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Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti enters global Top 50 in Art & Design rankings

The world university rankings published annually by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), an educational research and consulting firm specializing in higher education analysis, were released this morning. Several Italian institutions appear in the top 100 positions in the QS World University Rankings by Subject for the art and design sector. These include...

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Vivobarefoot’s Galahad Clark: Driving forward the ‘barefoot’ movement

Galahad Clark doesn’t just craft shoes; he’s helping consumers take a step away from the footwear industry’s obsession with narrow, rigid, cushioned shoes by marrying regenerative materials with a "foot-first" design philosophy, placing foot health at the heart of Vivobarefoot, a B-Corp certified British minimalist footwear brand. “The most...

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On announces leadership restructure following record 2025 sales

Swiss sportswear brand On has unveiled an updated organizational structure as it prepares for a new phase of global expansion. The changes, effective May 1, 2026, are designed to align founder-led strategy more closely with operational execution following a fiscal year where annual net sales exceeded 3 billion Swiss francs (3.80 billion...

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Video: Understanding Longchamp's B Corp certification and its implications

Longchamp, the iconic French luxury house, proudly announces that it has achieved B Corp Certification. This significant milestone underscores the brand's profound and enduring commitment to sustainable creativity, reflecting its long-held values and a forward-looking approach to business. This certification is a formal recognition of the...

Top 400 most popular Danish fashion brands on Instagram

The Danish version of “FashionUnited's Top 400 Instagram Index” highlights the Danish fashion industry’s digital reach. Apparel brands from Denmark that perform well at multi-brand retailers also dominate online. Index shows that Danish B2B labels, from denim to high-end streetwear, have an impressive impact on social media and are inspiring an...

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Global economic update: oil prices fall, stock markets reassured amid Middle East conflict

Paris, France – The latest global economic developments on Wednesday at approximately 8am GMT, as the war in the Middle East enters its 26th day. Oil prices fall Oil prices fell on Wednesday, with Brent dropping below 100 dollars, following Iran's announcement that it would unblock the Strait of Hormuz for ships deemed “non-hostile” and the...

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Epoch Biodesign closes a 12 million US dollar funding round

UK biotechnology company Epoch Biodesign has closed a 12 million US dollar strategic funding round, including investment from Canadian activewear brand Lululemon, alongside Kompas VC, Happiness Capital, Extantia and Leitmotif (a VC backed by Volkswagen) to accelerate the commercialisation of recycled nylon. In a statement, Epoch Biodesign, a...

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Gap introduces conversational AI-driven experiences to online shopping

Gap Inc. is introducing two new technologies to its online shopping experience, each designed to “transform how customers shop” and instill confidence into their e-commerce journey. One feature, built alongside AI body data platform Bold Metrics, will see Gap embed predictive fit guidance into “AI-driven shopping flows”. With this, customers...

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H&M and Stella McCartney launch Insights Board to encourage sustainability dialogue

Swedish retailer H&M has partnered with long-time collaborator Stella McCartney to launch a specialised board tasked with continuing dialogue around sustainability in fashion. The ‘Insights Board’ assembled for its first in-person meeting in London this week, bringing together members selected for their contrasting voices and perspectives...

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Sandbridge Capital investment to fuel Jacquemus' international growth and beauty sector entry

According to sources from Modaes, Simon Porte Jacquemus has reportedly sold approximately 5 percent of his house to Sandbridge Capital, a Californian fund specialising in luxury, beauty and wellness. This transaction, although awaiting official confirmation, complements the financial structuring plan of a brand already engaged in a phase of...

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Ba&sh surpasses 300 million euros: drivers of an accelerated recovery

After two challenging financial years, Ba&sh has returned to a tangible growth trajectory. The French premium ready-to-wear brand once again surpassed 300 million euros (348 million dollars) in turnover in 2025, with a 9 percent like-for-like increase, according to data released by the group. In France, growth reached 11 percent, confirming a...

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Chidi Onwudike appointed chief operating officer at Depop

London-based circular fashion marketplace Depop has officially appointed Chidi Onwudike as its new chief operating officer (COO). Onwudike, who previously served as the company’s vice president of strategy & customer experience, announced the promotion via LinkedIn as she prepares to return to the workforce following maternity leave. Expressing...