How Venice Sustainable Forum revs up for its 5th edition A view of Venice (Ph. M.C. Pavarini) The Venice Sustainable Fashion Forum is gearing up for its fifth edition scheduled for November 5 and 6, 2026, in Venice, Italy, on the Island of San Giorgio at the Giorgio Cini Foundation.
IED Milan gets 60 and launches new graduate show concept: “Dialogue is key” A look by Zhu Zeminghui (Ph. IED Milano/Paolo Consaga In Milan, during the most recent Fashion Week, IED—the European Institute of Design—presented “The Process,” a new chapter featuring the final fashion show by 14 students. To mark
Three must-read books by Marina Spadafora, Mohsin Sajid, and Zennure Danışman From left: books by Marina Spadafora, Mohsin Sajid and Zennure Danişman Returning from holidays, getting back to school, and finding a new working rhythm—that’s all about the month of October. Finding time to read books that disclose unexpected themes,
Riccardo Bilancioni, new CEO at Marzotto Wool Manufacturing, takes his first steps Fratelli Tallia Di Delfino portal Riccardo Bilancioni is the new CEO of Marzotto Wool Manufacturing, the wool division of the historic Italian textile holding Gruppo Marzotto. Having held top management positions at major companies, including Brioni and Coltorti,
Marta & Glenda Goldschmied (AKA Gold Girl Co.) and Officina39 start collaboration Glenda (left) and Marta Goldschmied (right) with Andrea Venier At Kingpins Amsterdam, on 14th and 15th October, a new unconventional capsule collection will debut—Renegade Renaissance. The project originates from a collaboration between the Italian chemical specialist Officina39 and
How Rinascente is debuting in travel experience Mariella Elia and Domenico Pelligrino Rinascente, the historic Italian department store chain, has opened its first Rinascente Travel Concierge by Bluvacanze at its Milan location. Already known for its wide range of fashion, design, beauty, food products and many other services all under
Miu Miu revamps Wrangler jeans and hypes street fashion mistakes Miu Miu Sporty dresses and crystals. Vintage Wrangler jeans and ropes. Clashing checks and sporty tops. Creased silk dresses. New Balance sneakers in bright hues. Miu Miu continues to hit the right chord as representing real life nonchalant fashion mistakes,
How Zanni’s seamless knitwear takes center stage in Paris “Inside The Knit” exhibition in Paris (Ph. Zanni) In Paris, Zanni, a long-time Italian knitwear specialist, organized the exhibition “Inside The Knit. Experience the Evolution of WholeGarment,” , on September 23 and 24, 2026. A few days before Paris Fashion Week,
An energetic White Milano: more fresh brands and international affluence White Milano (Ph. White Milano) White Milano has closed its last edition held from 24 to 27 September characterised by a load of fresh energy various inspiring new brands. While it confirmed its presence in the Tortona District with two
Why Green Day’s fans can’t miss this movie Green Day in a scene of Nimrods What would you do if you received a phone call inviting the band you play with to open Green Day’s New Year’s Eve concert in LA? You would immediately leave–even if your brother played a
Why Italian and French fashion federations are getting allied A moment of the Round-Table meeting hosting the Italian and French representatives On 25 June in Cannes, The Italian Fashion Chamber (Camera Nazionale Della Moda Italiana-CNMI) and the French Fédération De La Haute Couture Et De La Mode (FHCM) have signed
Energy, optimism, and 4,500 visitors marked the latest Pitti Bimbo and Pitti Filati Pitti Immagine Bimbo Just a few hours before the close of the latest editions of Pitti Bimbo and Pitti Filati, 4,500 visitors had been registered at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, more than half of whom
How high-tech will dominate next Premiere Vision edition Premiere Vision Paris is getting ready for its next edition taking place in Paris Nord Villepinte, Parc Des Expositions, in a new time slot—from September 1 to 3, 2026–dedicated to innovation and technology. Occupying three halls, the show will bring together more than
Diane von Furstenberg has a new creative director Henry Zankov Henry Zankov will be the new creative director of Diane von Furstenberg (DVF), the American designer brand named after its founder, who created it in 1972 with the goal of empowering women. It is known for its iconic wrap dress,
How The Lycra Company has completed its restructuring process Dean Williams The Lycra Company has successfully completed its financial restructuring and emerged from Chapter 11 protection on May 20. The global developer of innovative fibers for apparel and personal care has established a new financial structure that will enable it
The Authentic Brands Group buys Lee Lee The Authentic Brands Group global brand and entertainment platform has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Lee, one of the historical global denim brands from Kontoor Brands, a few days after the announcement of the company. “Authentic sees Lee as a natural fit
Some changes could occur at Gruppo Florence for Attila Kiss and Fabrizio Ciaifrei According to market sources, Gruppo Florence could soon have a new leadership. In a few weeks its current CEO, Attila Kiss, could be appointed chairman, while the current general manager, Fabrizio Ciafrei, could become the group’s CEO.
Shein has set its sights on Everlane Everlane Shein, the most criticized Chinese ultra-fast fashion group, is said to have acquired one of the US most sustainable and committed fashion brands–Everlane. According to the American press, the L Catterton luxury holding, its main shareholder, has sold the brand for US$100 million. From
Gyrus Capital enters ACBC to finance innovation hub and speed up growth ACBC Innovation Hub, Milan Milan is home to a new hub dedicated to innovation in fashion, luxury, and lifestyle. It is the innovation hub of ACBC, an R&D consulting firm whose name stands for “Anything Can Be Changed.” The
Kingpins China-Hangzhou is warming up its motors Kingpins China-Hangzhou visitors The next edition of Kingpins China-Hangzhou is nearing as it will take place on May 21-22 Denim trends taking place at run at ADM More in Hangzhou’s Gonshu District. Various themes and initiatives will characterise it. Among them they will