Oversized and blanket-style scarves are surging as a top accessory trend for autumn/winter 2023 collections. The runway shows featured exaggerated scarf proportions as both stylish and functional cold weather layering. From tartan…
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Dior Advances Sneaker Authenticity and Customer Experience with Digital Twin Integration
French fashion house Dior is pioneering the integration of digital twins in luxury retail with its newest B33 sneaker drop. Each of the 470 limited-edition pairs contains an NFC chip beneath the…
France Introduces Repair Bonus to Cut Clothing and Shoe Waste
In an effort to reduce clothing waste, France will launch a repair bonus from October 2023 to encourage fixing clothes and shoes rather than discarding them. Consumers will receive 7 euros for…
Fashion Brands Increasingly Venture Into Home Decor and Lifestyle as Market Booms
The growing lifestyle sector including home furnishings and decor continues attracting fashion brands looking to diversify. By becoming lifestyle companies versus just apparel labels, brands can increase customer loyalty and revenue opportunities….
Under Armour Launches First-Ever Women’s Football Boot Designed for Female Feet
Sportswear brand Under Armour has revealed its first ever football boot engineered specifically for the female foot – the new Women’s UA Magnetico Elite 3 FG. Developed through testing and feedback from…
Oritain Raises $57M to Advance Supply Chain Traceability in Fashion Using Forensic Science
New Zealand-based startup Oritain has raised $57 million to expand its forensic traceability technology that verifies the origins of products like food and textiles. The recent funding was led by Highland Europe…
Karine Augis Partners with Strategy & Distribution to Expand in Germany and Austria
French accessories brand Karine Augis has announced a new partnership with Strategy & Distribution to help expand its presence in key European markets. The distribution agency will represent Karine Augis in Germany,…
Vintage Show Founder Amy Abrams Named One of Fast Company’s Most Creative People
Amy Abrams, founder of the renowned Manhattan Vintage Show in New York City, has been recognized in Fast Company’s 2023 Most Creative People in Business list. Abrams was singled out for “retooling…
Coach Collaborates with Kirsten Dunst and Jessica Herschko on Handcrafted Capsule Collection
Luxury fashion house Coach has unveiled a new capsule collection designed in collaboration with actress Kirsten Dunst and LA-based artist Jessica Herschko of Observed By Us. The limited-edition Coach x Observed By…
Ralph Lauren Returning to New York Fashion Week After 4-Year Hiatus
Iconic American fashion house Ralph Lauren has revealed plans to return to the New York Fashion Week calendar this fall, signaling the end of a 4-year hiatus showing off-calendar. Ralph Lauren last…