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Björn Borg achieves strongest Q1 in company history with double-digit growth in sports apparel

Swedish sports fashion brand Björn Borg has reported the strongest first quarter in the history of the company, with record levels achieved for both net sales and operating profit. The group saw continued momentum in its sports apparel category, marking 15 consecutive quarters of double-digit growth for the division. Strong financial performance...

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Former H&M executive Daniel Kulle joins Klekt board of directors

German-based marketplace Klekt has appointed Daniel Kulle as a board member to support the scaling of its international operations. Kulle, who has held several high-profile leadership positions within the global fashion sector, joins the European sneaker and streetwear platform as it seeks to capture a larger share of the global resale market....

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Who is Simone Rocha? Everything to know about the Pitti Uomo 110 guest designer

Over its lifespan, Pitti Uomo has emerged as a platform used by up-and-coming and sometimes well-established designers to mark major milestones, spotlight a conceptual pivot, or usher in a new chapter altogether. For some, the esteemed guest designer slot serves as an opportunity to show in Italy for the first time; for others, it's an...

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Fuorisalone highlights: from Stone Island's No Seasons project to H&M Home's Kelly Wearstler collection

Fuorisalone is now over, along with its whirlwind of events, long queues and the flood of people that took over Milan for a week. While the appeal of Fuorisalone is undeniable, it is worth reflecting on the quality of the events, their content and the interest they generate among fashion and design professionals. It is understandable that brands...

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How AI is redefining the role of physical stores, and what retailers should know

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not only changing how we shop online, but it's also transforming physical retail. While stores are still viewed as essential “anchors” for commerce in 2030, AI, together with shifting consumer behaviours, continues to reshape the purpose of physical retail. A new study released by ICSC and McKinsey & Company,...

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The Children's Place partners with Al Othaim for Saudi Arabia re-enty

Children's wear retailer The Children's Place has entered into a new strategic partnership with Al Othaim Life Company to re-enter the Saudi Arabian market, with initial store openings planned for later this year, including a flagship store in Riyadh. The partnership represents a significant milestone in The Children's Place's broader...

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From Givenchy to Tokyo: Uniqlo’s creative director Waight Keller on her move from the luxury to the mass market

In a keynote session at the World Retail Congress in Berlin, Clare Waight Keller, creative director of Uniqlo, outlined how the Japanese retail giant is balancing rapid global expansion with a rigorous, technology-driven approach to product development. Waight Keller, who previously held creative leadership roles at Givenchy, Chloé, and Pringle...

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H&M launches on Nordstrom Marketplace, marking its debut on a US retail marketplace

Swedish fashion giant H&M has launched on Nordstrom Marketplace, the department store chain's curated third-party platform, available on Nordstrom.com and its app, as it looks to expand its reach across the United States. The move marks H&M's US retail marketplace debut. "Our launch on Nordstrom Marketplace marks an important step in making H&M...

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The White Company CEO steps down

Paula Nickolds, the chief executive officer of The White Company, has stepped down from helm two years after her initial appointment. The British retailer confirmed the news to Drapers, which reported that Nickolds will exit at the end of May. Until then, she will work with the company on ensuring a smooth transition, with a search for an...

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Lululemon appoints Esi Eggleston Bracey to board of directors

Canadian athletic apparel retailer Lululemon Athletica has announced the appointment of Esi Eggleston Bracey to its board of directors, effective April 28, 2026. Bracey joins the board as the company continues a five-year period of governance refreshment, during which it has appointed six new independent directors. Bracey most recently served as...

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Études Studio appoints Brice Groulier (ex-Jacquemus) to structure its growth

Parisian label Études Studio is professionalising its management with the appointment of Brice Groulier to the role of CEO. By recruiting the former chief financial officer of Jacquemus, the independent brand is demonstrating its ambition to transform its creative foundation into a major industrial success. Founded in 2012 by Aurélien Arbet and...

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Ganni chief executive officer exits

Laura du Rusquec, the chief executive officer of Ganni, quietly stepped down from the Danish brand last week, exiting just two years after her initial appointment. Ganni confirmed the news to Vogue Business, to which it was reported that du Rusquec was leaving to “pursue other opportunities”. Where du Rusquec is headed next has not yet been...