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Under Armour joins US Cotton Trust Protocol

Under Armour has joined the US Cotton Trust Protocol, taking a step forward in efforts to improve transparency and responsibility in cotton sourcing. Through the membership, the sportswear brand will gain access to verified, field-level data on key environmental metrics, including water use, greenhouse gas emissions, soil health and land use....

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Innovative Eyewear reports record sales growth for first quarter 2026

US-based smart eyewear developer Innovative Eyewear has announced preliminary unaudited sales results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. The company, which manufactures products under the Lucyd, Reebok, Nautica, and Eddie Bauer brands, achieved preliminary first quarter (Q1) sales of approximately 0.81 million dollars. This figure...

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Ski: Rossignol capitalises on strong winter to boost sales

Paris, France – April 22, 2026 (AFP) – Ski equipment manufacturer Rossignol has improved its sales for the 2025/2026 season, following two difficult winters. The brand announced on Wednesday that the increase was due to strong visitor numbers at ski resorts. For its financial year ending March 31, the French group achieved a turnover of 346...

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Denim Première Vision returns to Milan on May 20 and 21

The upcoming edition of Denim Première Vision will focus on new talent through a partnership with Istituto Marangoni. The event is scheduled for May 20 and 21 at Superstudio Più in Milan's Via Tortona. Two months after the passing of Adriano Goldschmied, a constant presence at the trade show, the event will dedicate a tribute to the “godfather...

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Fashion takes over Design Week as brands blur the line between runway and room

The crossover between fashion and the home is nothing new. From Hermès blankets to Missoni towels and Versace ceramics, luxury brands have long extended their identities beyond clothing. But at this year's Milan Design Week, running alongside the 64th edition of Salone del Mobile, that crossover has reached a new level of ambition, and...

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Puma establishes new wholesale management role

The Herzogenaurach-based sportswear company has appointed Bertrand Blanc to the newly created role of vice president global wholesale. Blanc will take up his new position effective May 1, Puma announced on Wednesday. He will report directly to chief commercial officer (CCO) Matthias Baeumer and will be responsible for developing and implementing...

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080 Barcelona Fashion: key trends and highlights from the 37th edition

Barcelona has once again asserted its position as one of the most interesting hubs for independent design. The 37th edition of 080 Barcelona Fashion, held between April 14 and 17, once again transformed the city into a space of convergence for creativity, fashion and the plurality of identities that define it. The event's move from its...

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AI in Italy: Examining employment impacts, training styles and skill gaps

A new report by Anitec-Assinform and the Polytechnic University of Turin highlights how artificial intelligence is reshaping skills, work organisation and training systems across Italian companies. According to the study, the Italian AI market is expected to grow significantly, reaching 1.24 billion euros in 2025, up from 935 million euros in...

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Sperry continues relaunch with European distribution partnership

Footwear label Sperry is continuing its relaunch in Europe through a new partnership with Dubois, which has been appointed as the “regional engine” by the US brand’s parent company Authentic Brands Group. Following a “high-impact” return to the UK and Ireland markets, Sperry has now set its sights on mainland Europe, specifically the Benelux and...

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Video: Ghiaia Cashmere is bridging LA style with Italian craftsmanship

Mr Porter is proud to feature Ghiaia Cashmere, the distinguished knitwear label that seamlessly bridges the casual, sun-drenched aesthetic of Los Angeles with the unparalleled heritage and artisanal mastery of Italy. This unique transatlantic perspective allows the brand to redefine luxury menswear, specifically through its commitment to...

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Innovation and visibility for emerging designers at Meet Fashion Talent

‘Meet Fashion Talent’ has reinforced the Region of Murcia as a platform for emerging fashion talent following the successful first edition held on April 18 at the Auditorio y Centro de Congresos Víctor Villegas. Organised by the regional Ministry of Tourism, Culture, Youth and Sports through the Instituto de las Industrias Culturales y las...

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Tailored Brands files for confidential IPO submission

US menswear retailer Tailored Brands has announced the confidential submission of a proposed initial public offering (IPO) of its common stock. The group, which operates as an omnichannel specialty retailer, has not yet determined the number of shares to be offered or the price range for the proposed transaction. The completion of the IPO...