All Fashion articles – Page 410
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NewsH Samuel owner Signet posts sales surge in second quarter
Signet’s UK division, which comprises H Samuel and Ernest Jones, posted total sales up 17% to $162.9m (£98.3m) in its second quarter.
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NewsRetailer optimism at highest level since 2002 as August sales rise
Retail sales grew “strongly” in August and are expected to increase sharply in September, as retailer optimism reaches its highest level since 2002.
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NewsInfographic: Fashion price tracker – online womenswear data
Fashion price data from the week ending August 27, 2014: The average online price per item and percentage of products on markdown from the top womenswear retailers.
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OpinionComment: Customer choice should be curated not confusing
Unfettered choice without curation, inspiration and discovery is paralysing. Retailers should make it easy for people to buy.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Asos, Zara and Matalan
Retail news round-up on August 28, 2014: Shares in Asos surge on bid rumours; Zara withdraws holocaust-like pyjamas and Matalan criticised for size of donation to Rana Plaza compensation fund.
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OpinionComment: What Aldi and Lidl can learn from Tesco
As discount retailers Aldi and Lidl move from strength to strength, what lessons can they learn from Tesco, their price-cut predecessor?
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AnalysisAnalysis: Gatwick Airport overhaul shows growing retail travel sector
Gatwick Airport is the latest airport to undergo a retail revamp and demonstrates the growing importance of a strong trade offer in travel hubs.
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NewsAbercrombie Kids to open first UK store in Beatles' old home
Abercrombie & Fitch is launching its first childrenswear store in the UK later this month in the former home of The Beatles’ music label.
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GalleryIn pictures: Inditex-owned Stradivarius makes its UK debut
Fashion giant Inditex opened the first UK store for its womenswear brand Stradivarius today at Westfield Stratford.
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NewsTK Maxx owner to open raft of new stores as sales increase 6%
TJX Europe, the parent company of TK Maxx and HomeSense, recorded a jump in like-for-likes as it prepares to roll out new stores.
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NewsDune picks New York for launch of first US store
Footwear and accessories retailer Dune will launch its first US store next month in New York’s SoHo neighbourhood.
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OpinionComment: How do supermarkets measure up to fashion specialists?
Lidl’s move into the fashion sector has grabbed headlines, but how will the discounter fit into the greater fashion retail market?
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NewsFrench Connection to open pop-up convenience store at Old Street station
Fashion retailer French Connection is opening its first pop-up “convenience store” in Old Street station to allow commuters to pick up online orders.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Supermarkets fight it out on the fashion front
Lidl’s push into fashion could open up a new front against established grocers. Retail Week compares the tactics of the supermarkets
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AnalysisShopper verdict: As Lidl launches into fashion, would you buy its clothes?
Lidl launched its first womenswear fashion range in stores this week, as it makes a play for the value fashion market.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on TJ Hughes, Aldi and Next
Retail news round-up on August 27, 2014: TJ Hughes hires digital marketing agency; Aldi to roll out ‘healthier tills’ and Spree.co.za to stock Next merchandise.
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GalleryIn pictures: JD's value menswear fascia Open makes its debut
JD’s new menswear fascia Open has launched a store in Stevenage, the first in an opening spree for the value format ahead of Christmas.
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AnalysisComment: Retailers need to stop behaving like retailers
As the world’s most successful brands are categorised into several retail categories, retailers must innovate their image to remain relevant.
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NewsKaren Millen signs Game of Thrones star Sophie Turner for autumn campaign
Karen Millen has signed up Game of Thrones actress Sophie Turner as the star of its autumn campaign as it celebrates London’s style and creativity.
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NewsBank holiday a washout for retailers as shoppers stay away
Heavy rain over the bank holiday made it a washout for retailers as shoppers opted to stay indoors rather than visit the high street.