All Fashion articles – Page 547
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News
Gap to open four Gap Outlet stores in China
The first shop was due to open on September 22 in Ningbo, followed by two in Shanghai and Tianjin.A fourth store is expected to open later this year at the Scitech Premium Outlet Mall in Beijing.Gap China president Redmond Yeung said: “As we continue to execute our expansion strategy in ...
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Opinion
Blog: Will one-in-four clothing shops really close?
As the proportion of fashion sold online increases, it seems inevitable that up to one-in-four bricks and mortar clothes shops will disappear inside eight years. But it could happen even more quickly.
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NewsHobbs hires Topman's Gracia Amico as ecommerce director
Hobbs has poached Topman head of ecommerce Gracia Amico to become its new director of ecommerce.
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NewsRetail sales volumes edge up with more growth forecast
Sales volumes have risen “slightly” and retailers forecast growth will strengthen next month, according to the CBI.
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NewsHouse of Fraser positive after 'strong start' to second half
Like-for-like sales at House of Fraser rose 0.6% in the second quarter and the retailer said it had recorded a “strong start” to the second half.
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NewsMy-wardrobe.com strengthens team with new hires
Etailer My-wardrobe.com has strengthened its team with two new hires in key roles.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retailers become digital publishers?
Retailers are battling to stand out from the crowd and keep customers interested, and digital content is an effective tool. Jessica Twentyman asks how retailers can become digital publishing experts, and discusses the best way to produce content online.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Using IT to lead the way in retail
An innovative reserve and collect scheme and integrated online shopping solutions are two uses of IT that are enabling retail brands to stand out in the marketplace. Claire Burke discovers what’s new.
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Otto Group to restructure Otto, Baur and Schwab banners
Otto will increase its offering for young women, stocking a wider range of brands and Otto Group private-label products. Baur will focus on customers with more conservative values, while Schwab’s plus-size Sheego banner will be developed further. Otto Group also wants to increase synergies between its banners, and back-office functions ...
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NewsVideo: Littlewoods launches autumn ad campaign
Online department store Littlewoods has invested £2.3m in its autumn advertising campaign which highlights the benefits of its payment plan.
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OpinionComment: Are joint store concepts the way foward?
Exciting news from Japan, where two of the country’s leading retailers are teaming up to launch a joint store concept.
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NewsBoden profits hit by cotton price hike as overseas sales soar
Boden’s full year profit was hit by increased cotton prices last year.
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NewsSuperGroup shareholders rebel against boss Julian Dunkerton
Almost one in five shareholders of fashion retailer SuperGroup opposed the re-election of management and pay proposals at the company’s annual meeting on Thursday.
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NewsJohn Lewis sales up 12.9% last week
John Lewis sales surged 12.9% to £65.59m in the week to September 15.
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NewsKiddicare hails new era as it targets £200m sales
Baby etailer Kiddicare is targeting a rapid rise in turnover to £200m by 2016 as it pushes the button on a radical transformation of its brand and operations.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Retail innovators - Turning ideas into reality
In the search for growth, innovation is more important than ever. Sarah Butler finds out how to do it and talks to some of the best in the business about how to generate, and implement, new ideas.
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NewsSchuh launches Kids fascia to take slice of children’s market
Footwear retailer Schuh is opening a standalone kids fascia to tap into the children’s market.
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NewsJ Crew boss finds London store as he reveals UK plans
J Crew boss Mickey Drexler has revealed he has found the location for its UK debut store.
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AnalysisInfographic: Primark Tottenham Court Road
Value fashion gaint Primark opened its second Oxford Street store today, at the Tottenham Court Road end of the shopping Mecca.
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OpinionBlog: Turn your Facebook fans into brand ambassadors
This week Facebook held its first-ever retail summit, where speakers from the social network giant urged delegates to use the platform to convert fans into brand ambassadors.