fashion industry

LVMH’s fashion division returns to growth for first time in two years

LVMH reported second-quarter revenues of €19.52 billion on Monday, representing organic growth of 3%, as robust American spending helped the luxury conglomerate accelerate from a sluggish start to the year. The results mark a notable improvement from the 1% organic…

EU bans destruction of unsold clothes and shoes

A ban on the destruction of unsold clothing, footwear, and accessories took effect across the European Union on Sunday, July 19, in one of the bloc's most concrete steps yet toward a circular economy and a direct challenge to the…

Versace creative director exits after just eight months

Dario Vitale is leaving Versace Capri Holdings Limited as creative director, effective December 12, marking an abrupt end to an eight-month tenure that produced just one collection for the storied Italian fashion house. The departure, announced this week, comes just…

Former Dior chief Chiuri returns to Fendi after 33 years

Maria Grazia Chiuri, the former Dior creative director, has been appointed as Fendi's new Chief Creative Officer, marking her return to the Italian fashion house where she began her career more than three decades ago. The announcement, made by LVMH…

Vogue faces backlash over first AI-generated model in ad

Vogue Magazine faces mounting criticism after featuring its first AI-generated model in a paid advertisement for Guess clothing brand in its August 2025 issue. The two-page spread, created by London-based marketing agency Seraphinne Vallora, shows a blonde model in summer…