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Nigeria's in vogue handwoven fabric makers resist automation

In Iseyin, a sleepy town in southwestern Nigeria, shaded spaces under trees, makeshift sheds and narrow alleys double as production hubs for aso-oke, a handwoven fabric indigenous to the Yoruba ethnic group. Demand for the fabric has recently soared at home and abroad, boosted by Nigerians in the diaspora and the rising global popularity of the...

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FW26 Trend: Military parade jackets, Khaite, Etro, Balmain and more

Building on the presence of military-inspired silhouettes in Pre-Fall 26, this direction strengthens into a key statement for FW26, merging decorative tailoring with a sense of authority and heritage. Structured shapes and the ornate detailing of ‘Napoleonic’ jackets align with the shift toward more expressive dressing, while remaining versatile...

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Istituto Marangoni Firenze partners with Vranjes Firenze for fragrance and cosmetics education

Istituto Marangoni Firenze has announced a three-year partnership with Vranjes Firenze aimed at developing new educational pathways in fragrances and cosmetics. The collaboration will introduce workshops, industry talks and real project briefs, giving students opportunities to explore scent as a strategic element in luxury design, retail and...

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Maxxam and Graduate Fashion Foundation competition announces 2026 finalists

Four emerging designers have been selected as finalists in the Maxxam x Graduate Fashion Foundation competition, which aims to support new talent in womenswear design ahead of Graduate Fashion Week 2026. The initiative, led by textile innovator Rosemary Moore and the Graduate Fashion Foundation, challenges students to develop contemporary...

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Retailers and trend experts share footwear trends for autumn 2026

The buying season for autumn 2026 is now largely complete. As the next season approaches, retailers are shifting their focus to adjustments and additional buying opportunities. The in-season period provides a chance to respond to rapidly changing demand, new trends and unexpected bestsellers. Which styles remain commercially reliable? Where is...

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Vuori names Tom Holland as a creative, strategic, and financial partner

American performance and lifestyle brand Vuori is continuing to drive its global presence after signing a new multi-year partnership with British actor, producer, and entrepreneur Tom Holland. In a statement, Vuori said that Holland would be joining forces with the company as a “creative, strategic, and financial partner,” where he would become...

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Jack Draper adds another fashion partnership with Axel Arigato

Tennis star Jack Draper, currently the UK’s number one-ranked tennis player, continues to be one of the sport's most marketable athletes after announcing a new sneaker partnership with Swedish footwear brand Axel Arigato. The move marks Axel Arigato’s first collaboration with an athlete, as part of the Swedish brand’s strategy to expand its...

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Behind the relaunch: Joseph Ribkoff’s CEO talks sports, e-commerce and retail debuts

When Stephen Belfer was appointed as VP, global sales and business development for Joseph Ribkoff in November 2025, he didn’t think that just weeks later he would actually be taking up the helm of the Canadian heritage label. “I guess somebody had a different plan for me,” he joked in a conversation with FashionUnited. Now serving as president...

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Fashion Trust U.S. announces 2026 winners

Fashion Trust U.S. (FTUS), the non-profit organisation founded by Tania Fares to provide business and financial support to US-based designers, hosted its fourth annual awards in Los Angeles on Tuesday night (April 7), celebrating emerging designers and honouring Tory Burch and Michèle Lamy. Hosted by American actress and comedian Ego Nwodim, the...

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The King’s Foundation partners with Cartier to support decorative watchmaking skills

The King’s Foundation, a charity founded by King Charles III, has announced a three-year partnership with luxury jewellery house Cartier to form a new education programme to teach the next generation of specialist artisans for the watchmaking industry. In a statement, The King’s Foundation said the move with Cartier was born of a “shared belief...

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Silvia Tcherassi and Istituto Marangoni Miami relaunch scholarship, expanding reach across Latin America

Designer Silvia Tcherassi and Istituto Marangoni Miami (IMM) have announced the second installation of the "Silvia Tcherassi Scholarship," expanding the program's scope to accept applicants from all Latin American countries. The initial scholarship launch in 2024 had been restricted to students in Colombia. The partnership aims to foster...

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The Art Academy of Latvia 2026: Exploring fashion's role in a changing cultural landscape

Art Academy of Latvia will host its annual LMA Fashion Show on 29 May, bringing together emerging designers under the overarching theme “Definition,” which also connects the institution’s Design Days and Graduate Days events. The show, taking place at Hanzas Perons, marks the 33rd edition and will explore how fashion, art and design define their...