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US retailer Svrn: "I have no idea where we will be next season, even as a country“

Berlin Fashion Week is not only captivating audiences with an international schedule, but is also attracting an increasing number of international media representatives and buyers. They travel from across the globe, ranging from the UK and the US to Korea and Japan, to discover German talent. Following the hectic start to the year in Florence,...

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Pantone NYFW colour palette for AW26 is invigorating and refreshing

Pantone, the authority on colour, has unveiled a colour palette of striking duality, featuring earthy tones, considered neutrals and bold, vivid shades, for the upcoming autumn/winter 2026 season at New York Fashion Week (NYFW), which runs from February 11 to 16. The seasonal trend report for AW26 states that NYFW designers will opt for colours...

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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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Pre-Fall 2026 denim highlights: Christian Dior, Diesel, Stella McCartney and more

The Pre-Fall season occupies the key May to July selling window, with denim as its cornerstone. Positioned at the crossroads of seasonless dressing, commercial dependability, and transitional appeal, it delivers precisely what the consumer demands. For Pre-Fall ’26, designers leveraged denim to soft-launch new ideas; experimenting with updated...

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Off-White returns and Pieter Mulier's final Alaïa show: Paris Fashion Week AW26 schedule revealed

Off-White will make its return to the official Paris Fashion Week schedule on March 5, 2026. This is one of the key announcements from the provisional schedule for the autumn/winter 2026 womenswear edition, published this Friday by the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode (FHCM). The schedule from the Parisian fashion authority reveals...

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Milan Fashion Week and Winter Olympics clash: 162 events scheduled, debuts at Fendi and Marni

The fashion week dedicated to womenswear for autumn/winter 2026 is scheduled from February 24 to March 2. Debuts include Maria Grazia Chiuri for Fendi and Meryll Rogge for Marni. Demna, at Gucci, will present his first catwalk show after unveiling his debut collection for the Kering-owned brand last September, titled “Gucci La famiglia”. The...

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In Pictures: AW26 street style at Berlin Fashion Week

As the German capital's fashion week celebrated its grand finale on Monday, temperatures dropped to almost minus ten degrees. The pavements were frozen, turning them into an ice rink. Additionally, there was a public transport strike. Despite these conditions, fashion enthusiasts were not deterred from showcasing their best looks. An overview of...

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Major shows, memories and buyer favourites: FW26 highlights from Berlin

Following fashion weeks in Paris, Milan and Copenhagen, all eyes have been on the German capital in recent days. Berlin Fashion Week has established itself as a hub for emerging talent and a new destination for international brands. It was indeed global labels this season that made up the big names on the calendar. These include the Berlin-based...

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Berlin Fashion Week: John Lawrence Sullivan explores boxing and black metal for AW26

John Lawrence Sullivan boxed its way into the hearts of Berlin Fashion Week with a collection soundtracked by metal riffs. Japanese designer and label founder, Arashi Yanagawa, explained in a post-show interview that he drew inspiration from the shared mentality of his past career as a boxer and Norwegian black metal. This includes strength,...

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In Pictures: Official team uniforms for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina are approaching, and fashion houses are presenting the first official team uniforms. Traditionally, these collections serve as a strategic branding moment for brands, combining national identity, heritage and performance. The games begin February 6. Team Canada dressed in Lululemon Team Canada x...

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Brax managing director: “We always see opportunities for growth”

The German brand Brax is prepared for the challenges in the market. It aims to position itself as smarter and more attractive to a new and younger target group through a rebranding. Innovative corduroy themes are set to bring fresh impetus to the autumn/winter 2026/27 collections. Managing director Marc Freyberg discusses growth opportunities in...

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Copenhagen FW26 street style trends: pillbox hats, lacy layers and more

From January 27–30, 2026, Copenhagen Fashion Week marked its 20th anniversary, and despite snow and sub-zero temperatures, attendees rose to the occasion with considered, fashion-forward dressing, mostly in true minimal, architectural Scandi-style. Strong outerwear took center stage, proving that winter layering can be chic—with puffers notably...