Over 70 companies to make a move against climate change
By The list of companies that have signed the White House Climate Pledge now includes 73 new names. By signing the agreement, companies show their support for the measures that are announced during the Parisian climate conference COP 21. A few examples of fashion brands who have made a pledge to introduce measures to counter climate […]
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Mulberry teases debut Johnny Coca collection
Mulberry has released a short film introducing Johnny Coca ahead of the brand’s relaunch during London Fashion Week where the heritage label is returning to the official schedule. Coca joined the British brand as creative director last year and the brand has been fairly quiet on his debut autumn/winter 2016 collection, which is to be […]
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Sports Direct founder said to be sued over 15 million pound share offer
The founder of UK sportswear retailer Sports Direct, Mike Ashley, is reportedly being sued over an offer made with an investment banker in 2013, according to news reports. Former Merrill Lynch banker Jeff Blue, is said to have made the deal with billionaire Ashley over drinks in a London pub which would see Ashley pay […]
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Controversy: Mango chooses white model to promote African collection
London – Mango, the Spanish high street fashion giant, has been criticised for casting Kendall Jenner as the face of its ‘African Tribal Spirit’ collection. Critics have questioned the decision to use a white model to represent a collection inspired by Africa. Xavier Tio, the head of the Udutama Association, an organisation that supports minorities […]
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Interactive chart – Top 10 most popular fashion brands of 2015
For a brand to be popular, they have to conquer Instagram, be huge on Facebook, and get their Tweets on Twitter retweeted to expand their reach. But, which fashion brand has become the most popular of 2015? Well, FashionUnited analysts have been calculating each global fashion brand’s reach taking into account their social media followers […]
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Proenza Schouler to sell collection straight after its runway show
London – When Proenza Schouler presents its Fall 16 collection during New York Fashion Week next Wednesday, customers will be able to buy a capsule of styles straight after the show. Called The Early Edition collection, eight runway looks and four versions of their Hava handbag will be available for purchase the morning after their […]
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Femininity rules the runways at day 3 of NYFW
Day three of New York Fashion week rolled along, and it was all about the femininity. This morning, Jill Stuart showed her ability for creating soft textured and giving women that perfect level of femininity with her clothes is worthy of high praise. While the designer could have stood to pair down on the studded […]
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Converse debuts "souvenir jacket" collection
New York – Last week Converse debuted their new souvenir jacket collection. The sneakers are available in two premium incarnations of the classic high-top model, and draw inspiration from the “Sukajyan” jackets that originated on post-WWII Japan. The sneakers seem to be one of Converse’s most unique collaborations to date. Back during WWII, departing U.S. […]
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The Kooples launch couples app
French fashion label The Kooples has launched a new social networking app for lovers and couples who wish to communicate confidentially. The Kooples Blackout app offers users the opportunity to “connect with just one person in that moment” by blocking out all other phone activities. By starting the Blackout mode, it prevents users from receiving […]
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Retail therapy can buy happiness, scientists say
Brands, boutiques and purveyors of retail therapy will be delighted in the latest finding that buying material possessions can, in fact, buy you happiness. Buying a new Céline coat or a made-to-measure suit, brings you just as much happiness as, say, a ski trip, scientists say. However, the happiness gained from buying things versus that […]
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