The fashion industry balances change and innovation. Economic uncertainty, digitisation and sustainability are placing ever-increasing demands on leadership. FashionUnited asked four CEOs of fashion companies about the biggest misconceptions surrounding running a fashion business, their most important lessons and how they stay sharp when making...
May 16, 2025
Working in the luxury sector is a goal for many professionals, but a successful transition to a new position in this industry requires careful preparation, a well-defined strategy and a thorough understanding of market expectations. Here is essential advice to make this career change successfully. One: Understand rules and values of luxury The...
May 15, 2025
French luxury conglomerate LVMH is partnering with SKEMA (School of Knowledge Economy and Management) to create a new luxury retail course to be taught in the international business school’s new campus in Dubai to develop “top-tier talent for the luxury industry”. The strategic alliance aims to shape future luxury leaders with the creation of an...
May 13, 2025
German workwear specialist Strauss has created a new educational course for sustainability and textile innovation in Bangladesh. Strauss announced on Thursday that, from June, 60 students a year will be able to study for a bachelor’s degree in ‘Textile Engineering – Sustainability and Textile Innovation’ at the Ahsanullah University of Science...
May 9, 2025
Street culture, global growth, and a strong team spirit, SNIPES is a movement. Here's why it’s worth being part of it. From Germany to the world From one store in Essen in 1998 to over 800 locations across Europe and the US today, SNIPES has grown into a streetwear powerhouse, but always with its roots in hip-hop, action sports, and community....
May 7, 2025
As Generation Z (born between 1997 and 2012) and Generation Alpha (born from 2013 onwards) enter the workforce, fashion and luxury companies are prompted to ask themselves: do they have the means to attract, motivate, and retain this new talent? With the sharp increase in job hopping in certain sectors, companies are facing a high rate of...
Apr 10, 2025
“If you have a body, you are an athlete.” With these words, co-founder Bill Bowerman laid the foundation for a culture that still forms the heartbeat of NIKE, Inc. today. This belief doesn’t just fuel product design and marketing—it also shapes the way the company engages with its people. At Nike, inspiration and innovation are put to work to...
Mar 31, 2025
Navigating the fashion industry as a sales representative is a multifaceted role—one that requires a keen sense of market trends, strong client relationships, and a strategic approach to brand growth. Pauline Evers, Sales Representative at Fashion Club 70, plays a central role in expanding and positioning Studio.Clique, an up-and-coming Belgian...
Mar 20, 2025
In 2025, the international fashion company BESTSELLER celebrates its 50th anniversary. The celebration will include a design competition, inviting international design students and talents to create a capsule collection that interprets five decades of design. Since 1975, when BESTSELLER was founded, fashion has been a kaleidoscope of change, a...
Feb 20, 2025
According to market research and consulting firm Mordor Intelligence, the global children's wear market is expected to reach 353.20 million US dollars by 2029, growing at a rate of 5.35 percent annually. A rather encouraging outlook, even if in France, children's fashion has experienced a slowdown in recent years. Between optimistic forecasts,...
Feb 12, 2025
Negotiating a salary in a competitive and specialised sector like fashion can be a challenge. However, it can also be a turning point in your career, whether it’s to advance within a company or to take a new professional direction. Regardless of the position you are aspiring to, proper preparation will make all the difference. In this article,...
Feb 10, 2025
Hunkemöller, this new year, is not only celebrating its rich history but also paving the way for the future. With a renewed focus on emotional connections, innovation, and empowering employees, the brand is redefining its identity. In this interview, FashionUnited spoke with Karlijn Hendriks, Chief Human Resource Officer, and Daphne Koning,...
Jan 20, 2025