Rising Sulphur Prices Add Pressure to India’s Textile Dye Chain
Rising sulphur prices, driven by Middle East supply disruptions and higher freight costs, are adding fresh cost pressure to India’s textile dye industry. The country, which imports most of its sulphur, now faces higher input costs that threaten margins for dye manufacturers, processors and garment exporters. Smaller players with thin margins are most vulnerable, as they have limited ability to absorb the shock. Continued price escalation could eventually lift fabric processing expenses and push apparel prices higher in both domestic and export markets.
Jack & Jones Puts Denim in the Spotlight for Retail Debut in Dubai
Jack & Jones, the European denim arm of Bestseller, opened three flagship stores in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, marking its UAE debut. The launch is driven by the minimalist “Invisible Jeans” campaign, which omits models and focuses solely on the denim...
Worn Again Launches Poly-Cotton Recycling Plant in Switzerland
Worn Again Technologies has commissioned a demonstration‑scale textile‑to‑fibre recycling plant in Winterthur, Switzerland, targeting poly‑cotton blends. The pilot uses a proprietary chemical process to separate polyester and cotton, achieving high recovery rates. Early data suggest fibre quality comparable to virgin...
OCA Sets Out Strategy to Scale Organic Cotton
The Organic Cotton Accelerator (OCA) announced a new strategy to scale the supply of organic cotton worldwide. Central to the plan is a pooled funding mechanism that channels capital directly to farmers, lowering entry barriers and financial risk. OCA will...
Study Backs Cotton to Viscose Route
Scientists at Karlstad University have shown that highly purified recycled cotton waste can directly replace virgin wood pulp in viscose production. Using pulp derived from the Circulose process, the research demonstrated comparable fiber quality to traditional wood pulp. The findings...
Net-a-Porter Warehouse Workers in London Voting to Strike over Pay
More than 100 workers at Net‑a‑Porter’s Charlton warehouse in South London are voting on strike action to secure the London Living Wage. The retailer, which promised the wage in 2021, now proposes £14.41 per hour, £761 below the £14.80 target...
Joint Hobbs, Phase Eight and Whistles Outlet Store to Open in Northern Ireland
TFG London is launching its first tri‑brand outlet, uniting Hobbs, Phase Eight and Whistles under one 3,851 sq ft roof at The Boulevard in Northern Ireland, slated for a spring opening. The concept offers discounted womenswear, footwear and accessories while preserving each...
Paul Smith Posts a Loss Amid Wholesale Struggles
Paul Smith reported a pre‑tax loss of £16.7 m for the year to 30 June 2025, widening from a £5.4 m loss the previous year. Turnover fell 8% to £181 m as wholesale revenue slumped 16%, while ecommerce sales rose 14%. Gross profit declined 7%...
London Records Steepest Drop in Footfall Since April 2024
London recorded its steepest footfall decline since April 2024 as February’s unusually heavy rain kept shoppers indoors. UK retail footfall dropped 4.7% year‑on‑year, with high streets down 5.4% and shopping centres down 5.5%. The downpour pushed consumers toward online channels,...
Designer Narciso Rodriguez on What Made Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s Style So Unique
Narciso Rodriguez reflected on Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s iconic minimalist style in a March 2025 Elle interview, highlighting the natural, uncalculated quality of her wardrobe. He recalled designing the slip dress and veil for her 1996 wedding, a look that remains...
This Nostalgic Millennial Boot Is a Cross-Generation Must-Have
Frye’s Campus 14L boot has cemented its status as an iconic, cross‑generation footwear staple, rivaling classics like Converse Chuck Taylor. Constructed from 100% scrunch leather with a leather lining and outsole, the boot is marketed as a long‑term investment. Frye...
Lil Yachty Thinks Wearing One Brand Only Is a 'Cheat Code': 'A Lot of Rappers Cannot Dress'
Lil Yachty told Complex that limiting his wardrobe to a single clothing brand is his "cheat code" for effortless style, arguing that many rappers struggle to curate a cohesive look. He highlighted the brand’s consistency, quality, and cultural relevance as...
Roger Vivier’s Gherardo Felloni Joins the Conversation on Sensuality With Fall 2026 Collection
Roger Vivier’s creative director Gherardo Felloni unveiled the Fall 2026 collection in Paris, centering on a contemporary reinterpretation of sensuality as freedom and confidence. The collection revives the brand’s iconic Choc heel with a slimmer, lacquered silhouette, adds a rose‑themed line...
