Unfortunately, several prominent names within the fashion industry passed away in 2018. FashionUnited pays homage to them as we look back at the most important events of the year. Hubert de Givenchy Hubert de Givenchy, the French fashion designer famous for designing much of the personal and professional wardrobe of Audrey Hepburn and Jackie...
Dec 21, 2018
Some people say any publicity is good publicity. These fashion companies probably hope that is true, considering they made headlines in 2018 for what many would deem the wrong reasons. Without further ado, here are the biggest controversies to have shaken the fashion world this year. Size matters In January, Victoria Beckham’s namesake label was...
Dec 20, 2018
From soul diva Aretha Franklin to astrophysicist Stephen Hawking and former UN chief Kofi Annan, here are some of the notable figures who passed away in 2018: - January - - 15: Dolores O'Riordan, singer-songwriter of Irish band The Cranberries, drowned accidentally in a hotel bath aged 46. - 27: Ingvar Kamprad, Swedish founder of affordable...
Dec 12, 2018
London -- Italian brand Benetton has named Jean-Charles de Castelbajac as the new artistic director of both its men's and women's collections. The veteran fashion designer - who made a name for himself with his bold and colourful artistic flair - hopes to revitalise the brand’s designs. Fashion for everyone Having dressed Pope John Paul II...
Oct 11, 2018
Italian group Benetton on Monday named veteran fashion designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac as artistic director of its men's and women's collections. "We are happy to welcome Jean-Charles de Castelbajac into our big family," United Colors of Benetton boss Luciano Benetton said in a statement, hailing his ability to "forecast tomorrow's social...
Oct 8, 2018
Italian group Benetton has named veteran fashion designer Jean-Charles de Castelbajac as artistic director of its men's and women's collections, the company said on Monday. "We are happy to welcome Jean-Charles de Castelbajac into our big family," United Colors of Benetton boss Luciano Benetton said in a statement, hailing his ability to...
Benetton conducted India’s most powerful social experiment to see how the next generation has the strength to enact enormous miracles for the country. Source: United Colors of Benetton, YouTube.
Aug 14, 2018
Carlo Benetton, one of the brothers who founded the Italian apparel brand Benetton, died today at the age of 74, according to a statement issued by the company. He passed away at his home in Treviso, Italy. He suffered from an undisclosed disease. Carlo Benetton founded the company in 1965, alongside his siblings Luciano, Gilberto and Giuliana....
Jul 10, 2018
United Colors of Benetton is best known for its advertising campaigns celebrating diversity. Previous campaigns, usually shot by Italian photographer Oliviero Toscani, depicted models from different ethnicities holding hands, leaders from different religions side by side, or classroom with children from different nationalities. However, the...
Jun 20, 2018
Luciano Benetton, 82-year old founder of the Benetton Group is making a comeback to infuse life into the troubled clothing brand, reports The Times. He had launched the brand in 1965 that gained fame and attention for its colourful designs and bold marketing campaigns. “It’s an intolerable pain for me. That’s why I am stepping in again, together...
Dec 1, 2017
A combination of intense colors and natural shades for a contemporary collection, inspired by Benetton's tradition. Source: United Colors of Benetton, YouTube
Nov 8, 2017
Italian high street brand Benetton is paving the way for fashion brands when it comes to their commitment to wool. As not only the first European fashion brand but also one of the few globally to join the International Wool Textile Organisation, the Benetton Group now has the chance to prove its commitment to environmental protection, product...
Apr 11, 2017
