Ragtrader brings you the latest news in the Australian textile, garment and footwear sector.


Quiksilver legacy continues

FINNIGAN: New swimwear from Roxy Green.

The daughter of Quiksilver co-founder Alan Green has launched her own swimwear venture, with the pieces stocked in a retail/gallery concept space.

New fashion software to stir market

Harry Who: Part of the Design Identity client base.

A fashion e-commerce specialist has created new technology to take online retail to the next level. Premium

Study unveils dark side of retail

Fashion retail: Too focused on appearances. [Image: Wendell Levi Tedoro @ Zeduce.org.]

Market research conducted by mystery shopping company Service Integrity has revealed clothing retailers have worse customer service skills than any other industry.

Myer reports slow recovery

MYER: Apparel continues to be a strong performer.

Department store Myer has reported lacklustre results for the third quarter of the 2012 fiscal year, and readjusted its forecast for full-year net profit.

Local wiz launches revolutionary software

Bonn: New to the Australian market.

A local online fashion expert has taken etailing to the next level with technology which allows shoppers to try garments online.

StreetLab brews

AM EYEWEAR: Among brands at StreetLab 2012.

Bettina Liano, Cheap Monday, Dr Denim and AM Eyewear are among brands confirmed for streetwear trade show StreetLab 2012.

Postie Plus Group restructures

POSTIE: In the midst of a restructure.

New Zealand retail group Postie Plus Group Limited (PPGL) has restructured its executive leadership team and will relocate its key merchandising and marketing functions to Auckland, as it gears for future growth.

Coles Mix online

MIX: Now available online.

Supermarket giant Coles has launched its exclusive fashion range online, making it available through dedicated portal www.mixapparel.com.au.

brandsExclusive celebrates milestone

Her Ego: Accessories brand, sold on brandsExclusive.

Online shopping club brandsExclusive celebrated has its third birthday and a membership milestone, as the company officially clocked 1.7 million members Australia-wide.

Witchery reveals competition winner

Witchery White Shirt Design Award: Winning design by Whitehouse Institute of Design student Holly Moore.

ragtrader.com.au can exclusively reveal the new designer chosen to contribute to the 2013 Witchery White Shirt Campaign. Premium

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