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Highlighting the need for cohesive retail strategies, the former C&A leader emphasizes the importance of unifying sales channels and nurturing holistic leadership to effectively communicate business insights and ensure team alignment.

Join Spain’s premier fashion business forum this Thursday, January 29th, at the iconic Palau de la Música Catalana in Barcelona. Secure your spot now, as registration is open until all seats are filled.

Amid a strategic pivot to refresh its brand image, the American company has unveiled a new affiliate platform for content creators, aiming to “stay at the forefront of generational dialogue.“

A German court has ruled in favor of the environmental NGO Deutsche Umwelthilfe against a German footwear company for labeling products as sustainable on its website without proven evidence.

As brands like Naf Naf and Esprit close their doors across Europe, their presence in Colombia thrives under the century-long strategy crafted by Grupo Uribe, which also holds the reins of Mango, Chevignon, and Americanino in the region.

The arrival of China’s retail powerhouse at the legendary department stores triggers a historic crisis. With brands withdrawing, delayed payments, a citizen petition, and a heated debate on ultra fast fashion during political unrest, the industry is on edge.

A fusion of collector’s sneakers, exclusive prototypes, and the legendary Colette’s revival make the Virgil Abloh tribute a must-see spectacle at Paris Fashion Week, intertwining memory, business, and culture.

From October 2nd to 5th, Inditex’s premier chain takes over the heart of Parisian luxury, showcasing a pop-up curated by ex-Colette’s Sarah Andelman and a unique collection co-designed with international art and cultural figures.

Medellín played host to around 400 top executives and entrepreneurs from the fashion world last Thursday at the Colombia Fashion Summit, where the focus was on addressing the sector’s challenges with insights from leaders such as Vélez, Crystal, and Totto.

Retail journeys from A Coruña to the fashion capitals of Paris and Madrid, embracing a domestic charm to elevate its aspirational appeal. Zara introduces a premium hybrid model, as Sézane celebrates ten years of Parisian elegance.

According to KPMG’s Director of AI and Emerging Tech, the industry is on the brink of managing demand with greater agility and responsiveness to market cues.

Milan is on the brink of a historic shift. Following the recent loss of Giorgio Armani and Versace’s latest transformation, Gucci steps into its debut challenge with Demna, against a backdrop that questions the robustness of Italian luxury.

With 2,000 signatures collected, the British association of fashion model agents is calling on the government to protect models from AI image usage by brands, a move that sends ripples through the fashion sector.

With a 90 pounds million public project and pedestrianization plans, Oxford Street undergoes its biggest transformation in a decade, spearheaded by mass-market giants Uniqlo, Primark, and Inditex. A journey to the capital.

A potential merger could create the largest sneaker portfolio in the market, with the category having become a driving force in sports. Adidas would contribute icons like the Gazelle and Superstar, while Puma would bring the Suede and Speedcat to the table.

Fashion industry cyberattacks have surged over the past year, with projected costs for major conglomerates hitting $10.5 trillion by 2025, marking a 300% increase from 2015.

Facing slumping sales in the United States, its core market, and a continuous downward trend on the stock exchange, the Canadian sports gear brand is failing to capture the attention of younger consumers.

The iconic U.S. brand, celebrated for redefining the intimate apparel market, is seeing the results of a 2023 strategic plan led by Eva Serrano, who left the company at the beginning of the year.

The visionary behind a major icon in Italian fashion and a global tailoring legend, the designer built an independent empire with 500 stores across 46 countries. The company has confirmed his passing at the age of 91 in Milan.

Soshi Otsuki, a rising star from Japan, secures the premier award from the French luxury conglomerate’s ceremony, joining the ranks of past winners such as Jacquemus and Marine Serre, with a prize of 400,000 euros.

The CEO of the European Apparel and Textile Confederation (Euratex) warns that the European Commission, in its regulatory role within the industry, risks losing its initial momentum and making changes midway.

The first edition in Medellin of the professional congress dedicated to the fashion industry is born as a spin off of the Barcelona Fashion Summit with the support of Inexmoda and Modaes. The meeting will bring together more than 350 executives.

Born amidst the pine trees of Piedmont, Italy, this men’s tailoring titan now boasts nearly $2 billion in sales, uniting Thom Browne and Tom Ford to craft a global quiet luxury stronghold that dares to challenge the French luxury behemoths.

With a strategic mix of industrial oversight, international growth, and a belonging-driven sales culture, Oniverse, the family holding of the renowned Italian label, has established one of Europe’s most lucrative retail frameworks.

The flagship store of the Spanish brand has come under fire from the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA), which has also scrutinized advertisements from British firms Marks & Spencer and Next for comparable issues this year.

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