Marketplaces are hot right now and the latest to jump in is H&M Group’s Weekday, which has “officially transform[ed] into a creative multi-space destination”. That doesn’t mean it’s transforming into a destination buy tens or even hundreds of labels as is the case with many marketplaces. Instead, it’s “welcoming Monki under its roof alongside Cheap…
By AFP Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published May 27, 2025 “At Saint James, we need clear rules.” At the headquarters of French fashion label Saint James, based in Manche, Normandy, management is calling for greater stability amid ongoing trade discussions between the European Union and the United States over import tariffs. Image of the…
Adena Brands, the owner of Monsoon and Accessorize, has filed its accounts for the year to the end of August and revealed a loss for the period as consumer demand weakened and it faced major wage inflation. Monsoon The company said that sales fell 11% and it made a pre-exceptional EBITDA loss of £2.4 million…
Translated by Nicola Mira Published May 26, 2025 Canada Goose, which manufactures nearly three quarters of its products in Canada, considers the current global tariff crisis as an opportunity. The brand, a specialist in parkas and outerwear for Arctic conditions, has reported results for fiscal 2024-25, closed on March 30, on par with the previous…
Four weeks after Dsquared2 had announced the peremptory ending of their long-term license with Staff International, who then sued them back, the two sides have called truce on the seemingly bitter dispute. See catwalkDsquared2 – Fall-Winter2025 – 2026 – Womenswear – Italie – Milan – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight “Dsquared2 Group and Staff International announce a strategic agreement to…
Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published May 26, 2025 Change at the top for the Schwan-Stabilo Group, which is redesigning its leadership structure with the appointment of Michele Molon as Group CEO, effective Oct. 1. The manager has more than 25 years of international experience in leadership roles, gained in both listed and family-owned companies,…
By AFP Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published May 26, 2025 Makeup, hair, brand ambassadors, red carpet—behind the glamour of Cannes lies a well-oiled business machine. For L’Oréal Paris, a partner for 28 years, the film festival delivers powerful returns in brand image and global sales. Alia Bhatt for L’Oréal Paris – L’Oréal Paris L’Oréal…
By Reuters Published May 24, 2025 EU antitrust regulators have widened their investigation into Visa and Mastercard’s fees as they seek feedback from terminal providers and payments companies that could lead to charges of anti-competitive practices, according to a European Commission document seen by Reuters. Reuters A new questionnaire was sent after a similar one…
By Reuters Published May 23, 2025 European luxury stocks declined sharply on Friday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement recommending a 50% tariff on European Union goods, set to take effect on June 1. Trump’s tariffs hit European luxury industry, shares tank – Reuters The luxury sector—which includes handbags, shoes, fashion goods, and champagne—relies heavily…
Next month’s Paris menswear catwalk season will welcome back Saint Laurent along with five other key labels. In a week, we will also see the debut of hot newcomer Kartik Research. The next Paris menswear season runs from Tuesday, June 24, until Sunday, June 29. Models walk in Kartik Research’s Spring/Summer 2025 presentation during Paris Fashion…