Articles by Prachi Singh
Based in India, Prachi has been associated with FashionUnited for over a decade as freelance editor-finance. She did BA in English Literature from Goa University and then did a diploma in journalism from Xavier Institute of Communications, Bombay. After actively working for various publications in the fashion/apparel and textile space in India, she covers financial reporting, mergers & acquisitions and new appointments at FashionUnited.
Pandora opens regional headquarters in Singapore
Danish jewellery brand Pandora, officially opened its new regional headquarters in Singapore on October 2, 2026, marking a key milestone in its strategy to accelerate growth across Asia. The Singapore headquarters will oversee the brand’s Asia Cluster, covering a mix of owned-and-operated stores as well as distributor markets across the region....
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Innovative Eyewear prepares for Lucyd Aero launch amidst strong Q3 sales
US-based smart eyewear manufacturer Innovative Eyewear has reported preliminary unaudited net sales of approximately 1.04 million dollars for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026. This represents an increase of approximately 55 percent compared to the third quarter of 2025 and marks the highest quarterly net sales in the company’s history....
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Former Deckers CEO Dave Powers joins Stoke Shoes as advisor and investor
US footwear brand Stoke Shoes, focused on everyday comfort and fit, has appointed Dave Powers, former president and chief executive officer of footwear company Deckers Brands, as an advisor and investor. Powers brings over four decades of experience building and scaling global footwear and retail businesses. He spent nearly 13 years at Deckers...
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Nike names Michael Hunter as head of Japan operations
US sportswear giant Nike has appointed Michael Hunter as vice president and general manager of Nike Japan, effective September 2026. Hunter announced the appointment in a LinkedIn post. Hunter brings more than 19 years of experience within the company to the role. Prior to this appointment, he served as general manager of Nike Canada for four...
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Kate Vacovec to lead global commercial finance at Dr. Martens
UK footwear brand Dr. Martens has announced the appointment of Kate Vacovec as global commercial finance director. Vacovec will join the company in early October 2026 from US restaurant company Yum! Brands. Vacovec brings nearly 15 years of experience from her time at Yum! Brands, where she worked across several senior finance and broader...
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Smythson opens new flagship store on Madison Avenue in New York
British luxury lifestyle brand Smythson has announced the opening of a new flagship store on Madison Avenue in New York. The store, located at 575 Madison Avenue, marks 25 years since the company opened its first standalone store in the city. The opening represents a key moment in the international growth strategy for Smythson, with the US...
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Arc'teryx opens first climbing-focused store in Venice, California
Canadian outdoor brand Arc’teryx Equipment has opened its newest store on Abbot Kinney Boulevard in Venice, California. Opened on October 3, 2026, the location marks the brand’s first retail concept dedicated exclusively to climbing and the next evolution of its presence in Southern California. Arc’teryx Abbot Kinney pairs a curated,...
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ReHubs appoints Béatrice Moureaux as chief executive officer
Belgium-based textile recycling alliance ReHubs has named Béatrice Moureaux as chief executive officer. Moureaux, who has served as board advisor to the Brussels-based organisation since December 2025, brings more than 25 years of experience across technical textiles, advanced fibres, nonwovens and circular innovation to the leadership role. She...
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Paris Court orders Kamad Reworked to pay Louis Vuitton 920,000 euros in damages
On September 17, 2026, the Paris Judicial Court delivered a judgment in a trade mark dispute between French luxury label Louis Vuitton and French apparel firm Kamad Reworked, which manufactures and markets clothing made from authentic Louis Vuitton products. The court found that Kamad infringed Louis Vuitton’s rights in those and other trade...
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Frasers Group consolidates luxury portfolio across UK and US markets
UK retail conglomerate Frasers Group has announced the launch of Frasers Group Luxury, a dedicated luxury ecosystem spanning the UK and US markets. The initiative marks the next phase of the group’s luxury strategy, integrating its high-end retail businesses, digital capabilities, and portfolio investments into a unified platform aimed at...
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