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UK Uncut targets Topshop in Christmas protest
UK Uncut, the organisation that occupied Fortnum & Mason’s store this year, is targeting what it calls “tax-evading” retailers Boots and Topshop, among other Arcadia-owned stores, for demonstration’s during the Christmas shopping period.
Ann Summers overhauls its website
Lingerie and sex toy chain Ann Summers is overhauling its website to improve functionality.
Long queues form as Westfield Stratford City swings open its doors
Marks and Spencer chief executive Marc Bolland opened proceedings at the new Westfield Stratford City shopping centre this morning declaring that the new M&S store will “carry the torch for the best of UK retailing”.
Ann Summers will pop up at Selfridges
Women’s lingerie retailer Ann Summers is opening a pop-up shop in Selfridges in London this month, after winning the luxury department store’s backing with its recent rebrand.
Retail goes high-tech at Westfield Stratford
New store concepts and technological advances showcase shopping’s future.
Ann Summers takes clubwear in-store
Lingerie and sex toy specialist Ann Summers is to start selling clubwear in its stores after a 300% jump in sales in the category from its party plan and web channel.
Fashion players climb the 2011 Rich List
Fashion’s high net-worth individuals have seen their fortunes rise in 2011 according to The Sunday Times Rich List, with Selfridges and Primark owners the Weston family and Sir Philip Green claiming the top fashion spots.
UK launch for value label Baci Lingerie
US value lingerie brand Baci Lingerie will launch in the UK and has plans to open 50 stores and target major high street chains to be stockists.
Ann Summers Halloween radio ad banned
Ann Summers’ radio advert for Halloween has been banned for being too racy.
Louise Barnes joins Fenn Wright Manson as part of sale deal
Fenn Wright Manson, the contemporary womenswear brand and retailer, has been sold to Darwin Private Equity for an undisclosed sum. Former Fat Face chief executive Louise Barnes has been hired as executive chairman.
Web investment to lead Alexon charge
Womenswear conglomerate Alexon Group is seeking a head of ecommerce to drive online growth following the appointment of commercial director Kevin Keaney and ex-Moss Bros chairman David Adams as non-executive director.
Ann Summers to expand product range
Ann Summers is expanding its offer with the launch of cosmetics and swimwear ranges which will go into stores next month.
Ann Summers appoints marketing director
Ann Summers has hired Fiona Davis as marketing director to drive the lingerie retailer’s growth plans.
Fashion Fortunes from The Sunday Times Rich List
Sir Tom Hunter, owner of USC and Office, was the shock exit from The Sunday Times Rich List, which was published yesterday, while most of the other sector big hitters saw their wealth slashed as a result of the recession.
Xmas Sales watch: Nearly half of retailers discounting
Almost half of high street retailers are now on Sale or discounting in the run up to Christmas.
Ann Summers appoints MD
Ann Summers has appointed Paula Minowa as managing director.
Snokart range set to launch
Ann Summers’ former head of buying Christian Williams is launching his own line of sports luggage for spring 09.
Ann Summers revamps stores
Ann Summers will embark on an overhaul of its stores as part of a nationwide rebranding of the lingerie business.
Fashion's richest fall down rankings in Sunday Times Rich List
Fashion’s high-net worth individuals have been feeling the pinch from the credit crunch according to The Sunday Times’ Rich List published yesterday.
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Oasis appoints retail operations director
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Jacqueline Gold to star in Sport Relief's The Apprentice show
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Ann Summers co-founder steps back from business
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Xmas Sale watch: Number of Sales doubles says Patonz
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Profits keep sliding at Ann Summers
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People: June Kenton, Rigby & Peller - Supporting the bra industry
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Valentine's Day boosts Ann Summers' sales
