Credits: Pre-Fall 25 Pencil Silhouette/©Launchmetrics/spotlight Christian Dior is credited with designing the ‘pencil’ skirt which he introduced in his 1954 Autumn /Winter collection. Its origins can be traced back to the ‘hobble skirt’, a full-length skirt with a narrow hem that was popular before World War I. It was inspired by Edith Berg, the first woman to fly on an airplane. Berg wore a long skirt with a cord tied around her ankles to keep it from […]

Credits: Barbour For Autumn/Winter 2025, Barbour celebrates its Scottish heritage and returns to the place where the iconic Barbour family tartan originated: Ayrshire. Characterized by expansive landscapes, Ayrshire is the homeland of company founder John Barbour. The Autumn/Winter 2025 collection stylishly translates the country theme into an urban context, with modern fits, reinterpretations of familiar classics in quilted nylon and waxed cotton, and warming layers. #The Men's Collection - […]

Posse x Moda Operandi capsule collection Credits: Moda Operandi In Pictures Australian ready-to-wear label Posse has partnered with retailer Moda Operandi to launch an exclusive capsule collection. The 16-piece capsule collection, curated by Posse’s founder and creative director, Danielle Mulham, features dresses, knitwear, tops, skirts and trousers tailored for “long-awaited escapes”. The collection aims to celebrate Moda Operandi serving as Posse’s first US retailer and being a […]

Beauty American start-up Daash Intelligence, an AI-powered predictive commerce insights platform for retail brands has secured 5.5 million US dollars in its second seed funding round. The new funding was led by new investor Bullpen Capital, with participation from GFT Ventures, as well as from returning investors Silicon Road Ventures and Red Bike Capital, bringing Daash’s total funding to date to 8.25 million US dollars. Daash said it will use the new funding to “rapidly scale” its […]

Asda sign Credits: TDR Capital Supermarket Asda has promoted Liz Evans, managing director of George, to chief commercial officer of non-food and retail. In a statement, Asda said that Evans would be leading the supermarket’s large store operations on a permanent basis alongside her leadership of the George clothing brand. Evans appointment is part of the supermarket strengthening its leadership team to refocus on its mission to “satisfy the daily and weekly shopping needs of ordinary […]

Credits: On Swiss sportswear brand On continues its creative partnership with multi-talented artist, singer, and dancer FKA twigs for the launch of its Spring/Summer 25 Training collection, unveiling The Body Is Art, Part II. Expanding on The Body Is Art, which was first introduced in Fall/Winter 24, the second creative installment redefines training as a living, breathing art form where the body becomes a canvas for creative movement. The Body Is Art reflects FKA twigs’ belief that movement […]

AI illustrating image - PFAS use in the fashion industry, focusing on the water-repellent effect on fabrics. Credits: created by FashionUnited with an AI tool. With the ringing in of 2025 came the implementation of a number of bills in the US intending to limit or ban the use and production of textile and apparel products containing per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Concern surrounding these so-called “forever chemicals” has begun mounting in recent years due to their increased […]

Credits: European Bridal Week Getting ready to unveil its 2025 edition of European Bridal Week, taking place from 29 - 31 March at Messe Essen in Germany, organisers United Fairs have created a platform with a real difference – one that takes all aspects of the industry today and market needs into consideration. This major trade event – the largest and most influential in northern Europe – salutes not only the design innovators who have set new standards of creativity and production […]

IN PICTURES From left to right. Zimmermann AW24, Reparto Studio SS25, Mercado Livre SS25, Miu Miu AW24, Boltad SS25 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight In a dynamic, ever-evolving landscape, it's crucial for brands to identify trends early and adapt flexibly to ensure future relevance. Based on a database of over 50 million customers in Europe, Berlin-based online retailer Zalando has identified five key macrotrends. These are not only reshaping design and consumer preferences but also […]

ThredUp's 'Clean Out' programme Credits: ThredUp Online resale platform ThredUp said in a preliminary results statement that fourth quarter revenue, gross margin and adjusted EBITDA margin are above previously issued guidance for the United States. The company recorded total revenue of 66.7 million dollars to 67.2 million dollars in the US versus the previous expected range of 58 million dollars to 60 million dollars. Gross margin for the quarter reached between 80.2 percent to 80.4 percent, […]

