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Zara store at Iraq Mall in Baghdad. Credits: Azadea Global fashion supply chains are currently navigating a period of profound instability as escalating conflict in the Middle East severely disrupts the flow of goods from South Asian manufacturing hubs to European high streets. As of March 2026, the closure of vital airspace and the suspension of operations at major transit hubs like Dubai have created a major problem for brands retailers. While maritime routes have long been under pressure […]

Kathryn Smith Image: Worldly Worldly has appointed Kathryn Smith as vice president of human rights risk solutions. In this newly created position, she will be responsible for the company's social compliance and human rights strategy, the US technology provider announced on Wednesday. Smith joins from US retailer Walmart, where she worked for almost 12 years. Most recently, she served as senior director of responsible sourcing – human rights and environment, leading programmes on responsible […]

A Bangladeshi shopkeeper presents a traditional sari to a customer in a Tangail store. Credits: Credit: Photo by MUNIR UZ ZAMAN / AFP Tangail (Bangladesh) - Despite its recent official recognition by Unesco, the centuries-old art of Tangail sari weaving is struggling in Bangladesh. It is threatened by the relentless evolution of fashion and economic competition. In his workshop in the town that gave its name to the craft, Ajit Kumar Roy holds little hope for the future of the technique he […]

Caroline Brown , global brand president of The North Face Credits: VF Corporation Caroline Brown, the global brand president of The North Face, is due to step down at the end of March after nearly two years in the position. Brown had first joined the brand’s parent company VF Corporation in 2024, initially as a member of the conglomerate’s board of directors before becoming part of its global leadership team. Her departure was confirmed during the group’s Citi Global Consumer & […]

Credits: Instappraise Instappraise has renewed and expanded its educational partnership with the National Association of Jewelry Appraisers (NAJA), introducing a third scholarship designed to support professional training in jewelry appraisal. The initiative aims to strengthen education standards within the appraisal profession and improve access to formal qualifications as industry requirements and consumer expectations evolve. Under the renewed programme, three scholarships will support […]

Harris Reed at the finale of Nina Ricci's AW25 show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight American designer Harris Reed has announced his departure from Nina Ricci, the French luxury brand he has creatively helmed for three and a half years. Reed confirmed the news on his personal Instagram, where he revealed plans to turn his full attention to his own namesake label. His statement continued: “I am leaving Nina Ricci with a heart full of gratitude and a profound appreciation for all that my […]

Credits: Hackett London Hackett, one of the brands of global fashion group AWWG, presents David Gandy as the ambassador of its main brand campaign for Spring/Summer 2026. Titled “The Journey of a Man”, it explores the idea that a man is not defined by his destination, but by the journey he takes. Beyond an icon of British style, David Gandy represents a life shaped by experience, growth, and quiet confidence; bringing authenticity to a campaign that celebrates the journey and the character […]

Jill visual Credits: WSN From October 2 to 5, 2026, Paris Fashion Week will host a new fashion and accessories trade fair dedicated to collaborations, one-of-a-kind pieces and limited editions. Artistic direction is led by Jean-Pierre Blanc, former director of the Hyères Festival, under the guidance of Frédéric Maus, chief executive officer of WSN. For Blanc, this marks a new venture in Paris after 40 years of festivals in the south of France supporting young designers. This occurs within […]

Collective Fashion Justice founder Emma Hakansson campaigns for an animal-friendly fashion industry. Credits: Collective Fashion Justice Research by the animal rights organisation Collective Fashion Justice (CFJ) reveals that lobbying has distorted the perception of the exotic animal skin industry. Executives from two departments of the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), an NGO founded in France in 1948, held commercial interests in continuing the harvesting of exotic […]

Primark UK store. Credits: Primark Budget retail giant Primark has announced an increase in pay for retail assistants across the UK. From April 1, employees in England, Scotland and Wales will have their hourly wage raised to a minimum of 13 pounds or 13.71 pounds in London. The company, which employs over 30,000 people in the region within retail and head office roles, said that over the last three years, on average, a Primark employee’s hourly rate has increased by over 15 percent. This […]

Credits: ARMA On Saturday, March 7th, ARMA Creative Director Maral Aykaz hosted their presentation of the Autumn-Winter 2026 collection in the 6ème arrondissement in Paris, welcoming editors and friends of the brand to preview the new collection. Credits: ARMA The ARMA apartment was decorated with vintage furniture, wood and marble displays, alongside objects brought from the brand’s studio in Amsterdam, recreating the intimacy of home and reflecting the textures and warmth of the […]

SS27: Craig Green, Aubero, Fiorucci Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight This video offers an intimate glimpse into the New York City studio of designer Julian Louie, founder of the contemporary fashion label Aubero. Known for his architectural approach to clothing, Louie guides viewers through his workspace, providing insight into the physical environment that fuels his design process. The footage captures the organized chaos of a working fashion studio—from pattern-making tables and fabric […]

Max Alexander created his first collection in summer 2021. Credits: Courtesy of Sherri Madison, mother of Max Alexander, photo credit Amanda Michaels New talent is abundant at Paris Fashion Week. However, few provoke such a mix of fascination and curiosity. On March 3, at the Palais Garnier, a young American designer presented a notable collection to international journalists and buyers. His unique characteristic is that he is only nine years old. Max Alexander has become one of the most […]

