Articles by Danielle Wightman-Stone
Danielle is a journalist based in London with over a decade of experience at FashionUnited, where she has been an editor since 2011. Her expertise lies in exploring the dynamic intersections of fashion, beauty, sports, and technology. Passionate about spotlighting emerging talent, Danielle also covers daily news, from launches to acquisitions, personnel changes and store openings, across the UK, US, and Canada.
Gordon Brothers acquires British accessories brand Radley
Boston-based asset and brand investment firm Gordon Brothers have acquired British heritage brand Radley and all related intellectual property, for an undisclosed amount. In a statement, Gordon Brothers said it will add Radley to its growing fashion and lifestyle portfolio and plans to pursue a growth strategy focused on expanding Radley’s...
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Emello opens debut physical retail space in Selfridges
British luxury womenswear brand Emello, which launched in October 2025 with its "quiet luxury" seasonless wardrobe essentials, has opened its first physical retail space in Selfridges, as it looks to “deepen connections beyond digital interactions”. Emello is available at Selfridges London, located near the denim studio on the third floor, and...
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Tennis player Jodie Burrage to wear Crew Sport apparel on court
British lifestyle brand Crew Clothing has expanded its partnership with British tennis player Jodie Burrage, naming her an official Crew Sport ambassador, as it continues to establish its presence within technical sportswear. The move builds on Burrage’s existing role as a global brand ambassador for the British brand and will see her wearing...
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Skims names new senior director of retail EMEA ahead of UK store opening
Kim Kardashian’s shapewear and apparel brand Skims has appointed former Victoria's Secret and Ralph Lauren executive Judy Genovese as its new senior director of retail EMEA ahead of the opening of its first standalone UK store on London's Regent Street this summer. Genovese confirmed the news on her LinkedIn profile, stating that she was joining...
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Paul Smith launches collaboration with Gabriela Hearst
British designer Paul Smith has launched a limited-edition collection with his friend, Gabriela Hearst, centred around their “shared sensibility around craft and design”. The collaboration is described as having been “developed organically from a mutual passion for craftmanship and tailoring,” drawing on their longstanding friendship, love of...
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Eco Age calls for brands to label "forever chemicals" on clothing
Eco Age, the sustainable fashion platform and communications agency, is calling on UK and EU regulators to pass legislation to ensure that PFAS, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” are labelled on clothing and textile products on physical hang tags and on digital product listings. As PFAS regulation...
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Lacoste elevating collaboration with Roland-Garros for 2026
French sports and lifestyle brand Lacoste is deepening its relationship with the tennis Grand Slam tournament Roland-Garros for 2026 with a co-branded collection and a new Club Lacoste concept. In a statement, Lacoste said the collaboration with Roland-Garros is a “meeting point between sport and culture,” and will include a co-branded...
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Licensed merchandise reports continued growth in 2025
Global sales of licensed merchandise and services increased by 5.45 percent in 2025 to reach 389.8 billion US dollars, outpacing the broader global retail market, which grew nominally by 4.52 percent, according to a new report from Licensing International, the trade organisation for the global licensing industry. The ‘2026 Global Licensing...
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Lee unveils collaboration with Kacey Musgraves for Walmart
American denim brand Lee, part of Kontoor Brands, has unveiled its first celebrity collaboration designed with eight-time Grammy Award winner Kacey Musgraves exclusively for Walmart, with all pieces priced under 50 US dollars. The 100-plus-piece collection is named Kacey Lee, after Musgraves’ first and middle names, and spans men’s and women’s...
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Calvin Klein unveils capsule collection with Jung Kook
American designer brand Calvin Klein, part of PVH Corp., has unveiled a limited-edition capsule collection with South Korean singer/songwriter Jung Kook, the youngest member of K-pop group BTS. The move marks Jung Kook’s first-ever fashion collaboration and builds on his existing relationship with Calvin Klein, as he has been a global brand...
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