The fashion industry balances change and innovation. Economic uncertainty, digitisation and sustainability are placing ever-increasing demands on leadership. FashionUnited asked four CEOs of fashion companies about the biggest misconceptions surrounding running a fashion business, their most important lessons and how they stay sharp when making...
16 May 2025
On the occasion of the opening of the A Bathing Ape boutique, often shortened to BAPE, FashionUnited met with Adrien Kunz-Aubert, general manager Europe, to learn more about the brand's new development strategy in Europe and, in particular, in France. A Bathing Ape boutique located in le Marais: does this signal end of BAPE representation by...
15 May 2025
The Portuguese footwear, components, leather goods manufacturers association (APICCAPS), which represents the footwear industry in the country, is looking to invest 600 million euros in the industry by 2030 with a focus on innovation, sustainability, worker skills and international growth. “This is our largest investment ever. We believe that we...
Swedish premium mountaineering brand Klättermusen is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year and has big plans for the coming years. It is currently launching an international retail offensive and has founded its own travel division. Klättermusen – which translates to ‘climbing mouse’ – has always seen itself as an independent outdoor brand...
28 Apr 2025
Founded in 2022 by Grammy-award winning artist Lizzo and sportswear giant Fabletics, Yitty has encountered many lifetimes over its short existence. What began solely as a shapewear brand championing body diversity has expanded into a lifestyle name through new categories like lingerie and swimwear. Its launch coincided with the rise of the...
In the heart of Taipei’s Da’an district, the flagship store of Onefifteen exists as somewhat of a florally-infused oasis within a metropolitan backdrop. The luxury multibrand retailer sits in the foundations of a historic 1950s building, renovated to both retain its background and modernise this antiquity for a string of dedicated consumers that...
18 Apr 2025
When you’re a wedding company, like American bridal house Justin Alexander, creating gowns under numerous brand names, how do you showcase them to buyers and press with one event? How about a faux Italian-inspired wedding day in the romantic and luxurious setting of a castle in Rome, Italy? The Justin Alexander ‘Delivering on a Dream' event at...
11 Apr 2025
Internationally, the 'Made in Paris' label is a one typically held in esteem. However, as the current state of fashion becomes more volatile, government officials in Paris, akin to others across Europe, are stepping up to bolster their local industry in a bid to both revive the presence of established names and uplift those deemed to be...
7 Apr 2025
On the second day of Taipei Fashion Week (TPEFW), March 28, crowds shuffled into the event’s home at SCCP Warehouse 4 under dimmed lighting and over a grassy terrain to take their seats for the Inmories show. Even in its short lifespan, the local brand has assembled a sizable community that is young and diverse in comparison to many of its TPEFW...
4 Apr 2025
Bestseller celebrates its 50th anniversary this year and recently marked its 25th anniversary in Belgium. The Danish fashion group, with more than 20 brands in its portfolio, caters to every member of the family across various segments, boasts a strong presence in shopping streets, and continues to expand. Plenty of reason to take a look at...
Many clothing rental companies have come and gone in recent years, but Netherlands-based Lena the Fashion Library has remained steadfast. Co-founder Elisa Jansen admitted that it wasn't always easy, having only found the perfect pay-as-you-borrow business model after five years. “You have to be patient and really dare to test it if you are going...
21 Mar 2025
French outerwear brand K-Way, part of Italian group BasicNet, has returned to the UK with a new flagship store on King’s Road in London as it looks to solidify its position in the British market and as a leading player in the premium outerwear market. “This new opening is part of our European expansion journey, we see the UK as a big focus...
6 Mar 2025