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H&M Foundation announces Global Change Award 2026 finalists

The H&M Foundation has announced its top 20 finalists for the 2026 Global Change Award (GCA). Selected from 450 ideas submitted from 81 countries across six continents, the innovations from the 20 early-stage finalists are set to be reviewed by the GCA Expert Panel together with the H&M Foundation team. From the 20 finalists, the panel and team...

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Dior revives the privilege of courtly dress at the Tuileries

Presented in the Tuileries Garden on the second day of Paris Fashion Week, the Christian Dior autumn/winter 2026 show was Jonathan Anderson's second womenswear collection for the LVMH group's flagship house. Behind the voluminous Bar jackets, an iconic piece for the label, and cascading ruffles, the brand revealed a clear intention: to celebrate...

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Kickers unveils collaboration with A-Cold-Wall*

British footwear brand Kickers has launched a limited-edition collaboration with fashion label A-Cold-Wall*, capturing “the shared essence of two brands rooted deep in London street culture and everyday life”. The collaborative Kick Hi boot introduces a completely unique silhouette, which Kickers states is “unlike any design seen in the 50-year...

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Roots begins strategic review, including exploring sale options

Canadian lifestyle brand Roots, which has more than 100 stores across Canada, has announced it is conducting a strategic review to “identify opportunities to maximise value for all shareholders,” including selling the company. Known for its ultra-soft premium fleece loungewear and leather goods, Roots has appointed J.P. Morgan Securities Canada...

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Petri Alava joins Haelixa's board to support growth

Haelixa, the Swiss pioneer in DNA-based traceability and product authentication, has announced that Petri Alava, founder and former chief executive of Infinited Fiber Company, has joined its board of directors to reinforce the company’s next phase of growth. Alava led Infinited Fiber Company through a decade-long journey from breakthrough...

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Frank & Eileen founder launches foundation to support female entrepreneurs

Audrey McLoghlin, founder and chief executive of Los Angeles-based womenswear brand Frank & Eileen, has announced the launch of a foundation dedicated to creating more women entrepreneurs by investing in entrepreneurship education. The Frank & Eileen Foundation launches with an initial 1 million US dollar gift from the 100 percent woman-owned, B...

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House of Fraser rebands to Frasers in premium retail push

Frasers Group’s flagship retailer House of Fraser is undergoing a rebrand as it pursues a rejuvenated positioning in the retail market. The group has renamed the department store chain to ‘Frasers’, reflecting a continued pivot towards establishing a more premium fashion and lifestyle experience. According to a press release, the rebrand builds...

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Kering creates 'industry' and 'client' divisions to boost brand growth

French luxury giant Kering, currently undergoing a major transformation, announced on Monday the creation of two new divisions. These are designed to enhance its operational efficiency and support the growth of its brands, including Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, and Balenciaga. “The relevant teams within the houses will report functionally to these...

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Strait of Hormuz blockage, an “unprecedented freeze” on global maritime trade

Paris (France) - The blockage of the Strait of Hormuz constitutes an “unprecedented freeze” on global maritime trade, affecting everything from cosmetics and food products to pharmaceuticals, cars and precious marbles. While it primarily impacts petroleum products, it also threatens many other industrial sectors. Importance of the Strait of...

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Adidas to increase sales by two billion euros and extends contract with CEO Bjørn Gulden

Sportswear manufacturer Adidas considers itself well-positioned for the coming years, despite economic and geopolitical turbulence. The company is aiming for further growth in sales and profit by 2028, as it announced on Wednesday in Herzogenaurach. In the current year, currency-neutral sales are expected to increase in the high single-digit...

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Milan Fashion Week champions artisanal craftsmanship, creativity and quality materials

There was a great deal at stake during this edition of Milan Fashion Week. From the highly anticipated creative director debuts at brands like Gucci and Fendi to srutiny over the Armani brands, now creatively managed by Pantaleo Dell'Orco and Silvana Armani following the founder's passing, the event served as a litmus test for a revitalised...

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Dear sustainability manager, have you ever searched for your own brand on Vinted?

A while ago, I sat down with the sustainability manager of a medium-sized Dutch clothing brand. We discussed circularity, material choices and ambitious sustainability goals for 2030. At one point, the conversation turned to the second-hand market and its potential relevance. I took out my phone and opened Vinted. I typed in the brand name....