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AUGUST 29, 2023

Mosaic Brands, the Australian apparel retail group, says it will open 40 new large-sized ‘mega stores’ this financial year as it transitions into what it describes as “a more ageless, value-driven, big-box retailer”. The plans were revealed along with the group’s annual result which saw a $33.5 million turnaround from a loss of $16.4

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The 26-year-old label, best known for its minimal black and white designs and earth-tone apparel, on Wednesday appointed Justin Howlett of SMB Advisory as administrator. Nique also operates an e-commerce site, giving consumers nationwide the chance to wear its forward-thinking designs.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 30, 2024

Evri’s partners will gain valuable insights into the Chinese market, including consumer behaviour, marketing and pricing strategies, product selection advice, and online operational strategies tailored to the unique demands of the Chinese market.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 30, 2023

Skechers has selected actor Lawrence Wong as its Singapore brand ambassador for the second year running, in an ongoing effort to strengthen its appeal to a broad consumer demographic in the saturated market. As a result, there has been a surge of interest in footwear and apparel that provide great walking and running experiences.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 7, 2024

billion apparel industry in Australia. Despite a slight dip in 2020, the global apparel market is set to grow to about US$2 trillion by 2028, from US$1.79 Locally, women’s apparel represents the largest segment with an estimated market volume of US$11.86 billion; the men’s apparel market is about half of that, worth US$6.35

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 22, 2023

Earlier this month, popular US-based intimates brand Parade was acquired by Ariela & Associates International (AAI), a global manufacturer of branded and private-label apparel. Its campaigns featured a wide range of models across the gender spectrum with different skin tones, body types, and aesthetics.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 7, 2022

per cent – retailers might be expecting tough economic conditions, as consumers are expected to cut back. . Customers were spending more on clothing, footwear and personal accessories, department stores and cafes and restaurants in July 2022, compared to the 12 months prior, and consumer sentiment was also up, by 3.9

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Inside Retail

MARCH 26, 2024

According to David Hamaty, general manager for North Asia at Levi Strauss & Co, the decision to reopen the store in Kyoto was led by a desire to elevate the shopping experience for consumers. Our consumers might want to push boundaries and be innovative with their style, and we’re here to help them do just that,” he stressed.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 30, 2023

General Manager for Brand Collective’s apparel brands Superdry and Replay Jeans , Alastair Davies is responsible for driving brand awareness and growth for the international brands across the ANZ region. The [six existing] stores are trading well and have come back strongly post-Covid. The brand is going from strength to strength.

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Inside Retail

MAY 24, 2023

At a high level, the answer can be found in the skills and attitude of management. Executives are very focused on the consumer and are ever keen to understand what they want. It has also made great strides into growth areas of apparel, such as activewear via its YPB own-brand offer. Neil Saunders is MD at GlobalData.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 7, 2023

Skechers has teamed up with renowned apparel brand Diane von Furstenberg (DVF) on its Endless Kisses Capsule range, which will see the latter brand’s iconic lips design feature on Skechers fashion sneakers, footwear and recovery sandals. per cent increase in direct-to-consumer sales. The brand achieved record sales of over $7.4

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Inside Retail

JULY 24, 2023

New Balance recently revealed a new retail concept store at Paragon Shopping Centre in Singapore centred on experience and carrying a curated selection of footwear and apparel that caters to athletes and fashion enthusiasts. The open concept creates a space where consumers can shop cross-category to match their personal style.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Grosvenor has announced that exclusive footwear and apparel supplier, size?, Alison Clegg, Managing Director, Asset Management, Grosvenor, commented: “Having size? Chris Cairns, Concept & Development Retail Manager, size? has opened its debut store design concept at Liverpool ONE. Spanning two floors, size?

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Railpen, one of the largest pension managers in the UK, has announced the upsize of Skechers, the lifestyle and athletic footwear brand, at Caledonia Park in Scotland. Skechers’ upsized store sits alongside a strong roster of retail brands, including POLO Ralph Lauren, Nike, adidas, BOSS, Kate Spade New York, Radley, Superdry and Levi’s. .

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Nuholt Huisamen, Levi’s managing director and senior vice president for APAC, said the store was a major milestone for the global denim label, which marks the 150th anniversary of its iconic 501 fit jeans and 170th anniversary of its brand this year. This market has long been key to the Levi’s East Asia Pacific expansion plans.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Sovereign Centros has announced the opening of Lids, a leading global retailer specialising in licensed sports and fashion-oriented headwear and apparel, at top 10 retail and leisure destination Merry Hill. Spanning 935 sq ft, the new Lids at Merry Hill is the retailer’s first in the West Midlands.

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Inside Retail

JULY 13, 2023

What we’ve seen since this handover is a period of exponential growth across our direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels, as well as with our wholesale distribution. It’s an opportunity to echo our brand voice, really connect with Reebok consumers, and highlight the best of our product range across all our categories.

