(IN BRIEF) Kering has unveiled its ReconKering strategy, a comprehensive transformation plan aimed at restoring brand desirability, strengthening operational performance, and positioning the Group for long-term leadership in the evolving luxury market. The strategy combines a renewed focus on traditional … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Financial, France, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Media, Technology
Tagged Alexander McQueen, Balenciaga, Bottega Veneta, Boucheron, brand strategy, Brioni, Capital Markets Day, digital transformation, Dodo, fashion houses, Google, Gucci, Kering, Kering Details Comprehensive Plan to Rebuild Performance and Lead the Future of Luxury, Kering Introduces Strategic Roadmap to Navigate Next Phase of Luxury Industry Evolution, Luca de Meo, luxury industry, Pomellato, Qeelin, ReconKering, Saint Laurent, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Kering has formed a strategic partnership with ICCF and acquired a minority stake in the fashion group to support the growth of its flagship brand ICICLE. The collaboration combines ICCF’s deep understanding of the Chinese luxury market with … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Financial, France, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Technology
Tagged accessories, brand development, Chinese luxury market, craftsmanship, fashion industry, Global Expansion, House of Wonders, ICCF, ICICLE, Kering, Kering Expands House of Wonders Initiative with Investment in ICCF and Focus on ICICLE Global Growth, Kering Launches Strategic Collaboration with ICCF to Develop Next Generation Luxury Brand ICICLE, luxury brands, luxury fashion, minority investment, Paris, ready-to-wear, Shanghai, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Zalando has launched the fifth edition of its Design Academy, challenging 100 designers to rethink clothing fit through digital grading and inclusive design practices. In partnership with VORN – The Berlin Fashion Hub, the 16-week program focuses on … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Berlin, Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Marketing, Retail, Technology
Tagged 3D design software, CLO, digital grading, Diversity And Inclusion, emerging designers, fashion innovation, fashion technology, garment design, inclusive fashion, Lara Gesche, size inclusivity, sustainable fashion, VORN The Berlin Fashion Hub, Zalando, Zalando Design Academy, Zalando Design Academy V Focuses on Inclusive Sizing and Digital Innovation to Redefine the Perfect Fit
(IN BRIEF) Brenntag has signed an exclusive global distribution agreement with Insempra to introduce CosVivet™ ActiLipid O7, a biotechnology-derived Omega-7 biolipid, to the Beauty & Personal Care market. The ingredient, set to launch at in-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris, combines … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Chemicals, Germany, Industrial, News, Technology
Tagged beauty and personal care, biotechnology ingredients, Brenntag, Brenntag Expands Sustainable Beauty Portfolio with Exclusive Insempra Ingredient Agreement, Brenntag Partners with Insempra to Launch Innovative Omega-7 Biolipid for Global Beauty Market, CosVivet ActiLipid O7, in cosmetics Global 2026, Insempra, Jens Klein, Michael Wilkop, Omega 7 biolipid, Precision Fermentation, skincare innovation, sustainable cosmetics
(IN BRIEF) Symrise has introduced Mindera® Euca, a new plant-based ingredient that enhances product protection and sensorial performance in rinse-off personal care products. As part of the Mindera® platform, the ingredient extends the company’s patented technology to a wider range … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Security & Safety, Technology
Tagged Advika Juliet, Care and Wellness, Clean Beauty, cosmetic ingredients, in cosmetics Global 2026, Mindera Euca, Mindera platform, personal care innovation, plant based ingredients, Product Protection, rinse off formulations, sensory experience, sustainable cosmetics, Symrise, Symrise Expands Mindera Platform with New Plant Based Ingredient for Rinse Off Personal Care Applications, Symrise Introduces Mindera Euca to Enhance Product Protection and Sensory Experience in Cosmetics
(IN BRIEF) BASF is introducing its “Beyond Beauty: Authentic+” concept at in-cosmetics Global 2026 in Paris, focusing on authenticity, emotional well-being, and sensory experiences in personal care. The initiative encourages a move away from digitally enhanced beauty standards toward more … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Chemicals, Environment, Financial, France, Germany, Government, Investment, Management, Marketing, Media, Science, Technology
