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Nike announces leadership changes across key global regions

US sportswear company Nike has unveiled a series of executive transitions within its senior leadership team as the business seeks to accelerate its ‘Sport Offense’ strategy and streamline global operations. The changes affect leadership positions across Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), Greater China, and Asia Pacific and Latin America...

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Paris Fashion Week: How to get on the FHCM calendar

Access options depend on a brand's relationship with the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM). Member houses of the FHCM are automatically included in the show schedule. Selected guest houses, however, gain access to the FHCM's show and presentation calendar based on the decisions of the relevant committees. Guest brands must...

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Street style at Pitti Uomo: Female attendees signal gender fluidity

The 109th edition of Pitti Immagine Uomo took place in Florence from January 13–16, 2026. Widely regarded as the largest menswear trade show in Europe and one of the most important globally, Pitti Uomo’s influence extends far beyond its scale. It plays a pivotal role in shaping menswear trends, both within the fairgrounds and across the city....

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Viktor&Rolf unveils collector Cinderella doll

Avant-garde luxury fashion house Viktor&Rolf has unveiled a limited-edition Cinderella doll in collaboration with Disney and Mattel. Viktor&Rolf x Mattel x Disney Collector Cinderella Doll draws inspiration from the brand’s spring/summer 2019 couture collection with Cinderella dressed in a ‘I came, I saw, I left early’ slogan couture dress with...

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Expert analysis: the limits of Jott's accelerated expansion under LBO

With the fate of Marseille, France-based casualwear brand Jott (Just Over The Top) hanging on a court decision expected in early February, its fragility is striking following a capital injection of nearly 99 million euros (116 million dollars). Vincent Redrado, an industry expert and founder of French consumer consultancy firm Digital Native...

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Milan menswear shows add bling with brooches

Long reserved for women or military dress, brooches adorned men's chests during Milan Fashion Week, a throwback to a bygone era but with jewellery now signalling individuality, not just status. From huge flowers or watch brooches at Dolce & Gabbana to pins at Armani, the bling passed from hands to jackets during the fall/winter 2026/2027 shows...

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Marks & Spencer technology chief exits months after cyber attack

A new report has suggested that Josie Smith, Marks & Spencer’s chief technology officer, has exited the British retailer. Her departure comes months after the company faced a cyber attack that impacted operations businesswide. A memo seen and reported on by Sky News said Smith had “decided to leave M&S”, a statement that was then confirmed to...

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Video: Documentary exploring the creative genius of Valentino Garavani

Explore the world and legacy of Valentino Garavani, founder of the iconic Italian fashion brand, Valentino. This documentary chronicles the master couturier's rise to global fame, his signature, redefining designs, and the global empire he built. Go behind the scenes to see the creativity, passion, and genius that made Valentino a celebrated...

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Preface Preview: Fabric trade show to host largest edition with Re/Assembly, Here|After and Denim Dudes

The upcoming Preface fabric trend show is gearing up to host its biggest edition since its 2018 inception, featuring Re/Assembly, Here|After, and Denim Dudes. Running from January 28 to 29 at 356 S. Mission Road in Los Angeles, the Fall/Winter 2027 edition brings together Preface’s textile showcase, an upcycling design competition hosted by...

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Palm Tree Crew to launch apparel and accessories with Centric Brands

Global leading lifestyle brand collective Centric Brands LLC has announced a joint venture with Palm Tree Crew, the global entertainment, hospitality, and lifestyle collective founded by Kygo (Kyrre Gørvell-Dahll) and Myles Shear, to help scale its lifestyle ambitions across fashion. In a statement, Centric Brands said the move would combine its...

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Desigual partners with Masha Popova to reinterpret archive, accelerate UK growth

Desigual presents its first collaboration with London-based Ukrainian designer Masha Popova. The collection will be available at all the brand's points of sale from February 17. Founded in Barcelona in 1984, the Spanish brand is undergoing a transformation that encompasses its collections, image and operating model. The aim is to reconnect with...

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AEO, trust signals, and digital assistants: Adapting fashion brands to the new rules of AI shopping

AI commerce is quickly becoming a norm in fashion. As consumers increasingly turn to AI assistants for product discovery and recommendations, brands are being encouraged to rethink their approach to digital shopping journeys. Traditional search and e-commerce funnels are shifting towards AI-led experiences that prioritise speed, relevance and...