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Smart glasses were a big topic of conversation a decade ago but interest in them seemed to fizzle out as the tech didn’t quite meet consumer perceptions. 2025 is very different though as AI is having an impact.

JD Sports Fashion on Wednesday spoke of a “resilient performance and continued strong cash generation” for its 2024/25 year, the 12 months to 1 February.

​M&S’s annual results were a hot topic as it revealed what the cyberattack is costing it — £300m in profit. But in an ‘always look on the bright side of life’ approach, it said it’s found new, innovative ways to work.

UK shoppers were deal-hunting online last month and seeking cheaper product alternatives as consumer confidence was at its lowest level since November 2023.

Next year the Swiss-based art fair will open an edition in Doha, Qatar’s capital city.

The designer, who launched her eponymous brand in Manhattan in 2008, chose the city out of nostalgia for the energetic town.

Victoria’s Secret adopted a shareholder rights plan on Tuesday, after Australian billionaire Brett Blundy’s investment firm increased its stake in the lingerie maker.

French fashion house Zadig & Voltaire announced on Tuesday the opening of its flagship store in Miami’s Design District.

Revlon announced on Tuesday it has inked a new fragrance licensing deal with Palm Angels, as the Italian luxury marque looks to expand its perfume offerings to more consumers worldwide. 

Alphabet Inc.’s Google has entered the glasses race by partnering with Xreal Inc. on the first spectacles to run an augmented-reality version of its operating system. 

Chanel Ltd. profit plunged last year as the closely held company boosted spending on marketing to stay visible amid a luxury industry downturn. 

M&S is understood to be facing a multi-million-pound court action by Scottish customers whose personal data was believed to have been taken in the high street giant’s recent cyber attack.

The European Union plans to levy a flat fee on billions of small packages entering the bloc, mainly from China, the Financial Times reported on Tuesday, citing a proposal.

Italian police said on Tuesday they arrested a Chinese national for alleged labour exploitation and shut down a workshop in the Milan area producing items for the fashion industry.

Flipkart’s fashion arm Myntra has expanded into Singapore to bring Indian fashion and lifestyle labels to the desi diaspora and beyond. 

Maternity and lifestyle brand Hatch has named Danielle Lafleur as its new president, effective immediately.

​Source Fashion is promising a powerful line-up of keynote speakers addressing the event’s headline agenda: ‘Thriving in a Volatile World’ for the 8-10 July event at The Grand Hall, Olympia London.

In a major boost as one of the North West’s premier retail and leisure destination, Manchester Arndale has signed new long-term leases a clutch of its existing top tenants.

Luxury lifestyle/beauty brand Byredo is to open a store at Victoria Leeds, the brand’s first standalone UK location outside of London.

It’s a busy period in the summer swim shorts space with Sheep Inc and David Gandy Wellwear launching for the season. 

Premium eyewear brand partner and design specialist Mondottica Group is entering a new eyewear category with Ted Baker via its new Ready Readers.

Levi Strauss & Co will sell Dockers to Authentic Brands for $311 million, supporting its DTC focus and global expansion. The deal includes potential bonuses and is set to close by July 2025 in North America.

​Australian brand Camilla and Marc has opened an “immersive” pop-up within Harrods in London featuring the SS25 collection and an exclusive preview of its vacation capsule.

Timberland has a new global VP of product design and creative direction with the VF Corp-owned brand appointing ex-Dr Martens creative director Darren Mckoy to the role.

​Bedford Media has announced the appointment of Michael Quinn as global image director of i-D, a new role.

​H&M Foundation, the non-profit organisation, has unveiled the 10 early-stage innovations it said are “set to reshape the fashion industry – from clean tech recycling in China to community-powered circularity in Ghana”.

Zara launches “travel mode” in its mobile app, offering offline travel guides, store locators, and shopping options in markets like Italy, the U.K., and Japan as part of its omnichannel push.

As part of a strategic overhaul under CEO Elliott Hill, Nike has cut tech jobs and outsourced operations to reignite growth after falling sales and internal disruptions.

The UK and EU have signed a landmark agreement easing food export rules, establishing a 12-year fishing rights deal, and enhancing defense cooperation, marking a significant post-Brexit shift in relations.

Ring Concierge, a luxury jeweler specializing in fine jewelry and bespoke bridal rings, has received an investment from Webster Capital, to support the New York firm’s future strategy.