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6. 2026 Supply chain in fashion outlook

Resilience, regulation, and robotics: Fashion supply chain pivots for 2026 The fashion supply chain in 2026 is no longer defined solely by speed and cost, but by its resilience, precision, and adherence to escalating regulatory standards. The prevailing operational reality is one of volatility, driven by geopolitical turbulence, trade tariffs,...

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5. 2026 Fabric and materials outlook

Next-generation biomaterials move to commercial scale The fashion industry is poised for a significant shift in its material landscape for 2026, driven primarily by twin imperatives: deepened sustainability and advanced performance integration. Industry forecasts and recent fabric trade show collections, such as the Spring/Summer 2026 (SS26)...

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4. 2026 Technology in fashion outlook

Artificial intelligence reshapes apparel industry's operational framework Artificial intelligence (AI) has firmly transcended its designation as a technical novelty, developing into the crucial interface between consumers and brands and reshaping the operational structure of the apparel industry. This technology is no longer merely a tool, but...

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3. 2026 Consumer behaviour outlook

Re-engineering desirability for the algorithmic consumer The global fashion sector is entering a new strategic cycle defined by profound shifts in consumer behaviour, demanding a re-evaluation of how apparel companies build desirability and remain visible. Amid persistent economic uncertainties and geopolitical pressures, the industry is...

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2. 2026 Apparel industry regulatory changes

EU regulatory overhaul: a 2026 mandate for apparel’s future The European Union (EU) apparel and textile industry is confronting an unparalleled wave of mandatory sustainability legislation, with 2026 serving as the pivotal deadline for key compliance mechanisms. These regulations—spearheaded by the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation...

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1. 2026 Apparel industry economic outlook

Fashion industry braces for shifting rules and low growth The global fashion industry is navigating a fundamentally new reality in 2026, characterized by persistent macroeconomic volatility, redrawn trade maps, and rapid technological disruption. Executives are seeking clarity amidst systemic shifts that demand heightened agility and disciplined...

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Dario Vitale to exit Versace after a single season

In what might have been one of fashion’s quickest turnarounds, Dario Vitale is exiting Versace less than three months after unveiling his vision for the Italian fashion house. The designer, who was officially announced in March 2025 as Donatella Versace's successor, has left the brand, as reported by Women’s Wear Daily on Thursday. Versace...

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Lyle & Scott x Duke’s Cupboard in Amsterdam

Lyle & Scott joins Duke’s Cupboard to celebrate two years of Duke’s Cupboard Amsterdam with a one-night in-store event on Thursday 4 December 2025, 6–9pm at Zeedijk 31A, 1012 AP. Guests can pick from six collaboration patches and have them embroidered on a Lyle & Scott polo or jacket on site. First come, first served. Downstairs, a focused...

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Pantone: Cloud Dancer is the Colour of the Year 2026

The fashion industry is set to float on clouds in 2026. This is the forecast made on Thursday by the Pantone Color Institute, which has crowned “Cloud Dancer” as the colour of the upcoming year. This is a bright, ethereal white that conveys tranquillity, clarity and space for new ideas through its simplicity. In a time full of changes and...

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Italy sweatshop probe snares more luxury brands

Italian prosecutors on Thursday named Gucci, Prada, Versace and Yves Saint Laurent as among 13 luxury brands suspected of using subcontractors who exploited migrant workers in Italy, as part of a growing investigation into sweatshop conditions. Milan prosecutor Paolo Storari issued requests for information about alleged abuses by the brands,...

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Desigual returns to India via Myntra partnership

Madrid – Desigual is making another attempt to penetrate the Indian market. The company, founded by Thomas Meyer, has resumed operations there through a new partnership with the Indian e-commerce platform and marketplace, Myntra. Under this agreement, the Spanish fashion multinational will once again begin selling its products in the country via...

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Exclusive: Stella McCartney, Maison Margiela and Ganni takeover PETA’s 2025 Fashion Awards

As the year draws to a close, a growing awareness of animal welfare is continually shifting industry practices regarding their use. In recognition of this momentum, People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is reflecting on the past period and acknowledging those who are leading the charge for change through its annual PETA Fashion...