Articles by Rachel Douglass
Rachel has been with FashionUnited since mid-2021. Descending from the UK, she moved to the Netherlands in 2014 to attend Amsterdam Fashion Institute, where she studied a BA in International Fashion and Branding with a specialisation in Journalism.
At FashionUnited, Rachel covers daily news, from store openings to acquisitions, alongside which she focuses on research-based stories, interviews and on-the-ground event reporting. Her topics of interest include digital fashion, independent retail and current trends.
Victoria’s Secret raises FY guidance as Q3 outperforms
Lingerie giant Victoria’s Secret is remaining on course with CEO Hillary Super’s ‘Path to Potential’ strategy, driving outperformance in the third quarter and improving guidance for the full year. For the quarter ended November 1, 2025, the company posted a net sales increase of 9 percent versus the same period last year, amounting to 1.472...
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Superdry plots Argentina launch with new franchisee
British fashion retailer Superdry is plotting an expansion into Argentina through a new franchise partnership with Tango Fabric. The company confirmed the launch of a dedicated regional e-commerce platform for the market, and said it was planning to open five stores in the capital, Buenos Aires. The first, a flagship site, is targeted to open...
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Cocoon elevates rental offering with MyWardrobe HQ and More Luxury Club
London-based rental platform Cocoon is elevating its offering, merging that of MyWardrobe HQ and More Luxury Club into its operations. By combining the businesses, Cocoon is building on efforts to position itself as a “definitive category leader” in circular luxury. As part of the process, MyWardrobe HQ’s chief executive officer, Coco Baraer...
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Adidas secures win in investor case over Ye partnership fallout
Sportswear giant Adidas has secured a legal victory in a securities case linked to its prior partnership with Ye – formerly Kanye West. The US Court of Appeals in San Francisco affirmed a district court’s dismissal of claims brought by shareholder HRSA-ILA Funds, according to a court filing. The lawsuit alleged that Adidas had misled investors...
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From gold to gatekeeping: WGSN’s top fashion, tech and consumer trends for 2026
While many brace themselves for the peak festive period, WGSN is already looking beyond. The trend forecasting firm has outlined the shifts, movements and crazes expected to define 2026, with everything from gatekeeping as a currency to sophisticated escapism due to take hold. An overarching macro trend was dubbed by WGSN as ‘Unserious...
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New timeline, larger collective: NY Fashion Tech Lab revises model for upcoming edition
NY Fashion Tech Lab is updating its offering for 2026. The non-profit, founded in 2014 by Springboard Enterprises and specialising in platforming women-led B2B fashion technology startups, is stepping into the new year with a revitalised structure, ushering in evolution to adapt to needs of the industry. While the organisation’s mission is to...
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Exclusive: Stella McCartney, Maison Margiela and Ganni takeover PETA’s 2025 Fashion Awards
As the year draws to a close, a growing awareness of animal welfare is continually shifting industry practices regarding their use. In recognition of this momentum, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is reflecting on the past period and acknowledging those who are leading the charge for change through its annual PETA Fashion...
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Capri's post-Versace reset: Michael Kors preps 'modern glamour' revival
Capri Holdings officially offloaded Versace this week, marking a “seminal moment” for a company now seeking to reset and refocus. The US fashion giant has maintained its stance that the divestiture is not a retreat, but a liquidity-backed strategic reboot, positioning Michael Kors as its growth engine. Capri’s outlook post-Versace sale was...
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7 For All Mankind appoints new creative director, preps NYFW debut
Californian denim brand 7 For All Mankind has announced the appointment of Nicola Brognano as its new creative director. The Italian designer joins the company amid a broader business evolution, during which the brand has sought to elevate consumer touch points and product categories. The news was confirmed by 7 For All Mankind in a post on...
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Lacoste, Nike and Superdry ads get banned in the UK for ‘misleading’ environmental claims
The UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has banned ads by Lacoste, Nike and Superdry for including potentially misleading environmental claims. The advertising watchdog said the rulings formed part of a wider investigation addressing environmental claims in the retail fashion sector. For Lacoste, the ad in question was a Google promotion...
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