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Tendam and UDIT publish pioneering study on the carbon footprint of fashion e-commerce

Fashion group Tendam and the University of Design, Innovation and Technology (UDIT) have released a pioneering study analysing the consumer carbon footprint of fashion e-commerce, offering new data-driven insights into the environmental impact of online shopping in the sector. Titled Consumer Carbon Footprint of Fashion E-Commerce, the research...

Culture

Exhibition in Venice explores Japanese menswear elegance

The exhibition "Men's kimono: Weaves of life, a story of style" opened in Venice on December 5. Curated by Silvia Vesco and Lydia Manavello, it will run until April 4, 2026, at the Museo di Palazzo Mocenigo, Study Centre for the History of Textiles, Costume and Perfume. Museum opens a window onto the little-explored field of Japanese menswear...

Fashion

Amity School of Fashion Technology hosts international conference on fashion, apparel & textiles

The Amity School of Fashion Technology recently held an International Conference on Fashion, Apparel & Textiles, bringing together academics, industry experts and students to discuss current trends and future directions in the global fashion and textile sectors. The event featured presentations, panel discussions, and networking opportunities...

Fashion

Submissions open for 2026 LVMH Prize for young fashion designers

The LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers has opened for submissions, inviting emerging creatives from around the world to enter the 13th edition of the global competition. Designers aged 18–40 who have produced at least two ready-to-wear collections — whether womenswear, menswear or gender-less — can apply online before the 11 January 2026...

Fashion

ESMOD blends craftsmanship and technology in modern fashion education

ESMOD, the historic French fashion school founded in 1841, is modernising its education model by integrating traditional craftsmanship with cutting‑edge digital tools to prepare students for evolving careers in fashion design and business, according to an article published on Business of Fashion. Ranked among the world’s top five international...

Fashion

Dentsu highlights digital fashion education collaboration with Roblox and Bunka Fashion College

Japanese advertising and innovation firm Dentsu Group has showcased a collaborative project that bridges physical and digital fashion education, developed with Bunka Fashion College and immersive social platform Roblox. The initiative is part of Dentsu’s efforts to support future creative talent through its House of Creators programme, offering...

Fashion

Istituto Marangoni launches AI-themed upskilling courses for fashion professionals

Istituto Marangoni has introduced a suite of AI-focused upskilling courses designed to help fashion, beauty and design professionals adapt to rapid digital transformation in the industry. The initiative responds to growing demand for AI competencies in creative sectors, with training covering generative AI, digital design tools and advanced...

Fashion

Taiwan International Student Design Competition celebrates 2025 winners

The 2025 Taiwan International Student Design Competition (TISDC) held its award ceremony this week, recognising 76 winning works selected from a record 16,329 submissions representing 1,029 schools across 73 countries and regions. Organised by Taiwan’s Ministry of Education and executed by National Taiwan University of Science and Technology...

Fashion

Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week confirms 2025 return in Lagos

Nigerian Student Fashion and Design Week (NSFDW) has announced the return of its ninth edition, set to take place on 20 December 2025 at GAC Motors, Victoria Island. Positioned during Lagos’ popular “Detty December” season, the event will spotlight emerging designers and celebrate the intersection of youth culture, creativity and fashion....

Fashion

Istituto Marangoni marks 90th anniversary with “Creative State of Mind” campaign

Istituto Marangoni is celebrating its 90th anniversary with a global campaign built around the slogan “Creative State of Mind,” created by Italian digital artist Pietro Terzini. The phrase reflects the school’s commitment to nurturing creativity across fashion, design and the arts. Terzini describes the concept as a universal “passport” to the...

Fashion

Mango Partners with UNHCR to support university scholarships for young refugees

Mango has formalised a new partnership with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, to support access to higher education for young refugees through the DAFI scholarship programme. The collaboration, running from 2025 to 2027, marks the first time the company has joined UNHCR on an educational initiative. Under the agreement, Mango will help fund...

Fashion

Ravensbourne University launches executive programme focused on experiential luxury

Ravensbourne University London, together with the academic platform In Pursuit of Luxury (IPOL), has announced a new executive education course designed to explore how craftsmanship, culture and innovation shape today’s luxury industry. The Certificate in Experiential Luxury is structured around three intensive modules held in London, Zurich and...