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Wrstbhvr opens permanent retail space at KaDeWe

Berlin-based label Wrstbhvr has secured its own retail space at KaDeWe. The brand is opening its permanent location on the fourth floor of the Berlin luxury department store, Wrstbhvr announced. Spanning approximately 70 square metres, the retail space follows previous collaborations with KaDeWe. These included pop-ups and a presence in the...

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Calvin Klein opens new flagship store in SoHo, New York City

American fashion brand Calvin Klein, a subsidiary of PVH Corp., has opened its latest global flagship store in SoHo, New York City. Officially opening its doors on December 9, the flagship sees the brand return to its roots and expand its presence in one of the US’s main fashion hubs, as Calvin Klein continues to roll out its retail expansion...

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Target opens new concept store in SoHo, New York

American retailer Target has transformed its SoHo store into a one-of-a-kind concept store “where everyday shopping meets play, discovery and style,” bringing to life the brand’s DNA in an immersive, experiential format. Located at 600 Broadway, Target SoHo is described as a “new expression of the Target brand,” geared around inspiring consumers...

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Apparel Group launches Levi's Kids in India, tapping into premium kidswear market

Apparel Group, a prominent fashion and lifestyle retail company, has officially announced the launch of Levi's Kids in the Indian market, marking a significant expansion of its ongoing partnership with Levi Strauss & Co. This strategic move introduces one of the world's most recognized denim brands to a new generation of Indian consumers,...

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Hyper-local, hyper-physical, hyper-engaging: Retail’s next chapter

If 2025 has taught us anything, it’s that retail has shed its old skin. The store is no longer just a place to buy something, it’s a canvas, a stage, a laboratory, and a playground all at once. The smartest spaces this year were treated like ecosystems, where every touchpoint became part of a narrative designed to capture attention, emotion, and...

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Europe unites against ultra-fast fashion: eight countries call on Brussels to “strengthen” mobilisation

Led by France, eight European countries are calling on the European Commission and member states to “strengthen” their “collective mobilisation” against the “systemic risks” they believe are posed by e-commerce platforms such as Shein and its competitors. The letter was sent to Brussels on Monday. “We call on the Commission to mobilise strongly...

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Matalan plots to refurbish 40 stores, rolls out concession concept

British chain Matalan has said it will continue to roll out its retail refurbishment plans into the new year, with 40 stores now due to undergo renovations. The updated strategy, which will see 10 more locations refurbished than initially planned, comes in response to the positive response of already refreshed stores, which Matalan said are...

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Fanatics to oversee FIFA World Cup 2026 retail

Sports platform Fanatics has confirmed that it has secured the license to manage on-site retail for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The company said it will manage the in-venue retail operations for 104 matches across 39 days throughout Canada, Mexico and the US. Alongside venue-based retail, Fanatics has further been tasked with establishing retail...

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In pictures: G-Star introduces new store concept

Denim brand G-Star has debuted a new store concept in Ghent. The brand calls the new concept “a modern canvas for premium denim”, according to a company statement. The brand describes the store as “functional, architectural, artistic and anchored in denim expertise”. Inspiration was drawn from the G-Star headquarters in Amsterdam. The space...

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Desigual returns to India via Myntra partnership

Madrid – Desigual is making another attempt to penetrate the Indian market. The company, founded by Thomas Meyer, has resumed operations there through a new partnership with the Indian e-commerce platform and marketplace, Myntra. Under this agreement, the Spanish fashion multinational will once again begin selling its products in the country via...

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Shaftesbury Capital: West End holdings “are busy and vibrant”

Property company Shaftesbury Capital, which owns retail properties in Covent Garden, Carnaby, Soho and Chinatown in London, has issued a trading update for the four months from July 1 to October 31, which it states was a “positive performance”. In its trading statement, Shaftesbury Capital said that it has had 367 leasing transactions completed...

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Mango opens fourth New York store in Upper West Side

Madrid – Mango continues to advance its determined growth and consolidation process in the US. The company has just added a new point of sale with the opening of a new “flagship store” in New York. This is the city where the Spanish fashion multinational started its American venture in 2007. Following this inauguration, the retailer now operates...