Safilo Credits: Safilo Group Safilo Group and Under Armour have renewed their global licensing agreement for Under Armour branded eyewear until 2031. "We are enthusiastic about extending our successful partnership started in 2020 with Under Armour. We are thrilled to continue this journey, leveraging Under Armour's growing consumer base in North America and in the rest of the world," said Vladimiro Baldin, chief licensed brand & global product officer, Safilo Group. Through the renewed […]

Reitmans store Credits: Facebook/Reitmans Canadian apparel retailer Reitmans (RCL) has announced the retirement of Gale Blank, its chief information officer. "Gale joined us five years ago with this goal in mind: to lay the foundations of a solid technology infrastructure essential to our long-term growth," said Andrea Limbardi, president and CEO of RCL. "Thanks to her vast experience and deep commitment, she has achieved that goal as well as put in place a team capable of continuing to build […]

Credits: Alicia Reyes Sarmiento // FashionUnited. This image was created using an artificial intelligence tool. The advent of artificial intelligence tools like Google Gemini is revolutionizing search engines and redefining the rules of the game in digital marketing. This transformation is leading to a dramatic increase in cost per lead (CPL) on Google, sometimes reaching +100%, according to experts. This evolution poses new challenges for advertisers, particularly in sensitive sectors like […]

Amazon Credits: Christian Wiediger via Unsplash Amazon will invest more than $5 billion in a data center in central Mexico, the e-commerce giant said on Tuesday, part of a push by big tech to add more storage facilities to meet the needs of AI. The director of Amazon Web Services (AWS) in Latin America, Paula Bellizia, announced the investment at President Claudia Sheinbaum's regular morning news conference in Mexico City. Bellizia said the center demonstrated Amazon's "commitment" to the […]

The Gola 120th Anniversary Collection Credits: Gola British footwear and sportswear brand Gola Classics is set to mark its 120th anniversary this spring with the launch of an exclusive capsule collection. Set to launch before the brand’s anniversary date on May 22, 2025, the limited-edition capsule collection will include its best-selling Elan sneaker in two exciting colorways and Gola’s signature Redford bag. The Gola 120th Anniversary Collection, the Elan sneakers Credits: Gola […]

Foot Locker store in Utrecht Credits: Foot Locker Foot Locker has elected Sonia Syngal and John Venhuizen as directors of the board, effective January 12, 2025. "In line with our continued focus on regular refreshment to ensure we have the right mix of skills and experience on our board, we are delighted to welcome Sonia and John as new independent directors," said Dona D. Young, Foot Locker’s non-executive chairman. The company said in a release that Syngal most recently served as president […]

The Maison de Sabré x Mr. Men & Little Miss collection Credits: Maison de Sabré Australian luxury leather goods and accessories brand Maison de Sabré has partnered with the iconic characters Mr. Men and Little Miss to launch a collaboration collection. Set to launch on January 16, this limited-edition collection of collectibles sees the brand take some of the characters from the children’s series and reimagine them into items filled with personality and nostalgia. The Maison de […]

Guess Jeans campaign imagery Credits: Guess Jeans American apparel company Guess Inc. has entered into a strategic long-term partnership with Tata Group’s ecommerce platform, Tata CLiQ, to launch Guess Jeans in India. Through this new partnership Guess Inc., which currently operates its Guess brand in India through its subsidiary Guess India Pvt Ltd, is set to expand the retail presence of Guess Jeans in the country, with Tata CLiQ serving as the brand's official retailer in both […]

Regis Rimbert, CEO, Wolford AG Credits: Wolford AG Wolford has announced that Regis Rimbert is resigning from the management board effective January 17, 2025, within a year of his taking over as the company’s CEO. The company has announced the appointment of current global CFO, Andrea Rossi, as the interim general manager. Since 2018, both Lanvin Group and Wolford have been owned by Chinese financial investor Fosun, with Wolford sitting under the Lanvin Group portfolio. In June last year, […]

