SYDNEY: RCG Corporation, owner of The Athlete's Foot stores, has announced a record half-yearly profit for the six months to December 27, 2009.

MELBOURNE: Emerging designers will have a space to create, showcase and sell their garments when a new fashion gallery launches in Melbourne.

NATIONAL: Billabong International's profit fell 15.4 per cent in the first half of 2009/10, reflecting in part the impact of recent foreign exchange movements.

SYDNEY: Gazal Corporation has announced an increase in group sales, but a reduction in profit after tax for the six months to December 31, 2009.

SYDNEY: Noni B has reported an increase in net profit after tax of 43.4 per cent for the six months to December 27, 2009.

SYDNEY: Fashion Exposed has initiated a new advisory council of industry experts to help develop the future of the twice-yearly trade fair.

SYDNEY: Travellers will have access to key fashion labels at reduced prices with the launch of the largest duty free shopping store in the southern hemisphere.

NATIONAL: Country Road has reported a 12.2 per cent drop in profits after tax for the first half of 2009/10, despite recording an increase in total sales.

NATIONAL: Cancer Council Australia has struck a new licensing deal for its sun protective headwear range.

SYDNEY: Creditors for embattled denim brand Ksubi have voted in favour of a joint venture with streetwear manufacturer Bleach, despite a competing proposal from another company.

NATIONAL: Guess Australia has joined the legion of fashion brands moving to online retailing with the launch of a dedicated online store.

MELBOURNE: Ten emerging designers will receive a shot in the arm when the L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) kicks off next month.

NATIONAL: A childrenswear label designed to showcase Australia's manufacturing capabilities celebrated its industry launch at Fashion Exposed yesterday (February 15).

SYDNEY: NSW Fair Trading has issued a warning to consumers who shop online, with consumer complaints significantly up last year.

SYDNEY: The future of collapsed denim house Ksubi will be unveiled at a second meeting of creditors today (February 16).

SYDNEY: Awards were flowing at opening day of Fashion Exposed yesterday, with the winners of the Debut competition and best exhibitor stands announced.