Australian fashion journalist Mitchell Oakley Smith is set to release a book documenting the work of 70 regional designers.

Two businesses located along high-end shopping strip Ann Street have teamed up to capitalise on its reputation.

A public relations agent can be a huge investment for an emerging fashion label.

Rockport is unleashing a new look for spring/summer 2010, adding a consistent fit system and a trend boost to its women’s footwear offer.

Australian fashion label Sass & Bide has cemented its plan to attack the New Zealand retail market.

The success of a four-year relationship with Myer has pushed Saxony to launch its own retail stores and inaugural womenswear line.

The new Voluntary Industry Code of Conduct for representation of body image encourages fashion retailers to think liberally when it comes to sizes offered in store.

"Grab and go” is how Stan Wan describes the growing approach to retail in Australia.

Efforts to get a collaborative fashion export cluster off the ground have stalled, with key players blaming the hectic lead up to spring/summer for the lack of progress.

Designer womenswear brand Thurley will kick off a two-year retail rollout strategy next month, backed by one of the most influential players in the Australian fashion industry.

GOLD COAST: US retailer Zumiez has dropped out of the race to acquire West 49, clearing the path for Billabong's purchase of the Canadian brand.

MELBOURNE: Biron Apparel has welcomed a new director to its board.

GEELONG: Cotton On has back-paid $278,000 to thousands of employees following an investigation by the Fair Work Ombudsman.

NATIONAL: The last finalist in this year's Chambord Shine Awards has been announced, judged by fans of the design competition on Facebook.

ADELAIDE: Morrison has opened its first store in Adelaide as part of its drive into new markets across the country.

NATIONAL: The Spanish owners of fast fashion brand Zara have confirmed speculation that the group will launch stores in Australia and South Africa next year.