Major Japanese fashion retailer Uniqlo has said it ‘dreams’ of opening stores in Australia and New Zealand as soon as possible.

Known to many as a pearling and tourist town in Western Australia, Broome is rich in history and boasts a truly multicultural population.

SYDNEY: Designer concept space 100 Squared is expanding its reach, with two new locations confirmed and plans to tackle the Melbourne market next.

Australian investment firm AR Management made an unsuccessful bid to purchase embattled luxury retailer Belinda International during its administration.

As the Productivity Commission moves towards the final stages of its inquiry into Australian retail, it seems the GST threshold debate continues to dominate submissions from the fashion sector. Here, the Fashion Distributors Association of Australia responds to the Commission’s draft report.

AUCKLAND: New Zealand-based brand Trelise Cooper has launched a new line of apparel in Australia via department store giant David Jones, designed to fill the niche left by local label Sass & Bide.

SYDNEY: Surfection has announced the rollout of two new concept stores, following its acquisition by surfwear giant Billabong.

With all the hype about illegal fur imports, has the fashion industry distanced itself from one of the oldest forms of clothing altogether? Pippa Chambers reports.

Perth-based footwear brand Zomp is preparing to launch its largest retail outlet to date, boosting its store network with a second boutique in Brisbane.

Earlier this year, animal rights activists alleged that local fashion brands were sourcing products with dog fur. Pippa Chambers investigates the Allegations.

Global domination is on the cards for an Australian company that allows shoppers to create and customise their own tailored shirts.

Fashion footwear label Aldo is extending its empire in Australia with the launch of a bespoke footwear line and beauty venture.

An Australian jewellery chain has launched a new brand strategy after its own commissioned market research revealed it was ‘too vanilla’

Peter Lew-backed designer brand Thurley has signed a concession agreement with department store David Jones, boosting floor representation as it prepares to broach into new product categories.

NATIONAL: Failing to keep up with the latest fashion trends and the belligerent pursuit of expansion plans have contributed to the demise of 80 Esprit stores, with closures now set to hit local shores.

Levana is working on many key innovations across its circular knit fabric range with a focus on natural and sustainable fibres. Intricate natural fibre blends are being researched and trialled in the form of jacquard and jersey fabrics to create a lovely flowing drape and smooth handle.