Barbie to feature in up to 40 pc of péro’s SS27 collection; designer targets 25-30 pc seasonal growth

Designer label péro plans to achieve 25-30 percent growth with its upcoming Spring/Summer 2027 collection. The collection will feature around 35-40 percent Barbie-themed items, cultivating a unique brand collaboration. péro’s collaboration with Barbie follows a successful partnership with Hello Kitty, showcasing its creative approach. The collection is set for launch across approximately 25 countries, including India, in early 2027.

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Titan Company brand Zoya seeks to cash in on rising high-end jewellery demand, eyes Rs 500 crore revenue by FY27

Titan Company’s luxury brand Zoya aims to reach ₹500 crore in revenue by FY27 as India’s luxury jewellery market expands. It is targeting high-net-worth individuals who seek exclusive and unique jewellery pieces over traditional options. Zoya specialises in coloured gemstones, offering intricate craftsmanship and a range of prices to appeal to affluent consumers.

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Fossil launches Swiss-made Signature watch collection in India, names Sawai Padmanabh Singh global ambassador

The two models are priced at Rs 57,995 and Rs 75,995, respectively. Both feature domed sapphire crystals and textured dials. The launch marks Fossil’s return to Swiss watchmaking, building on the company’s more than two decades of presence and expertise in Switzerland.

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Canada’s Lululemon appoints Tara Poseley to board of directors

Lululemon athletica appointed former Chief Product Officer Tara Poseley to its board, effective October 19, 2026, expanding it to 13 directors, including 12 independents.
Poseley, most recently CEO of Paula’s Choice Skincare, joins under the company’s cooperation agreement with founder Dennis “Chip” Wilson and brings more than 30 years of retail, apparel and beauty experience.

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Brazil’s 0% parcel duty: Is local apparel paying the price?

Brazil’s 0 per cent federal duty for qualifying Remessa Conforme purchases up to $50 remains current policy under Law 15,502, but rates can change.
Purchases outside the programme generally face 60 per cent duty; state ICMS of 17–20 per cent still applies.
Remittance declarations rose 73.8 per cent in August 2026, while apparel output fell 10.6 per cent; causation is not established.

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Bangladesh apparel exports to EU fall 11.4%: What drives the drop?

TexPro data show Bangladesh apparel export value for HS 61 and HS 62 to EU destinations fell 11.43 per cent in January–August 2026.
Values declined 4.31 per cent to the United States, 0.61 per cent to the United Kingdom and 7.69 per cent worldwide.
Eurostat data show EU apparel imports from Bangladesh fell 11.67 per cent; buyers should prepare for the EU’s post-transition preference framework.

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EU seizes record 196 mn counterfeits worth $7.1 bn; clothing tops list

EU authorities seized a record 196 million counterfeit items worth €6.3 billion ($7.1 billion) in 2025, up 67 per cent from 2024, the European Commission said.
Clothing accounted for nearly one-fifth of detained items.
Customs intercepted 42 million goods at EU borders, with most cases linked to express courier and postal shipments associated with e-commerce.

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US’ Deckers Brands’ Q2 profit rises 17% as Hoka, UGG expand

Deckers Brands has raised its FY27 diluted earnings per share outlook after second-quarter earnings exceeded expectations, supported by disciplined marketplace management and expense control.
Second-quarter net sales rose 3.5 per cent to $1.48 billion, while net income increased 17 per cent to $313.1 million.
Tariff refunds lifted margins and EPS, as Hoka and UGG both delivered sales growth.

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