Four Australian fashion labels have joined forces with leading online retailer StyleTread for a 'game changer' collaboration that will see them offer a revolutionary fashion experience for customers.

Surfwear giant Billabong has completed the transaction to establish a joint venture for the Nixon brand, following an initial announcement earlier this year.

Part of the Pacific Brands stable has invested heavily in the next stage of its digital development to ensure a competitive edge in the tough trading environment.

UPDATE 23/04/2012: Myer has confirmed it will also sponsor showcases from Ellery and Aurelio Costarella.

A new online portal, offering Australian brands the opportunity to market product online in a unique format has launched, and is currently on the hunt for fashion brands.

Local design label Bec & Bridge has added a new component to its business, following "an overwhelming response" to recent collections despite the tough trading environment.

UPDATE: Readers can now download the updated Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week 2012 schedule, following the withdrawal of Dion Lee and Josh Goot, by clicking through.

BREAKING NEWS: Josh Goot has followed Dion Lee in pulling out of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia (MBFWA), despite securing a place on the official 2012 schedule.

Shopping centre giant Westfield has again pledged its support to the Young Retailer of the Year Awards and confirmed it will offer this year's winner a place on the 2012 Westfield World Retail Study Tour.

The SpencerLacy winter 2012 collection offers a range of soft, subtle silhouettes mixed with delicate knits in pastels, and earthy tones.

The Star is the latest retail destination to launch a fashion shopping event aimed at driving foot traffic back into stores.

Earlier this week, shoppers and fashion industry personnel alike flocked to the Guess store in Sydney's Westfield CBD for a sneak peak at the label's latest collections and a little more..

Billabong-owned brand Surf Dive 'n' Ski has released a multi-channel campaign to spruik the launch of its latest denim range.

J. Crew has enlisted a recent Australian design collaborator to create a capsule collection for its online division, fresh from launching a free shipping service to the country.

A team of fashion industry experts has joined forces to create a new kind of online shopping destination in support of Australian designers.

Local label Cylk has opened its first ever flagship boutique this week, as it moves to establish a domestic retail network ahead of global expansion.