Central Asia Fashion Show debuts at Milan Fashion Week, unveiling womenswear Spring-Summer 2027. Industry leaders and new talents gather as FashionNetwork covers the region’s rising influence.
Indonesia is pushing Jakarta into the spotlight as Asia’s next fashion-tourism hub, officials said, pointing to new events, retail investments and creative collaborations aimed at attracting style-savvy shoppers from around the world
Uniqlo Malaysia’s new modest-wear line has ignited an online backlash, with critics saying the designs fall short of Islamic hijab standards – a controversy that lays bare tensions between faith, fashion and corporate branding
A growing conflict around Iran is snarling vital shipping lanes, hammering Asia’s polyester industry and threatening to choke off supply lines for global fast‑fashion brands, industry analysts and traders warn
By ramping up investments, staging blockbuster trade shows and launching bold creative-talent initiatives, Hong Kong is positioning itself as Asia’s fashion “super-connector” – a bustling bridge linking mainland China, global labels and rising regional designers
Retail Asia reports that surging production costs and lagging consumer confidence will slow fashion-sector growth across Asia through 2026, forcing brands to defend ever-thinner margins while navigating a market of increasingly selective, cautious shoppers
Kim Jones declares Asia the new heartbeat of fashion, telling WWD that cultural depth – not logos – will shape luxury’s future as brands pour energy into storytelling and champion local creative talent
At Colombo Fashion Week, models and designers dazzled the runway with electric saris, sleek contemporary silhouettes and exquisite artisanal details – a bold statement that positions Sri Lanka’s capital as one of Asia’s most exciting new fashion destinations
In a daring Paris debut, Turkmen designers stole the spotlight-transforming age-old motifs into sleek, cutting-edge silhouettes. Their landmark show didn’t just dazzle; it announced Central Asia’s rise as a bold new force on the global fashion stage
Across Asia, premium fashion labels are enjoying a surge in designer-apparel sales, bolstered by scarce seasonal markdowns and a rising tide of affluent, trend-savvy shoppers hungry for the latest styles
From Seoul’s avant‑garde streetwear to Jakarta’s beauty rebels, a daring new wave of labels is rewriting the style rulebook. Go inside the brands capturing Asia’s hyper‑connected, values‑driven Gen Z
At Delhi’s AltaRasa, rising talents and acclaimed designers from across Asia step into the spotlight, where contemporary design meets time-honored regional craftsmanship and daring cross-cultural collaborations that reimagine the future of fashion
H&M is doubling down on the Philippines, accelerating investment to tap the country’s booming $15.8 billion “fashion‑hungry” market – a standout growth opportunity in Southeast Asia, Retail Asia reports
Almaty Fashion Week is staking its claim as Central Asia’s emerging style hub – a vibrant stage where bold regional designers shine and international buyers flock to discover fresh talent and untapped markets
Asia’s garment manufacturers are bracing for fresh turbulence as shifting US and EU trade policies threaten new tariffs – a move that could upend supply chains, squeeze razor-thin margins and force brands to overhaul their sourcing strategies
Tokyo Fashion Week is leaning into Asian talent, catapulting regional designers and emerging markets into the spotlight as Tokyo stakes its claim as a strategic hub of the global fashion world
Australian fashion retailer Cotton On has moved quickly to quash reports it will close stores across Asia, putting customers and staff at ease by confirming its operations in key markets will continue unchanged
South Korea’s leading online fashion platform is making a bold push into Vietnam and other strategic Southeast Asian markets – racing to tap booming e-commerce demand and cement a stronger regional foothold
Global brands are flocking to Southeast Asia as a potential sustainability hub – but with emerging regulations, local innovators and tangled supply chains, can the fashion industry actually make good on its green promises?
Six powerhouse luxury labels are storming the fitness scene – unleashing high-tech athleisure, performance sneakers and studio partnerships that fuse runway glamour with uncompromising, gym-ready performance