Latest Fashion News
Paris couture season highlights: Iris van Herpen wows with FW25/26 technical couture
Iris van Herpen's Haute Couture Fall/Winter 2025/2026 collection drew attention for its experimental materials and 3D-printed silhouettes during Paris couture week, reinforcing her reputation for tech-driven fashion and artisanal craftsmanship.
Holiday retail spending holds as promotions fade, shoppers pay fuller prices
Analysts report consumers are paying closer to full price this holiday season as promotional activity declines, supporting resilient apparel sales across selected retailers, according to CNBC coverage of holiday shopping trends.
Fast fashion environmental impact under renewed scrutiny
A new analysis reiterates the significant environmental footprint of fast fashion—highlighting chemical pollution, plastic waste and carbon emissions—and renews calls for industry regulation and circular models.
US economic growth supports apparel demand into late 2025
Stronger US GDP growth in Q3 2025—driven by consumer spending—has helped sustain demand for clothing and fashion goods, according to a Fibre2Fashion summary of BEA data.
High-end brands release limited holiday capsules to boost margins
Luxury and designer labels are increasingly issuing limited holiday capsule collections to capitalize on gift buying and improve margins as discounts decline, a trend visible across recent seasonal drops and designer launches.
Resale and circular fashion platforms expand inventory for post-holiday shopping
Resale marketplaces report rising supply and user activity as consumers resell holiday gifts and retailers partner with recommerce platforms to reduce returns and extend product lifecycles.
Sustainability pledges face calls for stronger regulatory oversight
Environmental groups and journalists argue that voluntary sustainability pledges from fashion companies are insufficient, urging enforceable rules to address pollution and waste across global supply chains.
Independent designers spotlight craftsmanship in couture showcases
Couture season continues to elevate small, independent designers who emphasize artisanal techniques and bespoke production as differentiators from mass-market fast fashion.
Retail advisory firms note inventory shifts and assortment tightening
Retail advisors report that brands are trimming assortments and managing inventory more tightly to avoid discounting, aligning assortment strategies with stronger-than-expected consumer demand.
Media and fashion channels amplify seasonal runway content
Fashion media outlets and channels increased coverage of couture and holiday collections, streaming show highlights and interviews to capture viewers during the peak gifting season.