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Australian retail chain Jay Jays has joined forces with global brand management company BAM to launch a new line of apparel featuring HB3 Technology.

Victorian designers have dominated the list of finalists in the latest instalment of Fashion Exposed's emerging designer competition, Debut.

The Cotton On Group will wade into the world of e-commerce tomorrow (June 29) when its multi-brand online store goes live.

The Federal Court in Perth has fined an online ugg-boot trader for misleading conduct over bogus "Australian Made" claims.

Mercedes-Benz has jumped back on board as Australian Fashion Week naming rights sponsor, five years after it relinquished the role.

Premier Investments has bolstered its retail arm with the appointment of four new executives to the senior management team at The Just Group.

Over 60 brands including Nobody, Vanguard and Chronicles of Never have committed to take part in new industry trade fair The Wearer's Right.

Up-and-coming brands Rebecca Manning, Suboo and We Are Handsome will make a move on the north American market next month when they take part in the 29th Miami SwimShow.

Sleepwear designer Peter Alexander has teamed with musician Paul Mac, actress Miranda Otto and American Express to launch a public mentoring program for community, fashion and music.

Retailers keen to crack the secrets of e-tailing will have the opportunity, with the Online Retailer Conference and E-commerce Expo set to hit Sydney in September.

UPDATED: Mimco and Myer are among the Australian businesses that have been shortlisted alongside Prada, Miu Miu and more in WGSN's 2011 Global Fashion Awards.

Australian swimwear label Seafolly has opened its first international flagship store in Singapore as part of a wider expansion strategy for the brand.

Luxury designer brand Scanlan & Theodore is reeling from another strike by the Textile, Clothing and Footwear Union of Australia (TCFUA) with a protest staged outside its Melbourne flagship store yesterday.

Saint Augustine Academy and An Ode to No One are among the five labels dreaming up cocktail dress designs with hopes of securing a national retail opportunity.

FBI Fashion College is set to expand its premises in Glebe next month, as it gears up for a growth phase.