A team of technical experts from Prada, the Italian luxury brand, visited Kolhapur, India, on Tuesday, July 15, 2025, to interact with local artisans and assess footwear manufacturing processes. The visit followed accusations of cultural appropriation regarding sandals showcased in Prada’s men’s 2026 fashion show, which were allegedly inspired by traditional Indian handcrafted footwear, specifically…
Loro Piana Under Scrutiny: A Fashion House’s Legal Crisis Loro Piana, the luxury cashmere brand owned by the French conglomerate LVMH, has been placed under court administration in Italy following investigations into alleged labor exploitation. This development, a significant blow to the brand’s reputation, marks the fifth fashion firm to be targeted by Milan judges…
A new report has issued a stark warning regarding the escalating energy demands of the global technology sector, driven primarily by the explosive growth of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The analysis suggests that the sector’s energy consumption could skyrocket by an astonishing 25-fold by the year 2040. This projected surge in power usage, the report contends,…
Luxury streetwear pioneer Heron Preston has announced his departure from the Italian fashion production and distribution group, New Guards Group (NGG). The move marks a significant shift for the eponymous brand, founded by the designer known for his distinctive aesthetic rooted in workwear, art, and sustainability. The news of the separation was personally confirmed by…
SPOKANE, WA – In the dynamic landscape of contemporary fashion, marked by an increasingly rapid trend cycle, the enduring appeal and evolving nature of vintage clothing are subjects of significant interest. As 2025 unfolds, members of the vintage fashion community and local fashion vendors in Spokane are engaging in a critical reflection on the current…
Samsung is set to reveal its highly anticipated seventh generation of foldable smartphones today, July 9, 2025, at the Galaxy Unpacked event taking place in Brooklyn, New York, US. Headlining the event are expected to be the next iterations of the company’s pioneering foldable line: the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and the Galaxy Z Flip…
As the 2025 Paris Fashion Week approaches its conclusion, the world’s gaze remains fixed on the French capital, anticipating the final reveals from the pinnacle of high fashion – haute couture. This season has been marked by a blend of theatrical spectacle and exquisite craftsmanship, with several looks and runway presentations capturing global headlines and…
GitHub Chief Addresses AI’s Role in Software Development Paris, France – Artificial intelligence will not displace software developers but instead act as a powerful catalyst, significantly enhancing their impact and potentially leading to increased hiring across the technology sector, according to GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke. Speaking during VivaTech in Paris on the Silicon Valley Girl…
Paris, France – In a significant convergence of biotechnology and high fashion, Japanese biotech venture Spiber Inc. and internationally acclaimed Dutch haute couture designer Iris van Herpen unveiled a groundbreaking collaborative piece during Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week Autumn/Winter 2025. The partnership culminated in the debut of a unique bridal look, presented on the prestigious…
Paris, France – Capgemini SE, the prominent French information technology services and consulting company, announced today a definitive agreement to acquire New York-listed outsourcing and business process management firm, WNS Holdings Ltd. The all-cash transaction is valued at approximately $3.3 billion, representing a significant strategic move by Capgemini to bolster its capabilities and market position…
