Data compiled by FashionUnited shows that despite the struggling economies, the Old Continent?s apparel sales are recovering from deflection. Total apparel retail turnover across the seven leading markets (Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, The Netherlands, Spain and the UK) noted a year-on-year increase of 0.5 percent in the second quarter. Data provided by CBS, Destatis, INE, Istat, INSEE, ONS, Statbel, Eurostat and analysed by FashionUnited points out an upward trend in sales for the Europea

The New Minimal – Jennifer Lawrence is back for the fall 2013 advertisements from Dior's "Miss Dior" handbag line. The American actress poses for Daniel Jackson in a series of studio images showcasing the bags' quilted styles and chain detailing. Jennifer wears a grey coat and messy updos in the minimal snaps with styling by Tiina Laakkonen. Source: Fashion Gone Rogue.

Roberto Cavalli Autumn/Winter 2013 | Source: Cavalli Italian fashion house Roberto Cavalli reported a 20 percent rise in first-half core earnings, boosted by new outlets and rising royalties, it said on Thursday. The group, headed by the Florentine designer whose collections feature animal prints and leather-fringed jeans, said it made earnings before interest, tax depreciation and amortisation of 8.7 million euros ($11.5 million). Consolidated net sales rose 7 percent to 97 million eur

According to the British Retail Consortium, the prices of British clothing continued to fall in August, with retailers discounting new stock as it comes in. Womenswear, menswear and childrenswear all saw prices deflate 9.3 percent, with the price falls decelerating from July’s rate of 9.7 percent. Footwear reported a slight acceleration in its deflation rate. The BRC said August was a transitional month for clothing, but discounts were at “elevated levels" at the moment. It added this w

All fashion brands and retailers that have been producing clothes at one of the factories affected by the Tazreen Fashions fire and the collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Dhaka, Bangladesh have been asked to attend a meeting discussing the compensation for the victims and their families on 11th and 12th September in Geneva. The meeting has been convened by IndustriAll Global Union and will be chaired by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) as a neutral and independent party. Repres

It girls, breathe easy. Alexander Wang has your back this season. Maintaining the throne as king of downtown chic, Wang has kept his accessory game tight, redefining what it means to layer in the early autumn. The designer sweatshirt has solidified its place on the streets in every major fashion capital over the past few seasons (Miroslava Duma, we’re looking at you), and Alexander Wang gives it a fresh direction by creating entire tracksuits void of ‘90s inspiration. Suddenly, head-to-toe ta

After a week of speculating what the highly anticipated collaboration between Stella McCartney and Gwyneth Paltrow could bring, WWD is putting our minds to rest with a sneak peek at the collection and an intimate interview between the BFFs. The power duo—who met through celebrity personal trainer Tracy Anderson and spend their time hosting English garden parties in the Hamptons (nbd) and taking poolside Instagrams—we’re quick to point out that despite the collab seeming like a no-brainer, th

Victoria's Secret media relations Victoria's Secret is facing a deluge of competition from lingerie start-ups that seek to challenge the brand. Brands like AdoreMe, Intimint, and True & Co. are trying to seduce Victoria's Secret customers with lower prices and more tailored selections. AdoreMe offers direct-to-consumer lingerie at about half of Victoria's Secret prices. Intimint asks customers to take a quiz and sends them new lingerie selections every month, based on their pref

Athletic apparel company Pearl Izumi has pulled an ad that insinuated a new shoe design would enable dog owners to run their companions to death. The print ad says in part: "This undeniable smoothness translates into less work for your legs, so you get into your zone faster and feel like you could stay there forever. Sure not everyone will appreciate your increased efficiency, but, ironically, not everyone was born to." By "everyone," the company meant man's best friend — above the text

British fashion label Basso & Brooke has announced the launch of Basso & Brooke Studio, a menswear line featuring casual men's apparel and accessories. Helmed by design duo Bruno Basso and Christopher Brooke, the former Fashion Fringe winner’s have been on a bit of a hiatus as of late, and now we know why, as their new menswear line has taken more than 18-months to develop. "Menswear is a natural progression for our label and since the very beginning is something that has been requeste