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Performance Days: More halls, bio-based fibres and new market demands

With three exhibition halls for the first time and more than 590 exhibitors, Performance Days in Munich reached a new scale on October 13 and 14, 2026, continuing its success story. As always, the focus was on innovative material concepts and, this time, particularly on bio-based fibres. Spanning around 27,500 square metres and three exhibition...

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FNH's Pierre Talamon talks French protests: 'It is better to close your shop than to have to rebuild it'

Following the extensive damage caused by the protest on Saturday, October 17, FashionUnited interviewed Pierre Talamon, president of the Fédération Nationale de l’Habillement (FNH), about the economic consequences of the damage for independent retailers; expectations of the government; and the support measures being considered. What is your...

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Mulberry records 18 percent H1 revenue growth driven by full-price sales

UK luxury brand Mulberry Group plc (Mulberry) announced an 18.1 percent increase in sales at actual currency rates for the 26 weeks ended September 26, 2026. The group attributed the performance to product momentum, brand elevation, and full-price sales growth aligned with its 'Back to the Mulberry Spirit' strategy. Regional growth and channels...

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How to build a modelling career in the age of nepo babies

Apple Martin, daughter of Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, made her runway debut at Chloé’s spring 2027 show in Paris on October 1. By the next day, social media had already labelled her a “nepo baby” — a term used to describe someone who appears to benefit professionally from their famous parents. She wasn’t the only member of fashion’s nepo...