Gant's Selfridges Trafford pop-up. Credits: Gant. Swedish-American heritage label Gant has unveiled a pop-up experience at Selfridges Trafford in Manchester as it continues with an ongoing retail expansion in the UK. The site, open till May 24, offers a curated edit of Gant’s spring/summer 2026 menswear collection, including rugby shirts, Harrington jackets, and everyday essentials. Its design intends to reflect the brand’s signature contemporary collegiate style, seen in green tones and […]

Chanel, autumn/winter 2026, Ready to Wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Interview Paris Fashion Week autumn/winter 2026, which took place from March 2 to 10, “delivered remarkable strength,” according to Simon Longland, director of buying, fashion at Harrods, who was impressed by collections from Chanel, Dior, Tom Ford, Givenchy and Hermes, as well as the “confident” debut from Antonin Tron at Balmain. “After several seasons marked by high-profile creative debuts, this felt like […]

Jil Sander and Oliver Peoples launch the first drop of the Jil Sander Oliver Peoples collection of sunglasses. Credits: Jil Sander The energy of contrasts imbues the JIL SANDER vision. In the JIL SANDER Oliver Peoples collection, this dualism becomes a balance of the angular and the organic, the industrial and the natural - expressed through a streamlined yet tactile use of titanium and acetate. The understated spirit translates into a discreet use of branding, which is subtly integrated into […]

Amazon Credits: Christian Wiediger via Unsplash A US federal judge has temporarily banned Perplexity AI from using its Comet browser for purchases on Amazon. Comet is an AI agent that independently performs tasks on the web at the user's request, including logging into secure Amazon Prime accounts and completing the transaction. Amazon sued the company for computer fraud. The lawsuit does not stem from a lack of user consent, but because Amazon, as the platform, never agreed to automated […]

Vincent Perriard, chief executive of Cambridge Satchel Credits: Cambridge Satchel British accessories brand Cambridge Satchel, which is part of French group Chargeurs Invest, has appointed Vincent Perriard as the brand’s new chief executive, succeeding Carine de Koenigswarter. Perriard, a Swiss entrepreneur who has expertise in brand strategy, innovation, and rejuvenation across the luxury and technology industries, joined the company in November 2025 to take both Cambridge Satchel and […]

SS26. Credits: Prada With the spring/summer 2026 collection, Prada once again explores the tension that has characterised the house for years: an apparent simplicity with just enough expression. This is also reflected in the sunglasses, featuring clean lines, precise volumes and a design language that is both discreet and distinct. The result is frames that do more than just protect from the sun. They function as a subtle statement, a detail that directs a look while also saying something […]

Credits: LAFORMELA LAFORMELA continues a rigorous approach to design, centered on structure, tailoring, and material research. Garments are not conceived as spectacle, but as an exercise in construction. For Autumn/Winter 2026, the silhouettes become sharper, with more precise and assertive lines. Comfort remains the foundation of the design. Exaggerated shoulders, cinched waists, and contrasting volumes in blazers, coats, and suits create an almost architectural presence. Form defines the […]

SS26. Credits: HUGO Many young people grow up navigating the gap between what's expected of them and what they truly want to pursue. Yet a new generation is emerging—one that's quietly rejecting the corporate grind to redefine success on their own terms. In a world that keeps telling them to stay put, they're choosing to GO. HUGO is responding to this cultural shift with its new campaign, Red Means Go: a mantra that celebrates those who leave behind what no longer serves them to pursue […]

G-Shock x Crocs collaboration Credits: G-Shock / Crocs Footwear specialist Crocs is set to open its first full-price store in the UK as part of its ongoing 2026 retail strategy. The US brand confirmed the news to Drapers, which reported that the store will open March 20 in Westfield Stratford City, London. In a statement to the media outlet, Adrian Holloway, Crocs senior vice president and general manager of EMEA, said: “We are delighted to open our first UK mainline Crocs store in one of […]

Credits: JoJo Maman Bébé, Facebook British retailer FatFace is continuing to expand its offering by adding JoJo Maman Bébé to its store. The baby and kidswear brand has been introduced to FatFace’s Bluewater Shopping Centre location as part of the company’s broader efforts to trial new formats in retail. Over 200 Jojo styles are now available at the site, spanning babywear, kids’ pieces, and special gifting. The decision to launch JoJo specifically builds on FatFace’s mission to […]

Bershka Active. Credits: Bershka The new Bershka Active collection reinterprets athleisure from an urban perspective. This offering combines comfort and style in pieces designed for everyday wear. Colour sets the tone for the season. All-white emerges as a key look for the year, while pastel yellow adds a trend-led accent. The palette is rounded out with fleece greys, khakis and blacks, providing balance and versatility. Credits: Bershka Bershka Active focuses on the season's key […]

In Pictures Lee x Feng Chen Wang collection campaign Credits: Lee Jeans American denim brand Lee Jeans has launched an exclusive collaboration with London-based Chinese designer Feng Chen Wang, celebrating the 101st anniversary of Lee’s iconic 101 series. The collection sees Wang reimagining the classic American cowboy silhouette of Lee’s 101s through her distinctive, deconstructed lens, while also blending traditional Chinese cultural motifs with contemporary streetwear and […]

