Articles by Vivian Hendriksz
Working as an editor and journalist since 2011, Vivian Hendriksz first began her career at FashionUnited in 2013 as a full-time editor. After graduating with a BA Hons in English Literature and Writing in Leeds, she worked for several local news and expat publications next to FashionUnited before striking out on her own as a freelance writer in 2019. Covering the intersections of fashion, lifestyle, and travel, she has a keen interest in all things sustainable, the business side of fashion, and current trends and cultural affairs. Rejoining the team at FashionUnited in late 2023 as a freelancer, she focuses on aspects such as independent retail, CEO interviews, global expansion, and sustainability.
L'Agence opens flagship store on Madison Avenue, NYC
Following the opening of its international flagship stores in Paris, France, and Seoul, South Korea, Los Angeles-based women's lifestyle brand L'Agence has opened a new flagship store in the United States. Located on Madison Avenue in New York City, the new Manhattan flagship store is the latest brick-and-mortar store from L'Agence to open in...
Retail|In Pictures 4 Apr 2025
Shein reigns supreme, taking the lead apparel market share in 2024 amidst a tough economy
Shein, the ultra-fast fashion giant from China, strengthened its ever-tightening grip on the apparel market in 2024, outpacing competitors once more as budget-conscious consumers continued to turn to familiar brands amid growing economic uncertainty. The Singapore-based Shein is estimated to have extended its apparel market share by 0.24...
BusinessFeaturedMember25 Mar 2025
Loewe collaborates with Hennessy for limited-edition Paradis decanter
Spanish fashion house Loewe has partnered with luxury cognac brand Hennessy to create a special, limited-edition decanter for Hennessy Paradis. The first partnership between Loewe and Hennessy Paradis, part of the LVMH conglomerate, the collaboration sees the two brands come together to share their mutual appreciation for complex artisanal...
Fashion 20 Mar 2025
US Retail Sales Dip 0.22% in February Despite Year-Over-Year Growth
Retail spending across the US may have declined on a monthly basis last month as concerns over tariffs increase, but continued to grow year over year as the economy holds steady, according to the latest CNBC/National Retail Federation (NRF) Retail Monitor. Total retail sales (minus automobiles and gasoline,) dropped 0.22 percent (seasonally...
RetailFeatured11 Mar 2025
Ross Stores open 19 new locations as it aims for 90 openings in 2025
Ross Stores, Inc. is continuing to expand its store base. This month, the discount retailer opened 16 new Ross Dress for Less stores and three dd's Discount stores across 14 states. Part of the company's ongoing plans to open roughly 90 new stores across the nation throughout fiscal 2025, this includes 80 Ross stores and 10 dd's Discount...
Retail11 Mar 2025
i-D magazine makes it comeback for spring/summer 2025 with "The Unknown Issue"
i-D Magazine has announced its upcoming spring/summer 2025 issue, as the British fashion magazine is poised to make its comeback. The issue will be the first released under the leadership of Thom Bettridge, who was appointed editor-in-chief and chief brand officer in August 2024, and Karlie Kloss’s Bedford Media, following the publication’s...
Fashion 6 Mar 2025
& Other Stories partners with Artist Karimah for International Women's Day 2025
Fashion brand & Other Stories has partnered with multidisciplinary artist Karimah Hassan for International Women’s Day 2025. Collaborating with Karimah, the two created a limited-edition, organic, 100-percent silk scarf. A colorful, multi-wearable piece of art, the scarf celebrates creativity, resilience, and the power of women supporting women....
Fashion 4 Mar 2025
Karl Lagerfeld marks 15th anniversary of Tokidoki collab with limited-edition drop
Maison Karl Lagerfeld is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its collaboration with Tokidoki, the iconic lifestyle brand from Italian artist Simone Legno, with the launch of two exclusive collectible dolls that honor the ongoing creative collaboration. Karl and Simone Legno, taken in 2009 during the Tokidoki launch event at the Saint Germain...
Fashion 27 Feb 2025
Under Armour hires former Estée Lauder executive director to spearhead AI & Analytics division
Sportswear giant Under Armour, Inc. has hired Liz Bacelar, the former executive director of global tech innovation at Estee Lauder, to head its new artificial intelligence and advanced analytics division. In her new role at Under Armour, Bacelar has been tasked with building a team of data scientists, engineers and AI specialists to integrate...
BusinessMember27 Feb 2025
Coterie New York's ongoing evolution under VP Purvi Kanji
With buyers and retailers on the hunt for newness and novelty in what can only be described as uncertain times, how has Coterie New York managed to evolve with the times and deliver freshness from its exhibitors to its attendees? Coterie New York returned to the Javits Center last week, welcoming a steady stream of buyers and exhibitors. Running...
Fairs|Interview Featured25 Feb 2025