Articles by Ole Spötter
Ole Spötter has been working as an editor for FashionUnited since the beginning of 2020. He studied fashion journalism in Düsseldorf, where he previously worked for a local culture magazine. In addition to everyday news, he focuses on current trends and specialises in sports and streetwear. For FashionUnited, he researches the economic relevance of topics within these areas.
From track to runway: Why running now drives fashion
For a long time, jogging was just a sporting hobby, but today it has become much more than that. "Running" is a lifestyle statement that's crossed the finish line into the fashion world. From luxury running shoes to athleisure-ready running jackets, the lines between function and trend are increasingly blurred. At a run in Amsterdam's Nelson...
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Victoria Beckham: New CEO appointed from Dior
Victoria Beckham Ltd. has appointed Sybille Darricarrère Lunel as its new CEO. Darricarrère Lunel will assume her new role at the British fashion house effective July 1, Victoria Beckham announced on Monday. She takes over from chairman Ralph Toledano, who has been serving as interim CEO, and will be based at the brand's London headquarters. “...
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Diesel parent company OTB Group compensates employees for social engagement
The OTB Group is providing its employees with paid time off for their involvement with non-profit organisations. The Italian fashion conglomerate, which owns brands such as Diesel, Jil Sander, and Maison Margiela, launched the "Brave to Care" project together with its non-profit organisation, the OTB Group announced on Monday. The social...
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Coty: Skims acquires stake in SKKN by Kim
Coty Inc. has sold its shares in the SKKN by Kim brand. The US cosmetics company has sold its 20 percent stake in Kim Kardashian's cosmetics brand to Skims, Coty announced on Friday. Following the transaction, the shapewear provider co-founded by the media personality and businesswoman will combine the beauty and lifestyle ventures under one...
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Loewe: Proenza Schouler founders take over Creative Direction
Loewe has appointed Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez, the founders of the brand Proenza Schouler, as the new creative heads of the Spanish fashion house. McCollough and Hernandez will be responsible for the creative direction of all collections across womenswear, menswear, leather goods, and accessories, Loewe's parent company LVMH announced...
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LuisaViaRoma Buying Director: “We need to rethink and refocus luxury as a dream“
The Fashion Week season for autumn/winter 2025 is drawing to a close. The big shows from New York to Paris are over and now it's time to see which trends will make the leap from the catwalk to the shops. Marta Gramaccioni recaps the season. In this interview, the Buying Director of LuisaViaRoma reveals her FW25 highlights, how the Italian...
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Arena: Deputy CEO Departs Swimwear Specialist
Giuseppe Musciacchio, Deputy CEO of Arena S.p.A., is leaving the Italian swimwear specialist. Effective March 11th, he has resigned from all his positions on the company's Board of Directors and those of the Arena Group's subsidiaries, Arena announced on Friday. The Board of Directors has begun the search for a successor. Until a replacement is...
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Otto Group: Petra Scharner-Wolff becomes CEO
The Hamburg-based trading and services group Otto Group has appointed Petra Scharner-Wolff as its new CEO. The previous Group Board Member for Finance, Controlling and Human Resources has taken over overall management as CEO with effect from March 1, the Otto Group announced on Monday. She is taking over for Alexander Birken, who, after eight...
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Expansion boost: Satisfy raises 11.3 million euros in funding round
French running specialist Satisfy has secured 11.3 million euros in a Series B funding round, and is now aiming to further expand in its core markets. The investment will strengthen the brand's international presence, Satisfy announced. The goal is to further grow in the US and South Korea, the brand's key direct-to-consumer markets, and expand...
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Tom Tailor: Wholesale boss David Meyer leaves
Tom Tailor and David Meyer, General Manager Business-to-Business (B2B), are going their separate ways. Meyer is leaving the Hamburg-based clothing retailer on February 28 "by mutual agreement," Tom Tailor announced on Wednesday. He joined the company in November 2021 and took over his previous position around a year later. He was responsible for...
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