I was fortunate enough to sit next to Michael Ward, the Managing Director of Harrods over a Walpole dinner a couple of weeks ago. Whilst enjoying the delightful company, one of the many topics we discussed included the resounding success of Harrods’ recent pop up venture in collaboration with NSPCC. Not only was it in aid of a great cause but their customers and network loved the concept, with the store’s landlord also gaining plaudits for supporting the initiative.
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The power of the pop up – how to make your next temporary venture a success
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British designer Paul Surridge continues relaunch of Cavalli menswear at Pitti
Pitti Uomo welcomed the continued relaunch of Roberto Cavalli’s menswear and the company really needs this to fly. Now under the creative direction of Paul Surridge, the British designer formerly at Jil Sander and Z Zegna, Cavalli, as a brand, has gone through something of a rocky patch.
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Simply Be debuts new line of sustainable jeans
Simply Be is joining the war on plastic by using recycled plastic bottles to create a new line of sustainable denim.
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Victoria Beckham appoints former DVF CEO Paolo Riva
Victoria Beckham has appointed former Diane von Furstenberg CEO Paolo Riva to the position of CEO of her luxury fashion brand.
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Debenhams issues profit warning as trading falls “below plan”
Department store Debenhams has revised down its profit expectations for the current financial year as trading in May and early June was below plan, and the retailer says it doesn’t expect the challenging conditions on the high street to get any better soon.
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Menswear: Picks of Pitti
The 94th edition of Pitti Uomo saw the usual array of peacocks trying to out-style each other, with the panama hat being the most spotted accessory of choice. Tom Bottomley went along with his own buying hat on, to seek out some brands with a point of difference who are aiming to establish a foothold in the UK market. Continue Reading
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Google invests $550m in China’s JD.com as part of strategic partnership
Google has invested $550m in cash in China’s largest etailer JD.com as part of a strategic partnership that will see the two businesses collaborate on the joint development of retail solutions in a range of regions around the world, including Southeast Asia, the US and Europe.
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Life & Sole of Shoes and Charlotte Mills collaborate on Silver Hearts shoe
Life & Sole of Shoes, the online platform for women seeking shoes up to a size 10, has produced a new signature shoe with footwear designer Charlotte Mills.
Bad Rhino, the menswear arm of fast-growing plus-size retailer Yours Clothing, will open its first two standalone stores this month.
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ASOS bans sale of products containing silk, feathers, cashmere and more
Online fashion giant ASOS has extended its animal welfare policy to ban the sale of products containing a number of animal-based products from its site.