Cartier x Drest collaboration Credits: Drest Fashion styling mobile game Drest has launched a new partnership with luxury jewellery brand Cartier, as the platform continues its evolution into jewellery, broadening the platform’s luxury categories beyond fashion and accessories. The collaboration launches the new Clash de Cartier collection on Drest, inviting players to “discover, explore and style” the newest drop of rings, earrings, bracelets and necklaces, through a guided narrative […]

Credits: Zimmermann For Fall 2026, ZIMMERMANN channels a spirit of confidence, independence, joy, and grit, as embodied by trailblazing Australian women who redefined what was possible for future generations. “Fall 2026 is inspired by Australian women during the 1920s, who rewrote the rules at a time of great social change. My grandmother was a lifesaver at Coogee Beach in her late teens, and her stories of that time always captivated me. I looked to other incredible women from that era, […]

SS26. Credits: Sportmax For spring/summer 2026, Sportmax continues its exploration of movement, grounding the female form firmly in the real world. Evolving from the previous season, the campaign places the Sportmax woman in an urban context, shifting her presence from abstraction to lived experience. Shot inside a one-of-a-kind brutalist villa on the outskirts of Paris, the setting becomes a natural extension of the collection itself: architectural, precise, and uncompromising. Here, the […]

SS26. Credits: Weekend Max Mara Destination Mallorca! Get ready for an adventure with the new spring/summer 2026 advertising campaign by Weekend Max Mara. It is a journey of freedom and exploration on the island of Majorca, Spain, amidst the sun's glow and the warm light of sunsets. The protagonist unleashes her adventurous spirit on an unforgettable road trip, balancing the thrill of discovering new places with the comfort of carefully selected looks. Travelling through the sun-kissed […]

MarqVision Logo Credits: MarqVision MarqVision, the AI-powered platform that helps companies detect, monitor, and remove counterfeit products and digital piracy across the web, has added James Lee, Melissa Coleman, and Tony Park to its executive team to help it scale operations and deepen customer impact. James Lee has been appointed global head of finance to strengthen MarqVision’s financial strategy and operational alignment to support global scale. He was previously the senior vice […]

Vera Wang portrait Credits: Vera Wang Watch company Citizen has announced it is launching a designer collaboration with Vera Wang in spring 2027, as part of the brand’s investment in its women’s watch business. The Vera Wang for Citizen collection is part of the watchmaker’s 50th anniversary of its Eco-Drive Innovation. It has been developed “through a close creative partnership” with the American designer, with Citizen expressing that Wang has been hands-on involved across concept […]

Credits: courtesy of Desigual Desigual presents JOYWEAR , its new Spring/Summer 2026 collection, conceived as a vibrant celebration of joy and self-expression. This collection captures the spirit of summer through color, energy, and naturalness, reaffirming the brand's DNA: optimism, creative freedom, and a deeply emotional vision of fashion. The JOYWEAR campaign stars model Delilah Belle , who brings a new dimension of authenticity, attitude, and energy to the collection. Known for her work […]

Louis Vuitton AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Models wore mountain capes, shepherds' hats and carried bags with bells attached to them as Louis Vuitton brought the curtain down on Paris fashion week with a back-to-nature show Tuesday. Parading in the main Louvre courtyard, with actors Zendaya and Ana de Armas in attendance, the brand's artistic director Nicolas Ghesquiere said the aim was to take the well-heeled spectators back to founder Louis Vuitton's roots in the Jura […]

Óscar García Maceiras, chief executive officer of Inditex, during the presentation of the annual results for the 2024 financial year. Credits: Inditex. Madrid – Inditex, the parent company of fashion chains including Zara, Bershka, and Massimo Dutti, released its consolidated results for the 2025 fiscal year earlier today. The period ran from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. As expected, the company completed the year by registering new record highs in both sales and profits. Inditex […]

Katy Perry. Credits: BFA/Sansho Scott Australian designer Katie Perry has won the right to sell clothes under her name, claiming victory Wednesday in a years-long trademark spat with US pop megastar Katy Perry. Designer Katie Perry accused her far more famous namesake of trademark infringement, arguing she had claimed the "Katie Perry" brand before the singer became a global sensation. But songstress Katy Perry said her music had already gone "viral" as the designer started selling clothes […]

Credits: Milan Fashion Week FW26 ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Milan’s key message this season was a celebration of the modern Italian woman. Whether she is 26 or 62, designers acknowledged that she needs a versatile wardrobe and an equally varied colour palette, ranging from black, navy and grey to brighter notes such as marigold yellow and mid-toned pink. Her many moods were captured particularly well at Prada, where each of the 15 models appeared in four distinct layers, combining multiple […]

Streetstyle FW26 Paris Fashion Week Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Fashion month reaches its finale in Paris, where Paris Fashion Week traditionally marks the end of an intensive series of shows. On the street, this feels like a final explosion of style, with visitors pulling out all the stops one last time. While subtle styling details dominated in previous cities, Paris focuses more on accessories and proportions that immediately catch the eye. Oversized belts are draped around waists; […]

Fabletics Denim. Credits: Fabletics. Fabletics is venturing into a new category for the first time in response to heightened customer demand. The US activewear brand has unveiled its first denim collection, offering looks that intend to serve as an extension of its focus on comfort and fit. To create the line, Fabletics partnered with denim expert Benjamin Talley Smith, who aided in pocket placement, washes, branded shanks and other details. The collection will become available both online […]

