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In Pictures GU's fall/winter 2026 collection Credits: GU GU, the Fast Retailing-owned sister brand to Uniqlo, has launched its fall/winter 2026 collection, the first by new creative director Francesco Risso. The collection is a comprehensive overhaul of the brand's product lineup timed to its 20th anniversary. Risso, the former Marni creative director, has restructured GU's offering around six lifestyle concepts — Minimal, Classic, Playful, Utility, Sport and Cozy — each presented as […]

Arena, Collection SS26 Credits: Arena Performance swimwear brand Arena has renewed its partnership with USA Swimming, extending the agreement through 2028 in a deal timed to the Los Angeles Olympic Games. The renewal sees Arena continue as an official partner of the national governing body, which counts 380,000 members across athletes, coaches, officials and volunteers, and is responsible for selecting and training the US teams for international competition, including the Olympics. "Renewing […]

Credits: Fashion Forward Kinspire A Second Chance, Inc. will launch the second year of its Fashion Forward Kinspire™ programme this summer, expanding a fashion education initiative designed to introduce young people in kinship and foster care to careers across the fashion industry. The programme combines mentorship, career exploration and creative learning with a redesigned curriculum focused on confidence-building, personal branding and professional development. Participants will work with […]

Credits: Courtesy of Le Slip Français x Saint James On Monday, the question was whether investors still believe in independent French textile brands. The initial public offering of Le Slip Français was set to provide some answers. That moment has now arrived. Only a few hours after the markets opened, it is still too early to speak of a stock market success or a definitive validation of the model. The debut of Le Slip Français on Euronext Growth Paris did not trigger a financial tidal wave. […]

eVent Fabrics campaign. Credits: eVent Fabrics US-based eVent Fabrics has announced a partnership with Chinese outdoor brand Pelliot to bring its PFAS-free alpineST and windstormST laminates to the Chinese outdoor market, in a deal both companies frame as a step in the industry's shift away from so-called "forever chemicals." Under the agreement, Pelliot will use eVent's alpineST laminate — a PFAS-free membrane paired with performance face fabrics and a C0 durable water repellent finish — […]

In Pictures January launches new debut shoe ‘Scignal’ Credits: January January, a new global running shoe brand rooted in “innovation, inclusivity and considered design” has launched, founded by male and female Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) runners. Described as a “next-generation running” brand, January is looking to reimagine high-performance running “for everyone,” reflecting the sport's evolving culture to make it “more accessible without […]

In Pictures FoundRae London flagship Credits: FoundRae New York-based fine Jewellery brand FoundRae, known for its symbolic and spiritual designs, has opened its first international flagship store on Mount Street in London. In a statement, FoundRae said that it chose Mount Street in Mayfair as the store’s location due to the “quintessential” feel of the shopping street, which has retail roots dating back to the 1700s, with the store sitting next door to a Milanese patisserie […]

Christa Bösch and Cosima Gadient, designers of Ottolinger. Credits: Peter Lindbergh Foundation, courtesy of Desigual. Madrid – Desigual continues to advance its unique and increasingly elevated collaboration policy, announcing its latest partnership with Berlin-based Ottolinger. A regular on the official Paris Fashion Week calendar, Ottolinger has developed a capsule collection with the Spanish company, founded in Barcelona in 1984. This new collection draws from Desigual's historical […]

Knix partners with Holt Renfrew Credits: Knix Joanna Griffiths is stepping down from Knix, the Toronto-based intimates brand she founded in 2013, ending a 14-year run that took the company from digitally native startup to international omnichannel retailer. Chief commercial officer Nicole Tapscott will succeed her as president. The departure, first reported by The Globe and Mail and later confirmed by Griffiths on social media, comes four years after Swedish hygiene and health group Essity […]

Credits: OLYMP OLYMP Bezner KG, based in Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany, has been renowned for its outstanding shirt expertise for 75 years. Simultaneously, the fashion brand is consistently evolving, creating modern looks for complete outfits that naturally blend business and casual wear. As a logical next step, OLYMP has revised the visual identity of its shirts, jumpers, polos, T-shirts and all other items for autumn 2026. The new label concept creates a uniform brand identity across the […]

Sosandar Harrogate Credits: Sosandar via Facebook UK-based women's fashion brand Sosandar has announced its financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026, reporting a 14 percent revenue growth year-over-year, to 42.30 million pounds (56.50 million dollars) compared to 37.10 million pounds in the previous financial year. The gross margin increased to 64 percent, reflecting a sustained focus on margin improvement. Adjusted profit before tax increased to 0.40 million pounds, up from 0.20 […]

Lionel Messi x Adidas Credits: Adidas Adidas closed the first half of 2026 as the sportswear industry's most visible brand, generating 1.9 billion dollars in Media Impact Value (MIV) between January 1 and June 30, according to data from Launchmetrics. The figure represents a 12 percent increase over the second half of 2025 and places the German brand ahead of Nike, which recorded 1.7 billion dollars over the same period. But a closer look at the data reveals how much of that lead rests on a […]

Adriana Domínguez, chief executive officer of Adolfo Domínguez. Credits: Adolfo Domínguez. Madrid – Not in the morning, nor at midday, nor in the afternoon. It was only after the markets had closed that Adolfo Domínguez announced the cancellation of its results publication, scheduled for this past Monday, July 13, 2026. This decision stems from an adjustment to its financial reporting calendar. Under this new policy, the Spanish fashion multinational will no longer report its quarterly […]

