Articles by Rachel Douglass
Rachel has been with FashionUnited since mid-2021. Descending from the UK, she moved to the Netherlands in 2014 to attend Amsterdam Fashion Institute, where she studied a BA in International Fashion and Branding with a specialisation in Journalism.
At FashionUnited, Rachel covers daily news, from store openings to acquisitions, alongside which she focuses on research-based stories, interviews and on-the-ground event reporting. Her topics of interest include digital fashion, independent retail and current trends.
NYFW: Rachel Scott unveils vision for Proenza Schouler
When Rachel Scott was appointed to the creative helm of Proenza Schouler last year, founders Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez were eager for their brand to enter a new chapter. As the designer duo moved on to Loewe, they left Schouler in the hands of Scott, a Jamaican-American designer through whom they saw an opportunity to bring a “global...
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Cult Gaia debuts at NYFW with menswear
This season of New York Fashion Week has been defined by notable runway debuts, pointing at somewhat of a revival for the Big Apple’s industry, which has struggled in the backdrop of its global counterparts in Paris and Milan. Among the names taking to the event for the first time was Cult Gaia, an intrinsically LA brand that draws on the past...
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Russell & Bromley losses amounted to 12.1 million pounds ahead of administration
A new report by the administrators of Russell & Bromley has detailed the extent of the footwear brand’s distress ahead of its descent into administration. According to the filing made with the UK’s Companies House, the brand’s EBITDA loss amounted to 12.1 million pounds in the 11 months to November 2025, widening from seven million pounds in the...
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Debenhams partners with PayPal on AI shopping assistance
Debenhams Group is accelerating its adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) through a new partnership with PayPal. The payment provider will be working with Debenhams on implementing an AI-powered shopping assistant that will allow customers to receive personalised recommendations and check out all through PayPal’s app. Through the partnership,...
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In Pictures: 7 For All Mankind makes NYFW debut with Nicola Brognano
Denim specialist 7 For All Mankind took to the New York Fashion Week runway for the first time this season, offering up a refreshed direction under the guidance of its new creative director, Nicola Brognano. Brognano’s appointment was announced towards the end of last year. The Italian designer, who previously helmed Blumarine, was tasked with...
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Mango Man partners with Savile Row tailor as menswear flourishes
Spanish fashion giant Mango Man is elevating its menswear line through a new partnership with Savile Row tailor Richard James. The collaboration intends to reinforce Mango’s positioning in the premium segment, a press release said, building on an ongoing strategic cooperation with global tailoring ateliers. ‘The Sartorial Journey’ initially...
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Derrick and Ponte among 20 semifinalists for 13th LVMH Prize
The semi-finalists for the 13th edition of the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers have been unveiled. The 20 designers, drawn from more than 2,400 applicants worldwide, will present during a Paris showroom on March 4 to 5. Among those selected are a number of notable names from the UK and US. From the UK, Luke Derrick’s menswear brand...
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London Fashion Awards unveils nominees ahead of inaugural ceremony
The London Fashion Awards has unveiled its nominees ahead of its inaugural ceremony, set for 21 February 2026 at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms. Launched by Creativeth in collaboration with the newly established London Fashion Council, the annual programme aims to spotlight excellence, creativity and innovation across the UK fashion sector, a...
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Crew Clothing continues retail expansion, confirms new Kent store
Crew Clothing is continuing its retail expansion, this time with a new store due to open at Bluewater, a shopping centre in Kent. Scheduled to open February 26, the 1,050 square foot space intends to reflect Crew’s signature identity, evident in a “relaxed coastal spirit” that mirrors the brand’s windsurfing roots. The site builds on the British...
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Michael Kors celebrates 45th anniversary with intrinsically New York collection
Michael Kors has long been a cornerstone of New York’s fashion scene and subsequently the city’s fashion week, a heritage that this year the designer honoured in a 45th anniversary celebration for his namesake brand. During NYFW AW26, Kors aptly took on the theme ‘New York Chic’ for his show, which was presented as a runway at The Metropolitan...
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