Articles by Caitlyn Terra
Amazon taps into bargain hunters with 'Amazon Haul'
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In the battle for bargain hunters, Amazon is now launching 'Amazon Haul', a concept that will allow shoppers to find items that are all priced at 20 dollars or less. The new feature of Amazon's app and website is currently rolling out in the US. Through 'Amazon Haul' consumers can find electronics, home furnishings, fashion and lifestyle...
Modefabriek reinvents itself and changes its setting: 'We have a blank canvas again'
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Modefabriek is getting a revamp for the upcoming winter edition. The trade show is moving from Amsterdam to Vijfhuizen, a village in North Holland, offering space for even more innovation. FashionUnited spoke with Modefabriek CEO Caroline Krouwels about the process of change. Since its inception in 1996, Modefabriek has taken on many forms, but...
LVMH acquires minority stake in menswear brand Our Legacy
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LVMH Luxury Ventures, an investment arm of luxury group LVMH, has acquired a minority stake in Swedish brand Our Legacy, Business of Fashion reported exclusively. LVMH has not yet confirmed the deal. Our Legacy will reportedly use the investment to scale up its operations, kicking off its “next phase of growth” by expanding its store network to...
Entrepreneur and founder of Business Fashion Academy Zeynep Dag shares her best career advice
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A piece of advice can completely change the course of one’s career. What career tips have fashion professionals received, and what advice do they have for others? This time, we speak with entrepreneur, footwear designer, and founder of the Business Fashion Academy in the Netherlands and the brand Alzúarr, Zeynep Dag. What is the best career...
French group SMCP keeps turnover almost the same in third quarter
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French fashion group saw its turnover fall by 0.8 percent in the third quarter. After a dip in turnover in the previous quarters of the financial year, turnover in the third quarter remains virtually the same, according to the financial update. Turnover amounts to 292.6 million euros. The brands Maje and Sandro both show a modest plus in the...
Denim Deal rolls out: First Germany, now France, soon worldwide
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Back in 2020, a global group of industry leaders came together to sign a 'Denim Deal' committed to closing the denim loop. Now, following the opening of a regional 'Germany Hub' in September 2024 - as part of efforts to establish an ecosystem associated to the Denim Deal 2.0 - a new location is set to also launch in France on October 16....
Exhibition shows creativity and craftsmanship of Moroccan fashion designers
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"We do not want to reinforce stereotypes," says Ninke Bloemberg from the curatorial team of the exhibition 'MOḌA - Moroccan Fashion Statements'. For those looking to explore new facets of Muslim fashion and willing to broaden their perspective, the exhibition at the Centraal Museum in Utrecht, the Netherlands, is not to be missed. This...
Shein outlets are appearing on high streets, but are not from the Chinese giant
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Apparent Shein outlet stores have begun appearing on several shopping streets in both Spain and the Netherlands, the most recent popping up in Arnhem, Breda and The Hague. Yet, while seemingly operating under the same name, they are not from the Chinese fast fashion giant, a spokesperson for Shein emphasised to FashionUnited. Earlier this year,...
Mexx owner RNF Group acquired by HVEG Fashion Group
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Two Dutch fashion groups are joining forces: RNF Group is being acquired by HVEG Fashion Group, the parties announced in a press release. The acquisition still has to be approved by the Dutch Authority for Consumers and Markets. RNF Group owns, among others, Mexx, Fred de la Bretoniere and Shabbies. It also has licenses for the development and...
In Pictures: The first Dries van Noten show without Dries
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It was the moment everyone knew was coming: The first Dries van Noten show without the eponymous designer taking a bow at the end. Van Noten wasn’t entirely absent, however, as he had been subtly present to support the design team, various media reported prior to the event. The designer announced his retirement earlier this year, and in June, he...