Future of fashion, summer of sport and more in June’s Drapers

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Data in the supply chain After years of focusing purely on customer information, in 2024 retailers are ramping up efforts to collect data from their supply chains. Drapers investigates why, how they are doing it and what they are using it for.

Selling in cyber-space From virtual reality headsets to streaming on social media, Drapers examines the latest advances in technology.

Sustainable fashion Artificial intelligence, new chemical processes and high-tech sorting systems are among the driving forces behind the latest developments in recycling. Drapers examines the opportunities and threats the sector faces.

Manufacturing From tackling waste through digital sampling, to allowing consumers to try virtual products before they are in production, tech has the potential to transform the manufacturing sector. Drapers explores the most future-facing innovations.

Paul Hornby, digital customer experience director, outlines The Very Group‘s artificial intelligence-based tech re-platforming.

Luxury fashion switches off Brands such as Ralph Lauren, Phoebe Philo, Hermès and The Row are taking exclusivity to extremes by limiting access to product and real-life catwalk experiences, and switching off social media

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The Drapers Interview: A year after the death of its inspiring leader, Jacqueline Gold, Ann Summers is upholding her legacy under chair Vanessa Gold and CEO Maria Hollins.

Burberry is battling a downturn in its fortunes by “elevating”, but critics believe this may not be the right strategy for the luxury heritage brand.

Ahead of the “summer of sport”, Drapers explores how brands are cashing in on the Olympics and Paralympics, Wimbledon, and the Euros.

Drapers meets Puma chief executive Arne Freundt in Paris as he unveils his Olympic performance strategy.

Despite facing ongoing obstacles such as foreign competition and high use of synthetics, demand for British wool is creeping up. Drapers investigates why – and the hurdles still to overcome.

High street preview: We bring you a sneak peek at the new-season ranges from Arket, French Connection, Gant, Hobbs, Maje and Sosandar.

Ahead of Graduate Fashion Week at east London’s Truman Brewery on 10-13 June, charity organiser Graduate Fashion Foundation launches its Talent of Tomorrow campaign – a photoshoot that spotlights emerging talent in its bid to bridge the gap between education and employment. Drapers asks some of the student designers about their future ambitions

Collagerie‘s chief creative officer, Lucinda Chambers, shares her plans for US expansion and reveals the common denominator shielding fashion players from economic headwinds.

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