Credits: Dstrezzed This season, Dstrezzed returns to Pitti Uomo, inviting you to visit Stand 1 Cortile Lorenes from 14-17 January to discover their new Autumn Winter ’25 collection. More than just a showcase, this collection reflects a journey—one that mirrors the twists and turns of life itself. Credits: Dstrezzed As we step into new chapters and take unexpected turns, life often calls for a shift in style—a look that captures readiness for what’s next. These crossroads mark a […]

In Pictures Flea models the Levi’s x Undercover collection Credits: Levi’s by Clara Balzary San Francisco-based denim brand Levi’s has unveiled a new collaboration with Undercover in celebration of the Japanese brand’s 35th anniversary. Founded in 1990 by Japanese designer Jun Takahashi, Undercover has become known for blending high fashion with streetwear and underground influences. For the second Levi’s x Undercover collection, the 9-piece line takes inspiration from both […]

Raspberry AI website Credits: Raspberry AI Raspberry AI, the generative AI platform for fashion creatives, has secured 24 million US dollars in Series A funding led by Andreessen Horowitz (a16z). The company’s existing investors Greycroft, Correlation Ventures and MVP Ventures also joined in the round, along with notable angel investors, including Gokul Rajaram and Ken Pilot. In a statement, Raspberry AI said the funding would be used to accelerate its product development and add top […]

Priya Downes, Nudea founder and CEO. Credits: Nudea. CEO Interview Five years ago, Priya Downes set about on a mission to reshape the underwear industry. Recognising a lack of practical yet contemporary lingerie on the market, particularly for women facing rapid life changes, she left her job in the luxury field to embark on a new journey. A one in which she went head on against learning curves, sustainability obstacles and a sense of consumer fatigue towards underwear as a whole. Now, […]

Fossil.com Credits: Fossil Amazon’s direct-to-customer offering ‘Buy with Prime’ will be expanding to watch and accessories brand Fossil’s website in February. The move will mean that US-based Prime members will be able to shop on Fossil.com and enjoy the “power of Amazon’s fulfilment network,” meaning fast, free delivery, easy returns and 24/7 shopper support. Peter Larsen, vice president of Buy with Prime and Amazon Multi-Channel Fulfillment, said in a statement: "This […]

Altuzarra FW24. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has unveiled the preliminary schedule of New York Fashion Week’s fall/winter 2025 season. Kicking off February 6, the event will begin with a show by Brandon Maxwell, before culminating on February 11 with a runway by CFDA chairman Thom Browne. The schedule features more than 52 runway shows and designer presentations, with further collections to be presented digitally and by appointment. […]

Liverpool One. Credits: Liverpool One. UK real estate firm Landsec welcomed strong results for the Golden Quarter, with its portfolio of major retail destinations “outperforming external benchmarks” as footfall and sales continued to grow. Over 800 million pounds was spent in Landsec destinations during the period, coming ahead of expectations, with overall spending increasing 3.8 percent year-on-year. Trinity Leeds led the way, as sales rose 13.1 percent at the shopping centre. Footfall […]

Credits: GAS The GAS Fall Winter 2025 collection celebrates the authentic essence of the brand: denim. This iconic and timeless element, at the core of the brand’s identity, dominates the collection while embracing new inspirations that range from Brit style to varsity aesthetics. The GAS archive remains an inexhaustible source of inspiration and creative innovation. Among its iconic campaigns, the one shot in the streets of London in the 2000s inspired the Brit theme of this collection: […]

Image: The Very Group Headquarters Over the peak trading period, for the seven weeks to 27 December 2024, Very UK reported a sales growth of 2.3 percent year-on-year, while group sales rose 0.5 percent. These figures increased further when excluding the sales impact of Nike, which has switched to a direct-to-consumer model. With this, Very UK and the group’s retail sales grew 4.5 percent and 2.8 percent, respectively. While the Home category led the way in terms of growth, with sales up 15 […]

