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“We see huge opportunities”: Inside Pet Circle’s $75m cash injection

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And Pet Circle is poised to capitalise on this growing market though it won’t take any unnecessary risks to do so, according to chief financial officer Paul Jamison. It’s clear that Pet Circle sees the opportunity to lead the market, however. Even within Pet Circle’s more traditional wheelhouse, there is growing competition.

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Goodbyes’ roadmap for national expansion and a store in every city

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Goodbyes is Australia’s largest bricks-and-mortar resale service and secondhand shopping experience. Its hybrid consignment model and curated in-store shopping experience have made it a go-to destination for economic and environmental shoppers who still want to be fashion-forward. And then of course, impact.

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From virtual models to marketing, how fashion brands are using AI today

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During the pandemic, bricks-and-mortar shops were off limits and online shopping had to up its game. Virtual try-ons: Virtual fitting rooms can help customers visualise what an item of clothing or accessory will look like on a mannequin of a similar body or facial shape. What new opportunities can AI provide?

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Fine jewellery in your 50s: Meet the matriarch proving age is just a number

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The family-run business opened its first shop in the Royal Arcade in the Sydney suburb of Double Bay in October 1989 and currently has three locations after opening and closing stores locally and overseas. It fosters a sense of community and strengthens the brand presence in targeted markets”.

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Daiso, Muji, Moshi Moshi? Why this Japanese-inspired chain is taking off

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Some stores also sell pet accessories. This kind of theming either limits the target market or sharpens it, depending on your view, but either way the concept appeals primarily to young females. These characters are licensed, but the retailer also has collaborations with lesser-known local designers too.

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Her Black Book raises $1.6 million three months after launch

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Premium fashion shopping app, Her Black Book, has bagged $1.6 Their attitude, grit and deep understanding of the target market makes this business highly scalable and a company to watch.”. million in an oversubscribed round led by Andrew Hagger, the CEO of Australia’s largest private investment group Tattarang.

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How Aussie start-up Furlong & Gale is tapping into the timeless style of suits

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Bridget Veals, David Jones’ general manager of womenswear, footwear and accessories, recently observed that suiting was a key trend in designers’ Autumn-Winter collections. Minimalism is very much the mood this season, with refined tailoring, monochromatic colour palettes, sleek slip styles, and denim taking over.