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• [New] India's consumer tax reform is raising duties on apparel priced above $29, unsettling global and domestic fashion players who warn higher costs could affect demand. The Business of Fashion
• [New] 84% of consumers said they expected to cut back spending by the end of December, especially on clothing and big-ticket items. Digiday
• [New] Customization options will range from the engraving of jewelry, fragrances and liquor bottles to personalization of apparel and accessories with Virgin Voyages-themed patches. DFNI
• [New] A new clinical study has investigated the potential of neurocosmetics, concluding that it signals a paradigm shift within dermatology and cosmetic science, which also brings many complexities for future NPD. CosmeticsDesign-Europe.com
• [New] Investment demand has surged as jewelry demand moderates, with expected US interest rate cuts further boosting gold's appeal. LGT Private Banking
• [New] Gems and jewelry exporters, who send nearly a third of their $28.5 billion annual shipments to the US, are bracing for disruption. The Financial Express
• [New] The Trump double tariff has come into effect, which will undoubtedly hit India's labour-intensive exports to the U.S. - especially textiles, gems and jewelry, leather, marine products, and engineering. The Hindu
• [New] Some U.S. fashion companies prefer vendors with production capabilities in multiple countries to reduce sourcing risks. FASH455 Global Apparel & Textile Trade and Sourcing
• [New] Denmark has since announced a restriction on PFAS in clothing, footwear and waterproofing agents, due to come into effect in 2026. Innovation News Network
• [New] The Ulta Beauty at Target shop-in-shop concept will cease in 2026 as both companies shift focus to retail fundamentals. Retail Dive
• 69% of Australian executives believe AI will eventually absorb the tedious entry-level work that young employees traditionally cut their teeth on - summarising meetings, cleaning spreadsheets, drafting contracts, or writing simple code. The Sydney Morning Herald
• In the future, the world will no longer look at Africa as a source of raw materials but as a creative powerhouse shaping the future of fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. Africa Fashion International
• Older citizens are driving the need for services like home health, personal care, surgeon, and physician roles, and health care employment is expected to swell by roughly 1.9 million job openings annually over the next decade. / USA Fortune
• The U.S. beauty group is anticipating tariffs will affect 2026 profitability by approximately $100 million. Luxury Daily
• FDA can review cosmetic safety substantiation documentation if it has a reasonable belief that the cosmetic product is likely to be a threat of serious adverse health consequences or death. JD Supra
• In 2025 and beyond, ethical clothing is not a trend; it's how resilient fashion businesses will be built. Textile Learner
• The perfume sector is projected to reach approximately USD 53 billion in revenue in 2025, with forecasts anticipating growth beyond USD 77 billion by 2032. Weitnauer Group
• Apparel: With an average net profit margin of 7.06% and a global industry revenue projection exceeding $1.94 trillion by 2027, your online clothing business could present substantial returns and growth opportunities. Wix Blog
• Sustainability in beauty might not be the most relevant trend in Asia, but certain categories are experiencing a performance boost that reflects the eco-evaluation trend. Yahoo Finance
• Moving forward, we can expect digital platforms to continue reshaping the fashion industry, as brands look for innovative ways to connect with global audiences without the high costs and exclusivity of traditional fashion weeks. best colorful socks
• Conscious consumerism Another 2030 trend that we can already see emerging is sustainable fashion. Netguru
• The Digital Mandate is Clear: With online fashion sales projected to hit $1.2 trillion by 2025, a robust digital presence is no longer optional. Berry Labs LLC

Last updated: 08 September 2025