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Richard Clews

Collections Group buys Frank Bird

Jersey-based retail stable Collections Group has acquired the Drapers Award winning menswear independent Frank Bird.

  • Published:26 September 2008 08:58
  • Author: Khabi Mirza
Indies lost market share in the quarter ended July 20

Indies record market share dip

Independent clothing and footwear retailers lost market share in the 12 week period ended July 20 according to research by TNS Worldpanel Fashion.

Delegates can save £150 on a ticket for the Drapers Fashion Summit by booking before September 12

Retail leaders headline Drapers Fashion Summit

There has never been a better time to take a fresh look at your business processes and understand how leading retailers are adapting their business in the face of economic uncertainty. This year's Drapers Fashion Summit will look at how you can drive your business forward and overcome the effects of the economic downturn.

Roger Wade is among the guest speakers at the London Fashion Network event on September 25

London Fashion Network to host networking event for entrepreneurs

The London Fashion Network will hold its second networking event in the capital on September 25 focusing on how entrepreneurs can finance and fund their businesses.


Delegates can save £150 on a ticket for the Drapers Fashion Summit by booking before September 12

Retail leaders headline Drapers Fashion Summit

There has never been a better time to take a fresh look at your business processes and understand how leading retailers are adapting their business in the face of economic uncertainty. This year's Drapers Fashion Summit will look at how you can drive your business forward and overcome the effects of the economic downturn.

  • Published:12 August 2008 08:59
Tom Clark

The Drapers Interview: Tom Clark

The first managing director of Moda In Pelle has a reputation for turning around big-name multiples, so what compelled him to join a 35-year-old footwear indie?

  • Published:11 September 2008 17:08
Flying start for Bristol’s Cabot Circus

Flying start for Bristol's Cabot Circus

With the UK economy on a tightrope, the 150 stores in Bristol's new mall are confident the scheme is on a surer footing.

Independents

B and R, London

Shopwatch: B+R, London

A flock of stuffed birds keep an eye on the action in Bolongaro Trevor and Religion's collaborative retail concept.

Independents

Preeta Cooley

View from the Shop Floor: Preeta Cooley

Drapers probe leading Independents to get their View From The Shop floor.

Brandwatch

Luke

Brandwatch: Luke

Indie-loyal menswear label Luke has grown from a bedroom business into a booming brand in just six years.