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After scandal in Italy: Dior strengthens its own production capacities

Following a scandal involving suppliers in Italy, the French luxury house Dior wants to take over a larger part of its own production chain. According to a report from industry magazine WWD, the company has announced the creation of a new industrial department, which will aim to strengthen production capacities in the long term and ensure the...

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Crafting the perfect pair: An inside look at denim design and production

Denim serves as the ideal canvas for creating fashion pieces that transcend fleeting trends. By blending tradition with innovation, it becomes a unique intersection of craftsmanship and creativity. Cup of Joe has mastered the art of transforming denim into enduring wardrobe staples. In an exclusive interview with FashionUnited, the denim brand’s...

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Who makes our clothes? Fashion Production Explained

Ever wondered who actually makes your clothes and how fashion's supply chain impacts workers' lives? This deep dive unpacks how fashion production works and explores what’s needed for meaningful change in the industry. FashionUnited interviewed Kim van der Weerd, a former factory manager with a background in human rights, who advocates for a...

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This is how O My Bag CEO Paulien Wesselink approaches corporate social responsibility

As a child, Paulien Wesselink often wondered why she couldn't invite her entire class to her birthday party. "I never liked excluding people," says the founder and CEO with a smile during a video call with FashionUnited. This early example of social responsibility forms the foundation for what would later become O My Bag, a Dutch handbag brand...

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Fewer shoes produced in 2023

Global footwear production decreased by 6 percent in 2023 compared to the previous year, according to research on the global footwear industry by the World Footwear Yearbook. These figures are adjusted and do not take into account the low point during the coronavirus pandemic years of 2020 and 2021. EU Share Declines by 5 Percent, Asia Remains...

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Shein partners with Ntx Group to leverage AI capabilities for even faster speed to market

Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein has partnered with Ntx Group to further accelerate its design and production processes by leveraging artificial intelligence (AI). A global textile innovation and solutions company, Ntx has implemented AI into its design, planning, and production capabilities and is among the preferred suppliers for sports and...

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Podcast: Factory made and fabulous? Fashion's re-shoring opportunity

What is already possible locally? What workshops and production facilities are there, which craftspeople are available, and what capacity is there for research and development? People often talk about what is wrong in the fashion industry, but not as often about what is good and beautiful. For example, you can find more locally than you think....

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Inside Arezzo the 50-year old Brazilian shoe factory

Arezzo & Co annually sells around 30 million products. A domestic shoe powerhouse, its production headquarters outside Porto Alegre in Brazil’s southernmost state of Rio Grande Do Sul employs 800 workers and there are several other operations throughout the country. Currently the Arezzo portfolio contains 16 brands spanning diverse levels of...

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Podcast: Who's got the power? Addressing the imbalance between suppliers and fashion brand

Clothing manufacturers and -suppliers have been facing a particularly difficult time in recent years. In the fashion industry, these parties are most at risk and this became all too clear during the pandemic. Orders were cancelled, pressure was exerted on prices and suppliers are also being left to foot the bill for expected improvements in...

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Fashion supply chain finance platform, Twinco Capital, raises 12m dollars to expand

Twinco Capital, a global supply chain finance solution that covers the production cycle from purchase order to final invoice payment, has secured a 12 million dollar equity and debt round. The Amsterdam and Madrid-based fintech business, which was founded 2019 by bankers Sandra Nolasco and Carmen Marín, said it is on a mission to reduce the...

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This is how a fashion brand's collection is created

What is involved in the development of a fashion collection exactly? FashionUnited has covered everything, from the design and production process to the journey your garment makes from the drawing board to the shop shelf, in this background article. We will start at the beginning, with an explanation of what a fashion collection actually is,...

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Adidas introduces No-Dye Collection

Sportswear giant Adidas has launched a new footwear collection using the natural colouring of materials. The No-Dye Collection uses materials in their natural colour form as a way to cut the use of water in the dying process of the shoes. By using these natural colourings, the fabric no longer requires a post-treatment step for dye techniques...