NATIONAL: Puma has announced its intent to become a carbon neutral company, with new packaging a key step in the process.

MELBOURNE: Thurley has moved on from a tumultuous spring/summer 2009 season, unveiling a strong new look for the second half of this year.

NATIONAL: Trend forecasting agency Stylesignal has again ramped up its digital media offer.

SYDNEY: The consumer component of Rosemount Australian Fashion Week will officially kick off tomorrow, with a trip into the event's history at the Powerhouse Museum.

SYDNEY: Swatch has re-entered the Sydney marketplace with the launch of its one and only boutique in the NSW capital.

NATIONAL: The Australian license for global power brand Diesel is set to change hands.

NATIONAL: Customers will have 24-hour access to Country Road shopping with the launch of its e-commerce division in August.

SYDNEY: Ksubi will mark its 10th birthday by making its first public appearance since the onset - and subsequent resolution - of its administration woes.

NATIONAL: Westfield has announced current director Gary Weiss will retire from its board at the end of May.

SYDNEY: E-tailing experts from the likes of Net-a-porter, Burberry and General Pants will take to the lectern at Australia's premier online retailing expo.

SYDNEY: Buyers attending Rosemount Australian Fashion Week (RAFW) next month are saving a portion of their budgets to inject last-minute, must-have styles into their stores.

NATIONAL: Bennetts Boots is ramping up its marketing and production efforts as mainstream shoe labels begin to encroach on the wide calf boot market.

SYDNEY: Registrations for Rosemount Australian Fashion Week (RAFW) are closing today as organisers prepare to release the event's official schedule.

NATIONAL: Oakley is banking on resumed consumer confidence with the launch of a premium men's accessory offer.

MELBOURNE: Tony Bianco continues to build its retail portfolio, opening its first flagship store on Melbourne's historic Chapel Street.

NATIONAL: Online shopping club brandsExclusive has formed international alliances which will see its Australian brands sold across the world.