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- 1Shein shares plunge 14% to record low as profits slide●Shares of fast-fashion's Shein plunge 14% to record low after profit slides
Shares of fast-fashion giant Shein fell 14% to a record low after the company reported a slide in profits. The drop deepens concerns about the retailer's valuation and growth prospects, with investors watching how Shein responds to weakening margins and intensifying competition in the low-cost online fashion market.
- 2Shein shares drop as quarterly profit slides 67%▼Shares of fast-fashion platform Shein fall 4% after quarterly profit slides 67%
Shein's quarterly profit fell 67%, sending shares down 4%. The sharp earnings decline for the fast-fashion retailer is drawing attention as investors and industry watchers weigh what it signals about the company's business ahead of its long-mooted stock market listing.
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An anti-fur protest march took place during Milan Fashion Week, drawing attention amid the city's runway shows and reigniting debate over the use of real fur in luxury fashion. Demonstrators pushed designers and brands to abandon fur, while attendees and industry observers weighed the disruption against growing calls for ethical and sustainable practices in fashion.
- 4Hong Kong's sustainable fashion hub status reinforced by new ESG index●# HongKong ’s status as a # leading # sustainable # fashion # hub in # Asia has been reinforced by the latest # HKTDC ES
Hong Kong's position as a leading sustainable fashion hub in Asia has been reinforced by the latest HKTDC ESG Index 2026, which rose to 65.5 for the fashion industry, up 2.3 percentage points from 2025. The figures, released by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council, point to growing environmental and governance progress among the city's fashion businesses.
- 5Shein quarterly profit plunges 67% on rising costs and weak Europe sales●Shein quarterly profit falls 67% as costs jump, Europe sales slump
Fast-fashion giant Shein reported a 67% drop in quarterly profit, hurt by sharply higher costs and a slump in sales across Europe. The results add pressure on the retailer as it faces growing regulatory scrutiny in Europe and intensifying competition from rivals like Temu, raising questions about the durability of its ultra-cheap, rapid-turnaround business model.
- 6French Fashion Federation Chief Sets Agenda for Second Term●French Fashion Federation Boss Maps Out Key Goals for His Second Term
The head of France's fashion governing body has outlined his main priorities as he begins a second term in office. Details of the specific goals were not disclosed in available reporting, but the announcement signals continuity at the top of French fashion's official institution, which oversees the Paris fashion calendar and promotes the industry at home and abroad.
- 7Anna Wintour's longtime protégé lands top fashion industry job, insiders fume▼Exclusive | Fashion insiders come unpinned as top industry gig goes to fraying Anna Wintour’s longtime accolyte
A close aide to Anna Wintour has been handed one of the fashion industry's top jobs, and the choice is dividing people in the industry. Reports describe grumbling among fashion insiders, with some questioning the appointment and others speculating about Wintour's own standing as her protégé takes on the powerful new role.
- 8Walmart consolidates merchant teams to sharpen style focus▼Walmart consolidates merchant teams with focus on style
Walmart is consolidating its merchant teams as part of an effort to put more emphasis on style and fashion in its assortment. The reorganization brings merchandising functions together under a unified structure, signaling that the retailer wants a more coordinated approach to curated, trend-driven offerings beyond its traditional value focus, according to Retail Dive.
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The fashion industry's wave of designer reshuffles at major luxury houses has delivered only partial success, according to Business of Fashion. While some new creative directors have revived brand momentum and commercial interest, others have struggled to move the needle, leaving the industry assessing whether the costly game of musical chairs was worth it.
- 10Milan Fashion Week Signals Shifting Winds in the Fashion Industry▼What Milan Fashion Week Reveals About the Industry Right Now
Milan Fashion Week is drawing attention as a barometer of where the fashion industry stands, with commentary suggesting the shows reveal broader trends shaping designers, brands and consumer taste. Observers are reading the week's collections for clues about the sector's direction and commercial health.
- 11A Bunch of Designers opens Le Marais pop-up for Paris Fashion Week●A Bunch of Designers launches three-week pop-up in Le Marais alongside Paris Fashion Week
A Bunch of Designers, a collective backed by Richemont, has opened a three-week pop-up space in Le Marais, Paris, timed to coincide with Paris Fashion Week. The initiative gives emerging designers a retail platform during one of fashion's busiest weeks, drawing attention from industry watchers and shoppers in the French capital.
- 12Milan Fashion Week Spring 2027: What You Might Have Missed▼What You Might Have Missed From Milan Fashion Week Spring 2027 Presentations
Milan Fashion Week's Spring 2027 presentations have wrapped, and industry coverage is recapping the details that may have slipped past casual observers. WWD highlights overlooked moments from the season's shows and presentations in Milan, offering fashion followers a second look at the collections, debuts and behind-the-scenes details that defined the week.
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Chicago Fashion Week is back, with organizers announcing a program of more than 80 events spread across Chicago and the surrounding area. The citywide schedule promises runway shows, presentations and industry gatherings, positioning Chicago as a growing stop on the national fashion calendar and drawing attention from local media and style audiences.
- 14Milan Fashion Week: Key Takeaways for Spring/Summer 2027▼Rooted in Reality: Key Takeaways From Milan Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2027
Milan Fashion Week's Spring/Summer 2027 editions have wrapped, with Vogue rounding up the main takeaways under the theme of being 'rooted in reality'. The season's collections reportedly emphasized wearability and grounded design over fantasy, offering a direction for the industry's coming year. Fashion watchers are weighing what this pragmatic turn means for designers, buyers and upcoming shows in Paris.
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Chicago Fashion Week is back this fall with a calendar of more than 80 events across the city. The program brings together designers, runway shows and industry gatherings, positioning Chicago as a growing stop on the American fashion scene. Local media are highlighting the scale of the lineup, which is among the most extensive editions the city has hosted in recent years.