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fashion
Supply Chain Fashion Retail’s Inventory Race Shifts From 'Less Stock' to 'Smarter Stock'
Supply chain and merchandising leaders at the ETRetail ShopFWD Summit 2026 argued that cutting inventory across the board is less effective than building 'smart inventory' — deeper stock behind proven sellers and controlled breadth on experimental lines. The shift prioritises availability, replenishment speed and SKU-level accuracy over aggregate stock targets.
Manufacturing India’s Next Fashion Opportunity Lies in Profitable Premium Brands, Not Scale at Any Cost
Vineet Gautam of 91Brands and Rajesh Narkar of Confluxe told the ETRetail ShopFWD Summit that India's fashion future depends on profitable premium brands, disciplined positioning, unit economics and technology rather than scale. They said demand is emerging beyond metros, with consumers in cities like Ajmer, Indore and Gorakhpur willing to pay for value-for-money propositions.
E-Commerce & Marketplaces Vinted bans seller over £2 sandals as thousands log AI moderation complaints
A single mother was permanently banned from Vinted after relisting a pair of £2 sandals, according to the BBC. More than 4,000 users logged complaints on sadvintedfaces.com, reporting suspected AI moderation errors, with 1,618 permanent bans recorded.
Manufacturing Merino Wool Yields 4-5 Pounds per Sheep Annually, New Guide Shows Textile Buyers
WIRED's merino wool apparel guide shows textile buyers how to specify the fiber by GSM, maps merino weights to fleece equivalents, and details Nuyarn, a merino-nylon hybrid yarn. It also warns that cheaper wool may carry a higher carbon footprint. For apparel manufacturers, the report frames merino as a renewable but naturally limited input, with per-sheep yields of 4 to 5 pounds per year.
Manufacturing Charity rebrands more than 1,000 surplus garments a year to save them from landfill
Swindon-based clothing charity Dressability alters and redistributes more than 1,000 branded garments a year, saving new coats, fleeces and other apparel from landfill. The project, launched after a delivery of coats from a company that ceased trading, now supplies organisations in Liverpool and Ukraine, with surplus garments sourced from Osnic Embroidery.
E-Commerce & Marketplaces Vinted taps DHL's Germany collection points to expand second-hand marketplace
Vinted has partnered with DHL to integrate Germany's largest parcel network, including Packstations, Poststations, and DeinFach lockers, into its platform. The partnership aims to make peer-to-peer second-hand transactions as convenient as retail e-commerce, with a focus on locker-to-locker shipping. DHL plans to expand its automated network to over 30,000 locations by 2030.
Manufacturing Students Reveal Budget-Friendly Graduation Outfit Tips as Ceremony Costs Rise
As thousands of UK students graduate, many face pressure to dress impressively while managing tight budgets. BBC News spoke to graduates in Salford Quays who thrifted outfits, asked family tailors for help, or rented gowns to keep costs down. Budgeting expert Tom Allingham highlights the financial strain, especially for first-generation university attendees.
E-Commerce & Marketplaces Global brands must avoid premature expansion, says Urbanic Co-founder James Wellwood
Urbanic Co-founder James Wellwood emphasises that sustainable globalisation requires disciplined expansion, strong supply chains, and locally attuned community building. He warns against premature scaling across multiple markets, noting that technology and data-driven forecasting can optimise inventory and minimise dead stock.
Technology Honor 600 Pro Molly Limited Edition Blends Gen Z Fashion and Tech, Apple Could Never Match Its Charm
Chinese smartphone maker Honor has unveiled the 600 Pro Molly Limited Edition, a collaboration with Pop Mart's popular character Molly. The phone features a glittery golden white design, exclusive photo watermarks, and deep customization options targeting Gen Z consumers. The character, created by Hong Kong artist Kenny Wong in 2006, is Pop Mart's top-selling mascot.
Frasers Group Bids £1.73bn for Full Control of Hugo Boss
Frasers Group, led by Mike Ashley, has proposed a £1.73bn takeover of Hugo Boss, seeking to acquire the remaining shares of the German fashion brand. The offer values Hugo Boss at €38 per share, surpassing its recent market price.