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Investigation opened in Italy against Sephora and LVMH for sales to teenagers

Milan, Italy - The Italian competition authority announced on Friday it has opened an investigation into French luxury giant LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMH). The probe targets its brands Sephora and Benefit for promoting “the early use of adult cosmetics by children and teenagers”, including anti-ageing creams. The authority, the Autorit...

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H&M expands Indian footprint with debut Jodhpur store

Swedish fashion retailer H&M has inaugurated its first physical location in Jodhpur, marking its debut in the state of Rajasthan. The store, situated within the newly developed K Mall on Main Pali Road, represents the 70th point-of-sale for the brand within the Indian market. The retail space is distributed across two floors, housing the...

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When AI shares incorrect information, 58 percent of shoppers blame the brand

It’s no big secret that artificial intelligence is changing the face of retail. Applicable at nearly every stage of the broader product lifecycle, more and more consumers across the globe are using large language models (LLMs) from ChatGPT to Gemini for online shopping. Turning to AI to discover, compare, and select which products from which...

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From sensory stress to satisfaction: A guide to making retail more neuro-inclusive

How often does a retailer view their own store through the lens of a neurodivergent person? An entrepreneur does not need to be told that a pleasant and welcoming environment is good for sales. However, what constitutes a pleasant environment for neurodivergent individuals can differ significantly from the retail concepts currently found on the...

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OVS launches Mumbai store, expands India presence

The retail landscape in Mumbai has gained a notable new addition with the official launch of Italian brand OVS in the city. The fashion retailer opened the doors of its first Mumbai-based location at Sky City Mall, Borivali, marking a significant step in its expansion within India. The Mumbai store, which covers approximately 11,000 sq. ft.,...

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Marks & Spencer launches monthly capsule programme to speed up time to market

British department store Marks & Spencer is betting on speed and efficiency for its new monthly capsule programme, designed to reduce the amount of time it takes to bring clothing to market. ‘The Love That Drop’ programme responds to increased demand from shoppers for “more frequent newness and greater trend credibility”, the company said,...

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Uniqlo reopens Covent Garden store with customer-focused concept

Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo reopens its newly expanded Covent Garden flagship store in London this morning, March 26, after temporarily closing for renovation earlier this month. The new-look Covent Garden store, which originally opened in 2023, has been redesigned and expanded to “elevate the shopping experience,” in response to customer...

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Vivobarefoot to open its first-ever US flagship store in New York City

British footwear brand Vivobarefoot is set to open its debut flagship store in the United States in New York City. Located in the trendy neighborhood of SoHo, the new 1,500 square foot store will open in June 2026, months after the functional footwear brand opened its regional headquarters in the US in Austin, Texas. The debut US flagship marks...

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Discounter Kik to close around 300 stores and appoints Ulrich Hanfeld as CEO

Textile and homeware discounter Kik is closing hundreds of stores this year. Chief financial officer Christian Kümmel announced this in an interview with the German Press Agency. The number of stores in Europe will fall by approximately 225 to just over 4,000 by the end of 2026, with a reduction of 135 to around 2,200 in Germany. Across Europe,...

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Asos becomes exclusive UK wholesale partner for Australian brand Bronze Snake

The UK online retailer Asos has launched the Australian fashion brand Bronze Snake, securing its position as the exclusive UK wholesale partner for the label. The debut collection consists of 31 options, featuring cotton poplin mini smock dresses, casual jersey stripes and summer linen staples. Key items in the range include a chocolate...

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Decathlon at 50: evolution of a multi-sport retailer's global footprint

The celebration of this anniversary was an opportunity for Decathlon to organise a business-to-business (B2B) event centred on its journey. At 50 years old, Decathlon is formalising a hybrid model at the intersection of retail, industry and services. A French company founded in 1976 in the Nord region, Decathlon is a group majority-owned by the...

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Gap enters Australian market through partnership with Fashionata

Gap Covent Garden store. Credits: Gap. US apparel giant Gap Inc. has secured a strategic partnership with Australian clothing group Fashionata to introduce the Gap brand to the Australian market. The agreement involves a multi-channel rollout strategy comprising physical retail locations and digital platforms. This expansion reflects the...