Gap Inc. Introduces AI-Powered Tools to Enhance Online Shopping
Gap Inc. announced AI‑driven enhancements for its online stores, adding Bold Metrics’ Agent Sizing Protocol for personalized fit guidance and supporting Google’s Universal Commerce Protocol to enable conversational purchases. The tools aim to eliminate sizing uncertainty, a key barrier to apparel e‑commerce, by delivering real‑time size recommendations within chat interfaces. Integration spans Gap’s brands—Old Navy, Gap, Banana Republic, Athleta—positioning the company at the forefront of AI‑powered retail. CTO Sven Gerjets emphasized the initiatives are focused on solving concrete customer problems, not novelty.
Nopalera Raises $4 Million to Accelerate Retail, Product Growth
Nopalera, a San Antonio‑based premium beauty and lifestyle brand, raised $4 million in a round led by Morgan Stanley’s Next Level Fund and co‑led by L’Attitude Ventures. The capital will accelerate retail expansion and new product development across fragrance, hair care,...
Tod's Reopens Renovated Flagship in Sydney
Tod's has reopened its renovated flagship boutique on the 4th floor of Westfield Sydney, offering a 130‑square‑metre space with neutral interiors and travertine‑marble fixtures. The store presents the Spring/Summer 2026 ready‑to‑wear line, featuring iconic Gommino loafers, Red Dot sneakers, and the...
Italy's Repossi Opens Harrods London Boutique
Italian jewellery house Repossi opened a boutique inside Harrods in London on March 24, 2026, showcasing its Antifer, Serti sur Vide and Berbere collections. The launch features a Harrods‑exclusive Berbere Chromatic ring crafted in yellow gold with green lacquer. Creative direction by...
La Redoute Names Marie Mercier Briand Head of AI and Innovation
French e‑tailer La Redoute appointed Marie Mercier Briand as head of AI and innovation on March 16, 2026. The new role is designed to accelerate the retailer’s digital transformation and expand its agentic commerce capabilities. La Redoute, owned by Galeries Lafayette, generates about 90%...
China's AliExpress Tells EU Lawmakers It Is Working to Comply with Law
Alibaba‑owned AliExpress told EU lawmakers it is taking steps to meet the Digital Services Act after a formal investigation that began in March 2024. The platform pledged to limit default visibility of adult‑oriented products, ban illegal sellers such as the...
Jacquemus Appoints Livio Tabbi as Head of Europe and the Middle East
Jacquemus has appointed Livio Tabbi as head of its Europe‑Middle East‑Africa (EMEA) operations, reporting directly to CEO Sarah Benady. Tabbi brings experience from Balibaris and The Kooples, where he oversaw sales across Europe and EMEA. The move follows a strategic re‑org that includes...
World Cup 2026: Why France Is the 'Blockbuster' Of Nike's Revival Strategy
Nike is betting on France’s national team as the centerpiece of its 2026 World Cup revival, signing a €100 million ($108 million) kit deal through 2034. The campaign, anchored by superstar Kylian Mbappé, showcases fashion‑forward designs such as a white‑collared home shirt and...
Cotswolds Designer Outlet Announces Sunglass Hut Arrival
EssilorLuxottica’s Sunglass Hut opened its first UK store at the Cotswolds Designer Outlet, joining a roster of premium fashion and sports brands. The outlet, which launched with 98% occupancy, now has only one vacant unit remaining in its first phase. The...
Lacoste: Charm Offensives From Miami to the Shop Windows of Galeries Lafayette Haussmann in Paris
Lacoste is executing a dual‑track activation strategy, pairing the Miami Beach "Club Lacoste" tennis experience with a fashion‑focused pop‑up at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann in Paris. The Paris installation, dubbed "The Locker Room," transforms eleven storefront windows and two pop‑up spaces...
Sally Beauty Launches on TikTok Shop
Sally Beauty has opened an official storefront on TikTok Shop, launching more than 1,000 products over the next weeks. The assortment blends Sally‑owned labels such as Beauty Secrets and Silk Elements with national brands like Sauce Beauty and upcoming partners...
K-Beauty World Expands on Ulta Beauty Marketplace with 17 New Brands
K‑Beauty World has added 17 new Korean beauty brands to Ulta Beauty’s online marketplace, expanding its roster to 12 initial brands with five more slated for May. The assortment leans heavily toward skincare, featuring nine skincare labels alongside hair‑care, body‑care,...
