Articles by FashionUnited
Shein trades 22% below IPO price three weeks after Hong Kong listing
China-founded, Singapore-headquartered fast fashion retailer Shein was changing hands at 37.80 Hong Kong dollars on September 21, 2026, about 22 percent below the 48.56 Hong Kong dollars it charged investors three weeks earlier. Whether the listing counts as a success depends on who is measuring. Shein raised 13.6 billion Hong Kong dollars and...
BusinessMemberloading...
Design Eyewear Group strengthens its French sales division
Eyewear specialist Design Eyewear Group is reorganising its French division. The company announced on Monday the appointments of Philippe Berthoux as sales director for France and Romain Terrollion as key account manager for France. To optimise its support for strategic partners, the group appointed Romain Terrollion in March 2026, according to...
Peopleloading...
On enters football market with Kylian Mbappé
Swiss sportswear manufacturer On is expanding its range to include the football category, launching it together with French world champion Kylian Mbappé. Mbappé will support product development from the outset and test future football boots and apparel together with the product teams, On announced on Friday. He will also become a global brand...
Fashionloading...
MCM and Luar unveil collaborative leather bag during NYFW
MCM and New York-based label Luar have collaborated on a bag unveiled during New York Fashion Week in celebration of MCM's 50th anniversary. The style, named the Anima MCM x Luar Leather Drawstring, was unveiled during Luar's spring/summer 2027 show earlier this week. Luar founder Raul Lopez combined elements from six bag models from the MCM...
Fashionloading...
Video: Hermès details the strategic role of retail managers in latest docuseries episode
French luxury house Hermès has released a new installment in its 13-episode video series, offering fashion professionals and students an inside look at the daily operations and internal culture of the heritage brand. The latest episode centers on the strategic responsibilities of the company's store and department managers. Featuring insights...
Videoloading...
The Independents announces integration of production studio Smuggler
Global communications group The Independents announced on Wednesday the integration of Smuggler, an international creative and production studio, into its network. Founded by Patrick Milling-Smith and Brian Carmody, the production entity has offices in Los Angeles, New York and London. This move strengthens the group's expertise in strategic...
BusinessMemberloading...
Kering announces appointment of Sophie Maddaloni as general secretary
Luxury group Kering has announced the appointment of Sophie Maddaloni as general secretary, effective immediately from September 15, 2026. Based in Paris, she joins the company's executive committee and will report directly to Jean-Marc Duplaix, in his capacity as chief operating officer. According to a statement sent to FashionUnited, Sophie...
Peopleloading...
Fashion's first half of 2026: records and a widening gap
Over 450 FashionUnited business articles spanning the half-year reporting season, published until Monday, describe an industry that is cautiously upbeat but sharply divided. In six out of 10 reports, companies described rising sales or improving profits, and that majority widened from July into August as second-quarter figures came in. More...
BusinessMemberloading...
Manifattura Mario Colombo: Colmar owner appoints new board of directors
In September 2026, the general shareholders' meeting of Manifattura Mario Colombo & C. SpA approved the composition of its new board of directors. The reorganisation of the group, owner of the Colmar brand, follows the death of former chairman, Mario Colombo, in April. Structured managerial continuity The new governance structure is designed to...
Peopleloading...
Video: exploring the booming market and craftsmanship behind premium japanese denim
The Wall Street Journal has released an insightful feature exploring the global market for luxury Japanese denim, a niche segment where garments regularly command $500 or more. Highly relevant for fashion students, designers, and supply chain professionals, the report provides a comprehensive overview of how Japan transitioned from repurposing...
Videoloading...