Credits: Carhartt American workwear brand Carhartt has released a collection of work shorts designed for tough working conditions on warm days, according to a press release. The shorts are available for both men and women and are aimed at professionals such as installers; carpenters; gardeners; and mechanics who work outdoors. According to Carhartt, the work shorts offer the same durability as the brand's well-known long work trousers, but with added ventilation. Hard-wearing materials, […]

BPCM appoints Christian Langbein EVP of Growth & Strategy. Credits: BPCM Global communications agency BPCM has appointed Christian Langbein as executive vice president of growth and strategy, the agency announced. Building on BPCM's recent leadership evolution in late 2025 and continued investment in its globally integrated offering, Christian will lead the agency's Growth & Strategy practice, overseeing brand strategy, positioning, campaign development and partnerships across […]

Giuseppe De Biasi completes Lowa's new management trio Image: Lowa Sportschuhe GmbH Outdoor footwear brand Lowa has appointed Giuseppe De Biasi as general manager operations. He succeeds Alexander Nicolai, who is leaving the company after 12 years. As Lowa announced on Monday, De Biasi will manage the areas of product development, production and central corporate functions. Together with CEO Andrea Dorigo and general manager commercial Marco Pirani, both of whom were appointed earlier this […]

Debenhams at Graduate Fashion Week 2025 Credits: Graduate Fashion Week Ahead of the Annual General Meeting later today, the group chief executive officer of UK-based retail conglomerate Debenhams Group, Dan Finley, issued an update on the current trading performance of the group. The statement highlights that the multi-year turnaround of the business continues at pace, supported by two upward revisions to financial guidance over the past nine months. Management expressed satisfaction with […]

President Donald J. Trump during the inauguration of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora, North Dakota, on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. Credits: The White House, by Daniel Torok. Madrid – In the latest update on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East between Iran and the US, and the status of the strategic Strait of Hormuz, US president Donald J. Trump has reaffirmed that the maritime corridor remains open for the passage of goods. This security guarantee is provided by the […]

Olivier Rousteing Credits: Rabanne Rabanne has confirmed the appointment of Olivier Rousteing as its new creative director, marking one of the most closely watched leadership transitions in the luxury sector this season. The 40-year-old French designer succeeds Julien Dossena, who announced his departure on June 24, 2026 after a 13-year tenure at the Puig-owned house. “Joining Rabanne is a tremendous honor. This is a House that has always challenged convention, transforming bold ideas into […]

A pair of Martin Margiela's painted graffiti Tabi boots from 1991 sold for 364,000 euros at auction on July 9, setting a new world record for the designer at auction and anchoring a sale that more than quadrupled its low estimate. The white glove auction, held in collaboration with Maurice Auction, totalled 1,385,020 euros including fees. The boots, exhibited at Margiela's first museum show at the Palais Galliera, surpassed the previous Margiela record of 101,400 euros, set in January 2025 by […]

Report The Paris Good Fashion, a French non-profit action tank aiming to accelerate the adoption of circular fashion practices, has announced the launch of the Fashion Cities Coalition (FCC) during the second edition of its annual two-day seminar event, Midsummer Camp. The FCC brings together eight capitals: Paris; Milan; Singapore; Dubai; Copenhagen; New York; London; and Cotonou (Benin). They are united around a common idea: coalition as a new method of international cooperation. Through the […]

Credits: Longchamp / Dan Martensen French leather goods brand Longchamp has released its autumn/winter 2026 campaign. The campaign centres on a young Parisian woman moving through various locations in the French capital, including the banks of the Seine and amid Haussmann architecture. It is divided into two chapters, autumn and winter, following the protagonist's style as the seasons change. Credits: Longchamp / Dan Martensen The editorial features several bag styles from the Le Pliage […]

Dave Clark Credits: Auger Supply chain software startup Auger, co-founded by former Amazon CEO worldwide consumer Dave Clark, has closed a $50 million Series B, pushing its total funding to $150 million. Eclipse led the round, joined by returning investor Oak HC/FT. “More and more enterprises are reaching the same conclusion: autonomy is their future. And almost no one can actually deliver on that promise. We raised now to move faster toward where our customers are already headed,” Clark […]

Credits: EXCELLA® zipper provided to the collection (concept item) YKK Corporation (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; President: Koichi Matsushima; hereafter, “YKK”), has developed a concept version of its premium EXCELLA® zipper series made from nonwoven fabric sheets created by fiberizing used clothing and other textile materials. Based on a proposal by fashion designer Yuima Nakazato, this item was created as a result of collaboration between Nakazato, Seiko Epson Corporation […]

Credits: Dior / Chris Lensz French luxury house Christian Dior is presenting an exhibition titled 'Grammar of Forms', built around creative director Jonathan Anderson's second haute couture collection for the brand. The show explores how Anderson approached couture-making as a structured language, drawing on the codes, techniques and craft traditions of the Dior ateliers. The collection was shaped by two references: the Dior archive and the work of American sculptor Lynda Benglis. According to […]

