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Frame and The Ritz Paris Launch Fifth Collaboration
Frame and The Ritz Paris released their fifth holiday capsule blending Californian style with French chic, featuring Breton-striped sweaters and lace bodysuits, starring Lou Doillon. Available online at frame-store.com and ritzparis.com. This collection captures '80s prep and old-school glamour for the festive season.
Staud Partners with St. Regis Hotels & Resorts
Staud unveiled a second collaboration with St. Regis Hotels & Resorts as part of December's key fashion launches. The partnership adds to the month's festive energy alongside events like Chanel's Manhattan runway.
Editors highlight it among can't-miss releases.
Hair Emerges as 2025's Biggest Fashion Trend
Human hair-inspired designs, from fluffy collars to shaggy shoes, dominated 2025 runways at brands like Fendi and Chloé. Gen Z embraced faux fur and hair elements, though street adoption remains uncertain amid luxury sales dips and tariffs.
Influencers like Lara Violetta promote hair-made accessories.
ThredUp Resale Report Projects $367B Market by 2029
The 2025 report shows resale hitting USD 367 billion by 2029, with 60% of consumers buying secondhand in 2024, led by Gen Z and Millennials. Economic pressures and sustainability drive adoption, as 35% of executives integrate resale via social commerce.
It reduces environmental impact by extending garment life.
Target Uses AI and Scouting for 80% Faster Trend Response
Target's Trend Brain AI analyzes scouting data from Europe, predicting trends like berry colors for fall 2025 and Fair Isle furs. Strategies include stockpiling materials, cutting turnaround by 80% for owned brands worth $31B.
Teams scout ski destinations and campuses for real-time insights.
Fashion Technology Rearview: Resale and 3D Advances in 2025
The Interline recaps 2025 highlights like generative 3D modeling improvements and rising resale due to economic factors. Supply chains strained by counterfeits and tariffs, while DPC Report 2026 tops traffic.
Product data key to resale value.
Seasonal Fashion Trends Losing Authority to Cultural Continuums
C2 Fashion Studio notes climate, digital platforms erode seasonality, shifting to multi-year cultural and material-driven forecasting. Advanced textiles adapt across contexts, rooted in behavior over weather.
Trend intelligence maps drivers like tech adoption.
Chanel Stages First MĂ©tiers d'Art Show in Manhattan Subway
Matthieu Blazy presented Chanel's MĂ©tiers d'art on a downtown Manhattan subway platform, embracing NYC's festive energy. Complements holiday displays at Bergdorf Goodman and Rockefeller Center.
Part of December's headline fashion news.
Fashion Supply Chains Under Pressure from Tariffs and Counterfeits
2025 saw strains from counterfeits, tariffs, and Trump's policies impacting luxury sales upturn potential. Interline notes ongoing issues into 2026 DPC Report.
Foley reviews geopolitical shifts reshaping the industry.
Major M&A Deals Reshape 2025 Fashion Landscape
Frasers and Prada Group acquired struggling businesses, expanding portfolios amid market shifts. Deals highlight consolidation by industry giants.
In review of year's most significant transactions.
Low US Consumer Confidence Reshapes Shopping Habits
Fallen confidence from inflation and job concerns alters apparel buying, favoring resilient alternatives like resale. Impacts fashion retail and e-commerce strategies.
Multi-year lows drive sustainable shifts.
Fashion Summit Hong Kong Addresses BBPPI 2025 Insights
Cascale gathered leaders on shared brand-supplier responsibility amid volatility. Explores textile innovations and market challenges.
Focuses on global competitiveness.