Fashion

Fashion after corona: colour and lifestyle trends for SS22

Antwerp - Every six months Trend watcher Hilde Francq from Trend Studio Francq Colors shares the most important upcoming colours and trends during the Colour Trend Seminar. The corona factor has certainly made it extra exciting this edition. FashionUnited was in (virtual) attendance and noted what we can expect for the summer of 2022. There’s...

Jun. 18, 2021

Fashion

Black models who changed the face of fashion

This Saturday is Juneteenth, now a federal holiday according to a bill just signed by President Biden. This September will bring a reemergence of New York Fashion Week as in-person shows are being planned by, among others, Tom Ford, the Chairman of the CFDA. The anniversary of George Floyd’s murder is now in the rearview mirror. While these...

Jun. 18, 2021

Fashion

Erdem debuts men's collection for Spring 2022

British fashion label Erdem is launching its first foray into menswear for spring 2022. The wardrobe, consisting of 27 looks, features a variety of soft tailoring, like checked overcoats and blazers, knitwear in jewel tones and bold floral printed shirting. There is even a fashion forward boiler suit. Canada-born Erdem Moralioğlu studied at the...

Jun. 17, 2021

Fashion

Christian Louboutin collaborates with Sabrina and Idris Elba

Luxury footwear designer Christian Louboutin is teaming up with actor Idris Elba and his model wife Sabrina Elba on a capsule shoe collection to raise money and awareness on systemic injustice and racism. The ‘Walk a Mile in My Shoes’ collection was born from a sincere friendship, explains the footwear designer in a statement, and 100 percent of...

Jun. 16, 2021

Fashion

Reebok unveils first look at Kerby Jean-Raymond’s brand direction

Sportswear brand Reebok has teased the first look at the refreshed brand creative director under Kerby Jean-Raymond with a new film. The Pyer Moss designer was named vice president of creative direction for Reebok in September 2020 and has been providing creative leadership across all design disciplines, explained the sport’s brand. One of his...

Jun. 16, 2021

Fashion

Fall/Winter 2022: These are the four denim trends

Amy Leverton, the founder of trend forecasting company Denim Dudes, was back attending the online edition of denim trade fair Kingpins in April to share four upcoming trends for the AW22 season. FashionUnited attended the event and in this articles shares a summary of some of the key takeaways. Worn-Core Lockdowns over the past year have forced...

Jun. 16, 2021

Fashion

Ahluwalia showcases debut womenswear collection at LFW

London-based rising star Ahluwalia, who was just announced as the winner of the BFC/GQ designer menswear fund, has unveiled her first joint men’s and women’s collection during London Fashion Week. In April, the designer debut herfirst womenswear range in collaboration with Ganni, opting then to rework deadstock fabric and leftover styles from...

Jun. 15, 2021

Business

Chanel revenue fell 18 percent during 'highly disrupted' pandemic

Chanel on Tuesday said its revenue fell 18 percent to 10.1 billion dollars in 2020. The Paris-based luxury house said its business was “highly disrupted” due to store closures and suspension of international travel. Prior to global lockdowns, Chanel had a robust duty-free business, which instantly froze as tourism was halted. While the pandemic...

Jun. 15, 2021

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Nike launches sustainable Happy Pineapple collection

Sportswear giant Nike has launched its Happy Pineapple collection, using piñatex instead of leather. Piñatex is a plant-based alternative to leather and is crafted by using pineapple leaves. Nike is one of the first brands to use piñatex in its designs, offering 95 per cent renewable resources and enhanced performance. Ananas Anam The new...

Jun. 18, 2021

Retail

Primark opens first store in Czech Republic

International retailer Primark has unveiled its first-ever Czech Republic shop, expanding its footprint across Eastern Europe. The store in Prague spans 49,800 square feet across three levels and offers a range of fashion, homeware, kidswear, and beauty products. The contemporary design also features 35 cash desks, over 50 fitting rooms, and...

Jun. 18, 2021

Fashion

Kingpins announces digital show highlighting Australian denim

Denim trade show Kingpins has revealed the program for its two-day digital offering, with the spotlight on Australian denim. Kingpins will take place on June 23-24 offering insights on denim inspiration, digitalization, and responsible practices. Each day will consist of two hours of live-streamed stories, conversations, and seminars celebrating...

Jun. 17, 2021

Fashion

Vera Wang launches Prosecco called Party

Luxury fashion designer Vera Wang has launched prosecco called Party. This is a step in a different direction for the brand, which is known for its iconic wedding dresses. The premium Italian prosecco is made for celebrating life’s moments and encompasses Vera Wang’s bright, fun, and fashion-forward side. “First and foremost, I am a designer,...

Jun. 17, 2021