Articles by Jule Scott
Ssense seeks bankruptcy protection to block creditor-led sale
Canadian e-commerce platform Ssense has filed for bankruptcy protection. The company is said to be submitting an application under Canada’s Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), SSense confirmed in a statement to FashionUnited on Friday. The CCAA is a federal law comparable to bankruptcy protection that allows corporations to restructure...
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Prominence and underwear: PVH's focus for Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger
Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger are to become two of the world's most desirable lifestyle brands. This long-term goal has been set by PVH Corp, the US parent company of the two labels. “The second quarter marked another step on our multi-year journey to unlock the full potential of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger and to gradually build them into...
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Pvh exceeds expectations in second quarter despite margin pressure
US clothing group PVH Corporation (PVH Corp) performed better than expected in the second quarter of 2025. Despite a challenging environment, the company increased both its revenue and profit. The parent company of brands such as Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger announced this on Wednesday. The core brands played a significant role in this. They...
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Street style trends from Copenhagen Fashion Week
This week, Copenhagen Fashion Week took place, once again demonstrating why it is considered a melting pot for creative pioneers. Attendees opted for playful patterns, leaving behind familiar clichés, and combined accessories that balanced nostalgia with urban ease. A willingness to experiment with layering created surprising silhouettes, while...
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Veja expands to Denmark with new Copenhagen store
French trainer brand Veja has announced the opening of its first store in Denmark. The new shop, located in the Danish capital, Copenhagen, marks the brand's entry into the market following several years of significant growth within the Scandinavian region. The new retail space is situated at Pilestæde 40B, a street known for its quieter...
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Düsseldorf Fashion Days: New beginnings, established practices and the question of courage
Over the weekend, Düsseldorf was once again dominated by fashion. Summer temperatures provided a fitting backdrop for the collections of the upcoming spring/summer 2026 season at Düsseldorf Fashion Days. However, alongside light silhouettes and cheerful colours, one theme particularly characterised the event: "Courage as a Must-Have". At the...
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Bellotti's Hamburg soundscapes: A preview of his Jil Sander debut
Simone Bellotti brings Jil Sander back to Hamburg. But what does the new creative director's debut sound like and what does it reveal about his future direction for the brand? Even before his official catwalk debut as creative director of Jil Sander, Bellotti has offered a first glimpse into his vision. Instead of a fashionable tour de force,...
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Saucony opens first UK flagship store
US footwear brand Saucony has opened its first flagship store in the UK. The new store is located at 4 James Street in London and officially opened on June 21, as announced by the Wolverine World Wide Inc. subsidiary on Wednesday. The London location is intended to be more than just a retail space: with an integrated café, rooms for community...
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Is Milan Fashion Week a reflection of the creative leadership crisis in fashion?
How much change is too much change? It is a question that hung over Milan Men’s Fashion Week. At the end of a mere three day calendar, with once milan-loyal heavy-weight brands missing, the cities offerings not only felt sparse but subdued. Much of the turbulence is not Milan’s fault, per se. The past year has brought relentless transformation...
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Fewer compromises and more clarity: Buyers at German retailer Apropos share insights for SS26
The spring/summer 2026 season traditionally kicked off with Pitti Uomo. But while the Florentine menswear trade fair is dedicated to menswear, Apropos – The Concept Store focuses equally on womenswear and menswear from the very beginning of the season. For over 40 years, the concept store, with locations in Cologne, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, Berlin,...
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