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Reese Witherspoon’s Draper James plots UK and EU expansion

Lifestyle brand Draper James, founded by actress Reese Witherspoon, has announced a new strategic partnership with PDS Limited as it looks to expand and cement its presence in the UK and the European Union. The design and supply chain management firm has been appointed to oversee Draper James’ international distribution, while further serving as...

Business

Allbirds secures distribution agreements in Europe and Latin America

Footwear brand Allbirds has announced the signing of two new partners to oversee the distribution of its products in Europe and Latin America. From July 1, 2025, Chris sports will be the exclusive distributor of Allbirds across Austria, France, Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein and Switzerland, while Uruguay-based Wystam will launch the brand in...

Business

Accent Group to distribute Lacoste and Dickies in Australia and New Zealand

Accent Group has announced its appointment as the exclusive distributor for Lacoste and Dickies in the Australia and New Zealand (ANZ) regions. The two brands are currently sold in ANZ through direct-to-consumer channels, online and owned stores and via wholesale – the former into department stores and other specialty retailers, while the latter...

Fashion

Osan named UK sock distributor for Reebok

Osan, part of the Sockshop Group, has signed a UK exclusive deal with sportswear brand Reebok to become its sole UK distributor of socks. The Reebok socks collection features a wide range of specialised designs tailored to meet the specific needs of different disciplines, including classic sports socks for everyday wear to high-performance...

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FitFlop secures new distributors to support global expansion

Ergonomic and wellness footwear brand FitFlop has secured multiple new global distributors to boost its global growth. In a statement, FitFlop said it has secured strategic partnerships with Slavin+Raphael, Albion 1879, Orbico, The Fais Group, and Baltic Street Distribution, as well as expanded its deal with Central Retail as it looks to enter...

RetailFeatured

TT on an aggressive distribution network enhancement

TT is a longstanding brand in the knitwear industry focussed on systematic growth of the cotton knitwear / hosiery segment. “We have a robust list of products ranging from hi-fashion outerwear products for all genres to innerwear products be it men / women / children. In past years, the company had focussed more on backward integration with...