A court case involving high-profile fashion brand Karen Millen could have far-reaching consequences for Australian fashion labels selling across Europe, a leading Melbourne law firm has warned.

High Street operator John Lewis is aiming to boost online fashion sales by £70 million (A$135 million) within three years following an overhaul of its website.

Sportscraft is striving for greater market share with the launch of a new women’s golf collection and a resortwear range.

Department store Myer will continue to push exclusive designer collaborations as a key point of difference from its rivals.

High-profile milliner Donny Galella intends to create his last fascinator this spring carnival racing season.

The financial crisis put the brakes on many plans for new retail developments, but those refurbishing or expanding existing centres are seeing growth.

When it comes to the new media phenomenon, Air New Zealand Fashion Week (ANZFW) managing director Pieter Stewart is very much an accidental hero.

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An independent womenswear boutique has kicked off a media campaign against retail giant Cotton On Group - its last ditch attempt at avoiding a six-figure legal battle in the High Court of New Zealand.

Independent retailers defaulting on payments played a role in the collapse of womenswear label State of Georgia.

More and more independent fashion brands are making a move into online retailing.

Australian fashion brands are fighting to protect trade marks and unique design, but in many cases it is a losing battle.

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Settled by Europeans in March 1806, Launceston is one of Australia’s oldest cities.

SYDNEY: Department store David Jones has recorded a 6.3 per cent rise in full year profit - with sales for the current financial year already exceeding expectations.