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Marc Cain's incoming leader Patric Spethmann: “It’s not just about appointing a new CEO”

Patric Spethmann will become the new CEO of Marc Cain in June. In choosing the former chief operating officer of Marc O'Polo, company founder Helmut Schlotterer hasn't opted for a notorious high-profile leader from the fashion industry, known for being in the limelight or for spectacular turnarounds. However, Spethmann's profile promises to be...

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Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week SS27 top trends

The 36th edition of Barcelona Bridal Fashion Week SS27 took place from April 22–26, 2026, bringing together more than 450 brands and showcasing over 1,000 runway looks, solidifying its reputation as an essential event for the global bridal industry. Barcelona continues to strengthen its position as an international hub for bridal fashion. Spain...

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In Kinshasa, tailors rejuvenate the 'abacost', the DRC's emblematic suit

Sewing machines whirred across bold fabrics at a Kinshasa atelier where Congolese tailors and their style-savvy customers have revived a suit long associated with life under a dictator. The "abacost" has a closed-front jacket, often with a Mao-style collar and worn without a tie, ideal for the sweltering equatorial heat. It was the signature...

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Leny secures first retail partnership with Selfridges

British womenswear brand Leny, founded in 2025 by Central Saint Martins graduate Isabella Hoelk, has secured its first retail partnership, launching in-store at Selfridges in London and online. Launched with a clear vision of creating versatile wardrobe staples for the modern urban woman, Leny has become known for its minimalist and feminine...