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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...

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Putting priorities back into production

How can garment manufacturers enable environmental transformation? And how can they do this in a nationally coordinated, structured and country-specific way? This is why the manufacturer-led ATTI platform (Apparel and Textile Transformation Initiative) was conceived a couple of years ago and officially established as an organisation in 2025. Its...

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Kering 2025: moment of truth for François-Henri Pinault's powerhouse

The luxury sector is no longer smooth sailing, and Kering (Kering) has become its most sensitive barometer. With a 13 percent decline in turnover, compressed profitability, and Gucci still undergoing reconstruction, the French group concludes a 2025 financial year that management describes as transitional. Investors, however, see it primarily as...

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Converse initiates restructuring and layoffs amid slumping sales

Employees at Converse have been instructed to work from home as the Nike Inc. brand begins a restructuring process that includes job cuts. According to a Bloomberg report, the reorganization will involve the creation of new roles and team reassignments for remaining staff. In a memo viewed by Bloomberg News, Converse chief executive officer...

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Fossil Group names Shannon Freeze as chief people and communications officer

US-based lifestyle accessories company Fossil Group has announced the appointment of Shannon Freeze as chief people and communications officer. Freeze will join the executive leadership team on February 23, 2026, reporting directly to the chief executive officer, Franco Fogliato. In this newly defined role, Freeze will be responsible for...

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LVMH strengthens executive committee with new appointments

French luxury conglomerate LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH) has announced strategic changes to its senior leadership team to bolster its sustainable growth strategy. The appointments, which are effective immediately, see two long-standing internal leaders join the group executive committee as the company reorganises its beauty and...

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Texworld: How Chinese manufacturers are adding value through textile innovation and CSR

Chinese manufacturers at the Texworld Apparel Sourcing trade show, held from February 2 to 4, 2026, are no longer positioning themselves solely as high-volume suppliers. Instead, they are key players capable of integrating Western demands for technological innovation and CSR. Oracle, Huaren Linen and Healcell are prime examples of this shift....

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UK high street administration wave: The 5 retailers facing early 2026 setback

The UK high street has faced an early setback in the new year, with five major retailers already entering administration. Each company cited their respective collapses to rising business costs and cautious consumer spending. It comes despite more positive projections for the year ahead by industry analysts. According to a report by Knight Frank,...

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From fur collars to bow details: Key trends at Seoul Fashion Week AW26

Seoul Fashion Week wrapped up its autumn/winter 2026 edition over the weekend, marking the end of a season defined by extravagance and experimentation. Held from February 3 to 8 at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, the event showcased 24 brands, 15 of which hosted runway presentations. The collections served as explorations of contrasts, emphasising...

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Willy Chavarria launches evergreen ‘Big Willy’ collection

American fashion designer Willy Chavarria has launched an evergreen diffusion line called ‘Big Willy’ to offer premium classics to a wider audience. In a statement, Chavarria said: “Big Willy is not an offshoot of the brand. It is an extension and the heart of what I do. This collection is rooted in the clothes we grew up in and the pieces we...

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From high street to halftime: Bad Bunny debuts custom Zara at Super Bowl 2026

Inditex has once again signaled that the United States is its most vital growth frontier. During Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, the group’s flagship brand, Zara, took center stage before an audience of millions, dressing halftime headliner Bad Bunny. The appearance marks a historic marketing milestone for the Spanish retailer, aligning it...