Articles by Danielle Wightman-Stone
Danielle is a journalist based in London with over a decade of experience at FashionUnited, where she has been an editor since 2011. Her expertise lies in exploring the dynamic intersections of fashion, beauty, sports, and technology. Passionate about spotlighting emerging talent, Danielle also covers daily news, from launches to acquisitions, personnel changes and store openings, across the UK, US, and Canada.
UK retail businesses state they have already lost profits due to tariffs
Nearly three-quarters (71 percent) of UK retail businesses have already lost profits due to tariff impacts, according to new research conducted by Enable, the leading AI-driven rebate and pricing management platform. The global research of senior business leaders reveals that tariff volatility has become a critical threat to business...
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Harvey Nichols unveils plans to transform Knightsbridge flagship
Luxury department store Harvey Nichols has revealed the first stage of the transformation of its London flagship in Knightsbridge with a reimagined ground floor retail experience, as it looks to reassert itself as a global destination for fashion, accessories and creative innovation. The new-look space, set to open in September, is described as...
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Sailmaker Ratsey & Lapthorn launches handcrafted accessories
British brand Ratsey & Lapthorn, the world’s oldest sailmaker, is expanding into the lifestyle sector with a line of handcrafted leather and canvas bags inspired by its unique heritage. The expansion is described as a “bold new chapter” for the heritage brand, which has made sails for some of the world’s most iconic vessels, including Lord...
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Fred Perry introduces its first adaptive shirt
Japanese-owned British sports and fashion brand Fred Perry has launched its first-ever adaptive shirt to make its fashion more accessible. Based on the iconic Fred Perry ‘M3600’ classic twin tipped piece, the Adaptive Fred Perry Shirt has been crafted for increased ease of dressing by replacing the traditional buttons with two concealed magnetic...
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Moncler Grenoble to hold AW26 show in Aspen
Italian fashion brand Moncler Grenoble is heading to the US for its next outdoor immersive showcase. The brand will showcase its autumn/winter 2026 collection in Aspen, Colorado, on January 31, 2026, to mark Moncler Grenoble’s first American ski destination show for the brand. The move follows Moncler Grenoble previously holding alpine...
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Wacoal launches a bra that flexes across six sizes
Wacoal America has unveiled the ‘Ever Flexing Underwire Bra,’ a first-of-its-kind category-disrupting innovation engineered to flex across six traditional sizes, as it looks to redefine bra fits “to support women through every life stage”. The new bra has been designed in response to the realities of women's ever-changing bodies by adapting to...
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Diadora USA names new director of sales
Sportswear and footwear brand Diadora USA has appointed John Moloznik as its new director of sales to accelerate growth across American markets. Moloznik, who has more than a decade of high-impact experience in the sporting goods industry, has been brought on to drive Diadora’s sales strategy and deepen relationships with key wholesale partners...
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Signet Jewelers announces new senior leadership appointments
Signet Jewelers Limited, the world's largest retailer of diamond jewellery, which includes H. Samuel and Ernest Jones, has announced new senior leadership appointments, including a new president of Kay Jewelers and Peoples Jewellers. In a statement, Signet Jewelers named Yulie Yoakum as president of Kay Jewelers and Peoples Jewellers, Stacee...
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ISTO to drive international growth following partnership with Altaz Capital
Portuguese fashion label ISTO, which focuses on timeless wardrobe menswear staples, has announced a strategic partnership with Altaz Capital, an investment and operational firm specialising in supply chain optimisation, operations, logistics, international expansion, and financial strategy to support its international growth objectives. The...
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Primark launches mannequin to represent wheelchair users
Fashion retailer Primark has unveiled its first-ever seated mannequin, designed to represent wheelchair users, as part of its ongoing commitment to inclusion and better representation on the high street. The mannequin was inspired by and co-created with British TV presenter, author, disability advocate, and wheelchair user Sophie Morgan. It will...
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