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What’s driving the rise of pre-loved fashion? - Drapers
Jan 19, 2023 · According to research agency Stylus, in 2022, 31% of UK consumers used second-hand clothing websites to buy or sell items, up from 20% in 2019. Natacha Blanchard, consumer lead at second-hand platform Vinted, told Drapers the current cost of living crisis is another factor boosting the popularity of pre-loved fashion over new. "In the UK, we do ...
The challenges fashion retailers will have to overcome in 2024
Jan 2, 2024 · Retailers faced a myriad of challenges in 2023, which have undoubtedly made the sector stronger than ever. Resilient businesses overcame an unstable geopolitical landscape and squeezed consumer spend as a result of high interest rates and inflation throughout 2023, and this is expected to continue into 2024.. Indeed, Natalie Berg, founder and analyst at retail strategy consultancy NBK Retail ...
Oxford Street's pedestrianisation: how history lessons can shape …
Oct 10, 2024 · Digital Edition: Oxford Street’s pedestrianisation: how history lessons can shape its future. As London mayor Sadiq Khan resumes his ambition to pedestrianise parts of Oxford Street, Drapers follows the journey of past attempts and takes a look at the progress of similar schemes in New York, Berlin and Paris.
This week's fashion retail people moves: Burberry, Harvey Nichols ...
6 days ago · Maria Milano, head of womenswear and childrenswear buying at Harrods, is moving on from the business later this year, Drapers can reveal. Burberry CEO Marco Gobbetti to step down. Burberry CEO Marco Gobbetti will step down and leave the company at the end of 2021. Authentic Brands Group appoints new president of EMEA.
Timeline: A history of House of Fraser - Drapers
Aug 20, 2013 · 1985 – House of Fraser is bought by the Al Fayed family for £615m. 1988 – A five year business agenda is announced, in which small branches are to be replaced by larger stores. 1994 – House of Fraser is listed on the London Stock Exchange. 1997-8 – John Coleman is appointed chief executive, later introducing own brands Linea and Platman. Many stores, including the Sheffield ...
The man keeping the Fred Perry brand fresh - Drapers
Jan 25, 2024 · Fred Perry head of brand Matthew Moore reveals his style tips and predictions for 2024. Fresh from celebrating its 70th anniversary since its founding with an exhibition at the Design Museum in June 2022, the men's and women's tennis shirt brand Fred Perry reported record revenue growth of 20.8% year on year for the 12 months to 31 December ...
The sustainability policy changes that fashion retail needs
Jan 31, 2024 · From supply chain scrutiny to extended producer responsibility, fashion businesses must stay alert to sustainability policy developments coming in 2024. George Harding-Rolls, director of policy and advocacy at sustainability consultancy Eco-Age – which works with brands and retailers such as Diesel and Matches – reveals the key changes coming in the year ahead.
Drapers Independents Awards 2024 winner: Tess Daly’s Naia Beach
Oct 4, 2024 · Get full access to all the fashion industry news and intelligence you need. Luxury swimwear and resortwear brand Naia Beach was a standout winner at this year’s Drapers Independents Awards. Founders and close friends Gayle Lawton and TV presenter Tess Daly, share their ambitions for the brand, from bricks and mortar stores to overseas expansion.
Authentic joins forces with Saks Global for luxury venture
Oct 10, 2024 · Authentic Brands Group and Saks Global are set to launch a luxury joint venture that will house Authentic-owned brands including Hervé Léger and Barneys New York. Authentic Brands Group has linked up with the owner of historic New York store Saks Fifth Avenue to launch the entity, which will be called Authentic Luxury Group.