A selection of craft pieces chosen as finalists for the Loewe Foundation Craft Prize 2026. Credits: Loewe Foundation. Madrid – Following the outstanding success of its latest 2026 edition, the Loewe Foundation has announced the opening of the application phase for a particularly special and commemorative tenth edition of its international craft prize. The Loewe Foundation Craft Prize is now accepting applications. The award will be presented in spring 2027 from a yet-to-be-announced location […]

Marcia Dos Santos moves from Nike to Puma Image: Puma SE German sportswear provider Puma SE has filled another key position. On Monday, the company announced the appointment of Marcia Dos Santos as vice president BU Core. This follows a structural reform where Puma introduced separate teams for its Sportstyle and Core Business Units (BU). The Sportstyle division has been led by Laurent Fricker since the beginning of June. Dos Santos will take up her newly created position on July 15, according […]

NIST Research Grade Test Material (RGTM) 10279 Credits: NIST Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed a candidate textile material that can be tested by laboratories to validate and improve methods for recognising and classifying textiles, which could potentially reduce manufacturers’ costs. Known as Research Grade Test Material (RGTM) 10279, the textiles for feedstock identification feature a set of five fabric squares all made from different […]

In Pictures Bianca Saunders collaboration with The Midnight Club ‘Meet You Before Sunrise’ collection Credits: Bianca Saunders London-based menswear designer Bianca Saunders has unveiled a collaboration with the independent, multidisciplinary creative company The Midnight Club for her spring/summer 2027 collection. Saunders has worked with The Midnight Club on the concept and design of the collection, titled ‘Meet You Before Sunrise,’ exploring the “transitional space between […]

Alejandro Santos, marketing and communications director of Pronovias. Credits: Pronovias. Madrid – Pronovias is continuing to lay the foundations for its next chapter under the ownership of British investment group Cap Capital, announcing the appointment of Alejandro Santos as its new marketing director. This appointment follows the official announcement almost a month ago of Luis Müller Heiberg as the company's new chief financial officer, the first addition to Cap Capital's 'new […]

UK flag on government building Credits: Pexels by Cleo Beater Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, has announced that the UK government will “unlock billions in finance” for small businesses, marking one of the most significant reforms to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in years. In a statement, HM Treasury said that 12,000 additional SMEs per year will receive support accessing finance as it expands its Growth Guarantee Scheme, as the government allocates 500 […]

UK Jury for the R|Elan Circular Design Challenge Credits: Reliance Industries Limited The R|Elan Circular Design Challenge (RCDC), an Indian platform championing circular innovation in fashion and textiles, successfully concluded its United Kingdom jury round in the UK capital. The event brought together globally respected leaders from fashion, sustainability, design and innovation to evaluate a cohort of pioneering circular fashion entrepreneurs. The initiative reflects a growing global […]

Stella McCartney H&M collection campaign shot by Sam Rock in London Credits: H&M by Sam Rock H&M has announced its return to London Fashion Week in September, promising to “shake things up” with a new partnership with renowned photographer Nick Knight and ShowStudio. The brand wants to rethink the fashion show experience. “Our 2025 London Fashion Week event was a defining moment for the brand, so we are excited to be returning to the schedule to shake things up again. Nick […]

A vessel in Malaysia. Credits: Nazarizal Mohammad via Unsplash. "The Strait of Hormuz is a vital maritime corridor for world trade," stated the United States Central Command (CENTCOM) in a press release. The command stressed that "Iran does not control it" and that US forces remain deployed and prepared to "ensure that freedom of navigation continues to be available for commercial shipping." This is the latest official update from the US government regarding one of the world's primary […]

Brooke Bobb Credits: Nordstrom/ Hunter Abrams Nordstrom Inc. has announced editor Brooke Bobb as its next vice president and fashion director. Bobb, who previously worked as fashion news director at Harper's Bazaar in New York City, will cover all fashion categories of the American department store chain, reporting to chief merchandising officer Jamie Nordstrom. The former editor will be in charge of collaborating with merchant leaders, partnering with brands, attending global fashion events, […]

Credits: Istituto Marangoni Istituto Marangoni Paris presented Crafting Futures, its fashion design graduate show for the 2025/2026 academic year, on July 6, 2026, at the Hôtel de Galliffet, home to the Italian Cultural Institute in Paris. The show marked 20 years since the school's Paris campus opened in the French capital in 2006. Valérie Berdah Levy, school director of Istituto Marangoni Paris, highlighted the anniversary. "For twenty years, Istituto Marangoni Paris has welcomed emerging […]

Workers United is rallying at multiple The North Face store locations across the United States on Monday over a deal between the VF-owned lifestyle brand and Movement Gyms. According to a statement from the organization, the partnership between both companies violates VF’s corporate values due to "Movement's ongoing mistreatment of rock climbing workers." Customers of The North Face were also invited to join the protest, which will take place in New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, Northern […]

Spring 2027. Credits: Selected Some collections chase the moment; Selected wants to capture it. For Spring/Summer 2027, the Bestseller-owned brand builds its season around ‘Stories through the Lens’, a study in everyday moments seen through a distinctly Scandinavian perspective. The season balances softness and strength: relaxed tailoring, elevated casualwear and timeless design, carried with an effortless, contemporary attitude. Its defining chapter is a collaboration with the iconic film […]

