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New German textile law aims to address fast fashion waste crisis

Fast fashion is creating growing disposal problems in Germany. Consequently, environment minister Carsten Schneider (SPD) plans to hold manufacturers more accountable by requiring them to contribute to the disposal costs of used clothing. This initiative is a response to the issue of overfilled clothing donation bins, which are predominantly...

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At Pitti, Shinyakozuka tells the story of the lost glove

At the latest Pitti Uomo, Japanese designer Shinyakozuka turned the Florentine runway into a poignant winter scene centered on the story of a lost glove. As models traversed a floor blanketed in artificial snow, the collection mirrored the quiet chaos of a winter storm. Snowfall was captured through intricate prints, patterns, and scattered...

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Hed Mayner arrives in Florence

Departing from his usual schedule in Paris, designer Hed Mayner arrived at Florence’s Santa Maria Novella station—just a stone's throw from the heart of the Pitti Uomo trade fair. This season, the menswear fair’s guest designer chose a location that mirrored his creative vision. Embodying the event’s central theme, “Motion,” Mayner invited...

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Chiara Ferragni acquitted in Pandoro and Easter Eggs charity case

Italian influencer Chiara Ferragni has been acquitted at the end of the summary trial concerning the well-known cases of the Pandoro Pink Christmas and the Easter eggs charity promotions. The decision was made by Ilio Mannucci Pacini, the judge of the third criminal section of Milan, according to a report from the Italian news agency Ansa. The...

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Brunello Cucinelli backs new Saks Global leadership amid Chapter 11 filing

While attending the second day of Pitti Uomo in Florence, following what he described as a "very, very interesting" opening, Brunello Cucinelli shared his enthusiasm for the leadership transition at the newly formed Saks Global. "We were delighted to learn this morning that our highly esteemed Geoffroy van Raemdonck has been appointed CEO of...

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“We want to invest in French industrial workshops,” Gilles Lasbordes (HModa France)

The Italian industrial group HModa has recently established a structure in France. It includes a showroom, a leather goods workshop, a client reception area and a training facility. Gilles Lasbordes, managing director for France, outlines its ambitions: targeted investments in independent workshops, prototyping at the Aubervilliers premises and...

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Andrea Rigogliosi named new CEO of Diesel

Diesel has appointed a new chief executive officer (CEO), reports Vogue Business. Andrea Rigogliosi was tipped for the top role at the Italian brand in autumn 2025, and his position has now reportedly been confirmed. Parent company OTB has not yet released a statement regarding the appointment. Rigogliosi is the brand's first CEO since Eraldo...

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Groupe RAS: a French independent's strategy to compete with sneaker giants

French footwear specialist Groupe RAS (Rautureau Apple Shoes), the owner of brands No Name, Schmoove and Armistice, is entering a new phase in its history, driven by a complementary management duo. Propelled by international acceleration and a diversification into apparel, the company is now organising itself as a “creative start-up” to...

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French government appeals rejection of Shein website suspension

The appeal hearing regarding the state's request to temporarily block the Shein website in France is scheduled for February 5. This follows the initial rejection of the case. The office of the minister of commerce, Serge Papin, confirmed the date to AFP on Tuesday. On December 19, the Paris judicial court rejected the suspension request, deeming...

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Pitti Uomo: menswear trade fair navigates travel challenges with positive start

Pitti Uomo remains “in motion”. The theme of the 109th edition, “Motion”, seemed to encourage visitors on the very first day of the Italian menswear trade fair. They were keen to discover the latest highlights from the autumn/winter 2026 collections. The exhibition features over 750 brands, nearly half of which are international. Attendees can...

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Reports: Giambattista Valli at risk of closure

The Giambattista Valli, an Italian-French fashion brand is reportedly facing a complex period that could lead to its closure. According to reports from Italian daily newspaper Il Foglio, this is due to debts far exceeding the label's turnover. “We do not know if we will make it to spring,” a company executive told the newspaper founded by...

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Kenny Wilson takes over as interim CEO at K-Way following Luca Lo Curzio's departure

Luca Lo Curzio is leaving K-Way after less than a year; the new interim ceo is Kenny Wilson. The manager leaves the position today, January 13. Lo Curzio joined K-Way, a French-born brand famous for its waterproof nylon jackets, in February 2025 and “has made a significant contribution to our organisation; the board of directors sincerely thanks...