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Retail Times

AUGUST 15, 2023

True Fit, the leading AI platform that decodes size and fit for consumers and apparel and footwear retailers, today announced its partnership with Shopify Inc., a complete commerce platform that enables merchants to start, grow and manage a business.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 5, 2023

US-headquartered brand management company Authentic Brands Group has made a binding offer to acquire sports and lifestyle company Boardriders – including Australia’s 80-strong Surf Dive ‘n Ski chain of stores.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2022

In Australia alone, consumers are expected to spend $63.9 Charity retailer Salvos Stores aims to tackle the unintended waste around Christmas by encouraging more consumers to purchase secondhand gifts. The main reason consumers buy secondhand is to save money, followed by sustainability, according to the report.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 16, 2023

Sebastian Boekholt, Managing Director FWS / Stetson Europe, added: “We have been on the hunt for the perfect location to launch our debut UK flagship store, and Seven Dials, with its multi-generational clientele and strong line-up of unique, independent brands, is exactly what we’ve been looking for.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 27, 2022

JD Sports has been a hub of innovation since 1981, evolving to reflect Newcastle’s ever-changing culture and becoming a space where consumers come together to share their passion for streetwear and celebrate self-expression through style. The 18,000 sq. Metrocentre JD. Metrocentre JD. Metrocentre JD. Metrocentre JD.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 21, 2023

US-based apparel chain Old Navy is reportedly exploring a possible expansion to India. It’s all about growing the brand’s direct-to-consumer and omnichannel presence in the region. A changing mindset According to Jain, the consumer mindset in India has also undergone a profound evolution.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 7, 2022

Custom apparel retailer Institchu has just unveiled an innovative new technology that will offer other brands the same made-to-measure capabilities it has in its business. The newly launched software-as-a-service product, called Taper, will make it easy for traditional retailers to begin custom tailoring apparel for their shoppers.

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Retail Focus

MAY 5, 2023

has announced the relocation of its London store to Foubert’s Place, Soho, where the retailer will offer its signature men’s and women’s apparel and accessories. Jonathan Steinitz, Managing Director EMEA, says; “We are thrilled to be opening a new Hollister store on Foubert’s Place in London’s iconic Soho neighbourhood. Hollister Co.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In the fast-paced world of fashion, where trends come and go, one timeless wardrobe staple continues to capture the hearts of consumers: denim. Each pair of jeans consumes a staggering 3,781 litres of water and emits 33.4 At the forefront of this denim revolution is Cintia Nunes, general manager and head of Asia at The Mills Fabrica.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Puma appoints Daniel Pustina to head its Oceania business By Celene Ignacio Sports apparel retailer Puma has appointed Daniel Pustina as the GM of its Oceania business, effective January 2 next year. In his new role, Lotti will oversee all aspects of Nike’s design, from footwear and apparel to brand and retail concepts. million.

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Inside Retail

JULY 24, 2023

The changes only occur on the business’s back end, with Target and Kmart remaining separate consumer-facing brands and store staff unaffected, Bailey was quoted by the Australian Financial Review (AFR) as saying. Kmart will continue to be price-driven and Target largely centred on affordable apparel and soft home furnishings, he added. “I

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 27, 2023

With customers continuing to seek more value as cost-of-living pressures bite, Wesfarmers’ Kmart Group is set to benefit from shifting consumer demand, and an increasingly strong value proposition. This is the message put forward by Wesfarmers’ CEO Rob Scott, and Kmart Group managing director Ian Bailey, to investors last week.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 22, 2022

Outdoor apparel retailer KMD Brands, formerly known as Kathmandu Holdings, has registered that its Australasian store network suffered significantly in the first half. per cent in the first half while direct-to-consumer (DTC) same-store sales climbed up 2.1 Group sales for the half were recorded at $379.95 million (NZ$407.3

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Inside Retail

MARCH 14, 2024

Sustainable, direct-to-consumer fashion brand Allbirds promised to revolutionise the retail industry with stylish, comfortable, and environmentally-conscious footwear designs. Neil Saunders, managing director and retail analyst at GlobalData, is less positive about the footwear brand’s comeback. million in 2021.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 5, 2023

We certainly see an opportunity for this concept to go much wider, and for this to resonate around the world,” Tim Everett, vice-president and general manager of consumer products for The Walt Disney Company in Australia and New Zealand, told Inside Retail. Artist’s rendering of the store format.

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Inside Retail

MAY 23, 2021

It is our vision to inspire all Australians to chase their sporting dreams and passion, and the Rebel Parramatta store is a testament to that vision,” said Gary Williams, Rebel managing director. Rebel RCX Parramatta is the second rebel concept store of its kind.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 5, 2023

ft flagship store showcases the full line of footwear, apparel, and accessories under one roof for the first time. Performance footwear and apparel brand, HOKA® launched in 2009 and has been disrupting the running industry ever since. The 1750 sq. The brand’s goal is to bring joyful performance to every kind of mover, everywhere.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 17, 2023

A $275 billion dollar windfall In the next three to five years, generative AI could add $150 billion, conservatively, and up to $275 billion to the apparel, fashion, and luxury sectors’ operating profits, according to McKinsey & Co research. It has so far had little experience with generative AI – but that could soon change.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 10, 2021

Fast forward to today and the recommerce market is booming, thanks to a generational mindset shift combined with changes wrought by the global health pandemic that are driving consumers to adopt more sustainable shopping habits. The consumer love affair with recommerce. Especially if their living spaces are constrained.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 1, 2023

Growing consumer expectations of free delivery and free returns are placing pressure on retailers who on one hand recognise customer demand, but on the other are trying to reduce their operating costs. This is especially true with women’s apparel, for example. “We’ve Another strategy, she says, is to automate fulfilment.

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