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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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US tariffs impact Inspecs Group's first half performance

Inspecs Group plc, a leading eyewear designer and manufacturer, has released its unaudited interim results for the six months ending June 30, 2025. The company's revenue for the period was 97.6 million pounds, a decrease from 100.6 million pounds in the first half of 2024. Underlying EBITDA also fell to 9 million pounds from 11 million pounds in...

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Spanish entrepreneurship in Dubai: Coma

Continuing our series of publications on Spanish entrepreneurship in Dubai, following the interview with Enrique Hormigo, founder of Montroi, we now turn our attention to Coma. This Dubai-based fashion brand, boasting entirely local production within the emirate, was co-founded by Spaniards Mercedes Valencia and Cristina Alcedo. From Dubai to...

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Kering: Francesca Bellettini appointed president and CEO of Gucci

Her departure had been rumoured for weeks, and this afternoon, it was confirmed. Gucci released a statement announcing Stefano Cantino’s decision to leave the company. In a separate statement, the French company announced Francesca Bellettini as the new CEO and president of Gucci. Cantino’s exit and Bellettini’s appointment as head of Gucci...

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