Articles by Susan Zijp
Susan Zijp (1999) is a Dutch news editor at FashionUnited. She is interested in various topics within the fashion industry - ranging from E-commerce to China's tightening grip on the global economy. In 2024, she received her master's degree in New Media and Digital Culture from the University of Amsterdam.
H&M to create 'twins' of models with AI: "The possibilities are almost endless"
H&M joins the growing list of fashion companies utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in their online communications. The retailer will create digital "twins" of real models. These AI reproductions will be used in social media posts and marketing campaigns, provided the models give their consent. Thirty models, including Mathilda Gvarliani...
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Dutch brand Anna + Nina opens first UK store in London
Lifestyle brand Anna + Nina opened its doors to its UK store in London this week, according to a post on the brand's Instagram. The brand’s first store in London has a bright red front and is located at 54 Chiltern Street. The store is a new milestone in the growth of the brand, which now has five stores of its own. In addition to the store in...
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Old Navy innovates with Radar, uses RFID and AI for smarter inventory management
Old Navy, a brand under Gap Inc., is enhancing its retail operations through a new partnership with American technology company Radar. This collaboration aims to implement AI-powered RFID technology across all U.S. Old Navy stores to optimize inventory management, according to a Gap Inc. press release. Old Navy CEO Haio Barbeito stated that this...
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US increases imports ahead of possible tariff hikes
Imports from the United States increased by 12.1 percent in January 2025 compared to December 2024. This is probably due to American companies anticipating the tariff increases that President Donald Trump wants to impose on foreign goods, according to the latest World Trade Monitor (WTM) from the Netherlands Bureau for Economic Policy Analysis...
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Shein accused of counterfeiting Coach products
Tapestry, the American fashion group whose brands include Coach, has sued Shein for plagiarism. Coach's parent company accuses the Chinese e-commerce giant of violating its property rights and trademark, according to court documents. Tapestry alleges that Shein engages in misleading advertising and distributes products that closely resemble...
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Six fashion concepts for SS26 at Texhibition Istanbul
Fashion designer Belma Özdemir analysed more than 500 booths at the seventh edition of sourcing fair Texhibition in Istanbul. She focused on trends, colours and quality, creating two trend areas based on her findings, with three concepts each. These six SS26 concepts demonstrate how manufacturers and designers are shaping the future of fashion...
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CEO Spinnova announces departure after short period of time
Tuomas Oijala, CEO of Spinnova Plc, will step down from his position, with his last day of employment no later than September 12, 2025. Spinnova announced this in a press release. Oijala will remain in his role during his six-month notice period, focusing on continuing the current strategy and ensuring a smooth transition. Oijala joined Spinnova...
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From crisis to recovery: How Turkey's textile industry hopes to recover by 2026
Turkey is a strong export country. Foreign sales of textiles, raw materials and clothing play a crucial role in the national economy. In 2024, the sector generated around 7 percent of the country's total employment. Exports of textiles and ready-made clothing were worth 32.1 billion dollars (29.41 billion euros). On the world market, Turkey...
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In Pictures: David Koma's Blumarine debut show
Georgian-London based designer David Koma made his Milan Fashion Week debut as creative director of Blumarine. His AW25 collection is characterised by "dark romance." A recurring motif throughout the collection was the thistle, a symbol of protection and vulnerability, incorporated through crystal appliqués and silver detailing. Blumarine,...
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Suzano stops financing Woodspin, remains shareholder of Spinnova
Suzano, the Brazilian cellulose producer and investor of Spinnova's Woodspin plant that produces wood-based fibres, will not invest further in the next phase of its cooperation with the Finnish textile innovator and will temporarily stop financing the plant. Both companies are starting a strategic review of Woodspin and will renegotiate the...
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