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Kaws joins Uniqlo as first Artist In Residence

International clothing retailer Uniqlo announced today that KAWS, the contemporary artist known for his signature style subverting pop culture, has joined Uniqlo as its first Artist In Residence. In this new role, KAWS will bolster initiatives within the Uniqlo philosophy of Art For All through art events in Uniqlo stores worldwide and with the...

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Maximilien Abadie is appointed Deputy CEO of Lectra

Lectra, a leading provider of industrial intelligence technology solutions to players in fashion, automotive and furniture, announces the appointment of Maximilien Abadie as Deputy CEO, effective July 1, 2025. In this new role, Maximilien Abadie will oversee the Group's SaaS activities, with a focus on accelerating their development. Maximilien...

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Leanne Forster named Global Director of Brand & Communications at Barbour

Leanne Forster Named Global Director of Brand & Communications at Barbour Barbour has appointed Leanne Forster as its new Global Director of Brand & Communications, as announced in a recent LinkedIn post. With over a decade of experience in premium fashion marketing and communications, Forster steps into the role to lead the brand’s global...

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Ishwari Thopte joins Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI)

Ishwari Thopte has assumed the role of Lecturer, Researcher, and Coach at the Amsterdam Fashion Institute (AMFI), a division of the Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences. In this capacity, she will collaborate with colleagues such as Bregje Lampe, Dagmar Amels, Joanna Watson, and Ellis Droog to develop and teach fashion branding theory, while...

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Fjällräven Appoints Tina Rolén as Marketing Director

Fjällräven, the iconic Swedish outdoor brand, is pleased to announce the appointment of Tina Rolén as Global Marketing Director, effective January 20, 2025. Tina succeeds Alexander Matt, who has played a key role in Fjällräven’s growth and success over the past several years. Alexander will remain with the company during a transition period...

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Nick Gysbrechts Joins NAF NAF as country manager – commercial manager

NAF NAF, the renowned French fashion brand celebrated for its bold and youthful designs, is poised for a new chapter of growth under the leadership of Nick Gysbrechts, who assumed the role of Country Manager – Commercial Manager Belgium starting this year. With over 20 years of proven expertise in strategic planning, sales, and leadership within...

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Richard Price, Managing Director of Clothing & Home at M&S, joins the Refined Networks board as Non-Executive Director

Refined Networks, the global platform for cross-border digital commerce, is delighted to welcome Richard Price to its Board of Directors. The non-executive appointment comes at a time of rapid expansion for Refined Networks. Since 2021, the company has partnered with over 40 international fashion brands to launch them cross-border on leading...

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Steamery welcomes a new CEO to continue the brands global growth journey

Steamery announces Raphael Matzker as the new Chief Executive Officer to further accelerate its’ global expansion. Frej Lewenhaupt, former CEO and co-founder takes on a new role within the company and hands over to Matzker from October 1st. Scandinavian clothing care company Steamery announces the appointment of Raphael Matzker as the new Chief...

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Capri Holdings appoints new Director of Talent Acquisition for EMEA

Capri Holdings has announced the appointment of Sunita Solanki as the new Director of Talent Acquisition for the EMEA region. This new role will see Sunita leading talent acquisition efforts across Capri Holdings' portfolio of brands, including Versace, Jimmy Choo, and Michael Kors. Sunita joins Capri Holdings after 2.5 years at Michael Kors,...

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Mario Jorge Machado elected President of EURATEX

Portuguese textile entrepreneur, Mario Jorge Machado, has been elected President of EURATEX during its General Assembly on 14 June. The Assembly also nominated Alberto Paccanelli as Honorary President. Mario Jorge Machado has an extensive career in textiles. Mario is currently a shareholder and director of "Adalberto Textile Solutions, S.A.",...

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From shop floor to head office: a journey into NEXT's trainee programme

Meet Ella, originally a NEXT Sales Team member and now one of our newest members of the NEXT Trainee Programme. In this interview, we sat down with her to explore her journey from Retail to Merchandising at NEXT's Enderby Campus. Read on to hear more about the skills needed to take on the role, and how she's found the transition from retail to...

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Jeroen Bennink new International Salesmanager Bos Group International

As of the first of May Jeroen Bennink has started in his role as International Salesmanager to grow the footwear business within the Bos Group for the brands Australian Footwear, Filmore & Maruti Footwear. The family-owned company Bos Group International, based in Weert in the Netherlands, which has been in the footwear business since 1982,...