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.

Figgins, Diana Ferrari, Mathers, Williams. Over the last two years, some of Australia’s most iconic footwear retailers have fallen victim to tough times. Is there hope on the horizon? Nadia Stennett and Assia Benmedjdoub investigate.

MELBOURNE: Over 28 trade representatives descended on the first meeting of creditors for collapsed womenswear chain Brown Sugar, with initial claims totalling $15.4 million.

Ragtrader touched base with independent retailers affected by New Zealand’s earthquakes in the last edition. Here, Nadia Stennett checks on the majors.

Well, why not? Why can’t we have our equivalent Harry Potter hero? Readers of the Murdoch press may have seen a short piece that revealed Harry Potter’s best spells.

A survey conducted by youth fashion chain Supre last month found that despite increasing retailer complaints that local stores are losing customers to online, a significant segment of the brand’s teen demographic still prefer the bricks and mortar experience.

SYDNEY: Fashion retailer Seduce Group is among the first majors to sign with eBay’s fledgling fashion sub-site, a fresh venture for the Australian market.

It’s the iconic London-based brand with 135 years of cool under its printed belt. Now two partners are preparing to unleash Liberty across the Australian fashion market.

Discount department store Target has unleashed the first of a brand-new store format: smaller in size but promising the latest edited looks at a value price.

Australian designer brand Ksubi is boosting its Melbourne presence with the launch of a second store on Chapel Street this month, ahead of new category launches and designer collaborations.

SYDNEY: Colette Accessories is forging ahead with a national retail rollout despite an ongoing trademark dispute with Australian designer Collette Dinnigan.

The Australian licensee for international denim giant Lee will announce a local designer collaboration next month as part of efforts to tailor the brand to local consumers.

Tipped to be the largest inland city in New South Wales and a growing student hub, Wagga Wagga’s retail is experiencing an uplift after a 10-year drought. Daniela Aroche takes a look at trade in the area.

Following a buyout and subsequent financial boost, UK-based brand Liberty is ready to ramp up its presence in the Southern hemisphere, with Australia first off the block. Daniela Aroche reports..

Australian supermarket juggernaut Coles has been planning its first fashion venture ‘Mix’ for 12 months, with key representatives required to sign confidentiality agreements ahead of its launch.

Womenswear brand Trelise Cooper is on track to tackle a new market, following its retreat from kid’s fashion and the closure of its girls’ clothing boutique in Auckland last month.