Drapers
31 July 2010
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Duo appointed to key Peacocks posts
Value chain Peacocks has promoted Ben Smith to head of menswear and recruited supply veteran Ray Walters as head of buying for basics. -
Footwear supplier DR Shoes put into administration
DR Shoes, the Staffordshire-based footwear design and supply company behind canvas footwear brand Nanny State and trainer brand Babycham, went into administration last Thursday. -
Graduate winners in Pure London show
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LFW designers team up for second store
London Fashion Week designers including PPQ, Emma Cook and Goat are among the brands to be stocked in a collective pop-up shop in Bath’s upmarket fashion destination, Milsom Place. -
Lipsy follows Next in selling rival brands
Next-owned young fashion brand and retailer Lipsy is to broaden its offer by selling third-party brands on its website and in stores. -
Miss Sixty delivers despite CVA furore
Sixty, the company behind young fashion brand Miss Sixty, has insisted that its UK wholesale operation will continue uninterrupted despite a High Court rejection of a Company Voluntary Arrangement administrators of its UK operation proposed last year. -
Off the Record, July 31 2010
The inside track on the parties and gossip for the week. -
Acne, Dover Street, London
Swedish premium brand Acne’s first UK store, in London’s affluent Mayfair, resurrects the white box format on the premise that less really is more -
Alpaca blends
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Arnotts could be sold for €1
The future of Arnotts remains unclear after it emerged that the iconic Irish department store could be sold for a little as €1 as part of plans to restructure its debts. -
Baird Group in line for £17m financing
Baird Group, the menswear wholesaler and retailer, has been granted a £17m financing from financial services company GE Capital, according to reports. -
Baugur boss transfers assets after freezing order
Former Baugur boss Jon Asgeir Johannesson transferred more than half a million pounds out of his accounts after the High Court issued a worldwide freezing order on his assets, according to reports. -
Benetton profits grow but outlook uncertain in key markets
Italian fashion group Benetton said net income increased from €29m (£24m) to €40m (£33m) in the first half of 2010, as the business focused on higher value product, cost savings and the benefits of positive currency effects and sales in emerging markets. -
Betty Jackson Two
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Blood & Glitter
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Borletti bids for German department store Karstadt
German department store group Karstadt has received a counterbid for the business after the company was rescued by private investor Nicolas Berggruen and luxury fashion house BCBG Max Azris in June. -
Catwalks on Bond St in West End vision
Fashion retailers could stage regular catwalk shows in the middle of Bond Street under plans to reduce traffic and entice more shoppers to London’s West End. -
Chris Isherwood
The creative director of Fenchurch explains to Suzanne Bearne how the streetwear brand’s design aesthetic has evolved over the past decade -
Clothing and footwear deflation increases to 1.2% in July
Deflation in clothing and footwear increased to 1.2% in July from 0.1% in June driven by strong promotional activity, according to the BRC-Nielsen Shop Price Index. -
Contemporary Men's Footwear Indicator, July 31 2010
Access Drapers’ unique source of sales information from contemporary retailers, revealing the best-selling brands, the hottest products and the latest issues to affect men’s footwear by clicking on the PDF. -
Contemporary Women's Footwear Indicator, July 31 2010
Access Drapers’ unique source of sales information from contemporary retailers, revealing the best-selling brands, the hottest products and the latest issues to affect women’s footwear by clicking on the PDF. -
Cotton prices set to stabilise
Cotton prices could stabilise this year, after India - the world’s second-biggest exporter of raw cotton after China - looks set for a healthy harvest this year. -
Cut-pile fur
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David Beckham to design menswear for DVB
Victoria Beckham has recruited husband David to design a menswear line for her DVB label, according to reports. -
David Weeks
The buying director of Scottish mini-chain Xile believes retailers should back brands through thick and thin, and the young fashion retailer’s success provides strong evidence to back him up -
Deadly gnome relaunched by Firetrap
Young fashion brand Firetrap has resurrected its gnome mascot, Deadly, after a 15-month absence and created a viral campaign to launch in September featuring the character in spoofs of classic films such as Aliens and Indiana Jones. -
Deliveries at risk as Bangladesh rioting steps up
UK retailers are facing renewed threats of stock delays after rioting by factory workers in Bangladesh stepped up in intensity. -
