Fairs|In-depth

Turkish fashion industry showcases its strength (and fears) at new edition of IFCO: “We are Europe’s reliable partner”

At the invitation of the event's organisers, FashionUnited travelled to Turkey last week to attend the ninth edition of Istanbul Fashion Connection (IFCO). This international trade fair brings together all the key players in the Turkish fashion industry. The latest edition was marked by growing political and trade tensions that are shaking up...

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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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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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Fashion |In Pictures

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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