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Emerging designer Jon Liesenfeld's victory at Redress Design Award emphasizes waste reduction

German designer Jon Liesenfeld has won the 2026 Redress Design Award, an international competition focused on circular and sustainable fashion design. He was selected as the first-prize winner from eight finalists representing Germany, Hong Kong, mainland China, the UK, Austria and Israel. The finalists presented collections developed using...

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Catherine So joins Capri Holdings as chief legal and sustainability officer

Global fashion luxury group Capri Holdings has appointed Catherine So as chief legal and sustainability officer, effective October 19, 2026. So will report directly to John D. Idol, chairman and chief executive officer of Capri Holdings. So joins Capri Holdings from US jewellery brand Tiffany & Co., where she most recently served as senior vice...

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Nike adds Alexandre Arnault to board for digital transformation and growth

sports giant Nike has appointed Alexandre Arnault to its board of directors, effective immediately. Arnault currently serves as deputy chief executive officer of Moët Hennessy, the wines and spirits division of French luxury conglomerate LVMH, a position he has held since February 2025. “Alexandre has earned a reputation for helping iconic...

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JD.com appoints Zarina Kanji as director of European direct sourcing

Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has appointed Zarina Kanji as director of European direct sourcing, based in London. Kanji announced the appointment through a post on professional network LinkedIn. In her new role, she will lead the direct sourcing of European brands to expand sales to the platform’s active consumer base in China. Her primary...

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Dario Vitale is creative director of Emporio Armani and Giorgio Armani accessories

Dario Vitale, born in 1983, has been appointed creative director of Emporio Armani and Giorgio Armani accessories with immediate effect, the first to hold this role outside the Armani family. "The appointment of Dario Vitale marks an important milestone for the Armani Group. It is a choice that strengthens our creative organisation and confirms...

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Hugo Boss: Frasers CEO Michael Murray is new chairman of the supervisory board

British major shareholder Frasers Group Plc has once again asserted its influence at the Metzingen-based fashion group Hugo Boss AG. On Wednesday, the clothing company announced that Michael Murray was elected as the new chairman of the supervisory board on Tuesday. His predecessor, Stephan Sturm, announced his resignation a few days ago. Murray...

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Textile Exchange appoints Jeremy Town as chief financial officer

US non-profit organisation Textile Exchange has announced the appointment of Jeremy Town as its new chief financial officer (CFO). As part of the senior leadership team, Town will oversee and maintain the financial health of the organisation, setting a strategic direction for its financial planning to support long-term growth and impact. Town...

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Kering announces appointment of Sophie Maddaloni as general secretary

Luxury group Kering has announced the appointment of Sophie Maddaloni as general secretary, effective immediately from September 15, 2026. Based in Paris, she joins the company's executive committee and will report directly to Jean-Marc Duplaix, in his capacity as chief operating officer. According to a statement sent to FashionUnited, Sophie...

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WGACA appoints Rachel Zoe to lead style direction

US pre-owned luxury retailer What Goes Around Comes Around (WGACA) has named Rachel Zoe as its new style director. In her new role, Zoe will bring her perspective on vintage and fashion to seasonal collections, styling, special projects and events throughout the year. “Rachel has been part of the WGACA story for decades, and she understands this...

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Kirsten Green joins Gap board, bringing venture capital expertise

US specialty apparel retailer Gap Inc. has appointed Kirsten Green to its board of directors, effective immediately. Green is the founder and managing partner of US venture capital firm Forerunner. Since launching the firm in 2012, she has led investments in over 100 early-stage to scaling companies, including Warby Parker, Dollar Shave Club and...

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Lycra appoints Hua Du as CEO months after Chapter 11 exit

The Lycra Company has appointed Hua Du as its new chief executive officer, effective on Monday. The announcement comes almost six months after the company filed for Chapter 11 in March and exited two months later. Du succeeds Dean Williams, who served as interim chief executive officer and will continue in his role as chief financial officer. “...

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Jigsaw hires Victoria Beckham's first employee as design director

Jigsaw has appointed Melanie Walker as design director, bringing in a designer who spent nearly a decade building Victoria Beckham's ready-to-wear business to lead product and creative direction through the next phase of its turnaround. The appointment lands a day after the brand reported an 18 percent year-on-year sales increase for...