Articles by Susan Zijp
Susan Zijp (1999) is a Dutch news editor at FashionUnited. She is interested in various topics within the fashion industry - ranging from E-commerce to China's tightening grip on the global economy. In 2024, she received her master's degree in New Media and Digital Culture from the University of Amsterdam.
Six fashion concepts for SS26 at Texhibition Istanbul
Fashion designer Belma Özdemir analysed more than 500 booths at the seventh edition of sourcing fair Texhibition in Istanbul. She focused on trends, colours and quality, creating two trend areas based on her findings, with three concepts each. These six SS26 concepts demonstrate how manufacturers and designers are shaping the future of fashion...
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CEO Spinnova announces departure after short period of time
Tuomas Oijala, CEO of Spinnova Plc, will step down from his position, with his last day of employment no later than September 12, 2025. Spinnova announced this in a press release. Oijala will remain in his role during his six-month notice period, focusing on continuing the current strategy and ensuring a smooth transition. Oijala joined Spinnova...
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From crisis to recovery: How Turkey's textile industry hopes to recover by 2026
Turkey is a strong export country. Foreign sales of textiles, raw materials and clothing play a crucial role in the national economy. In 2024, the sector generated around 7 percent of the country's total employment. Exports of textiles and ready-made clothing were worth 32.1 billion dollars (29.41 billion euros). On the world market, Turkey...
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In Pictures: David Koma's Blumarine debut show
Georgian-London based designer David Koma made his Milan Fashion Week debut as creative director of Blumarine. His AW25 collection is characterised by "dark romance." A recurring motif throughout the collection was the thistle, a symbol of protection and vulnerability, incorporated through crystal appliqués and silver detailing. Blumarine,...
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Suzano stops financing Woodspin, remains shareholder of Spinnova
Suzano, the Brazilian cellulose producer and investor of Spinnova's Woodspin plant that produces wood-based fibres, will not invest further in the next phase of its cooperation with the Finnish textile innovator and will temporarily stop financing the plant. Both companies are starting a strategic review of Woodspin and will renegotiate the...
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Two million dollars worth of Nike shoes stolen from US freight train
Robbers in the US have reportedly stole thousands of Nike shoes worth two million dollars from a freight train traveling through the deserts of California and Arizona last month, according to various media reports. Some of the nearly 2,000 stolen shoes were not due to hit stores until March 14. They included Nigel Sylvester's new line in...
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Three trends leading to more impulse purchases, research reveals
Consumers are more susceptible to influence than they think. This is evident from recent research into impulse purchases by Anne Moes, a consumer behavior researcher at the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. Moes identifies three important trends that make consumers more susceptible to impulse purchases. The research, entitled “The Urge...
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Nike shares rise after announcement of Skims partnership
Since the announcement of NikeSkims, a new sportswear brand aimed at women, Nike (NYSE: NKE) has seen a significant increase in its stock price. Analysts report that the American stock market has responded positively to the collaboration between the sportswear giant and Kim Kardashian's shapewear brand, Skims. Following the announcement, Nike...
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Shein delays London IPO due to strict approach from Trump
Shein's initial public offering (IPO) in London is facing yet more delays. The fast-fashion giant initially aimed to list on the London Stock Exchange around Easter 2025 (approximately April 20). However, according to the Financial Times (FT), the Chinese company will reportedly miss this target due to "Trump's crackdown on low-value packages"....
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Miu Miu appoints Silvia Onofri as new CEO
The Prada Group has appointed Silvia Onofri as the new CEO of the Italian fashion brand Miu Miu, as confirmed to FashionUnited on Thursday. The incoming CEO will assume her new role on February 26 and will succeed Benedetta Petruzzo, who moved to Christian Dior Couture in October. Onofri began her career at luxury jewelry brand Bulgari before...
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