French fashion house Vetements has asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review a trademark dispute over its name, after lower courts rejected its application. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office had previously denied the request, ruling that “Vetements” — which translates to “clothing” in French — Continue Reading
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French fashion retailer Kiabi has announced the launch of Kitchoun, a new children’s footwear brand, as part of its ambitious diversification strategy. The label, offering slippers, first-step shoes, and technical socks for babies and toddlers aged zero to three, expands the company’s own-brand ecosystem alongside Kiabi Kids and Kiabi Home, both introduced in 2024. In […]Continue Reading
Lacoste has temporarily replaced its iconic crocodile logo with a goat for a capsule collection honoring tennis star Novak Djokovic, often nicknamed the “GOAT” (Greatest of All Time). The limited-edition line, titled From the Crocodile to the Goat, features five pieces including a polo, T-shirt, tracksuit top, cap, and trousers, each bearing the goat emblem. […]Continue Reading
Tennis icon Venus Williams made a stylish return to the US Open, stepping onto the court in a performance kit crafted entirely from Merino wool. The innovative sportswear, designed by New York-based label Luar in partnership with Woolmark, was showcased during her exhibition match with John McEnroe. The collaboration aims to challenge conventional ideas of […]Continue Reading
Ninety fashion enthusiasts turned heads on Saturday at Venezuela’s National Art Gallery, showcasing daring ensembles of lace, denim, cotton, satin, and recycled garments in an eclectic “battle of outfits.” The event celebrated self-expression and challenged conventional fashion norms, with participants strutting in bold mixes such as skirts over pants, plunging necklines, Continue Reading
Adidas has issued a public apology to an Indigenous community in Mexico after facing backlash for using their traditional huarache sandals as inspiration for a new product. The footwear, marketed as the “Oaxaca Slip-On,” sparked criticism from local authorities and President Claudia Sheinbaum, who condemned the move as cultural appropriation of Indigenous Continue Reading
Sportswear giant Reebok has joined forces with Paramount Consumer Products to launch a special sneaker collection celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic teen comedy film Clueless. The ‘Reebok x Clueless’ collaboration pays homage to the movie’s unforgettable style moments, with designs inspired by the characters’ signature fashion statements. The capsule reimagines Continue Reading
Belgian football club Beerschot has denied accusations of plagiarism after London-based designer Diana al Shammari, known on Instagram as ‘thefootballgal,’ claimed the club copied her signature floral embroidery style for its new shirt. Al Shammari, who has collaborated with top teams and brands including the Belgian Red Devils, Bayern Munich, Manchester City, and Adidas, Continue Reading
Value-focused footwear and accessories retailer Shoe Zone has issued a profit warning, revealing that challenging trading conditions in June and July have significantly dented its earnings outlook. The company cited a further weakening in consumer confidence following the Government’s October 2024 Budget announcement, with inflation, high interest rates, and elevated Continue Reading
Animal rights group PETA is calling on the UK’s Secretary of State for Business and Trade, Jonathan Reynolds, to revise current footwear labelling regulations and reclassify wool outside the generic ‘textile’ category. The organisation argues that, unlike plant-based or synthetic materials typically associated with the textile symbol, wool is an animal-derived product and Continue Reading



















