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Many in the fashion industry are aware of this, but the situation is likely to continue to get worse before it gets better. “The global economic downturn is forcing supply chains to cut costs and shorten lead times, which risks reversing some of the progress that responsible companies have made on human rights,” says Marius Storchai, head of product and sustainability at Continental Clothing, an end-to-end fashion wholesale manufacturer with a focus on responsible production.Adapting to Climate ChangeThe intersection of social inequality and climate change exacerbates the problem, says Amanda Johnston, curator and education consultant at The Sustainable Angle, which…

Picture the scene: You’re heading out to your local Krispy Kreme to celebrate the latest launch of a world-famous, trending beauty brand. Naturally, you decide to get all dressed up: a strapless red Ermanno Scervino minidress, open-toed stiletto heels, and custom strawberry-colored Alessandra Ricci earrings. Your husband of five years has other ideas, and follows you into the donut shop in a gray tracksuit, a baby pink Nahmias baseball cap (with the hood pulled over it for some reason), yellow Crocs, and socks.Sound relatable? Well, maybe not. But this is the much-memed and much-analyzed moment when Hailey and Justin Bieber…

This week, we take a closer look at luxury brands’ shared goal of cultivating a distinctive, affordable lifestyle. Scroll down to Glossy+ Comments allow the Glossy+ community to join in discussions on industry topics.For brands, fashion week is a key branding moment among an ever-growing number of key branding moments. Jean Madar, CEO and chairman of Interparfum, said the strength of consumer curiosity based solely on a brand name and story was evidenced by the acceleration of perfume sales sparked by TikTok during the pandemic. Now, luxury brands are using a variety of channels, from Spotify to stores to fashion…

Active Black returns to New York Fashion Week with “The Black Mixtape: Volume 2,” debuting iconic collaboration celebrating 50 years of hip-hop and black culture New York, NY – September 6, 2023 – Actively Black, the pioneering Black-owned premium athleisure wear brand, makes a powerful statement at New York Fashion Week with multiple groundbreaking collaborative collections. I plan to. The highly anticipated event, titled “The Black Mixtape: Volume 2,” is a dynamic celebration of 50 years of hip-hop, Black culture, and talent. The fashion show promises to be a transformative cultural experience that amplifies the influence of music that has…

In recent years, the golf fashion world has been going through a bit of a renaissance. On-course style has been carried over to off-course style. Polo shirts and khaki trousers have been elevated to spirited button-downs and utility pants. Brands are also becoming increasingly bold in their color and pattern choices. The lines between high fashion, sportswear and street style have become blurred, and that is reflected in the products of big name brands. While there may not be a runway show or runway week to celebrate the progress of the golf fashion world and show golfers what’s new, high…

ACTIVELY BLACK returns to New York Fashion Week with “THE BLACK MIXTAPE: VOLUME 2,” debuting iconic collaboration celebrating 50 years of hip-hop and black culture New York, NY – September 6, 2023 – Actively Black, the pioneering Black-owned luxury athleisurewear brand, is set to make a powerful statement at New York Fashion Week with the launch of several groundbreaking collaborative collections. Titled “The Black Mixtape: Volume 2,” the highly anticipated event is a dynamic celebration of 50 years of hip hop, Black culture and talent. The fashion show promises to be a transformative cultural experience that amplifies the influence of…

Fashion starts on TikTok. From showcasing their latest designs to providing #GRWM looks and #OOTD inspiration, to rediscovering trends and championing sustainable fashion, a global community of fashion and beauty creators come to TikTok to unleash their creativity and influence many of the top trends and conversations in fashion today and tomorrow. Throughout 2023, global views of #TikTokFashion and #BeautyTok have increased 300%, forming one of the fastest growing and dynamic communities on the platform.In celebration of New York Fashion Week and Fashion Month, we’re thrilled to celebrate #TikTokFashion and the diverse community shaping the future of fashion on TikTok.…

The 10-minute survey was shared online with Vogue Business newsletter subscribers, on LinkedIn and Instagram, and in person to over 350 industry professionals. Data analysis was conducted by Condé Nast’s in-house custom research team in collaboration with the authors of this series. Statistical comparisons between groups were made at 95 percent confidence intervals.To take part in the survey, respondents had to be over 16 years old and working in the fashion industry. Of the respondents, 55% were under 35 and 44% were over 35 (1% did not wish to answer). 80% of respondents were female and 18% were male (2%…

This story is part of our “Uncovering the Dream” series, which is based on an exclusive survey of over 600 fashion professionals and seeks to answer two important questions: what does it take to reach a certain level of success in the fashion industry, and what does it take to be happy at that level? Read part 1 to summarise the survey findings, part 2 to learn how your personal background influences your success, and part 3 to learn what kind of lifestyle you need to succeed in the fashion industry.During the pandemic, the former fashion journalist decided to retrain…

Personal connections go a long way in an industry known for opaque hiring practices, nepotism, and a penchant for attending the right events. When Noelle, print editor at 1Granary, moved from London to Brussels to save money a few years ago, she found that many of these connections were concentrated in the fashion capital. “I thought going to fashion week twice a year would help me maintain my network, but that doesn’t necessarily happen in a formal setting,” she says. “You’re more likely to make connections at an after-party than at a fashion show.”Model Florence Huntington-Whiteley, who previously worked as…