Articles by Kelly Press
Anna Wintour resigning as Vogue US Editor-in-Chief after 36 years
Anna Wintour is stepping down as Editor-in-Chief of American Vogue, a role she has held since 1988. The announcement was made during a staff meeting on Tuesday. Wintour will remain Global Editorial Director of Vogue and Chief Content Officer at Condé Nast. The decision is part of Condé Nast’s ongoing global restructuring, which includes...
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Westminster MA menswear graduates showcase collections at Milan fashion week
Graduates of the University of Westminster's MA Menswear course showcased their collections on June 25, 2025, during Milan's official men's fashion week, Milano Collezioni Uomo. The event, held at the 247 Showroom, was supported by the UK Fashion and Textile Association (UKFT) and facilitated by the British Consulate in Milan. Eighteen designers...
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Diversity in retail: UK boards approach gender parity, ethnic diversity lags
The British retail industry is nearing gender parity at the board level, with women holding 47 percent of roles, up from 32 percent five years ago, according to a report by the BRC and The MBS Group. This progress is attributed to deliberate strategies like leadership development and D&I initiatives. However, wider diversity gaps persist. Ethnic...
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Podcast: British designer Amanda Wakeley discusses petite fashion with Jo Good
Join British designer Amanda Wakeley and the Style DNA for a conversation with Jo Good, also known as MiddleAgedMinx, an experienced BBC radio host, TV fashion presenter, and figure in the fashion industry. We'll discuss her experiences modifying a school uniform during her upbringing in Australia. Additionally, Jo will share her insights on...
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Podcast: Is recreational shopping ruining your style?
"In this episode, we delve into the damaging effects of 'recreational shopping,' a common habit that leads to wasted money, confusing personal style, and closets full of clothes yet nothing to wear. Drawing on over 25 years of styling experience, we define recreational shopping beyond planned outings to include any unexpected clothing purchases,...
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Podcast: Brazil's craft traditions and influence in fashion
This episode of Wardrobe Crisis focuses on the significant environmental issues within the fashion industry, and building on our exploration of Latin America, we delve deeper into Brazil this week. Clare interviews Agustina Comas, an industrial upcycler based in São Paolo. Additionally, it covers Brazil's rich craft traditions and the...
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Podcast: Pattern-printed and tailored fashion trends
This episode introduces the concept of 'whimsimod' to describe the recent trend of pattern-printed and tailored fashion. In exploring this reinterpretation of femininity, we discuss the aesthetic shift from 'kiki' to 'bouba' over the past year, the history of youth diffusion lines like Red Valentino and Blugirl, current trends in hemlines and...
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Podcast: Strategies for impactful branded merchandise
In this episode of The Branding Business School, Victoria stresses that high-quality, relevant branded merchandise is a powerful branding tool, not a trivial afterthought. She advises against cheap items that can harm brand image and advocates for designing appealing, useful products that resonate with the audience's lifestyle and values. This...
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Podcast: Scaling strategies for sustainable growth
Host of the "The Fashion Brand Clinic Podcast," Elizabeth Stiles, welcomes listeners back for Season 3 and announces the podcast is now also available on YouTube. This solo episode will explore the critical mindset adjustments and strategic pivots necessary for fashion brands that have reached six figures and are prepared to scale sustainably,...
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PUMA Go Wild Podcast: Amanal Petros' Inspiring Journey
Colin Jackson interviews elite long-distance runner Amanal Petros on the PUMA Go Wild Podcast. Amanal shares his journey from refugee in Germany to national marathon record holder, highlighting how running offered him purpose and belonging. He discusses adapting to a new environment, his professional running career, and the pivotal moments that...
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