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Major retailers launch unified framework and digital tool to streamline compliance

How can fashion companies fulfil sustainability and supply chain data demands without duplicating data or significant administrative burden, especially for small and medium enterprises (SMEs)? Seven major retailers and nonprofits Cascale and Fair Wear have co-developed and launched a unified self-assessment questionnaire as well as a free...

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Bad Bunny and Zara dethrone Rihanna to become artist with greatest impact in Super Bowl history

There is currently no space, physical or virtual, worldwide where the historic performance of Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny during the 2026 Super Bowl halftime show is not being discussed. What might seem like a personal impression is, in fact, a confirmed reality. The initial economic analyses of the singer's performance last Sunday at Levi's...

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Francesca’s: The journey to a second bankruptcy for the US mall-based retail chain

US retail chain Francesca’s has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the US Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey. The news comes after media reports speculated that the company was already in the process of liquidating its inventory and was planning to close stores. At the time, it was suggested that Francesca’s was also...

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Cascale names new CEO

Nonprofit organisation Cascale has named Ying McGuire as its new chief executive officer. She will take up the role from June 1, 2026, succeeding Harsh Saini, who is stepping down from her interim position. McGuire most recently served as CEO and president of the US National Minority Supplier Development Council, where she was credited with...

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Turkish fashion industry showcases its strength (and fears) at new edition of IFCO: “We are Europe’s reliable partner”

At the invitation of the event's organisers, FashionUnited travelled to Turkey last week to attend the ninth edition of Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO). This international trade fair brings together all the key players in the Turkish fashion industry. The latest edition was marked by growing political and trade tensions that are shaking up...

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LuxExperience: Mytheresa remains growth engine

LuxExperience, the parent company of German luxury retailer Mytheresa, has reported strong sales growth for the second quarter of 2025/26 and confirmed that the integration of the Yoox Net-A-Porter (YNAP) platforms remains on schedule. During the three months ending December 31, 2025, the Mytheresa segment generated revenue of 242.70 million...

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US Congress reconsiders de minimis rule for low-value parcels

While the US administration officially ended the customs exemption for low-value parcels at the end of 2025, the de minimis issue has abruptly resurfaced in Washington. The cause is a new bill introduced in the House of Representatives. It seeks to partially reintroduce specific treatment for small imported shipments. This is a strong signal in...

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Asics eyes India growth as consumers prioritise healthy lifestyles

The head of Asics’ India business has said the company expects significant growth in the region as a wider number of affluent consumers increasingly prioritise healthier lifestyles. Speaking to Bloomberg, Rajat Khurana, the managing director of Asics India Pvt, said he is aiming for the Japanese shoemaker to become the number one player in...

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Studio Nicholson opens first store in China

British brand Studio Nicholson, founded by Nick Wakeman in 2010, has opened its first store in China, following its debut on the Tmall Luxury Pavilion in 2025. The 1,722-square-foot store is located within the Réel Mall in Shanghai’s Jing’an district, and showcases Studio Nicholson’s women’s and men’s ready-to-wear collections, alongside...

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Petite Plume names first-ever president

American luxury sleepwear and lifestyle brand Petite Plume has appointed Irina Topuria as its first-ever president to oversee the company’s strategic growth, operations, and expansion, as it enters its next phase of scaling. Topuria joins the sleepwear brand from Fleur du Mal, where she served as president and led the direct-to-consumer luxury...

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CFDA and OpenAI launch Innovation Hub to develop AI solutions for fashion

The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) has teamed up with OpenAI on a two-year initiative that looks to bring AI tool builders together with CFDA members, with the goal of driving creativity and growth across the industry. As part of the partnership, the duo have launched the Innovation Hub, described as a “designer-centric approach...

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Dr. Martens reportedly expecting redundancies amid EMEA restructuring

Footwear specialist Dr. Martens is believed to be preparing to cut some roles linked to its Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) business, which is currently undergoing a restructuring. According to Drapers, the company is believed to be reorganising teams at a regional level, with some positions due to move to central group functions, while...