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FW26 accessories trend predictions: Big faux fur, multi-belt styling and more

Business in the global accessory markets is booming, namely in handbags, belts, scarves, hats and jewelry. Several factors are pushing these categories upwards. These include the expansion of e-commerce and the impact of social media and influencer culture. Accessories are benefiting disproportionately because they are less expensive than full...

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Industry commentary: Emerging young fashion designers face growing challenges

A recent Fibre2Fashion article examines whether today’s fashion industry is supporting emerging designers as effectively as in the past, raising concerns about structural barriers that may be “leaving them behind.” The piece notes that historically, young designers helped drive innovation and cultural shifts in fashion, but now face increasing...

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Leicester Made & Regions 2026 highlights education and skills development in British fashion manufacturing

Leicester Made & Regions 2026 is positioning fashion education and skills development at the centre of its expanded programme, offering new opportunities for educators, students and early-career professionals to engage with the future of British fashion and textile manufacturing. Organised by Fashion-Enter Ltd, the two-day event will take place...

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Merryl Tielman: “I design innovatively, but not pretentiously”

Designer Merryl Tielman began her career as a creative exploring her path at the Rietveld Academy. After one year of fashion design, she switched to audiovisual studies, stating: “I felt limited in fashion.” Several jobs and a footwear design course later, it turned out she was closer to her calling than she had realised. She started making bags...

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MBFW Madrid and Copenhagen Fashion Week launch collaboration to explore synergies

Coinciding with Copenhagen Fashion Week (CPHFW), held in the Danish capital from January 27 to 30, 2026, the Danish event and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid (MBFWMadrid) have launched a collaboration. This initial phase establishes a framework for professional exchange between the two organisations. According to a statement from the...

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OECD-EUIPO study reveals strong links between counterfeiting and labour exploitation

Counterfeiting has long plagued the fashion industry, but a new joint study by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) reveals a darker reality: the illicit trade in fakes is inextricably linked to severe labour exploitation. Titled “From Fakes to Forced...

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Graduate to Watch: Ewen Danzeisen from HEAD Geneve

HEAD Geneve presented graduate collections from its MA students at its annual catwalk showcase in November 2025, and one of the talented students who stood out was Swiss-based designer Ewen Danzeisen, who presented 12 all-black looks combining tailoring with functional wear. Danzeisen’s ‘Meet the Crows’ collection drew inspiration from his own...

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H&M Design Award returns after six-year hiatus

After a six-year hiatus, Swedish fast fashion retailer H&M has announced the return of the H&M Design Award. This prestigious award helps emerging international design talent launch their careers in the fashion industry by providing financial resources and intensive mentoring. H&M announced the comeback in a press release. The competition...

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How a furrier blends tradition and reinvention

When discussing fashion, the first thing that comes to mind is often the image of a finished product. This could be a dress, a catwalk, or perhaps a shop window. Fashion, however, begins much earlier. The creation of that product involves a process that passes through a creative's imagination, the crafting of the piece and, crucially, the...

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Spring/summer 2027 trends seen at Milano Unica

The trends for the spring/summer 2027 season showcased at Milano Unica, a trade fair that recently concluded in Milan, are led by the Natural and Shadow concepts. The Sun theme stands out for a broader and more detailed selection. It maintains strong consistency with the imagery and needs of the summer season. The next edition of Milano Unica is...

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Sydney Sweeney to launch lingerie brand, already sparking controversy

Actress Sydney Sweeney, known for Euphoria and the recent film The Housemaid, is working on her own lingerie brand called Syrn. This was revealed in a teaser she recently shared on social media. Sydney Sweeney launches own lingerie brand This marks Sweeney's next step in her entrepreneurial ventures. It is not the first time Sweeney has been...

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Barbour Foundation and British Fashion Council launch education partnership following international growth

Heritage outerwear brand Barbour has announced a new education initiative in partnership with the British Fashion Council (BFC) that aims to support emerging talent across the UK fashion industry. The programme expands the Barbour Foundation’s commitment to education and community impact following the brand’s growing international success,...