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For illustrative purposes Credits: Pexels The surge in oil prices following the Iran war fuelled inflation in the Eurozone in May. Consumer prices rose by 3.2 percent year-on-year. This was announced by the statistics office Eurostat in Luxembourg on Tuesday, according to an initial estimate. In April, the inflation rate stood at 3.0 percent. Economists had, on average, expected this development. The European Central Bank (ECB) is aiming for a medium-term annual inflation rate of two percent. […]

Credits: ZIMMERMANN For Cruise 2027, ZIMMERMANN explores dualities – the outsiders and the establishment, utility and opulence, grit and glamour – and the refreshing arrival of a bold new energy, inspired by an audacious moment in sporting history. “One of my most vivid memories as a kid was watching Australia II win the 1983 America’s Cup. It was one of those rare moments that swept the whole country up in a brilliant wave of joy and pride. Like a good film, the story had it all: the […]

The 'On Squad Race' final between France, Italy and Spain, on May 29, 2026 at Montjuïc castle in Barcelona, Spain. Credits: On. Madrid – On Running, or simply On for true sports enthusiasts, celebrated the final of its ‘On Squad Race’ initiative in Barcelona this past weekend, featuring teams from France, Italy and Spain. The relay competition has been promoted globally by the brand. FashionUnited had the privilege of participating first-hand, an experience that provided the perfect […]

Credits: Louis Vuitton The Louis Vuitton Spring-Summer 2027 Men's Pre-Collection by Men's Creative Director Pharrell Williams braves the elements. Acclimatising to varying weather, a versatile wardrobe for the travelling man adapts to the fluctuating forecasts that frame a life lived between continents and capitals. Multifaceted garments and accessories are conceived for a suitcase packed for changeable climates and dynamic dress codes. Tailored to both types of transitions, they assume the […]

Bachelor of Arts (Hons) in Fashion Marketing and Promotion - IED Madrid Credits: IED Istituto Europeo di Design is marking its 60th anniversary with recognition from the prestigious Compasso d’Oro, one of the design industry’s most respected awards. The honour comes as IED celebrates six decades of design education and launches a series of initiatives under the theme “Plural Intelligences,” a concept that explores how different forms of knowledge, creativity, and innovation can work […]

Credits: Bleckmann Although second-hand fashion has become a global phenomenon, the patterns of adoption and growth vary significantly across regions. The US, the UK and continental Europe together account for the majority of the global resale market, but each is evolving in its own way, shaped by local culture, consumer behaviour and policy. United States: scale and regulatory momentum The US is the world’s largest and most mature resale market, representing roughly 40% of global […]

Trapstar Credits: Trapstar blog UK streetwear label Trapstar has been placed on an insolvency marketplace as the business seeks a buyer to navigate working capital challenges, according to a report by London-based business publication City AM. The fashion house was founded in 2005. It achieved global prominence by pioneering the drop retail model, utilising short-notice social media announcements to release limited-edition collections and generate consumer demand. The brand attracted a […]

Adebayo Oke-Lawalhe wants to create pieces that explored humanity, identity, vulnerability, and the complexity of being African beyond generalisations. Credits: Michael Oshai via Orange Culture Fashion, for Adebayo Oke-Lawal, did not begin with the idea of building a brand. It began much earlier, in observation—in watching how people around him expressed themselves through clothing, but also how much remained hidden underneath it. Growing up in Nigeria, he became aware early on of the […]

Image from the latest campaign by Kié Einzelgänger Credits: Kié Einzelgänger Basel-born Kié Lee founded her brand, Kié Einzelgänger, in New York in 2016, moving it to Antwerp three years later. She now feels at home among the influential circles of Raf Simons, Ann Demeulemeester and Jurgi Persoons. Her work also carries a hint of that distinct Belgian signature. Lee, now in her thirties, draws creative strength from loneliness. This is evident in the extensive use of black in her work […]

Gianfranco D'Attis Credits: Kering, ph Foto Studio Internazionale Gianfranco D'Attis is the new CEO of Alexander McQueen, effective June 3, 2026. D'Attis will report to Luca de Meo, chief executive officer of Kering, and will be based in London. The manager has over 25 years of international experience in the luxury sector, with a solid track record in brand development, retail excellence and customer engagement in key markets. Most recently, he held the role of chief executive officer at […]

Portrait de Joannes Soënen. Crédit photo : Camaieu When Joannes Soënen took the helm of Jules in June 2023, the French menswear chain was carrying the weight of a recent cyberattack, a shrinking top line and a store network that had aged out of step with its customers. Roughly two years later, the business he describes as having undergone "a rapid turnaround between 2023 and 2024" was back to nearly 470 million euros in revenue and entering a phase of consolidation. Soënen has done it […]

Credits: Job Center Former Marks & Spencer chief executive Marc Bolland has been appointed by the UK government to support efforts aimed at addressing youth unemployment, as concerns continue to grow over the number of young people not in education, employment or training (NEET). According to Sky News, Bolland will work with government and industry stakeholders to help create pathways into employment, particularly for younger people facing barriers to entering the workforce. The initiative […]

Boutique Lanvin Credits: Lanvin China-based luxury fashion group Lanvin Group announced the appointment of Xi Luo as chief financial officer, effective June 1, 2026. In this position, Luo will manage the financial operations of the company, including financial planning and analysis, accounting, controllership, treasury, investments, and investor relations. Luo possesses more than 20 years of experience across the finance, investment, and capital markets sectors. Most recently, he served as […]

