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Published September 1, 2025 While the end of de minimis tariff exemptions for exports to the US are expected to hit Asian manufacturing countries hard, a new study of search traffic shows that UK businesses are worried too. The move will impact online fashion retailers, marketplace sellers and direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands. Shutterstock The change to the […]

Published September 1, 2025 Topshop and Topman have arrived in central London department store Liberty and while the dedicated space has been made over in the Topshop style, it still looks very different from the Topshop of old. Gone are the slightly overcrowded rails and organised chaos that used to characterise its Oxford Circus flagship

Published September 1, 2025 On September 1, the American eyewear brand Oliver Peoples will inaugurate its very first location in France. The premium label, born in Los Angeles in 1987, has chosen the capital’s chic 1st arrondissement for this site, at 316, rue Saint-Honoré. Taking the place of Stone Island, the vintage-style brand has set

Published September 1, 2025 This fall, Ba&sh is revisiting the aesthetics of the Swinging Sixties with a collection that draws on the energy of this mythical decade. Founders Barbara Boccara and Sharon Krief chose Abby Champion as their muse, described as “a woman of her time, committed, spontaneous, luminous.” The American model, a rising figure

Published September 1, 2025 Polopiqué and StampDyeing – Tinturaria, Estamparia e Finamentos, located in Guimarães, Santo Tirso, and Vila Nova de Famalicão, are announcing the suspension of some of their production units in Portugal. The Polopiqué group alone, which exports to more than 47 countries around the world, with important markets in Angola, Brazil, the

Published September 1, 2025 U.S. footwear brand Crocs Inc. announced on Friday the appointment of Patraic Reagan to the role of executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective September 22. Patraic Reagan – SharkNinja He replaces Susan Healy, who resigned from her position as CFO on August 28, effective immediately. Reagan will lead the company’s financial

By Bloomberg Published August 31, 2025 Bernard Arnault is pressing ahead with two major developments on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills, tightening his grip on one of the world’s most exclusive retail corridors.  See catwalkLouis Vuitton – Spring-Summer2026 – Menswear – France – Paris – ©Launchmetrics/spotlight Arnault’s luxury conglomerate, LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE,

Published August 31, 2025 Luxury houses are leaning into celebrity power this season, unveiling campaigns that blend cinematic storytelling with global icons. From Miley Cyrus stripped back for Maison Margiela to Gisele Bündchen for Elisabetta Franchi, brands are spotlighting talent to amplify heritage and connect with consumers across key markets. Maison Margiela Maison Margiela introduces

By Bloomberg Published August 31, 2025 Indian businesses are looking to expand production in Africa for exporting to the US, after President Donald Trump hit the South Asian nation with one of the steepest levies globally as punishment for purchases of Russian oil. Bloomberg Gap Inc. supplier Gokaldas Exports Ltd. and premium garments maker Raymond

Published August 31, 2025 News of big behind-the-scenes boardroom activity at Frasers Group with the appointment of  a new chairman from Monday (1 September), a new key board appointment and the departure of three non-execs ahead of its upcoming AGM. And for good measure, there are remuneration issues for its chief executive. First, its long-standing