Articles by Wietse van der Veen
Wietse is a fashion journalist at FashionUnited Benelux. Driven by his passion for fashion and writing, he enjoys visiting national and international fashion exhibitions and closely follows the latest trends, collections, and developments in the fashion world. Despite his love of digital media, a beautifully printed fashion magazine remains one of his favorite sources of inspiration.
Modefabriek SS27: 'Fashion can be fun again'
Report With temperatures over 20 degrees and the sun regularly disappearing behind the clouds, the Hembrugterrein in Zaandam, the Netherlands, set the scene for Modefabriek on Sunday and Monday. The trade show is also celebrating its 13th anniversary this year. While buyers scoured the stands to curate their SS27 collections, many brands also...
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Paris Fashion Week SS27 street style: how the fashion crowd is braving the heatwave
Following Milan Fashion Week, the international fashion caravan moves to Paris Fashion Week, where it is not just the collections that are drawing attention during the spring/summer 2027 edition. The street style outside the shows also offers plenty of inspiration. With temperatures reaching around 36 degrees, functionality becomes a key...
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Vinted expands into Australia
Lithuanian second-hand marketplace Vinted is expanding its international footprint with its official launch in Australia on July 1, a company spokesperson confirmed to FashionUnited. Although the official launch is scheduled for next month, retail trade publication Inside Retail reported that the platform is already operational, with listings...
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Mystery shoppers in fashion retail: from a monitoring tool to a coaching instrument
Interview Mystery shopping has long been a familiar tool in fashion retail for assessing in-store customer experience. Previously used primarily to monitor service agreements, its focus is increasingly shifting towards learning and improvement. Retailers now use insights from store visits as input for coaching, training and discussions on the...
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Isabel Marant and Havaianas join forces for first limited-edition collaboration
Brazilian flip-flop brand Havaianas and French fashion house Isabel Marant have launched a joint capsule collection. The collection was released on May 22, marking the first collaboration between the two brands. The capsule consists of four styles across two silhouettes. In addition to a rework of the classic Havaianas flip-flop, the...
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The Fabricant announces winners of AI Design Forward 2026
The Fabricant has announced the winners of Design Forward 2026, an international competition for emerging designers in the fashion industry who work with AI design tools. The 2026 edition marked the competition's debut. An international jury selected ten winners from a pool of 15 finalists. First prize was awarded to Reborn Myths by Tiia...
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Martan named winner of Visa Young Creators: Recycle the Runway 2026
Amsterdam-based fashion label Martan has been named the grand winner of the Visa Young Creators: Recycle the Runway programme by Global Fashion Agenda (GFA) and Visa, according to a press release. GFA is a non-profit organisation focused on making the fashion industry more sustainable. The announcement was made during the Global Fashion Summit:...
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AW26 streetstyle: Denim trends in silhouette, wash and detail
Denim maintains its prominent role in international streetstyle, proving more versatile than ever during the autumn/winter 2026 fashion weeks. Previously used primarily as a basic, the material is now taking on a more pronounced, stylised approach. From layered looks to striking details, denim is visibly evolving with the contemporary fashion...
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Collen Allen and Ponte among finalists of LVMH Prize 2026
The finalists for the 13th edition of the LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers have been announced. Among the selected designers is Belgian designer Julie Kegels. Kegels launched her fashion label in 2024, shortly after graduating from the Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. The LVMH Prize for Young Fashion Designers awards the main winner...
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Euratex: European textile and clothing industry contracts for third consecutive year
The European textile and clothing industry contracted for the third consecutive year in the 2025 financial year, according to the annual report from industry association Euratex. The report documents a continued decline in production, employment and confidence within the sector. The report shows that production volumes fell further in 2025....
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