Brunello Cucinelli store Credits: Brunello Cucinelli For the year 2024, Italian luxury group Brunello Cucinelli’s revenues of 1,278.4 million euros, increased by 12.2 percent at current exchange and 12.4 percent at constant exchange rates. In the fourth quarter, the company achieved a turnover of 358 million euros, an increase of 11.6 percent year-on-year. The company said in a statement that sales in the last few weeks of the year, especially in the direct channel, have enabled it to […]

Sosandar Credits: Image: Sosandar, Facebook Womenswear label Sosandar has said it is on track to secure one million pounds in profit before tax (PBT) for the full year to 31 March 2025 as it continued to swing into a positive trajectory during the latest financial quarter. For the three months ended 31 December 2024, the third quarter of FY25, the company reported a revenue of 12.2 million pounds, down from 14.3 million pounds in the same period of the year prior. The decline was linked to an […]

Urban Outfitters storefront Credits: Urban Outfitters Urban Outfitters net sales for the two and eleven months increased by 10 percent and 7 percent, respectively. After the company reported positive set of results, Jefferies analyst Corey Tarlowe increased the company's share price target, from 36 dollars to 40 dollars while maintaining an Underperform rating on the stock. According to a Investing.com report, while Urban Outfitters brand declined by 4 percent, Jefferies sees the positive […]

JD Sports store Credits: JD Sports In a pre-close trading update, sportswear retailer JD Sports said that like-for-like (LFL) revenue across November and December was down 1.5 percent, in a challenging and volatile market that saw increased promotional activity. The company now expects profit before tax and adjusting items to be between 915 million pounds and 935 million pounds compared to guidance in November when it expected profit at the lower end of the 955 million pounds to 1.035 billion […]

Abercrombie & Fitch store in Los Angeles Credits: Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Abercrombie & Fitch expects to complete the year with net sales growth around 15 percent, as well as a strong operating margin around 15 percent. The company previously expected sales to rise between 14 percent and 15 percent for the period. Last year, the company’s holiday sales were up by 21 percent compared with the year prior to that, while its full year sales growth outlook is similar to that of last […]

Macy's flagship in New York Credits: Macy's Inc. Macy’s has reaffirmed its fourth-quarter financial expectations, forecasting adjusted diluted earnings per share to fall within the previously announced range of 1.40 dollars to 1.65 dollars. The company also anticipates net sales to be near the lower end of its prior guidance, ranging from 7.8 billion dollars to 8 billion dollars. In a trading statement, Macy's noted that comparable sales were roughly flat overall, with the company’s […]

American Eagle store Credits: American Eagle Outfitters American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) announced that fourth quarter-to-date comparable sales to January 4, 2025, were up in the low single digits, tracking ahead of recent guidance of positive 1 percent. The company said trends across American Eagle and Aerie were positive. As a result, American Eagle is raising its fourth quarter outlook, with operating profit expected to be approximately 135 million dollars, up from previous guidance of 125 […]

Lululemon store Credits: Pexels For the fourth quarter, Lululemon Athletica now expects net revenue will be in the range of 3.560 billion dollars to 3.580 billion dollars, representing growth of 11 percent to 12 percent or 6 percent to 7 percent excluding the 53rd week of 2024. The company previously expected revenue to be in the range of 3.475 billion dollars to 3.510 billion dollars. The company said in a release that diluted earnings per share are now expected to be in the range of 5.81 […]

People Matt Maddox, president at Authentic Brands Group Credits: Authentic Brands Group Authentic Brands Group, the global brand development and licensing platform, has appointed former Wynn Resorts chief executive Matt Maddox as its new president. Maddock, who has more than 20 years of experience in global hospitality and gaming, has been brought in to accelerate the growth of Authentic’s expanding brand portfolio, which includes Champion, Ted Baker, Reebok, Juicy Couture, Quiksilver, […]

Harrys London flagship store in Belgravia, London Credits: Harrys London British footwear brand Harrys London has named Maud O’Keeffe as its new design director. O’Keeffe, who has worked at fashion houses such as Jean Paul Gaultier, Patrick Cox, Alexander McQueen, and Mr Porter’s Mr P, will replace Graeme Fidler, who served as consulting creative director. As design director, O’Keeffe will be responsible for all Harrys London’s footwear and accessories collections. Commenting on the […]

