Global fashion and e-commerce companies delivered mixed Q1 2026 performances, though the overall trend leaned positive with stronger results from digital-led players.
Levi’s, Amazon, Zalando and Marimekko posted strong growth in sales and profitability, supported by digital expansion, AI integration and resilient consumer demand.
Meanwhile, H&M and Delta Galil showed moderate results.
Asos has expanded its menswear offering with nine new fashion and contemporary brands, including Gap, HUF, Pegador and Stan Ray.
The move strengthens its position as a trend-led menswear destination, spanning streetwear, summer essentials and elevated basics, while reflecting growing online demand for style inspiration and accessible fashion.
The British Fashion Council has announced a four-year commitment to strengthen and expand its London show ROOMS (LsR) presence in Paris during Paris Fashion Week Men’s 2026.
Featuring top British menswear designers, the initiative aims to boost global visibility, connect brands with international buyers and press, and support long-term commercial growth as part of the BFC 2030 strategy.
Zalando and Vestiaire Collective have partnered to bring authenticated pre-owned luxury fashion to customers across 14 European markets.
The collaboration adds verified designer apparel, footwear, handbags and accessories from over 50 luxury brands to Zalando’s platform, combining Vestiaire’s authentication expertise with Zalando’s convenience and growing demand for circular fashion.
Capri Holdings is expecting FY27 revenue of about $3.525 billion and around 40 per cent adjusted EPS growth, supported by improving trends at Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo.
In Q4 FY26, revenue fell 3.7 per cent YoY to $796 million, but gross margin improved to 64.8 per cent.
Adjusted EPS rose to $0.22, while Michael Kors improved profitability and Jimmy Choo posted revenue growth.
Mango announced that Jonathan Andic will temporarily step away from his responsibilities at the company.
CEO Toni Ruiz expressed full support, highlighting Mango’s strong global growth, clear strategy, and governance standards.
The Board and Andic Family also backed Jonathan, expressing confidence that the legal proceedings will be resolved favourably and swiftly.
The global luxury sector is shifting to a period of stabilisation instead of a decline, Kearney’s 2026 Global Luxury Industry Outlook said.
It forecasts global luxury market growth of 2-4 per cent in 2026, while the US, Europe and China will be key to maintaining demand.
Growth is likely to remain fragile in Europe as brands tackle rising retail rents, regulatory pressures and cautious consumer spending.
BioFleax, a 100 per cent plant-based performance material, has entered mainstream fashion through the Stella McCartney x H&M Spring 2026 collection.
Featured in a snakeskin-print bomber jacket, the material highlights how next-generation plant-based innovations are moving beyond experimentation into real-world fashion products, supporting performance, design, and future circularity.
Ralph Lauren reported strong FY26 results, with revenue rising 15 per cent YoY to $8.1 billion and net income increasing to $941 million. Adjusted operating margin expanded 200 bps to 16 per cent.
Q4 revenue grew 17 per cent to $2 billion, led by Asia.
For FY27, the company expects mid-single-digit revenue growth and 40-60 bps operating margin expansion.
Lee has launched “Kacey Lee,” its first celebrity collaboration with eight-time Grammy winner Kacey Musgraves exclusively at Walmart.
The 100-plus piece capsule blends Lee’s denim heritage with Musgraves’ Americana-inspired style, featuring apparel, swimwear, accessories and pet items designed for summer concerts, casual wear and self-expression.