All Fashion articles – Page 562
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NewsBolland: green agenda must be as evocative as the 'American Dream'
Marks & Spencer chief executive Marc Bolland has called for the creation of a new way to engage consumers with the sustainability agenda.
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NewsGeorge Davies names London Fashion College Brand Britain winners
Next founder George Davies named four students from the London College of Fashion winners in the Brand Britain Competition Final at The Cloud Retail Week Conference yesterday.
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NewsPeacocks plans online launch for 2013
Peacocks is to launch an online offer in the next 15 months under its new owners Edinburgh Woollen Mill.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Morrisons boss Dalton Philips’ ‘killer concept’
Morrisons’ chief executive is sure the grocer’s biggest opportunities still lie ahead, he tells Alex Lawson.
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NewsFrench Connection reviews pricing to revive retail arm
Fashion retailer French Connection is assessing its price architecture, which could result in lower prices so it can better compete with cheaper online rivals.
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AnalysisTablets and mobile devices: What do retailers need to know?
The rise in use of tablets has broadened the opportunities for retailers to reach customers, but they have also raised the digital bar.
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OpinionThe largest retail groups in Europe are mobilising new strategies
Michael Poynor is managing director of Retail Expertise where he consults with retailers on operational, strategic and financial projects.
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NewsHarvey Nichols delays Indian expansion
Harvey Nichols is deferring entry into India because of a range of practical hurdles and regulations are putting the luxury department store off the market.
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GalleryIn pictures: First pictures of Zara’s global flagship in Fifth Avenue
Zara opens a “global flagship” on New York’s Fifth Avenue tomorrow (March 15th 2012).
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NewsMarks & Spencer sets up Savile Row office
Marks & Spencer is to enter Savile Row with a new design centre and launch suit range.
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NewsFrench Connection launches retail review after profits plunge
French Connection is to review its retail operation following a profits plunge in its full year.
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NewsMarks & Spencer veteran Andrew Skinner leaves the business
Marks & Spencer veteran Andrew Skinner is leaving the retailer after almost three decades.
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NewsUrban Outfitters profits hit by discounting
US fashion retailer Urban Outfitters posted a 47.8% profits plunge for its fourth quarter as discounting impacted margins.
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NewsLingerie firm Eveden mulls sale
Online lingerie firm Eveden has hired advisers to explore its strategic options which could include a £150m sale.
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AnalysisThe IT director’s changing role
As technology creeps into every aspect of modern retailing, the role of the IT team has grown. Alison Clements considers how IT management should be structured in order to get the best results.
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AnalysisHow can IT drive international expansion?
How can retailers expanding into new international territories ensure sales aren’t hampered by IT headaches? Alison Clements reports on how EPoS systems can be rolled out globally.
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AnalysisJohn Lewis: IT integration takes flight
After a decade in the airline industry, Paul Coby joined the department store a year ago. Rebecca Thomson finds out his plans for technology.
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AnalysisThe world’s most innovative technology
Innovation in retail is happening everywhere, from mobile in Africa to shopping walls in South Korea. Jessica Twentyman reports.
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AnalysisIT’s quest for talent
From ecommerce to systems architecture, good-quality IT staff can be a nightmare to find. Alison Clements finds out how this is affecting retail and what can be done.
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OpinionRetailers remain shielded from India's cotton muddle
Chris Brook-Carter is Editor-in-chief of Retail Week. Chris has covered the FMCG and retail industries for 15 years, in particular covering the food, drinks and clothing sectors.