Bimba y Lola store in the Réel Mall shopping centre in Shanghai, China. Credits: Bimba y Lola. Bimba y Lola has shared its results for the 2025 financial year, which ended on February 28. The Galician company achieved sales of 250 million euros, a 7 percent increase on the previous year's 234 million euros. “The year of our 20th anniversary has concluded very positively. In addition to strong sales performance, Bimba y Lola has continued to take important steps in the brand's global […]

Jean Paul Gaultier FW26 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Since his appointment as Jean Paul Gaultier's successor, The Hague-native Duran Lantink seems to be playing a game of cat and mouse with the fashion world. His debut was loud, provoking global reactions. In contrast, his second appearance at Paris Fashion Week was remarkably composed. Instead of a spectacle of colour and form, including trompe l'oeil nude bodysuits, he presented a monochrome collection of tailoring and luxurious […]

Inditex's 2025 annual general meeting, held on July 15, 2025, in Arteixo, La Coruña (Spain). Credits: Screenshot. Madrid – Inditex will present its full-year results for 2025 this Wednesday, March 11, covering the period from February 1, 2025, to January 31, 2026. The Spanish fashion multinational is expected to report record highs in sales and profits, despite the impact of fluctuating exchange rates. To provide context, Inditex closed its 2024 fiscal year with annual sales of 38.63 […]

Andy Holmes has been named the new SVP, CFO & operations at Jimmy Choo Image: Jimmy Choo Footwear specialist Jimmy Choo has filled a key position. On Tuesday, the company, part of fashion group Capri Holdings, announced the appointment of Andy Holmes as senior vice president (SVP), CFO & operations. Holmes succeeds Richard Kozlowski, who will leave the company at the end of March. According to his new employer, Holmes brings over two decades of leadership experience from renowned […]

Credits: PXL-MAD PXL-MAD School of Arts has introduced Fashion Technology Futures, a one-year postgraduate programme designed to explore the intersection of fashion, technology and emerging creative systems. Launching in October 2026, the programme responds to the growing impact of digitalisation, artificial intelligence and new production models on the fashion industry. Rather than treating technology simply as a tool, the course positions it as a creative language that shapes how fashion is […]

Abra, autumn/winter 2026/2027 collection. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Madrid – Abraham Ortuño emerged as a prominent Spanish figure at the latest edition of Paris Fashion Week. The Paris-based, Alicante-born designer presented the final collection for his eponymous house, Abra, on Monday. The event drew heightened interest following last week’s confirmation of Ortuño’s appointment as the new global creative director of the Camper group. Ortuño’s career followed an […]

Sir Paul Smith book ‘Threads: My Life in Style’ Credits: Pan Macmillan British fashion designer Sir Paul Smith will be releasing a book on his life, published by Pan Macmillan in September. The ‘Threads: My Life in Style,’ book will cover Smith’s career and life from being leaving school at fifteen with undiagnosed dyslexia to growing a global business from its origins in one small shop in Nottingham, England, as well as how he met the love of his life at 21, and the his immersion […]

Sparxell Lab. Credits: Sparxell. Netflix is set to drop a new documentary detailing the potential link between microplastics and associated chemicals to fertility decline and long-term health risks. Due to premiere March 16, ‘The Plastic Detox’ will dive into the various ways plastic products have been embedded into everyday life and will investigate whether changing daily habits can mitigate their possible impact on health. Alongside food packaging and toys, microplastics have also been […]

SS26 campaign. Credits: Lyle & Scott For Spring Summer 26, Lyle & Scott presents The Common Room, the fourth chapter of its Wear It Your Way campaign. It celebrates real people, real relationships, and the belief that community is often built in company, not in isolation. Connection has always been part of the Lyle & Scott story. The brand has been worn in shared spaces where sport, style and culture meet, and where identity is shaped through community as much as individuality. The […]

Hampton Court Palace. Credits: Unsplash. The Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) is preparing for its annual SMI Roundtables & Exhibition event, set to take place over two days at Hampton Court Palace. From March 11, the organisation, founded by King Charles III, is bringing together “hundreds of global CEOs, international delegations and innovators” with the goal of accelerating the transition to a sustainable global economy. Throughout the event’s duration, with over 300 […]

Eldon Square, Newcastle Credits: Eldon Square Shopping centre Eldon Square, located in Newcastle, is launching a new creative sector platform called ‘Future Heritage’ to champion emerging talent across the North East, as part of its ongoing retail and leisure transformation strategy. In a statement, Eldon Square, which is operated by XPE Group, said the ‘Future Heritage’ project would “accelerate long-term investment performance and deliver civic impact as part of sector-defining […]

Carolina Herrera AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight US luxury label Carolina Herrera has partnered with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) to support the 30th anniversary edition of the organisation’s scholarship programme. The brand announced the partnership on Instagram, where it revealed, together with the CFDA Women in Design Scholarship, that two Bachelor of Fine Arts fashion design students from New York had been selected as recipients for this year’s […]

Spring/Summer 2026 campaign. Credits: Max Mara The Spring Summer 2026 Max Mara campaign explores the intentional and dynamic contrast between reality and imagination. This scenic tension forms the heart of the campaign, where the Max Mara woman – a symbol of concrete modernity – is set against an ethereal, dreamlike backdrop inspired by Rococo opulence. Max Mara delivers a world defined by sophisticated oppositions: the collection is characterized by a sparse and snappy style, occasionally […]

