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Fairly Made to open New York office following appointment of North American head

Fairly Made, a French traceability platform, is venturing into the US with plans to open an office in New York and the appointment of a director for the North American region. Sydney Ellis confirmed her new position at Fairly Made on LinkedIn, where she said: “Over the past decade, I’ve worked at the intersection of sustainability and business...

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Brochu Walker to open first international flagship this summer

Los Angeles-based Brochu Walker, known for its "quiet luxury" aesthetic, is set to open its debut international flagship in Seoul, South Korea, in July, as part of the brand’s global evolution strategy. Brochu Walker has secured a 7,152 square foot store at Apgujeong-ro 42-gil 26, Gangnam-gu in Seoul, which will house five floors, including two...

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Zia Zareem-Slade appointed managing director at Paul Smith

British heritage brand Paul Smith has appointed Zia Zareem-Slade as its new managing director. Zareem-Slade transitions to the independent fashion house from her most recent role as chief executive officer of British jewellery brand Annoushka. The appointment, effective May 2026, marks a strategic addition to the Paul Smith executive team....

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Chinese market: How a local presence helps French brands to establish themselves

During this year's Shanghai Fashion Week, Promas, the organisation for the promotion of menswear in France and abroad, supported Ludovic de Saint Sernin, Coltesse, EgonLab and Baziszt in their approach to the Chinese market. Initial findings reveal distinct strategies, balancing business development, local integration and collection adjustments....