The fashion industry has reached a point where topics such as diversity and body positivity are the main focus points for brands and companies. In this new era, some brands—particularly those of the independent variety—have soared. Others such as Victoria’s Secret have experienced backlash and criticism for their lack in acting along with these progressive movements, which raises the question: How does a brand like Brandy Melville continue to maintain its popularity?Despite its popularity in the

As a preview of the Future Fabrics Expo in January 2020, C.L.A.S.S. key members will bring a selection of innovative and responsible materials to the UK. Two masterclasses will be held at The Sustainable Angle's West London studio on November 7.Based in Milan, C.L.A.S.S. is a unique multi-platform hub with a focus on integrating smart values into fashion, products and businesses. Since 2007, C.L.A.S.S. has become the global resource for smart material innovation, education, marketing and emp

Recently, the Japanese global apparel retailer, announced its launch in Vietnam during fall 2019. The store will be one of the biggest UNIQLO stores in Southeast Asia with 3,000 square meters at Parkson Saigon Tourist Plaza in District 1, Ho Chi Minh City.“Our entry into Vietnam is an exciting milestone for everyone at UNIQLO. The Southeast Asia region has been an important driver of growth for us, and we are pleased and optimistic about our opportunity to be a part of such an exciting economy a

Flip Fit, the first-of-its-kind social shopping platform, has been launched with a $3.75 million in seed funding to transform the fashion market. The first ever social media application enables users to receive a fitting room in their living room of items they specifically requested to try after seeing those items on friends and influencers they follow.Pic: Flip FitFlip brings all of the best parts of the in-person shopping experience, trying on different sizes and styles, seeing what your frien

In its judgment of 10th September 2019, the German district court in Hanover decided that it is not misleading to consumers when handbag manufacturers label vegan products with the terms ‘vegan leather’ or ‘apple leather’. Does that make sense?A contradiction in terms: vegan leatherEverybody is familiar with terms like ‘vegan sausage’, ‘soy milk’ and ‘vegan leather’ and it is clear that vegan sausages contain no meat and soybeans no milk. The same is true for vegan leather, which is not made fro

Trendstop brings FashionUnited readers a first look at the key womenswear themes emerging on the SS20 international runways.The Trendstop team give FashionUnited readers an exclusive look at three essential catwalk themes that will be informing the womenswear market for Spring Summer 2020. Refinement and sophistication are the basis of the season as designers advance sports, outdoor and youth themes to premium level. Incorporating aspects from across a variety of sectors creates a new generation

Innovative ideas evolving from Yorkshire’s unique textile heritage took centre stage at Future Fashion Factory’s first annual showcase on October 16. More than 100 guests from across the fashion and textile industry congregated at Salts Mill in Saltaire to celebrate the programme’s success in its first year, and learned more about the research and development taking place across the FFF community of designers, mills, technology providers and researchers.Garments were produced by the School of De

United By Blue (UBB) has announced its latest development in bison insulated outerwear –The Bison Ultralightjacket that utilises UBB’s proprietaryBisonShieldinsulation, made of 50% salvaged bison fibre and 50% wool. Weighing in at just under one pound, this jacket is designed to provide serious warmth at an accessible price point and can be packed down to store away in an overnight bag or backpack.Bison Ultralight jacket is available in men’s and women’s styles. © United By Blue“After six years

IntroductionThe leather sector has always been regarded as a high potential in industrialization and export-related discussions in Bangladesh. The fact that Bangladesh constitutes around 5% of the total livestock in the world.Figure:Sustainability, more value addition, athleisure and continuous shift in competitiveness are the major trends that are shaping the global leather market.This potentiality and expectation for the leather sector is coined as the ‘next growth engine’ of Bangladesh after

London-headquartered online fashion brand KOOVS recently announced its upcoming collaboration with Indian-origin designer Manish Arora, known for his focus on his trademark palette of pink and gold, to launch a capsule collection based on the theme ‘Love is Love’. The collaboration comprises elevated women’s wear pieces and introduces a Unisex category.The Unisex range includes key pieces inspired by Tuzki, a special rabbit emoji from WarnerMedia Entertainment Networks.This is Manish Arora Paris