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New Generation: Catarina Marques from Via Essenza

Feb 9, 2026 / Portugal
Catarina Marques, who has a degree in Arts and Design, created the Portuguese slow luxury brand Via Essenza following a 15-year period in LA after becoming a mother

Brooks Running delivers 16% revenue growth in full year 2025

Feb 9, 2026 / United States
The US-based running shoe company has ended the full year 2025 with a 16% year-on-year increase, extending its track record of growth to nine consecutive years

Columbia Sportswear posts mixed fourth quarter results

Feb 6, 2026 / United States
The US-based outdoor company posted mixed results in the fourth quarter, with stronger demand outside the US offsetting continued weakness at home. Higher costs impacted profits

Pieter Mulier appointed chief creative officer at Versace

Feb 6, 2026 / Italy
Belgian fashion designer Pieter Mulier has been appointed as the new Chief Creative Officer at Versace, marking a turning point for the luxury brand following its acquisition by the Prada Group

Deckers’ momentum continues

Feb 5, 2026 / United States
The California-based company has reported another strong quarterly performance, fuelled by the success of its flagship brands, Ugg and Hoka. Its full-year outlook has been revised upwards

US and India reach deal to reduce tariffs to 18%

Feb 5, 2026 / United States
US President Donald Trump announced a trade deal with India, which will see tariffs on Indian goods cut from from 50% to 18%, linking the move to India halting Russian oil purchases and lowering trade barriers

Genesco announces CFO transition

Feb 4, 2026 / United States
The US-based footwear company has announced that its current Chief Financial Officer, Sandra Harris, will leave the company on the 6th of March to pursue other opportunities

Capri Holdings reports third quarter results

Feb 4, 2026 / United States
The US-based group reported a year-on-year decline in revenue in the third quarter, alongside a increase in net income fuelled by balance sheet improvements. Underlying profitability remains under pressure

H&M fourth quarter operating income rises as sales outlook softens

Feb 3, 2026 / Sweden
The Sweden-based fashion group reported an improvement in profitability in the fourth quarter. However, it warned of weaker sales at the start of the new year due to calendar effects and lower post-holiday demand

Dr. Martens releases third quarter trading update

Feb 3, 2026 / United Kingdom
The UK-based company has posted lower third-quarter revenue due to weaker demand in certain regions, but remains on track to deliver profit growth as it implements its strategic reset

Portuguese footwear takes centre stage at Willy Chavarria’s Paris runway show

Feb 2, 2026 / Portugal
Portuguese footwear took centre stage at Willy Chavarria’s latest show at Paris Fashion Week, thanks to a collaboration with two Portuguese leading brands, supported by APICCAPS

VF Corp reports modest growth in the third quarter as turnaround progresses

Feb 2, 2026 / United States
The US-based company has reported modest revenue growth in the third quarter, supported by improved performance in the Americas region and a return to growth in its direct-to-consumer channel

Aymod to open its doors in Istanbul next March

Jan 30, 2026 / Turkey
From the 25th to the 28th of March 2026, the Istanbul Expo Centre will host the Aymod International Footwear Fashion Fair, bringing together footwear companies, buyers, and industry professionals from around the world

EU and India conclude free trade agreement talks

Jan 30, 2026 / European Union
India and the European Union have finalised a free trade agreement that will reduce tariffs on most goods. This is the largest deal of its kind ever concluded by either party

Next rescues British footwear brand Russell & Bromley

Jan 29, 2026 / United Kingdom
The UK-based fashion retailer acquired the Russell & Bromley brand out of administration for 3.8 million British pounds (4.4 million euros), retaining just three stores. This could put 440 jobs at risk
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