Articles by FashionUnited
UAL project explores how fashion can foster belonging and international creative networks
A student- and alumni-led initiative at London College of Fashion is highlighting the role fashion education can play in building community, cultural exchange, and long-term professional networks among international students. “Re-Seed Asia: The Future of East Asian Fashion & Cultural Exchange” will take place on 23 June at University of the Arts...
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Video: Riz Ahmed's influence across various creative fields
Riz Ahmed is an Oscar and Emmy-winning actor, director, writer, and musician. After studying at Oxford and the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, he gained recognition in The Road to Guantanamo. His notable credits include Four Lions, The Night Of, and Sound of Metal, the latter earning him an Academy Award nomination. Recent projects...
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Frasers Group launches takeover bid for Accent Group
UK retail conglomerate Frasers Group plc has announced an unsolicited all-cash on-market takeover offer to acquire all outstanding ordinary shares in Australian performance and lifestyle footwear retailer Accent Group Limited that it does not already own. The offer is set at 0.65 Australian dollars per share, valuing the remaining 77.10 percent...
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James Perse opens first Paris store in Golden Triangle
Los Angeles-based fashion brand James Perse is strengthening its international physical retail network. According to an official press release, the brand opened its first French flagship on June 5, 2026, at 26 rue François Ier, in the heart of the capital's 8th arrondissement. The approximately 650 square metre space is spread over three levels...
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From luxury hotels to department stores: Paris's current pop-ups
In June, Paris is not just buzzing for its men's Fashion Week, running from June 23 to 28. The month also features major retail activations, once again confirming the capital's dynamic pop-up scene. FashionUnited has selected the most inspiring and innovative events currently taking place. Luxury hospitality as a space for commercial expression...
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EssilorLuxottica to launch first wearable production in Italy
EssilorLuxottica has announced the pilot introduction of its first production lines for wearable devices in Italy. Beginning in the second half of the year, the initiative will particularly involve the historic Agordo plant, where an entire production area will be fully converted and operational for the new industrial activities by early 2027....
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Video: AI's impact on job market prompts shift in career planning
Facing an uncertain job market and the looming threat of A.I., graduating high school seniors in America’s tech capital are increasingly rethinking their career plans. Job demand in fields like construction, along with the allure of potential six-figure salaries, have some high schools investing in hands-on classes that are redefining what...
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Gianfranco D'Attis is the new CEO of Alexander McQueen
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...
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Safilo signs agreement to acquire Spy+ and Serengeti from Bollé Brands
Yesterday, Safilo Group announced in a statement that it has signed a share and asset purchase agreement (SAPA) with Bollé Brands for the acquisition of Spy+ and Serengeti. The transaction follows the exclusivity agreement announced on April 21. It represents a further step in Safilo's strategy, which is focused on the selective acquisition of...
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Video: Chloë Sevigny discusses personal fashion journey and style evolution
Chloë Sevigny, long revered as fashion's quintessential insider, sits down with Harper's Bazaar for this episode of 'The Good Buy.' The May cover star—actress, model, and eternal style icon—delves into her deeply personal relationship with fashion, covering everything from her lifelong passion for vintage shopping to her skill for discovering...
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