Exclusive Footwear in Breeze takeover
York premium indie Exclusive Footwear has acquired one of Newcastle upon Tyne’s oldest independents, Breeze Footwear. -
Fever
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Freddy
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French Connection for him and her
French Connection will launch its second ad campaign under the strap ‘The Man and The Woman’ on Monday. -
Gareth Pugh opens first store
British designer Gareth Pugh opened his first retail store this weekend in Hong Kong. -
Gio-Goi hits the high street with debut store in Aberdeen
Young fashion brand Gio-Goi is to make its high street debut with the opening of a store in Aberdeen ahead of a possible retail roll-out. -
Golfjunkie takes a shot at UK market
Dutch golf-inspired casualwear brand Golfjunkie has launched in the UK and opened its first UK office as it hunts for stockists. -
Guiding lights help fashion talent shine
Watching the new series of Dragon’s Den on BBC2 reminded me that having a great mentor to guide you in your career and assist in the development of your business can be the difference between make or break. -
Harrods holds talks over Shanghai store
Iconic department store Harrods is reportedly in talks with Shanghai’s municipal government about opening a store in the Chinese city. -
Hugo Boss profits up 30% in first half
Hugo Boss reported a pre-tax profit hike of 30% to €82.4m (£68.8m) in the six months to June 30. EBITDA was up 16% to €118m (£98m). -
Iconoclast
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Iron Fist
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It’s game on for retailers
A social online game that allows users to create their own virtual fashion boutique could offer real benefits -
Jan Shutt
Owner of womenswear indie Sunday Best in Rawtenstall, LancashireBrands include Crea Concept, Forever Unique, Marc Cain, Superdry -
Jedward to launch high street fashion range
X Factor stars twins Jedward are set to launch a clothing label called Pop Icons. -
John Lewis goes vintage at Goodwood
John Lewis is to open a pop-up shop at West Sussex fashion and music festival Vintage at Goodwood. -
John Lewis weekly fashion sales rise 11.2%
Fashion sales were up 11.2% at John Lewis last week, reflecting strong demand for boys’ clothes, men’s formal wear and jewellery. -
Joules
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Last chance to enter the Drapers Awards
There are only a couple more days before the deadline closes to enter this year’s prestigious Drapers Awards, in association with Global Blue. -
Local shops should be better protected, says London Assembly
The London Mayor should change his policies to enable councils to protect local shops from big retail developments, according to the London Assembly. -
London Rebel
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Love From Australia
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Major revamp at Arkangel
Edinburgh premium womenswear boutique Arkangel is to close for a major refit and will reopen with a new name and a raft of new brands. -
Makki
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Management rejig on cards at Arnotts
A change of management could be in the pipeline at iconic Irish department store Arnotts, after the state-owned Anglo Irish Bank said it would take over the business. -
Manufacturer sets up postgrad courses
Derbyshire womenswear etailer and manufacturer David Nieper has created two postgraduate courses at Nottingham Trent University to equip fashion students with business and management skills. -
Mariella Burani former executives arrested
Walter and Giovanni Burani, the former executives of Mariella Burani Fashion Group have been arrested following investigations of alleged fraudulent bankruptcy. -
Marks & Spencer appoints chief finance officer
Marks & Spencer has named Alan Stewart its new chief finance officer. -
Menswear joins the roster at Donna Ida
Premium denim indie Donna Ida is poised to enter the menswear market with the launch of its fourth store in Guildford in September. -
Minnetonka
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Mohair blends
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New Look operations chief in shock exit
New Look chief operating officer Lex Gemas has stood down after just over a year at the business and just six months after the fast-fashion chain postponed a stock market flotation. -
Next: retail sales rise 1.3%, prices set for 8% increase
Next posted a 1.3% increase in total retail sales for the 26 weeks to July 31 and the chain said its clothing retail prices will jump by as much as 8% next year. -
Novelty plush
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Nümph
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Nümph
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Pepe Jeans
The long-standing denim brand is emphasising its British roots in its new British Khaki collections -
Pink Soda
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PPR's profits soar 162% in first half
