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Trend Expert Julian Daynov Reviews 2025 Fashion and Predicts 2026
Julian Daynov reflects on the 2025 fashion year, highlighting key expectations, standout moments, and required industry changes. He provides an outlook for 2026 trends. This analysis comes amid ongoing disruptions in the global fashion sector.
Hair Emerges as Boldest 2025 Fashion Trend Across Runways
Brands like Fendi and Chloé featured hair-like materials in fluffy collars and shaggy shoes, sparking Gen Z interest in vintage and faux fur. Human hair designs may stay runway-exclusive due to practicality issues, influenced by luxury sales dips and tariffs. Influencers promote hair-made accessories amid hyper-feminine trends.
Louis Vuitton Unveils Six-Story Visionary Journeys Hub in Seoul
The French house is launching a major cultural hub in Seoul as part of its expansive retail strategy. This move aligns with LVMH's aggressive brand acquisitions and luxury dominance.
Smythson of Bond Street Acquired by Oakley Capital
The British luxury brand, famed for leather handbags and accessories, was bought to boost international growth. This deal reflects renewed investor interest in established fashion houses.
Fashion Trends Shift Beyond Seasons to Cultural Continuums
New forecasting emphasizes cultural tensions, behaviors, and material innovations over traditional seasonal cycles. Climate disruptions and digital platforms are dissolving fixed fashion timelines. Material intelligence enables adaptive, long-lasting garments.
Target Accelerates Trends with AI Tool Trend Brain and Scouting
Target uses AI to analyze fashion week data, predicting colors like berry for fall 2025, while scouting trips inspire Fair Isle and fur assortments. Owned brands drive significant revenue growth through faster market speed.
H&M Completes Major Share Buyback in Week 51 of 2025
H&M repurchased 551,500 class B shares between December 15-19, part of a SEK 1 billion program totaling over 2.9 million shares. This supports shareholder value amid sustainable fashion efforts.
Sports Apparel Market to Reach $221.65 Billion in 2025
The sector grows from $210.58 billion in 2024, driven by major trends and influencing factors. Forecasts highlight continued expansion into 2025.
Jumia E-Commerce Attracts Takeover Interest from Axian
Africa's largest e-commerce platform could merge with telecom firm Axian for continental expansion in fashion retail. This signals rising M&A activity.
Investors Revive Interest in Fashion Tech with AI Focus
Silicon Valley backs AI startups transforming product design and sales, with patient investment in tech-savvy founders. This shift promises radical industry changes.
Fashion's Oldest Sales Strategy Drives 30% Growth in 2025
Brands leverage traditional formats like pop-ups for major sales increases, proving effective amid market challenges. This approach fuels expected 2025 revenue surges.
Fashion Summit Hong Kong Highlights Shared Supply Chain Responsibility
Cascale gathered leaders to discuss BBPPI 2025 insights amid global volatility, stressing collaboration between brands and suppliers. Textile innovation remains key.