Cultural fashion just got a futuristic upgrade. Brooklyn-based startup WEST X EAST is rewriting the rules of cultural fashion with AI. 3,000 customers, and a Times Square billboard later, the world is taking notice.
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As the UK fashion industry welcomes innovation and sustainability, a new player is making waves in the rapidly growing rental market. Zoa Rental has emerged as a game-changer for the UK fashion industry. As the UK’s only integrated rental solution, …
Virtual try-ons are taking over retail. New York-based fashion tech pioneer ZERO10 is transforming the retail landscape with its ground-breaking AR Mirror software, making waves at Seamless Middle East 2024 while announcing ambitious expansion plans for the region. The innovative …
Los Angeles-based ZERO has recently launched as a new online marketplace that focuses only on sustainable fashion brands. These brands are not just picked at random. Instead, each one undergoes a strict vetting process to ensure they meet high environmental …
Wolf & Badger has become a global destination for those seeking unique, ethical, and independent brands. Founded in 2010 by brothers George and Henry Graham, the company has grown from a single London store into a B Corp-certified platform …
In the fast-paced world of digital fashion, few brands have demonstrated as much ambition and innovation as ZOZO. Founded in 2004, ZOZO may not yet be a household name outside of Japan, but within the country and increasingly across the …
A single $265 million investment is shaking up the way the world shops online and bringing a new era of live e-commerce. The live shopping revolution is taking the e-commerce world by storm, and Whatnot is leading the charge with …
The global fashion industry, valued at over $2.5 trillion, operates through four interconnected tiers that transform raw materials into runway trends and consumer purchases. While designers and retailers dominate headlines, this complex ecosystem relies equally on textile engineers, manufacturing networks, …
The luxury retail sector is undergoing a seismic transformation as brands increasingly turn to mergers and acquisitions (M&A) to secure their futures. With deals exceeding $50 billion between 2024 and 2025, this surge reflects urgent adaptations to sustainability regulations, …
As the global apparel industry navigates post-pandemic recovery and Gen Z’s $360B spending power, understanding the drivers of wholesale pricing has never been more critical. From sustainable material innovations to AI-driven production, brands are balancing cost, quality, and ethics. …
The $1.5 trillion global women’s fashion industry relies heavily on apparel trade shows to drive innovation, foster partnerships, and set trends. These events serve as critical platforms for brands to showcase collections, connect with buyers, and respond to shifting consumer …
In a landmark shift within the luxury sector, Hermès International SCA briefly eclipsed LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE in market capitalization on April 15, 2025, reaching €247 billion compared to LVMH’s €246 billion. This milestone highlights a dramatic reversal …
Pop icon Justin Bieber has abruptly severed ties with Drew House, the fashion label he co-founded in 2018 with stylist Ryan Good, following a series of public outbursts and personal challenges. The announcement, made via a since-deleted Instagram Story…
The Arab Fashion Council (AFC), the largest non-profit fashion organization representing the 22 Arab League nations, has unveiled a transformative initiative: the AFC Fashion Fund, a $500,000 biennial program designed to catapult emerging designers into globally recognized brands. …
Reju™, a leader in textile-to-textile regeneration, has partnered with Italy’s Rematrix, a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO), to secure a sustainable supply of end-of-life textiles for its Regeneration Hubs. The collaboration, announced on April 16, 2025, aims to address Europe’s …
