Articles by Ole Spötter
Ole Spötter has been working as an editor for FashionUnited since the beginning of 2020. He studied fashion journalism in Düsseldorf, where he previously worked for a local culture magazine. In addition to everyday news, he focuses on current trends and specialises in sports and streetwear. For FashionUnited, he researches the economic relevance of topics within these areas.
Tracksuit jacket becomes air conditioning: Rick Owens and Adidas defy Parisian heat
Rick Owens, known for his dark, avant-garde collections, has collaborated with German sportswear giant Adidas for spring/summer 2027. The US designer showed his latest designs in Paris early on Thursday. The puffed-up jackets, created in collaboration with Adidas, particularly caught the eye. The black track jackets with the three stripes and...
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Versace without CEO Emmanuel Gintzburger?
Versace and Emmanuel Gintzburger, chief executive officer (CEO) of the fashion house, are parting ways. Gintzburger is leaving after almost four years at the helm of the fashion house, reports trade publication WWD. He joined in September 2022 from Alexander McQueen, where he held the role of CEO for around six years. Prior to this, he spent...
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Seidensticker firms up plans for womenswear wholesale comeback
Seidensticker is bringing its womenswear back to wholesale, starting from the upcoming order season. The blouse specialist has adapted its collection accordingly. Back in January, Seidensticker's CEO Silvia Bentzinger did not rule out a return for womenswear to wholesale, as she mentioned in an interview. She did not want to announce any...
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Pitti Uomo 110: Loud beats, quiet collections
On the grounds of the Fortezza da Basso, Florence, where temperatures surpassed 30 degree celsius, several brands blasted music at their neighbours simultaneously. Pitti Uomo 110 was loud, at least acoustically. The collections themselves were subdued in contrast. They were more minimalist and cleaner, with a focus on materiality and artisanal...
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Between suit and apron: Simone Rocha questions classic masculinity
Simone Rocha brought her first menswear collection to the grand stage of Pitti Uomo, reflecting on contemporary masculinity. On Thursday evening, the Irish designer presented her spring/summer 2027 looks as a guest designer at the Florentine menswear trade fair. The show took place in the magnificent theatre hall of the Teatro della Pergola. The...
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Mustang at Pitti Uomo: Ready for the next phase of growth
Mustang returns to Pitti Uomo. Following its debut in January, the German denim brand now aims to establish concrete partnerships and drive its international expansion. In an interview, CEO Andreas Baur discusses wholesale strategy, product development and his goals for 2026. You exhibited at Pitti Uomo for the first time in January and are...
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Poolside and problems: Pitti Uomo makes an energetic start to SS27
Pitti Uomo dived gracefully into the new season on Tuesday. For its 110th edition, the Italian menswear trade fair is themed around “the pool”, taking a momentary dip into cool waters amid summer temperatures before the industry's problems resurface. Italian menswear generated a turnover of 11.2 billion euros in 2025. This represents a 2.2...
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Trend expert Julian Daynov: “The loudest brands will not define the future”
The Pitti Uomo menswear trade fair is just around the corner, bringing with it the first insights for spring/summer 2027. Trend expert Julian Daynov explains what will shape the upcoming menswear season. He covers everything from new silhouettes and materials to the colour palette, and addresses how brick and mortar retail can regain relevance...
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Capelli Sport: Amateur football is our bread-and-butter business
The summer of football begins next week with the opening match of the men's World Cup, held in the US, Canada, and Mexico. US sportswear brand Capelli Sport will also be participating, equipping the national team of Cape Verde and distributing licensed products from the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). In Europe, the...
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Danish brand Fine Chaos to close
Fine Chaos is closing five years after its launch and will celebrate one last time during Copenhagen Fashion Week. The Danish fashion brand, founded in early 2021 by Ludvig Isaksen and creative director Marc Møllerskov, will cease operations in August. Isaksen announced the news in an email to FashionUnited. “The vision we set for ourselves in...
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