All Fashion articles – Page 448
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AnalysisAnalysis: Benefits and drawbacks of outsourcing to logistics providers
A growing number of the big fashion players are outsourcing to third-party logistics providers as shoppers’ appetite for the latest trends at the click of a button causes new logistical challenges.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Asda, Game, Lidl, Sports Direct and more
Retail news round-up on February 10, 2014: Asda mulls Early Learning Centre bid, Lidl eyes new UK headquarters, The Kooples losses widen as marketing costs rise and Sports Direct confirms bid for Irish chain Elverys
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OpinionComment: Retailers must consider new technology's return on investment
Across the retail sector a lot of effort is going into finding creative ways of using technology to create new customer experiences.The question is, will that investment trickle down into a return for the business, or is it just window dressing?Marc Jacobs recently revealed that it plans to open a ...
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AnalysisAnalysis: Which retailers are top of their game with returns?
Ease of return is critical to customer satisfaction, but for many retailers it’s testing the limits of existing supply chains. Simon Jack finds out who is at the top of their game and what obstacles they’ll face in 2014
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OpinionComment: Transforming supply chains is top priority
From big-name fashion, electronics and furniture retailers to the major grocers and department stores, existing supply chains are being tested to the max.
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AnalysisIn the news: Mulberry chief executive Bruno Guillon
The boss of Mulberry has had a tough two years at the helm and his plans to take the handbag brand more upmarket will be no easy task. By Gemma Goldfingle
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NewsTerry Leahy and Bob Willett back fashion website Atterley Road
Former Tesco boss Sir Terry Leahy and former Best Buy international head Bob Willett have backed an investment in fashion etailer Atterley Road.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis posts 4.9% sales rise driven by online
John Lewis reported “solid” sales last week driven by a strong performance in its online and electricals divisions.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Monsoon Accessorize, Poundland, Atterley Road and New Look
Retail news round-up on February 7, 2014: Monsoon Accessorize back in the black, Poundland to open first stores in mainland Europe, Leahy and Willett back Atterley Road and New Look considers converting stores to menswear shops.
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NewsMonsoon Accessorize 'back on track' under new boss John Browett
Monsoon Accessorize celebrated a happy anniversary after returning to the black last year under new chief executive John Browett.
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OpinionComment: Retailers race for a slice of the sportswear market
In just four weeks since the peak Christmas trading period, it is clear that sportswear will be in the retail spotlight in 2014, with both specialists and non-specialists targeting it for growth opportunities.
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NewsSuperGroup boss says discounting at Christmas tarnishes a product's value
SuperGroup boss Julian Dunkerton said its decision to focus on full-price sales helped drive a sales rise over Christmas.
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NewsSuperGroup “on track for the full year” as like-for-likes edge up
Fashion retailer SuperGroup said it was “on track for the full year” as like-for-likes edged up 1.3% in its third quarter.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on SuperGroup, Superdrug, Argos, eBay, House of Fraser and more
Retail news round-up on February 6, 2014: SuperGroup “on track for the full year” as like-for-likes edge up, Superdrug owner AS Watson considers relocation of corporate headquarters to UK and more.
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NewsFrench Connection shaves £1m off expected full-year pre-tax losses
French Connection has revealed it expects to deliver better annual results than originally forecast, shaving £1m off its pre-tax losses.
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OpinionComment: Overseas retailers join the race to float
While British retailers line up to float, overseas groups are also eyeing London listings.
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NewsTopshop and Topman to open giant flagship on Fifth Avenue
Topshop and Topman are set to launch on Fifth Avenue in New York this autumn with a giant flagship store.
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NewsJanuary Sales push shop price deflation to deepest level since 2006
Shop price deflation in January accelerated to its deepest level since December 2006 as retailers slashed prices in the post-Christmas Sales.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Top 50 UK retailers 2012/13
Retail Week Knowledge Bank has compiled a ranking of the UK’s top 50 retailers by sales during the 2012/13 financial year.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Six ways Facebook has changed retail
As Facebook celebrates its 10th birthday, Retail Week looks at how it has benefited retailers.