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Burberry social network to celebrate trench coat

Mon, 9 Nov 2009 11:31 GMT

Burberry, the upscale retailer and brand, has launched a social networking site celebrating its famous trench coat.

Liberty sales ‘stronger than last year’

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 10:07 GMT

London department store Liberty has reported “strong” sales in July, driven by sales from womenswear and its own-label brand, Liberty of London.

Victoria’s Secret unveils plans for launch in UK and Europe

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 06:00 GMT

US fashion and beauty giant Limited Brands has outlined plans to open Victoria’s Secret stores in strategic markets including the UK as part of an international expansion drive.

Adams under fire over late payment claims

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 GMT

Suppliers to Adams have hit out as they claim the kidswear retailer is failing to pay them on time.

Landlords split by Blacks CVA proposal approach

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 GMT

The Blacks Leisure proposed company voluntary arrangement has provoked mixed responses from the outdoor retailer’s landlords.

Brand Alley ads claiming 80% off found misleading

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 GMT

Online discounter Brand Alley has had its knuckles wrapped by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) over the level of discount it claimed on its ads.

TM Lewin rules out IPO after strong half

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 GMT

Shirt specialist TM Lewin has ruled out an IPO and has put to bed speculation that backer HBoS wants to exit the business.

Asos shrugs off slowing etail growth

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 GMT

Investec published a buy note on Asos ahead of its half-year results on November 16, despite evidence of challenges facing online retailers.

Carnaby Street to unveil Christmas decorations

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 GMT

Carnaby Street to unveil Christmas decorations

H Samuel creates pack to cash in on in-store proposals

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 GMT

Jewellery chain H Samuel is introducing in-store ‘proposal packs’ for men to cash in on the increasing trend for customers to propose to their partners in its stores.

Mint Velvet to drive ‘destination appeal’ of online flagship store

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 00:00 GMT

New women’s fashion retailer Mint Velvet plans to expand the content on its website in the coming months in an attempt to make it a true “destination” for its customers.

Gap sales beat expectations

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 14:08 GMT

Sales for US fashion giant Gap beat expectations in October up 5% on last year to $1.14bn (£70m).

Mike Ashley renames Newcastle football ground

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 10:34 GMT

Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley is renaming Newcastle United’s football ground sportsdirect.com@St James’ Park.

Next sales continue to beat expectations

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 08:41 GMT

Next sales have continued ahead of expectations with like-for-like sales down 1.3% for its third quarter to October 31.

Shop price inflation at zero after two months of deflation

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 08:37 GMT

Overall shop price inflation stood at zero last month after two consecutive months of deflation.