Articles by Alicia Reyes Sarmiento
Journalist and Audiovisual Communicator, Alicia Reyes Sarmiento (1999) has been part of FashionUnited since 2021. Focused on curating content for the Spanish and Latin American markets, she enjoys exploring global trends, covering industry events, and learning from conversations with key voices in the fashion sector. Passionate about innovation and sustainability, Alicia is currently delving into how artificial intelligence (AI) can enhance editorial processes and support more effective content strategies in the ever-evolving (fashion) news landscape.
Stradivarius strengthens its UK network with arrival in North East England
Spanish group Inditex continues to strengthen the international presence of its brands with the opening of the first Stradivarius store in North East England. The brand, known for its affordable and trendy fashion, has opened a 930-square-metre (10,000-square-foot) space in the Lower Red Mall area of the Metrocentre shopping centre, in...
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Regenerative agriculture in fashion: Kering and Inditex's fund expands its global reach
The Regenerative Fund for Nature, driven by Kering and Inditex in collaboration with Conservation International, has already integrated over 1.1 million hectares of agricultural land into regenerative agriculture projects across eight countries. It plans to expand to five more. This progress marks a significant expansion in both the fund’s...
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Jewellery brand Pandora latest victim of cyberattack
Danish brand Pandora, one of the largest global companies in the jewellery sector, has been the victim of a cyberattack. Although the company has clarified that no bank details or postal addresses have been compromised, personal information such as email addresses has been stolen. Pandora's case adds to a series of recent incidents that have...
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India's Lenskart acquires 80 percent stake in Spanish brand Meller for over 40 million euros
Lenskart, the innovative Indian eyewear company, has acquired an 80 percent stake in Meller, a digitally native sunglasses brand based in Barcelona. The deal, valued at over 40 million euros, marks Lenskart's first strategic move into the European market. The acquisition was announced in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Board of India....
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Lyst Index Q2: Miu Miu reclaims throne and footwear dominates global desire
In a global environment marked by geopolitical tension and signs of a possible recession, fashion consumption has not stopped. However, it has evolved to adapt to the conditions of an uncertain context. During the second quarter of 2025, consumers worldwide have shown an orientation towards strategic spending, with a strong emotional and...
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Inditex faces scrutiny over logistics emissions and labour practices in Bangladesh
Coinciding with its Annual General Meeting today, the Inditex group has been the subject of criticism from an international coalition of non-governmental organisations (NGOs). The NGOs, including Clean Clothes Campaign, FAIR and Public Eye, are urging the Galician multinational to review its logistics strategy and to intervene in response to...
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Desigual embraces artificial intelligence to expand its creative universe and optimise its operations
The emergence of generative artificial intelligence (AI) in the fashion industry has been as rapid as it has been provocative. First came astonishment, then experimentation, and finally, a more critical stage in which many brands are asking themselves: what role do we want to play in a creative ecosystem increasingly mediated by this technology?...
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Inditex reorders global leadership with changes at Zara Kids and Italy
Lorenzo Marcheselli, who until now led the Galician group's business in Italy, has been appointed the new director of Zara Kids. He replaces Begoña Costas, who is retiring after a 46-year career at the company, as reported by Modaes. Costas, a key figure within Zara's organisational structure, leaves behind a career marked by the consolidation...
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Altri strengthens its expansion in sustainable textiles with acquisition of AeoniQ
Portugal-based Altri, a producer of sustainably certified cellulosic fibres, is making a significant move into the textile industry by acquiring a majority stake in AeoniQ, a Swiss firm backed by the HeiQ group. This acquisition includes a capital increase and marks a decisive step in Altri’s diversification strategy. For several years, Altri...
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The Studio proposes new collaboration model between investors and agencies for international growth
In a context where brand culture is built from both narrative and operational structure, the traditional model of collaboration between brands and agencies appears to be falling short. London-based investment firm The Equity Studio, specialising in beauty, wellness and lifestyle brands, joined forces with The Studio, a platform integrating...
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