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Global Fashion Industry Enters 2026 Amid Major Disruptions
The global fashion sector faced significant disruptions in 2025 from trade tariffs, cautious consumers, and AI advances, per McKinsey's survey. U.S. tariffs emerged as the biggest challenge, forcing brands to redraw supply chains.
Over a third of executives report using generative AI across functions.
French Brand JOTT Placed in Receivership
Marseille-based JOTT, employing 183 people with €24M turnover, entered court-ordered receivership due to insolvency on December 22, 2025. Salaries are paid up to November; the brand is known for lightweight down jackets.
Mode in Sud called it a significant blow to the regional fashion ecosystem.
Spring Summer 2025 Trends Emphasize Sustainability and Heritage
Key macro trends include 'Sensitive,' 'Preservation,' 'Exuberant,' and 'Horizons,' focusing on human sensitivity, ethical craftsmanship, and bio-technological nature. Preservation highlights environmental sustainability, waste reduction, and cultural heritage.
AI shapes new mass culture amid uncertainty.
2025 Fashion Predictions Review: Collaborations Surge
High-low fashion collabs boomed, including Stella McCartney x H&M and Zara with LVMH Prize winner Soshi Otsuki. Zara shifts to boutique-like model, closing large stores.
Fast fashion brands like Quiz and River Island faced restructuring.
Sustainability Talk Fades in 2025 Marketing
Brands largely stopped emphasizing sustainability due to greenwashing fears and consumer fatigue. AI 'slop' rose unexpectedly, with incidents like fake AI Gucci images of Miley Cyrus and H&M cloning models.
Sustainability lost credibility in campaigns.
World Saree Day Spotlights Indian Sarees on Global Map
On World Saree Day, five iconic Indian sarees were highlighted for elevating India's presence in global fashion. The event on December 21, 2025, celebrates traditional styles.
These sarees showcase India's cultural craftsmanship internationally.
Key 2025 Fashion Interviews Sum Up Industry Shifts
Craig Green emphasized creative freedom and risk-taking for progress in his S/S 2026 collection. Willy Chavarria called for dismantling old fashion hierarchies and supporting direct action.
Nicolas Di Felice modernized Courrèges without copying its past.
December 2025 Beauty Favourites from RUSSH
Top picks include Prada Beauty Hand Cream for its nourishing formula and Onitsuka Tiger One fragrance with woody notes. Emma Lewisham Sunceutical SPF 50+ is a summer essential; Tom Ford Oud Voyager suits party season.
Le Labo Santal 33 Liquid Balm offers alcohol-free woody charm.
Fashion Industry Faces Climate Adaptation Crisis
Extreme heat and flooding could cost apparel $65B in earnings and 1M jobs by 2030 in key countries like Bangladesh. COP30 triples adaptation finance, but industry needs immediate measures.
Heat was not prioritized until recently per GLI report.
2025 Hot Trends from Ready-to-Wear to Couture
2025 delivered creativity across ready-to-wear, streetwear, and couture with fresh trends dominating. While some carried over, new directions shaped the year.
No shortage of innovation was displayed globally.
Retail Sales Drop Unexpectedly in November 2025
U.S. retail sales fell 0.1% in November, missing growth expectations despite Black Friday. This indicates weaker consumer spending in fashion retail.
The drop was surprising amid holiday season buildup.
AI Emerges as Disruptor and Lifeline for Fashion
Generative AI is used by over a third of executives, poised to rewrite 2026 rules. It acts as both challenge and solution amid industry disruptions.
Rapid AI advances alter operations fundamentally.