(IN BRIEF) Adyen is expanding its checkout-based donation feature, Adyen Giving, in partnership with adidas to additional markets across Europe and Latin America. The initiative allows customers to donate to organizations such as UNHCR and Special Olympics during the checkout … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Berlin, Business, Economy, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Marketing, Netherlands, Retail, Technology
Tagged adidas, Adyen, Adyen and adidas Expand Global Checkout Donation Initiative to Support International Charities, Adyen Giving, Adyen Strengthens Partnership with adidas to Drive Accessible Consumer Giving Worldwide, Alexa von Bismarck, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, charitable giving, checkout donations, consumer donations, fintech, Global Expansion, Matthias Koeppel, retail technology, Special Olympics, Special Olympics Germany, Terry Fox Foundation, UN Refugee Agency, UNHCR
(IN BRIEF) Beiersdorf has introduced a €100 million second-generation Skin Care Innovation Fund to expand its venture capital activities and support innovation in skin care. The fund focuses on startups in life sciences, sustainability, AI, and digital health, investing globally … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Environment, Financial, Germany, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Technology
Tagged artificial intelligence, Ascan Voswinckel, Beiersdorf, Beiersdorf Strengthens Global Innovation Ecosystem with Second Generation Skin Care Investment Fund, biotechnology, corporate venture capital, DePoly, digital health, Gitta Neufang, innovation ecosystem, life sciences, longevity science, Melt and Marble, microbiome research, R&D, S Biomedic, skin care innovation, Skin Care Innovation Fund, sustainability, turbine, venture capital, Vincere Biosciences
(IN BRIEF) Kering has announced the first group of 10 fellows selected for its Kering CRAFT program, a new international residency developed in partnership with Shanghai Fashion Week to support emerging Chinese designers. The initiative received over 100 applications and … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, France, Management, Marketing, Media, Retail
Tagged CAI Jinqing, Chinese designers, craftsmanship, creative industries, cultural exchange, Demna, emerging talent, fashion program, fashion residency, global fashion, Gucci, INNOVATION, jewelry design, Kering, Kering CRAFT, Kering Launches Global Residency Program to Support Emerging Chinese Designers Through Kering CRAFT Initiative, Kering Strengthens Commitment to Creative Talent Development with New Cross-Continental Residency for Fashion and Jewelry Designers, luxury fashion, Milan, Paris, Shanghai, Shanghai Fashion Week, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Henkel has entered into an agreement to acquire OLAPLEX for approximately 1.4 billion USD, aiming to expand its presence in the premium hair care segment. The deal, approved by OLAPLEX’s board and supported by its controlling shareholder Advent … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Chemicals, Germany, Investment
Tagged acquisition deal, Advent International, Beauty Industry, Carsten Knobel, Consumer Brands division, E-Commerce, Global Expansion, hair care portfolio, Henkel, Henkel Enhances Global Hair Care Strategy by Integrating Science Led Brand OLAPLEX into Premium Portfolio, Henkel Moves to Strengthen Premium Hair Care Portfolio with Strategic Acquisition of OLAPLEX, innovation strategy, mergers and acquisitions, North America market, Olaplex, premium hair care, Product Development, professional hair care, regulatory approval, science based products, Wolfgang König
(IN BRIEF) H&M MOVE has launched a new Spring 2026 running collection for men and women, created to support the growing lifestyle of marathon training and long-distance running. Designed with a strong focus on performance, comfort and style, the collection … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Retail, Sports, Sweden
Tagged activewear, breathable materials, DryMove fabric, Durability and Style Throughout Marathon Season, fashion activewear, fitness lifestyle, global launch, H&M, H&M Move, H&M MOVE Introduces Global Running Collection Built for Long-Distance Performance and Evolving Marathon Lifestyle Trends, H&M MOVE Unveils New Running Apparel Range Supporting Comfort, lightweight clothing, marathon season, men women collection, performance apparel, reflective details, running accessories, running collection, running training, sports bras, sportswear, Spring 2026, technical apparel
