Articles by Vivian Hendriksz
Working as an editor and journalist since 2011, Vivian Hendriksz first began her career at FashionUnited in 2013 as a full-time editor. After graduating with a BA Hons in English Literature and Writing in Leeds, she worked for several local news and expat publications next to FashionUnited before striking out on her own as a freelance writer in 2019. Covering the intersections of fashion, lifestyle, and travel, she has a keen interest in all things sustainable, the business side of fashion, and current trends and cultural affairs. Rejoining the team at FashionUnited in late 2023 as a freelancer, she focuses on aspects such as independent retail, CEO interviews, global expansion, and sustainability.
Jonathan Saunders to exit CCO role at & Other Stories
Scottish designer Jonathan Saunders has stepped down from his role as chief creative officer at & Other Stories. The announcement comes a little more than a year after he took up the then newly created position. According to a statement posted on LinkedIn on June 9, Saunders will officially leave the H&M Group-owned brand sometime in mid-August,...
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Amazon unveils new AI warehouse robots as part of 10 billion euro European investment
Online giant Amazon will introduce next-generation AI warehouse robots that are designed to respond to conversational prompts in its European warehouses to improve its deliveries. The upgraded Proteus robot was unveiled by Amazon at an event in its Dartford fulfilment center east of London, and is part of a broader 10 billion euro investment in...
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Dita & Ronaldinho unveil new eyewear collaboration ahead of World Cup
Luxury eyewear brand Dita has partnered with none other than global football legend Ronaldinho to create a special eyewear collection. Timed to launch just ahead of the World Cup kickoff in Mexico, the collection sees Ronaldinho apply his well-documented style with Dita's bold, sculptural approach to design and Dita Lancier take on technical...
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Aritzia opens first store in Missouri as it expands across the Midwest
Canadian fashion house Aritzia has opened its first store in Missouri, as the brand continues to strengthen its retail presence in the Midwest and across the USA. The newly opened 10,000-square-foot store, located at Plaza Frontenac in St. Louis, features an extensive range of women’s apparel, accessories and lifestyle products from a selection...
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Abercrombie & Fitch opens new store in SoHo, unveiling new heritage-inspired concept
Abercrombie & Fitch has opened a new store in SoHo, New York City, as the brand looks to strengthen its roots in its home city. Opening its doors today, June 5, the brand has partnered with local SoHo creative studio Abbode for custom embroidery onsite. The new 10,000-square-foot store, located at 520 Broadway, features a new design concept, “...
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Janie and Jack partners with Limelight Hotels for interactive summer nights series
Children’s brand Janie and Jack has partnered with adventure-forward hotel chain Limelight Hotels to launch the first-ever summer activations series, ‘Under the Limelight with Janie and Jack.’ Marking the brand’s debut in hospitality, the series sees both companies working together to offer a range of family experiences across nine weekends this...
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H.Lorenzo opens new flagship store in Los Angeles
Avant-garde fashion retailer H.Lorenzo has opened a new flagship store in West Hollywood, Los Angeles. Located at 8801 Beverly Blvd, the new flagship store aims to reimagine the future of luxury retail by creating an immersive environment that merges fashion, art, architecture, and the Hadar family’s passion for Japan. The result is a 9,00...
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The Best of Paraiso Miami Swim Week 2026
The 22nd edition of Paraiso Miami Swim Week wrapped on May 31, following four sunshine-packed days of runway shows, brand activations, and after-parties that took place across Miami Beach. Monday Paraiso Miami Swim Week 2026 Credits: ©Launchmetrics/Spotlight Officially kicking off on May 27 with the Swimwear Icons Hall of Fame, Honors Night...
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Ibiza Fashion Festival bans all animal-derived knits
Ibiza Fashion Festival is set to ban all animal-derived knits, including sheep’s wool, mohair, angora, cashmere, and alpaca, from its runways. The ban builds on the fashion event’s current fur-free pledge, which saw it remove all fur, leather, and animal skins from its showcase and its feather-free commitment. “Cruelty to animals has no place on...
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Condé Nast agrees on 400,000 US dollar settlement with three fired employees
Global media company Condé Nast settled an ongoing labor dispute, reaching a 400,000 US dollar settlement with three former employees, who were fired last year after a confrontation with the company’s head of human resources. The three employees, including Jasper Lo, a New Yorker fact-checker, Alma Avalle, a Bon Appétit writer and producer, and...
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