The 10 Best Vintage Clothing Stores in New York City
New York City’s vintage clothing scene has matured into a curated, high‑energy marketplace that spans Manhattan, Brooklyn, and beyond. Shops like Mr. Throwback, 194, and Hommage Vintage specialize in everything from rare sports apparel to designer 90s‑2000s pieces, while budget‑friendly spots...
L.E.K. Brand Heat Index Shows Which Shoe Brands Are Top of Mind
L.E.K. Consulting’s 2026 Brand Heat Index, based on a survey of nearly 5,000 U.S. consumers, shows Nike retaining the top spot in athletic footwear for both men and women. Hoka and On Running are closing the gap, especially among female...
Chappell Roan Takes the Paris Front Row in a Gothic Cut-Out Dress
American singer Chappell Roan made her second Paris Fashion Week appearance front‑row at the Rick Owens runway, wearing a slate‑gray gothic cut‑out dress with organza bodice and gladiator heels. Earlier in the week she debuted an earthy lace ombré dress...
Virgil Abloh Archive Launches First Print Publication, Free Membership: 'We Are Inviting the Public'
The Virgil Abloh Archive announced its first-ever print publication, titled “The Archive,” accompanied by a free membership program. The initiative invites the public to explore Abloh’s multidisciplinary legacy through both physical and digital formats. Membership provides unlimited digital access to...
How to Nagivate the Line Between Greenwashing and Greenhushing
Brands and retailers are confronting intensified regulatory scrutiny and potential sanctions over sustainability claims, prompting many to adopt “greenhushing” – the practice of keeping environmental initiatives hidden. While this approach reduces the risk of violating emerging green‑claim laws, it also...
Albaray, Drapers Conscious Fashion Campaign, Asda’s George and More
Albaray marks its fifth anniversary with fresh collaborations and expanded retail partnerships while reaffirming its sustainable ethos. Drapers has released a Conscious Fashion Manifesto urging government support for Made‑in‑UK production, recycling infrastructure, compliance financing, and clear sustainability guidance. The CMA’s...
Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2026: The Shows, Moments & Trends Everyone’s Talking About
Paris Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2026 ran from March 3‑10, showcasing the season’s most anticipated collections from Dior, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and emerging houses. Highlights included Dior’s garden‑party runway in the Tuileries, Saint Laurent’s homage to the Le Smoking suit, and Tom Ford’s dark, seductive contrast‑driven collection....
50 Women’s Spring Wardrobe Updates for Under £100 (some Are Even Free)
The article curates 50 spring wardrobe updates for women, each priced under £100 and many even free, covering clothing, shoes, accessories, and fragrances. It highlights emerging colour palettes—difficult green, cornflower, lilac—and key trends such as oversized sunglasses, rib‑collar tops, and...
Aiua Clothing: An Activewear Brand Using Natural Fabrics
Aiua Clothing, launched in Seattle in 2026 by John Gallagher, offers premium activewear made entirely from natural merino wool. The brand’s collection, priced between $65 and $130, includes items such as a performance tee, tank top, and quarter‑zip, all marketed...
Oh Jibbitz! LoveShackFancy Puts A Whimsical Spin On Crocs
LoveShackFancy has teamed with Crocs for a limited‑edition spring collection that debuts on March 5. The line includes classic clogs, platform clogs and ballet‑style flats, all drenched in the brand’s pastel floral prints, bows, gold accents and interchangeable Jibbitz charms. Prices...
4 Chic Spring Break Destinations—And Exactly What to Pack for Each
The article spotlights Palm Beach as a polished, preppy spring‑break hotspot and outlines a streamlined packing list tailored to its upscale vibe. It recommends a color‑rich maxi dress, crisp white visor, striped swimsuit with a caftan, espadrilles, a headscarf, and...
CottonConnect Consults on New Standard
London‑based social enterprise CottonConnect has released a draft Version 1.0 of its REEL Chain of Custody (CoC) Standard for public consultation. The standard seeks to extend the REEL cotton programme’s traceability from the gin through to finished textile products, offering a...