CEO interview Credit: Pas Normal Studio Pas Normal Studios (French for ‘not normal’) is a Danish cycling brand focused on ambitious cyclists. With its minimalist design, it is currently one of the most sought-after brands in the segment. The brand is currently opening stores from Munich to Beijing and collaborating with established brands like the hyped outdoor brand Salomon. Its origins, however, actually lie in fashion. Behind Pas Normal Studios is Karl-Oskar Olsen, who co-founded […]

Resort 27 Fabric, Print & Pattern Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Navigating an increasingly uncertain climate, for Resort 27, designers prioritized investment dressing with timeless pieces like classic, Chanel-style bouclé suits. Aside from a few playfully youthful sweaters, the collections focused on versatility. Pieces ranged from preppy plaids to splashy print dresses all crafted to transition into summer and offer consumers multi-season longevity. Here are the top trends for […]

CEO interview Marco Götz Credits: Drykorn Financial crises, pandemics, geopolitical turmoil – for Marco Götz, a state of emergency is the norm. The Drykorn founder is correspondingly calm when looking back on a first half-year that saw the Kitzingen-based label suffer a significant loss in menswear due to the Wormland insolvency. In an interview with FashionUnited, Götz discusses growing international markets, the shift in tailoring and the new dual leadership with co-CEO Marino […]

Source Fashion July 2026. Credits: Source. Source Fashion has wrapped what was its largest edition to date following a change in location to Excel London, where the fair could adopt a significantly expanded format to house global manufacturers, UK suppliers and fashion buyers. New Sri Lanka and Jordan pavilions confirmed for January 2027 The three-day event brought together 305 exhibitors from 19 countries, while organisers reported increased footfall and a 20 percent rise in high-value […]

Loro Piana, New Bond Street store in London Credits: Loro Piana LVMH-owned luxury lifestyle brand Loro Piana has added yet another win to its ongoing efforts to defend its signature White Sole footwear range. In a preliminary ruling issued on May 12 but only recently made public, the Court of Turin ordered French e-tailer Parijan SAS to stop producing and selling footwear judged to be a copy or dupe of Loro Piana's 'Summer Walk' and 'Open Walk' designs, which date back to 2003 and 2005. The […]

Updated Shein pop-up in Marseille, October 2024. Credits: Shein. Fashion titan Shein has won approval from China's market watchdog for its initial public offering application in Hong Kong, the China Securities Regulatory Commission said in a statement on Friday. Shein's plan to sell up to 341.6 million shares and list on the Hong Kong stock exchange is approved, the CSRC said. Plans to list the company in New York and London had been held back in recent years by regulatory hurdles, […]

Wrangler launches next gen denim Toughlite Credits: Wrangler, Kontoor Brands Denim brand Wrangler has launched a new next-gen denim fabric, Toughlite, designed to be lighter in weight but just as sturdy and durable as its heavier denim. Developed in-house, Toughlite is made from a 99 percent cotton and 1 percent elastane blend, and weighs up to 20 percent less than traditional 14.75oz heavyweight denim. Offering "made-to-move comfort," the denim is flexible and does not require any break-in […]

Asos launches Arrange Bespoke with Johannes Warnke collab. Credits: Asos. Asos has launched Arrange Bespoke, a new collaboration series designed to bring emerging creative talent into its elevated occasionwear label Arrange. The initiative debuted during Paris Haute Couture Week with a hand-crafted dress created by Central Saint Martins student Johannes Warnke. Developed alongside the Arrange design team, the piece combines production remnants and off-cuts with the brand’s naturally dyed […]

Zara store at 1-9-1 Shinsaibashi in the Chūō-ku district of Osaka, Japan. Credits: Zara. Madrid – At a time of particular significance for Inditex, and especially for its leading fashion chain Zara, the Spanish company has just announced the departure of veteran executive Beatriz Padín. A key figure within the group for the past 40 years, Padín has spent the last 25 as the director of its primary business line: the Zara womenswear division. Inditex's management announced the news in a […]

StockX launches Mystery Boxes Credits: StockX StockX has launched yet another new feature, Mystery Boxes, as the online marketplace looks to capitalize on the rise of surprise-based ecommerce. As of July 9, customers across the United States can purchase Mystery Boxes on StockX, boxes of unknown products that have been sourced directly from the marketplace’s pre-verified inventory. Divided into clear price tiers, with the odds shared upfront, StockX guarantees that each item in its Mystery […]

Manchester Fashion Week promotional image. Credits: Manchester Fashion Week. Manchester Fashion Week has unveiled its biggest programme to date for September 9 to 12, alongside the launch of C.T.E.M. Fashion Collective, a new non-profit initiative designed to create year-round opportunities for emerging designers, students and young creatives. The expanded event will take place across multiple venues in Manchester's St. John's district, featuring runway shows, exhibitions and industry talks. […]

Kate Hills, Make it British founder. Credits: Make it British. Make it British is bringing back its trade show Make it British Live! in January 2027, following a seven-year absence. The two-day event will take place in London on 12 and 13 January 2027, with the venue and further details set to be announced in August. The event aims to reconnect brands, designers and buyers with manufacturers across the UK supply chain. Businesses involved in garment production, textiles, trims, machinery, […]

