Fashion |Interview

The late Adriano Goldschmied: "We are experiencing an epochal change, the focus should be on quality and lower costs"

This interview was previously published in Italian on 26 March 2026. With the passing of Adriano Goldschmied earlier this week we decided to translate it. Denim's roots date back to the 1500s. Despite its age, this fabric is still very much in fashion and relevant. Many luxury brands have featured it in their latest collections, appealing to...

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E-commerce: China issues new guidelines to regulate platforms under EU pressure

Just days after a historic visit from a delegation of nine MEPs, Beijing published new national strategic guidelines on Monday, April 6, 2026. Amidst reinforced customs duties and a push for “harmonisation with international rules”, China is reforming its ultra-fast fashion model, which has become a major issue in economic diplomacy. Trigger:...

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Shanghai Fashion Week: Tradition as a driving force for modernity

More than almost any other fashion week, Shanghai demonstrates how the trends of tomorrow become relevant through a country's cultural heritage. The autumn/winter 2026 collections of many emerging labels were particularly compelling because they were as rooted in the zeitgeist as they were in history. The city, too, continues to serve as a...

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Back to basics: The 'quiet' sophistication of the AW26 season

The autumn/winter 2026 season has concluded, leaving an unexpectedly quiet echo. After several cycles marked by sensational debuts from new creative directors and a near-constant rotation at the helm of luxury fashion houses, a calmer phase is now emerging. Many designers seem to have settled into their roles. This is reflected in collections...

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