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.

Four Australian fashion icons, including Alex Perry and Leona Edmiston, have joined forces for a colourful cause.

A swimwear brand with a difference will launch over spring/summer 2013, created under the helm of an experienced garment technician.

Global e-commerce company PayPal has launched a revolutionary mobile payment device which will alter the way small businesses operate in Australia.

Fashion brands have reported mixed success at Australian spring/summer trade fair shows this year. Experienced agent Phoebe Garland, co-founder of Garland & Garland Fashions, offers her tips for standing out.

One of Myer's key non-executive directors has announced his plans to exit the company next month.

Australian label The Fable Collective has partnered up for round two this winter with Castaner, the famed espadrille house from Spain. The duo have developed 14 styles which deliver 'modern simplicity with maximum impact'.

The industry gathered earlier this week to celebrate the opening of the 2012 Premiere boutique trade show in Sydney.

Women's activewear label Lorna Jane has launched a fresh Facebook application to support the brand's latest campaign.

There is no justification for additional regulation of retail gift cards, according to a leading shopping centre body.

Major department store Myer has reported a 19.8 per cent drop in first-half profit to $87.3 million, following sliding sales.

The eagerly anticipated opening of an innovate fashion hub aimed at creative entrepreneurs is just weeks away.

Department store Myer has teamed up with 15 fashion bloggers for its latest campaign.