Credits: FashionUnited ai UK fashion grew across every channel last week, with in-store sales leading the way for the first time in weeks, as high street growth broadened after a run of online-driven trading. Fashion total like-for-like (LFL) sales rose +4.41%, according to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker — a notable result given it built on an exceptional +18.47% base from the same week last year. Store fashion was the standout, up +8.27% against an already-positive +7.37% base. […]

Celia & Ossie by Norman Bain 1967 Credits: Celia Birtwell The Fashion and Textile Museum in London has announced its next exhibition will celebrate Ossie Clark and Celia Birtwell, who became known as one of the most influential creative and romantic partnerships of ‘Swinging London’ in the 1960s and early 1970s. The ‘Ossie Clark and Celia Birtwell’ exhibition will run from October 2, 2026, to April 27, 2027, and showcase an “intoxicating world of slinky, bias-cut dresses, […]

Carin Rodebjer, founder of Rodebjer. Credits: Rodebjer. New York-born fashion label Rodebjer has announced the return of founder Carin Rodebjer as creative director, alongside plans to expand its presence in the UK as part of a broader international growth strategy. The move marks a new chapter for the brand, with the autumn/winter 2026 collection introducing renewed creative direction, while the spring/summer 2027 collection revisits archive designs through updated silhouettes, […]

Visualisation Credits: On Holding AG Swiss sportswear company On Holding AG (On) is restructuring its global sales organisation and appointing two new executives. The company announced on Wednesday that the existing commercial leadership will be divided into two roles, effective September 2026. Rebecca Cai will assume the newly created position of chief global markets officer on September 1. The current general manager for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region will be responsible for market […]

Lacoste x Lamarel Credits: Lacoste French brand Lacoste and Swiss fashion brand Lamarel have unveiled a joint 20-piece capsule collection inspired by 1990s tennis culture, according to a press release. The collection is designed for womenswear, menswear and kidswear. At the heart of the collection is the polo shirt, reimagined in short and long-sleeved versions. It is complemented by knitwear; ribbed polo shirts; knitted jumpers; sweaters; and a T-shirt for everyday wear. Functional pieces […]

A Tom Tailor store. Credits: Tom Tailor Tom Tailor improved its profitability and extended its financing in the 2025 financial year. The Hamburg-based clothing company achieved a turnover of 582 million euros in the period, just below the previous year's result, according to a statement released on Thursday. In 2024, the company generated revenue of 588 million euros. Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) improved by 38 percent year-over-year to 52.2 […]

Prague, Czech Republic. Credits: Unsplash A fire in a warehouse in Zlin, Czech Republic, destroyed 70,000 pairs of shoes on Thursday. The warehouse is located on the site of the former Bata shoe manufacturing empire. The company Vasky, which manufactured the shoes, reported its losses at seven million dollars. No one was injured, firefighters confirmed. They added that the fire was still out of control on Thursday afternoon and the building continued to collapse. “We have lost almost […]

Credits: Lacoste Paris - A French court on Thursday provisionally banned the Asian e-commerce giant from selling items on its platform that feature the famous Lacoste crocodile logo. Pending a final ruling, the Paris judicial court “has taken provisional measures throughout the European Union”. The aim is to “prevent infringement of Lacoste’s renowned trademarks resulting from the sale of clothing, jewellery and fashion accessories on the Shein platform”. The judge “found a […]

MARTIN MARGIELA - PERSONAL ARCHIVES. Credits: @Niña Slavcheva Paris - After a career spent scrupulously avoiding being photographed, Belgian fashion star Martin Margiela auctioned off part of his personal archives on Thursday, fetching over one million euros. Fans of the 69-year-old pioneer, who retired in 2009, had the opportunity to acquire items ranging from sketches to one of his signature white work coats at a sale in Paris that Margiela personally supervised. The sale of the 195-piece […]

Manish Malhotra Haute Couture FW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Indian designers are a growing presence at Paris Haute Couture Week -- "overdue" representation for a country that has long played a role behind the scenes, the latest newcomer, Manish Malhotra, told AFP. Malhotra, 59, became the fourth Indian designer after Rahul Mishra, Gaurav Gupta and Vaishali S to join the official Paris calendar this week, considered the most elite stage of the global fashion industry. The best-known […]

Fendi Haute Couture FW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Fendi presented its first haute couture show under designer Maria Grazia Chiuri Thursday, showing off a luxurious collection of black and cream looks -- and a tribute to longtime couturier Karl Lagerfeld. Held in Rome, where Fendi was established in 1925, and attended by celebrities including Monica Bellucci, Jessica Alba and Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni, the show opened with the luxury brand's instantly recognisable black and […]

HAUTE COUTURE Backstage Manish Malhotra haute couture AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Paris - Paris haute couture week, which concludes on Thursday, delivered several memorable moments. From a luminous mini-dress to fully reversible pieces and the presence of stars like Bad Bunny and Pedro Pascal, here are five key highlights. Luminous attire Fractal Universe dress, Iris Van Herpen haute couture AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight With its green tones inlaid with […]

Image of the Future Fashion exhibition Credits: courtesy of Kunstmuseum Den Haag Kunstmuseum Den Haag will open the “Future Fashion” exhibition early next year, focusing on the future of fashion. The exhibition will showcase how contemporary designers are addressing challenges like overconsumption, pollution and climate change by experimenting with new materials and production methods. “Future Fashion” is a collaboration between Kunstmuseum Den Haag and the Barbican in London. It is […]

