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Mithridate names Daniel Fletcher as creative director

Luxury Chinese fashion house Mithridate has appointed London-based designer Daniel Fletcher as its new creative director, effective immediately. The British designer, who launched his eponymous label shortly after graduating from Central Saint Martins in 2015, will split his time between China and a London studio and oversee the men’s and...

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Milan Men's Fashion Week navigates global turbulence and industry evolution

Against a backdrop of unprecedented global events — from devastating Los Angeles wildfires that have imperiled the city's robust retail infrastructure to a geopolitical ceasefire in the Middle East and a pivotal US presidential transition — Milan Men's Fashion Week stands at a critical juncture, demonstrating the resilience of luxury fashion...

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Bob Ranftl to succeed Jane Nielsen as Ralph Lauren’s new COO

Ralph Lauren Corporation has appointed Bob Ranftl as chief operating officer (COO) effective March 30, 2025, succeeding Jane Nielsen, whose planned departure was previously announced as part of a multiyear strategic succession plan. Ranftl, the company said in a release, who joined Ralph Lauren in 2015 and has served in multiple financial and...

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First trade fair visit? Valuable tips for newcomers

Whether you are opening your own store, starting as a buyer in a company, or attending with colleagues, your first visit to a fashion trade show can be overwhelming. FashionUnited offers guidance for first-time attendees and provides valuable tips. Preparation Good preparation is half the battle won. Therefore, we recommend you consider the...