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Royal Collection Trust links with more brands to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II

British heritage brands worn by Queen Elizabeth II are collaborating with the Royal Collection Trust, a charity and department of the Royal Household, to launch new pieces to celebrate the centenary of her birth, all tied together through the ‘Old Stewart Tartan,’ inspired by the Scottish landscape. The centenary collection will see items from...

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Calik Denim names Eray Karaduman as general manager

Denim manufacturer Calik Denim has appointed Eray Karaduman as general manager, as it looks to realise its long-term vision of expanding its global impact across key markets, including the US, Europe, and the Far East. Calik Denim, known for its innovation and sustainability, is looking to the future with a new sustainability framework, ‘Passion...

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Michael Kors opens first café concept in Beijing

American designer brand Michael Kors has strengthened its presence in China with the opening of a new flagship store in Beijing’s China World mall, a luxury retail hub in the city, which includes Louis Vuitton, Hermès, Gucci, Prada, and Dior. Spanning 3,500 square feet, the Beijing flagship features Michael Kors’ newest global retail concept,...

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Pandora opens new distribution centre in Canada

Danish jewellery brand Pandora has opened a new distribution centre in Canada to strengthen its operations in the region, a move aimed at minimising the company’s exposure to US tariffs. The new online distribution centre in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, will handle Pandora’s growing Canadian online business, as the country has emerged as one of...

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Goat Group launches new affordable sneaker platform

Goat Group, the global platform for sneakers, apparel and accessories, which includes Alias, Flight Club, Goat and Grailed, is targeting a “broader consumer” with the launch of Sneakers.com, an affordable platform, where the average price point is just 70 US dollars. In a statement, Goat Group said that Sneakers.com e-commerce concept has been...

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CNMC detects competition risks in Decathlon's acquisition of Intersport assets

Madrid – Decathlon’s acquisition of specific Intersport assets in Spain has encountered a significant regulatory hurdle. The Spanish antitrust authority, Comisión Nacional de los Mercados y la Competencia (CNMC), has escalated the transaction to a "second phase" analysis. This move, triggered by potential competition risks identified during a...

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Kering and L’Oréal: inside the four billion euro alliance shaping the future of luxury

It is now official: Kering and L’Oréal finalised their beauty partnership on March 31, 2026. The 4 billion euro (4.64 billion dollars) deal redefines the global luxury cosmetics market. It also marks a structural turning point for the two French leaders. Initially announced in October 2025, the alliance has received the green light from...

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What the BFC's 2030 strategy means for fashion education in the UK

The British Fashion Council has unveiled a new long-term strategy aimed at repositioning the organisation as a business accelerator, with a strong emphasis on education, skills development and structured pathways for emerging designers. The initiative, titled “BFC 2030: Access, Creativity, Growth,” sets out to transform the council from a...

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PVH reports significant profit decline despite revenue increase

US fashion group PVH increased its revenue in the 2025/26 financial year. However, profit fell significantly due to adverse conditions and negative special effects. The results, published on Tuesday by the parent company of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, were above market expectations. Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein see revenue increase In...

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Nike shifts from 'direct-first' to 'city-led' strategy amidst Q3 challenges

US brand Nike has reported financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2026, ending February 28, 2026, revealing a period of strategic rebalancing. The company recorded revenues of 11.3 billion dollars, remaining flat on a reported basis compared to the previous year. On a currency-neutral basis, revenues declined by 3 percent. The results...

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How Maximilian Böck is quietly building Marc O'Polo into a global brand

At a time when many fashion brands are grappling with a volatile global economy and intense competition, Maximilian Böck, chief executive officer of the German fashion brand Marc O'Polo, remains committed to his goal of transforming the company into a truly global presence. Böck's family led the brand, founded in Stockholm in 1967, to its...

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Madrid's Milla de Oro welcomes Patek Philippe's first Spanish boutique

Patek Philippe has taken a decisive step in Spain by opening its first mono-brand boutique at 62 Calle de Serrano, in the heart of Madrid's Milla de Oro. Although the opening took place discreetly at the end of February, the Swiss Maison has now officially announced the news. This consolidates its presence in the country and reaffirms a historic...