If you’re a big name in fashion, chances are you’re in one of three places this week. The World Economic Forum takes place in Davos, Switzerland, the National Retail Federation’s annual convention takes place in New York, and the men’s show takes place in Paris. Each has its own role to play in setting the tempo of the fashion industry this year.
Davos
For the first time since 2020, the annual event that draws influential figures from around the world has returned to normal winter hours. Climate change, the dangers of social media and the potential of artificial intelligence are on the official agenda of the audience of politicians, investors and business owners. The pre-forum survey is sure to resonate with fashion industry executives, but respondents have to deal with short-term disruptions, such as the war in Ukraine, and long-term challenges, such as sustainability. He said he was working on ways to balance it with sex. environment.
Davos can also provide an opportunity to find out how world leaders feel about the economy. They send out various signals in advance of the meeting.
New York
The National Retail Federation’s annual gathering is one of the largest trade shows for American retailers, from fashion and beauty to grocery and home goods. While the main activity is on the convention floor, a series of panels and speakers overlapped a lot with the big picture conversations at Davos, while also covering more parochial concerns such as inventory management and his latest innovations in POS. will also be explained. system.
As with the Davos meeting, participants will no doubt seek clarity when analyzing conflicting information. Already this year, some retailers, including American Eagle and Abercrombie & Fitch, reported promising sales for the holiday season, while others, including Lululemon, gave his 2023 outlook. is pulling down. The conference is also being held against the backdrop of tech layoffs, which could affect fashion retail if the economy continues to deteriorate.
Paris
Earlier in the week, Milan hosts several major menswear shows for Italian brands Prada and Zegna. In addition, the UK’s Charles Jeffrey Loverboy and JW Anderson will also perform shows in the Italian fashion capital. Paris kicks off on Tuesday with Kiddill and Welsh his boners. All eyes, however, will be on the Louis Vuitton unveiling on Thursday. Last week’s announcement that Colm Dillane (better known as KidSuper) would be collaborating on his latest collection restarted rumors about whether a successor to Virgil Abloh has finally been found. Karl is a familiar face for his 2021 Lagerfeld award winning LVMH. Last week’s executive change only heightened speculation that a new creative director of his might soon be named.
Other Notes of the Week
Sunday
National Retail Federation Annual Convention Begins
Etro, Prada, Charles Jeffrey Loverboy, JW Anderson and More Present Menswear Collections in Milan
Monday
Giorgio Armani and Zegna conclude Menswear Fashion Week in Milan
New season of Love Island kicks off, fashion partner eBay returns
China reports fourth quarter GDP
Tuesday
Kiddill, Wales Bonner and Saint Laurent highlight Paris Men’s opening day
Wednesday
Givenchy, Bianca Sanders show in Paris
UK and Eurozone Release December Inflation Rates
US reports December retail sales
Thursday
Rick Owens, Louis Vuitton, Isabel Marant, Dries Van Noten, Amiri show in Paris
Friday
Dior Homme show in Paris
UK reports December retail sales
Saturday
Hermès, Baudet present show in Paris
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