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Madhu Vaishnav, Saheli Women Collective: ‘In any business relationship there should be mutual benefit, and some love’

“I am not a fashion designer, and none of my women have studied fashion. Yet we understand the craft very well, because it is in our DNA.” Along the Amsterdam canals, Madhu Vaishnav, founder of the Saheli women's collective, outlines her mission. Until July 29, the brand's third in-house collection is on display, after which the pop-up will move...

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Byan chooses London for its first international store

Spanish womenswear brand Byan is advancing its international expansion plan, opening its first permanent store in London this coming October. According to an exclusive report by British publication Drapers, the store will be located on King's Road in the exclusive neighbourhood of Chelsea. It will span over 75 square metres across two floors and...

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Westminster Council drops legal challenge to Oxford Street pedestrianisation

Westminster City Council has said it will no longer pursue a judicial review of plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street, reducing the potential for a major legal battle over one of London's most significant regeneration projects. The scheme, backed by London mayor Sadiq Khan, will see traffic removed from the area between Orchard Street and Great...

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NABA, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti Expands in London: Strengthening its presence in the UK market with the appointment of Diego Mattiolo

At a time when the UK is increasingly focusing on creative education to meet the growing demand for skills in the cultural and creative industries, NABA, Nuova Accademia di Belle Arti, announces the appointment of Diego Mattiolo as School Director and Head of Education of its new London campus, with courses starting in the 2026/2027 Academic...

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In Pictures: Amiri brings Hollywood to the UK with first regional store

Luxury brand Amiri has unveiled its first store in the UK, translating its Californian roots into a retail experience intended to recall the “on-set décor of films from the golden age of Hollywood”. Located on London’s New Bond Street, the flagship spans two floors across which collections for both men and women, including accessories and...

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Epoch Biodesign to open world's largest nylon 6,6 biorecycling facility in London

UK biotechnology company Epoch Biodesign is set to open Europe’s first and the world’s biggest nylon 6,6 biorecycling demonstration facility. The global leader in enzymatic recycling, the plant will open at Grapht Works, Imperial College in North Acton, London, the city’s new pilot manufacturing facility. The announcement comes a month after...

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Louis Vuitton opens temporary hotel in London

To celebrate the 130th anniversary of its iconic Monogram pattern, Louis Vuitton is transforming a historic townhouse in London's Mayfair district into an immersive concept experience. The temporary project is located in the heart of London. Louis Vuitton announced on Friday that it dedicates individual, thematically designed rooms to each of...

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Norrøna drives expansion with new London flagship

Norrøna is expanding its network of locations and opening its first dedicated flagship store in the United Kingdom. The new ‘Norrøna Hub’ is opening at 15 Regent Street, Cunard House, London. The Norwegian outdoor brand announced this on Tuesday via the professional networking site LinkedIn. “London is one of the most important and inspiring...

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Fred Perry: Now Open on Lexington Street

Fred Perry announced the opening of its brand new flagship location in the heart of Soho. Situated on Lexington Street, the store marks a definitive stake in the ground for the brand, celebrating its historic relationship with the local area and Soho’s enduring significance to British music and art. Credits: Fred Perry The new space is designed...

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Edikted makes European debut with Carnaby Street store

US fashion brand Edikted has expanded its physical retail network with the opening of its first standalone location in Europe. Located at 52 to 55 Carnaby Street, London, the 4,800 square feet store houses a complete range of Edikted’s streetstyle and runway-inspired womenswear and accessories. In a statement, Edikted’s head of retail, Mina Fam,...

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Mayor of London approves Oxford Street pedestrianisation plans

Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, has given the green flag to pedestrianisation plans for London’s Oxford Street following a second consultation addressing local traffic diversion. Transport for London (TfL) has now been instructed to move forward with a proposal to remove traffic between Great Portland Street and Orchard Street. The move will...

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KNWLS opens pop-up concept store during LFW

KNWLS has unveiled a temporary concept store in London during the city’s ongoing fashion week, designed to reflect what a physical space of the British label could look like. Open from February 20 to 23, and located at The Painting Rooms, the store offers an edit of core and exclusive pieces from the brand’s SS26 collection. Its interior is...