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.…
Tom Ford opens New York Fashion Week, where stars are scarce
Star American designer Tom Ford has opened New York Fashion Week with his signature high-gloss swagger, but he is one of a dwindling number of heavyweights showing his stuff in the Big Apple. New York is the first stop in the world’s runway carnival that heads to Milan, London and Paris, but little by little,…
Tommy Hilfiger shares plans for 100 percent sustainable denim
Tommy Hilfiger is here to prove than an entirely sustainable denim sourcing and production chain is possible. The American brand has announced plans for a new line of 100 percent sustainable denim. Set to launch this spring, the new range will be crafted entirely from recycled materials – this includes both the cotton, the sewing…
Reebok’s PureMove Bra most awarded sports bra of 2018
Reebok is celebrating that its PureMove Bra, launched in August, has won six industry awards across fitness, lifestyle, technology and consumer-focused media, including Time magazine’s “Best Inventions of 2018” and Popular Science’s “Best of What’s New 2018”. That marks the first time a sports bra appears on both lists. The bra has also been praised…
Q&A: Remy Goddard – Joules Print Designer Award winner
British retailer Joules has a long standing tradition of supporting the next generation of designers, and as part of its celebration to mark its 30th anniversary this year, FashionUnited were given the opportunity to talk to the brand’s latest print design talent, Remy Goddard, who won the Joules Print Award at the 2018 New Designers,…