Campaign photographs of “The House of Marisa Berenson” capsule collection, designed by Marisa Berenson for Zara. Credits: Zara. Madrid – Zara has announced the upcoming launch of a capsule collection designed with the renowned New York actress, model and socialite Marisa Berenson, generating considerable anticipation and surprise. She is one of the most recognised figures in the fashion and film worlds of the 70s. After many years as a regular collaborator with Inditex's main fashion […]

Group Shot Miniatures. Martin Margiela auction. Credits: ©Marc Chatelard. This summer, on July 9 at 2pm CEST, a historic auction for the fashion world will take place in Paris. For the first time, Martin Margiela, founder of Maison Margiela, is partnering with auctioneers to organise the sale of his personal archives. The date is already shaping up to be a major event for numerous collectors and enthusiasts. The sale, organised by Parisian auction house Maurice Auction in collaboration with […]

Ellia Baldwin RISD 2026 Credits: Jonas Gustavsson Graduating students from the Apparel Design department at Rhode Island School of Design showcased their work through Collection 2026, the institution’s annual exhibition celebrating the creativity, technical skills and research-driven approach of its senior designers. According to a press release from the school, the showcase featured collections developed over the course of the students’ final year, offering a glimpse into how emerging […]

Monsoon collaborates with Callie Thorpe. Credits: Monsoon Monsoon announces a new limited-edition swim and beachwear collaboration with Callie Thorpe, travel writer and creator whose work has taken her across the world in partnership with some of the biggest names in travel and seen her photography and words featured in leading publications like Condé Nast Traveller. The collection, designed by Callie for Monsoon, celebrates confidence, individuality and thoughtful design. Rooted in Callie's […]

Ashley McDonnell, founder of VYKO Group Credits: VYKO Group by Guilherme Resende and Edgar Camargo Interview Ireland’s first domestic luxury conglomerate, VYKO, have laid out an ambitious blueprint to usher in a new era for Irish luxury on the global stage. Launched in April, the group announced plans to raise 50 million euros this year to acquire and scale heritage and contemporary brands by driving digital, media, and e-commerce strategies. Founded by former LVMH, Puig and Google executive […]

FS4B TEAM PHOTO - KICK OFF MAY 2026 Credits: FashionSkills4Better A new Erasmus+-funded initiative, FashionSkills4Better, has been launched to support sustainable fashion education and vocational training across Europe and Latin America. Running for 30 months, the project brings together nine partners from six countries to help develop the skills needed for the fashion industry's green and digital transition. The programme focuses on sustainability, circular economy practices, digital […]

Loewe celebrates 180 years. Credits: Loewe. Founded in 1846 as a small leather goods workshop in Madrid, Loewe has established itself almost two centuries later as the world's second oldest luxury house still in operation, behind only Hermès. Its longevity is thanks to a constant desire for transformation. The brand's history is also evoked in the animated short film narrated by Antonio Banderas that accompanies this anniversary. It dates back to the initial workshop where Spanish artisans […]

Credits: Loewe via YouTube. This animated video, narrated by Antonio Banderas himself, traces the 180-year history of Loewe, from its origins in 1845 as a modest leather goods workshop in Madrid to becoming a global benchmark in the luxury sector. The narrative explores how the brand fused Spanish artisanal expertise with the commercial vision of its German founder, achieving key milestones such as becoming a supplier to the royal household and introducing ready-to-wear in the 1960s. Watch the […]

Credits: Image: JCA I London Fashion Academy; Hanover Square Twelve graduating designers from JCA London Fashion Academy will present their collections at the institution’s 2026 Graduate Showcase, an event designed to connect emerging talent with fashion industry leaders while demonstrating the role of industry-focused education in preparing students for professional careers. The showcase, scheduled for 18 June at Haberdashers' Hall, will feature collections spanning ready-to-wear, […]

Marc Puig, executive chairman of Puig, during the company's 2026 Annual General Meeting, held on May 29, 2026. Credits: Puig. Madrid – In one of the week's major business stories, Puig held its 2026 Annual General Meeting last Friday, May 29. The meeting proceeded as planned, with shareholders approving every item on the agenda. These items ranged from the approval of the group's financial and non-financial statements for the 2025 financial year to the renewal of its Board of Directors. […]

Credits: Mexx The Dutch fashion house Mexx is giving its identity a clear direction. With Mexx Dutch By Design, the brand firmly establishes its premium position, rooted in forty years of heritage, designed for today. The line stands for what has always set Mexx apart: clothing that looks good without shouting. Authentic in character, confident in style and made for real life. Not for the catwalk, but for the people who show up in it every day. That typically Dutch straightforwardness […]

CONGRESS Alexandra Glogowsky, research associate at Hochschule Niederrhein - University of Applied Sciences. Credits: Textile ETP. The Textile ETP Annual Assembly brought together over one hundred professionals from the textile industry at the Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI) last week. Researchers, engineers, innovation managers and technology companies attended the event. It was marked by the challenges of an industry seeking to redefine its future amidst regulatory pressure, […]

Amazon warehouse. Credits: Amazon newsroom Paris - Amazon plans to invest more than 15 billion euros (17.49 billion dollars) in France over three years. The company announced on Monday "three new logistics sites" intended to create 1,000 permanent jobs. These will be in addition to the more than 7,000 already promised by the company in early May. "Amazon is strengthening its presence (...) (in France) with three new logistics sites in Pays de la Loire, Ile-de-France and Nouvelle-Aquitaine," […]

