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Marimekko and Casetify announce limited-edition tech accessory collection

Finnish lifestyle design house Marimekko and Hong Kong-based tech accessory brand Casetify have announced a collaborative collection set to launch on May 18, 2026. The partnership integrates the heritage of Finnish printmaking with a range of modern lifestyle accessories. The assortment features four distinct Marimekko prints, highlighting the...

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Luisa Via Roma: takeover process to be concluded swiftly

The dispute surrounding Luisa Via Roma may be reaching a turning point. A meeting held on Thursday in the Tuscany region to address the conflict at the Florentine fashion company concluded satisfactorily. New owners commit to taking on entire Luisa Via Roma workforce “The most important news is that representatives of the investors were at the...

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SMCP appoints Linda Li as president and CEO for North America

French accessible luxury group SMCP has announced the appointment of Linda Li as president and chief executive officer (CEO) for North America. Li succeeds Ida Simonsen, who has decided to depart the company to pursue other opportunities. The group expressed its gratitude to Simonsen for her contributions to the development of North American...

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Video: Understanding Calvin Klein's influence on 90s style

Calvin Klein's fashion in the '90s championed clean lines, neutral color palettes—dominated by black, white, gray, and beige—and simple silhouettes. This emphasis on minimalism stripped away ornamentation, placing the focus instead on the quality of the fabric, the cut of the garment, and the wearer's natural form. Key pieces included slip...

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Outlook: Zalando expects growth at start of year

Online retailer Zalando is set to present its figures for the first quarter this Wednesday, May 6. What the company expects: Zalando has set its sights on increased revenue and profit for 2026, also leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI). For the current year, management is targeting growth in Gross Merchandise Volume (GMV) and revenue of 12 to...

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'Devil Wears Prada 2' takes top spot in N. America box office

"The Devil Wears Prada 2" debuted atop the North American box office this weekend, industry estimates showed Sunday, 20 years after the hit original took audiences inside the cutthroat world of haute couture. The sequel sees Anne Hathaway's character return to work under tyrannical editor Miranda Priestly, portrayed again by Meryl Streep, as...

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World Retail Congress: Coolest stores of 2026

Last week at the World Retail Congress (WRC), top executives from major brands and experts have been intensively discussing the future of retail. The influence of artificial intelligence on the industry was a particularly prominent topic. The agenda in Berlin also included a look at the year's “coolest stores”. “The current discussion in retail...

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Spanish menswear brand Williot grows by +25 per cent

The Spanish menswear brand Williot has closed the 2025 financial year with a turnover exceeding 2.5 million euros, representing a growth of +25 percent compared to the previous year. This progress confirms the consistency of a business model that has successfully scaled while maintaining its strategic focus on growth without sacrificing brand...

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Video: Chanel's Cruise 26/27 collection blurs lines between day and evening wear

The little black dress, an enduring icon of effortless elegance and sophistication, continues its vibrant reinvention season after season. It remains a foundational piece, but its current iteration is defined by a bold and dynamic fluidity that transcends traditional boundaries. This collection, in particular, speaks to a spirit of duality and...

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Denim Première Vision expands educational focus ahead of Milan return

Denim Première Vision will return to Milan’s Superstudio Più on May 20 and 21, 2026, marking the ninth Milan edition of the international denim trade event. Held under the patronage of the Municipality of Milan, the show will bring together more than 60 exhibitors from across the global denim supply chain, with strong participation from Italy...

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Harlem's Fashion Row and H&M discuss future of sustainable fashion

Harlem's Fashion Row and H&M hosted the 2026 Sustainability Forum on Earth Day, bringing together designers, executives and sustainability advocates to discuss how environmental goals and inclusion can shape the future of fashion. Held on April 22, the event focused on sustainability as both an ecological and social issue. Opening remarks from...

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GameStop proposes $56 billion takeover of eBay to rival Amazon

US video game retailer GameStop made a takeover bid on Sunday to buy eBay for about $55.5 billion in an attempt to turn the online marketplace into a competitor to e-commerce giant Amazon. Gamestop is offering $125 per share in a combination of stock and cash, a 46 percent premium over the average stock price since it began acquiring shares in...