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Urban Outfitters x DoorDash campaign Credits: Urban Outfitters American fashion retailer Urban Outfitters is expanding into on-demand retail in partnership with DoorDash, the local commerce platform, as it looks to target Gen Z consumers. The move will see Urban Outfitters’ fashion, accessories, beauty, gifting, and lifestyle assortment being available directly through DoorDash across the US, and will launch with an experiential ‘Deliver Joy’ campaign centred on style, celebration, and […]

Credits: Noppies The Denmark-based childrenswear company Brands4kids (B4K) has reported record turnover in the 2025 financial year. Despite a challenging market climate and global economic turbulence, the organisation managed to increase its turnover to 520 million Danish krone. This result marks a 15 percent increase compared to the previous year. Following a period of expansion through international acquisitions, the focus in 2025 shifted to internal consolidation. The organisation focused […]

Lado Bokuchava at MBFW Tbilisi. Credits: Alicia Reyes Sarmiento | FashionUnited. Strategically positioned between Europe and Asia, Tbilisi is a tapestry of historical layers. Soviet heritage, brutalist architecture and medieval churches coexist with a cultural scene linked to electronic music, independent art and new creative communities. This coexistence of references has made the Georgian capital a particularly interesting observatory for understanding how new cultural discourses emerge from […]

Die „Surfers Of Fortune“-SS23-Kollektion von Quiksilver Credits: Quiksilver Quiksilver, a global company in the action sports apparel sector, has announced the return of its “Young Guns” movement. Two decades after its inception, the brand is leveraging its established heritage to launch a campaign comprising a 17-item technical collection and a feature film slated for a global release in August 2026. A heritage-driven evolution The origin of this revival traces back to a 2005 […]

Credits: Bleckmann Bleckmann, experts in supply chain management for fashion and lifestyle brands, has officially opened a new distribution centre (DC) in Roosendaal, the Netherlands. As part of its continued investment in innovation and growth, the facility also marks the ‘go-live’ of a new automated storage and retrieval system (ASRS), the integrated AutoStore solution with automated packing. The expansion underlines Bleckmann’s commitment to building future-ready logistics hubs […]

Sarda and Tomorrowland collaborative capsule collection for spring/summer 2026. Credits: Sarda. Madrid – For the second consecutive year, the Barcelona-based brand Sarda has developed a collaborative capsule collection with the Belgian electronic music festival Tomorrowland. Sarda has been owned by the Belgian lingerie group Van de Velde since 2008. This new collection follows the one presented in early 2025. The key development is that the brand is taking another step in its repositioning, […]

Superdry Head of Retail Europe, Bruno Mevel. Credits: Superdry Interview Few brands possess a cultural identity as distinct as Superdry. For Bruno Mevel, Head of Retail Europe, the label’s strength lies in its “human engine,” a network of entrepreneurial hubs driven by storytelling and grit. In an interview with FashionUnited, Mevel discusses navigating a transformative year, the shift from sales to brand experience, and why Superdry’s internal escalator is the true backbone of its […]

Rent the Runway Credits: Rent the Runway US fashion rental platform Rent the Runway has announced that its co-founder, Jennifer Hyman, will resign from her roles as chief executive officer, president, and board member. The transition is set to take effect on May 15, 2026. Hyman, who has led the company since its inception in 2009, will remain as an advisor until January 2027 to facilitate a smooth leadership handover. The board of directors has appointed Teri Bariquit, a current board member […]

Credits: Dior Jonathan Anderson breathes new life into the Dioriviera world with playful, colourful designs imbued with a fresh, joyful energy. The ready-to-wear collection features captivating patterns celebrating the beautiful wealth of the plant world: the Dior Arabesque print reinterprets a work by Christian Bérard*, revealing a lush natural world, whilst the toile de Jouy is reinvented in a floral version. Bright and summery, the men’s collection combines flowing shirts with casual […]

Credits: Dior In pursuit of the fresh vitality dear to Jonathan Anderson, the Dioriviera line for Dior Maison is reinvented with luminous creations. Credits: Dior A subtle tribute to Christian Dior’s passion for botany and the arts, the Dior Arabesque print revisits a work by artist Christian Bérard* created for Vogue magazine, in which a stunning surrealist bouquet is composed with flowers and feminine faces. This fascinating motif decorates a selection of tableware – plates and […]

Alibaba office. Credits: Alibaba Group Holding Limited Beijing - Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group Holding Limited (Alibaba) announced on Wednesday an 18 percent drop in its annual net profit. The results were weighed down by a price war in China and ambitious investments in artificial intelligence (AI). The Hangzhou-based group (eastern China) operates some of China's largest online shopping applications, such as Taobao (widely used in China) and AliExpress (used abroad). E-commerce is […]

Credits: FIRE Every sales director eventually faces the same structural limit: Revenue targets increase. Complexity increases. Headcount should not. The traditional growth logic in wholesale was simple: More markets → more reps More SKUs → more coordination More customers → more administration But this model does not scale anymore. Hiring more people on top of fragmented systems only multiplies inefficiency. Scaling wholesale today requires structural leverage. Not more headcount. […]

