Articles by Kelly Press
Fashion Retail Academy celebrates 20th anniversary with ambassador appointments
The Fashion Retail Academy (FRA) has announced the appointment of five new ambassadors as it celebrates its 20th anniversary. The appointments aim to strengthen the academy’s industry links and highlight its role in preparing students for careers in fashion and retail. The new ambassadors include Ian McGarrigle, founder and chairman of the World...
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Seatbelts reimagined: Northampton students blend fashion and road safety
A new campaign, The Essential Collection, is challenging perceptions of seatbelts by turning them into fashion statements. The initiative is a collaboration between Scrap Car Comparison, road safety charity Brake, and fashion students from the University of Northampton. Despite being a legal requirement, some young drivers and passengers still...
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Three finalists announced for the 2025 Wessel & Vett Fashion Prize
The Wessel & Vett Fashion Prize has named MFPEN, Nicklas Skovgaard, and STEL as the finalists for its 2025 edition. The award, considered one of the Nordic region’s most influential fashion prizes, supports Danish designers with strong creative vision and the potential for international growth. The winner, to be announced in October, will...
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The Swedish School of Textiles' EXIT25: A new vision for fashion design
The Swedish School of Textiles at the University of Borås presents "EXIT25," an exhibition where graduating students in Textile and Fashion Design challenge the status quo, redefining the contemporary designer through innovative exploration and personal narratives. This year's showcase emphasizes a blend of traditional craftsmanship and...
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Levi's and Beyoncé release The Denim Cowboy film
Levi's has unveiled The Denim Cowboy, the final chapter in its year-long REIIMAGINE campaign in collaboration with Beyoncé. The film brings together previous campaign installments—Launderette, Pool Hall, and Refrigerator—into a single story centered on empowerment and modern reinterpretation of Levi's heritage. Featuring pieces from the new...
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Puma appoints Archie McEachern as Vice President Basketball
Sportswear brand Puma has announced the appointment of Archie McEachern as Vice President of its Basketball division. McEachern will assume the role on August 18 and will be based in Boston, reporting directly to Maria Valdes, Puma’s Chief Product Officer. McEachern brings with him extensive experience in the sports industry, having held senior...
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Budapest Central European Fashion Week to feature record number of emerging designers
This September, Budapest Central European Fashion Week (BCEFW) will highlight a record number of young Hungarian designers, with graduation collections from local universities included in the official programme for the first time. The 16th edition of the event will run from 1–7 September, showcasing nearly 100 designers from Hungary and six...
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YKK to showcase sustainable zipper technology at Expo 2025 with University of Fukui collaboration
YKK Corporation has announced it will supply sustainably dyed zippers to the University of Fukui’s Fukumira Design Factory for its exhibit at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The exhibit, titled “Science: Connecting You to the Future,” is backed by Japan’s Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology and runs from August 14 to...
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SHEIN partners with UED to support emerging fashion talents
SHEIN has deepened its partnership with the European University of Design (UED) in Pescara, Italy launching a new scholarship designed to support aspiring Italian fashion designers. This renewed collaboration highlights a shared commitment to education, innovation, and fostering professional growth for young creatives within the fashion...
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Aries and Crocs reunite for urban-inspired collaboration
Crocs has announced a second collaboration with London-based streetwear label Aries, following the success of their 2023 partnership. The new capsule collection, launching July 23, 2025, reimagines the classic Crocs silhouette with a focus on city life and urban exploration. The Aries x Crocs Classic Clog will be released in two...
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