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The future of fashion is interdisciplinary: What is transforming business models in the industry?

On Wednesday, Primark announced that it will open its first store dedicated exclusively to its Primark Home line in March in Ireland, the company's country of origin. This step forward in the brand's diversification strategy consolidates an increasingly established trend among the major leaders in the fashion industry: expanding their presence...

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UK: Retail sales unexpectedly drop in December, clothing retailers rebound

Retail sales volumes took an unexpected turn in December, dropping 0.3 percent throughout the month, according to new figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This followed a subtle 0.1 percent increase in November, and came despite a rebound in textile clothing and footwear stores, which saw sales rise 4.4 percent, a stark...

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Sandro opens first store in India

Sandro is opening its first store in India. The French brand is settling in the city of Mumbai, as announced in a press release. The first Indian store paves the way for further expansion in South Asia. Sandro's first store in Mumbai mirrors the signature design of its flagship stores around the world. The 150-square-metre location will showcase...

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NWEC establishes high street lobby group to address current challenges

The New West End Company (NWEC) has become a founding member of High Streets UK, a lobbying group that will set about addressing challenges currently facing UK high streets with a mission of unlocking new opportunities. The organisation, which oversees a large section of real estate in London’s West End, is joined by the likes of Liverpool BID...

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New ranking unveils the best department stores in the world

Think back to the best department store experience you've ever had—what made it truly unforgettable? Was it the store’s location, its design, the variety of brands, or the customer service? Whatever the reason, department stores have always been at the heart of the shopping world, doubling up as must-visit landmarks and key destinations for a...

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Primark opens first Primark Home store

Fast-fashion brand Primark is going to continue to focus on the interior segment. The originally Irish company announces that it will open the first Primark Home store. Primark’s first store, dedicated entirely to its home segment, will open in Belfast from March. The store will be over 800 square metres in size. Primark’s home offering will...

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Aligne opening pop-up in New York this April

British womenswear brand Aligne will make its bricks-and-mortar debut with a pop-up store opening in New York City this April. Located at 27 Greene Street in New York City's SoHo neighbourhood, the pop-up will carry the brand’s core womenswear products, alongside a range of exclusive items. Ginny Seymour, chief executive of Aligne, said in a...

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Amazon’s ‘Buy with Prime’ expanding to Fossil.com

Amazon’s direct-to-customer offering ‘Buy with Prime’ will be expanding to watch and accessories brand Fossil’s website in February. The move will mean that US-based Prime members will be able to shop on Fossil.com and enjoy the “power of Amazon’s fulfilment network,” meaning fast, free delivery, easy returns and 24/7 shopper support. Peter...

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Gucci innovates with a new immersive window concept

Gucci unveiled a new window display concept this week that aims to recall its position as a brand that is both patrimonial and innovative. The project, called Endless Narratives, will take place in several of the label's boutiques around the world and will evolve with the collections. The Kering group label describes its immersive concept as "a...

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Macy’s to close 66 stores as part of “bold new chapter” strategy

Macy's has confirmed the closure of 66 Macy’s store locations across New York City and surrounding regions as a part of the bold new chapter strategy, which was announced in February 2024. The company said in a release that the plan is designed to return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth which includes closing approximately 150...

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Abercrombie & Fitch expands London footprint with flagship stores

Abercrombie & Fitch, the American fashion retailer, is set to strengthen its presence in London's prime retail landscape with two strategic openings at the end of January 2025. The NYSE-listed company's expansion includes locations at 325 Oxford Street and 132 Long Acre in Covent Garden, positioning the brand at two of London's most coveted...

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In pictures: Louis Vuitton x Murakami pop-up in London

French luxury fashion house Louis Vuitton has opened a pop-up store in London to mark the 20th Anniversary of its collaboration with Japanese artist Takashi Murakami. Located at 39 Brewer Street, Soho, the Louis Vuitton x Murakami pop-up until February 9 will feature a re-edition of the collection with more than 200 pieces. Curated over two...