Onitsuka Tiger store Credits: Asics Japanese sportswear company Asics has achieved record financial results for the first quarter and the three months ended March 31, 2026. Net sales increased by 29.7 percent year-over-year (YoY) to reach 270.20 billion yen (1.71 billion dollars). The growth was observed across all categories and regions, with operating profit rising 36.5 percent to 60.70 billion yen. This performance was driven by strong sales momentum, which successfully offset a decline in […]

FatFace campaign imagery. Credits: FatFace. British lifestyle retailer FatFace has expanded its partnership with Zalando, launching across 20 additional European markets as part of its international growth strategy. The rollout includes key Western European markets such as France, Spain, Italy and the Netherlands, alongside Central and Eastern European countries including Poland, Romania and Hungary. The expansion follows FatFace’s 2025 launch on Zalando in Germany, where the company said […]

Kaman Leung Credit: Uniqlo Japanese apparel giant Uniqlo has appointed Kaman Leung to the role of chief operating officer (COO) for Germany and Poland. Leung assumed her new position and leadership of the two markets on May 1, Uniqlo confirmed to FashionUnited. The news was previously reported by the trade publication Textilwirtschaft. The new head of Germany is an internal appointment. She most recently managed the Belgium, Netherlands and Luxembourg (Benelux) market as COO. In March 2020, […]

Birkenstock's headquarters Image: Birkenstock German footwear provider Birkenstock achieved solid sales growth in the second quarter of the 2025/26 financial year, despite adverse conditions and negative currency effects. However, profit declined significantly. This was revealed in a recent interim report published on Wednesday by its parent company, Birkenstock Holding plc, which is listed on the New York Stock Exchange. From January to March, group revenue reached 618.3 million euros (723.8 […]

Sundry Credits: DBG US apparel and e-commerce company Digital Brands Group (DBG) has announced its financial guidance for 2026, projecting revenue between 55 million dollars and 65 million dollars. The group also expects to generate free cash flow in the range of 2.50 million dollars to 3.50 million dollars for the calendar year. The company provided a further outlook for the period spanning July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027. During this 12 month timeframe, DBG forecasts revenue to reach […]

David's Bridal wholesale capsule collection - Oleg Cassini Credits: David's Bridal David’s Bridal is introducing a ‘David’s Fit Guarantee’ promise designed to ease brides' anxiety over wedding dress shopping in response to how weight-loss drugs, like GLP-1, are reshaping the bridal retail industry. While many boutiques have begun requiring legal waivers to protect themselves from customer body changes, David’s Bridal is doing the opposite by promising that no matter the dress, […]

Credits: BrandAlley. Off-price premium e-tailer BrandAlley has reportedly appointed advisors from Interpath to explore strategic options for the business, including a potential sale. According to Retail Week, the company is seeking a new investment partner to support its next phase of growth. Management had initially been eyeing a debt raise, but is now said to be expanding options to include a partial or full sale of the business. FashionUnited has contacted Interpath with a request to […]

Safilo's Padua headquarters Credits: Safilo Yesterday, Safilo Group announced in a statement that it has signed a share and asset purchase agreement (SAPA) with Bollé Brands for the acquisition of Spy+ and Serengeti. The transaction follows the exclusivity agreement announced on April 21. It represents a further step in Safilo's strategy, which is focused on the selective acquisition of brands capable of strengthening the Group's position in attractive, high-growth segments. “The binding […]

Dockers storefront. Credits: Dockers. Authentic Brands Group has announced a strategic partnership with Mercado Libre to expand its fashion and lifestyle brands across Mexico through the Latin American retailer’s online marketplace platform. The agreement will grow the presence of brands including Reebok, Champion, Aéropostale, Nine West, Nautica and Dockers in the Mexican market. The companies said the collaboration could expand further across Latin America in the future. The partnership […]

In Pictures Sketches for the Bruno Magli x Cynthia Rowley collaboration Credits: Bruno Magli Italian luxury footwear brand Bruno Magli, founded in Bologna and hand-crafted in Italy, is celebrating its 90 years of craftsmanship with a multi-season collaboration with New York-based designer Cynthia Rowley. Bruno Magli, owned by Marquee Brands, said it has chosen to collaborate with Cynthia Rowley due to her “bold creativity and confident, expressive fashion collections” as it looks to […]

Credits: Swatch Zurich - Swiss watchmaker Swatch Group won a second round on Tuesday in its battle with activist investor Steven Wood, whose bid for a board seat was rejected. For the second time, the American investor, who is highly critical of the company's governance, sought a seat on the board of directors. However, his candidacy was rejected by 79.6 percent of the votes, the Swiss group stated in a press release following its annual general meeting. “Shareholders were clearly opposed to […]

Jamie Gersch, chief marketing officer at Fanatics Commerce Credits: Fanatics Commerce Fanatics Commerce, the direct-to-consumer fan apparel platform within Fanatics, has appointed Jamie Gersch as chief marketing officer, effective immediately. Gersch most recently served as chief marketing officer at Rothy’s, where she led global marketing and e-commerce with a focus on strengthening cultural relevance, deepening emotional connection, and growing the brand's community through purpose-driven […]

Wendy Kula, chief marketing officer at Saucony. Credits: Saucony. Saucony has named Wendy Kula as chief marketing officer as the brand looks to strengthen its position across performance running and lifestyle categories. Kula joins the company from Nike, where she most recently served as vice president of women’s brand marketing for North America. During her time at the US sportswear giant, she led campaigns across running, training and sport. Prior to Nike, Kula held senior marketing […]

