News

Limited edition apparel will be available at Australia's first specialty Converse store which opens today.

Australian fashion interns will have the opportunity to work for the likes of Tom Ford, Christian Dior, Prada, Giorgio Armani and Balenciaga under a new mentoring program.

Leading European high street brand H&M says Australia in an 'interesting' market and gives Ragtrader an update on its outlook.

Flower has opened its 30th retail store today in the Burnside Village Shopping Centre in Adelaide.

The Australian retailer and wholesaler behind Cashmere Angel has adapted her brand and launched a new 'niche' apparel business.

What is the latest twist in the Belinda International administration saga? How much did Baubridge & Kay owe creditors at the time of its collapse? Why is Patagonia taking on Kathmandu?

New Zealand jewellers Michael Hill has revealed plans to open more than 60 new stores.

Adventure apparel and outdoor equipment retailer Kathmandu has again reported an uplift in sales, this time for the first quarter of fiscal 2012.

Iconic Australian brand Bonds will launch an outdoor activation today to promote the launch of its largest ever Christmas campaign and first e-store.

Event of the week

Australian designer Rachel Gilbert celebrated the launch of her first flagship boutique on Wednesday, at Sydney shopping precinct The Intersection, in Paddington.

A new clothing collaboration between US DJ duo Posso and Volcom will be dropping into stores across Australia over the next few weeks.

An Australian-based pearling business has suffered an 'extraordinary' oyster stock loss – which will impact on the current year's earnings.

Vogue’s Online Shopping Night (VOSN) will return this month following the success of its debut event in June.

Australian unisex fashion chain Satch Clothing has reached out to its customer database in a bid to rebuild the business post-administration.

MBFWA 2012 launches

Ragtrader can exclusively reveal the official dates for Mercedes Benz Fashion Week Australia (MBFWA) 2012.

Kmart consolidates

Discount department store Kmart has consolidated its general merchandise distribution under one roof, removing the cost burden of three distribution centres across Victoria.