Premier Investments, owner of Just Group and brands such as Just Jeans, Jay Jays, Portmans, Jacqui E, Peter Alexander and Dotti, has reported a 2.4 per cent drop in net profit after tax.

It was among the biggest fashion distributors in Australia - now after rationalising its brand portfolio, the firm is preparing to tackle the world of e-tail.

The Fair Work Amendment (Textile, Clothing and Footwear Industry) Bill 2011 passed into law today with the support of the Greens and the Independents, following a controversial inquiry.

Chain retailer Sportsgirl has announced the launch of its first digital initiative in-store, as it continues to push forward on the multichannel front.

Pricing merchandise correctly may seem like a complicated exercise, but this is not the case, writes international speaker Mark Davis.

Zara parent company Inditex has praised its "warm welcome" into the Australian market - and signalled further expansion plans across the Asia Pacific.

Adventure apparel retailer Kathmandu has announced a 36.2 per cent drop in earnings before interest and tax to $12.7 million (AU$9.9 million) for the first half of the 2012 financial year.

Oroton Group has recorded a net profit rise ahead of its first show at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, also hinting at possible brand acquisitions in the near future.

Department store David Jones has reported a 19.6 per cent drop in first half profit after tax to $85 million, citing tough trading conditions as the cause.

Collette Dinnigan, Romance Was Born and Jenny Kee will sit alongside the likes of Galliano, Lanvin and Burberry as part of a special Australian showcase.

A US-based fashion etailer touted as one of America’s fastest-growing retailers has revealed plans to tighten its grip on the Australian market.

Businesses in the textile, clothing and footwear industry will again be given the opportunity to apply for a grant of $250,000 or more, as the government strives to strengthen the sector.

Department store David Jones has placed its shares under a trading halt, pending the release of an announcement to be made by the company.

Department store David Jones has added another designer exclusive to its brand stable, with the addition of Christian Hirth cashmere scarves.

Australian Fashion Week naming rights sponsor Mercedes-Benz is set to receive bang for buck as part of its latest partnership with the trade event.

RMIT University's School of Fashion and Textiles has secured $1.1 million in research grants to spearhead innovations in protective and sport performance textiles and apparel.