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Barbie x Yoon Ahn: The business behind a billion-dollar icon

The new Barbie, a result of the collaboration between Mattel Creations and Yoon Ahn, creator of the brand Ambush, will be available from 4 September, 2026. Beyond being a collector's item, this edition illustrates Mattel's strategy to refresh Barbie's image and broaden the audience for its power brand. Yoon Ahn was a finalist for the 2017 LVMH...

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Shein IPO: why has the ultra-fast fashion leader accepted a 75 percent discount?

The traditional gong of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange sounded this Tuesday morning for a company that would have undoubtedly preferred a different tune. Shein debuted with a valuation of approximately 26.5 billion dollars, before its stock fell by almost 10 percent within the first few hours of trading. In 2022, private investors had valued the...

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Fashion

Glamourati, Kidult, Scandi-cool: Exploring the many faces of maximalism

This time, it is here to stay. Far from being a mere fleeting extravagance, maximalism is poised to become a core trend. Its expression is multifaceted and its purpose is rooted in our deep-seated need for personal expression. Designer Harris Reed explained this intimate approach in a 2025 column for The New York Times: “Maximalism as I see it...

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In Pictures: AW27/28 trends through the lens of Christine Boland

During the last trade shows (SS27), it was clear that some colours have secured their place. “Aubergine, for example, or yellow, which took a long time to catch on,” says Christine Boland in a video call with FashionUnited. Looking ahead to autumn/winter 2027/28, new colour movements are emerging. Retro shades like mustard and chartreuse will...

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