Imports Credits: Unsplash The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), which represents more than 50,000 businesses across the UK, have warned that the removal of tariff exemptions for low-value imports could push up prices and reduce trade for small businesses. In a statement, the BCC said that the removal of the ‘de minimis’ exemption for imported goods, which is currently set at 135 pounds for customs duty, “could risk pushing up prices, harming small businesses and reducing trade […]

Exterior of the Deichmann corporate headquarters in Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Credits: Deichmann. Madrid - Essen-based footwear giant Deichmann has reported a standout 2025 performance in Spain, with local growth doubling the group’s global average despite broader market volatility. Highlights of 2025 performance Deichmann Group concluded the 2025 fiscal year with revenues of 8.9 billion (10.37 billion dollars), a 2.3 percent increase on the sale of 180 million pairs of shoes. […]

The RealReal Credits: The RealReal US-based luxury resale platform The RealReal has appointed Fanatics executive Jennifer McKeehan to its board of directors and strengthened its executive leadership team with the appointments of Tiffany Stevenson as chief people officer and Tom Hanrahan as chief revenue officer. In a statement, The RealReal said the appointments will strengthen the company’s governance and operational leadership “as it advances its next phase of growth”. McKeehan, who […]

Windsor Social House Credits: Windsor American fashion and lifestyle heritage brand Windsor has promoted Ike Zekaria to president, with immediate effect, as it continues to push forward its rebranded retail, digital, and community-first approach, alongside the opening of a new creative hub on Melrose in Los Angeles to serve as a workspace for the fashion community, featuring a showroom and a photo studio. Zekaria, who is a second-generation member of Windsor’s founding family, was the […]

Lancaster, UK. Credits: Unsplash. UK retail sales saw limited growth in February as subdued consumer spending weighed on performance across much of the sector. Over the four weeks from February 1 to 28, total retail sales increased 1.1 percent year-on-year, matching growth recorded in February 2025 but falling below the 12-month average growth of 2.3 percent, according to new figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Food sales rose 2.9 percent YoY, up from 2.3 percent growth in the […]

Laura Stauth Credits: Salomon French mountain sports brand Salomon has announced the appointment of Laura Stauth as senior vice president of sales for its North American division, effective March 9, 2026. Stauth joins the company from VF Corporation owned brand Vans, where she most recently held the position of vice president of sales. In her previous role, Stauth was responsible for leading the Americas wholesale strategy, focusing on growth and transformation across the marketplace. At […]

Credits: Bvlgari A Modern Vision, Rooted in Heritage Blurring the boundaries between the Maison’s creative heritage and its unwavering drive for innovation, the Spring Summer 2026 Bvlgari Eyewear Collection continues to evolve iconic aesthetic motifs through artisanal mastery and boldly contemporary designs. Infused with Bvlgari’s legendary goldsmithing savoir-faire, the collection distills the Maison’s essence into modern silhouettes, jewel -like craftsmanship and ultra -refined […]

Chanel AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Matthieu Blazy's fourth show for Chanel did not disappoint. For autumn/winter 2026, the Franco-Belgian designer continued to modernise the house's iconic suit, while making low-rise a new sartorial desire. Layering, low-rise and iridescence Set against a backdrop of cranes, the season's first look is pragmatic: a black ribbed knit suit, comprising a zipped jacket and a knee-length skirt, itself zipped at the side. The silhouette reflects the […]

The Boss flagship store in Düsseldorf Image: Hugo Boss Fashion group Hugo Boss felt the effects of the weak economic climate last year, reporting slightly lower revenue. However, profits increased thanks to cost savings. For the current year, the company remains cautious. As announced in December, management continues to expect a currency-adjusted revenue decline in the mid to high single-digit percentage range. Earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) are forecast to reach between 300 and […]

A recent study by Vestiaire Collective analysed the feeling of ‘having nothing to wear’. Credits: Vestiaire Collective As fashion trends become increasingly synonymous with planned obsolescence and lose their commercial impact, deciphering buyer psychology is a strategic imperative. A recent study by second-hand fashion platform Vestiaire Collective, in partnership with consultancy WRÅD, explores the universal feeling of ‘having nothing to wear.’ It highlights a central phenomenon: […]

Rent the Runway Credits: Rent the Runway US-based fashion rental platform Rent the Runway has announced the appointment of Dhiren Fonseca as executive chairman of the board of directors. Fonseca has served in the role since October 2025, bringing more than 30 years of experience in corporate strategy, technology, and digital commerce to the company. The appointment comes as the Nasdaq-listed firm continues to evolve its ‘Closet in the Cloud’ model. Fonseca previously held the position of […]

Interview Catalina Marin has been working for WGSN for 18 years. Credits: WGSN Buenos Aires – In recent years, access to trend information has multiplied. Social media, digital platforms, artificial intelligence, and data analysis tools have accelerated the circulation of cultural and aesthetic signals, but they have also made interpretation more complex. For brands, the challenge is no longer accessing information, but understanding which information is relevant to their business. This […]

