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CAFA world press conference; Charts Africa’s path to a $500 billion fashion economy
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CAFA world press conference; Charts Africa’s path to a $500 billion fashion economy

This announcement came on November 5, 2025, at the NICON Luxury Hotel in Abuja, during the CAFA World Press Conference & Unveiling Ceremony 2025, which officially introduced AfroLiganza as a continental movement and Egbaliganza 2026 as its forthcoming proof-of-concept event leading to the African Global Fashion Games (AGFG) in 2027. The event brought together dignitaries from across Africa, including cultural representatives, industry leaders, traditional rulers, and international observers. ...
SHEIN Partners with Newegg to Launch Tech-Focused Fashion Storefront
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SHEIN Partners with Newegg to Launch Tech-Focused Fashion Storefront

New updates have been reported about SHEIN (PC:SHNQX)Meet Your ETF AI Analyst SHEIN, a leading global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, has announced a strategic partnership with Newegg, a prominent e-commerce company specializing in technology products. This collaboration introduces a new Newegg storefront on SHEIN’s U.S. platform, offering over 1,000 technology products tailored for gamers who value both style and functionality. This move highlights SHEIN’s commitment to blending fashion with technology, providing customers with innovative ways to express their individuality through their tech devices and accessories. The partnership aims to capitalize on the growing influence of female gamers, who are increasingly driving demand in the gaming and lifestyle sectors. According to a 2...
Day-to-Night Outfits I Swear By as a Biologist and Fashion Girl
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Day-to-Night Outfits I Swear By as a Biologist and Fashion Girl

I, like every other New Yorker, struggle with wearing too many hats and committing to too many things. As a fashion creator and full-time biology PhD candidate working in the lab, the number one question I get asked is, “How do you balance both?” I totally agree: It does seem absurd when you examine how different the two worlds are—the rigidity and structure of academia and the hectic, often disorienting excitement of the fashion industry. But I tackle transitioning between the two as I do with anything in my life: with a methodical plan and lots of trial and error.Throughout the years of rushing to fashion events after working in the lab all day, I’ve learned many valuable lessons on day-to-night dressing. I know to tailor my work outfits to my evening plans, as the fashion world is much ...
5 Ways I’m Styling Leather for Fall and Winter 2025
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5 Ways I’m Styling Leather for Fall and Winter 2025

Fall and winter's leather trend might not be groundbreaking, but I would say its classic nature is almost the point. The material has been a staple of every It girl's cold-weather wardrobe, so I’m here to share my favorite pieces and how to style them in fresh ways for 2025.Whether in the form of a long trench coat or a more subtle belt or beret, leather stands the test of time and is a forever essential in my personal rotation. It's actually the backbone of my minimalist wardrobe, so I'm sharing my favorite ways to style it for the new season—let's dive in.A Classic Long Leather Trench (Image credit: Christie Tyler)I know a leather trench may seem too edgy, but when worn with knits, jeans, or even other suiting, the fabric plays a fundamental role in keeping you warm while also lettin...
A Blueprint for Fashion Brands
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A Blueprint for Fashion Brands

Apparel companies all know they should be more sustainable, and most do want to be. But sustainability can be difficult to achieve. It can be costly, hard to scale, and missteps can crush a company in the court of public opinion. Additionally, with consumers already tightening their purse strings, is sustainable fashion a sustainable business model? Apparel brand Eileen Fisher, with its 60-plus stores and $300 million in sales would certainly say yes. The certified B Corporation has an almost cult-like following among its very eco-minded consumers, and sustainability factors prominently in sourcing, manufacturing, worker treatment, consumer marketing and more. In this fireside chat for Retail Rx, Susan Scow, sustainability impact specialist, Eileen Fisher, chatted with Ian Fred...
Meghan Markle’s Fashion Statement Dubbed ‘Revenge’ by Palace Insiders
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Meghan Markle’s Fashion Statement Dubbed ‘Revenge’ by Palace Insiders

