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Local fashion brand Cooper St has inked a star-studded collaboration with celebrity designer Whitney Port, as it moves to take the label to the next level.

A local apparel company has joined forces with a global movement to make a difference.

Despite whispers of a skills shortage in the sector, new research has found that Australians choose a first job in retail over any other industry.

Fashion brands Aurelio Costarella, Top Shop and Dinosaur Designs have joined forces to spruce up an innovative local campaign.

The National Retail Association (NRA) has revealed the top 25 young retail stars in the running for the title of 2013 NRA Young Retailer of the Year.

One of Australia's most influential retail groups - with 900 stores and seven online businesses - has revealed a fresh direction for spring/summer 2013.

Fresh research delivers proof that social media-savvy businesses go against the grain with revenue results.

Event of the week

Earlier this week, the Australian fashion industry gathered to celebrate iconic designer Jenny Kee as the 2013 Australian Fashion Laureate recipient.

One of Australia's largest online retailers for fashion and lifestyle is preparing to boost its business potential ahead of a significant milestone.

Jenny Kee honoured

Iconic designer Jenny Kee has been crowned as the 2013 Australian Fashion Laureate recipient, recognising her contribution to the Australian fashion industry over the past 40 years.

Adventure apparel retailer Kathmandu has confirmed the return of its CEO Peter Halkett to the helm.

Department store giants Macy's and Bloomingdales are one step closer to Australia.

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has revealed online competition and consumer issues as a key focus going forward, with group buying websites, product safety and consumer guarantee rights high on the list.

Administrators for iconic design house Lisa Ho have confirmed that they have begun to disband the brand's retail network, following a failure to attract buyers for the business as a going concern.

A mining venture? An Australian fashion business has brokered an unexpected deal.

TFIA staff turns

The Council of Textile and Fashion Industries of Australia will lose another executive this week, with industry liason Paula Rogers leaving on June 20.