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.
Wrangler partners with State for back-to-school collection
Denim brand Wrangler has partnered with State Bags, a family bag brand, to launch a collection of bags. Launching in time for the back-to-school season, the Wrangler x State collection includes ten pieces. The collaboration underscores Wrangler’s strategic focus on expanding its children’s wear category, building on the momentum of recent...
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Brightplus raises 2 million euros to scale innovative textile coating process
Finnish green-tech materials company Brightplus has successfully raised 2 million euros in funding to accelerate the growth, development, and industrial scaling of its high-performance, recyclable, bio-based textile coatings. The funding round was led by impact investor Collateral of Good, and co-led by Nordic Butterfly Ventures, with additional...
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Lainey Wilson to launch collection with The Jewelry Group
Award-winning country music artist Lainey Wilson has partnered with The Jewelry Group, Inc. to develop a signature collection under the name the Lainey Wilson Jewelry Collection. The new partnership sees The Jewelry Group act as a licensing agent for the design, development, and distribution of the collection. Leveraging The Jewelry Group's...
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Dita launches limited-edition sunglasses inspired by Elvis Presley & Marilyn Monroe
Luxury eyewear brand Dita has launched not one, but two commemorative sunglasses that celebrate and honor the enduring style legacies of Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe. Launched in time for what would have been Elvis Presley's 90th birthday and the late Marilyn's centennial, the frames, the Elvis-inspired Grand-Decade, and the Marilyn MM.100...
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Florsheim to launch capsule collection with Horween Leather Company
Footwear brand Florsheim has partnered with Chicago-based Horween Leather Company to create a capsule collection for Fall/Winter 2025. The capsule collection sees Horween apply its premium Essex leather to traditional Florheim styles, creating a range of refined, timeless designs. Inspired by heritage design, the process of ageing leather, and...
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Lilly Pulitzer partners with Michael Kramer to design cottages for Nantucket Hotel & Resort
Fashion and lifestyle brand Lilly Pulitzer has partnered with New York City-based interior designer Michael Kramer, from Michael Tomas & Co., to design two private cottages at the iconic Nantucket Hotel & Resort. The collaboration sees Lilly Pulitzer working with Lee Jofa and Benjamin Moore, applying its new collection of fabrics and wall...
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Dow to close three upstream European assests
Dow, a leading material science company, is set to close three upstream assets in Europe in response to structural challenges it is currently facing in the region. The decision is a follow-up to the European asset actions first published in April 2025 and has been approved by the Board of Directors. The three assets that will shut down include...
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Paraiso Miami Swim Week generates over 75 million USD in economic impact
Paraiso Miami Swim Week, one of the leading organisers of Miami Swim Week, reportedly generated over 75 million US dollars at its 21st season. Taking place from May 28 to June 1, the event included more than 100 runway shows and 20 satellite events, attracting hundreds of buyers and editors from across the globe. In total, Paraiso Miami Swim...
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Magic, Project & Sourcing at Magic Las Vegas to reveal new ways to connect and scale at upcoming edition
Magic, Project, and Sourcing at Magic, the bi-annual fashion trade shows organized by Informa Markets, are set to return to the Las Vegas Convention Center with a sharpened and renewed focus on promoting retail growth. Taking place from August 18 to 20, the event is set to unite manufacturers, suppliers, brands, and buyers from across the globe...
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New investigation shines light on forced labour risks in Amazon seller supply chains
With Amazon Prime Days well underway and the online giant predicted to hit 23.8 billion US dollars this week, new research highlights the significant risks of forced labour hiding within Amazon sellers' supply chains. An investigation from human rights campaign organization Labour Behind the Label traced fashion products from three UK-based...
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