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How two sisters created Francesca Jewellery from a Tasmanian market stall

Inside Retail

The Tasmanian brand opened its first store in Hobart in 2013, followed by a flagship store three years later at Melbourne Central. I worked alongside my sister Hannah for years at the Salamanca markets and learned the tricks of the trade from the age of 12. They’re the real heroes.

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After 135 years, National Geographic is looking to grow its retail presence

Inside Retail

US-based adventure brand National Geographic has unveiled a new retail offering in Australia and New Zealand, as the 135-year-old organisation looks to capitalise on its high level of brand awareness and strong social media following to grow its foothold in the fashion industry. They love it and want to replicate it overseas.”

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Why the “stars are aligning” for a successful return of Marc Jacobs Beauty

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American fashion designer Marc Jacobs first launched his eponymous beauty brand in 2013, making more than 120 products available for purchase in select Marc Jacobs stores and at Sephora. However, in recent years, Marc Jacobs has been making a comeback, both on social media and in sales revenue.

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How Hue’s Nicole Clay is making the beauty industry more inclusive

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The global market for Black haircare products was estimated at around $9.56 per cent, according to market research firm MarketResearch.biz. This often drives frustrated consumers to social media and other platforms in the hopes of finding influencers or fellow beauty enthusiasts with similar complexions or hair traits.

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Retailers, are you ready for it? Swift’s Eras tour a gold rush of economic karma

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Another business embracing the moment is Australian hardware retailer Bunnings, which has been on the social media beat, with its Frank Green cup car cupholder solution that went viral.

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Business lessons from Beyoncé

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As marketing expert Tim Wood explains: “Beyoncé clearly has a principle of understanding what her fans want; their unspoken hopes, dreams and fears. For so many brands that are trying to hit diversity and inclusion KPIs, this is how to do it in an authentic, genuine way. Content is king. That’s what Beyoncé has done better than most.”.

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Analysts say Adidas took too long to cut ties with Ye over hate speech

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The announcement came after several days of mounting pressure on the sportswear brand to cut ties with the controversial celebrity, with whom it has worked on Yeezy-branded shoes and apparel since 2013. The company said the decision to terminate the partnership would have a negative short-term impact of up to 250 million euros ($388.9