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Brookfield Asset Management acquires BHV Marais

The name of the entity that has acquired BHV Marais, an iconic department store in Paris that hosts the first Shein retail department, is now known: Brookfield Asset Management, a global Canadian asset management fund, has acquired BHV Marais from the Galeries Lafayette group. In a letter to employees dated January 27, 2026, Frédéric Merlin of...

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In Pictures: Guess Jeans to open new 'homecoming' concept store in Los Angeles

Guess Jeans is set to open a new, two-story concept flagship store in Los Angeles as the brand celebrates its return to its Californian roots. Located at the intersection of Melrose and San Vicente in West Hollywood, the opening also marks a new chapter in Guess Jeans global retail expansion strategy. Officially opening its doors on January 31,...

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Allbirds to shutter remaining full-price US stores by February 2026

Sustainable footwear brand Allbirds has announced it will close all remaining full-price retail locations in the US by the end of February 2026. The decision marks a significant shift in the company’s physical retail strategy as it prioritises a leaner, more capital-efficient operating model. The San Francisco-based company stated that the...

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On appoints Frank Sluis as new chief financial officer

Swiss sports brand On has appointed Frank Sluis as its new chief financial officer, according to a statement released by the company. Sluis, who is Dutch-born, succeeds Martin Hoffmann. Hoffmann has handled financial duties until now, in addition to his role as chief executive officer (CEO). Sluis will take up the position on May 1, 2026. Global...

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Textile sector set for major gains under new EU-India trade deal

After almost 20 years of intermittent negotiations, the free trade agreement (FTA) between the European Union (EU) and India has been finalised. On January 27, 2026, in New Delhi, European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen, president of the European Council António Costa and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi sealed what observers are...

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Victoria's Secret to open first German store in Hamburg

US lingerie retailer Victoria’s Secret & Co. is set to launch its German expansion in Hamburg. A store is scheduled to open in the city centre later this year. The Bischofswerda-based PTH Group, which has been secured as Victoria's Secret's franchise partner for the German market, confirmed the press reports. The US label will occupy a space of...

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Manolo Blahnik doubles down on Mainland China, opens second store

Footwear label Manolo Blahnik has opened its second store in Mainland China, doubling down on the market as it continues wider global expansion. The company now operates 21 stores globally. This new location is the first Manolo Blahnik boutique in Beijing, and opens over one year on from the brand’s Chinese retail debut in Shanghai. Located...

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Becoming entertainment: the future of fashion retail branding

We live in a time of overwhelming brand messaging, where even individuals carefully curate their own brands, and traditional communication finds it hard to cut through. This noise has awakened an exciting shift: brands are moving away from traditional advertising and embracing a new brand-entertainment hybrid that is delivering clear stand out....

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Regulating pop-up stores: Paris plots to control temporary leases during fashion week

With Men's Fashion Week approaching, Parisian storefronts are being transformed into pop-up stores for a few days. While some are excited to discover these temporary shops, the City of Paris is condemning an “Airbnb-isation” of commercial leases. Airbnb-isation of commercial leases From January 21 to 24, fashion brand Gertrude will open an “...

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Free People to open first store in Scotland

US fashion and lifestyle brand Free People has confirmed it will open its first-ever Scottish store in Edinburgh on January 23, as part of its ongoing international expansion plan. The new 7,974 square foot store, located on George Street, Edinburgh, will span two floors and will house Free People’s signature vintage-inspired and romantic...

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French government appeals rejection of Shein website suspension

The appeal hearing regarding the state's request to temporarily block the Shein website in France is scheduled for February 5. This follows the initial rejection of the case. The office of the minister of commerce, Serge Papin, confirmed the date to AFP on Tuesday. On December 19, the Paris judicial court rejected the suspension request, deeming...

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Vessi opens first US retail store

Canadian waterproof footwear and lifestyle brand Vessi, which rebranded last year to support its growth ambitions, has opened its first-ever retail store in the US. The Vancouver-founded brand has opened its debut store at Bellevue Square in The Bellevue Collection, in Bellevue, Washington, a shopping centre featuring more than 200 retail stores...