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LVMH's new 150,000-euro annual research chair with IFM explores how AI and science can expand creative practices while preserving human intention and...

Outdoor apparel expands at a steady 5.4% CAGR to $47.52B by 2032, while modern fabrics surge at 8.2% CAGR toward $1.1T by 2033.

• Sustainability and...

Innovations in performance yarns and lightweight constructions are accelerating fabric upgrades, cutting costs while boosting durability and...

• Blueprint strategy: Refurbished Oxford Street flagship serves as template for future stores, spanning four floors with integrated food, fashion,...

IPO Developments

• 🔥 Shein Hong Kong Listing: Shein received CSRC approval to sell up to 341.6 million H-shares in a Hong Kong IPO at a $66B...

Shein's CSRC approval for a Hong Kong listing, targeting up to 341.6 million H-shares and a few billion dollars, signals renewed investor interest...

Legacy and convenience retailers are deploying designer-led flagships to modernize their image and draw new customers.

• FamilyMart opened its first...

M&S's new Pantheon store on Oxford Street marks a major milestone in its physical retail modernisation, serving as the retailer's first full-line...

The K-fashion market grew from USD 31.55 billion in 2021 to USD 34.95 billion in 2025 and is projected to hit USD 50.95 billion by 2032.

• Apparel...

Laopu Gold's fixed-pricing model and heritage positioning, which commanded over 50% premiums, are facing pressure as shares plunged 60% amid a 30%...

Richemont's Wednesday report will spotlight jewelry as the industry's rare bright spot, with Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels driving growth even as...

Levi Strauss keeps direct-to-consumer at the core of its model, with the channel delivering the majority of sales for 17 straight quarters and...

Sustainable Materials Supply Chain Updates

• 🔥 Viscose Staple Fiber Growth: The global Viscose Staple Fiber market is projected to reach USD...

India's textile sector recovers over 70% of ~7.8 million tonnes annual waste, with 95% pre-consumer collection rates.

• Policy tools like NPOP...

John Lewis is closing gift-wrapping services in 25 stores and foreign-exchange desks in 30 stores this autumn, triggering around 200 job cuts as part...

• China's LV vs Molly Tea ruling triggered 400M+ social media views and widespread sympathy for the local chain, as netizens framed enforcement as...

India's legal framework leaves a clear regulatory vacuum in fashion crowdfunding, with no rules ensuring equitable benefits or recognition for artisan...

The viscose staple fiber market's expansion from $8.46 billion in 2025 to $13.36 billion by 2035 reflects fashion supply chains' accelerating adoption...

• Traffic gains: Open-air centers rose 4.7% and indoor malls 1.9% YoY in H1 2026.
• Store optimization: Tilly’s closed 28 locations yet physical sales...