New research has revealed Australian consumers' preference for local over global brands when choosing new products is higher than any other region in the world.

A US-based accessories business has revealed details of a tailored strategy rolling out in Australia, which is proven to boost sales significantly.

Earlier this week, Sportsgirl joined forces with the L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) to celebrate the finalists for the 2013 Sportsgirl National Graduate Showcase.

Womenswear brand Noni B has conceded it expects its net profit to fall by almost a third for the first half of 2013.

Saveus' autumn/winter 2013 collection is dubbed Carnaby Street, inspired by London during the swinging 60s.

Womenswear retailer Specialty Fashion Group (SFG) has forecast first half profits to nearly triple on the back of cost savings and improved sales.

Coles has released a new campaign for the next instalment of its Mix Apparel range, featuring top models Elyse Taylor, Ashley Hart, NicoleTrunfio and Sophie Van Den Akker.

A raft of power players, including David Briskin, Yeojin Bae and Marc Worth of Stylus Media Group (UK), have been confirmed to participate as part of the L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) Business Event Series.

Nicola Finetti, Alannah Hill, Akira Isogawa, and Bettina Liano are locked in for a landmark event in Sydney.

A multinational giant has this week launched a dedicated e-tail portal for the Australian market.

A stellar judging panel spanning IMG Fashion, Vogue Australia and My-wardrobe.com, will soon select one of Australia's most inspiring emerging designers as part of a national event.

Ragtrader.com.au can confirm German-backed etailer theiconic.com.au has received another hefty load of investment, set to fuel the next stage of aggressive growth.

A global event designed to spruik emerging designers has announced its finalists for 2013, with students from two Australian institutes selected.

Men's department store Harrolds has boosted its business as it looks to expand further throughout the year.

Local trade fair Fashion Exposed has revealed its 2013 business seminars agenda, with executives from WGSN, Le Black Book and Westfield all lined up to attend.

New Zealand-based retailer Hallenstein Glasson Holdings has boosted its business potential with a high profile hire from local powerhouse The Just Group.