News

End of an era

Iconic retailer R.M.Williams has confirmed plans to sell the 81-year-old business.

Dion Lee returns

Australian fashion's golden child Dion Lee will return to the domestic trade event schedule - but with his own showcase during Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia.

Fresh research has zoned in on exactly what Australian and New Zealand shoppers want from online retailers.

A local accessories brand reveals how it landed a place on 2013 BRW Fast Starters list.

Fashion connects

A trio of fashion labels, including iconic beach brand Seafolly, Alannah Hill and Camilla and Marc have signed on for a fresh joint initiative.

Kathmandu up again

Adventure apparel retailer Kathmandu continues to buck the trend as sales soar for the first half of fiscal 2013.

A multi-million dollar retail development has officially opened doors to the public today.

Surf retailer Rip Curl has appointed a new head, following a change of strategy for the brand.

Swedish fashion retailer H&M has confirmed it will soon land on Australian shores.

Billabong-backed retailer Surf Dive 'n' Ski has clinched a new coup.

Fashion empire OrotonGroup has flagged international expansion as a key priority going forward, following lacklustre results for the 2013 half year.

Online fashion giant The Iconic has launched a campaign to snatch more market share from traditional retailers.

Event of the week

The L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) kicked off earlier this week, with a stylish soiree at Government House.

Premier Investments, parent company of Just Group and brands, has flagged possible store closures on the horizon, despite a significant profit rise for the first half of 2013.

The Australian Financial Review Magazine has secured another string of high-profile speakers for the luxury Bespoke fashion event in May.

The L'Oreal Melbourne Fashion Festival (LMFF) has crowned menswear label From Britten as the winner of its 2013 National Designer Award.