Julian Mercer

Senior Fashion Correspondent

Julian Mercer is a senior fashion correspondent covering sustainable textiles, circular manufacturing, and brand accountability. He writes about how designers, mills, and retailers turn climate promises into measurable sourcing decisions for everyday shoppers.

Articles by Julian Mercer

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Fashion

The Rise of Streetwear: From Skate Shops to a $185 Billion Industry

Streetwear went from skate shop T-shirts to a $185 billion global market. Here's how it happened and what's changing now.

Apr 17, 2026

24 min read