Everyday Essentials SS27. Credits: OLYMP Summer has a quiet allure: breathable fabrics, softer silhouettes, and a light that seems to slow the day down. Crafted not just for the season, but for moments that last. This collection captures the spirit of summer, evoking the feeling of an endless summer afternoon. The collection unfolds in four distinct modules. Each showcases a different facet of modern summer looks. 01 Spring in the office 02 Everyday essentials 03 Summer essentials 04 Summer […]

Bad Bunny's concert at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano stadium, on May 30, 2026. Credits: Riyadh Air Metropolitano. Madrid – Clearing up any lingering doubts about the strategic nature of the collaboration between Inditex and Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny, Marta Ortega was spotted among the 'VIP' guests at the artist's first concert in Madrid this Saturday, May 30. The partnership is an attempt to reactivate the flagging growth of Zara, its main fashion chain. Ortega is the non-executive […]

Who doesn't know Monroe's 'subway dress'? Credits: Unsplash Exactly one hundred years ago, on June 1, 1926, Norma Jeane Mortenson was born in Los Angeles. She chose the name under which she would live on as a sex symbol, model, actress and singer herself on her thirtieth birthday. Marilyn Monroe christened herself an icon, but for her wardrobe, she needed William Travilla. What was the costume designer's contribution to the Monroe 'brand'? Natural talent William Travilla (1920–1990) grew up […]

In Pictures Ladurée x Casablanca collaboration campaign Credits: Casablanca Parisian fashion label Casablanca has unveiled a collaborative ready-to-wear and pastry collection with French luxury patisserie house Ladurée, designed as a “journey between taste and style”. Launching on June 3, the Ladurée x Casablanca features limited-edition pomelo-mint macarons and gift boxes, which will be available until September 1, alongside a capsule of ready-to-wear and accessories, including […]

Lié Studio debut sunglasses collection Credits: Lié Studio Copenhagen-based accessory brand, Lié Studio, known for its minimalist, timeless jewellery, hair accessories, and leather goods, is expanding into eyewear with the launch of its debut sunglasses collection this month. Founded in late 2021 by Danish twin sisters and fashion models Amalie and Cecilie Moosgaard, the brand is adding eyewear for the first time with its pre-fall 2026 collection, introducing frames that reference […]

Hunter x Lick ‘Green 170’ paint campaign Credits: Lick British heritage brand Hunter, known for its wellington boots and signature ‘Hunter Green’ colour, has partnered with colour-centric British home décor brand Lick to launch a limited-edition paint shade, ‘Green 170’. The collaborative paint shade has been created to celebrate Hunter’s 170-year legacy with a contemporary interpretation of the footwear brand’s heritage shade, which Lick describes as “an elevated, […]

Journeys store, Eastwood Mall Complex Credits: Journeys via Facebook US footwear group Genesco reported a 3 percent increase in net sales for the first quarter of fiscal 2027, reaching 487 million dollars compared to 474 million dollars in the first quarter of fiscal 2026. The revenue increase was driven by a 2 percent rise in comparable sales, including a 3 percent gain in same store sales, which helped offset the impact of net store closures. Performance across the brand portfolio was mixed, […]

Love Island x Foster Grant capsule sunglasses campaign Credits: Foster Grant FGX International, an EssilorLuxottica company, has unveiled a capsule collection of ‘Love Island’ sunglasses. The six-piece capsule sunglasses collection has been designed in partnership with ITV Studios, which produces the reality dating show ‘Love Island’, and draws inspiration from the TV show’s “playful, high-energy world”. The capsule aims to offer “villa-ready style,” combining social […]

Interview Business park Monforts Quarter in Mönchengladbach. Credits: Textile Factory 7.0 The German government-funded future project, “Textile Factory 7.0” (T7), launched almost a year ago. It is a collaboration between the University of Applied Sciences Hochschule Niederrhein (HSNR) and other stakeholders from research, business and local authorities. The ambitious goals were announced in July 2025 already: Production and business processes are set to become digital; robotics will […]

Real or fake? Credits: MessinaHembry.com The UK government has introduced new guidance aimed at helping consumers safely shop second-hand fashion online, following a rise in counterfeit goods circulating across resale platforms. Published by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO), the guidance is part of a wider campaign developed alongside online marketplaces including Vinted, and responds to growing concerns around organised counterfeit operations targeting the resale market. New IPO […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai Consumer prices (April) UK headline CPI eased to +2.8 percent year-on-year in April 2026 per the Office for National Statistics (ONS), down from plus 3.3 percent in March — the lowest reading since March 2025 and a 50 basis-point single-month moderation. The Bank of England targets headline CPI at 2 percent, so April sits 80 basis points above target but has moved sharply closer. Core CPI, excluding energy, food, alcohol and tobacco, eased to +2.5 percent from +3.1 […]

Ibiza Fashion Festival 2024 at 528 Ibiza Supporting One Pure Sea - Les Waves (Romania/UK) Credits: IFF. Ibiza Fashion Festival is set to ban all animal-derived knits, including sheep’s wool, mohair, angora, cashmere, and alpaca, from its runways.  The ban builds on the fashion event’s current fur-free pledge, which saw it remove all fur, leather, and animal skins from its showcase and its feather-free commitment. “Cruelty to animals has no place on the runway,” said Ibiza Fashion […]

