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How 80s Power Dressing Revitalized Tailoring

The 80s have played a significant role in the shift towards a more formal way of dressing in womenswear, with power dressing emerging as a leading narrative for 2026. Discover the biggest tailoring trends, according to the runway.

Pantone Color Of The Year 2026

Chosen for its calming influence, Pantone has declared Cloud Dancer 11-4201 as its color of the year. Find out how to capitalize on its newfound status in 2026 and the merchandising stories to back.

Next In Flat Shoes: The Derby

Since the commercial comeback of ballerinas in 2023, the flat shoe sector continues to boast year-round consumer demand and lower discounting levels. With backing on the SS26 runway at Prada, Miu Miu, and Chanel, EDITED explores the derby shoe.

Runway Color: Spring 2026

Our Spring 2026 color analysis considers core, commercial and directional trends for your assortment.

Trending Digest: Accessories - Nov 2025

Your monthly report on the women's accessories market, Trending Digest profiles the need-to-know products by optimizing EDITED Market tools, including the Top Words feature, to measure activity and partnering it with Instagram activity.

US Black Friday Insights 2025

Using EDITED Market Data, this report analyzes the key discounting trends over Black Friday to inform retailers' future strategies.

UK Black Friday Insights 2025

Using EDITED Market Data, this report analyzes the key discounting trends over Black Friday to inform retailers' future strategies.

The Ralph Lauren Holiday Aesthetic: Retailer Responses

The Ralph Lauren Holiday aesthetic channels old money heritage and classic American luxury through rich textures, wools, tartans, and a refined, nostalgic palette. Emerging first as an interior trend, it now meaningfully informs FW25 storytelling. We explore how retailers are tapping into the narrative.

Trending Digest: Apparel - Nov 21 - 27

Your weekly report on the womenswear market, Trending Digest profiles the need-to-know products by optimizing EDITED Market tools, including the Top Words feature, to measure activity and partnering it with Instagram activity.

KPop Demon Hunters: Retail's Golden Opportunity

Merging KPop and anime influences, KPop Demon Hunters has become a record-breaking global cultural phenomenon. From lucrative licensing opportunities to character aesthetics, we break down how to capitalize on this opportunity.

Consumer Mapping 2026/2027 - Gen Z

Get to the commercial core of Gen Z. Our Consumer Mapping series presents essential insights detailing the framework upon which consumer behavior is built, offering the blueprint for culturally precise market alignment.

Trend Alert: Funnel Necklines

From leather bombers to modern shirting, funnel necklines are emerging as the next must-have detail across outerwear and tops. This report dives into the data behind the recent growth and spotlights trend opportunities for 2026.