Updated Minelli brand store in Paris. Credits: MAGALI COHEN / Hans Lucas via AFP Paris (France) - The administration of footwear brand Minelli has resulted in half a dozen mostly partial takeover bids. These offers often include a few stores or just the brand name without its employees. This was confirmed by the Paris Commercial Court's website, following a report from French digital media outlet l'Informé. Potential buyers for the brand, which was placed in administration in March two […]

Stella McCartney at her autumn/winter 2026 catwalk show Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight British fashion brand Stella McCartney has announced a new licensing partnership with Italian fashion manufacturer Altana for its childrenswear range. In a statement, Stella McCartney said that Altana, a family-founded childrenswear specialist, will be responsible for the development, production and distribution of Stella McCartney Kids moving forward. The manufacturer was chosen for integrating […]

A Marimekko store Image: Marimekko The Finnish textile group Marimekko Corporation achieved a sales increase and significantly boosted its profit in the first quarter of the 2026 financial year, despite challenging conditions. This was primarily due to strong growth in its international business. According to an interim report published on Wednesday, sales in the period from January to March amounted to 41.4 million euros (48.47 million dollars). This represents a 5 percent increase compared […]

Jongjin Park, winner of the 2026 Loewe Foundation Craft Prize. Credits: Loewe Foundation. Madrid – From Singapore, the Spanish house Loewe has celebrated the ninth edition of its annual international craft prize, hosted by its foundation. The 2026 Loewe Foundation Craft Prize has been awarded to Korean ceramicist Jongjin Park. Additionally, special mentions were given to Italian jeweller Graziano Visintin and a collaborative project between Spanish designer Álvaro Catalán de Ocón and the […]

Shein parcels. Credits: JOAO LUIZ BULCAO / Hans Lucas / Hans Lucas via AFP Brazil's president, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, repealed a tax on Tuesday on purchases under 50 dollars made through e-commerce platforms such as China's Shein or Temu, a move aimed at consumers just months before seeking re-election. In 2024, Lula had decreed a 20 percent surcharge, known as the "taxa das blusinhas" (blouse tax), on these transactions. The right-wing opposition used this as ammunition and accused the […]

Jean Loup Rebours surrounded by Vivian Chen (left) and Nina Wan, for the brand Piacevole e Credits: F. Julienne Interview China is a country of consumers, not creators. This is the prejudice that Jean-Loup Rebours, director of the press and influencer communications agency Faxion PR, has chosen to deconstruct by launching a new wave of Chinese designers in Paris. Why have you specialised in Chinese brands? We have a huge advantage in France: Paris remains the global benchmark for fashion. […]

Credits: NikeSKIMS NikeSKIMS expands its vision of modern sportswear with Studio Stretch, a new collection based on material innovation and designed to adapt to the way women move today. As a foundational piece within the brand's apparel system, Studio Stretch combines lightness and softness with stretch and discreet support to help women move freely from the gym to the street and beyond. Studio Stretch was designed to meet the specific demands of gym workouts, such as yoga and pilates, while […]

Ebay headquarters in the United States Credits: Ebay newroom The board of directors of US e-commerce leader eBay has formally rejected a non-binding acquisition proposal from US retailer GameStop. Following a comprehensive review conducted with financial and legal advisors, the board determined that the offer did not align with the long-term interests of the company or its shareholders. In a formal response addressed to GameStop chief executive officer, Ryan Cohen, the board characterized the […]

Under Armour Credits: Courtesy of Oberalp US sportswear group Under Armour has announced its financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2026, ending March 31, 2026. The Baltimore-based company reported a total annual revenue of 5 billion dollars, representing a 4 percent decline compared to the previous year, or a 5 percent decrease on a constant currency basis. The fiscal year was defined by significant structural shifts as the group worked to streamline its operating […]

Credits: The Armani Group. The Armani Group announced on Monday the launch of Armani Residences Marbella, its first residential project in Spain. The venture is a partnership with Sierra Blanca Estates and Palya Invest, the firm led by athlete Rafael Nadal and Abel Matutes, a Spanish entrepreneur and former politician with long-standing ties to the tourism and hotel sectors in Ibiza and the Costa del Sol. The complex will be built on Marbella's Golden Mile, one of the last available private […]

Cocora at the second edition of Ibiza Swim Week. In the centre, Nía Vásquez in a black dress. Credits: David Reinoso. Ibiza Swim Week celebrates its third edition from June eight to ten in Ibiza, with a programme focused on catwalk shows, pop-ups and swimwear activations. The event, led by its founder Nía Vásquez alongside the Ibiza Town Council and in collaboration with Miami Swim Week The Shows, aims to establish the island as a European benchmark for swimwear. This comes amid global […]

Credits: Mr Jake Koh, CEO of HKRITA (centre), takes part in a roundtable session at the 2026 Corporate Sustainability Development Conference in Shanghai, discussing ESG implementation in sustainable supply chains with cross- industry leaders; HKRITA The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA) has been expanding its collaboration network in Chinese Mainland, accelerating the commercialisation of research outcomes. These efforts have led to significant progress. Showcasing […]