Updated A Boss store in Barcelona Image: Hugo Boss. Fashion group Hugo Boss is cutting its direct distributions to shareholders to the legal minimum. Shareholders are to receive four cents per share for the past year, the company announced in Metzingen on Monday. For the previous year, they had received 1.40 euros per share. Meanwhile, Hugo Boss intends to buy back its own shares worth up to 200 million euros by the end of 2027. The group aims to become more financially flexible through […]

Levi's store on Corso Vittorio Emanuele. Credits: Levi's Paris, France - Global denim leader Levi's is looking to shed its image as a men's brand focused solely on jeans. The company aims to attract more female customers and dress them “from head to toe”, its chief executive officer Michelle Gass told AFP. She has set a goal of surpassing 10 billion dollars in revenue. “While jeans are our foundation, the denim lifestyle is our future,” stated Michelle Gass during an interview at the […]

Credits: Revolve To celebrate the debut of REVOLVE Group, Inc.’s first namesake fashion house, REVOLVE Los Angeles unveils a campaign fronted by two women who embody the spirit of the brand, Alex Consani and Anok Yai. After more than two decades shaping the intersection of fashion, culture, and consumer connection, REVOLVE Los Angeles represents REVOLVE’s heritage and continued evolution, inspired by the influence of the city of Los Angeles. Captured by photographer Anthony Seklaoui and […]

Gavel. Image for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. Christine Hunsicker, the founder and former chief executive officer of CaaStle, has pleaded guilty to one count of securities fraud. As part of the plea, Hunsicker has agreed to offload nearly 300 million dollars in proceeds from a scheme intended to defraud investors of both CaaStle and her related business venture, P180. In a statement, United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, said the “guilty plea sends […]

A Calida brand store Image: Calida Group Swiss lingerie provider Calida Holding AG will not commence the buyback of its own shares for the time being. “The preparations for the share buyback programme are taking longer than expected,” the Sursee-based group explained in an ad hoc announcement on Monday. “The start of the announced public share buyback programme on March 9, 2026 must therefore be postponed.” The programme is, however, scheduled to begin “as soon as possible”. The […]

G-Star store in Ghent. Credits: G-Star G-Star announced a “strategic restructuring” in early February. The Dutch denim company aims to anticipate changing market dynamics with this move. Following the announcement, some questions remained, which CEO Rob Schilder answered in writing for FashionUnited. G-Star on shortening lead times: is the brand abandoning seasonal collections for a drop model? Shortening lead times does not mean we are completely abandoning seasonal collections; it means […]

In Pictures Balenciaga, ‘ClairObscur’ men's and women's ready-to-wear collection for Autumn/Winter 2026/2027. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Madrid – A focal point of the recent Paris Fashion Week, Spanish heritage house Balenciaga closed Saturday’s schedule with its AW26 menswear and womenswear showcase. The collections leaned heavily into the Renaissance and Baroque influences that once guided the brand's founder, Cristóbal Balenciaga. Presented on 7 March, the show marked […]

Credits: Dior The play on of history and affluence, initiated with the Summer 2026 collection, continues. Medieval heraldry is juxtaposed with 18th-century flourishes, a sense of formality with preppy ease. Then and now collide to seize the moment, conveying joy and spontaneity in the art of dressing. A weaving of things drawn from the Dior archives, classic tropes of class and pieces that have endured the test of time: the Bar jacket, Delft shorts, frockcoats and tailcoats, the rugby shirt, […]

Image: Calvin Klein Calvin Klein Inc. announced today that singer Harry Styles wore a bespoke Calvin Klein Collection outfit during the promotion of his new album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally, which was released on March 6, 2026. Styles wore a bespoke, monochrome white fine-jersey henley top from the Calvin Klein Collection, paired with custom-made pleated wool trousers and a leather belt. Working at PVH? Check out the open vacancies This article was translated to English […]

Credits: Zalando Zalando launches its spring/summer 2026 campaign today. The face of the campaign is Golden Globe-nominated actress and producer Lily Collins, the company's new global brand ambassador. The campaign celebrates the vibrant energy, spontaneity and versatile fashion looks of Europe's warmer season. In her official debut as global brand ambassador for Zalando, Lily Collins appears as a true connoisseur of the ‘Euro Summer’. Drawing on her own experiences working in cities like […]

Duśan Vlahović tapped as the face of Reebok Football Credits: Reebok Reebok is counting on a long-term partnership with Serbian footballer Duśan Vlahović, who plays for Italian Serie A club Juventus, to “reclaim its position within team sport,” as football becomes a global focus this year with the FIFA World Cup 2026 taking place this summer in the US, Canada and Mexico. In a statement, Reebok, owned by Authentic Brands Group, said Vlahović will be the official face of its football […]

Fashion manufacturing. Image for illustration. Credits: Pexels by Cottonbro Studio Digital transformation is beginning to change the shape of careers in fashion manufacturing, opening new pathways for women and helping modernise how the sector operates. Insights gathered by Made Smarter Yorkshire, the UK’s industrial digitalisation programme, highlight how technology adoption and leadership development are helping widen access to manufacturing roles. The findings, released to mark […]

‘Oxfam Vintage’ concept store in Manchester. Credits: Ofxam Oxfam will launch a new concept store, Oxfam Vintage, in Manchester on 27 March, marking the evolution of its former Oxfam Originals format and introducing a more design-led and curated approach to vintage retail with circular fashion at its core. Located in the Northern Quarter, Manchester, the store will showcase a hand-selected collection of vintage clothing in a newly designed retail environment intended to highlight the […]

