Ragtrader names the movers and shakers in Australian fashion this year.

Last year’s awards delivered over 100 entries from the country’s leading retailers including Country Road, The Iconic, Kookai, Carla Zampatti, Camilla and more.

The platinum partner will join a host of industry sponsors in what promises to be another sold-out event.

Paul Zahra and Bernie Brookes, former CEOs of David Jones and Myer respectively, share their predictions.

Fashion sales jump across Westfield centres

Total annual sales achieved across 42 Westfield centres hit a record $30.3 billion in the year to March 31. 

LSKD signs 10-year circularity deal

LSKD will transition key product lines from nylon 6 to Samsara Eco’s recycled nylon 6,6 from 2028

Ex-Country Road manager named Dress for Success boss

Bruce has more than 25 years of experience across fashion, business strategy and customer-led organisations.

27 peak bodies call for cuts to regulatory costs 

This all comes three weeks ahead of the Federal Government’s handing down of the 2026-27 Budget.

KMD seals $65m raise but retail investors hedge their bets

Some analysts are quite bullish on KMD Brands' turnaround, but retail shareholders are not as gung-ho.

David Jones overhauls LG Sydney dining hall

The new precinct brings together eight distinct eateries.

Why 41% of directors think insolvencies will surge

This comes as the latest ASIC data shows overall insolvencies in 2026 has been trending slightly below last year.

Luxury resaler Swop expands Melbourne footprint

Swop sells a curated range of second-hand premium and luxury goods across the fashion space.

Consumer confidence struggles to climb

ANZ economist Sophia Angala warns that consumer spending is likely to slow.