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​​SS24 ISPO Textrends’ Color Palettes for Athleticwear

According to ISPO, for Spring/Summer 2024, the activewear industry takes on a surge in sustainability: "A rapid response is required to maintain our commitment to climate change and a reduction in waste and resources. (However) this seismic shift can't come at the expense of creativity and performance". The Core Palette Image: Courtesy ISPO...

20 May 2022

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Stones, sand and antique sculptures: Lidewij Edelkoort finds autumn 2023 trends in the world of archeology

Today’s world is not always a pleasant place to live in. Pandemics, war, inflation… In recent months, the bad news just keeps piling up. Whenever Lidewij Edelkoort is at a loss for words, she prefers to dive into the past. “Then I look at what mankind has done,” she said. “We have designed a way of life, invented tools, invented clothing and...

19 May 2022

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Item of the week: the little black dress

What it is: The little black dress, or the LBD, is often considered one of the most influential garments in fashion’s history, widely known for its simplicity, accessibility and timeless appeal. It is regularly regarded to have risen into the limelight during the 1920’s, with many fashion historians crediting Coco Chanel as the pioneer behind...

18 May 2022

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2023 Lifestyle Trends

The Great Outdoors Whether it is just hiking for the day or traveling in a camper van for a few months, the Pandemic has given consumers renewed respect for getting out into the countryside. The demand for outdoor clothing a.k.a. 'Gorpcore', reflects that trend. During the next year, city dwellers, from families with young children, to retirees,...

18 May 2022

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Fall/Winter 2022 women's accessory trends

Trendstop brings FashionUnited readers an insight into the essential women’s accessories trends from the Fall Winter 2022-23 international runways. Fall Winter accessories focus on quality and craftsmanship, incorporating a novel and innovative approach that reflects consumer desire for highly considered design. Functional yet beautiful,...

13 May 2022

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Fringe to flares: Trends for summer 2022, according to Clearpay

With summer swiftly approaching, trends for the warmer months ahead are beginning to make themselves known, with the ongoing Y2K obsession remaining prominent and the return of festival season fashion almost upon us. Based on the UK consumer, the ‘buy now, pay later’ (BNPL) payment provider Clearpay has compiled real-time customer purchase and...

13 May 2022

Fashion

Item of the week: the shearling aviator

What it is: Aviator jackets, like much of menswear, have derived from military uniforms, with this particular style originally created for pilots in the first half of the 20th century. Typically, the aviator, also known as the flight jacket, consists of a waist length cut, with features like button closures and elasticated cuffs and hems...

11 May 2022

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Fall/Winter 2022 women's footwear trends

Trendstop brings FashionUnited readers an insight into the key footwear runway directions emerging for the Fall Winter 2022-23 season. Catwalk footwear draws on the key consumer values of comfort, practicality and longevity, intertwined with sustainability concepts. Tough, hardwearing boots and active styles become more refined and elevated...

6 May 2022

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Webinar: SS24 Color Preview by Fashion Snoops

The trend forecasting agency Fashion Snoops invites you to the online webinar SS24 Color Shifts Preview on May 5th at 4 pm CET. Join us live as we give a sneak peek at three of the five Color Shifts that will drive newness and evoke consumer desire across all markets for SS24. KEY TAKEAWAYS The cultural drivers that are influencing consumer...

4 May 2022

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Item of the week: the floral maxi dress

What it is: The floral maxi dress is a trend that is continuously evolving, making it an item that never actually falls out of fashion. Particular styles that were prominent on the runways for AW22 included oversized, blocky flowers or more delicate florals, often merged with paisley prints. Each pattern exhibited a different take on the floral...

4 May 2022

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SS23 Bridal Trends: statement sleeves, high leg slits and more

After two years of modestly sized weddings or no wedding at all, brides-to-be are keen to walk down the aisle wearing a beautiful gown, in front of family and friends. New York and London recently held bridal shows and some similar trends were seen at both. Perhaps influenced by Shondaland’s hit series Bridgerton and its Regency style, trends...

4 May 2022

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Fall/Winter 2022 womenswear bag trends

Trendstop brings FashionUnited readers an insight into the key bag directions for the Fall Winter 2022-23 season. New season bag designs undergo a reinvention, taking the best elements of core themes and melding and merging them together. Transeasonality and practicality are key to longevity. Utilitarianism is refined as designers explore fusing...

29 Apr 2022