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Productivity – the keystone of a successful retail strategy
The definition of “productivity” is “the effectiveness of productive effort, as measured in terms of the rate of output per unit of input”.
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Matchesfashion and CEO Ulric Jerome – the perfect match
Tech entrepreneur turned fashion CEO Ulric Jerome was the ideal choice to help transform an independent retailer into an innovative, industry-leading international digital empire.
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This year's Drapers Fashion Forum will put productivity at its heart and investigate how retailers can future-proof their businesses to survive and thrive. Don't miss out, and apply for your ticket now!
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My Fashion Life: Marie Welté, co-founder of Maison Labiche
Maison Labiche co-founder Marie Welté elevates basics with embroidery
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Mastering mobile as the 2018 peak approaches
The 2018 retail peak is nearly upon us, and mobile will be playing a more important role than ever.
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The Drapers Awards 2018 are now open for entries! The event on 29 November recognises and celebrates the best of the best in the fashion sector. Book your table now before it's too late
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Matchesfashion and CEO Ulric Jerome – the perfect match
Tech entrepreneur turned fashion CEO Ulric Jerome was the ideal choice to help transform an independent retailer into an innovative, industry-leading international digital empire.
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Drapers finds out how high street retailers better known for their womenswear offer are cashing in on the booming menswear market
First look: Allbirds flies into London Subscription
Asos ‘well prepared’ for no-deal BrexitSubscription
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BRC calls for business rate action in BudgetSubscription
Sharp decline in consumer confidence Subscription
Thread eyes global markets with cash injectionSubscription
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British lingerie manufacturer collapsesSubscription
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Matchesfashion and CEO Ulric Jerome – the perfect matchSubscription
Tech entrepreneur turned fashion CEO Ulric Jerome was the ideal choice to help transform an independent retailer into an innovative, industry-leading international digital empire.
Top tips from an award-winning childrenswear retailerSubscription
St Helens-based designer fashion retailer OD’s won its second Drapers Independents Award last month, this time for its refreshed childrenswear business.
Spring 19 catwalks: the buying directors' verdictsSubscription
Now the spring 19 womenswear catwalk season is over, four of the industry’s leading buying directors reveal their top shows, key trends and must-buy products.
Deadline extended in the search for fashion's rising superstars Subscription
The annual list spotlighting fashion and retail rising stars is back for its 10th edition, and we want your nominations.
Drapers Investigates: Are pre-packs a necessary evil for retail survival?Subscription
Following the pre-pack administration purchase of Coast by Karen Millen this week, Drapers investigates the pros and cons of the process and what, if anything, can be done to make the process more transparent.
Switching on to style: QVC focuses on fashion VideoSubscription
Fashion is an increasingly important part of home-shopping retailer QVC’s offer. Drapers chats to fashion buying director Nicholas Chalkley about the business’s digital future, the importance of own-brand and what sets QVC apart.
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The rise and rise of PrettyLittleThingSubscription
PrettyLittleThing’s astute marketing strategy, coupled with Boohoo Group’s robust infrastructure, have helped propel growth at the young fashion etailer, industry experts have said.
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Productivity – the keystone of a successful retail strategy
The definition of “productivity” is “the effectiveness of productive effort, as measured in terms of the rate of output per unit of input”.
Comment: How are fashion customers changing?
Drapers’ latest report uses consumer data to highlight how shoppers are changing year on year.
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To stand still is to go backwards. This well-known mantra has been quoted a thousand times, but is more relevant today than it ever has been.
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From formalwear to casual blazers, on the catwalks and on the high street, menswear is smartening up its act. So what is driving the trend?
Next fights back but early Sales are a worrying sign
The bellwether of the UK high street, Next, this week revealed a better-than-expected performance for its first half, despite what it described as a “volatile” trading environment.
Comment: International buyers out in force at Micam
A strong turnout of international buyers at the 86th edition of Milan footwear trade show Micam has cemented its place as the must-attend shoe exhibition in Europe, as UK brands took the opportunity to meet continental buyers before Brexit.
Comment: Why the world looks to London Fashion Week
The spring 19 edition of London Fashion Week (14-18 September) has drawn to a close, and it is clear why it draws visitors from around the globe.
Editor's Comment: What we can learn from innovative indies
Independent retailing is one of the fashion industry’s toughest sectors, but also one of the most innovative – and larger retailers would do well to take note of the initiatives the sector is driving.
Comment: Holly Willoughby lends fire power to M&S
As Marks & Spencer announces Holly Willoughby as its new brand ambassador, is the TV-turned-social media star enough to save the retailer?
Editor's Comment: Can you afford not to have a sustainability strategy?
As the House of Fraser saga rumbles on and the repercussions continue to hit suppliers, there is much debate about who should be held accountable for the department store chain’s demise.
Own brand and experience are partners in John Lewis revamp
John Lewis’s sophisticated Oxford Street redesign is set to put the retailer’s ambitious own-brand focus to the test
Comment: Does 5 Carlos Place deliver for Matchesfashion?
Pitched as a “totally new retail experience”, Drapers discovers whether 5 Carlos Place lives up to expectation.
