Author: FashionUni

The cross-pollination between fashion and interior is not new. From Hermès blankets to Missoni towels and Versace ceramics, luxury brands have been expanding their identity beyond clothing. During this year’s Milan Design Week, in parallel with the 64th edition of Salone del Mobile, that cross-pollination reaches a new level of ambition and visibility. The relationship between fashion and design is no longer an afterthought or seasonal event. It is a stable presence, anchored in the concept of the Fuorisalone and inseparable from it. The result is an urban program in which the boundaries between disciplines have virtually disappeared. Loro Piana…

The nominations for the Belgian Fashion Awards 2026 are open. Belgian designers, brands and fashion professionals can submit entries until May 11th. This year the awards are organized by Flanders District of Creativity, MAD Brussels, Wallonie-Bruxelles Design Mode and Knack Weekend/Le Vif Weekend. The initiative focuses on putting established names in the spotlight and creating visibility for emerging talent and professionals behind the scenes. This reflects Belgium’s reputation for independence, individuality and sustainability. After an expanded edition in 2025, nominations are now open in multiple categories. These include Designer of the Year, Accessory Designer of the Year, Emerging Talent of…

British fashion designer Victoria Beckham announces a multi-year collaboration with Gap. The collaboration is aimed at a new interpretation of the American retailer’s classic styles. The debut collection will be launched on April 24. Beckham, known for her minimalist luxury ready-to-wear brand and beauty line, is collaborating with the American casual brand. The collection is ‘built on the foundations of a modern wardrobe’. This includes ‘refined basic pieces with balanced proportions, a sharp structure and thoughtful details’. Gap x Victoria Beckham collaboration Image: Gap In a statement about the collaboration and what to expect, Beckham said: “For me, Gap is…

Swedish fashion retailer H&M has unveiled a first look at its upcoming collaboration with Stella McCartney. This is about twenty years after the first collaboration with the British designer. The collection will be launched on May 7. In 2005, the collaboration was the second design collaboration ever for H&M, following the sold-out success of the first collection with Karl Lagerfeld. McCartney’s original collection with the retailer focused on work staples and wearable separates. This time the collection highlights the 25-year design history of the designer and activist. The emphasis is on recycled materials and innovative use of raw materials for…

In the price-sensitive market of 2026, retailers’ focus is increasingly on maximizing commercial potential per square meter. The traditional ‘single jean purchase’ is giving way to a holistic approach, boosted by coordinated sets and tonal layering for increased basket value. Cup of Joe (COJ) anticipates this shift with the transformation of the FW26 collection into a high-conversion wardrobe system. By embracing a ‘total look’ strategy, the label offers more than just high-quality denim; it is a modular approach to maximizing the commercial shop floor and increasing basket value. The hero silhouette as a commercial anchor The core of this strategy…

Denim, with its origins in workwear, is often used as the basis for a simple everyday uniform. Width, length and decorations usually form the greatest extremes. However, the robust material offers more room for maneuver than it seems at first glance. Instead of the eternal question of whether women will wear tight or baggy pants this winter, designers from London to New York are presenting special pieces that make traditional jeans look outdated. Special jackets FW26 (from left): Diesel, Anrealage and Di Petsa Credits: ©Launchmetrics/spotlight The denim jacket is a true classic. In recent decades, the item has changed mainly…

Jeans brand Kuyichi was founded in 2001 by Solidaridad, Triodos Bank, Stichting Stimulans and Oro Blanco, a collective of Peruvian cotton farmers that no longer exists. They had a clear goal: to make organic and fair trade cotton the standard. The brand grew into a forerunner in sustainable denim, but got stuck in 2015 due to high overhead costs, opening its own stores too early and changing leadership. Bankruptcy followed, but also a restart. Sales director Peter Schuitema took over the brand together with partners Floortje Dessing and Guido Keff. Later, Laurent Safi (Product manager) and Bjorn Baars (Brand Director)…

Building on the military-inspired silhouettes in Pre-Fall 26, this direction evolves into a major statement for FW26. A combination of decorative customization with a sense of authority and heritage. Structured shapes and the ornate details of ‘Napoleonic’ jackets reflect the shift towards a more expressive clothing style, while remaining versatile for both day and evening. George Keburia FW26 In his third show at London Fashion Week, George Keburia amps up his signature ‘militaria’ aesthetic. An exploration of “theatrical femininity” through the reinterpretation of vintage tailoring and ceremonial military codes in a modern context. Credit: George Keburia clp F26 032 ©Launchmetrics/spotlight…

The American bridal fashion house Justin Alexander Group is celebrating its eightieth anniversary this year and is launching a new premium brand for bridesmaids. The brand is designed to redefine the children’s fashion category with a couture angle. Fable by Justin Alexander offers heirloom-inspired dresses for bridesmaids and special occasions. The brand brings “bridal quality details to the forefront” to take occasionwear for young girls to the next level. Fable by Justin Alexander SS27 debut collection Image: Justin Alexander Group The debut collection for spring/summer 2027, ‘Written in the Stars’, consists of eighteen pieces. The collection is characterized by couture-level…

When it comes to innovation, Kings of Indigo (KOI) does not want to be left behind – on the contrary: the Dutch denim label consciously questions established methods. This approach encourages the company to think outside the box and to constantly ask itself: what can be applied in the collections to advance the brand in terms of both style and sustainability? In recent years, this demand has led to three major innovations: the Natural Stretch fabric, regenerative cotton and the Reborn jeans. Natural Stretch is an innovative way to create stretch denim without incorporating elastane directly into the cotton fibers.…