Meghan Markle has once again stirred controversy, this time for not wearing a poppy ahead of Remembrance Day at Kris Jenner’s birthday party. Meanwhile, Prince Harry arrived at the extravagant event in a black tuxedo, with a red poppy pinned to his jacket. Markle’s fashion choice didn’t sit well with many, and palace insiders reportedly described it as “her latest act of royal revenge.”Meghan Markle’s outfit didn’t feature a poppy or a red accent, claims insiderRemembrance Day holds great importance in the UK, especially for the Royal Family. It is a day when everyone honors those who died serving in the military. The Royal Family wears poppies while attending ceremonies to uphold tradition and lead by example, and not doing so is deeply frowned upon. For Harry, the significance of the red...
8 “confidence boosters” in fashion that actually make you look insecure
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8 “confidence boosters” in fashion that actually make you look insecure

We’ve all done it. Bought that outfit we hoped would make us feel unstoppable. Maybe it was the designer bag, the trendy heels, or that perfectly tailored blazer that promised to boost our confidence. And for a moment, it probably did. But here’s the truth. Sometimes the things we wear to look confident actually highlight our insecurities instead. As psychologist Dr. Karen Pine explains, “What we wear can change not only how others perceive us but also how we perceive ourselves.” That’s both empowering and revealing. Because if our choices come from insecurity rather than self-expression, people can sense it no matter how polished the outfit looks. Let’s take a closer look at some “confidence boosters” that might be doing the opposite. 1. Wearing luxury logos to prove your worth There’s so...
Teen CEO Turns Ocean Plastic Into Sustainable Fashion – One Green Planet
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Teen CEO Turns Ocean Plastic Into Sustainable Fashion – One Green Planet

At just 18 years old, Holden Bierman is proving that you don’t need to be a corporate giant to make a difference for the planet. The North Carolina teen is the founder of Coastal Cool, a sustainable swimwear brand transforming plastic waste from the ocean into stylish, high-quality beachwear. Bierman first launched the company at only 13, using a $500 loan from his parents to create T-shirts and hoodies before realizing he wanted to do something that directly benefited the earth. Over time, his research led him to eco-friendly materials made from recycled plastic bottles and ocean-bound waste, now used in every swimsuit his brand sells. Each purchase from Coastal Cool funds the removal of one pound of ocean plastic through a partnership with Tidey Ocean, a nonprofit that provides fair-pay ...
Miami University launches Fashion Institute as interest in design field frows
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Miami University launches Fashion Institute as interest in design field frows

“The interest in that student organization led the university to invest in fashion as a curriculum. So, the institute exists to support the student organizations on campus that are dedicated to fashion, and also, support the staff and faculty to make sure they are resourced with good connections in the industry. That’s really a focus of the institute,” said Schisler, who is based in Columbus, where there are plenty of fashion resources.The Fashion Institute, housed in the College of Creative Arts, officially became an institute within the university in early- to mid-August of this year. One of the institutes goals, he said, is to create “high stakes” experiential learning opportunities for students, where students who are studying fashion are given the opportunity to learn by doing. The in...
France is at war with Shein. We should copy its tactics to defeat fast fashion | Nicole Lipman
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France is at war with Shein. We should copy its tactics to defeat fast fashion | Nicole Lipman

Paris is the fashion capital of the world – a paradise of couture and craftsmanship stretching back centuries. The city’s very name connotes luxury and glamour. But last Wednesday, 5 November, a sprawling Shein outlet opened on the sixth floor of the BHV Marais, the historic department store directly across from Paris’s city hall. It’s the Singapore-based ultra-fast-fashion store’s first permanent bricks and mortar retail space, and the first of several permanent outposts Shein plans to open in France in the near future. Many Parisians aren’t happy about it.Shein – launched as SheInside in 2011 in Nanjing, China – is the reprehensible paragon of the ultra-fast-fashion industry. The company sells clothing (and home goods, toys, stationery, cookware, blankets, pet supplies and more) at an un...