In Depth From left to right, Óscar García Maceiras, chief executive officer; Marta Ortega Pérez, non-executive chairwoman; and Javier Monteoliva Díaz, general secretary of the Board, during the Annual General Meeting held on July 7, 2026. Credits: Inditex. Madrid – Looking beyond the institutional message with which a particularly presidential Marta Ortega opened Inditex's 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM), we now delve into the significant issues raised before the Spanish group's […]

Lancaster, UK. Credits: Unsplash. UK retail footfall fell 3.4 percent year-on-year in June as record temperatures deterred shopping trips, according to the latest British Retail Consortium (BRC)-Sensormatic data. High streets recorded the steepest decline, with footfall down 6.2 percent, while shopping centres and retail parks proved more resilient, falling 2.5 percent and 0.3 percent respectively. Scotland was the only UK nation to record growth, with footfall rising 1.7 percent, while […]

Rowing Blazers x Seiko Credits: Rowing Blazers In Pictures New York-based cult brand Rowing Blazers has teamed again with Japanese watchmaker Seiko, aiming to repeat the success of their previous three collaborations. This time, the brands have created a capsule collection with two vintage-inspired watches, with each being limited to 2,500 numbered pieces. “We feel incredibly privileged to have worked with Seiko on a fourth collaboration,” said senior collaborations manager Tommy Cissel […]

Fashion East AW26. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight As part of efforts to decentralise fashion, the British Fashion Council (BFC) has announced a new UK-wide programme to coincide with London Fashion Week in September. Dubbed ‘Fashion Britain’, the initiative involves events across Bristol, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh, and brings together retailers, designers and cultural institutions. Chief executive officer, Laura Weir, revealed details of the programme during the […]

Kathleen Van Nest Pierce, J.Crew president. Credits: J.Crew J.Crew Group has appointed Kathleen Van Nest Pierce as president of the J.Crew label, starting August 4. Pierce, who previously worked at Dyson Beauty and The Estée Lauder Companies, will lead the American multi-brand’s merchandising, design, marketing, and retail teams to accelerate business momentum and deliver sustainable long-term growth, according to a statement from the group. “Kathleen is a one-of-a-kind consumer brand […]

Credits: INNATEX Strong headliners, a programme that genuinely moves the industry forward and urgent debates: that's INNATEX from 18–20 July 2026. Around 200 green fashion brands will meet industry players and explore new formats at the Messecenter Hofheim Rhein-Main in Wallau, near Frankfurt am Main. Making its INNATEX debut: Ecoalf. One of the most prominent international names in sustainable fashion, the Spanish brand joins an exhibitor line-up already known for its quality: Vaude (active […]

Hunter x Represent collaboration Credits: Hunter / Represent Represent is set to embark on a new venture into Africa. The British premium label has teased its plans for a flagship store in Cape Town via its social media. In the post, the brand simply states ‘opening soon’ in the caption, with an email plastered on the store’s entry calling for enquiries. The opening date and location have not yet been disclosed. The location, which would be the label’s first store in Africa, builds […]

Firefighters respond to a fire that broke out in a shoe factory in the village of Jiangtou, China. Credits: Photo by ZHENG LIANG / XINHUA / XINHUA VIA AFP Beijing - A fire at a shoe factory in China on Thursday resulted in “heavy casualties”, according to President Xi Jinping. Nearly 200 firefighters and rescue workers were mobilised, according to official authorities and media. The fire broke out around midday (4am GMT) at the Huiteng factory in Jinjiang, in the Fujian province […]

Der neue Flagship-Store von Yeti in München Credits: Yeti Yeti Holdings, Inc., the American brand of outdoor recreation products, has hired Damon Johnson as its new director of B2B. According to his LinkedIn profile, Johnson will lead the corporate accounts channel for the brand, building and scaling B2B relationships with organizations across hospitality, entertainment, technology and OEM partnerships, among others. "It’s a privilege to join a brand I’ve admired for a long time. I’m […]

Credits: Cristina Broissin Every career has a turning point. For Cristina Broissin and Bianca Marossero, it arrived in Antwerp. The two graduates came from different countries and disciplines, drawn to a six-month internship at VF Corporation, home to a portfolio of iconic active lifestyle brands including The North Face, Vans and Timberland, and over the following months they grew into trusted members of the teams there. Their stories offer a candid look at what VF’s Belgium internship […]

Scoop July 2026 edition. Credits: Scoop. Interview Scoop is due to return to its Olympia National home in Kensington, London, with an edition channelling an European flair. Spanning July 19 to 21, the British trade show is honing in on its growing reputation as a UK launchpad for international designers, continuing to emphasise its positioning as a premium destination for emerging talent and influential buyers. The coming season is no different. For July 2026, the event has partnered with […]

Manifattura Campus Credits: Polimoda All industry insiders know Polimoda, a Florentine institution of excellence in the fashion landscape. However, few are aware that the International Polytechnic of Fashion, now Polimoda, was founded in 1986. It was established through a collaboration between the city of Florence and New York's Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT). The initiative was led by the municipalities of Florence and Prato and the Province of Florence, together with Fondazione CR […]

