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Storm Bram dampens fashion sales as UK retail hits nine-month low
The UK retail sector faced its toughest trading week since early spring, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales plunging by -7.13%. This sharp decline marks the lowest result since the second week of March, a downturn exacerbated by the disruptive arrival of Storm Bram, which brought heavy rain, gale-force winds, and snow to much of the country....
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Inditex shares hit record high as investor confidence strengthens
Inditex, the Spanish fashion group behind brands including Zara and Massimo Dutti, hit a new all-time high on Thursday, surpassing the record set in December last year and underlining the strong momentum behind the company. The stock climbed to as much as 56.38 euro per share, buoyed by better-than-expected quarterly results and growing...
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Safilo acquires 25 percent stake in Inspecs for 21.7 million pounds
Safilo has announced its acquisition of shares in Inspecs Group. Between December 15 and 18, the company purchased a total of 25 percent of Inspecs' share capital for approximately 21.7 million pounds. In a statement, the management explained that this shareholding “reflects Safilo’s confidence in the long-term prospects of Inspecs, offering the...
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Rag & Bone: Swaim Hutson appointed head of menswear design
The New York-based brand has entrusted its menswear line to the former creative director of The Academy New York. The first collection will be unveiled in Florence for autumn/winter 2026. Rag & Bone has announced the appointment of Swaim Hutson to the role of head of menswear design. The brand's strategy includes the debut of the designer's...
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Kering monetises Fifth Avenue asset through Ardian partnership
Luxury group Kering and investment firm Ardian have announced the completion of a co-investment agreement, formalised through the creation of a joint venture centred on a real estate asset on Fifth Avenue in New York. The building, located at 715-717 Fifth Avenue, occupies a prime position offering approximately 10,700 square metres of luxury...
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Gabriele Maggio named new CEO of Twinset
Gabriele Maggio is the new chief executive officer of Twinset. His appointment forms part of the company's new ownership structure, which passed to the joint control of Borletti Group and Quadrivio & Pambianco (manager of the Made in Italy Fund II) in June 2025. The two entities acquired 100 percent of Twinset with an equal stake. A manager with...
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Georg Lux departs as creative director of Leonard
Georg Lux, creative director of Leonard since January 2021, "has chosen to step down from his role," the luxury house announced in a statement on Monday, December 15. This announcement marks the end of a period of nearly five years during which the designer contributed to the evolution of the Parisian label's aesthetic whilst respecting its...
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Video: How vintage and archives influence contemporary costume design
Costume Design is a powerful tool for storytelling, a journey that extends from initial historical research and archival deep dives to the final execution on set. A recent conversation featured renowned Costume Designer Massimo Cantini Parrini, Polimoda Director Massimiliano Giornetti, and Design Department Supervisor Silvia Tolaro, who came...
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Video: Ralph Lauren 10th Olympic outfitter collection for team USA
Ralph Lauren has been named the Official Outfitter of Team USA for the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games 2026 Milano Cortina, marking the 10th time for this partnership. The company will provide uniforms for the Olympic and Paralympic hopefuls and athletes, which will be worn throughout the Games, from the lighting of the torch to the Closing...
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Black Friday delivers muted results as online fashion stumbles
The final week of November, typically a retail bonanza due to Black Friday promotions, delivered a surprisingly lukewarm performance this year. According to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker, total like-for-like (LFL) sales inched up by just +0.38%. While this growth is positive, it pales in comparison to the solid +18.96% surge recorded...
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