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Denim fair Kingpins kicks off its 10th anniversary edition at the Sugarfactory in Amsterdam. A highlight of the fair is the trend forecast lecture by his regular partner Denim Dudes. The lecture focuses on the denim trends of SS26 and touches on themes that are important to fashion professionals. Namely: consumer behavior, society, fashion and culture. FashionUnited is there to report. Shannon Reddy of Denim Dudes shares the key denim items, designs, styling and washes to watch for the Spring/Summer 2026 season. These are the four main denim trends for SS26, inspired by fashion shows and lookbooks. The power of…

Taiwan concluded Taipei Fashion Week yesterday, the country’s attempt to contribute to the global fashion landscape while also showcasing its own local talent. Now that the bulk of fashion week’s events are over, we can look back at some of the standout looks from those in attendance, providing an overview of trends dominating the local market, far away from the catwalk spotlight. Office goths Taipei Fashion Week SS25 street style trends. Credit: @streetsnap.tw / Vogue/Taipei Fashion Week. Shirts, ties and suits are no longer reserved for the office. In Taipei, traditional formal wear was completely transformed with a ‘gothic’ twist.…

Outerwear brand Moose Knuckles adds a new label. The sub-label is called Moose Lab and is created through ‘creative collaborations’, according to a press release. “Moose Lab will serve as a space for visionary creatives to reinterpret the history and legacy of Moose Knuckles, combining technical and fashionable outerwear built for the tundra but fit for modern urban living,” the press release reads. . Moose Lab’s first collection is a 12-piece capsule. Inviting external parties to reinterpret heritage has been happening in the fashion industry for some time. For example, fashion house Jean Paul Gaultier has its couture collection designed…

Spanish fashion brand Zara collaborates with Hungarian brand Nanushka. The result is a collection with a focus on men’s fashion, jewelry and interior items, according to a press release. The Nanushka brand is known for its craftsmanship, focus on details and choice of fabrics. “Nanushka builds an elegant, modern wardrobe that unites traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.” Although the brand also designs women’s fashion, the Zara collection will only include men’s fashion. The Zara x Nanushka collection will be available from October 28 through selected Zara stores and online.

The Victoria’s Secret show returns to the air after six years. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show was last seen in 2018. The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show was canceled in 2019 because the brand was “looking to reimagine the annual show and overhaul its marketing.” It was a result of declining ratings and criticism for a ‘lack of inclusivity’. After that, the show no longer appeared on television. Until now. The Victoria’s Secret show made a return last night at 1:00 am and could be livestreamed via the American lingerie brand’s social media channels. Trans women walked the catwalk for the…

As we look ahead to denim innovations for the SS25 season, the intersections of craft, expression and sustainability breathe new life into the beloved and ever-popular garment. Especially in the case of washes and finishes, which remain consistent focuses of newness and interest. From a new take on distressing to deeply saturated indigo colors; designers and suppliers are taking advantage of these emerging denim washes and finishes, ensuring the results remain wearable and relevant to growing markets. Finally, they influence the coming year. Consider this selection a catalog for what’s to come. About the Guest Contributor FashionUnited & FASHION SNOOPS…

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Three companies are joining forces for a ‘Saisei Collection’ (Saisei is Japanese for ‘rebirth’ or ‘regeneration’). Namely: the Austrian Lenzing Group, stretch fiber manufacturer Asahi Kasei and Japanese denim manufacturer Kaihara Denim. The denim collection will be presented for the first time at the Kingpins Amsterdam denim fair on October 23 and 24, 2024, according to a press release. The new denim collection that should serve as an example for an innovative and environmentally friendly approach to denim. The collaboration combines the expertise of the three companies. For example, Lenzing supplies its Lenzing™ Ecovero™ viscose fibers, produced with a lower…

Italian luxury fashion group Prada has presented for the first time the design of the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit (AxEMU) spacesuit, which will be used for NASA’s Artemis III mission to the moon, at the International Astronautical Congress in Milan. Prada’s design team has worked closely with engineers from the American Axiom Space for many years. The fashion house has recommended materials that protect astronauts while providing visual inspiration and comfort, according to a press release sent to FashionUnited. “Our elite teams have rethought space suit development and opened new avenues for innovative solutions, with a state-of-the-art design approach for…

Denim remains an essential element in the world of Street Fashion this fall. Reell’s collections have not only always had denim styles; It