Credits: Kimm van Splunter-Mazer, Alexander Maene, Rene Chabot, Erik de Wit On Monday, 06.07.2026, after a full and busy day at MODEFABRIEK in Amsterdam, Chainbalance and Itsperfect invited fashion brands and industry experts to unwind at a special networking dinner: Perfectly Balanced. The evening was relaxed, enjoying good food and drinks and having real conversations. Away from the hustle of the fair, guests had the chance to connect on a more personal level, exchange insights on current […]

JW Anderson Paris pop-up. Credits: JW Anderson British fashion label JW Anderson opened its first retail space in Paris on Thursday, taking over the 15 Rue du Louvre address, a few blocks away from the Louvre Museum. The pop-up store will stay open until September 24, featuring a selection of men’s and womenswear items, as well as curated pieces from the brand's homeware collection. Sanchez Benton Architects, founded by Carlos Sanchez and Tom Benton, was responsible for developing the store […]

Hermès, autumn/winter 2026 womenswear show. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Paris - Luxury group Hermès is launching into haute couture and will present its first ever collection in January, AFP learned from the group, confirming a report from WWD. French designer Nadège Vanhée, who has headed the group's womenswear collections since 2014, will be responsible for creating this first collection, the French brand specified. The saddler and leather goods maker, known for its iconic bags […]

Credit: Pandora Danish brand Pandora has launched ‘Pandora Wonders’, a new multi-year creative platform dedicated to exploring the house's materials and craftsmanship, according to a press release. Each chapter will focus on a specific material, starting with freshwater pearls reinterpreted by creatives from around the world. For the first instalment, Pandora presents a collection of eleven charms created in collaboration with British stylist Harry Lambert. The limited-edition pieces […]

Boss's flagship store in Düsseldorf Image: Hugo Boss Fashion group Hugo Boss considers the takeover bid from major shareholder Frasers Group to be inadequate. “The offer price of 38.00 euros per share does not adequately reflect the standalone value and future value creation potential of Hugo Boss,” the company announced on Thursday. The offer has been subjected to an independent review process. Hugo Boss's management sees significant potential, particularly through its current strategic […]

Credits: Zara. Social media has been flooded with videos from users worldwide featuring a pair of Zara trousers, though not for the reasons any brand would hope for. On paper, they have all the makings of a summer staple. They feature a fluid drape, an elasticated waistband, and are available in up to six colours for 22.95 euros. They could save any summer outfit, but apparently, they cannot save you from a trip to the emergency room. Under the hashtag #deadlyzarapants—which translates to […]

Tesco store Credits: Tesco media gallery Tesco is believed to be considering a sale of its Eastern European business in a deal that would seemingly bring to an end the British supermarket giant’s efforts to establish a global brand. According to the Financial Times, the retailer is working with bankers to explore options for operations in Hungary, the Czech Republic and Slovakia, with a sale to boost attempts to cut prices in its home market. In a statement to the media outlet, Tesco said: […]

Marks & Spencer via Amazon.nl. Credits: Marks & Spencer. British department store Marks & Spencer has expanded its reach in the Netherlands through an extended offering via Amazon. The retailer has brought its fashion category to the local arm of the marketplace following successful launches in Germany, France, Spain and Italy, where it had enacted initial launches in February. The Dutch Amazon offer will entail womenswear, menswear and kidswear. Marks & Spencer’s fashion […]

Digital Brands Group logo Credits: Digital Brands Group DBGI (Digital Brands Group) is guiding for Q3 2026 revenue of 8.5 million to 11 million dollars, expecting to hit breakeven or positive net income. The announcement is a big deal for a company that lost 3.5 million dollars in Q3 2025, claiming a 500 to 650 percent YoY revenue jump. The Texas-based company, which operates eCommerce apparel brands such as Bailey 44, Stateside, and AVO, among others, credits its growth to collegiate […]

Uniqlo USA: Memorial City Store Credits: Fast Retailing Group Fast Retailing, the owner of Uniqlo, has increased its full-year profit outlook for FY26 following a boost in performance during the third quarter. For the three months to May 31, the Japanese retail giant saw its operating profit increase 45.7 percent to 213.79 billion yen (1.3 billion pounds), up from 146.74 billion yen in the year prior. As a result of the higher-than-anticipated results, the group raised its forecasted operating […]

JD Sports in Manchester's Trafford Centre Credits: JD Sports Sportswear retailer JD Sports has announced a new partnership with the BBC’s Children in Need to create a one million pound fund backing 50 youth projects across the UK. The initiative looks to support up to 10,000 young people and 90 youth workers in target locations near JD Sports stores, such as Glasgow, Greater Manchester, and London. JD Sports will also provide access to a virtual work experience programme, spanning retail, […]

Credits: Destination XL, Facebook The board of directors at Destination XL Group Inc., (DXL), a publicly traded retailer specializing in Big + Tall men’s apparel, has advised that stockholders reject the revised offer made by Zodiac Partners II, LLC (“Zodiac”) on June 23 to acquire all outstanding shares of DXL for 0.84 dollars per share in cash, and not tender their shares. According to a statement from the DXL board, stockholders who have already tendered their shares may withdraw them […]

In Pictures Kaws x MLB collection Credits: Fanatics Kaws, the American artist known for his signature XX motif and Mickey Mouse-inspired companion, has teamed up with Fanatics and Complex to launch a limited-edition collection with two of Major League Baseball’s (MLB) most well-loved franchises, the Los Angeles Dodgers and the New York Yankees. The collaboration coincides with the two teams' upcoming three-game series at Yankee Stadium in New York from July 17 to 19, and sees Kaws […]