Monique Lhuillier SS26 Bridal Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight NYFW Bridal, the bi-annual trade show also known as New York Bridal Fashion Week (NYBFW), has announced the schedule for its upcoming April edition, featuring more than 35 designers. Running from April 6 to 10 across New York City, NYFW Bridal’s schedule combines catwalk shows, presentations, and private appointments, including CFDA members Monique Lhuillier, Naeem Khan, and Tanner Fletcher Weddings. They will be joined by […]

Vicolungo The Style Outlets Credits: Neinver Neinver, a Spanish multinational specialising in the management, development and investment of real estate assets, which owns The Style Outlets and Factory brands, closed 2025 with 1.72 billion euros in sales (1.99 billion dollars) across its 20 European assets. This marks a 5 percent increase compared to 2024. The portfolio's results, comprising 16 outlet centres and four retail and leisure parks, "highlight how the outlet format is a strategic […]

Credits: FRASERS Frasers Group, leading retail powerhouse, has officially launched their partnerships between FRASERS and television presenter Cat Deeley. As part of its rebrand, FRASERS has partnered with Cat to be the face of its 2026 Spring campaign - the brand’s first collaboration since entering its new era. The 100-piece edit - hand-selected by Cat - spanning womenswear, footwear, accessories, kids, home, and beauty is officially live in-store and online. Credits: FRASERS […]

Joe Preston, AAFA chair and New Balance president and CEO. Credits: New Balance. The American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) has named a slew of new members to its board of directors as part of a wider leadership renewal. In addition, Joe Preston, the chief executive officer and president of New Balance, has been named chair, succeeding Halide Alagöz, Ralph Lauren’s chief product and merchandising officer. Among the newly elected members are Meera Bhatia, the president and chief […]

The Boulevard, Northern Ireland Credits: The Boulevard Fashion and lifestyle retail group TFG London has announced it will open its first-ever tri-brand outlet store, combining Hobbs, Whistles and Phase Eight under one roof, in Northern Ireland. The three-in-one store will open at The Boulevard, Northern Ireland’s outlet shopping destination, located in Banbridge, County Down, on the main A1 corridor between Belfast and Dublin, which offers more than 50 retail brands with permanent […]

SS26 Campaign Credits: FARFETCH FARFETCH, the global platform for luxury, unveils its Spring/Summer Campaign. Mexico offers the perfect synergy of bold modernist architecture and raw natural beauty, providing an authentic, high-contrast backdrop for the FARFETCH Spring Summer curation. Doralice Belli, Head of Merchandising at FARFETCH, said: “Through this campaign, we bring to life a range of personas and diverse styles, seamlessly woven into the season’s defining moments, from the […]

CHIC Shanghai. Credits: CHIC. CHIC Spring 2026 is readying itself for the upcoming edition, where 1,091 exhibitors will be taking to Shanghai’s National Exhibition & Convention Centre to display to global trade visitors. The event is due to take place March 11 to 13. Throughout the 117,200 square metres of space, the trade fair is expecting an audience of over 160,000. In turn, a total of 1,135 brands from eight countries and regions, including Italy, Germany, France, Japan and Korea, […]

Credits: MynShakti 2.0 Myntra has launched MynShakti 2.0, the second phase of its women entrepreneur support programme aimed at scaling women-led fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands. The initiative, part of Myntra’s ShECommerce platform, aims to support 100 women-led businesses across the three categories. The first edition of the programme supported 20 women entrepreneurs, many of whom were early-stage brands with fewer than 50 products. Through access to Myntra’s marketplace, logistics […]

SS26. Credits: VILA VILA unveils Symphony of Shapes – the Occasion SS26 collection – launching on 19 March 2026. Flowing dresses meet clean, tailored lines. Defined waists shape the look, while ruffles and voluminous sleeves add softness and motion. Bright notes and vibrant accents meet in harmony, and florals, dots, and delicate embroidery bring depth and texture. Credits: VILA Credits: VILA From shorter dresses to fluid, floor-length styles, the collection is designed for […]

Red carpet. Image for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. Fur will no longer be allowed on the Emmy red carpet. The Coalition to Abolish the Fur Trade (CAFT) has announced that the Television Academy will be enacting a fur-free rule across the red carpets of all its ceremonies. This includes the Creative Arts Emmy Awards and the Primetime Emmy Awards telecast. For 2026 editions, invitations to each ceremony will inform guests of the new ban, with those who violate the rule to be removed before […]

Calvin Klein Collection, F/W 2025 runway show NYFW Credits: Calvin Klein Opinion When Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy appears on screen in the new television series Love Story: JFK Jr. & Carolyn Bessette, viewers see a fashion moment that once defined an era: slip dresses, camel coats, clean tailoring and an almost monastic restraint. It was the look of 1990s Calvin Klein, the label where Bessette worked as a publicist before marrying John F. Kennedy Jr. Three decades later, the aesthetic has […]