Iris van Herpen: Sculpting the Senses. Credits: Marco De Swart / Kunsthal Rotterdam. A new award for designer Iris van Herpen. The Dutch couturier and pioneer will receive the European Culture Prize this autumn. The prize's organiser, the European Cultural Forum, announced this in a press release. “Iris van Herpen uniquely embodies the innovative spirit of Europe,” stated Reiner Schränkler, chairman of the European Cultural Forum, in the press release. “Her work connects art, […]

Victoria's Secret store Credits: Victoria's Secret Lingerie giant Victoria’s Secret & Co. has upped efforts to defend its board and leadership strategy against activist investor Brett Blundy, who is continuing a campaign for greater influence over the business. The company filed a supplement to its proxy statement and issued a public letter to shareholders ahead of its June 11 annual meeting, urging investors to support all current board nominees and reject what it described as a […]

Sorting, repairing, valuing and reselling – this is what the second-hand clothing cycle should look like. Credits: Generated with AI via Google Gemini. Fashion for Good is publishing the initial results of Project Rewear, which was launched in 2024 to analyse second-hand clothing streams, with a view to viable recycling and resale. The non-profit was founded in 2017 with support from the Laudes Foundation (formerly the C&A Foundation). It now collaborates with fashion partners such as […]

Kitri Credits: Kitri London-based independent fashion brand Kitri, founded by Haeni Kim in 2017, has announced on social media that she is closing the womenswear brand that became known for its limited-run, vintage-inspired fashion, often with bold colours and playful details. On Instagram, the brand said that it would be closing its doors in the coming weeks, and had started the process of winding down operations, and its current spring collection would be its final offering. Kim said: […]

In Pictures FitFlop Puerto Banús, Marbella store in Spain Credits: FitFlop British footwear brand FitFlop has opened its first-ever store in Spain, in Puerto Banús, Marbella, as part of its European retail expansion strategy. The opening is in partnership with Albion 1879, a company that introduces, develops and manages international brands in the Iberian Peninsula, including AllSaints and Ugg, and maintains a significant presence in department stores such as El Corte Inglés. The […]

Credits: Chloe Chloé unveils the second chapter of Chloé à la Plage, a collection born from a dreamlike longing for summer’s poetry. The campaign, imagined through a surrealist lens and photographed by David Sims, captures sun-drenched days dissolving into fantasy. Credits: Chloe Credits: Chloe Featuring actress Apple Martin, whose luminous presence embodies this poetic surrender to summer’s spell. Captured against dreamlike seascapes, Apple channels the collection’s […]

Oner Active pop-up concept in London Credits: Oner Active British female-focused activewear brand Oner Active, co-founded in 2020 by personal trainer and fitness influencer Krissy Cela, has announced it is opening its first permanent brick-and-mortar store in New York. Cela, the brand's creative director, announced the news on Instagram and LinkedIn, stating that New York was chosen for the brand’s debut physical location because the US is Oner Active’s largest market. “We didn’t pick […]

Primark's Manhattan store. Credits: Primark. Primark has opened a new flagship store in Manhattan’s Penn District, bringing its US store count to 40 locations across 13 states. This latest New York site is the most recent in a string of openings by the budget retailer, which of late has also launched stores in Florida, Illinois, and Texas. Located at Herald Square, this newest flagship spans over 5,000 square meters, and stocks both clothing and everyday items. A ribbon-cutting ceremony […]

Credits: A fish named Fred There’s a new kind of energy drifting through Germany’s menswear floors, and it’s impossible to miss. It’s the kind of spark that makes people slow down for a moment, look around and realise something here feels different. A Fish Named Fred is expanding across the country, and with every new corner and every new store, the atmosphere shifts, a little brighter, a little bolder, a little more joyful. In Southern Germany, the longestablished […]

Real or fake? Credits: MessinaHembry.com London police have arrested six people suspected of distributing falsely trademarked goods over TikTok Shop amid a broader crackdown on counterfeiting in the UK. The operation was carried out by the Police Intellectual Property Crime Unit (PIPCU) at the City of London Police, which worked closely with industry partners to execute warrants in Rotherham. All six people have since been released under investigation. Targets were allegedly hosting […]

Ilia Topuria for Montirex. Credits: Montirex. British sportswear brand Montirex has chosen Spain as a key market in its European expansion strategy. It is leveraging the international distribution network of JD Sports for its launch into a selection of key points of sale across the country. Founded in Liverpool in 2019 by Daniel Yuen and Kieran Riddell Austin, the brand has successfully established its presence in the UK. This is due to its offering of technical products at accessible prices […]

The On store in Portland Image: On Holding AG Swiss sportswear provider On Holding AG (On) has continued its growth trajectory in the first quarter of the 2026 financial year. On Tuesday, the company announced record sales and raised its profit forecast. In the period from January to March, sales amounted to 831.9 million Swiss francs (1,065.3 million dollars). This represents an increase of 14.5 percent compared to the same quarter last year. Adjusted for currency fluctuations, revenue grew […]

Syre Expands Partnership with Target to Advance Next-Generation Recycled Materials at Scale Credits: Syre Target has expanded its partnership with Syre, a textile-to-textile recycling company, to accelerate the adoption of next-generation recycled materials across retail on a larger scale. Syre will support Target in integrating its textile-to-textile recycled polyester into its high-volume consumer goods categories, such as apparel and home, introducing more sustainable alternatives over […]