(IN BRIEF) Zalando is expanding its logistics automation strategy by deploying up to 50 AI-powered robots from Nomagic across its European fulfilment network. The initiative introduces a new solution for handling shoeboxes, a traditionally difficult task for automation, using advanced … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Berlin, Germany, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Retail, Technology, Transportation & Logistics
Tagged AI robotics, automated sorting systems, Berlin tech, Computer Vision, European logistics network, fashion e commerce, fulfilment centres, Kacper Nowicki, logistics technology, Marcus Daute, Nomagic, physical AI, robotic picking, shoebox automation, supply chain innovation, warehouse automation, Zalando, Zalando and Nomagic Advance Smart Logistics Automation with Innovative Shoebox Handling Technology, Zalando Expands AI Driven Logistics Network with Nomagic Robots to Improve Fulfilment Efficiency Across Europe
(IN BRIEF) Symrise AG has launched its new Care & Wellness Division as part of a strategic effort to address rising consumer demand for integrated health, wellbeing, and beauty solutions. The Division, part of the Scent & Care segment, combines … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Germany, Management, Marketing, Technology
Tagged beauty and wellbeing, beauty innovation, biotics, Care & Wellness Division, connected care, consumer trends, cosmetic ingredients, health actives, health and wellbeing, ingestible solutions, inside-out beauty, Jean Yves Parisot, longevity, Probi acquisition, R&D innovation, Scent & Care segment, Symrise AG, Symrise AG Launches Care & Wellness Division to Drive Integrated Health and Beauty Innovation Across Global Markets, Symrise Introduces Care & Wellness Division to Accelerate Science-Backed Solutions for Health, Timothy Kenny, topical solutions
(IN BRIEF) EssilorLuxottica and Dolce&Gabbana have extended their eyewear licensing agreement through 2050, reinforcing a partnership that began in 2004. The agreement covers the design, manufacturing and worldwide distribution of Dolce&Gabbana prescription frames and sunglasses. EssilorLuxottica will continue producing and … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, France, Italy, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Alfonso Dolce, designer eyewear collections, designer sunglasses, Dolce&Gabbana, EssilorLuxottica, EssilorLuxottica and Dolce&Gabbana Extend Global Eyewear Licensing Partnership Through 2050, EssilorLuxottica Secures Long-Term Dolce&Gabbana Eyewear License in New Agreement Running to 2050, eyewear distribution network, eyewear product development, fashion eyewear collaboration, Francesco Milleri, global eyewear manufacturing, global fashion brand collaboration, long-term brand licensing agreement, luxury eyewear licensing, luxury fashion partnerships, luxury retail and fashion industry, prescription eyewear frames
(IN BRIEF) Zalando reported strong financial results for 2025, with GMV increasing to €17.6 billion, revenue reaching €12.3 billion and adjusted EBIT rising to €591 million. Growth was supported by the integration of ABOUT YOU, expansion of the company’s B2C … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Berlin, Business, Financial, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Management, Marketing, Retail, Technology
Tagged ABOUT YOU acquisition, agentic commerce innovation, AI in retail technology, AI Innovation and €300 Million Share Buyback Programme, Anna Dimitrova, conversational commerce platforms, digital fashion marketplace Europe, European ecommerce growth, European fashion ecommerce platform, fashion logistics infrastructure, Gemini AI shopping integration, Google Universal Commerce Protocol, Levi Strauss and Co partnership, Qutwo AI collaboration, Robert Gentz, SCAYLE ecommerce platform, Tradebyte marketplace integration, Zalando Accelerates Strategy with Strong 2025 Results, Zalando Plus loyalty programme, Zalando SE, ZEOS logistics platform
(IN BRIEF) HUGO has unveiled its Red Means Go global campaign for the Spring/Summer 2026 season, focusing on a generation redefining success outside traditional career paths. The campaign highlights individuals who pursue creative and independent careers despite societal doubts and … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Retail, Technology
