The future of Australian Fashion Week (AFW) is under question with another senior executive departing the ranks of event organiser IMG Fashion Asia Pacific.

A resolution is in sight for classic fashion brand Baubridge & Kay, which entered into receivership on September 12.

In a bid to help promote local fashion designers a new online concept has been launched by The Old Scholar.

A Sydney-based designer has launched her debut swimwear collection online - Aliano.

Adventure apparel and outdoor equipment retailer Kathmandu has confirmed its next new store location, as the brand pushes ahead with its retail expansion plan.

The Shopping Centre Council of Australia has hit out at the 'hysterical claims' suggesting that new paid parking measures will affect trade.

Australian discount department store the Big W has announced a drop in sales - but apparel lines are flourishing.

Australian designer Rachel Gilbert will today open her first flagship boutique at Sydney shopping precinct The Intersection, in Paddington.

Australian retailer Jeanswest has found a way to combine up and coming digital advances with the traditional in-store environment.

The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) Retail Institute has teamed with Small Business Victoria to run a series of free workshops for retailers in the lead-up to Christmas.

Enterprising mothers who are keen to join the world of retailing can now sign up to a new children's clothing scheme.

Surfwear retailer Billabong has reported a 24.7 per cent increase in revenue for the first quarter and announced it is on track for significant sales growth going forward.

Independent consumer watchdog Choice has included an Australian shapewear brand in its 2011 "Shonky Awards" list, claiming the label misled the market with bogus product advertising.

Consumers can now make direct contact with the makers of their clothes thanks to a new campaign.

Local men's fashion website Kaeho is challenging competition via a fresh business approach which puts the customer first.

The Textile Clothing and Footwear Union of Australia (TCFUA) has hit out at a leading industry body which heavily criticised new outworkers legislation.