Celio: The Savvy Publicity Coup Propelling the Launch of Its Womenswear Range
Celio is rolling out its first dedicated womenswear line, using a clever “missing L” teaser that sparked a viral wave across social platforms. The campaign, orchestrated by Havas Paris, featured six high‑profile female influencers and amassed over 40 million organic impressions. Prices...
J.M. Weston Debuts 180 Loafer 80th Anniversary Year with Upcycled Models
French shoemaker J.M. Weston marks the 80th anniversary of its iconic 180 Loafer with a series of limited‑edition, upcycled models. The collection includes a glass‑bead finish, a gold‑sequin holiday version, and hand‑stitched Norwegian needlework, all produced in the brand’s Limoges...
David’s Bridal Expands Into Indian Bridal and Occasion Wear Segment with Kynah
David’s Bridal announced a partnership with Indian label Kynah, launching 25 curated desi bridal and occasion pieces on a dedicated digital gallery. Prices start at $500, offering a mix of embroidered lehengas, gowns, and ready‑to‑ship ensembles. The move aligns with...
Matalan Releases ‘Style for Every Moment’ Spring Ad Campaign
Matalan launched its spring‑summer 2026 "Style for Every Moment" campaign on 20 March, rolling out across TV, video‑on‑demand, social, digital and in‑store channels. Created by Ocurens and directed by Benjamin Lennox, the ads follow a series of real‑life moments that reflect...
Studio Nicholson Opens Third Store in Japan, First in Kyoto
Studio Nicholson opened its third Japanese boutique, marking its first location in Kyoto’s historic Kansai region. The 829‑square‑foot store occupies a renovated kyomachiya townhouse, preserving exposed beams, a tsuboniwa garden and traditional lanterns while integrating stainless‑steel fixtures and concrete finishes....
Zegna Sees Net Profit Soar 20% to €109.5 Million in 2025
Ermenegildo Zegna’s group reported a 20% jump in net profit to €109.5 million for 2025, while total revenue reached €1.9 billion, up 1.1% on an organic basis. The Zegna brand grew modestly, whereas Thom Browne sales declined sharply and Tom Ford Fashion showed slight...
Tomorrow Changes Hands as Founder Stefano Martinetto Exits
Founder and minority shareholder Stefano Martinetto has permanently exited Tomorrow, the European fashion distribution platform. The controlling stake, previously held by Three Hills Capital Partners, is being sold to The Level Group, which will operate the business through its Progetto 11...
Royer Group Goes Into Liquidation, 135 Jobs Lost as Chaussea Acquires Kickers
Royer Group entered liquidation, resulting in the loss of 135 jobs as its operations wind down. Chaussea, part of VGM Holding, secured the sole admissible bid and acquired the Kickers brand, bringing 45 former Royer employees into its fold. The...
Crew Clothing Back at Henley Royal Regatta as Event Link-Ups Remain Key
Crew Clothing returns to the Henley Royal Regatta with its SS26 capsule, featuring a mix of elegant occasionwear and varsity‑inspired casual pieces for men and women. The brand will operate a pop‑up shop inside the Boat Tent and Stewards’ Enclosure,...
Lids Names Chase B Creative Director
Lids announced DJ and producer Chase B as its new creative director, tasking him with steering product design, collaborations, and brand storytelling. The move builds on an existing partnership that delivered the sold‑out Chase B × MLB “Maximal” 59Fifty caps. In his first initiative,...
H&M Adorables Takes Centre Stage at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann
From March 17 to April 6, H&M Adorables will dominate three Galeries Lafayette windows with a nature‑themed scenography that showcases the spring/summer 2026 collection. The display marks the label’s first six months in the Parisian department store, following successful pop‑ups such as Selfridges...
Buyers' View: Printemps' Maud Pupato Is Captivated by a Wave of Romanticism Felt Across Milan and Paris
Maud Pupato, women’s buying director at Printemps, says the 2026 luxury‑fashion season is abandoning stark minimalism in favour of a wave of romanticism, driven by a gloomy global climate and a nostalgic turn toward Art Deco. She points to Celine, Chanel...
