Articles by Jule Scott
Ukrainian Fashion Week AW26/27 as an act of cultural continuity
Since its return to Kyiv in September 2024, Ukrainian Fashion Week has been held under conditions that repeatedly disrupt the regular rhythm of a fashion week. The autumn/winter 2026/27 edition was no exception. Between a postponed date and ongoing attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, with noticeable consequences for power and heat...
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Pitti Uomo: Simone Rocha to debut standalone menswear collection as guest designer
Simone Rocha is the next guest designer at Pitti Uomo. The designer will present the first complete menswear collection for her eponymous label at the 110th edition of Pitti Immagine Uomo, the Florentine trade fair organiser announced on Wednesday. Until now, Rocha has exclusively presented her menswear as part of her womenswear shows. Four...
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Pierre Houlès to lead digital transformation at Kering
Kering has appointed Pierre Houlès as chief digital, AI and IT officer. The French luxury goods group announced the appointment for the newly created position on Tuesday. Houlès joins the executive committee with immediate effect, reporting to Jean-Marc Duplaix, group chief operating officer. As chief digital officer, Houlès will advance the...
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Kathryn Smith to lead human rights risk strategy at Worldly
Worldly has appointed Kathryn Smith as vice president of human rights risk solutions. In this newly created position, she will be responsible for the company's social compliance and human rights strategy, the US technology provider announced on Wednesday. Smith joins from US retailer Walmart, where she worked for almost 12 years. Most recently,...
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Pieter Mulier's final collection: Alaïa refined, not reimagined
If this fall/winter 2026 season has proven one thing, it is that fashion can be divisive. Yet there remains one designer who has unified the industry throughout his career: Pieter Mulier. The Belgian designer delivered his emotional swan song at Alaïa during Paris Fashion Week, underscoring his status as every designer's favourite designer. On...
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Back on the podium: Puma's strategy for a top-tier comeback
In 2025, Puma recorded the highest net loss in its corporate history. The Herzogenaurach-based sporting goods manufacturer is in the midst of a profound strategic shift. This shift is painful in the short term but is intended to enable a return to the top tier in the long run. During a press call on Thursday, CFO Markus Neubrand confirmed the...
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Reset strategy impacts results: Puma falls deep into the red
German sportswear company Puma presented weak figures for the final quarter and the full 2025 financial year on Thursday morning. Strategic 'reset' measures introduced during the year significantly impacted revenue and profit. The group anticipates another transitional year with declining revenues for 2026. According to the figures provided,...
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Leadership change at Bally: Mario Grauso appointed CEO
Swiss heritage brand Bally has appointed a new chief executive officer. Mario Grauso succeeds Ennio Fontana, who is leaving the company. Grauso previously held a senior creative role at the brand. Industry publication WWD first reported the news on Tuesday. Grauso has over 20 years of experience leading international fashion and lifestyle...
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Thierry Conrad Reutenauer becomes chief marketing officer at Loewe
Spanish luxury fashion label Loewe has appointed Thierry Conrad Reutenauer as its new chief marketing officer. The company announced the appointment on Monday, February 9, 2026, confirming that Reutenauer assumes the role with immediate effect. In his new position, Reutenauer joins the executive committee and will oversee several key...
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A return to craft and contemplation for Haute Couture
What is the role of couture collections in 2026? It is a question designers seemed to be grappling with this haute couture season. Couture remains the pinnacle of luxury, yet in a world in flux, recent seasons have sometimes rendered its ostentatious creations more vanity project than wearable proposition. This season, however, some voices –...
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