Articles by Ole Spötter
Ole Spötter has been working as an editor for FashionUnited since the beginning of 2020. He studied fashion journalism in Düsseldorf, where he previously worked for a local culture magazine. In addition to everyday news, he focuses on current trends and specialises in sports and streetwear. For FashionUnited, he researches the economic relevance of topics within these areas.
Messyweekend expands into the Philippines
Messyweekend is pushing forward with its expansion in Southeast Asia, starting with a retail partnership for the Philippines. The Danish eyewear specialist is now available in 38 stores of the retail chain SM Retail in the Philippines, Messyweekend announced this week on the careers network Linkedin. The partnership represents an “important step...
BusinessMay 2, 2025
Rapha hires new chief brand officer from Belstaff
The cycling brand Rapha appoints Jodie Harrison as chief brand officer. Harrison announced her new position on LinkedIn on Friday. She stated that she had already been working for the British company as an external consultant since January, prior to her appointment in April. Before that, she spent around three and a half years in various...
PeopleApr 25, 2025
Luggage brand Peak Design raises 11 million euros
Peak Design raised 11 million euros in a recent crowdfunding campaign on the US crowdfunding platform Kickstarter. The US camera bag and luggage manufacturer announced on Thursday that it exceeded its funding target of 88,000 euros - the target amount was stated as 100,000 dollars - within 14 days for the launch of its new Roller Pro line of...
BusinessMemberApr 24, 2025
Hoka Comes to Berlin
Hoka is opening a new shop in Berlin. The US running brand is planning a new location on the popular Berlin shopping street Kurfürstendamm. So far, nothing more specific is known about the shop. What is clear is that the brand, which belongs to the US shoe provider Deckers Brands, has advertised various positions via FashionUnited's job platform...
RetailApr 23, 2025
Report: Saks global to cut more than 500 jobs
Saks Global is expected to cut further jobs this week. The reason for this is the merging of business units following acquisition of Neiman Marcus. The operator of Saks and Neiman Marcus is expected to lay off an estimated 550 employees, as reported by trade magazine WWD, based on sources. This number represents 3 percent of the Saks Global...
BusinessMemberApr 23, 2025
H&M Group: Cos Expands Range with Fragrance Line
Cos now offers its own fragrance collection. The fashion retailer, which belongs to the Swedish clothing group H&M Group, launched its first fragrance line this spring, Cos announced on Wednesday. This includes scented candles and perfumes. Currently, four fragrances are being launched, which are made in Grasse, France, which is known for its...
Fashion Apr 16, 2025
Drykorn appoints new Head of Marketing from Hugo Boss
Drykorn has announced the appointment of Berlin native Anni Oppermann as its new Head of Marketing, effective April 1. With a strong track record in brand strategy and emotional brand storytelling, Oppermann is set to play a key role in supporting the German fashion label’s international growth ambitions. Bringing over two decades of experience...
PeopleApr 14, 2025
Brioni: New Chief Marketing Officer joins from Prada Group
Brioni has a new Chief Marketing Officer. Flavio Cerbone is taking over as Chief Marketing Officer, the Italian luxury menswear brand confirmed in response to a FashionUnited request. WWD previously reported the news. In his new role, Cerbone will report directly to Brioni CEO Mehdi Benabadji. Cerbone was most recently Head of Communication at...
PeopleApr 14, 2025
Uniform-inspired womenswear: Batakovic brings Belgrade chic to New York
Batakovic Belgrade focuses on uniform-inspired womenswear and fabrics from Loro Piana. With this, the Serbian luxury brand now wants to inspire New Yorkers as well. The brand plays with various uniforms that founder Ivana Batakovic has always been fascinated by, she says in an interview with FashionUnited. She translates the associated aura of...
Fashion Apr 11, 2025
Intersport Group appoints new CEO
Intersport International Corporation GmbH (IIC) has appointed Tom Foley as its new chief executive officer (CEO). Foley will assume his new role with the Bern-based retail association effective July 1, IIC announced on Thursday. The appointment marks a new chapter for the Intersport Group, as the company reaffirms its commitment to strategic...
PeopleFeaturedApr 10, 2025