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Fashion Trends 2026: between minimalism and maximalism Lectra presents a summer of contrasts and value

With summer just a few months away, the fashion industry is confirming a structural transformation that is already underway: the definitive shift towards ‘premiumization’. But what will be the key garments, the dominant trends, and how are prices evolving? Lectra – a leading provider of industrial technology solutions for the fashion market, has...

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Rethinking Product Development: Why Fashion’s Next Competitive Advantage Will Be Visibility

Fashion has spent the last decade reinventing customer experience, branding and speed to market — yet one of the industry’s most commercially critical functions remains largely overlooked: product development. Behind every successful collection sits the complex concept-to-market process that determines whether a product is manufacturable,...

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Lectra reports lower Q1 revenue but anticipates a rebound in the second quarter

Lectra, a specialist in technological solutions for the fashion industry, unveiled its financial results for the first quarter of 2026 at the end of April. The company reported a decline in revenue amidst an unstable global macroeconomic climate. This was partially offset by the strength of its software subscriptions. Revenue impacted by trade...

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Lectra unveils a new version of Retviews, its AI-powered market intelligence solution for fashion brands

Lectra , a leader in industrial intelligence technology solutions, announces the launch of a new version of Retviews , its AI-powered market intelligence solution designed for fashion brands. In a market that is becoming increasingly complex and with pressure on brands intensifying, this new version serves as a true strategic ally. It aims to...

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How Chicago Protective Apparel Leveraged Lectra to Deliver Measurable Gains in Just Six Months

In high-hazard personal protective apparel, performance is non-negotiable. Manufacturers must balance uncompromising safety standards, complex product portfolios and growing demand, all while maintaining speed, quality and cost control. This is where Lectra—a global leader in industrial intelligence solutions—brings decisive value. By combining...

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Mid-market fashion reinvents itself: Why AW25 pricing signals industry shift

The autumn/winter 2025/26 season signals more than just another round of price increases in the fashion industry. It marks a broader shift among mass and mid-market brands attempting to create value in an uneven global economy. A new report from Retviews, an AI-powered intelligence platform by Lectra, has revealed that mid-market players have...

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OEKO-TEX® chooses TextileGenesis to advance digital traceability for organic cotton

Organic cotton continues to gain strategic importance in the global textile and apparel industry as brands, regulators and consumers increasingly demand credible sustainability claims and verified supply chains. This trend is reflected in the rapid expansion of the OEKO-TEX® ORGANIC COTTON certification, which recorded a 381% year-over-year...

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From stitch to scale report: a data-driven look at what’s really reshaping fashion manufacturing

Uncertainty has become the new normal for fashion. Tariffs, supply chain disruptions, excess inventory, and shifting consumer demand are putting unprecedented pressure on brands, retailers, and manufacturers. The new Retail Strategy Group x Lectra report “From stitch to scale” views into the structural pressures reshaping fashion today. Based on...

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Lectra reveals five key trends reshaping fashion in 2026

In a context marked by persistent geopolitical tensions, increased regulatory pressure around eco-responsibility, and a radical transformation driven by AI—placing data and digitalization at the heart of strategies—the fashion industry approaches 2026 with the need to fundamentally rethink its models. This ongoing transformation requires brands...

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How to achieve scalable growth in a mature market

The global fashion market is nearing a critical inflection point. Organic growth is slowing, and future expansion will depend on redistributing market share rather than relying on natural gains. While the market is projected to grow from $867 billion in 2025 to $1.64 trillion by 2033, apparel—the largest segment—will only see modest annual...

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Lectra Q3 results show resilience amid trade tensions

Lectra's consolidated financial results for the third quarter of 2025 showed resilience amid high international trade tensions, which continue to cause customer caution, particularly in important markets like China, India, and Mexico. Revenues for Q3 declined by 4 percent on a like-for-like basis , although the drop in new systems orders slowed...

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Animal Prints, High-Heels and Bright, Light Colors set to Dominate Summer Sales Demand

With the summer sales season well underway, consumers across the nation are making full advantage of the offers as discretionary spending decreases. But what items are most likely to make it out of the wish list and into the shopping cart for checkout? What are some of the key trends and essential wardrobe pieces that are in demand this summer?...