All Fashion articles – Page 566
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NewsTopshop continues US expansion with LA store
Topshop/Topman is continuing its US expansion by inking its first West Coast store deal.
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NewsLK Bennett profits surge 17%
LK Bennett has shrugged off tough economic conditions to post a 17% rise in gross profits as the retailer looks to make footwear and accessories a higher proportion of its sales mix.
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NewsHarvey Nichols to post record profits
Luxury department store Harvey Nichols expects record profits this year of more than £18m.
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NewsPrimark like-for-likes to edge up 2% in first half
Primark like-for-likes are expected to edge up 2% in its first half.
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NewsEdinburgh Woollen Mill eyes a further 75 closed Peacocks stores
More stores could be saved by the new owner of Peacocks, as Edinburgh Woollen Mill seeks to reopen 75 more stores that were closed last week.
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NewsLipsy opens first overseas stores in Dubai
Young fashion retailer Lipsy has opened its first overseas stores in Dubai.
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NewsTesco online food sales to double in next five years
Grocery giant already close to controlling 50% of internet food sales.
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NewsSales uplift at Ann Summers after La Senza hit the buffers
The lingerie retailer enjoys a sales hike and launches ‘tongue in cheek’ ad campaign
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OpinionAttack on Tesco shows lack of respect for retail
George MacDonald has written for Retail Week for more than 10 years, covering various sectors. He is a frequent TV and radio commentator on retail trends and issues.
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AnalysisThe big picture of development
The scale of development in the UK and the rest of Europe is polarising. With a handful of plans for mega schemes in the pipeline, and other boutique and niche projects being pushed forward, Mark Faithfull considers whether the middle ground has been squeezed out.
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AnalysisDesigner outlets: Design of the times
Designer outlets have been a standout success during the downturn but with the UK being Europe’s most mature market, the sector is having to evolve to meet consumer requirements. Mark Faithfull reports.
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AnalysisInternational expansion: Lost in translation
International expansion may afford growth opportunities, but it can be a property minefield. Nicola Harrison considers how to invest wisely in overseas territories.
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AnalysisThe London retail property scene
Big changes are happening in London – both short and long term – and retailing is having to adapt. Ben Cooper reports on the capital’s new up-and-coming shopping areas.
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GalleryIn pictures: StylistPick's pop-up store
Online accessories website StylistPick launched a pop-up store at Westfield, London this morning with Cheryl Cole set to make an appearance tomorrow.
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NewsGap poaches Uniqlo merchandising boss
Uniqlo merchandising boss Liz Meltzer has been poached by fashion giant Gap to oversee its internationally merchandising.
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NewsHobbs invests £18m to drive multichannel
Womenswear retailer Hobbs is investing £18m in multichannel integration and international expansion following a 10% sales rise for its autumn collection.
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NewsTopshop streams LFW through app
Topshop streamed live catwalk shows from London Fashion Week through its iPhone app this week in a first for the retail sector.
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Inditex to open stores in Bosnia and Herzegovina
Inditex has announced that it will open its first stores in Bosnia and Herzegovina this year. The company plans to introduce its Zara, Bershka and Pull & Bear brands, unveiling its first Zara unit in the Brodomerkur-Mepas shopping centre, Mostar. The mall will open in March and will be one ...
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AnalysisA new breed of retail boss
The new bosses at Argos and Mothercare have etail backgrounds. Will this become a common theme across the sector, asks Rebecca Thomson.
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NewsWhite Stuff hires new marketing boss
Fashion retailer White Stuff has hired former Debenhams marketing manager Claire Neillands as its boss of cross-channel marketing, replacing Alison Lancaster who left to become Morrisons’ online marketing head last month.