Comment: It's time for action on the high street
Drapers’ Emily Sutherland questions whether reviews, inquiries and panels really represent the best route forward for the high street.
Comment: UK fashion and textiles firms need more export support
UK clothing and fabric companies could significantly boost export activity with the right support, says Adam Mansell, CEO of the UK Fashion and Textile Association.
Editor's Comment: Neves's dream of integrated retail is not so far-fetched
Back in 2009, a little-known etailer called Farfetch was shortlisted for the Best Etail Innovation award at the Drapers Etail Awards. This week, that same etailer has filed notice of its intention to float on the New York Stock Exchange.
Comment: Reformation's tech-savvy NYC store
The New York retail industry is facing a major transformation. Having been challenged by the increasing popularity of e-commerce, the decline in traditional department stores, alongside the proliferation of mobile and touchscreen devices, retailers are taking radical action to entice shoppers.
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Mastering mobile as the 2018 peak approaches
The 2018 retail peak is nearly upon us, and mobile will be playing a more important role than ever.
Webinar: Next-generation digital marketing
How are retailers’ email strategies evolving?
Customer insight: How fashion’s multichannel connected consumers are evolving
Our annual survey of fashion shoppers provides in-depth insight into what shoppers want in a multichannel retail world.
Webinar: Using data to tailor the online customer experience
Retailers are starting to learn more about their shoppers based on their online behaviour - something that is becoming more important in a post-GDPR world.
Ecommerce Snapshot: Fashion's Q3 online performance
The Drapers Ecommerce Snapshot gives a comprehensive overview of fashion’s digital performance over the last quarter.
Building a continuous customer view
The single customer view is at the forefront of retailers’ minds, but GDPR and continuing customer concerns about privacy mean it is no easy win
Video: How 3D software is impacting design
Fashion retailers gathered at the Soho Hotel in June to discuss how 3D fashion is changing the industry.
Instagram's new tools for fashion retailers
In partnership with Instagram, Drapers explores the platform’s range of recent new tools - including the launch of IGTV last month - and how they are boosting consumer engagement.
Solving fashion's sustainability problem
Fashion is one of the world’s most polluting industries.
Digital snapshot: Fashion's Q2 online performance
The Drapers Ecommerce Snapshot gives a comprehensive overview of fashion’s digital performance over the last quarter.
Luxury's Digital Revolution
Despite the success of early trailblazers such as Net-A-Porter and Farfetch, the luxury sector has lagged behind the rest of fashion world when it comes to adapting to a digital future.
Taking the supply chain digital
3D sampling is here, and it is transforming the way companies design, develop and produce fashion.
Webinar: Why RFID is gaining momentum in fashion
Earlier this month Drapers hosted a live discussion with SML and Zebra on how – and why – fashion retailers are adopting RFID at an accelerating rate.
Making multichannel fashion fast, instant and seamless
Fashion consumers today want fast, easy and seamless. Drapers’ report on the growth of instant fashion explores how retailers should respond to this in a multichannel era.
How artificial intelligence is transforming the customer journey
Artificial intelligence is the buzzphrase on everyone’s lips and in this report, we delve into how it is changing the customer experience.
The future of automation in fashion
How retail automation is boosting creativity, innovation and control.
Influencer marketing: Science, strategy and success
The results are in. Only 29% of influencers are asked about their audience demographics, and just 11% of influencers who collaborate with brands on their blogs are asked for their analytics to prove the value of the post or its reach.
International Report: India, Russia and Japan
When UK fashion brands think about going international, Europe, the US and China are often the first port of call.
How to find a brand's most profitable customers
Retailers’ most loyal and profitable customers can be hard to identify and get to know. With so many drowning in customer data, how can we make sense of it?
Drapers Salary Survey 2017
The Drapers Salary Survey provides a glimpse into pay levels across the fashion industry.
Changing the mindset around excess stock
Off-price product, rather than being a problem to avoid, is a part of every retail business and is fast becoming a bona-fide channel in its own right.
Protecting brand reputation while discounting
Mismanaging excess stock can harm a brand and train shoppers to only buy at Sale prices, but you can discount without damaging your reputation
Clearing Excess Stock Beyond British Borders
Offloading excess inventory in international markets can be challenging but some fashion retailers and brands think it is worth doing
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Watch Drapers’ webcast, Achieving a single view of stock in real time, in association with Detego.
The fit guide: tackling a business-critical issue
No matter what channel you sell through, fit matters, says Ed Gribbin, president of Alvanon
Webcast: Supporting the customer journey across all channels
Watch Drapers’ webcast on supporting the customer journey across all channels, in association with Cegid.
Expanding your off-price horizons
Many retailers succumb to the temptation to sell off excess stock through big discounters at deeply reduced prices, but there are other options
Customer insights from Drapers Multichannel Report
Download Drapers’ fourth annual Multichannel Customer Insight Report for free.
Strategies for converting excess stock into a revenue stream
With a structured, strategic approach, excess stock is an opportunity to generate new revenue.
Turn your excess stock into an opportunity
With a structured, strategic approach, excess stock is an opportunity to generate new revenue.
