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Podcast: Nicole McLaughlin's journey from graphic design to sustainable upcycling

In this episode of The Cutting Room Floor podcast, the host expresses a strong liking for Nicole, highlighting her humility and work ethic. Nicole began upcycling as a graphic designer at Reebok, creating ironic, witty, and clever products strictly for visual consumption. Now, nearly 5 years into her journey, she has collaborated with brands...

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Dfyne opens new headquarters to support growth

Scottish gymwear brand Dfyne has opened a new headquarters in Glasgow to support its ambitious growth plans and long-term scalability for its men’s and women’s activewear offering. The 21,623-square-foot headquarters in Glasgow marks a major milestone in the company’s growth, just four years after its launch, and has been designed to provide a...

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Dsquared2 and Staff International renew ready-to-wear license

Canadian-Italian fashion brand Dsquared2 and Staff International, a company controlled by the Only the Brave Group (Otb), have officially renewed their licensing agreement for the production and distribution of apparel collections. The agreement extends a 20-year collaboration, which constitutes the main asset for the ready-to-wear business of...

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Bench owner Apparel Brands reportedly joins suitors for Russell & Bromley

Apparel Brands, the parent company of Bench and Nicce, is believed to have joined the race for footwear label Russell & Bromley. According to The Times, the group is among the parties circling the ailing business, joining the likes of British retail giant Next, who is said to be eyeing the brand’s IP, and Auralis, a firm led by Weird Fish CEO...

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Blumarine parent company Blufin to cease production

Blufin spa, the parent company of Italian designer label Blumarine, is set to cease its production activities this year. The news comes less than a year after Georgian designer David Koma debuted as the fashion house's creative director at Milan Fashion Week. London-based Koma's pre-fall 2026 collection was presented in recent days....

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The impact of parasocial relationships on fashion in 2025

In 2025, the fashion industry became more personal. Runway presentations were made more accessible through livestream parties and backstage films. Celebrities appeared more approachable, and brands increasingly established themselves as part of digital pop culture. What social media had initiated years ago—making fashion more tangible and...

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Video: Hudson Williams opens DSquared2 AW26-27 show

For its autumn-winter 2026-27 collection, Dsquared2 opened its show with Canadian actor Hudson Williams, known for his role as a professional ice hockey player in the television series "Heated Rivalry." The collection featured "hot as ice" inspired looks, including an array of holidaymakers wearing provocative footwear. These looks were...

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Menswear: five things to know before the Paris shows begin

Paris - Véronique Nichanian's farewell at Hermès, Jonathan Anderson's second Dior collection, and the Jacquemus finale are among the highlights of the upcoming menswear shows. Starting Tuesday in Paris, this ready-to-wear edition promises several key moments. Here are five things to know. Pressure to sell Over six days, 66 houses will unveil...

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Authenticity and individuality in Dolce & Gabbana's latest menswear show

Milan - Dolce & Gabbana sought “authenticity” for its menswear show in Milan on Saturday. The collection featured romantic and distinctive styles, including furs, oversized suits and XXL ties. “Individuality is returning to the centre of menswear,” a voice proclaimed at the start of the show. The Milanese designers then focused on several “...

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Istituto Marangoni Milano unveils documentary on emerging fashion talent

Istituto Marangoni Milano has announced the release of Inside Marangoni. Where Talent Is Born, a documentary produced by Sky that offers an inside look at the creative and educational journey of the next generation of fashion designers. Premiering on Sky Arte on January 17 and available via streaming and on-demand platforms, the film follows ten...

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Saks Global secures 500 million dollars in funding to support restructuring

Luxury retail group Saks Global has unlocked 500 million dollars of funding to support operations and transformation plans under its ongoing bankruptcy process. The financing is an initial tranche of a 1.75 million dollar committed capital the company secured when it filed for Chapter 11 protection with a Texas court last week. Saks said the...

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Key trends from Prada's autumn/winter 2026 menswear collection in Milan

Milan, Italy - The Prada man was in search of “beauty” and “precision” for the brand's autumn/winter show on Sunday in Milan, against the “unpredictable” backdrop of today's world. Long coats clinging to the models' slender frames were paired with a unique cotton hat, slung over the shoulder. Classic trench coats were topped with a red, yellow...