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.
New Look secures 30 million pounds to fund digital growth plan
High street fashion retailer New Look, one of the UK’s leading womenswear brands in the 18-44 sector, has secured a 30-million-pound investment from its shareholders to accelerate its digital transformation and optimise its online experience for customers. The retailer said the significant investment would “supercharge” its digital growth as it...
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Temperley London launches resale platform
British fashion brand Temperley London has launched a dedicated resale platform in the UK, offering a simple and authenticated way to buy and sell original pieces from the brand. In a statement, Temperley London said that the resale platform, called Temperley Vintage, powered by Faume, was rooted in the brand’s philosophy that garments should be...
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Away That Day teams up with Gigi & Olive to launch bridal swimwear
Luxury sustainable swimwear brand Away That Day has partnered with bridal and gifting brand Gigi & Olive to create an eco-conscious swimwear collection designed for brides-to-be and their bridal parties. The bridal capsule collection combines classic bridal details with Away That Day’s best-selling styles to create “a piece for every bridal...
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T.M. Lewin returns to the British high street
British shirtmaker and menswear brand T.M. Lewin has returned to the high street with a new flagship store in the City of London, following a five-year hiatus. Located at 44 Bow Lane, the new store has been designed to appeal “to modern professionals” and features an in-house tailoring service where customers can personalise their suits and...
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Sainsbury’s names former M&S chief as non-executive director
British supermarket chain Sainsbury’s has appointed Katie Bickerstaffe, former Marks and Spencer co-chief executive, as a non-executive director. In a statement, Sainsbury’s said that Bickerstaffe would be a member of the Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability Committee and the Nomination and Governance Committee. Bickerstaffe is a highly...
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Vogue Williams launches new kidswear brand
Irish presenter and podcaster Vogue Williams has launched a new unisex kidswear brand in collaboration with Poeticgem’s brand and marketing division, Luminoso. The kidswear brand, called Gen, caters for children aged 2 to 8 years old and reimagines childrenswear with a focus on versatility, durability, and timeless design, responding to the...
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Blenders Eyewear names Jack Gray as its new CEO
Blenders Eyewear, part of the Safilo Group, has appointed Jack Gray as its new chief executive officer, succeeding the brand founder Chase Fisher, who will transition into a new role as the company’s brand evangelist. In a statement, Blenders Eyewear said that Gray’s two decades of experience building and scaling global brands would drive the...
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Gieves & Hawkes launches shop-in-shop at Flannels
British luxury tailor Gieves & Hawkes has opened a concession within Flannels Leeds, bringing Savile Row to the North-East. The 600-square-foot shop-in-shop is located on the second floor of Flannels, sitting alongside luxury brands, including Burberry, Alexander McQueen, and Tom Ford, and has been designed to reflect the aesthetic of Gieves &...
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Kate Spade New York to launch affordable collection with Target
American fashion and lifestyle brand Kate Spade New York, known for its colourful and quirky aesthetic, is teaming up with Minneapolis-based retailer Target to launch an exclusive limited-time affordable collection of fashion, home and entertaining essentials. The Kate Spade New York x Target collection, launching on April 12, features more than...
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Gabriela Hearst launches its first sustainably made sneaker
Luxury fashion brand Gabriela Hearst has launched its first sustainably crafted sneaker, featuring materials that have a lower impact on the environment. The Ohio, which debuted on the catwalk during Gabriela Hearst’s spring/summer 2025 show, has been designed to reflect the brand’s foundations in quality and craftsmanship while lowering its...
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