Ebay names Trosort winner of 2026 Circular Fashion Fund. Credits: Ebay. Ebay has named textile sorting technology company Trosort as the global winner of its 2026 Circular Fashion Fund, honouring the business for its AI-powered approach to improving secondhand clothing operations and textile recovery systems. Selected from eight finalists across the UK, EU, US and Australia, Trosort was recognised for tackling scalable textile sorting infrastructure, a key circularity challenge for fashion. […]

Vogue publisher Conde Nast to cut its workforce Credits: Condé Nast Global media company Condé Nast settled an ongoing labor dispute, reaching a 400,000 US dollar settlement with three former employees, who were fired last year after a confrontation with the company’s head of human resources. The three employees, including Jasper Lo, a New Yorker fact-checker, Alma Avalle, a Bon Appétit writer and producer, and Ben Dewey, a Condé Nast Entertainment videographer, were also reinstated at […]

Von Dutch Womens Velour Lifestyle AI campaign imagery. Credits: Von Dutch. London-based Goldfinch Agency is set to unveil the next phase of Von Dutch’s European expansion at Pitti Uomo this June, using the Florence trade show to introduce the brand’s new SS27 footwear collection alongside a preview of a developing women’s ready-to-wear line. The launch marks a broader push to reposition Von Dutch beyond its trucker-cap heritage and into a more comprehensive lifestyle brand spanning […]

Blkvis and Pegador. Credits: Asos. Asos has introduced nine new menswear brands to its selection, including Gap, for which the British e-tailer is now a wholesale partner in the UK and Ireland. Among the other brands joining the platform are streetwear labels Pegador, Huf, Stan Ray and Cernucci; warm weather dressing labels Blend, Belier and Capo; and Belier and Blkvis, both known for their textured knits and tailored pieces. In addition to this, more than 100 Gap products will also be […]

Corner Shein Credits: Photo by STEPHANE OUZOUNOFF / HANS LUCAS / HANS LUCAS VIA AFP Michelle Cameron, the founder of Indigenous Nations Apparel Company (INAC), claims that the ultra-fast-fashion giant Shein has copied 20 of her company’s designs, including the product imagery, to sell copycat products. A member of the Peguis First Nation, Cameron founded her brand close to six years ago in Winnipeg, selling Indigenous streetwear at markets and conferences. According to media reports from […]

Vestiaire Collective campaign. Credits: Vestiaire Collective This Thursday, the platforms Vestiaire Collective and Zalando announced a partnership that pushes the boundaries of the resale market. By partnering with a powerful e-commerce player, capable of selling pre-loved items in 14 European markets to millions of visitors, Vestiaire Collective is ushering second-hand fashion into a new era: that of the 'new new' and virtual mega-malls. What is the 'new new'? Coined by Maurane Nait Mazi, an […]

Patagonia store in Amsterdam Credits: Margriet Hoekstra. An environmentalist drag queen, a billion-dollar outdoor apparel company and a trademark dispute that has sparked widespread backlash online: Patagonia’s lawsuit against climate activist and performer Pattie Gonia has quickly become one of fashion’s most closely watched legal battles. But who exactly is Pattie Gonia? Why is Patagonia suing? And why has the case struck such a nerve online? First things first: who is Pattie Gonia? […]

Monos launches debut sunglasses collection Credits: Courtesty of Monos Travel Canadian lifestyle and travel brand Monos has launched its debut sunglasses collection, Mira, as it expands into a new product category. Marking a “natural evolution” for Monos, the collection includes six styles that represent the brand’s design philosophy. Inspired by architectural shapes and natural landscapes shaped by place, the minimalist styles are made from premium Mazzucchelli cellulose acetate with […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai UK fashion sales rebounded sharply in the latest week, with an early-season heatwave driving renewed demand across both physical and online channels, according to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker. Total fashion like-for-like (LFL) sales rose +4.59%, against a negative base of -1.14% for the same week last year. Store fashion led the recovery in a notable reversal from the prior week's -4.90% decline. In-store fashion sales grew +6.00%, comfortably ahead of the […]

Arc’teryx to open first evert store in Denmark Credits: Arc’teryx Canadian outdoor brand Arc’teryx is set to open its first-ever store in Denmark, Copenhagen, next month as it continues to roll out its retail strategy of opening 25 to 30 new stores globally each year. Located at Pilestræde 16, the new brand store opens its doors to the public on June 11 and marks Arc'teryx's first physical presence in the Danish market. The retail location spans 443 square meters across two floors and […]

Georg Kasperkovitz becomes new CEO at Lenzing Credits: Lenzing AG Austrian fibre manufacturer Lenzing AG has found a new chief executive officer. Approximately six months after the announced departure of CEO Rohit Aggarwal, Georg Kasperkovitz has been appointed as the new CEO. The company announced this on Friday. Kasperkovitz will take over the role on June 1. His term will run until May 31, 2029. With this appointment, Lenzing is opting for an internal solution. Kasperkovitz has been a […]

Hermès store. Credits: Unsplash. Two Swiss lawyers and a notary are under investigation in Paris regarding the Hermès shares case. An heir of the French leather goods house claims to have been dispossessed of the shares in favour of LVMH. AFP learned this on Friday from the Paris public prosecutor's office, confirming a report from the daily newspaper Libération. Nicolas Puech, an 83-year-old Swiss resident, accuses his former wealth manager, Eric Freymond, of dispossessing him of his […]