Tottenham Court Road, London, UK. Credits: Unsplash. Extreme heat, sporting milestones and music events resulted in uneven footfall activity across the UK in June. According to MRI Software, overall footfall declined 0.9 percent month-on-month and 1.3 percent year-on-year, with poor activity among high streets offsetting retail park resilience. High street footfall dropped 1.4 percent MoM and 3.3 percent YoY, reflecting the destination’s sharpest annual decline recorded since June 2019. On […]

True Religion - Horseshoe Shield Gold Sunglasses Credits: True Religion Fashion and lifestyle brand True Religion has signed a licensing deal with FGX International, an EssilorLuxottica company, to launch a new collection of men’s and women’s sunglasses and eyewear. As part of the partnership, FGX International will design, manufacture and distribute fashion sunglasses and eyewear inspired by True Religion’s “rich history of trendsetting design”. The collection captures True […]

Lee x Feng Chen Wang collection campaign Credits: Lee Jeans Authentic Brands Group is accelerating its European expansion of Lee through a new long-term partnership with Experience Group. The deal intends to strengthen Lee’s presence across wholesale, retail and e-commerce, while further extending the brand’s international reach. Through the agreement, which will come into effect after Authentic finalises its acquisition of Lee, Experience Group will serve as the denim specialist’s […]

Adidas Team apparel to be exclusively distributed by S&S in the US. Credits: Adidas Basketball S&S, a leading wholesale distributor of apparel and accessories in North America, has closed a deal to be the exclusive U.S. distributor for the Adidas Team apparel collection. The agreement reflects more than a decade of partnership between both companies. “This is an exciting new chapter in our relationship,” said Kendall Whitley, vice president of team sales for S&S, in a […]

SS27. Credits: Armedangels With the start of the sell-in phase on July 6, 2026, ARMEDANGELS presents its Spring 2027 collection under the seasonal theme New Nature. Denim forms the core of the season. The assortment is complemented by Clean Utility and New Basics, the expansion of Activewear, selected product innovations and recognisable Iconic Å logo pieces as visual anchors of the collection. New Nature brings together natural influences, technical precision and functional design. […]

Backstage, Marine Serre show, FW25. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Luxury brand Marine Serre was placed into receivership on July 7. The brand is now seeking an investor to continue its operations, according to reports from WWD. Famous for its crescent moon logo, Marine Serre has successfully attracted a large customer base by championing sustainable fashion through a circular approach that underpins its aesthetic. Like other luxury brands such as Coperni, which entered receivership last […]

Credits: Source Fashion As Source Fashion entered its second day at Excel London, the conversations shaping the future of fashion sourcing were increasingly being reflected in action across the show floor. From live manufacturing demonstrations and new material innovations to discussions around AI, regulation, nearshoring and circularity, buyers and brands explored the practical solutions already helping businesses build more resilient, transparent and commercially successful supply chains. […]

Kim Miller, chief marketing officer and head of global strategy at Rithum Credits: Rithum Global e-commerce network Rithum, which supports the entire commerce journey, has appointed Saks Global executive Kim Miller as chief marketing officer and head of global strategy to support the company’s “next phase of commerce innovation”. In a statement, Rithum said that Miller brings “seasoned retail, marketing and customer experience expertise” to the company. As CMO and head of global […]

MARTIN MARGIELA - ARCHIVES PERSONNELLES. Credits: @Niña Slavcheva. After spending his career scrupulously avoiding being photographed, star Belgian fashion designer Martin Margiela has decided to open up and sell off part of his personal archives. Fans of the 69-year-old trailblazer, who retired in 2009, will be able to snap up artefacts ranging from sketches to one of his white work coats at an auction in Paris on Thursday that Margiela personally supervised. But anyone hoping to learn more […]

Emilie Lewis, VP of events Informa. Credits: Fashion by Informa Fashion by Informa, which operates events like Magic, Project and Offprice, has appointed Emilie Lewis as vice president of events for Las Vegas and Nashville markets. According to the company, Lewis will lead the direction and expansion of its flagship wholesale fashion trade shows. "Emilie brings an exceptional combination of strategic leadership and market expertise to this role," said Simon Ferguson, executive vice president […]

ReHubs Credits: owned by ReHubs The European textile recycling alliance, ReHubs, has appointed a new board to drive the further development of textile-to-textile recycling in Europe. New board members are Luca Campadello of Italy's Erion; Kasper Damsø of Denmark's NewRetex; Gianluca Pandolfo of France's Reju; and Paolo Sandri of Thai chemical group Indorama Ventures. Re-elected board members include Dirk Vantyghem of industry organisation Euratex, Felix Poza of Inditex and Véronique Allaire […]

In pictures Viktor&Rolf autumn/winter 2026, haute couture. Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight. Paris - Paris Haute Couture Week concludes its final day of shows this Thursday, July 9, closing an edition dedicated to the autumn/winter 2026-2027 season, which has been presented in the French capital since last Monday. The Dutch duo Viktor&Rolf presented a collection based on contrasts, with an original staging. On a revolving stage representing a room, two models, one young and one […]