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This week’s round-up of global markets fashion business news also features Indian jewellery in Dubai, Vietnamese footwear exports and Uzbekistan’s US textile campaign.
How Wider Pants Altered the Modern Menswear Wardrobe
Seeking comfort and a vehicle for self-expression, roomier trousers are becoming an even more important part of a man’s wardrobe. But brands have to straddle the line between feeding into the trend and staying true to their unique design philosophies.
Virgil Abloh ‘World’s Fair’ Kicks Off in Paris
The city-wide, multi-disciplinary tribute to the late trailblazing creative director includes a major exhibition, screenings, performances, a Colette pop-up and collaborations with Nike, Apple, Ikea and Moët & Chandon.
Paris Day One: Subversive Saint Laurent
Anthony Vaccarello guarantees that what you see is not the whole truth, writes Tim Blanks.
Swiss Offer Trump Sweetener on Gold to Get Better Tariff Deal
Switzerland has offered to invest in the US gold-refining industry, as part of its efforts to persuade the Trump administration to lower the 39 percent import tariff imposed last month.
Dyson’s Profits Fall by Nearly 50% in ‘Difficult’ Year
Revenues are down more than $670 million after the hair care company cut more than a quarter of its UK workforce.
Silvia Venturini Fendi Steps Down as Creative Director
The designer will become honorary president of the Roman fur and leather goods house, said owner LVMH. A new creative configuration will be announced in ‘due time.’
The Tech Fashion Darling Accused of Swindling Investors Out of $300 Million
CaaStle pulled off one of the biggest financial heists in recent tech history, according to the SEC and DOJ. The company’s embattled CEO says there’s more to the story.
Peloton Kicks Off Turnaround with Hardware, AI Product Launch
In the years since the pandemic lockdown, the New York-based fitness company has struggled with sales declines as more people have returned to regularly exercising outdoors and in gyms.
The Executive Briefing: NikeSkims Launches; TikTok’s Future; Brick-and-Mortar Is Back
NikeSkims and Demna made splashy debuts, and a deal to save TikTok may be in sight. Read on for your concise breakdown of September’s key developments from executive editor Brian Baskin.
Can Beauty Devices Bring the Medspa Home?
SharkNinja’s latest innovation, the Facialpro Glow, mimics in-office aesthetic treatments. Like competitors Omnilux or Medicube, its parent company hopes to entice consumers to take procedures into their own hands.
Zara’s Cut-Price Sister Brand Lefties to Rival Primark on UK High Street
Zara owner Inditex SA is planning to launch its ultra-low-cost chain Lefties in the UK in 2026, posing a significant competitive threat to Primark, the current market leader.