Tagged Aaron Altaras, Cato artist musician, contemporary fashion branding, creative generation culture, global fashion marketing campaign, HUGO, HUGO BOSS, HUGO Launches Red Means Go Global Campaign Celebrating a Generation Redefining Success and Creative Ambition, HUGO Presents Red Means Go Campaign Featuring Global Creatives Who Turn Doubt into Creative Momentum, independent creators movement, James Foster, Leo Altaras, Margeaux Labat, music and art culture influencers, Nick Cheo DJ, NTS Radio, PinkPantheress tour, Red Means Go campaign, Saatchi Yates gallery, Spring Summer 2026 campaign, Temitayo Famakinwa, Tereza Mundilová, youth culture and creativity
(IN BRIEF) HUGO has unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 collection, designed for individuals navigating fast-paced, evolving lifestyles. The collection blends practical design with aspirational style, featuring menswear and womenswear pieces inspired by retro aesthetics and modern urban tailoring. Highlights include relaxed … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Retail, Technology
Tagged bronzed sequin co ords, contemporary menswear, Cuban collar shirt, double breasted suit, geometric dogtooth dress, global apparel market, HUGO, HUGO BOSS, HUGO Introduces Spring Summer 2026 Fashion Line Designed for Fast Moving Global Lifestyles, HUGO Launches Spring Summer 2026 Collection Blending Retro Inspiration with Modern Metropolitan Style, luxury fashion retail, metropolitan tailoring, Metzingen Germany fashion company, minimalist white suit, modern womenswear, premium fashion brand, premium lifestyle brand, retro resort style fashion, self expression fashion design, Spring Summer 2026 collection
(IN BRIEF) Henkel has agreed to acquire the U.S. consumer hair care and styling brand Not Your Mother’s from private equity investor Main Post Partners, strengthening its position in the North American hair market. The brand, which generated approximately €190 … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Chemicals, Germany, Investment, Management
Tagged All Eyes On Me, Beach Babe, beauty and personal care industry, Carsten Knobel, Clean Freak, consumer hair portfolio, consumer product innovation, Curl Talk, digital marketing hair brands, hair styling products, Henkel, Henkel Consumer Brands, Henkel signs agreement to acquire U.S hair care brand Not Your Mother’s to strengthen Consumer Brands business, Henkel strengthens position in the U.S hair market through acquisition of high growth Not Your Mother’s brand, Main Post Partners, mergers and acquisitions strategy, North America consumer brands, North American hair market growth, Not Your Mother’s, Plump for Joy, shampoos conditioners treatments, U.S hair care market, Wolfgang König
(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer has introduced The Trench, a new signature coat for Spring 2026 designed to modernize the classic trench silhouette while maintaining affordability at £95. Developed by the M&S in-house design team and inspired by historical designs … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Marketing, Retail, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Another Life circular fashion programme, Audrey Hepburn Breakfast at Tiffanys trench coat, British fashion heritage, British outerwear style, classic trench coat design, Humphrey Bogart Casablanca trench coat, M&S company archive Leeds, M&S fashion launch, M&S menswear, M&S sustainability strategy, M&S Unveils Modern Trench Coat for Men and Women Inspired by the Brand’s 1920s Archive, M&S womenswear, Maddy Evans, Marks & Spencer, Marks & Spencer Launches New Signature Trench as Demand for Classic Outerwear Surges, Marks & Spencer Redefines Classic Trench Coat with New Spring 2026 Collection, Mitch Hughes, Oxfam partnership clothing recycling, Reskinned resale programme, SOJO repair partnership, Stormwear technology, sustainable cotton twill coat, The Trench coat 2026, trench coat fashion trend, UK fashion retail, YouGov Best Brand Rankings 2026
(IN BRIEF) ASSA ABLOY has acquired Sennco Solutions, a US provider of asset protection and retail security solutions focused on the health and beauty segment. Based in Plainfield, Illinois, Sennco generates approximately USD 33 million in annual sales and employs … Read the full press release
Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Business, Electronics & Machinery, Investment, Retail, Security & Safety, Sweden, Technology
Tagged acquisition news, anti theft systems, ASSA ABLOY, ASSA ABLOY Adds Sennco’s Anti Theft Expertise to Global Solutions Portfolio in US Market, ASSA ABLOY Strengthens Retail Business Area with Strategic Acquisition of Sennco Solutions, asset protection technology, EPS accretive transaction, Global Solutions business area, health and beauty retail, Nico Delvaux, Plainfield Illinois, retail security solutions, Sennco Solutions, Stephanie Ordan
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