Latest Fashion News
Chloé Opens First Boutique in Australia with New Luxe Collections
Chloé inaugurated its first Australian boutique in Sydney’s luxury district, showcasing a collection that blends archival silk tailoring, futuristic denim, and textured coats crafted from shearling and silk. Gucci also revealed Demna's restrained take on 70s and 90s styles with new accessories and fluid eveningwear in its Cruise 2026 collection.
Jung Kook Named Chanel's Global Ambassador for Fragrances and Beauty
Chanel appointed BTS star Jung Kook as global ambassador, highlighting his artistic identity aligned with the brand's pioneering values. The collaboration spans global campaigns and special projects to connect with youth culture and modern luxury consumers.
Nike Reshuffles Senior Leadership to Enhance Tech and Regional Integration
Nike eliminated its CTO role, appointing Chief Supply Chain Officer Venky Alagirisamy as COO overseeing technology integration. Regional heads for Greater China, EMEA, North America, and APLA joined senior leadership to strengthen consumer connections amid shifting market strategies.
Urban Outfitters and Bath & Body Works Debut Gen Z-Focused Store Concepts
Urban Outfitters launched 'On Rotation', a lounge-style store with a rotating brand roster targeting Gen Z, while Bath & Body Works introduced 'Gingham+', featuring a scent bar and tech-enhanced shopping aimed at a relaxed, experiential retail environment tailored for young shoppers.
David’s Bridal Launches Tech-Powered 'Diamonds & Pearls' Store Concept
David's Bridal debuted a ‘store of the future’ that combines high fashion with AI-powered shopping, exclusive couture lines, and personal styling, enhancing the bridal and formalwear shopping experience with integrated technology and Shopify point-of-sale systems.
Mr Price Enters European Market with Acquisition of NKD Group GmbH
South African retailer Mr Price completed the acquisition of European value fashion retailer NKD Group GmbH, marking its first expansion outside Africa and creating a global retail group with 5,000+ stores and €2.5 billion in annual sales.
Hallyu: The Korean Wave Exhibition Opens in Canberra Featuring K-Fashion
The V&A Museum's major exhibition ‘Hallyu! The Korean Wave’ debuted exclusively in Canberra, spotlighting Korean fashion influenced by K-pop stars like ATEEZ and aespa alongside cinema, music, and tech innovations, reflecting Korea's rising cultural impact in fashion and beauty.
Luxury Sector Faces Sales Declines Amidst Shift to Homegrown Brands in China
European and American luxury brands experienced falling sales in China, while the local Laopu Gold Co. doubled sales, signaling a significant shift towards homegrown Chinese brands within the luxury market.
Billionaire H&M Founding Family Accelerates Share Purchases
The Persson family has increased its holdings in H&M to over 60%, fueling speculation about a potential move to take the company private, impacting one of the global fast-fashion giants' strategic direction.
Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo to Share Blockbuster Exhibition in Australia
An exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria will showcase avant-garde legends Vivienne Westwood and Rei Kawakubo, celebrating their impact on fashion design and culture, drawing major global attention to innovative fashion history.