Humanoid. Image for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. There were no naked robots in sight at a fashion show held in Seoul with a high-tech twist, where pairs of people and humanoids hit the catwalk in matching outfits. A tasselled blue Texan-style ensemble -- complete with a cowboy hat for the robot -- and a retro silver puffer jacket were among the looks showcased at the event on Thursday. Each human model and their shorter android companion took turns to strut their stuff in unison on […]

A general view of "abacost", a closed-front jacket, jackets on display at the Okasol workshop in Kinshasa on May 18, 2026. Credits: GLODY MURHABAZI / AFP Sewing machines whirred across bold fabrics at a Kinshasa atelier where Congolese tailors and their style-savvy customers have revived a suit long associated with life under a dictator. The "abacost" has a closed-front jacket, often with a Mao-style collar and worn without a tie, ideal for the sweltering equatorial heat. It was the signature […]

Dior, Osaka. Credits: Den Niwa Celebrating the powerful ties that unite Dior and Japan, the Maison is opening an unprecedented House of Dior in the heart of Shinsaibashi’s vibrant district. The undulating façade, designed by Japanese architect Sou Fujimoto, is a technical masterpiece. A homage to the virtuosity of haute couture, it evokes the flowing drapery and layered fabrics of the dresses created by Christian Dior. Conceived by architect Peter Marino, the interior of this “kingdom of […]

Ganni autumn/winter 2026, ready-to-wear. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Danish fashion brand Ganni has published its 2025 Responsibility Report, which concludes its Gameplan 2.0 (2023–2025) sustainability strategy and introduces Gameplan 3.0, the new framework that will guide its environmental and social commitments until 2028. The document outlines unmet goals, structural barriers yet to be resolved and a recalibration of targets in a context that the company itself describes as a […]

Marfa Stance Credits: Marfa Stance UK outerwear brand Marfa Stance has appointed Jenna Littler as its new chief executive officer (CEO). Littler announced the appointment through a LinkedIn post, expressing her enthusiasm for joining the company and advancing the creative vision of the business. Prior to this role, Littler spent over 10 years at UK luxury fashion house Burberry, where she held several senior leadership positions, including senior vice president for the UK and Russia retail, […]

Gap's flagship store on Oxford Street, London. Credits: Gap. US specialty apparel company Gap Inc. has updated its full year guidance following its financial results for the first quarter ended May 2, 2026. The group reported a net sales increase of 1 percent to 3.50 billion dollars, while comparable sales rose 2 percent, marking the ninth consecutive quarter of positive growth. Standout quarter for Gap brand Performance across the portfolio was varied during the 13-week period. San […]

Rosa, customer advisor at the fashion brand Grain de Malice. Credits: Grain de Malice. If there is one job in fashion where emotional intelligence reigns supreme, this is it. Far from the clichés, sales advisors embody the most vibrant and perhaps the most human face of this immense industry. To paint a multifaceted portrait of this hands-on profession, FashionUnited has chosen to speak with those who approach sales as a place for fulfilment and specialised expertise. Following our […]

European shopping centres are consolidating a new model where visitor quality surpasses volume. This image was created using an artificial intelligence tool. Credits: Alicia R. Sarmiento. The latest data published by the Spanish company TC Group Solutions in its 2026 Retail Intelligence Report points to an ongoing transformation in how European physical retail performance is measured. This scenario requires a review of one of the most historically used indicators by operators and brands: […]

Anthem, FW26. Credit: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The Tokyo Fashion Award is setting up in Paris during the upcoming Paris Fashion Week Men's, from June 23 to 28, 2026. This support programme for young Japanese designers will establish a space called “showroom.tokyo in Paris” in the Marais district. The Tokyo Fashion Award, organised by the Tokyo Metropolitan Government and the Japan Fashion Week Organization (JFWO), supports Tokyo-based fashion designers in developing their businesses and […]

Credits: Fendi For Maria Grazia Chiuri, her first Cruise collection for FENDI can be many things: the narration of a project, the manifesto of a way of working, a declaration of intent. The development and refinement of a project in progress. A synthesis of the journey undertaken. Chiuri reasserts her identity as an Italian designer, interested in processes, attentive to the quality of materials, and focused on the research of forms. In this process, Chiuri aims to strengthen and clarify the […]

Credits: Jeansland This piece revisits the FRESH BLOOD series by highlighting a conversation with two young denim professionals, Lucille Ix (22) and Lucas Van de Woestyne (27). Both grew up in the industry, and their families have known each other for generations. The discussion covers how the massive denim industry operates as a small community, the longevity of professional relationships, and the importance of new generations staying in the field. The professionals spoke plainly about […]

SS26. Credits: Tommy Hilfiger Tommy Hilfiger, part of PVH Corp., has unveiled a new campaign featuring Liverpool FC's most iconic players. The campaign showcases the summer 2026 collection as football prepares for a cultural milestone. Against a backdrop of optimistic and vibrant imagery, the players gather with excitement before many of them embark on their international journey to the world's biggest stage. The collaboration continues to shape a vision of style for the next era of the […]