Punjab Attracts US $ 82 Million Textile Investment as Yarn Maker Ganga Acrowools Expands Operations
Ganga Acrowools Limited announced a Rs 750 crore (US $81.85 million) expansion in Punjab, marking the state’s largest recent textile investment. The project will add more than 1,500 jobs to the company’s existing 5,600‑strong workforce and focus on specialised yarns for knitting, weaving, carpets...
Call for Textile Park in Shivamogga Ahead of Karnataka Budget
Chairman Chetan K. Gowda of Karnataka State Textile Infrastructure Development Corporation has pressed the state government to announce a dedicated textile park in Shivamogga during the upcoming budget. He met Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on March 2, submitting a memorandum that highlights...
D2C Channels Growing Faster Than E-Commerce Marketplaces in India: Report
McKinsey’s latest report finds India’s direct‑to‑consumer (D2C) market, now worth $10‑11 billion, is set to explode to $55‑60 billion by 2030, growing at a 38% CAGR. This outpaces traditional e‑commerce marketplaces, whose sales are expected to reach only $100 billion with a 10‑12%...
Blackberrys Brings Onboard Apparel Industry Veteran Sartaj Singh Mehta
Blackberrys, the Indian menswear label, has appointed Sartaj Singh Mehta to its senior team, tapping a veteran with nearly three decades in fashion and lifestyle. Mehta most recently served as Senior Director of Product and Design at Pepe Jeans London,...
Middle East Crisis Hits Garment Export Routes
Rising Middle East tensions have forced major carriers such as Maersk, Hapag‑Lloyd, CMA CGM and MSC to divert vessels away from the Red Sea and Suez Canal, adding one to two weeks to Asia‑Europe apparel shipments. The disruption hits Bangladesh,...
At Tom Ford, Haider Ackermann Dresses Adult Desire
Haider Ackermann’s debut at Tom Ford presented a collection that fused sharp power suiting with transparent vinyl and lace, exposing the sensual layers beneath corporate silhouettes. The runway featured white safari jackets, double‑breasted black suits, low‑slung trousers, and clear raincoats that...
Mango Delivers €3.8bn in Sales with Plans to Grow UK Retail Network
Spanish fashion retailer Mango reported €3.8 billion in sales for 2025, a 13% increase over the prior year, and an EBITDA of €722 million. The company invested nearly €225 million in store expansion, technology, logistics and its new Mango Campus headquarters. In the...
We Tried the Entire H&M Studio Collection—These 6 Spring Jackets Are the Ones Worth Buying
H&M Studio’s spring 2024 collection debuted online and in stores, spotlighting six outerwear pieces that blend luxury styling with affordable pricing. Editors tested each jacket, from a peplum‑cut leather coat to a technical shell, and highlighted fit, versatility, and trend...
The Carolyn Bessette Kennedy-Approved ’90s Boatneck Top Is Back
The 1990s‑inspired boatneck top is experiencing a comeback as minimalism resurfaces in spring fashion. Its wide, shallow neckline, once favored by icons like Audrey Hepburn and Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, is now being reinterpreted by modern stars such as Hailey Bieber and Sabrina Carpenter. Designers and...
At Paris Fashion Week, Cher’s Alaïa Clueless Dress Returns
Belgian creative director Pieter Mulier closed his tenure at Azzedine Alaïa with a runway that paid homage to the label’s 1990s archive, spotlighting the iconic square‑necked dresses worn by Cher Horowitz in the film *Clueless*. The show featured modern reinterpretations...
Mauve Is Spring’s Answer to Burgundy—Here's How to Wear It
Spring‑summer 2026 sees mauve emerge as the season’s answer to winter burgundy. Major houses such as Prada, Chloe and Valentino highlighted muted pinks and purples across runway looks and accessories. The trend encourages mixing mauve with classic neutrals—black, cream, chocolate...
Complex and Disney’s BLACKPINK Capsule Collection Designed by Bobby Kim: How To Buy
Complex, Disney, and K‑pop powerhouse BLACKPINK have launched a limited‑edition capsule collection designed by Disney’s Global Creative Director Bobby Kim. The drop, featuring punk‑inspired tees, sweatshirts, accessories and exclusive member photocards, goes live on March 5 at 9 a.m. PST exclusively on Complex.com....
