Articles by Diane Vanderschelden
Diane Vanderschelden is a Business Editor for FashionUnited France and UK. She covers the latest economic, financial, and regulatory news shaping the fashion industry. With a keen interest in international dynamics, she focuses on the economic, social, and cultural factors influencing different regions, particularly Asia and Europe, where she has lived for several years.
Summer in Saint-Tropez: When the fashion industry makes the Gulf go round
An idyllic setting, the Mediterranean glistening under the summer sun, and an unparalleled vibrancy enliven the narrow streets of the village. Every year, Saint-Tropez is not content with simply being a dream destination. It transforms into an experiential incubator for the biggest luxury houses. This summer vibrancy also raises questions. How...
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Plus-size revolution: When fashion adapts to body diversity
The global plus-size clothing market is crossing a new threshold of global consolidation. Valued at 314.5 billion dollars in 2024, it could reach 375.7 billion dollars by 2030, according to the latest forecasts from Research and Markets. This growth, estimated at 3 percent per year, reflects a profound shift in societal expectations, business...
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Asia holds the thread: Regional textile powers reinvent strategies amid global slowdown
While 2024-2025 financial results show a slowdown in consumption in several Asian countries – particularly for luxury groups like LVMH – the global textile sector continues to rely on the region. Several indicators from the first half of 2025 confirm Asia’s central role in global value chains. Between export growth, structural adjustments,...
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Swimwear market rides a wave of growth in 2025
The global luxury swimwear market is experiencing notable growth this year, driven by renewed consumer interest in holiday attire. According to exclusive data from the Joor platform, sales increased by 14 percent in the first half of 2025. This performance is explained by a 4 percent rise in volumes sold and a 15 percent increase in the weighted...
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Report: Warp knitting machine market to reach 4.5 billion dollars by 2032
The global warp knitting machine market is expected to experience strong growth in the coming years. According to an article published on July 15, 2025 by Knitting Trade Journal (“Strong growth predicted for warp knitting machine market”, Haydn Davis), this market could reach 4.5 billion US dollars by 2032. This impressive figure is not limited...
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Family office invests in Balibaris to write new chapter
"A new chapter is opening for Balibaris," announced Paul Szczerba, president of Balibaris, in a message published on LinkedIn on Tuesday, July 1. The French menswear brand, with its Parisian elegance, formalises the entry of a French family office into its capital. Behind this discreet but eminently strategic operation, founder Szczerba confirms...
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Middle East tensions: What will be the impact on fashion’s supply chain?
As military tensions escalated between Israel and Iran, global trade held its breath. At the heart of concerns was the Strait of Hormuz, the strategic maritime corridor through which nearly one-third of the world's oil passes. If this passage were to be blocked or seriously disrupted, the repercussions would not be limited to energy markets. The...
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