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VF Corp’s global CCO on the “tremendous opportunities” in emerging markets

Inside Retail

Dubai-based retailer and distributor GMG and US-based apparel and footwear company VF Corporation recently announced a significant expansion of their long-standing partnership to solidify their presence in the growing markets of Southeast Asia (SEA) and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

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Authentic Brands Group buys Rockport out of bankruptcy

Inside Retail

Jamie Salter, founder, chairman and CEO of Authentic Brands, said Rockport’s core consumer is “more active” than ever. The brand’s offering is a perfect addition to our portfolio with opportunities for category expansion into apparel, accessories, outerwear, travel and more.

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Battle of the sportswear brands: Why Chinese consumers are going local

Inside Retail

It was a high-profile signal that with the easing of Covid-related outdoor movement restrictions, the market for athletic footwear and apparel in China is set to get a huge shot in the arm. Chinese nationalism is on the rise, with an accompanying disdain among a broad swathe of consumers for foreign products.

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Superdry opens at ICON Outlet at the O2 as the destination continues to outperform

Retail Focus

Icon Outlet at The O2, the London outlet shopping destination, developed by AEG and Crosstree Real Estate Partners, has announced the opening of Superdry, the premium apparel brand. The new store stocks the brand’s authentic apparel collection alongside a full range of accessories, further diversifying the destination’s retail line-up.

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Uniqlo to open store in Canberra, after customer lobbying

Inside Retail

The 1210sqm store will feature the entire LifeWear range, including ’23 Spring Summer Collection, six self-check-out machines, and 12 changing rooms for consumers to try on the apparel. Uniqlo accelerated its expansion plans last year by introducing a new brick-and-mortar store in Adelaide’s Myer Centre.

Apparel 244
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What the rise of real over aspirational marketing means for lingerie retail

Inside Retail

The demise of the unattainable, airbrushed and aspirational model, and the movement towards a more realistic reflection of society in the intimate apparel retail sector, is not merely a trend, it’s a new way of doing business. All are welcome and we never stop learning,” said Windram.

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Meet the legends: How Hard Yakka is evolving its product and storytelling

Inside Retail

She also noted that accessories – such as socks and underwear – have been a particularly strong performer for the brand in recent months. These accessories are now available to purchase at Target – a key wholesaler. The other thing on our horizon is international growth and expansion,” Willmott said.