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NRF 2025: Four tech start-ups that address key retail challenges

Paris - At NRF 2025: Retail's Big Show Europe, FashionUnited selected four start-ups to spotlight from a broad group of retail innovators. The companies were part of the Startup Hub featuring 62 retail tech businesses from 15 countries, as well as an Innovators showcase section with over 30 technology companies. This year's event, which took...

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Between attraction and speculation: The real return on It-bags on the secondhand market

Pre-owned luxury handbags now represent a potentially profitable asset for consumers. But which models are the safest for investment? In a recent report, vintage fashion platform Vestiaire Collective revealed the current resale prices of iconic luxury handbags and compared them to their original retail prices. • Chanel Timeless/Classic Bag:...

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Gothic aesthetic: a dominant trend

Corsets, radical cuts and long coats are progressively conquering the streets of capital cities. Inspired by the gothic aesthetic, fashion is currently leaning towards a darker side. This shift reflects a certain disenchantment and expresses a rejection of established norms. Here's a breakdown. Origins This renewed enthusiasm for gothic fashion,...

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Shein seals partnership with Pimkie, sparking controversy in French fashion

Leading global fast fashion retailer Shein has entered into a strategic partnership with French womenswear brand Pimkie. Founded in 1971, the label will be sold internationally through Shein's marketplace. This cooperation also marks the launch of Shein Xcelerator in France. This is a programme designed to support emerging and established brands...

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