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Ruven Taieb of Rendel: “A good advisor doesn't sell, they create an experience and a lasting relationship”

If there is one profession in fashion where emotional intelligence reigns supreme, this is it. Far from clichés, sales advisors embody the most vibrant and perhaps the most human face of this vast industry. To paint a multifaceted portrait of this hands-on profession, FashionUnited chose to speak with those who approach sales as a place for...

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Baziszt: a French success story in the men's bohemian chic segment

Paris - Identifying an untapped niche and responding to it with a coherent offering is the trajectory illustrated by Baziszt, an independent French brand positioned in men's bohemian chic. The success story of Baziszt began with a realisation: a segment in the menswear market was vacant, that of bohemian chic. “In that beach party, wedding, and...

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Parent company of swimwear brands Cyell and Beachlife acquires German group

Netherlands - Zulk B.V., the parent company of Dutch swimwear brands Cyell and Beachlife, is acquiring the brands of the German company Adolf Riedl Gmbh & Co. Kg. These will continue under the new company name Sunflair Gmbh. Marloes Heijmans, the CEO of both brands, announced the news on LinkedIn. The acquisition includes four brands: Sunflair,...

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Superdry co-founder James Holder sentenced to eight years in prison for rape

Superdry co-founder James Holder was sentenced to eight years in prison by a UK court on Thursday for raping a woman in May 2022. Holder, 54, was found guilty last week by a jury at Gloucester Crown Court (south-west England) of raping the woman when he accompanied her to her flat after meeting her in a bar. He had pleaded not guilty and...

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Harvey Nichols appoints new buying director for menswear and non-apparel

Harvey Nichols has appointed Shaun Donnelly as buying director for non-apparel and menswear. Donnelly confirmed the news in a post on LinkedIn, where he said he was “happy to share” he was starting the new role and looked forward to “driving the next phase of growth across menswear, footwear and accessories with an incredible team”. Donnelly...

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Tapestry raises full-year guidance following robust Q3 results

US luxury group Tapestry, the parent company of Coach and Kate Spade New York, reported a significant increase in revenue and earnings for the fiscal third quarter ended March 28, 2026. The group achieved double-digit growth across its core brands, bolstered by a 21 percent increase in net sales to 1.92 billion dollars. The performance has led...

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Atelier Ninety Five makes retail debut with exclusive Selfridges launch

Contemporary womenswear label Atelier Ninety Five has launched exclusively at Selfridges, marking the brand’s first retail partnership and physical store presence. The launch introduces the brand to Selfridges’ international luxury customer base with a curated edit from its SS26 collection, including lace co-ords, draped jersey pieces, relaxed...

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Kontoor Brands reports strong first-quarter growth and announces separation from Lee

US apparel group Kontoor Brands Inc. has started the new 2026 financial year with surprisingly strong results. Alongside the latest figures, the group also announced on Thursday its plan to separate from the Lee brand. Several parties have already expressed interest in the denim label as part of the sales process already initiated, according to...

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Dior pop-up in China: is it cake?

Dior is celebrating the arrival of its autumn 2026 collection in stores with a gigantic cake. The French fashion house has transformed a pop-up space in front of the Deji Plaza in Nanjing, China, into a visual feast. Dior pop-up in Nanjing, China Credits: Nanjing - Deji Plaza © Sun Shi Dior pop-up Credits: Nanjing - Deji Plaza © Sun Shi The...

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Pandora ambassador Pamela Anderson links fashion and animal protection at Global Fashion Summit

Speaking at the Global Fashion Summit in May 2026, Pamela Anderson, ambassador for jewellery brand Pandora, spoke out in favour of animals. She believes that activism, even when romanticised, is a personal choice. It is also a concrete struggle that has already succeeded in creating laws and making a difference. Responding to a question from...

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Levi's unveils collaboration with England football team

American denim and lifestyle brand Levi's has unveiled a new collaboration with The Football Association and the England National Team ahead of this summer’s FIFA World Cup. The Levi’s England Collection is part of the brand’s Football Federation partnerships, which also include Mexico, the USA, and France, as part of the Levi’s ongoing strategy...

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Global football merchandise market growth signals new skills demand for fashion and retail education

The global football merchandise market is projected to see significant growth between 2025 and 2035, driven by major sportswear companies including Adidas, Nike and Puma. The expansion is being fuelled by digital retail innovation, global fan engagement and the increasing commercialisation of sports culture. While the report focuses on market...