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David’s Bridal launches wholesale division with a focus on independent boutiques

American bridal-store chain David’s Bridal, which offers affordable wedding dresses, bridesmaid gowns and formal wear, is launching a wholesale division targeting independent boutiques globally with exclusive designer capsule collections from Vera Wang Bride, Oleg Cassini, and Viola Chan Couture. The wholesale programme has been designed to...

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Decathlon accelerates its Spanish expansion with ten new stores

French company Decathlon has begun 2026 with a new drive to expand its retail network in Spain. The group plans to open ten new stores during the first half of the year. This marks one of the largest waves of openings by the company in the Spanish market in recent years. It follows the recent expansion of 25 stores announced in Germany. The plan...

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Chanel experiences high demand and stock shortages for Matthieu Blazy's new collection

The excitement surrounding Chanel, driven by the vision of its artistic director Matthieu Blazy, is now translating into a significant commercial success. In early March, this culminated in stores with an influx of crowds, all eager to purchase Blazy's debut collection. The collection by the Franco-Belgian designer has been available across the...

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Nuuds expands beyond DTC with Nordstrom

Nuuds, the digitally native elevated basics brand founded by influencer Daryl-Ann Denner, has launched in American luxury department store Nordstrom, as it steps beyond its direct-to-consumer (DTC) roots. Los Angeles–based essentials brand will be available on Nordstrom.com and in four store locations: Austin (Domain), Denver (Cherry Creek),...

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Indian design platform Ekke debuts with digital-first curation

Indian discovery platform Ekke has officially launched as a digital-first destination dedicated to contemporary Indian design. The platform integrates a curated selection of homegrown brands spanning menswear, womenswear, jewellery, and lifestyle objects, aiming to provide a refined perspective on modern Indian aesthetics. In a market often...

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H&M expands presence in Bengaluru with 69th store in India

Swedish retailer H&M has further solidified its footprint in the Indian market with the opening of its 69th store in the country. The new outlet, located at Orion Mall in Rajajinagar, marks the eighth brick and mortar location for the brand within the city of Bengaluru. The store spans more than 7,500 sq. ft. and is designed to provide an...

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Roksanda opens concept store in London

London-based fashion label Roksanda, founded by Serbian-born designer Roksanda Ilinčić, has opened a new concept store on Sloane Street, London, designed to combine art, design and craftsmanship. The three-month residency at 171-172 Sloane Street has been designed to act “as an embodiment of the Roksanda universe and ethos,” as well as a “...

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Primark increases pay for UK retail staff

Budget retail giant Primark has announced an increase in pay for retail assistants across the UK. From April 1, employees in England, Scotland and Wales will have their hourly wage raised to a minimum of 13 pounds or 13.71 pounds in London. The company, which employs over 30,000 people in the region within retail and head office roles, said that...

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Crocs prepares to open first UK full-price store

Footwear specialist Crocs is set to open its first full-price store in the UK as part of its ongoing 2026 retail strategy. The US brand confirmed the news to Drapers, which reported that the store will open March 20 in Westfield Stratford City, London. In a statement to the media outlet, Adrian Holloway, Crocs senior vice president and general...

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Apparel Group expands Indian youth portfolio with Nike Littles and Jordan

Dubai-based retail conglomerate Apparel Group has announced a strategic expansion in India through the onboarding of Nike Littles and Jordan to its retail network. The partnership aims to strengthen the group’s presence in the youth retail segment by introducing performance-led gear and lifestyle collections for the next generation. The launch...

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Only launches 'Cultural Blue Movement' campaign in India

Danish fashion brand Only has announced the debut of its ‘Cultural Blue Movement’ campaign, a strategic initiative designed to reposition denim at the intersection of music, digital storytelling, and lifestyle. The brand, which operates 62 exclusive brand outlets (EBOs) and 320 shop-in-shops across India, aims to transition the fabric from a...

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Understanding ‘motional disconnect’ to build customer loyalty

As fashion trends become increasingly synonymous with planned obsolescence and lose their commercial impact, deciphering buyer psychology is a strategic imperative. A recent study by second-hand fashion platform Vestiaire Collective, in partnership with consultancy WRÅD, explores the universal feeling of ‘having nothing to wear.’ It highlights a...