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Loewe unveils first campaign under new creative direction

Madrid – The new post-Jonathan Anderson Loewe continues to take shape with the presentation of the first campaign developed for the Spanish house by the American creative duo, Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez. Appointed as the brand's new creative directors last March 2025, they are now unveiling the codes intended to evolve the brand during...

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DDP prepares for its relaunch with Dutexdor group

The Dutexdor Group announced on Monday, February 16, 2026, a strategic partnership to relaunch the iconic French brand DDP through an exclusive licensing agreement. This collaboration aims to revitalize the cult 1990s label by expanding its footprint across France and Europe with comprehensive apparel, accessory, and luggage collections for men,...

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Inditex shares reach new all-time high amid strategic buyback and super bowl visibility

Madrid – Inditex shares experienced a volatile yet ultimately positive trajectory in early 2026, culminating in a historic week driven by strategic financial moves and a landmark cultural moment at the Super Bowl. New all-time high: Inditex hits 58 euros per share After an initial record-breaking start to the year in January, Inditex shares...

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Circulose reopens Sundsvall factory following strategic restructuring

Swedish textile innovator Circulose has announced the restart of its commercial-scale production plant in Ortviken, Sundsvall. The facility, which is the world’s first industrial-scale chemical textile recycling plant, is scheduled to resume the manufacture of its signature recycled pulp in the fourth quarter of 2026. The restart follows a...

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Retailers take note: modest fashion is here to stay

Modest fashion has transitioned from a niche market into a global powerhouse, with projections indicating it will reach 433 billion dollars by 2028. This evolution is no longer confined to the sidelines; it is currently reshaping mainstream fashion weeks and the strategies of the world’s most influential retailers. About the author: We are The...

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In 'an uncertain world', luxury groups wary of 2026

Paris (France) - Following a "turbulent" 2025 and in "an uncertain world", caution is the watchword for 2026 in the luxury sector, where major French groups have published mixed results. "The past year was 'turbulent economically and geopolitically (...) and 2026 will not be very simple either, but one thing at a time'," stated Bernard Arnault,...

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L'Oréal net profit drops 4.4 percent in 2025 due to currency effects and French tax

The French cosmetics giant L'Oréal announced on Thursday a 4.4 percent decrease in its net profit to 6.13 billion euros (7.27 billion dollars). This was penalised by currency effects and the exceptional surcharge imposed on large companies to restore French public finances. “This increasingly less exceptional tax on large companies (...) costs...

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Vinted: How dropshipping is blurring the promise of circularity

In less than a decade, Vinted has established itself as a go-to for millions of Europeans. However, behind the stated ideal of a shared wardrobe, a more ambiguous reality is emerging. Disguised commerce is taking hold, with new ultra-fast fashion stock saturating virtual wardrobes. This article analyses a system being tested by its own excesses....

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Inditex-backed Epoch Biodesign partners with Invista for recycled nylon 6,6

Madrid – British biotechnology company Epoch Biodesign, specialising in the enzymatic recycling of petroleum-derived plastic and textile waste, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Invista, one of the world's largest producers of nylon 6,6 and polypropylene and their derivatives. Primary goal of this alliance is to advance global...

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Katjes: Bogner majority owner appoints US influencer as creative director

US influencer and comedian Jake Shane has been appointed chief creative officer (CCO) at liquorice and fruit gum manufacturer Katjes. The company confirmed the appointment to the German Press Agency (DPA) on February 12, 2026, following an earlier report by Forbes magazine. In this newly created role, the 26-year-old Shane will be responsible...

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Yves Saint Laurent Onstage exhibition explores designer's performing arts passion

At the end of January, the Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech (museum entirely devoted to the work of fashion designer Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech, Morocco) launched the Yves Saint Laurent Onstage exhibition, dedicated to costumes and set designs for theatre, music hall, and ballet. The exhibition will be open until January 5, 2027. With...

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White Milano opens on February 26 with over 300 brands

Fashion is entering a renaissance—a period of renewal where the next chapters of the industry are still being written. In today’s shifting landscape, success depends on a razor-sharp focus on market shifts, consumer demands, and the emergence of fresh talent. “Thanks to our global scouting efforts, we have brought 130 new brands to the show, all...