Mexico and Vietnam are forging ahead in the global logistics game. AI-generated image for illustration purposes. Credits: FashionUnited The global textile and garment industry is currently undergoing its most significant structural transformation in decades, driven by a combination of geopolitical friction and logistical instability. As the US continues its rigorous review of Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports, the traditional “Made in China” model is being systematically dismantled. […]

Lee Jeans Credits: Image: courtesy of Lee Jeans Authentic Brands Group, the intellectual property company that owns brands from Reebok and Champion, to Guess, Forever 21, and Herve Leger, is reportedly in discussions with Kontoor Brands Inc. to purchase Lee Jeans. Sources at WWD reported that Authentic Brands Group has been in exclusive talks to purchase Lee Jeans, but noted that a deal still had to be made, with Morgan Stanley investment banker Carmen Molinos overseeing the sale.  Reports of […]

York, UK. Credits: Unsplash. New figures from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) show UK non-food retail sales declined in April as weak consumer confidence impacted discretionary spending. According to the BRC, total UK retail sales fell 3 percent year-on-year in the four weeks to May 2, while non-food sales declined 3.3 percent. In-store non-food sales dropped 4 percent and online non-food sales were down 2.3 percent compared to the same period last year. The organisation said consumer […]

Kevin Ramstack, vice president of stores at Psycho Bunny Credits: Psycho Bunny Montreal-based premium fashion and lifestyle brand Psycho Bunny has appointed former Club Monaco executive Kevin Ramstack as vice president of stores to support the brand's continued expansion of its retail footprint. Ramstack, who has more than 25 years of leadership experience across store operations, digital, and cross-functional business strategy, has joined Psycho Bunny to lead the Canadian brand’s store […]

Arne Freundt becomes CEO Credits: www.artonsefa.com/Bogner Willy Bogner GmbH has appointed Arne Freundt to the role of chief executive officer (CEO). The former head of the Herzogenaurach-based sporting goods company Puma will take on his new role effective June 1, Bogner announced on Tuesday. Freundt will then be responsible for the future direction of the Munich-based apparel provider, alongside the existing management team. “We have been able to win over one of the most experienced sports […]

In Pictures Lotto H&M collection Credits: H&M Swedish fashion giant H&M has unveiled a collaboration with Lotto, drawing inspiration from the heritage Italian sportswear brand’s archives and the world of football. The Lotto H&M menswear collection launches on May 21 and takes its inspiration from football culture and community, while reinterpreting Lotto’s heritage through a “graphic and bold” contemporary lens. Lotto H&M collection Credits: H&M The […]

Under Armour partners with Persona AI on humanoid robotics materials research. Credits: Under Armour / Persona AI. Sportswear giant Under Armour has entered a research and development collaboration with Persona AI to explore how advanced performance materials can support humanoid robots operating in industrial environments. The partnership will focus on robots designed for physically demanding and high-risk settings, including welding, heavy manufacturing, hazardous material handling and […]

Credits: Asics In a world of filters, flawless skin and increasingly complex routines, ASICS is highlighting the original way to “get the glow”: movement that lifts and refreshes body and mind. Today, the brand unveils the first “beauty’ campaign to feature post-exercise faces. No filters, no expensive skincare, no complicated routines. Just glow - powered by movement. Get The Glow features individuals, including ASICS athletes, photographed moments after a run, walk, game or workout. […]

Credits: Tapestry. Tapestry has been awarded a US patent for Mira, an internal AI platform designed to connect data across the business and support faster decision-making across its brands, including Coach and Kate Spade New York. The patent covers the core architecture of the platform and marks Tapestry’s first AI-related patent and second technology patent overall. Mira works alongside the US company’s Global Data Fabric system and is designed to analyse company-wide data "in seconds", […]

Credits: Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton's Pre Fall 2026 Menswear Collection, a reflection of the flaneur under the vision of Creative Director Pharrell Williams, comes to life in a campaign set in Manhattan's Central Park. The series, captured by Oliver Hadlee Pearch, stars, for the first time, Friend of the House Tyshawn Jones. Drawing on Pharrell Williams's interest in the modern Dandy archetype, documentary-style photography and video follow an elegant figure through an urban reserve. The […]

Credits: Daily Paper Launching globally on April 23, 2026, Daily Paper unveils the third installment as part of their Spring/Summer 2026 "OFF-ROAD"-collection, a bold celebration of those who carve their own paths and redefine culture on their own terms. Credits: Daily Paper Credits: Daily Paper This dual-release embodies a philosophy of self-determination and reinvention, blending heritage with a future-facing vision shaped by the strength of the global diaspora. The campaign […]

Schiesser store Credits: Schiesser Israeli apparel manufacturer Delta Galil Industries has announced strong financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. The group, which produces intimate apparel, activewear, loungewear, and denim, saw sales growth across all business segments and geographic regions. Record revenue driven by US market expansion First quarter sales rose 15 percent to 573 million dollars, compared to 498.70 million dollars in the same period of 2025. In constant […]

Credits: Stone Island For Spring Summer '026, Stone Island presents a visual sequence constructed from the brand’s research matrix, centred on navigation as both function and cultural reference. Sailing is approached not as lifestyle, but as a system of orientation and movement - its most recognisable sign being the compass: a device for direction, measurement, and continuous recalibration. This navigation trajectory, initiated in the 1980s and still evolving, frames the Stone Island Spring […]

