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Denim Première Vision returns to Milan on May 20 and 21

The upcoming edition of Denim Première Vision will focus on new talent through a partnership with Istituto Marangoni. The event is scheduled for May 20 and 21 at Superstudio Più in Milan's Via Tortona. Two months after the passing of Adriano Goldschmied, a constant presence at the trade show, the event will dedicate a tribute to the “godfather...

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AI in Italy: Examining employment impacts, training styles and skill gaps

A new report by Anitec-Assinform and the Polytechnic University of Turin highlights how artificial intelligence is reshaping skills, work organisation and training systems across Italian companies. According to the study, the Italian AI market is expected to grow significantly, reaching 1.24 billion euros in 2025, up from 935 million euros in...

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Leicester Made gears up for expanded edition amid efforts to rewrite the city's manufacturing reputation

Leicester Made is gearing up for a new edition this year under an expanded banner: Leicester Made & Regions. The shift is reflective of a broader movement underway across the UK, as manufacturing hubs in Manchester, Scotland and London seek to align under a shared push for domestic production. What was once a city-specific showcase is now...

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EIDM Fashion & Luxury Business School partners with Monte-Carlo fashion week

The EIDM Fashion & Luxury Business School has announced a new collaboration with Monte-Carlo Fashion Week, reinforcing its commitment to connecting students with real-world industry experiences. The partnership aligns with the broader mission of the Monaco-based fashion event, which runs from April 14–18, 2026 and brings together designers,...

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Who is Karel Mills, new director of graduate school Lisaa Mode?

LISAA Mode has appointed Karel Mills as its new director. The aim is to strengthen the link between creativity, industry and employability in a sector undergoing transformation. A graduate of ESAA Duperré, Karel Mills began her career at creative houses, notably with designer Moonyounghee, before launching her own womenswear ready-to-wear brand....

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PLC Detroit launches free costume design course with Ruth E. Carter

Pensole Lewis College of Business and Design (PLC Detroit), America’s only design-focused historically Black college and university (HBCU), is making costume design education accessible with a free digital learning course, developed in collaboration with two-time Academy Award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter and sportswear brand Adidas....

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Gap Inc. launches new mentorship initiative with FIT

American retail group Gap Inc., which includes Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta, is partnering with the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City to launch a new mentorship programme designed to bridge the opportunity gap for emerging fashion talent. The Doris Fisher Creators Programme has been named in honour of Gap Inc....

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Kent State University School of Fashion's 2026 annual fashion show: What to expect

Kent State University School of Fashion has announced its 2026 Annual Fashion Show, set to take place from April 30 to May 2 in Crawford Hall on the Kent campus. The showcase will feature 173 looks created by 48 student designers, selected by a panel of industry critics. Collections span categories including childrenswear, knitwear, streetwear...

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New York fashion week provides hands-on learning for LIM College students

Students from LIM College gained hands-on industry experience during New York Fashion Week, working behind the scenes across multiple runway productions, according to a report published by Fashionista. More than 60 students participated in the February 2026 shows, taking on roles ranging from rehearsing runway formations and steaming garments to...

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Maxxam and Graduate Fashion Foundation competition announces 2026 finalists

Four emerging designers have been selected as finalists in the Maxxam x Graduate Fashion Foundation competition, which aims to support new talent in womenswear design ahead of Graduate Fashion Week 2026. The initiative, led by textile innovator Rosemary Moore and the Graduate Fashion Foundation, challenges students to develop contemporary...

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The King’s Foundation partners with Cartier to support decorative watchmaking skills

The King’s Foundation, a charity founded by King Charles III, has announced a three-year partnership with luxury jewellery house Cartier to form a new education programme to teach the next generation of specialist artisans for the watchmaking industry. In a statement, The King’s Foundation said the move with Cartier was born of a “shared belief...

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Silvia Tcherassi and Istituto Marangoni Miami relaunch scholarship, expanding reach across Latin America

Designer Silvia Tcherassi and Istituto Marangoni Miami (IMM) have announced the second installation of the "Silvia Tcherassi Scholarship," expanding the program's scope to accept applicants from all Latin American countries. The initial scholarship launch in 2024 had been restricted to students in Colombia. The partnership aims to foster...