U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team suits up in BOSS to reveal new roster at Pier 17 Credits: BOSS The U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team (USMNT) revealed its new roster at Pier 17 in New York City, with players and Head Coach Mauricio Pochettino dressing in BOSS for the occasion. Earlier that morning, Pochettino also appeared on television wearing BOSS, delivering brand visibility on one of America’s most-watched morning shows ahead of the highly anticipated roster announcement. At the roster […]

Gen Z is driving secondhand growth, but poor returns are costing brands loyalty Credits: Unsplash Gen Z is the driving force behind secondhand commerce in the United States, but a growing number of younger shoppers are ready to walk away from a brand entirely after a poor return or refund experience — putting post-purchase trust at the centre of resale's next phase of growth. In fact, 60 percent of Gen Z have stopped buying from a brand following a negative returns experience, according to […]

Jeansland has launched “Fresh Blood,” a new podcast series focused on young professionals working across the global denim and apparel supply chain, highlighting perspectives from emerging industry workers rather than established executives or commentators. Announced on May 27 in New York, the audio series examines how people under 30 working in production, sourcing, manufacturing, and design view the future of the denim industry amid ongoing conversations around sustainability, labor […]

Everlane x Laufey foundation Credits: Raul Mendoza Everlane founder Michael Preysman is preparing to launch a new fashion brand following the controversial sale of Everlane to Shein, according to Forbes. The move comes after Shein acquired the US fashion retailer earlier this month in a deal that sparked backlash from customers and sustainability advocates, given Everlane’s long-standing positioning on sustainability. Founded by Preysman in 2011, Everlane built its reputation on what it […]

Lanvin Cannes - 65 Boulevard de la Croisette Credits: Lanvin Fashion house Lanvin is entering a new phase of its development. According to a report by WWD, the company has announced the appointment of Barbara Werschine as chief executive officer. This is a strategic move that signals an expansion into the lifestyle market. Barbara Werschine was previously the chief executive officer at cashmere specialist Eric Bompard. According to Lanvin, she “successfully modernised the brand and optimised […]

Credits: Le Coq Sportif. The French brand Le Coq Sportif has signed a strategic agreement with Albion 1879 SL to drive its growth in the Iberian Peninsula. The focus will be on Spain and Portugal, aiming to accelerate its consolidation in the premium sport lifestyle segment. The move follows the company's restructuring after its Spanish subsidiary entered insolvency proceedings. This process ended its direct operations in the country and led to a reorganisation of its local structure, […]

Pitti Uomo in Florence Credits: Ole Spötter for FashionUnited Promas and Le Défi, key organizations driving the international expansion of French fashion, are supporting the presence of 19 French menswear brands exhibiting at the Pitti Uomo trade show, held from June 16 to 19, 2026, at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence. Promas, which aims to support brands with their international development, has a partnership with Pitti. This partnership allows French menswear brands to receive a subsidy […]

TK Maxx store at the Álcora Plaza Retail Park in Alcorcón, Madrid (Spain). Credits: TK Maxx. Madrid – Following the announcement by the retail company's management earlier this month, and as reported by FashionUnited, the new TK Maxx store in Spain opened its doors this Thursday, May 28. This is the chain's second store in the country and the first within the Community of Madrid. With a retail space of 1,621 square metres distributed over a single floor, the store began trading today at […]

10 Corso Como's exhibition space at CIFF 66. Credits: 10 Corso Como. Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF) is continuing to transition from a traditional seasonal trade show into a year-round industry platform, with organisers outlining a broader international strategy ahead of CIFF 67 in August. Set to take place from 3 to 5 August in Copenhagen, the upcoming edition will feature a mix of Scandinavian and international brands, including new additions such as 66°North, Oakley, Rains, […]

Small parcel. Image for illustration. Credits: Unsplash. A coalition of UK retailers and trade organisations is calling on the government to speed up the introduction of reforms to low-value imports (LVI), warning that delays are placing mounting pressure on domestic retail and fashion businesses. In a letter addressed to prime minister Keir Starmer and chancellor Rachel Reeves, signatories including Asos, Primark, Next, Marks & Spencer, River Island and the UK Fashion & Textile […]

Drip by Drip targets menstrual health gaps in Bangladesh garment factories. Credits: Drip by Drip. NGO Drip by Drip has launched a new programme designed to tackle menstrual health challenges facing women in Bangladesh’s garment sector, an issue it says remains largely overlooked across global fashion supply chains. Announced on World Menstrual Hygiene Day, the initiative, dubbed ‘Menstrual Dignity in Fashion’, will run across 10 ready-made garment factories in Dhaka, Gazipur and […]

EU flag Image: Studio Idea via Pexels The European Commission has imposed a 200 million euro fine on the Chinese online marketplace Temu for illegal products. The Brussels authority announced that the company had failed to properly assess the risks and damages to consumers. This is a particularly serious breach of the Digital Services Act (DSA). Consumers in the EU were highly likely to encounter illegal items on Temu. “Temu's risk assessment underestimates specific risks, is too vague, […]

Credits: Clio Peppiatt The British Fashion Council (BFC) has doubled down on its Parisian showroom presence with the announcement of a four-year commitment that builds on the roll out of a long-term strategy. As a result of this, the BFC will host its ‘London show Rooms’ (LsR) at The Architect’s House during Paris Fashion Week Men’s–spanning June 25 to 30–featuring designers from across its ecosystem. For this edition, those participating include Clio Peppiatt; Clothsurgeon; […]

