Fashion

Patience, precision, purpose: The intentional new guard defining Moldovan Brands Runway

The Moldovan Brands Runway SS26, held from March 18 to 22 in Chișinău, showcased a regional fashion scene transitioning from traditional manufacturing roots towards a sophisticated, brand-led economy. Across four days, 19 designers from Moldova, Romania, and Ukraine presented collections that prioritised “identity, restraint, and intention” over...

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PeopleMember

The minds behind Skims and Good American: Who are Jens and Emma Grede?

Celebrity brands are not a new phenomenon, yet in the present day, their size rivals traditional conglomerates, competing through scalable models fuelled by the monetisation of star power and social influence. Husband-and-wife team Jens and Emma Grede have become major players in this world, operating behind the scenes to prove that reach and...

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Fashion

From fairy dust to sculptural fashion: AW26 trends from Tokyo

Tokyo Fashion Week marks the end of the international autumn/winter 2026 womenswear runway season. In the Japanese capital, designers looked to the past, drawing inspiration from bygone eras and mythical creatures. They also showcased their skill for craftsmanship and the creation of fashion sculptures. Fashion history FW26 (from left to right):...

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Retail|REPORT

When AI shares incorrect information, 58 percent of shoppers blame the brand

It’s no big secret that artificial intelligence is changing the face of retail. Applicable at nearly every stage of the broader product lifecycle, more and more consumers across the globe are using large language models (LLMs) from ChatGPT to Gemini for online shopping. Turning to AI to discover, compare, and select which products from which...

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