In this week's briefing, a look at new and existing challenges in brand-retailer partnerships. Plus, London retailers are working overtime to win back shoppers, and Coupang, owner of Farfetch, releases earnings.

On this week's episode of The Glossy Fashion Podcast, Edward Buchanan breaks down the state of Italian fashion, including why luxury prices are skyrocketing, craftsmanship is fading and independent designers are struggling to break through.

The BFC is making sustainability non-negotiable, adopting Copenhagen Fashion Week’s framework and aligning with E.U. rules like the Green Claims Directive. It's pushing designers to back up their eco claims with real action.

London Fashion Week Fall 2025 has a new, pared-down look as more brands ditch costly shows in favor of intimate dinners, digital drops and new formats. With sponsorships dwindling and financial pressures mounting, designers are rethinking how — and if — they show.

Luxury M&A heats up as the fallout from the Tapestry-Capri merger drives brand sell-offs, with Stuart Weitzman, Versace and Jimmy Choo in play.

Burberry employees are pushing back against sudden return-to-office mandates under new leadership, raising concerns over flexibility, morale and the brand’s shifting culture.

Fashion legend Norma Kamali joins the Glossy Podcast to discuss her latest NYFW collection, the role of AI in preserving design legacies and what’s next for her brand, including expanding to new product categories and evolving the iconic sleeping bag coat.

While the rest of luxury slows, Hermès posted a 15% sales surge in 2024 — powered by exclusivity, quiet luxury and relentless demand.

As Kering seeks stabilization and Mytheresa accelerates its digital and experiential strategy, the contrast between these luxury players underscores the evolving landscape, where heritage must meet innovation to stay relevant.