Pétronille Grein, head of product at G2 Credits: G2 G2 Esports, one of the world's leading esports and entertainment brands, has appointed former Tommy Hilfiger, Nike and Calvin Klein merchandising manager, Pétronille Grein, as its new head of product. Grein will be responsible for leading G2’s product strategy, driving global presence with “commercially and creatively impactful collections,” building on the brand’s previous collaborations with Ralph Lauren, Warner Bros, Smiley, and […]

Carnaby Street, London Credits: Shaftesbury Capital Spanish streetwear brand Eme Studios has announced plans to open its first permanent store outside of Spain on London’s Carnaby Street. The Spanish-born brand, founded in 2018, operates stores in Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia, and trades in more than 100 countries. The UK opening is part of the brand’s strategic expansion plans, which also include a permanent store planned in Amsterdam and a long-term pop-up in New York. In London, the […]

Temu and Shein stock illustration. Chinese platforms Credits: Photo by Markus Winkler via Pexels The two-week copyright trial between Shein and Temu kicked off in the UK’s High Court today, unveiling rising tensions over business rights between the online Chinese retail competitors. According to Reuters, Shein accused Temu of copyright infringement on an “industrial scale”, while Temu countered that Shein’s legal pursuit was merely an attempt to stifle competition rather than protect […]

Credits: INTERSPORT INTERSPORT, a global leader in sporting goods retail, is launching its new global brand campaign under the message: “Your Passion. Your Place. Make It Your Game.” The campaign celebrates the unifying power of sport and reinforces INTERSPORT as the common ground connecting people across cultures, communities and performance levels whether it’s a young player practising in the garden, a street baller finding their rhythm, a run club meeting after work, or a professional […]

Tiffany x CFDA_Jewlery Designer Award Credits: Tiffany Luxury jeweller Tiffany & Co.is extending its partnership with the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) by adding a jewellery design scholarship award alongside the second cycle of its Tiffany & Co. x CFDA Jewellery Designer Award, a programme dedicated to elevating the next generation of American jewellery designers. The 2026-2027 cycle will add a dedicated 25,000 US dollar scholarship and a summer internship for one […]

Credits: Courtesy of Fairly Made Fairly Made, a French traceability platform, is venturing into the US with plans to open an office in New York and the appointment of a director for the North American region. Sydney Ellis confirmed her new position at Fairly Made on LinkedIn, where she said: “Over the past decade, I’ve worked at the intersection of sustainability and business within the fashion industry, and this role feels like a natural next step in my commitment to supporting […]

Made in USA clothing label. Credits: Dreamstime. The National Council of Textile Organisations (NCTO) has named Amy Bircher Bruyn as the new chair of the organisation. Bruyn currently serves as chief executive officer and founder of MMI Textiles, an industrial and custom textile supplier. She will be joined at the helm of NCTO by the organisation’s new vice chair, Jay Todd, the CEO and managing partner of Service Thread, an industrial yarn and sewing thread manufacturer. In addition to Bruyn […]

CIFF Super, CIFF's 66th edition. Credits: CIFF. A shift in leadership is underway at the Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF); Shane Baron has been promoted as the new co-director of the Danish trade event, emphasising a continued commitment to partners and community. Baron has been with CIFF for over three years, during which time he has demonstrated a level of dedication, structure, and drive, a press release said. In a statement, director of CIFF, Sofie Dolva, called Baron’s […]

Credits: Oakley The latest chapter of the Players Collection, co-created with athletes shaping sports culture today. The Oakley Players Collection moves forward with new signature series from Team Oakley Athletes Jaylen Brown and Kylian Mbappé, icons who don't just play the game, but shape the culture around sport by setting the tone, rewriting narratives, and building communities. Jaylen Brown’s head-to-toe collection, which includes both eyewear and sportswear, introduces an exclusive […]

Credits: François Rico of Retail Conseil. Credits: David Wolff-Patrick Interview The rules of retail recruitment have fundamentally changed. In 2026, talent is no longer looking solely for a paycheck; it is looking for purpose, values and long-term growth. To understand how brands can adapt to a new era shaped by geopolitical uncertainty, changing workforce expectations and AI integration, FashionUnited spoke with François Rico, Head-hunter, fashion and luxury specialist at Retail Conseil. […]

Haute Wellness collection by Dior. Credits: Betina du Toit A tribute to personal fulfillment, the Haute Wellness Dior line – designed by Cordelia de Castellane – brings together creations dedicated to sports and well-being*. It is composed of a routine devised around three pillars: gentle physical exercise, mindfulness, and sleep. Blending comfort and a graphic conception, cannage – the House’s signature motif – is incorporated in gold thread on each piece, in shades of blue and […]

Illustration of Brochu Walker Seoul flagship opening in July Credits: Brochu Walker Los Angeles-based Brochu Walker, known for its "quiet luxury" aesthetic, is set to open its debut international flagship in Seoul, South Korea, in July, as part of the brand’s global evolution strategy. Brochu Walker has secured a 7,152 square foot store at Apgujeong-ro 42-gil 26, Gangnam-gu in Seoul, which will house five floors, including two floors for retail and a VIP private suite. Set to open on July […]

