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M&S confirms Bickerstaffe planned retirement from Co-CEO job

M&S confirms Bickerstaffe planned retirement from Co-CEO job

​M&S has confirmed yesterday’s reports that Katie Bickerstaffe — its Co-CEO — is to exit the retailer this year with the firm’s announcement stressing the planned, amicable nature of her departure.
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Hugo Boss has record 2023, sees more growth ahead despite tough backdrop

Hugo Boss has record 2023, sees more growth ahead despite tough backdrop

​Hugo Boss’s results report on Thursday showed just how strong the German high-end fashion giant is, with 2023 being a record year for the business and further improvements predicted for FY24.
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M&S joint CEO Bickerstaffe to exit for B&Q role - report

M&S joint CEO Bickerstaffe to exit for B&Q role - report

​Many analysts were sceptical when M&S announced two years ago that joint CEOs would replace Steve Rowe when he left. They predicted it wouldn’t last and if a new report Wednesday is to be believed, it hasn’t.
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Allbirds completes Australia, Japan distribution deals

Allbirds completes Australia, Japan distribution deals

Allbirds Inc. on Tuesday announced the completion of its previously announced agreements with distributor partners in Australasia and Japan.
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Foot Locker shares plummet as planned investments weigh on profit outlook

Foot Locker shares plummet as planned investments weigh on profit outlook

Shares of Foot Locker slumped about 27% on Wednesday after the retailer projected 2024 profit below Wall Street expectations, hurt by a planned ramp-up in investments across its business to boost demand.
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Under Armour renews Anthony Joshua deal, launches AI commercial

Under Armour renews Anthony Joshua deal, launches AI commercial

On the eve of his championship fight (8 March) British boxer Anthony Joshua (AJ) has signed a new long-term renewal with Under Armour (UA) “ahead of [a] pivotal year”.
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Avellano: Noah Cyrus steals the show as the blushing latex bride

Avellano: Noah Cyrus steals the show as the blushing latex bride

On the last day of Paris Fashion Week, young French brand Avellano put a modern twist on its signature PVC looks and featured singer/songwriter Noah Cyrus as both the opening model and final bridal look.
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Puma's Google Cloud deal will feature raft of AI benefits

Puma's Google Cloud deal will feature raft of AI benefits

​Puma has revealed a new deal that will see it deploying Google Cloud's data, analytics and AI solutions “to make its online retail experience more efficient, agile, and more personalised for customers worldwide”. 
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N Brown launches new tech to boost UX, product info and data

N Brown launches new tech to boost UX, product info and data

​Fashion e-tailer N Brown has introduced new tech designed to boost the customer experience. And its new Product Information Management (PIM) system delivers “a key transformational priority”, we’re told.
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ASOS believed to be in talks with Reliance over India move

ASOS believed to be in talks with Reliance over India move

​British fashion e-tail giant ASOS is reportedly in talks with India’s Reliance Retail to take its brand to India, according to sources familiar with the negotiations.
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Burberry launches Classics offer, opens South Coast Plaza pop-up

Burberry launches Classics offer, opens South Coast Plaza pop-up

​Burberry is having a busy time at the moment. As well as recently showing its AW24 collection and opening a big new store in Paris, it has launched a core classics products offer, an arts sponsorship and a new pop-up.
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Jigsaw names Reimann to new Design Director role

Jigsaw names Reimann to new Design Director role

​Premium womenswear chain Jigsaw has announced the appointment of Julia Reimann, the firm’s current Head of Wovens, to the role of Design Director. It’s a new role for the business and she’ll begin later in 2024.
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Schuh makes senior appointments in UK

Schuh makes senior appointments in UK

​Footwear and accessories retail chain Schuh has boosted its leadership team with a new Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Digital Officer. 
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Vestiaire Collective links with Carine Roitfield as famed editor talks love of vintage

Vestiaire Collective links with Carine Roitfield as famed editor talks love of vintage

Tuesday sees Vestiaire Collective, one of the world’s largest resale platforms, linking up with some who was an influencer before that term was even coined — Carine Roitfeld.
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Liverpool One draws in more fashion brands, White Stuff opens regional flagship

Liverpool One draws in more fashion brands, White Stuff opens regional flagship

​The bright lights of Liverpool One continue to be a major draw for fashion retailers, with operator Grosvenor announcing one permanent addition and two temporary openings for digital-based brands at the city mall.
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Arc’teryx opens new 'pinnacle' store in Covent Garden

Arc’teryx opens new 'pinnacle' store in Covent Garden

Canadian technical outdoor brand Arc’teryx Equipment has chosen London’s Covent Garden to open its biggest store in Europe.
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