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Video: Ghiaia Cashmere is bridging LA style with Italian craftsmanship
Mr Porter is proud to feature Ghiaia Cashmere, the distinguished knitwear label that seamlessly bridges the casual, sun-drenched aesthetic of Los Angeles with the unparalleled heritage and artisanal mastery of Italy. This unique transatlantic perspective allows the brand to redefine luxury menswear, specifically through its commitment to...
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Milan: Nike unveils “Air Lab” for design innovation
Nike and the Dropcity architecture centre are launching the “Air Lab” in Milan, a new innovation and experimentation hub for the creative scene. As part of Milan Design Week, the sportswear giant is currently offering a first look at the project. Nike announced on Sunday that it will be open to the public from autumn as a permanent part of...
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Laetitia Manfredi: New product and merchandising director at Jacquemus
French brand Jacquemus announced on Monday the appointment of Laetitia Manfredi as product and merchandising director, effective April 20, 2026. As the house stated in a press release, the appointment of Laetitia Manfredi marks a significant step in the continuous development and international expansion of Jacquemus. Following the inauguration...
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Metro Boutique brings Topshop to Switzerland
Following a period of international repositioning, the brand will be available from April 18, 2026, in four selected stores – Glattzentrum, Spreitenbach, Basel and Bern. Metro announced on Friday that the launch will feature a curated selection of key pieces and denim. “Topshop is back – and with it, a brand that shaped the high street of the...
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Fashion pulse: India - March 2026
Consumer prices (March) Fashion prices in India rose 2.81 percent year-on-year in March, below the overall inflation rate of 3.40 percent, according to India’s National Statistical Office (NSO). The clothing and footwear category, which carries a 6.53 percent weight in India’s consumer price index, has remained relatively stable, with inflation...
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Trail running: Kiprun strengthens its innovation hub with athlete and engineer Mathieu Blanchard
Driven by the growing enthusiasm for trail running, the brand Kiprun, a sector expert from the Decathlon portfolio, aims to solidify its position among the major players on the international stage. To achieve this, the company announced on April 17 a three-year partnership with trail running athlete Mathieu Blanchard. The collaboration is...
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Expansion into Switzerland: Birkenstock opens first store in Zurich
With its new location in the historic old town, the brand is opening its first store in Switzerland, Birkenstock announced on Friday. The company is continuing its expansion, having just opened a new store in Bordeaux at the end of March, and now operates over 30 European stores. Additionally, the first concept store in Osaka opened at the...
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A look inside Max Mara's new Avenue Montaigne flagship
Italian house Max Mara has unveiled its completely renovated flagship at 31 Avenue Montaigne in Paris. The reopening, which coincides with the brand's 75th anniversary, is not just a simple aesthetic update. It also illustrates the desire to reaffirm the brand's identity within the Parisian Golden Triangle. To redesign the 745 square metre...
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Mothercare FY26 impacted by Middle East tension and end of Boots partnership
Mothercare plc has issued a pre-close trading update for the 52-week period ending March 28, 2026. The specialist global brand for parents and young children reported unaudited worldwide retail sales by franchise partners of 180 million pounds. This represents a 22 percent decline compared to the previous year, or a 19 percent decrease at...
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Video: Exploring Azzedine Alaïa's unseen Dior archive at La Galerie Dior
Azzedine Alaïa, one of the most revered and influential designers of the last sixty years, was also a dedicated collector of vintage fashion. His previously unseen collection of 22,000 pieces included hundreds of designs from the House of Dior, mostly created by the founding couturier. A selection of these pieces is now on display at La Galerie...
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