Euro zone retail sales plunged more than expected in June as prices at factory gates continued to rise, data showed Wednesday, signalling a weakness in consumer demand that could herald a recession in H2.

​So the rumours were true. Acquisition-hungry Frasers Group confirmed on Thursday that it has acquired online fashion retailer I Saw It First.

On Monday July 25, the Lithuanian specialist in private fashion resale launched a public offering for the shares of its German competitor Rebelle, in which Vinted is already assured of a 64.70% stake.

Gucci was back in top spot in Q2 as the Lyst Index showed a surge in popularity on the back of its Adidas collab. In fact, collaborations were hot this quarter, while summer items, Diesel and 'naked' dresses also surged.

Sustainable fiber and technology solutions firm the Lycra Company announced on Tuesday a partnership with Browzwear, the industry's leading 3D software for apparel design and development. 

Two years after a first pop-up in San Francisco, the brand founded by Morgane Sézalory will open a new shop in September, planned for a duration of four months.

Sofia Sanchez de Betak is the It-Gal of the It Gals in Paris. Mum, graphic artist, influencer, entrepreneur and fashion designer, Sanchez de Betak debuts her latest collab for her brand Chufy this weekend.

A.K.A Brands announced on Thursday preliminary financial results for the second quarter, highlighting a net sales increase of 6% to $158.5 million for the three months ending June 30. 

Nordstrom has appointed Deniz Anders as senior vice president and chief marketing officer, and Nina Barjesteh, as president, Nordstrom product group. 

The data analytics specialist has presented a new visual content platform and creative bank tool, while leveraging artificial intelligence to define the best strategies and investments.

Authentic Brands Group (ABG) announced on Monday a new licensing partnership with Groupe Lemur Inc. (GLI) for the manufacturing and distribution of Izod swimwear, ski and outerwear for kids in the U.S. and Canada. 

Shopify Inc on Tuesday announced a partnership with YouTube to allow merchants to sell through the video platform, as it looks to tap into the growing number of content creators launching their own e-commerce stores.

Luxury e-commerce platform Saks announced on Monday the appointment of Dr. Alicia Williams as vice president, diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), effective July 18. 

​The first solo post-pandemic edition of Pure London got off to strong start on Sunday and Monday, while sister show Scoop scored a hit in a linked-but-separate area of London’s giant Olympia complex.

Trade shows Magic, Project, and Sourcing at Magic are set to return to Las Vegas next month, with a stellar lineup of fashion brands, manufacturers, and retailers in tow. 

British brand J.W. Anderson, founded by Jonathan Anderson, has just unveiled its third capsule collection made in partnership with homoerotic license, Tom of Finland.