Tolu Coker SS25 at LFW - part of NewGen Credits: Tolu Coker The British Fashion Council (BFC), which organises London Fashion Week, is collaborating with Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW) to accelerate the industry's sustainability actions across the Nordic and British fashion markets. In a statement, the BFC said it will be rolling out the Sustainability Requirements framework developed by CPHFW, where minimum standards covering environmental and social considerations will be embedded into the […]

Marco D’Acunzo, chief executive of North America at Marcolin Credits: Marcolin Italian eyewear company Marcolin has appointed Marco D’Acunzo as the new chief executive of North America. D’Acunzo is a senior executive with more than 15 years of experience with premium brands in the automotive, sport and hospitality industries and brings “extensive knowledge in sales, marketing and business strategy”. As CEO of North America, D’Acunzo will be responsible for overseeing the group’s […]

Princess Polly store. Credits: Princess Polly People A.k.a. Brands Holding Corp., which includes brands targeting Gen Z and millennial audiences, such as Princess Polly, Culture Kings, Mnml and Petal & Pup, has appointed Ciaran Long as chief executive officer, effective immediately. Long, who has more than 25 years of financial leadership, strategic development and management experience, has held the joint role of interim chief executive officer and chief financial officer since March […]

A resort look from Celandine Credits: Anthropologie Anthropologie Group, part of the URBN portfolio, has announced the launch of a new resortwear brand, aimed at offering vacation-ready styles all year round. The new brand is called Celandine, named after the bright yellow flower, which is opened by warmth, and features a curated selection of vacation essentials from dresses and coordinated sets to swimwear, cover-ups, accessories, skincare and beauty. The label will be designed in-house and […]

Second-hand clothing market burnt down in Kantamanto in Accra, Ghana Credits: Nipah Dennis / AFP It has been more than a week and a half since the fire broke out at the second-hand market Kantamanto in Ghana and the impact is becoming increasingly clear. An inventory by non-profit organization The Or Foundation shows that more than 60 percent of the market has been destroyed and 10,000 people have been affected. The 40 percent that was not destroyed mainly employs thousands of upcyclers and […]

J.Jill retail store Credits: Ritu Jethani via Dreamstime Reaffirming its fourth quarter outlook, J.Jill said that the company continues to expect net sales to be down 4 percent to 6 percent, while comparable sales to be up 1 percent to 3 percent. The company added that adjusted EBITDA is expected to be in the range of 12 million dollars to 14 million dollars. For fiscal 2024, the company continues to expect net sales to be about flat to up 1 percent compared to fiscal 2023 and comparable sales […]

Una delle campagne di Oliviero Toscani per United colors of Benetton Credits: Benetton media centre The name Oliviero Toscani, who passed away today in Cecina, is inextricably linked to that of the Benetton family. For the Veneto brand (which is currently experiencing a deep crisis and is being restructured under the leadership of CEO Claudio Sforza), Toscani created the historic campaigns that established United Colors of Benetton's global success. Oliviero Toscani: From 1982 to 2000, he […]

Edouard Schneider, chief brand officer at Messika Credits: Buonomo & Cometti French luxury jewellery brand Messika has named communications veteran Edouard Schneider as its chief brand officer, effective immediately, as the brand looks to expand its international footprint. Schneider joins Messika from Acne Studios, where he has served as global communication director and head of the brand’s French division. Prior to Acne Studios, he held key leadership positions, including global public […]

In Pictures Casetify Travel campaign image Credits: Casetify Casetify, known for its smartphone accessories, has expanded into travel with a fully customisable, made-to-order premium luggage line available in North America and South Korea. In a statement, Casetify said the expansion marks a “natural evolution for the brand,” leveraging its proven expertise in impact protection for travel gear while offering personalisation options beyond the traditional canvas as it looks to offer a […]

TikTok-App Credits: Pexels New data from the Retail Technology Show (RTS) shows that Millennials now outshop Gen Z on social media, becoming the fastest-growing demographic for social media purchases. Despite Gen Z often being stereotyped as the TikTok generation, Millennials now outshop their younger consumer counterparts across TikTok, Instagram and Facebook, according to the latest research by the RTS. The research of more than 1,000 shoppers showed that the number of social commerce […]

