How is streetwear changing the world of fashion? Why are people gravitating towards pre-owned luxe? And what’s compelling brands to get creative with influencers? In this part of the 2020 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about the evolving shopping habits of high-end consumers.

With fashionistas favouring utility and novelty over the flashiness of yesteryear, it would seem that days of the ‘It bag’ are over. What does the popularity of micro bags, convertible totes, and tech-enhanced backpacks reveal about people’s changing expectations of this everyday accessory?

Inclusivity has become a buzzword in the fashion industry. But has inclusive sizing really gone mainstream, or is it still a niche undertaking offered only by a small number of forward-thinking designers? What moves are brands making to capitalise on shoppers’ desire for inclusivity?

Whether due to the expense or eco concerns, there are many reasons not to splash out on high-end goods, especially if they’ll only be used once – but could the sharing economy offer a solution? Canvas8 polled 3,300 Americans and spoke to eight people about their views on luxury rental services.