Stars Bring Glamour to Oscars Red Carpet
The 2026 Oscars red carpet showcased a burst of spring hues, with stars like Jessie Buckley in Chanel and Chase Infiniti in Louis Vuitton leading the color‑forward looks. Classic black‑and‑white ensembles remained prominent, highlighted by Rose Byrne’s Dior gown and...
Schuh Manchester to Launch Local Creative Window Project
Schuh Manchester is launching a three‑month local creative window project at its Market Street store, beginning 23 March. In partnership with Manchester‑based Heads Creative, the permanent window will host quarterly takeovers by emerging local talent, starting with stylist Lili Donovan, artist Brandina Chisambo,...
Dior Sets up at South Coast Plaza for Visually Stunning Pop-Up
Dior has opened an immersive pop‑up shop in South Coast Plaza’s Jewel Court, running from March 15 through April 6. The installation reinterprets the brand’s historic boutique boxes with grey‑toned towers that showcase new accessories and ready‑to‑wear pieces. Jonathan Anderson’s debut collection,...
Polish Designers Give Ancient Amber a Modern Twist
Polish designers at the Academy of Fine Arts in Gdańsk are merging traditional amber‑working tools with CNC milling, 3‑D printing and emerging AI. Students employ virtual‑reality studios to translate artistic concepts into precise machine code, creating rings, necklaces, masks and...
Vuori Launches First Women’s Denim Collection
Vuori, the California‑based activewear label, unveiled its inaugural women’s denim capsule on March 14, 2026. The collection features a vintage‑inspired wide‑leg jean and an oversized denim jacket available in bone and light indigo washes. Both pieces are crafted from a premium denim...
Urban Outfitters Launches Vans Shop-in-Shop
Urban Outfitters has introduced a Vans shop‑in‑shop at its Herald Square flagship, featuring custom‑built structures, live camera feeds and a curated mix of sneakers, apparel and accessories. The activation also incorporates musicians Thomas Day and Juliet Ivy, marking the first...
Salomon Opens in Mexico First Latin American Flagship Store
Salomon, an outdoor‑apparel brand under Amer Sports, has traditionally focused on Europe and North America. The launch of Casa Salomon in Mexico City marks its first flagship in Latin America, a region where outdoor recreation and urban running are growing...
Unions Raise the Alarm over Alexander McQueen: "54 Redundancies Confirmed"
Italian unions have raised alarms after Alexander McQueen announced collective redundancies affecting 54 of its 181 employees in Italy. The cuts are part of Kering’s strategic review aimed at restoring sustainable profitability for the luxury label over the next three years....
Scarpa Names New CEO at North American Subsidiary
Scarpa announced Jonathan Degenhardt will assume the role of CEO of its North American subsidiary in mid‑April, succeeding Kim Miller who will retire early next year. Degenhardt returns after a decade leading Deuter USA and Ortovox USA, and previously helped...
Antler MD Glenne Is Named CEO as Business Becomes House of Brands
Antler appoints long‑time managing director Kirsty Glenne as chief executive, steering the historic British travel brand into a House of Brands structure that includes US luxury luggage label Paravel and Australian travel brand Nere. Glenne’s tenure has already driven revenue...
Malaika Arora Launches Accessories Brand Maejoy with Myntra
Malaika Arora has introduced Maejoy, a premium lifestyle and accessories label, in partnership with Myntra. The debut collection spans bucket bags, totes, cross‑body pieces, backpacks, clutches and lab‑grown diamond jewellery set in 925‑silver. Maejoy’s designs use synthetic leather, raffia, satin...
Only Natural International Student Design Competition Opens for Entries
The Only Natural International Student Design Competition launches its third edition, inviting students to create sustainable capsule collections primarily from natural fibres. Winners receive travel, accommodation, a trophy, and global publicity across Only Natural’s platforms, with the final showcase at...
Golden Goose Taps Gabriel Diallo, Dayana Yastremska as Brand Ambassadors
Golden Goose announced Canadian ATP rising star Gabriel Diallo and Ukrainian WTA talent Dayana Yastremska as its newest brand ambassadors. The duo will front the "Off Duty Dreamers – Life is the Real Game" campaign, which showcases athletes in moments...
