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.
Karl Lagerfeld marks 15th anniversary of Tokidoki collab with limited-edition drop
Maison Karl Lagerfeld is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its collaboration with Tokidoki, the iconic lifestyle brand from Italian artist Simone Legno, with the launch of two exclusive collectible dolls that honor the ongoing creative collaboration. Karl and Simone Legno, taken in 2009 during the Tokidoki launch event at the Saint Germain...
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Hanes launches heritage inspired capsule collection with Urban Outfitters
Apparel manufacturer HanesBrands has partnered with lifestyle and youth retailer Urban Outfitters to launch an exclusive capsule collection that leverages Hanes almost 125-year legacy. The Hanes Heritage x Urban Outfitters capsule collection includes 29 pieces of innerwear and loungewear for men and women that mix iconic styles from Hanes over...
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Boggi Milano opens first retail location in New York City, with two more in the pipeline
Italian menswear brand Boggi Milano has opened its first store in the United States, with two additional retail locations in the pipeline. The first store, located at 115 Mercer Street in SoHo, Manhattan, spans 1,900 square feet and officially opened its doors to the public earlier this month. Marking the start of Boggi Milano’s expansion across...
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Under Armour hires former Estée Lauder executive director to spearhead AI & Analytics division
Sportswear giant Under Armour, Inc. has hired Liz Bacelar, the former executive director of global tech innovation at Estee Lauder, to head its new artificial intelligence and advanced analytics division. In her new role at Under Armour, Bacelar has been tasked with building a team of data scientists, engineers and AI specialists to integrate...
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Coterie New York's ongoing evolution under VP Purvi Kanji
With buyers and retailers on the hunt for newness and novelty in what can only be described as uncertain times, how has Coterie New York managed to evolve with the times and deliver freshness from its exhibitors to its attendees? Coterie New York returned to the Javits Center last week, welcoming a steady stream of buyers and exhibitors. Running...
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Lululemon names Lewis Hamilton is latest ambassador
Canadian activewear brand Lululemon has named seven-time Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton as its newest brand ambassador. From February 25 onwards, Lululemon will provide apparel and accessories for Hamilton's training, recovery, and lifestyle needs while working together with the driver on future design and global advocacy work....
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Belk to open two new outlet locations in North Carolina
Privately-owned department store group Belk is set to open two new outlet stores this spring in North Carolina. Opening at the Eastridge Mall in Gastonia and the Triangle Town Center Mall in Raleigh, the move sees the retailer opening its second and third outlet locations in its home state. The outlet arm of Belk, Belk Outlet features a wide...
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Mytheresa hosts exclusive après-ski experience in Aspen with Bemelmans Bar
Munich-based luxury fashion retailer Mytheresa has partnered with Bemelmans Bar, a New York icon within The Carlyle, to host an exclusive après-ski experience in Aspen. An immersive experience, the event sees Bemelmans Bar bring its charm outside of the Upper East to host a pop-up in downtown Aspen, where guests can enjoy drinks, live...
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Aritzia opens debut store in Philadelphia
Canadian women's fashion retailer Aritzia has opened its first store in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as the retailer continues to expand across the country. Located in the city center, at 1725 Walnut Street, the store officially opened its doors to the public on February 20. The new store interior includes marble and wire-wheeled white oak floor...
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H&M Foundation supports Ellen MacArthur’s circular Fashion ReModel with$15 million
The H&M Foundation, the non-profit organization from the Swedish fashion giant, has given 15.4 million dollars to the Fashion ReModel, a demonstration project that seeks to offer viable commercial alternatives to producing new garments by showcasing how revenue can be generated through rental, repair, resale, and remake models. A philanthropic...
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