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Helena Helmersson joins Mango's board as independent director

Fashion brand Mango has announced the strengthening of its corporate governance structure with the appointment of Helena Helmersson as a new independent member to its board of directors. This strategic decision, made by the board last week, supports Mango's ongoing evolution towards a more structured and expert-led management approach. Toni...

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American Eagle targeting back-to-school sales with Snapchat

US retailer American Eagle is teaming up with social media platform Snapchat to connect with students to drive in-store back-to-school shopping. In a statement, American Eagle said it was partnering with Snapchat’s ‘Snap Map’ feature “to meet students where they’re already shopping, connecting, and planning their next move,” by placing more than...

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Next and Frasers said to be in running for Seraphine rescue deal

Following Seraphine’s descent into administration last week, speculation over potential saviours are beginning to swirl. Among them, British retail giants Next and Frasers Group are said to be frontrunners in potential deals to rescue the maternity wear brand. According to sources for Drapers, dubbed “several industry veterans”, the two firms...

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Claire’s eyeing US bankruptcy, reportedly appoints advisors in UK

New reports have emerged speculating on the position in which accessories chain Claire’s finds itself in. In the US, it is believed that the teen-focused retailer is mulling a Chapter 11 filing, while in the UK, advisors are said to have been appointed to oversee a rescue plan. The reports come weeks after rumours surrounding a potential sale of...

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Desigual embraces artificial intelligence to expand its creative universe and optimise its operations

The emergence of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the fashion industry has been as rapid as it has been provocative. First came astonishment, then experimentation, and finally, a more critical stage in which many brands are asking themselves: what role do we want to play in a creative ecosystem increasingly mediated by this technology?...

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Louis Vuitton confirms UK customer data stolen in cyber attack

LVMH is facing what is now its third cyber attack in a matter of three months. French luxury label Louis Vuitton has confirmed that some UK customer data has been stolen in a hack that took place on July 2. In an email to customers seen by multiple news outlets, including Bloomberg, which first reported the attack, Louis Vuitton said an...

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Cos expands to India: New Delhi boutique opening Autumn/Winter 2025

London-based fashion brand Cos, which operates under the H&M group, has announced its forthcoming entry into the Indian market with the opening of its first boutique in New Delhi, scheduled for Autumn Winter 2025. This inaugural store, located in India's capital, signifies a pivotal step in Cos's broader global expansion strategy, aimed at...

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Primark names new chief customer and digital officer

Budget retailer Primark has appointed Matt Houston as its new chief customer and digital officer. It is the first time the two functions will be merged. Houston partially succeeds Michelle McEttrick, who had been serving as chief customer officer, a role that three years ago was newly created upon her appointment. The decision to now merge the...

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Trump announces 30 percent tariffs on EU imports

US president Donald Trump intends to impose a 30 percent tariff on imports from the EU from August 1, 2025. The Republican announced this on his platform Truth Social. In a published letter to European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen, Trump threatened further tariff increases in the event of countermeasures. Mexico also received a...

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Manish Chopra joins Sabyasachi Couture as CEO from Shein India

Sabyasachi Couture, the prestigious luxury fashion label operating under the Aditya Birla Group, has officially appointed Manish Chopra as its new chief executive officer, as reported by the Economic Times, citing sources familiar with the development. This leadership transition sees Chopra moving from a senior leadership role at Shein India, a...

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Newly tied: How casual the tie hangs for SS26

When the working day ends in the financial districts of the world, businessmen loosen their ties. In other offices, the rules of business attire have relaxed, especially since the pandemic, and the formal accessory remains in the wardrobe. During this casualisation, a new generation – one that had to learn to tie a knot via a TikTok video – has...

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Sustainable sneakers: Materials, production, and the future of footwear

The footwear sector, including sneakers, is incorporating sustainability initiatives, as these products are now a constant in fashion collections and are increasingly worn for various occasions. Sneakers are the focus of research and experimental projects by material producers for sustainable, recyclable, or partially recyclable components....