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Danish brand Søstrene Grene to open 100 UK stores in expansion plan

Retail Times

After an incredible response to the homewares brand in the UK, Danish retail chain, Søstrene Grene, has ambitious growth plans in place to open over 100 UK stores before the year 2030. Søstrene Grene opened its first UK store in 2016 and was met with huge demand for its Scandinavian inspired, affordable home accessories.

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Burberry names new CEO

Inside Retail

Akeroyd has served at Versace as CEO since June 2016, helping the brand reorganise and accelerate its growth. Prior to Versace, he was CEO at Alexander McQueen from 2004 to 2016. Akeroyd has also held several senior fashion roles at London-based luxury department store Harrods. “I

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Freshly Cosmetics announces launch of its first flagship beauty store in the UK

Retail Focus

Consumers will be immersed into a bright, light, open-plan shopping environment with products clearly visible to make the shopping experience effortless and enjoyable. . Shoppers will be able to browse and buy products for skin, hair, body as well as make-up, accessories and collections for kids and pets. .

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First Nations artists, Pride and mental health: Volley talks collabs

Inside Retail

that Volley was “legitimately dying” in 2016, before it started working to appeal to a younger audience, and gaining further exposure through brand collaborations and images of recognised artists and celebrities, such as Faye Wong, wearing its shoes. In 2019, Volley’s brand manager John Szwede told News.com.au

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How rugby, data and French ban on swim shorts has boosted Budgy Smuggler

Inside Retail

Rather, the Australian swimwear company – which also has an accessory and apparel line – has big plans at home and abroad. The move represents an additional step for the swimwear company’s expansion plans, after setting up a UK-based operation in 2016.

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Online fashion label ORTC Clothing Co opens first physical store

Inside Retail

Under the partnership with Adelaide-based interior designer, Georgie Fried of Alchemists ID, the store is located on The Parade and boasts three open-plan spaces. ORTC Clothing Co, founded in 2016, provides a diverse range of clothing for children and women. Swale adds the brand is eyeing other expansions in the future. .

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Mimco bets big on marketplaces to reach new customers

Inside Retail

Australian accessories brand Mimco is planning to sell its handbags, shoes, jewellery and other products on third-party marketplaces for the first time, as it looks to reach new customers. “We’re As an accessories brand, its products can be worn more easily across ages than apparel. . Quality, creativity and innovation.