All Fashion articles – Page 777
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News
Asos poised for childrenswear launch
Online fashion retailer Asos is expected to launch its childrenswear business, called Little Asos, this afternoon.
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Opinion
Getting JJB match-fit again
Like Didier Drogba, sports retailer JJB has spent more time on the bench than in competition of late. Once hailed as a premiership business, JJB has been teetering on the brink of permanent relegation for several seasons – outplayed by rivals such as Sports Direct and top of the league ...
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New brands the way forward for Bhs, says Sir Philip Green
Sir Philip Green has said that he believes incorporating external brands is the future direction for department stores, as he plots to up the fashion stakes at his Bhs chain.
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Shannon reveals grand plan for Adams’ revival
Fashion entrepreneur John Shannon has outlined his plans for Adams after buying the childrenswear chain out of administration.
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Analysis
Robert Bensoussan: In at the steep end
Robert Bensoussan remains unruffled by the recession. He tells Charlotte Hardie why this is as good a time as any to have bought high-end fashion label LK Bennett
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Mamas & Papas to focus expansion on city centres
Mamas & Papas is to focus on city centre locations for expansion following the opening of its second new-look city centre store format in Westfield London last week.
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Selfridges consults with staff in drive for efficiency
Iconic department store Selfridges has begun a consultation with almost 10 per cent of its 400-strong head office staff as it restructures to ensure continued momentum.
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NewsMore active role for Theo Paphitis as Rose Foster leaves La Senza
La Senza chief executive Rose Foster has left the lingerie chain less than two years after being drafted in to spearhead its turnaround.
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Marks & Spencer Dress for Less campaign to push fashion value
Marks & Spencer is mounting a high-profile marketing campaign to reinforce its value credentials among frugal shoppers keeping a tight eye on spending during the recession.
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Burberry’s new home reflects best of British
Luxury fashion retailer Burberry has moved into its new global head office in London’s Westminster.
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Volatile economy hits Laura Ashley profits
Laura Ashley has issued a profit warning after suffering in the “volatile economic climate”.
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Analysis
21 years of Arcadia
Arcadia has come a long way in the past two decades, maturing from a clothing newcomer to the young fashion powerhouse it is today.
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Kaupthing requests nine-month extension to protection period
Nationalised Icelandic bank Kaupthing has requested a nine-month extension to the period in which it is protected from its creditors.
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Ziff buys Stylo stores
The management of shoe retailer Stylo, led by Michael Ziff, has bought 160 Stylo stores and 165 concessions from administrator Deloitte.
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Opinion
Sir Philip Green's reasons to celebrate
Sir Philip Green has forecast the end of financial 'jiggery-pokery' and the return to a world of 'real operators' and 'merchants'.
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News
Ann Summers parties gain in popularity as women seek extra cash
Ann Summers has had an influx of applications to host its eponymous parties as women try to find new ways to raise cash through the downturn.
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Fortnum & Mason losses narrow
Piccadilly department store Fortnum & Mason has narrowed its full-year losses after posting record sales.
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Majority of store chiefs gloomy about 2009 outlook
Two thirds of retailers do not expect trading conditions to improve before the end of this year.
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JJB places Qube and OSC into administration
JJB Sports has officially placed its Lifestyle division, comprising the Qube and Original Shoe Company chains, into administration.
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Sports Direct sales and profits ahead of expectations
Sports Direct has revealed sales and gross profits ahead of expectations despite a marked impact on gross margins due to sterling weakness.