Latam Fashion Circle Invites Applications From Latin American Fashion Brands for Its Showroom
The Latam Fashion Circle announced a free application process for Latin American fashion brands to showcase in a dedicated showroom in Paris next October. Backed by Latin American embassies, cultural services and private sponsors, the initiative will also host a...
Elsewhere in Paris: Pierre Cardin, Sandro
Paris Fashion Week closed with two contrasting yet complementary showcases. In Pierre Cardin’s historic Rue du Faubourg boutique, nephew Rodrigo Basilicati‑Cardin staged an AI‑enhanced runway that reimagined Venice through futuristic doge hats, technicolour gondolas and reinterpretations of the founder’s avant‑garde...
BasicNet: Pro Forma Net Profit for 2025 Down 20.7% to €20 Million
BasicNet approved its 2025 draft results, reporting a pro‑forma net profit of €20 million, a 20.7% decline from the prior year, while the consolidated net profit surged to €126.3 million thanks to a €140.1 million capital gain from selling 40% of K‑Way. Revenue...
Harris Reed Quits Nina Ricci
British‑American designer Harris Reed announced his departure as creative director of Nina Ricci, ending a three‑and‑a‑half‑year tenure. During his time, Reed introduced an inclusive femininity narrative and launched the Vénus fragrance, revitalising the house’s perfume portfolio. His final runway show...
In Bangladesh, the Art of Tangail Sari Weaving Hangs by a Thread
Tangail’s hand‑woven saris, famed for fine motifs, were added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list in December. Despite the accolade, the craft faces a steep decline: loom numbers have halved, wages hover around $6 per sari, and many workshops have...
Cintas Agrees to Buy Uniform Maker UniFirst in $5.5 Billion Deal
Cintas announced a $5.5 billion agreement to acquire uniform provider UniFirst. UniFirst shareholders will receive $155 in cash and 0.772 Cintas shares per UniFirst share, valuing each at roughly $310. The deal, pending shareholder approval, is slated to close in the...
Chanel Rounds Out Monday with Deco and Dazzle
Matthieu Blazy’s Fall‑Winter 2026‑27 Chanel womenswear show re‑engineered the iconic suit, turning it into shirt jackets, cabans and redingotes in unexpected metallic hues. The collection riffed on Art Deco, flapper, 1950s austerity and 1960s glamour, delivering elongated blazers, low‑waist dresses and...
Reliance Retail Completes Acquisition of Pahadi Local
Reliance Retail has completed the acquisition of Pahadi Local, a Himalayan‑inspired personal‑care brand founded in 2018. The deal will integrate Pahadi Local into Reliance’s omni‑channel retail and digital commerce network, while retaining the brand’s founding team to guide product development....
Philippe Farnier Named Deputy CEO of Parfums Christian Dior and the LVMH Beauty Division
Philippe Farnier has been appointed deputy CEO of Parfums Christian Dior and the LVMH Beauty Division, reporting directly to Véronique Courtois. In his new role he will steer commercial and omni‑channel activities while driving strategic synergies across the group’s maisons....
Princess Polly Expands Into New Markets with Eight New US Stores
Princess Polly announced eight new U.S. store openings, with four locations slated for the second half of 2026 and four more slated for early 2027. The new stores will debut in Houston and Frisco, Texas; Orlando, Florida; Edina, Minnesota; Jacksonville,...
Levi's Sets Sights on Women, High-End Market
Levi Strauss & Co. is accelerating its shift toward women’s apparel and premium denim, aiming to raise the women’s share from 38% to 50% of sales. Direct‑to‑consumer channels now generate 49% of total revenue, reflecting a rapid move away from...
Busy Month for N Brown: Adds Six Brands to Its Platforms with North Face the Key Highlight
N Brown Group announced a busy month of brand expansions, most notably adding The North Face to its Jacamo, JD Williams and SimplyBe platforms. The partnership launches an 85‑piece collection supported by a nationwide out‑of‑home campaign from 8‑31 March, with special projection ads in...
East Coast Vibe Comes to Manchester as Gant Opens Selfridges Pop-Up
Gant has launched a temporary pop‑up shop inside Manchester’s Selfridges, running until late May. The space showcases the brand’s Spring‑Summer 2026 menswear line, highlighted by striped rugby shirts, chinos, and Harrington jackets that blend classic American sportswear with modern sophistication. A...