No Sesso reaches east coast consumers with NYFW
LA-based unisex brand No Sesso might be a newcomer to the New York Fashion Week runway, but it is no stranger to exciting its consumer. Founded by young California-based designer Pierre Davis in 2015, No Sesso has a clear brand mission: disregarding societal notions of gender and embracing individual, independent thought. While some visual artists…
Alexa Chung collaborates with JuJu
Alexa Chung has launched her playful jellied heels as seen at her London Fashion Week spring/summer 2019 catwalk show in a collaboration with JuJu, the original creators of The British Jelly Shoe. The British designer is bringing a touch of nostalgia to its spring/summer collection with two playful yet “grown-up” styles of jelly shoes, one…
In Pictures: Hong Kong Fashion Week kicks off
The 50th edition Hong Kong Fashion Week started on Monday, showcasing 2019 Fall/Winter collections of three local designer labels: Yeung Chin, Phenotypsetter and Alee Lee. The eclectic shows of their brands took place as part of the Fashionally presentations that continued on Tuesday. The four-day event, organized by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, will…
How the Netherlands revived its education of craft tailoring
Back in 2011, the Dutch National Opera & Ballet had a problem: it couldn’t find any local talent when looking for high-quality tailors. This realisation gave birth to Meesteropleiding Coupeur, a private school with a goal to revive the craft of tailoring. And so far it looks like it’s been successful, with past graduates having…
In pictures: Quiz launches its biggest occasion wear collection to date
Omni-channel fast-fashion brand Quiz has announced the launch of its biggest ever collection of occasion wear, called ‘L.A. Luxe’. The collection features over 60 new occasion wear styles, covering a range of clothing suitable for marriages, proms, race days and black tie events, and covers the latest styles from luxe lace, glam embellishments, floral prints,…
Nike named the nation’s favourite trainer brand
A new study by The Sole Supplier has found that Nike was the most popular trainer brand in the UK in 2018, and that Manchester is the official ‘Sneaker Capital’ of the UK, with the most trainer-obsessed consumers. The Sole Supplier, the UK’s hub for casual footwear, analysed search traffic and found that 19 of…
Patagonia on track to be carbon neutral by 2025
Patagonia has underscored its commitment to be carbon neutral by 2025 when the company will have a fully sustainable production cycle. The news was confirmed by Patagonia ceo Rose Marcario at the 2019 edition of the America’s National Retail Federation’s annual Big Show & Expo. Marcario stated Patagonia’s suppliers responded positively to the new standards…
Paris men’s fashion week moves away from co-ed shows
Milan men’s fashion week may be well under way, but it is Paris, the blockbuster of global men’s weeks, which this season will capture the grand share of attention. To start, the buzz of co-ed shows is no longer buzzing. Yes, Gucci, Burberry, Coach and Bottega Veneta may still be doing it, but Paris will…
Radical transparency: How much do you know?
Test your knowledge on the challenges and innovative solutions surrounding radical transparency with this fun, interactive test. powered by Typeform Source: McKinsey, Business of Fashion
Spyder makes a comeback during Milan Fashion Week: Men’s
Men’s luxury brand Spyder has made a triumphant return to Milan Fashion Week: Men’s this season under the guide of new creative director Christopher Bevans. Bevans was formerly the designer for music superstars Kanye West and Pharrell. With hip-hop’s continued influence on fashion, Bevans was an excellent choice to usher Spyder into a new era.…