OLYMP COO Johann Trischberger. Image: OLYMP OLYMP Bezner KG, based in Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany, has published its 2025 sustainability report. The family-owned company is continuing its voluntary reporting on sustainability activities across environmental, social, and governance areas, a practice it began ten years ago. The latest report documents the internationally renowned apparel manufacturer's intensive commitment to sustainability. It also serves as a clear statement of its corporate […]

FW26. Credits: ARKET For autumn/winter 2026, Nordic lifestyle brand Arket continues its exploration of archetypal clothing. The womenswear and menswear collections are based on a shared focus on durability and materiality, with layering as a key tool for creating wardrobes that integrate harmoniously into everyday life. Credits: ARKET It begins with the materials: wool, cashmere, leather and silk, sourced from long-standing suppliers. High-quality outerwear fabrics, including Melton […]

Credits: Alvanon Alvanon, a leading sizing technology company for the fashion industry, has previewed the world's first luxury and designer phygital sizing solution; the Specialty Catwalk Series. Luxury brands, including Armani, attended the spectacular preview show, “The Intelligent Atelier,” hosted by Alvanon in collaboration with D-house Laboratorio Urbano at CoFactory in Milan, Italy. The Specialty Catwalk Series pairs physical mannequins with matching digital “twin” avatars […]

Charlotte, North Carolina, US. Credits: Unsplash. Claras Materials LLC has launched in the US as a specialist supply chain business focused on post-consumer textile raw materials for the region’s growing fibre-to-fibre and chemical recycling markets. The North Carolina-based company said it aims to address ongoing supply challenges facing textile recyclers, particularly around securing consistent, sorted and processing-ready feedstock at commercial scale. Claras Materials will source […]

In Pictures Flannels ‘House of Summer’ pop-up Credits: Flannels British luxury retailer Flannels, part of the Frasers Group, has opened a three-week Mexican-inspired womenswear showcase at its Oxford Street flagship in London. The ‘House of Summer’ curated pop-up, open until May 23, showcases a multi-sensory resort environment inspired by Tulum, Mexico, in the retailer’s basement, designed “to evoke the mood, texture, and escapism of a summer vacation”. The immersive […]

Nike store in Wertheim Village Credits: © Wertheim Village & Ingolstadt Village Sportswear giant Nike is at the centre of a consumer-fronted class action lawsuit over allegations that it was withholding refunds on tariffs and raising prices. In the lawsuit, filed with the US district court in Oregon, consumers claimed that Nike could "recover the same tariff payments twice – once from consumers through higher prices and again from the federal government through tariff refunds”. The […]

Paul Smith storefront. Credits: Paul Smith British heritage brand Paul Smith has appointed Zia Zareem-Slade as its new managing director. Zareem-Slade transitions to the independent fashion house from her most recent role as chief executive officer of British jewellery brand Annoushka. The appointment, effective May 2026, marks a strategic addition to the Paul Smith executive team. Zareem-Slade announced the move via a professional social media platform LinkedIn, noting that the business is […]

Harvey Nichols - Pilates in the Clouds studio Credits: Harvey Nichols Luxury department store Harvey Nichols has launched a new wellness destination on the fourth floor of the Knightsbridge store, as part of the ongoing evolution of its flagship to “reflect the changing priorities of modern luxury customers”. The renovated floor aims to offer an “holistic approach to modern wellbeing,” bringing together fashion, fitness, nutrition and beauty services, with a Pilates studio sitting […]

Autumn 2026. Credits: Bottega Veneta Bottega Veneta presents Fall 2026, shot in Venice under the creative direction of Louise Trotter. Captured by British photographer Chris Rhodes, the images offer an unfiltered, intimate perspective on the city. An everyday backdrop of vintage wallpaper and terrazzo flooring brings the collection’s craft into full focus. Credits: Bottega Veneta Credits: Bottega Veneta Finding new ways of visualising Venice, the campaign unfolds through a […]

Credits: ESSDM ESSDM Sevilla de Moda has announced the launch of a new postgraduate programme focused on haute couture techniques, expanding its role in specialised fashion education through the Cátedra de Moda Andaluza. The new Master’s programme, titled Máster en Técnicas de Alta Costura: Artesanía y Moda de Autor, will begin in October 2026 and aims to combine advanced technical training with the preservation of traditional craftsmanship. According to the school, the course is […]

Credits: Yours Clothing As UK temperatures slowly begin to rise, new TikTok search data reveals growing demand for warm-weather styling, with searches for “sleeveless dress outfits” increasing as shoppers look for easy, breathable looks for summer. The trend reflects a shift towards lightweight, throw-on dressing, as consumers seek outfit inspiration that works for both everyday wear and seasonal occasions. In response, Yours Clothing is spotlighting real customer looks and community-led […]

Credits: Audemars Piguet. Swiss haute horlogerie manufacturer Audemars Piguet is strengthening its commitment to premium sport by entering the professional padel circuit through a dual strategic alliance. The brand becomes the official timekeeper of the Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour and, at the same time, has signed a collaboration with Spain's Agustín Tapia, the current world number one. As part of the agreement, Audemars Piguet will have a presence throughout the international circuit […]