H&M store. Credits: H&M Swedish fashion retailer H&M Group is facing mounting labour tensions across Europe as the planned closure of its Ghlin distribution centre in Belgium and an ongoing restructuring process in Spain continue to disrupt operations and negotiations with unions. Belgium distribution center closure sparks protests Belgian media outlet Retail Detail reported that H&M’s European distribution centre in Ghlin, Belgium, is set to close permanently in autumn 2026, […]

Credits: River Island River Island is proud to announce a new partnership with the legendary New York City brand PONY (Product of New York). Blending PONY’s deep-rooted athletic heritage with River Island’s signature contemporary street style, the River Island x PONY collection is set to arrive just in time for the summer season. Founded in NYC in 1972, PONY built its legacy as the definitive sneaker and apparel brand for championship footballers, tennis icons, and boxers. Today, that […]

Credits: FIRE In recent years, one statement has been repeated again and again: “Wholesale is dying.” Direct-to-consumer is rising. Marketplaces are expanding. Digital channels dominate the headlines. But here is the reality: Wholesale is not dead. Bad wholesale is. The brands that struggle are not suffering from the channel itself. They are suffering from outdated structures, fragmented systems and reactive execution. Wholesale remains one of the most powerful growth engines in fashion. […]

The Coach Charm Playground at Selfridges Corner Shop Credits: Coach by Tdm.space Selfridges is due to shake up its head office team. The luxury department store has confirmed proposed plans to cut 2 percent of its headcount to align with “strategic and financial objectives”. In a statement to Drapers, a spokesperson for the company said it had entered into a consultation process with employees. Those impacted are believed to be in IT support, business analysis, service improvement and […]

John Lewis; Horsham store Credits: John Lewis. Department store giant John Lewis has closed its Blakelands National Distribution Centre after more than 40 years in operation. The news was confirmed by John Lewis & Partners’ head of operations, Sarah Payne, who extended a "sincere thank you to the entire Blakelands team” in a post on LinkedIn. Payne stated that the move marked the start of a new chapter for the company, adding: “The closure is part of a move for groundbreaking […]

SS27. Credits: bugatti 1. Florian Wortmann, Chief Brand & Commercial Officer “With Forte sotto il sole! we capture the stillness of a summer afternoon in Forte dei Marmi — Dolce Far Niente in its most modern form. We are moving away from theatrical oversized proportions and embracing a new, precise lightness. Our designs focus on ‘Controlled Fluidity’ — moving beyond pure oversize towards silhouettes that give the body space without concealing it.” “Colour is never accidental […]

Clarks store Credits: Clarks via LinkedIn British footwear brand Clarks is eyeing a major expansion with plans to open 150 stores this year, as outlined in a Modaes interview with the company’s president of the UK and Europe, Joe Ulloa. According to the exec, 29 locations have already opened, 11 of which reside in Europe, where 15 to 20 new sites are expected in total. Its focus lies heavily on China, where 50 locations are planned, and the US, with 40 sites on the horizon. Its increased […]

Credits: TOD's ESW, the international growth engine for ambitious brands, today announced a partnership with Italian luxury house Tod's Group to power its international ecommerce expansion across approximately 50 new markets. The rollout encompasses all four brands - Tod's, Roger Vivier, Hogan and Fay - extending direct-to-consumer reach to customers across more than 80 international markets. Tod's Group has built one of Italy's most recognised luxury portfolios, with an established retail and […]

Vestiaire Collective x Zalando Credits: Zalando Vestiaire Collective is bringing second-hand luxury fashion to Zalando. The Berlin-based online retailer and the French resale platform have entered into a partnership, the two companies announced on Thursday. A hand-checked selection of second-hand luxury items will now be available on Zalando. The collaboration will be rolled out in 14 European markets. It will give Zalando customers access to luxury items from over 50 designer brands, some of […]

This image was created using an artificial intelligence tool to represent the movements of Portuguese exports. Credits: Alicia R. Sarmiento | FashionUnited Portuguese textile and apparel exports closed the first quarter of 2026 with moderate yet significant growth. This progress comes amid a challenging environment where a decline in several European markets was offset by growth in non-EU destinations. Between January and March, the sector's international sales reached 1.44 billion euros (1.67 […]

Primark. Credits: Primark Irish fashion retailer Primark is entering a new phase of its development in the French market with the appointment of Sylvain Darracq as managing director. He will officially take up his post on October 1, 2026, after a four-month transition period alongside the current director. He succeeds Christine Loizy, who is retiring after 13 years at the helm of the French subsidiary. Sylvain Darracq joins the company with over 25 years of solid experience in the retail […]

Henry Zankov Credits: Dvf, ph Hunter Abrams Henry Zankov is the new artistic director of Diane von Furstenberg. Graziano de Boni, CEO of Diane von Furstenberg, announced the news in a statement. His first collection will debut in September 2026 during New York Fashion Week. In this new role, Henry Zankov will oversee the brand's entire creative direction, from collections to visual identity. The designer will also continue to lead his eponymous brand, Zankov, which is based in New York and […]

Carbonfact acquires Vaayu; founders Namrata Sandhu (Vaayu) and Marc Laurent (Carbonfact) side by side. Credits: Carbonfact French sustainability platform Carbonfact has acquired its German competitor Vaayu Tech GmbH. The companies made a joint announcement today. The purchase price has not yet been disclosed. The acquisition brings the two largest decarbonisation tools for the fashion industry under one roof. Existing clients will migrate to Carbonfact. The combined portfolio now includes […]

