Articles by Don-Alvin Adegeest
Shoppers are feeling the January blues
In a sobering assessment of Britain's retail landscape, the latest British Retail Consortium (BRC) opinion consumer confidence survey reveals a nuanced picture of economic anxiety. Consumer confidence has taken a significant hit, with expectations for the state of the economy plummeting to a new low of -34 in January, a marked decline from...
Retailloading...
The Rise of Temu: Disruption, convenience, and the hidden costs of hyper-consumerism
In an era of digital marketplace transformation, Temu has emerged as a lightning rod for both economic innovation and critical scrutiny of contemporary consumption patterns. The platform's meteoric rise — achieving a 53 percent year-on-year growth in monthly active users in the United Kingdom — represents more than a digital success story; it...
BusinessMemberloading...
Milan Men's Fashion Week navigates global turbulence and industry evolution
Against a backdrop of unprecedented global events — from devastating Los Angeles wildfires that have imperiled the city's robust retail infrastructure to a geopolitical ceasefire in the Middle East and a pivotal US presidential transition — Milan Men's Fashion Week stands at a critical juncture, demonstrating the resilience of luxury fashion...
BusinessMemberloading...
David Lynch leaves a legacy that dressed cinema's dark dreams
The death of American filmmaker David Lynch last week has left an irreplaceable void in cinema, marking the end of a visionary career that revolutionised the entertainment world. Lynch’s influence on fashion extends far beyond his cinematic aesthetics, penetrating the industry through his distinctive visual language and exploration of the...
Peopleloading...
Fashion meets fine art in landmark Louvre exhibition
The Musée du Louvre is set to break new ground with "Louvre Couture", an ambitious exhibition exploring the connection between high fashion and classical art. Opening on January 24, the show promises to illuminate the historical dialogue between couture and decorative arts in unprecedented depth. Spanning nearly 9,000 square metres within the...
Cultureloading...
UK retailers show resilience despite December headwinds
Non-food retailers demonstrated unexpected strength in December 2024, despite overall retail sales declining 0.3 per cent month-on-month, according to data from the Office for National Statistics. The sector posted a 1.1 per cent increase in sales volumes, driven by a particularly strong performance in clothing, which saw a 4.4 per cent rise....
Retailloading...
Jacquemus returns to Paris Fashion Week with Apple partnership
French fashion house Jacquemus, renowned for its cinematic runway presentations in countryside locales, is making a much-anticipated return to Paris Fashion Week, this time with a high-tech twist. For its upcoming collection, Jacquemus will collaborate with Apple to revolutionise the way fashion is captured and shared. In a statement on...
Fashionloading...
Slowear streamlines portfolio in strategic brand consolidation
Italian luxury group Slowear is set to consolidate its stable of specialist brands under a single umbrella, marking a significant shift in strategy for the business known for its premium casualwear. The Milan-based company, which built its reputation on high-end trousers through its Incotex line, will merge its portfolio of category brands...
BusinessMemberloading...
Proenza Schouler founders exit namesake label. Is Loewe their next stop?
Proenza Schouler, the New York-based luxury fashion house, announced that founders Jack McCollough and Lazaro Hernandez will step down as creative directors effective January 31st. While the fashion industry has been speculating the designer duo is headed to Loewe, with LVMH rumoured to announce Jonathan Anderson is moving to Dior, the news of...
Fashionloading...
Luxury industry faces headwinds: Pessimism grows amid economic pressures
After years of exceptional growth fueled by surging demand, price increases, and the dominance of megabrands, the luxury industry is facing a significant slowdown. Between 2019 and 2023, the sector achieved a 5 percent annual growth rate, driven by record profitability and strong performance in China, but by 2025, macroeconomic headwinds and...
Business|Report Memberloading...