fashion news 2021

Why Fashion Brands and Wealthy Americans (Still) Love London

LONDON — It’s the summer season in the British capital and the city is positively buzzing. With Royal Ascot, Glastonbury and the Serpentine Summer Party in June, and then sold-out concerts by Bruce Springsteen, Blackpink and Lana del Rey in Hyde Park, the Formula 1 British Grand Prix in Silverstone last weekend and Wimbledon moving into its final rounds this weekend, it really feels like 2019 all over again. It’s almost enough to distract from the fact that the UK economy is still in the doldrums, dragged down by Brexit and still suffering from a post-Covid hangover: Economic growth is… READ MORE

The best in fashion for Wimbledon 2023

Wimbledon 2023 is underway. Not only is the competition intense but so are the fashion choices of the players who will take center stage. Brands like Nike, Adidas, EleVen and Fila have unveiled their latest collections, showingcasing sustainable manufacturing, traditional tailoring techniques and modern twists. Marija Zivlak of Women’s Tennis Blog will explore the captivating tennis ensembles that will make a lasting impression on and off the court. The latest Nike London collection takes great pride in its manufacturing approach that excludes UV treatments, bleaching and water-intensive processes, all the while maintaining the cleanest shade of white. the Nike London… READ MORE

H&M shares jump 17% as summer collection boosts profit

Shares set for biggest ever one-day gain in “short squeeze” Inventory levels fall, cost pressures ease Q2 operating profit 4.74 mth SEK vs forecast 4.07 mth Local currency sales for June 1-27 up 10% STOCKHOLM, June 29 (Reuters) – Fashion retailer H&M’s (HMb.ST) shares jumped more than 17% on Thursday after its second-quarter profit beat estimates as cost-cutting measures started to bear fruit and its summer collection benefited from warmer weather in europe. H&M, which has lagged Zara owner Inditex (ITX.MC), has sought to raise its fashion appeal and boost its higher-priced brands, targeting shoppers less vulnerable to the rising… READ MORE

Glastonbury 2023: All the best fashion at the biggest UK festival of the year

Stay ahead of the trends in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter Stay ahead of the trends in fashion and beyond with our free weekly Lifestyle Edit newsletter Glastonbury is drawing to a close, as thousands of attendees have camped out at Worthy Farm for three days of music at the biggest festival in the world. On Sunday 25 June, Sir Elton John will round out this year’s edition with a special headlining set that marks his first time at Glastonbury – as well as his final UK tour performance ever, Festival-goers will be watching the… READ MORE

Fashion retailers resilient despite consumer fears

LONDON (Reuters) – A strong start to June for the world’s second-biggest fashion retailer H&M, an optimistic outlook from Hugo Boss and a return to profitability at ASOS helped allay concerns over a sector hit by weakening US demand. Signs of resilience came as a relief to investors concerned that economic uncertainty is driving shoppers in key markets like Europe, the US, and China to spend less on clothes. However, squeezed consumers are being more selective with their apparel purchases, driving a wider divergence between brands. “Retailers with a clear, distinctive brand and a very clear value proposition, where product… READ MORE

3 Pieces Perfect for Summer-Get Your Man Right!

A GEORGE DIVIDED CANNOT STAND! There’s always a new fashion collaboration, but none of us knew just how much we needed this one! Seinfeld x Percival a collection about nothing… but awesome clothes and inspirations from the biggest television shows of all time. Nevertheless, why now? What is the guiding force behind this fun collection? Well, we went to Percival to find out and here’s our findings! In regards to their Seinfeld lineup the brand states, “To celebrate 25 years since the final episode of Seinfeld aired and in celebration of 100 years of Warner Bros., we bring you Seinfeld… READ MORE

“La Vacanza” Collection-Hottest Fashion of the Year!

WE’RE LEVITATING! The fashion vine is shaking as news hits from a Dua Lipa x Versace collaboration. The collection is for the women’s sector and will incorporate Dua Lipa’s sultry, edgy personal style with Versace’s signature opulence. I’m other words, FABULOUSITY times ten! Furthermore, we love us some Versace clothing from the decadent gold to the bolderous color tones as well as gorgeous silhouettes. It’s exciting to see the fashion house branch out to collaborate with stylish individuals to bring a fresh new perspective. And what’s a better choice than Dua Lipa? Her style is fun, risky and glamorous. And… READ MORE

Michael Roberts obituary | Fashion

The preferred medium of the fashion journalist Michael Roberts was Canson art paper, which he scissored freehand into crisp-cut collages, or snipped into minute dots to reassemble into mosaics, for magazine covers or book illustrations. His art, bit by bit putting it together, reflected his life in fashion. He wrote about it, commissioned unexpected others to do so, photographed for media and ads, and charmed cranky legendary lensmen into snapping for him. He could source the clothes, choose the crazy locale, stage the shoot’s story, and write a witty critique of the enterprise. He was also always the most elegant… READ MORE