Saks Fifth Avenue Beverly Hills Facade Credits: Peter Christiansen Valli for Saks Fifth Avenue Saks Global has confirmed a further 15 store closures as it continues to enact a restructuring plan associated with ongoing bankruptcy proceedings. The luxury retail group is due to close 12 additional Saks Fifth Avenue stores and three Neiman Marcus locations. This latest round of closures follows a first phase initiated in February, when eight Saks Fifth sites and one Neiman Marcus location closed. […]

Matthieu Blazy. Credits: Chanel Off Season 2026, Pre-Fall Women ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Paris - Following a successful second show by Jonathan Anderson for Dior, it is Matthieu Blazy's turn at Chanel to overcome the 'second show' hurdle. The show will take place this Monday at Paris Fashion Week, where the Franco-Belgian designer's collection is one of the most anticipated. Anderson dazzled last Tuesday, on the second day of Paris Fashion Week dedicated to autumn/winter 2026/27 womenswear. […]

SS26. Credits: Reserved Reserved's new spring collection blossoms with a contemporary wardrobe of sophisticated contrasts, vibrant colours and tailored silhouettes. The range is rich in seasonal must-haves, designed to empower every woman with energy, character and freedom. At the heart of the collection is a harmonious dialogue between lightness and structure. Light, fluid fabrics meet more defined silhouettes, while the delicacy of pastel nuances contrasts with the bolder attitude of […]

Dockers storefront. Credits: Dockers. US denim giant Levi Strauss announced the final closing of the sale of its Dockers brand to the US brand management firm Authentic Brands Group on February 27, 2026. This transaction marks a significant shift in the long-term strategy of the company as it seeks to streamline operations and focus on high-growth assets. The divestiture follows a definitive agreement first announced on May 20, 2025. The initial transaction value was set at 311 million […]

Loewe, presentation show for the men's and women's collections for autumn/winter 2026/2027. Credits: Loewe. Madrid – As one of the most anticipated events of the latest edition of Paris Fashion Week, the presentation of Loewe's new collection for the autumn/winter 2026/2027 season took place on the outskirts of the French capital this Friday, March 6. It was a co-ed presentation, from which its new creative directors, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, finally presented their first […]

Credits: FILA Following the strong momentum of its hit model “Echappe,” FILA is further strengthening its footwear franchise by expanding its “Low Profile” sneaker offering. Operated by Misto Korea, FILA announced on the 5th the broader rollout of “Ritmo Sleek” and “GLIO,” two models that reinterpret the brand’s heritage archives through a modern lens. The collection aligns with the ongoing “Low Profile” sneaker trend—defined by slim silhouettes and lower insteps—that […]

Soles4Souls acquires Erren Recondition Credits: Soles4Souls US-based nonprofit Soles4Souls has announced the acquisition of Erren Recondition, a Netherlands-based specialist in footwear and apparel reconditioning. The move is designed to enhance the ability of Soles4Souls to provide scalable circularity services for brands and retailers, focusing on extending product lifespans and reducing textile waste. The acquisition integrates the technical expertise of Erren Recondition, which has […]

Credits: CHIC SHOWS From March 11 to 13, 2026, the spring edition of CHIC Shanghai – China International Fashion Fair will take place at the National Exhibition & Convention Center (NECC) in Shanghai. With 1,091 exhibitors and a total of 1,135 brands from eight countries and regions – Italy, Germany, France, Japan, Korea, Australia, India and Hong Kong – the fair once again confirms its role as one of the most important fashion platforms in Asia. The event covers 117,200 square […]

John Lewis app Credits: John Lewis media gallery UK retailer John Lewis is making a significant investment in artificial intelligence-powered shopping, aiming to be one of the first businesses in the UK to fully integrate the technology. The initiative will allow products from the John Lewis Partnership to be served to customers seeking inspiration on platforms such as Google Gemini and ChatGPT, starting later this year. Once the technology is fully deployed, customers will be able to transact […]

The North Face at Jacamo Credits: N Brown UK retail platform N Brown has announced a new partnership with US outdoor label The North Face. The agreement will see 85 product lines launch across the digital platforms of N Brown, which include Jacamo, JD Williams and Simply Be. This development marks the first time The North Face collections will be available through the group. The partnership strengthens a third-party portfolio that currently features brands such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Barbour, […]

Credits: Secrid At first glance, the pocket may seem like a minor design feature. Yet it quietly shapes how people move through their day. This International Women’s Day, Dutch wallet brand Secrid highlights the ongoing “pocket gap,” the persistent design imbalance between men’s and women’s clothing pockets, and what it reveals about mobility, independence, and how we carry the essentials of daily life. For many women, getting dressed still involves a practical calculation: what can […]

Tom Ford Fall 2026 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Opinion Everyone once in a while a runway show transcends the season, eclipsing expectations and injecting a genuine sense of excitement into the month-long fashion marathon. That moment came in Paris with Haider Ackermann’s presentation for Tom Ford Autumn Winter 2026. Paris Fashion Week is no stranger to spectacle - see Dior’s spectacular multi-million euro production set in the Tuileries gardens - but this show felt almost […]

Credits: Sione Na’a Helu The apparel industry has reached a critical tipping point where ambition must transition into collective execution. Last month, the Dutch branch of the international data standardisation organization GS1 and technology firm WAIR hosted the ‘24h Circular Fashion journey’ in Amsterdam, bringing together a diverse group of stakeholders to address the accelerating shift toward a circular economy. Under the theme ‘from compliance to competitive advantage’, the […]