French luxury goods group PPR saw its pre-tax profits rocket 162% to €593.8m (£495.1m) for the six months to June 30, fuelled by a strong international and online sales. -
Pretty Green - IMAGE GALLERY
Young fashion brand Pretty Green has opened its much-anticipated pop-up shop at 57 Carnaby Street, London. -
Pretty Green opens pop-up shop
Young fashion brand Pretty Green will open the doors to its first standalone store tonight - a pop-up shop on Carnaby Street, London. -
Primark poaches Matalan’s John Lyttle for COO role
Primark has poached John Lyttle from rival Matalan to the role of chief operating officer. -
Puma sees modest second quarter growth
Puma, the sportswear brand owned by French luxury fashion house PPR, reported a 2.5% rise in turnover for the second quarter 2010, driven by the strength of the euro and solid accessories sales. -
Pure attendance jumps on upbeat opening day
Womenswear trade show Pure saw a 27% jump in visitors on yesterday’s opening day compared to the first day of the August 09 exhibition, and buyers and exhibitors were positive about the level of business being done. -
Pure London closes with 24% leap in visitors
Womenswear tradeshow Pure London saw a 24% uplift in visitors compared to the August 2009 edition, and a 37% increase in the number of those spending more than one day at the event. -
Pure London expects record turn-out
Trade show Pure London is anticipating a record number of visitors this season, with pre-registrations currently up 6% on last season to just over 16,000. -
Quiksilver launches younger fashion line
Surfwear brand Quiksilver has ramped up its young fashion offer with the launch of a younger collection for spring 11 aimed at women aged 19 and above. -
Rare
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Republic launches improved website
Republic, the branded young fashion chain, has relaunched its website to give it a fresher, less cluttered look in time for the arrival of its autumn 10 ranges. -
Retail revealed as the UK’s top creator of jobs
Retailers created more jobs proportionately than any other sector of the economy during the recession, and the trend has continued since the recovery started. -
Ringspun
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Rohan to ramp up expansion and broaden its appeal
Outdoor specialist Rohan has pushed the button on aggressive expansion plans and is eyeing a 50% increase in sales during the next year. -
Sir David Jones retires from JJB Sports
JJB Sports has announced that Sir David Jones has retired from the board of the sports retailer with immediate effect due to ill health. -
SS20, Oxford
Chosen by Darren Robinson, country manager UK of Sole Technology -
Stefanel
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Sticky Fingers
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Streetwear spring 11
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Strong young fashion sales bolster Aurora Fashions
Aurora Fashions, which operates womenswear chains Oasis, Coast, Karen Millen and Warehouse, has seen a resurgence in sales at its young fashion chains after sunny weather tempted shoppers out to buy maxi dresses and floral prints. -
Super lightweights
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Supplier sums don’t add up on price rises
As summer 2010 draws to a close, another round of buying begins. -
Suzy Smith
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Taking risks is proving a safer option
So, if you stocked up on the hot maxi dress young fashion trend for spring 10 or are a luxury retailer in London capitalising on an earlier-than-usual Ramadan and the resulting early full-price autumn 10 Sales, then you are probably, for the most part, feeling OK about trade right now. -
Terani Couture
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Tesco takes on M&S in back to school campaign
Tesco is going head to head with Marks & Spencer in a fierce back to school battle and has frozen its uniform prices at last year’s levels. -
The weekend newspaper round-up: July 31 to August 1, 2010
A round up of the best fashion business stories from the weekend’s newspapers. -
Turnover
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Ugg Australia to move in to knitwear
Ugg Australia, the footwear brand renowned for its sheepskin boots, is to expand in to knitwear. -
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Vila sets sights on premium shoppers with Luxe launch
Vila, the womenswear brand owned by Danish brand house Bestseller, has introduced a premium sub-brand that will go head-to-head with high street retailers and brands such as French Connection, Ted Baker and Reiss for autumn 10. -
Vintage and degrade effects
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World Cup helps Adidas profits soar 172%
Adidas chief executive Herbert Hainer said the FIFA World Cup had helped the footwear giant to deliver “outstanding” results as its operating profit rose 172% to €195m (£162m) for the second quarter of the year.
