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Accent Group to open four Hoka stores by Christmas

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“Hoka is positioned for its next phase of growth with a portfolio of new store openings marking an important strategic next step both from a sales and brand marketing perspective,” said Hamish Allison, Accent Group’s GM of performance division.

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GoTo and Alibaba lead the charge in Asia-Pacific’s booming retail market

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Leading market research firm Euromonitor International has just unveiled its 2023 rankings for the Top 10 fastest growing and biggest retailers in Asia Pacific, with Indonesia’s GoTo stealing the spotlight. He went on to say that adoption and implementation would vary across retailers, markets and product categories.

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How UPF clothing brand Solbari aims to beat skin cancer with $10m injection

Inside Retail

Globally, the UPF (ultraviolet protection factor) apparel market is set to reach US$1.4 The market is driven by growing skin cancer awareness, according to recent RationalStat industry analysis. billion by 2030 with a strong CAGR exceeding 7.7 In 2023, the industry had a suggested value of US$861.6

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Oroton Group boosts profits as growth strategy kicks in

Inside Retail

Physical sales grew 57 per cent, aided by brand marketing and exposure at the Australian Fashion Week, while online sales increased by 31 per cent as a result of increased investment in technology. It’s clear our apparel strategy is working, both from a sales perspective but also in terms of adding relevance and resonance to the brand.

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Orlebar Brown opens Sydney flagship in Martin Place 

Inside Retail

The firm says it is excited to exhibit to Sydney locals and visitors its perspective on swim, beach, and resort apparel. The Martin Place flagship location will be Orlebar Brown’s fifth boutique in Australia and will feature the SS23 line, which is suited for summer getaways.

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How Nike’s AR hoodie brings the metaverse closer to the street

Inside Retail

It’s no surprise that the largest sports apparel brand in the world, Nike, has bridged the physical and digital divide. It’s one of the first major apparel projects to incorporate both digital and physical elements. We’re starting to see NFC tags emerge more in apparel.

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Behind Love Bonito’s latest foray into the booming activewear market

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Love, Bonito has recently entered into the booming activewear market with the acquisition of Butter – to be rebranded as Cheak – and a small stake investment in Singapore-based natural healthcare start-up Moom Health, marking its first acquisitions in its 10-year history. What led to the partnership? It is a marriage,” Song added.

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