Cotton plantation. Credits: Trisha Downing/Unsplash The New Year is just a few days old and an interesting debate already ensued – a supposed ban on cotton that the EU wants to enforce by 2030. One might indeed think April Fool’s Day had fallen on January 1st this year, because an EU-wide ban on cotton is neither feasible nor advisable. “There is no EU legislation banning cotton, and there are no plans to ban cotton in the future,” a media spokesperson of the EU Commission wrote, […]

Beauty Canada’s new WNBA team Toronto Tempo Credits: Toronto Tempo Beauty retail brand Sephora Canada has been named as a founding partner for Canada’s first Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) team, the Toronto Tempo, which will join the league in 2026. As part of the multi-year partnership with the Toronto Tempo, Sephora Canada will have its logo adorned on the basketball players' jerseys, as well as being the team’s official beauty partner. Teresa Resch, president […]

Report Gucci SS25 collection details Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight After years of exceptional growth fueled by surging demand, price increases, and the dominance of megabrands, the luxury industry is facing a significant slowdown. Between 2019 and 2023, the sector achieved a 5 percent annual growth rate, driven by record profitability and strong performance in China, but by 2025, macroeconomic headwinds and shifting consumer preferences have curtailed momentum. The latest insights […]

Being Frenshe haircare by Ashley Tisdale Credits: Being Frenshe Beauty American retailer Target is kickstarting 2025 with an expansion to its wellness category, adding more than 2,000 new items, including more than 600 exclusives. In a statement, Target said the expansion across multiple categories, including beauty, hair health, wellness technology, and apparel, was part of the retailer’s strategy to take an integrated approach to wellbeing and infuse it throughout its assortment, “so […]

Alexandre Assouline, president of Assouline Credits: Assouline LinkedIn Book publisher Assouline, known for its designer coffee table books on fashion and art, has named Alexandre Assouline as its new president. In a statement on LinkedIn, Assouline said that Alexandre, who was most recently chief of operations, brand and strategy, had been “a driving force” in modernising the brand by expanding its global reach and strengthening its positioning as a luxury lifestyle company. Assouline […]

Bonpoint x Khaite childrenswear collection Credits: Bonpoint x Khaite by Hanna Tveite Private investment firm EPI has confirmed the sale of French luxury children’s brand Bonpoint to Chinese Conglomerate Youngor Group for an undisclosed amount. In a statement, EPI, which has owned Bonpoint for more than 17 years, said the sale would enable Bonpoint “to embark on a new phase of growth,” accelerating its strong growth momentum supported by a brand developer in Asia. During its tenure, EPI […]

Northern Reflections logo Credits: Northern Reflections Putman Investments, the owner of Toys “R” Us Canada and HMV in the UK, has acquired Canadian women’s clothing retailer Northern Reflections Limited for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition comes as Northern Reflections celebrates its 40th anniversary and includes all 134 stores across nine provinces in Canada and a growing e-commerce presence. Doug Putman, founder of Ancaster-based Putman Investments, said in a statement: "The […]

Italian Photographer Oliviero Toscani holds his new 2013 calendar dedicated to tattooed people as he poses with his models on January 10, 2013 in Florence. Credits: FABIO MUZZI/AFP Oliviero Toscani, the Italian fashion photographer known for his work on Benetton's provocative advertising campaigns, died Monday aged 82, his family announced. "With great sadness we announce that today, January 13, 2025, our beloved Oliviero has embarked on his next journey," his family said in a statement on […]

Estée Lauder Credits: The Estée Lauder Companies/Facebook On Friday, Estée Lauder Companies (EL) announced the retirement of Ronald S. Lauder from its Board of Directors, effective immediately. Following his retirement, the Board has elected Eric Zinterhofer as a director. Under the stockholders' agreement with the Lauder family, Lauder has the right to appoint two board members. While his daughter, Jane Lauder, will continue in her current role on the Board, Lauder has designated his […]