Fragrances from the collaborative line between Zara, perfumer Jo Malone and the brand Jo Loves. Credits: Zara. Madrid – Late last week, new information emerged about the legal battle initiated by the US-based The Estée Lauder Companies against British perfumer Jo Malone and Spanish fashion giant, the Inditex Group. The company accuses the perfumer and the fashion group of infringing the rights of the Jo Malone London brand, which has been owned by Estée Lauder since 1999. This is in the […]

Shoe Zone Credits: Shoe Zone, Facebook UK-based footwear retailer Shoe Zone has announced its interim results for the 26 weeks ended March 28, 2026, revealing a decline in revenue and a widened loss as macroeconomic volatility continues to impact consumer spending. The retailer reported total revenue of 62.93 million pounds (85.53 million dollars) for the first half, representing a 12 percent decrease from the 71.49 million pounds achieved during the same period in 2025. This decline was […]

M&S acquires logistics warehouse in Lichfield Credits: M&S British retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced a conditional agreement to acquire a 437,000 square foot fully automated fashion distribution centre located in Lichfield. The facility, previously operated by British online fashion retailer Asos, is scheduled to become operational within the M&S network in 2027. The acquisition is expected to create 600 jobs and serves as a primary driver for the strategic […]

Coltesse, Ludovic de Saint Sernin, EgonLab, Baziszt. Boarding Pass March 2026 Credits: FFIVM Report During this year's Shanghai Fashion Week, Promas, the organisation for the promotion of menswear in France and abroad, supported Ludovic de Saint Sernin, Coltesse, EgonLab and Baziszt in their approach to the Chinese market. Initial findings reveal distinct strategies, balancing business development, local integration and collection adjustments. As part of the operations led by Promas, and […]

In Pictures Credits: Rio Fashion Week SS27 ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Rio de Janeiro Fashion Week (April 14–18, 2026) marked a significant return to the Brazilian fashion calendar after a ten-year hiatus, with the aim of repositioning the city as an international fashion hub and drawing global buyers. To streamline the national schedule and reduce overlap, organizers IMM shifted São Paulo Fashion Week to the latter half of the year, reserving the first half for Rio. Strongly supported […]

Azzurra Morelli on stage at the Global fashion summit Credits: Pellemoda Climate adaptation is a supply chain issue and cannot be solved by a single brand. This was one of the messages delivered by Azzurra Morelli, ceo of Pellemoda (Holding Morelli), an Italian luxury manufacturing company and benefit corporation committed to integrating sustainability into its industrial processes. She spoke during the Global fashion summit, an international forum dedicated to sustainability in the fashion […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai UK fashion sales returned to growth in the latest week, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales rising +3.07% over a period that included the early May bank holiday, according to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker. The result comes off a positive base of +2.80% for the same week last year. Online demand drove the entire fashion uplift. Non-store fashion sales jumped +11.25%, marking a fourth consecutive week of growth in the channel, against a negative comparison […]

Durham high street, UK Credits: Unsplash UK retail footfall declined in April as consumer confidence weakened amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, according to new data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC). Figures from BRC-Sensormatic showed total UK footfall fell 11 percent year-on-year in the four weeks to May 2, reversing the 2.4 percent increase recorded in March. High streets saw footfall decline by 9.2 percent, retail parks recorded a 9 percent drop, and shopping centre visits […]

Quiz Telford Credits: Quiz Administrators for Quiz have confirmed that the retailer’s stores will remain open through the month of May as efforts to wind down stock continue. Interpath, which was appointed to oversee Quiz’s proceedings earlier this year, is continuing to review the trading situation as well as the supply of new stock from distribution centres to stores. Quiz’s future has remained in limbo since the company fell into administration on February 5, at which time 109 […]

Credits: YKK Corporation YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Matsushima; hereafter, YKK) has joined ZDHC (Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals) as a Signatory Supplier as of May 2026. ZDHC is a global organization centered on the textile and apparel industry, with the objective of eliminating hazardous chemicals from manufacturing processes and promoting the responsible management of chemicals. Its signatories include leading apparel brands, companies across […]

Hibbett store. Credits: Hibbett Sports. JD Sports has said it is planning to close around 175 Hibbett stores over the next three years as part of an ongoing optimisation of its North American footprint. Speaking during the company’s fourth-quarter earnings call, chief executive Régis Schultz said the retailer is focusing on closing smaller and lower-performing stores while prioritising larger locations with stronger sales potential. Schultz said the stores being eyed are mainly […]

Major garment producing countries in Asia. AI-generated image for illustration purposes. Credits: FashionUnited After successful editions covering the EU and Americas, non-profit Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) has released its GFA Policy Matrix: Asia. The resource is designed to map sustainability and social matters related legislation in the fashion industry across the region and focuses on eight major manufacturing countries: Bangladesh, Cambodia, China, India, Indonesia, Pakistan, Turkey and […]

Credits: bugatti The fashion brand bugatti from Herford is bringing its Spring/Summer 2026 campaign theme “Capri” directly to the point of sale with around 35 pop-up areas. Under the guiding motto “Ho voglia di Capri,” selected retail partners are transformed into a summery brand world that combines a Mediterranean lifestyle with a high-quality, modern retail presentation. The spaces are characterized by light materials, travertine looks, Mediterranean decorative elements such as […]