Fashion
Skims opens first store in Middle East in Dubai
Published
December 24, 2025
Skims made its debut in the Middle East on Monday with the opening of its first physical retail store in the UAE, at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai.
The Dubai flagship reflects Skims’ global retail design language, characterized by a bold, minimalist aesthetic. Monolithic forms, curved architectural details, and reflective surfaces are paired with soft lighting and anchored by oversized 3D Skims signage, creating an elevated retail experience.
The store opens with a curated selection of the brand’s most popular collections, including Fits Everybody, Seamless Sculpt, Cotton Fleece, Cotton Rib, Cotton Jersey, Boyfriend, and Skims Mens underwear.
“Dubai stands among the world’s most dynamic retail markets, and enthusiasm from local customers made opening our first store an obvious next chapter,” said Jens Grede, co-founder and chief executive officer, Skims.
“We’re delighted to bring Skims to Mall of the Emirates, an important milestone in our global expansion and a chance to deepen our connection with a region that continues to shape global trends.”
The launch, in partnership with luxury retail group Al Tayer Insignia, marks a significant milestone in the brand’s global expansion and underscores its growing focus on immersive, in-person retail experiences.
“We are proud to launch the region’s first-ever Skims store, marking an exciting milestone for both our customers and Al Tayer Insignia’s retail portfolio. Skims has become a global leader in redefining comfort, inclusivity, and modern wardrobe essentials, and we know there is strong demand for the brand here in the region,” said Dee Sarai, chief executive officer, Al Tayler Insignia.
“Bringing Skims to our market reflects our ongoing commitment to introducing forward-thinking, relevant brands and delivering elevated shopping experiences that truly resonate with our customers. We look forward to building a strong, long-term presence for Skims in the region.”
Last month, Skims opened a standalone store at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, less than a year after the debut of its first California store. The latest store opening joins other permanent store locations in New York, Los Angeles, Georgetown, Aventura, Austin, Houston, Atlanta, Boca Raton, Paramus, Las Vegas, Bloomington, Palo Alto, Tysons, and Mexico City.
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Job cuts are continuing across most industrial sectors, with clothing manufacturers in Germany particularly planning staff reductions, according to the ifo Institute.
The ifo Employment Barometer fell to 91.9 in December, its lowest level since May 2020, reflecting ongoing job losses, especially in industry.
Job cuts are continuing across most sectors in Germany, with clothing manufacturers particularly reducing staff, according to the ifo Institute.
Companies are increasingly cautious about hiring as the weak economy weighs on the labour market.
The picture is similar in trade, with companies planning to employ fewer staff in the new year.
“In 2025, we experienced gradual job cuts, especially in industry,” said Klaus Wohlrabe, head of surveys at ifo. “The weak economy is continuing to slow down the labour market.”
Fibre2Fashion News Desk (RR)
Published
December 24, 2025
Luxury menswear brand Paul Stuart has been acquired by private investment group, Middle West Partners (MWP).
MWP partnered with apparel manufacturer, Peerless Clothing Inc. to acquire the New York City-based fashion brand from Mitsui & Co., which has been with the brand for more than 50 years.
Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
As part of the deal, John Hutchison, former chief executive officer of Bonobos, has been appointed the new CEO of Paul Stuart, according to a press release.
“The Paul Stuart name continues to resonate with a discerning client 87 years later, and we still see so much more potential for this luxury heritage brand,” said Kevin Kelleher, managing partner of MWP.
“Our goal is to protect its unmatched quality and amplify its unique attributes on a global scale.”
Earlier this year, MWP acquired high jewelry house, David Webb, as the private equity firm looks to expand its portfolio of brands.
“Paul Stuart has been one of my family’s favorite brands for more than 25 years. It has a look that’s distinctly its own—when you walk down the street, you know it’s Paul Stuart,” said co-founding partner at MWP, Michael Hamp.
“My father and now my brothers and I have worn Paul Stuart for as long as I can remember. It is both a privilege and honor to take on the responsibility of stewarding this brand.”
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According to the government, the FTA provides zero-duty access on 100 per cent of India’s exports across all tariff lines, benefitting labour-intensive sectors such as textiles, apparel, leather and footwear. The agreement aims to improve India’s export competitiveness, support MSMEs, artisans and women-led enterprises, and strengthen India’s integration with global value chains.
Indian textile and garment exporters are set to benefit from duty-free access to New Zealand’s $1.9 billion textile and apparel market under the new FTA.
The pact grants zero-duty access across all tariff lines, boosting competitiveness and exports.
Industry bodies say it will support MSMEs, employment, value-added exports and diversification amid global demand uncertainty.
S C Ralhan, president of the Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO), described the agreement as a game-changer for Indian exporters. He said comprehensive tariff elimination would significantly enhance the competitiveness of Indian textile and garment products in New Zealand while supporting employment-generating sectors. He also highlighted New Zealand’s commitment to facilitate $20 billion in foreign direct investment into India over the next 15 years as a strong signal of confidence in India’s manufacturing and export ecosystem.
The Southern India Mills’ Association (SIMA) also welcomed the conclusion of the agreement. Durai Palanisamy, chairman, SIMA, noted that the FTA, following the recently concluded India–UK trade agreement, would further strengthen India’s growth trajectory by expanding market access and improving competitiveness.
Durai appreciated and thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his government for securing zero-duty access for Indian textiles and apparel. He pointed out that while India’s overall textile and apparel exports stood at $36.9 billion in fiscal 2024–25, exports to New Zealand had already crossed $103 million, and this trend is expected to gain momentum given New Zealand’s annual textile imports of nearly $1.9 billion.
SIMA said the agreement would help Indian manufacturers strengthen their presence in value-added segments such as fabrics, garments and made-ups, particularly in a developed market like New Zealand that offers stable demand and high standards. The association added that the FTA would support employment generation, higher capacity utilisation and sustained sectoral growth, while also aiding export diversification amid volatility and demand uncertainty in the global textile trade.
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