The head of Australia's only dedicated fashion trade show is optimistic of improvements in post-election sales, as the next instalment nears.

Bras N Things has gone back into the hands of its original owner.

The latest retail trade figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) have revealed a rise in retail turnover.

“We want to gain a higher market share in Australia and already see customers responding very well.”

Beleaguered surf giant Billabong has offloaded its Canadian retail chain amid a string of other changes, as it moves to wriggle its way out of debt.

Fresh research has revealed which fashion category still drives more than 60 per cent of Australians in store, despite the rise in online retail.

Online fashion retailer The Iconic has turned two, with nearly one million customers receiving its goods across Australia and New Zealand to date.

An experimental 'makeover' grant, trialled overseas, is now available in Australia for local businesses keen to revamp their operations.

US label Brooks Brothers has begun setting up its Australian retail network.

Retail giant Specialty Fashion Group (SFG) has cast a dim outlook on the coming year, following zero sales growth for the first quarter 2014.

The parent company of troubled denim brand Ksubi attempted to raise $14.25 million through an offshore initial public offering just months prior to plummeting into administration.

For the first time ever, Ragtrader is offering a free iPad download of a special edition dedicated to online fashion retailing.

Neiman Marcus announced its presence in the Australian market with a spectacular dinner at a private residence in Darling Point, Sydney.

A new report has revealed solutions for retailers keen to counter the 'siren song of showrooming'.

David Jones has secured Hugo Boss as an Australian department store exclusive, as well as distribution rights to all Hugo Boss brands across all categories.

OrotonGroup has signed an exclusive franchise agreement with Gap, replacing Melbourne-based Busby to develop the brand in Australia and New Zealand.