Articles by Diane Vanderschelden
Diane Vanderschelden is a Business Editor for FashionUnited France and UK. She covers the latest economic, financial, and regulatory news shaping the fashion industry. With a keen interest in international dynamics, she focuses on the economic, social, and cultural factors influencing different regions, particularly Asia and Europe, where she has lived for several years.
Damien Pommeret discusses international Woolmark Prize eligibility changes
As applications for the 2028 edition of the International Woolmark Prize (IWP) have officially opened, the prestigious competition is shaking up its own rules. For the first time in seven decades, the prize is no longer exclusively for founders of independent labels. It is now open to designers working within established houses. Damien Pommeret,...
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Le Slip Français IPO: 13 million euros raised, and now the real work begins
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...
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AI and luxury: New battle for visibility on ChatGPT
For decades, luxury houses have mastered their image down to the finest detail. Every customer touchpoint, from advertising and window displays to boutiques, social media and runway shows, was meticulously scripted. This dynamic is now changing. According to the fifth edition of the 'Luxury & Technology' study, published June 30 by the Comité...
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Who is Barbara Werschine, the executive tasked with reviving Lanvin?
At Lanvin, leadership changes are never insignificant. Some appointments, however, signify more than a simple managerial transition. They reflect a brand's condition, its vulnerabilities, its ambitions and sometimes even the spirit of the times. By entrusting the reins of the oldest active French couture house to Barbara Werschine, the group is...
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Okaïdi (IDKIDS) announces 290 job cuts and 60 store closures in France
French children's ready-to-wear brand Okaïdi announced a reorganisation plan this Tuesday, May 26. The plan could lead to up to 290 job cuts in France and the closure of 60 stores. This marks a new stage in the restructuring undertaken by the IDKIDS group since it was placed in receivership last February. According to RTL, citing AFP, the plan...
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Consumer behavior shift: 88 percent check Vinted before new fashion purchases
Market share indicates who is winning today, but not necessarily what is fundamentally changing. The key figure from Vinted's latest impact report stands out as one of these major signals. In 2025, 88 percent of the platform's members reported checking Vinted before considering the purchase of a new item. This finding calls for a complete...
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Isabel Marant changes leadership: Catherine Jacquet appointed chief executive officer
The house of Isabel Marant is changing its senior management. Catherine Jacquet has been appointed CEO, succeeding Anouck Duranteau-Loeper, according to a report by WWD on May 26, 2026. She will officially take up her post next month, following a transition period overseen by her predecessor. The executive is leaving her role “to pursue other...
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Why Inditex didn't choose Paris to launch Lefties in France
By opening the first French store for its low-cost brand Lefties in the new Valvert Croix Blanche centre in Essonne, the Inditex group is implementing a very specific real estate and logistics strategy. This is an analysis of a location choice that moves away from the traditional thoroughfares of central Paris. The announcement of Lefties'...
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Egypt and China to develop decarbonised textile city, signalling industrial shift in North Africa
Egypt has announced the development of a fully carbon-neutral industrial textile city in the Port Said governorate, in partnership with Chinese developer Cloud Chain. According to the Egyptian State Information Service, the project is the first of its kind in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region and aims to position the country as a...
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Alo Yoga debuts in France with store openings in the Côte d'Azur
The American brand Alo, positioned in the premium sportswear and “wellness lifestyle” segment, is accelerating its European expansion. It is opening its first boutiques in France and launching a series of immersive experiences on the Côte d'Azur. This strategy illustrates the growing convergence between retail, hospitality and brand experiences...
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