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.
London's Fashion in Film Festival marks 20th anniversary with rare fashion archive screenings
Fashion in Film Festival will celebrate its 20th anniversary with a series of screenings and events across London, bringing rarely seen films exploring fashion, identity and subcultures to audiences. Titled ‘The Party and the Guests’, the programme runs from November 28 to December 6, 2026, with screenings at venues including the Barbican...
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Hurr reaches profitability for first time as rental and resale marketplace grows
UK fashion rental platform Hurr has reached profitability for the first time, according to chief executive officer Lauren Roberts, who announced the milestone in a LinkedIn post. Roberts said the business had spent the past 18 months reviewing its operations, spending, innovation and product development, with a series of changes helping to...
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Ebay report links creative director changes to rising demand for fashion archives
Fashion's whirlwind of creative director appointments are said to be driving renewed interest in archival designer pieces, according to Ebay's Autumn/Winter 2026 Trend Report, tracking shopping and resale activity across its marketplace. The report, which was informed by data from 136 million active buyers and approximately 2.7 billion live...
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Capri Holdings appoints Justin Boxford as CEO, John Idol prepares to retire
US fashion group Capri Holdings has appointed Justin Boxford as its next chief executive officer, marking a leadership change amid continued efforts to revive its remaining brands, Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo, following the sale of Versace. Boxford will take up the role on January 4, 2027, succeeding John D. Idol, who is retiring as chairman and...
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Poundland suppliers warned over cash flow as retailer’s future remains uncertain
Small businesses supplying Poundland are being urged to protect their cash flow as the discount retailer faces the prospect of administration, despite its owner Gordon Brothers reportedly releasing around 10 million pounds to help pay suppliers. The funds were unlocked on November 10, following a freeze on access to company money and mounting...
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Botswana backs De Beers takeover bid as it doubles stake
Botswana is set to double its ownership of diamond company De Beers from 15 percent to 30 percent, positioning itself as the group's largest single shareholder under a proposed acquisition of Anglo American's stake. The proposed ownership structure would give Botswana a greater role in the company responsible for marketing the country's diamond...
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Spyder opens first standalone retail store at Mall of America
Outdoor sportswear brand Spyder has opened its first standalone retail store, establishing a dedicated physical retail presence at Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. The 2,500-square-foot location opened on November 10, marking a new step in the brand’s efforts of building up its direct-to-consumer business. The development and execution...
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Oner Active opens first flagship store in New York
British activewear brand Oner Active has opened its first permanent retail store with the launch of a 4,700-square-foot flagship at 0 Bond Street in Manhattan’s NoHo district. The opening marks the digitally-native brand’s move into physical retail, six years after its launch by personal trainer and fitness influencer Krissy Cela. The US is Oner...
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Gabriel Moses to receive Trailblazer Award at The Fashion Awards 2026
British-Nigerian photographer and filmmaker Gabriel Moses will receive the Trailblazer Award at The Fashion Awards 2026, recognising his influence across fashion, music and contemporary visual culture. The British Fashion Council (BFC) announced the honour ahead of the ceremony, which will take place at London's Royal Albert Hall on November 30....
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Sofie Dolva steps down as CIFF director after four years
Sofie Dolva is stepping down as director of Copenhagen International Fashion Fair (CIFF), bringing an end to a four-and-a-half-year period during which the Danish trade event expanded its international reach and developed a presence beyond its twice-yearly exhibitions. Maja Schildt, formerly global commercial director at Danish lifestyle brand...
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