Latest Fashion News
CFDA Bans Fur at New York Fashion Week Starting 2026
The CFDA announced a fur ban for NYFW runways from September 2026, excluding fur from Indigenous traditional hunting. This follows bans in London, Copenhagen, and others, driven by Humane World for Animals and Collective Fashion Justice. It pressures more brands to eliminate fur in 2026.
Major Brands Back Revived Circulose for Recycled Fibres
Swedish company Circulose relaunches with backing from Bestseller, C&A, H&M, Mango, and others to scale recycled cellulosic fibre production. The new strategy focuses on long-term partnerships for sustainable textiles. This marks a key step in circular fashion.
Nike Commits to Compensating Garment Workers
Nike is finally compensating garment workers, highlighted as positive sustainable news for January 2026. This addresses long-standing labour issues in supply chains. It aligns with broader industry pushes for fair wages.
Bastet Noir Shifts to Preorder Model with Deadstock Fabric
Rated 'Great' brand Bastet Noir adopts a preorder production model using only deadstock fabric to cut waste. This emphasizes elevated craftsmanship and purposeful garments. The change reduces overproduction in fashion.
ZEROBARRACENTO Partners with Sustainable Milan Tailoring Lab
Italian brand ZEROBARRACENTO collaborates with Associazione Spazio 3R for lower-waste outerwear production. The lab supports job placements, training for women, and manual crafts. This promotes social and environmental sustainability.
2026 Fashion Trends Predict Indie Sleaze Revival
Indie sleaze is set to dethrone Y2K, featuring skinny silhouettes, leopard prints, and grungy imperfection amid economic parallels to 2008. Tory Burch flats and vintage slip dresses gain traction. Clean Girl minimalism fades.
Garish Opulence and DIY Trends to Dominate 2026
Expect campy, ballroom-inspired opulence with faux fur, sculptural shapes, and repurposed thrifted items replacing quiet luxury. Techniques like repurposing scarves and sweaters emphasize creativity over new buys. Recession drives absurd extravagance.
2010s Return with Skinny Jeans and 80s Party Dresses
Runways signal 2010s revival including skinny jeans, pumps, drop-waist skirts from Chanel and Chloé, and 80s power shoulders with floral prints. Celebrities like Alexa Chung pioneer the shift. Y2K exhaustion paves the way.
Paris Fashion Week 2026 Key Dates Announced
Paris Men's Fall/Winter 2026-2027 runs Jan. 20-25, Haute Couture Spring/Summer Jan. 26-29, and Women's Fall/Winter March 2-10. NYFW is Feb. 12-17, influencing global trends and economy. Events drive industry revenue.
Fashion Industry Demands Hybrid Leaders in 2026
Fashion converges on hybrid leadership blending operational rigour with creative fluency over single-track experts. This model suits evolving challenges in brand management. CEOs must adapt to hybrid demands.
Predictions: Demna's Gucci to Be a Hit in 2026
Experts predict Demna's Gucci tenure will succeed, alongside designers buying back brands and improved Italian manufacturing. These shifts signal industry restructuring. More changes expected.
Global Fashion Group Redeems €31.8M Bonds
GFG received redemption notices for €31.8 million of Convertible Bonds due 2028 via put option exercise. This financial move impacts the group's liquidity. Bondholders trigger early redemption.