A Quick Hack for Looking A Bit Dressed Up? Just Add a Dash of Shine | Jess Cartner-Morley
Fashion columnist Jess Cartner‑Morley argues that a dash of shine—through earrings, metallic shoes, belts or silk fabrics—offers a quick, low‑effort way to look dressed up without a full‑on red‑carpet ensemble. She highlights specific affordable pieces from retailers like M&S, Oliver Bonas...
Peplums, Tutus and Jazzy Jeans: 5 Surprising Takeaways From the Dior Autumn/Winter 2026 Show
Dior’s Autumn/Winter 2026 runway in Paris, staged in the historic Jardin des Tuileries, showcased Jonathan Anderson’s baroque‑inspired vision. The collection blended oversized peplums, layered tutus, sequinned denim, and bold checks, while injecting playful accessories that echo his signature humor. Anderson’s third...
Your Spring Wardrobe Needs a Fringe Skirt
The article curates 18 fringe‑skirt options for the spring season, spanning mini, midi, and maxi lengths. It highlights a wide material palette—from wool and silk blends to leather and sequins—and showcases colors ranging from classic black to bold yellows and...
Baggy Jeans Are Still Going Strong, According to Fashion Insiders
Fashion insiders confirm that baggy jeans have cemented themselves as a lasting staple in 2026, evolving from a Y2K‑era revival into a versatile wardrobe essential. While skinny and stovepipe silhouettes are slated for a comeback, designers are pairing oversized denim...
The Under-$100 Deals to Grab From Nordstrom’s End-of-Season Sale
Nordstrom’s end‑of‑season sale is offering up to 60% off on more than 10,000 women’s items, many priced under $100. The promotion highlights key pieces such as Pistola barrel jeans, Reformation tops, and Adidas Tokyo sneakers. Discounts span a wide range...
‘Love Story’ Fans Can Buy Carolyn Bessette Kennedy’s Wardrobe in Online Auction
An online auction is offering several garments worn by Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, including the black Yohji Yamamoto dress she wore to the White House in 1998. The sale is timed to capitalize on renewed public fascination sparked by the FX...
Stray Kids' I.N Made These $65 Classic Red Sneakers a Statement Piece
Stray Kids member I.N turned a $65 pair of red Converse Chuck Taylor All‑Star high‑tops into the focal point of his Milan street‑style look after attending Bottega Veneta’s fall 2026 show. The Korean idol paired the bright sneakers with an all‑black outfit,...
Südwolle Develops Wool-Rich Denim Fabric
Südwolle Group has introduced a wool‑rich denim that blends Merino wool with traditional indigo denim, preserving the classic look while adding a soft, skin‑friendly layer. The hybrid fabric targets everyday apparel, positioning natural fibre performance at the core of casual...
59 Unique Prom Hairstyles to Try in 2025 for Every Hair Length and Type
The article curates 59 distinct prom hairstyles, organized by hair length, updos, half‑up styles, and braids, drawing inspiration from celebrities and influencers. Each look includes practical tips such as heat‑protectant usage, styling tools, and salon recommendations. The piece also notes...
Lab-Grown Diamonds in Luxury Fashion: Trend or The New Standard?
Lab-grown diamonds have shifted from a niche alternative to a mainstream option in luxury fashion, driven by consumer demand for transparency, sustainability, and price‑performance. The bridal sector acted as the catalyst, showing couples they could secure larger, higher‑clarity stones without...
Fashion Logistics Rerouted as Suez Risk Rises
Fashion logistics were jolted after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran triggered retaliation, prompting container lines to pull vessels from the Suez Canal. Gulf‑bound bookings were suspended and major Middle Eastern air cargo hubs reduced operations. The disruption forces brands...
What Does a £3,400 Apron Say About Modern Feminism?
Miu Miu’s SS26 runway featured high‑priced aprons, some silk‑laced, others utilitarian, priced up to £3,400. Designer Miuccia Prada framed the garment as a symbol of women’s historical labor, sparking debate over luxury’s appropriation of working‑class attire. The show joined a broader fashion...
Connor Storrie Is Bringing the Choker Back at SAG Actor Awards 2026 — See Photos
Connor Storrie, fresh from hosting Saturday Night Live, turned heads at the SAG Actor Awards 2026 by forgoing a shirt and wearing a gem‑covered choker with a Saint Laurent blazer. The look featured Tiffany silver hoop earrings and Y2K‑style shield sunglasses,...