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Anya Hindmarch steps into the men's fashion market

Although some industry insiders have raised concerns for the future of men's fashion week, thanks to the change of tide which sees more and more fashion houses showing men's and women's together, it has done little to stem a growing group of women's wear designers from testing the waters. British designer Stella McCartney previously announced...

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And the European nominees for the 2016/2017 International Woolmark Prize are...

The annual International Woolmark Prize has announced the European nominees for its 2016/2017 cycle. Stemming from 11 countries, the nominees count ten candidates for the women's wear award, which are as followed: Roshi Porker from Austria; Kimstumpf from Belgium; Cockerel from the Czech Republic; Nicholas Nybro from Denmark; Etienne Deroeux...

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Boohoo launches standalone men's site ahead of LA pop-up shop

British fashion e-tailer Boohoo has launched its standalone men's wear ahead of the opening of its Los Angeles pop-up store opening. The website, found at boohooman.com, is aimed at young, male shoppers and offers the retailer's full men's wear range with weekly product drops occurring across different collections. Boohoo.com has offered men's...

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The evolution of men's suiting

New York - Men's suiting has been a staple in a man's wardrobe for virtually centuries. At some point, the men's suit did become a symbol of something rigid, formal, and boring, yet classy. Of course, the world would be a far better place if people moved forward from such strict and boring black tie, with literally a black tie affair being a man...

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Suede trending in men's wear

New York - What has long been a symbol of class and luxury, suede is making a comeback, and this time in men's wear, which is having its moment in the spotlight this year. For proof that suede is one of the it materials of the moment look at the men's wear collections of Saint Laurent, Tom Ford, and Michael Bastian who all had suede coats for...

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Quick facts Men's Fashion market

With a growing emphasis on personal appearance and an average disposable income that is still 50 percent higher than women's globally, men are spending more on apparel and footwear than ever before. By 2019, menswear is expected to contribute close to 40 billion US dollars in sales to the global apparel market.

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Lululemon focuses on men's wear with stand alone store opening

Canadian yoga-inspired athletic wear firm Lululemon has turned its focus to its menswear, as the retailer aims to open its first men's-only store in Manhattan on Black Friday, November 28. The athletic wear retailer has also been setting up more dual gender “flagships,” according to WWD as its men's wear growth continues to surpass Lululemon's...