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The State of Fashion 2026: Turbulence is the new normal

The annual State of Fashion report by global management consulting firm McKinsey & Company and BoF Insights, The Business of Fashion’s data and advisory team, has revealed that 46 percent of fashion executives expect industry conditions to worsen in 2026, an increase from 39 percent in last year’s report. The report, which reveals how changes in...

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SS26 trend: Designers use the bubble hem to create a fresh silhouette

Tracing the trend The bubble hem (also called the ‘balloon’ hem) has appeared several times throughout fashion history, including the ‘80s, when designers like Christian Lacroix, Yves Saint Laurent, and Ungaro revived it in taffeta cocktail dresses and skirts. It matched the decade’s love of bold, dramatic silhouettes and youthful glamour. But...

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StockX 2025 Trends: Asics remains market leader, football jerseys and coveted collabs dominate

The latest quarterly trend report by resale platform StockX has seen Asics retain the position of leading brand in the market. In ‘Big Facts: 2025 Trends’, which covers data over the quarter July 1 to September 30, as well as for the year to October, StockX said Asics’ growth continued, with quarterly sales for the footwear brand growing 45...

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Euromonitor: Key consumer trends for 2026

As they do every year, global research experts at Euromonitor International have used the institute's analytics to identify the key consumer trends for 2026. Four trends will dominate 2026: “Comfort Zone”, “Fiercely Unfiltered”, “Rewired Wellness” and “Next Asian Wave”, which expand on current trends. Here is an overview. Comfort zone This trend...

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No wash, no filter: Gen Z’s raw and real denim fix

A shift in the form of heritage, raw denim is re-emerging under the watch of a Gen-Z cohort that is guided by the thirst for directness, authenticity and self-expression. Against the backdrop of current multi-crisis, younger, brand-agnostic generations are pushing against fast trend cycles and by-passing marketing ploys to considerately work out...

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Beauty, guest designer and 'Motion': what Pitti Uomo 109 has to offer

Following Pitti Immagine's announcement of Soshi Otsuki and Hed Mayner as the first guest designers for Pitti Uomo, the trade fair organiser is now revealing the special project and further plans for the upcoming January edition. The trade fair will take place from January 13 to 16 at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence. During the 109th edition...

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Eyewear trends: Most fashionable styles for SS26

The spring/summer 2026 shows confirmed the creative power of sunglasses and opticals. The accessory has once again become the perfect canvas for personal expression, bringing a wide range of influences. From futuristic shapes and 70s accents to high-tech styles and “look-at-me” models, here are the five most creative eyewear styles for the...

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Video: Milan fashion week SS26 top 10 Spring/Summer trends

This captivating video delves into the most significant fashion trends unveiled at Milan Fashion Week 2026, offering an in-depth look at the top 10 Spring/Summer 2026 trends poised to shape and define the upcoming season. From the opulent collections of established luxury brands to the innovative creations of avant-garde and emerging designers,...

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SPFW N60 celebrates 30 years by championing Brazilian identity

On October 20, the 30th anniversary edition of São Paulo Fashion Week (SPFW) concluded with the Lino Villaventura show at the Pavilhão das Culturas Brasileiras in Ibirapuera Park, São Paulo. The venue, nicknamed PACUBRA, shared the spotlight with the Iguatemi Shopping theatre and several historic locations. These included the Mário de Andrade...

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Trends 2027: David Shah decodes the five key signals set to transform textiles

From October 22 to 24, 2025, the Palais des Festivals in Cannes hosts Mare di Moda, the leading European trade show for beachwear, lingerie and athleisure fabrics. Each year, this event attracts some of the continent's most innovative designers, manufacturers and design studios. Beyond the swimwear and innovative fibres, Mare di Moda also...

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Between upheaval and familiarity: 10 Key trends for SS26

The word “historic” was so prevalent this season that it almost felt like an unofficial headline hovering over the spring/summer 2026 collections. This was certainly justified, as a major reshuffle took place in the highest echelons of the fashion world. A total of 14 designers presented their debut collections as newly appointed creative...

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Shanghai Fashion Week SS26: Nostalgia, tradition and play on archetypes

A sense of nostalgia hung over the Shanghai fashion shows for the past two weeks. Designers often sought inspiration in the past, from the glamorous 1920s to deep-rooted Chinese aesthetics. They did not shy away from embellishments, exploring archetypes and connections to ballet and running. Nostalgia in muted colours Floral motifs and muted...