Return of the elegance/rufles/fringes/transparancy/socks in heels/mixing occasions/bubble hem. Jacquemus FW2026, Isabel Sanchís FW26, Victoria Beckham FW26, Carven OFF26 - Pre-Fall Women & Aje OFF27 - Resort Women Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Executive summary: A confluence of held polarities and considered pleasure defines SS27 The spring/summer 2027 season arrives in a global context trend forecasters describe with unusual unanimity. WGSN and Coloro frame 2027 as a "polycrisis" […]

Hermès bag handbag, Fall Winter 2026, Ready to Wear Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Hermès artistic director Pierre-Alexis Dumas recently provided the renowned news magazine 60 Minutes with an exclusive, intimate look inside the hallowed workshops of the Parisian fashion house. During the segment, Dumas meticulously detailed the intricate, generations-old craftsmanship and specialized skills required to create their globally coveted, iconic handbags, pieces that are as much investment […]

Fred Perry store in Brighton. Credits: Fred Perry Interview For decades, Fred Perry has occupied a unique position at the intersection of fashion, music and subculture. While the Laurel Wreath remains globally recognisable, it is within the brand’s stores that its cultural relevance continues to evolve in real time. As part of an ongoing retail-focused conversation with FashionUnited, Brighton Store Manager Kate Harrigan reflects on the changing dynamics of contemporary retail, the emotional […]

Exterior of the Galería Canalejas shopping gallery in Madrid, Spain. Credits: Galería Canalejas. Madrid – The Spanish multinational OHLA, successor to the former OHL of the Villar Mir Group, will put the exclusive Galería Canalejas shopping complex up for sale at the end of the year. This was announced by its chairman of the board of directors and main shareholder, Luis Amodio. He has ruled out the possibility of the transaction being completed for less than 200 million euros (232 million […]

Luca De Meo at the Kering headquarters in Paris (September 2025). Credits: Photo by THOMAS SAMSON / AFP Luxury group Kering is holding its annual general meeting on Thursday, a few weeks after unveiling its strategic plan, as the slowing luxury market seeks to reinvent itself. Last September, the French giant's last annual general meeting saw the appointment of Luca de Meo as chief executive officer. François-Henri Pinault retained his position as chairman of the group. Kering owns Gucci, […]

Credits: Unsplash Justin Thomas, VP Sales, EMEA North for Akeneo explains why merchandising is moving from intuitive decisions to attribute level performance analysis and why this matters in the new AI age. We are moving away from a time when merchandising was driven by instinct, experience and intuition, which provided merchandisers with the ability to spot trends, predict demand and decide what customers might want before the data caught up. This is because, in the age of AI commerce, […]

Credits: OMEGA OMEGA continues its legacy in the world of James Bond by unveiling a new timepiece that appears in the action-adventure game, 007 First Light. Designed in collaboration with the game's creators, IO Interactive and Amazon MGM Studios, OMEGA’s new Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph 007 First Light, allows 007 fans to play and dress as the iconic spy. About the game The 007 First Light Video Game is officially launching worldwide on May 27th, 2026. Developed by IO Interactive (the […]

"Frutteria Golden” takeover at Selfridges’ corner shop in London Credits: Golden Goose Italian luxury label Golden Goose has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, delivering strong growth across all regions. The group reported net revenues of 173.22 million euros (201 million dollars), representing a 10 percent increase compared to the first quarter of 2025. This performance was primarily powered by continued momentum in its direct-to-consumer (D2C) […]

Galeries Lafayette in Shanghai. Credits: F. Julienne. Beijing - Jacqueline Li was astonished to learn of the closure of Galeries Lafayette in Beijing. She believes it signals a change in Chinese shopping habits. Since the Covid-19 pandemic, luxury no longer holds the same appeal as it once did. The closure of the iconic French department store this Wednesday occurs against a backdrop of economic gloom in the country. This is another illustration of how foreign luxury brands have lost their […]

Interview Alexandra Jacmin and Ségolène Jacmin, founders of the brand Façon Jacmin. Credits: Façon Jacmin. Antwerp - There is something quite rare in what Ségolène and Alexandra Jacmin do. There is no unnecessary noise, no growth at all costs, and no back-to-back Parisian shows just for the sake of being on a schedule. In ten years, the two sisters have built Façon Jacmin with a logic that is almost entrepreneurial craftsmanship. They advance step by step, stay true to their […]

An Abercrombie & Fitch store Image: Abercrombie & Fitch US apparel group Abercrombie & Fitch Co. set a new sales record in the first quarter of the 2026/27 financial year. However, its profit declined. According to a statement released on Wednesday, sales in the 13 weeks to May 2 amounted to approximately 1.11 billion US dollars. This was a two percent increase on the same quarter last year and a new record high for the company. Adjusted for currency fluctuations, however, revenue […]

FG Moves To End Textile Import Dependence As Nigeria Produces 10,000 Made-In-Nigeria T-Shirts In Six-Month Pilot Credits: Unsplash The federal government of Nigeria has launched a new initiative to revitalize its cotton, textile, and garment (CTG) industry as it aims to reposition the sector as a hub for employment, industrial growth, and export competitiveness. Also known as the National Cotton, Textile and Garment Industrial Transformation Programme (NCTG-ITP), the programme is said to be a […]