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Latest Fashion News

📅May 16, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Luxury M&A, major fashion calendar updates, and growing African fashion influence dominate today’s global fashion headlines.
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LVMH set to sell Marc Jacobs to WHP and G-III

LVMH is preparing to sell Marc Jacobs to WHP and G-III in a deal that could reshape the brand’s ownership structure. Marc Jacobs is expected to remain involved as creative director, helping preserve the label’s design identity and continuity. Source 1

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African fashion is gaining stronger global attention

African fashion is moving beyond ceremonial wear and becoming a bigger force in global luxury, red carpet culture, and digital storytelling. Designers such as Thebe Magugu, Maki Oh, and Veekee James are increasingly being recognized in major fashion conversations worldwide. Source 3

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FashionNetwork highlights Ferragamo’s new brand leadership

Ferragamo has named Yigit Turhan as chief brand officer, with a start date of May 18. He will oversee marketing, communications, visual merchandising, and CRM, signaling a stronger focus on brand cohesion and customer engagement. Source 2

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Louis Vuitton announces cruise show at New York’s The Frick Collection

Louis Vuitton confirmed that its cruise 2027 show will take place at The Frick Collection in New York City on May 20. The presentation also launches a three-year museum sponsorship, underscoring the house’s growing cultural partnerships. Source 2

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Milan Fashion Week Men releases a packed June schedule

Milan Fashion Week Men will feature 75 events across June 19–23, including runway shows, presentations, online shows, and special events. Thom Browne is among the notable additions to the menswear calendar. Source 2

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Milan Fashion Week says it will ‘invite’ brands not to show fur

Milan Fashion Week has indicated it will encourage brands to avoid using fur in future shows. The move reflects the industry’s continued shift toward animal-welfare concerns and alternative materials. Source 2

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Karen Millen launches ‘We Saved You A Seat’ summer campaign

Karen Millen has tapped a trio of personalities to front its new summer campaign, aiming to create a more relatable and aspirational brand message. The campaign is part of the label’s broader seasonal push for visibility and consumer engagement. Source 2

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Boboli marks the 2026 FIFA World Cup with childrenswear collection

Boboli is celebrating the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a limited-edition childrenswear collection. The collaboration reflects how fashion brands are leveraging major sporting events to reach family and lifestyle audiences. Source 2

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Bugatti expands retail footprint with online shop in Italy

Bugatti has launched an online shop in Italy, strengthening its e-commerce presence in a key European market. The move supports the brand’s broader digital expansion strategy in fashion retail. Source 2

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Fashion calendar signals continued momentum heading into summer

Beyond individual brand news, the broader fashion calendar is heating up with major events including Denim Premiere Vision in Italy and Shoes & Leather in Guangzhou. These trade fairs highlight ongoing industry activity across textiles, sourcing, and accessories. Source 2