Jigsaw: Switzerland, Brexit and Scandinavian body shapes
Jigsaw is nervous about the prospects for retail if the UK votes to leave the EU this year and thinks Switzerland as a launchpad for European expansion is one solution.
Sainsbury’s wins Argos: Is there a sting in the tail?
So Sainsbury’s is the winner in the race to buy Argos, although whether it will end up a winner is open to question.
New-in handbag fun: The anti-boredom backlash
I’ve always been against ‘novelty’ bags, finding them faintly ridiculous. But walking up Regent Street a few days ago, I changed my mind. I spotted the Kate Spade fairground carousel bag in a store window. Then later that day, reviewing Topshop’s Art School Cool pieces with some great floral bags, it struck me how boring the handbag…
Khaki kool: Military meets utility, girly-style
The stores may be filling up with off-shoulder blouses, spring-like dresses, vests, shorts and other warm weather pieces, but I’m still shivering despite my full armour of puffer coat and furry hat. So, with temperatures edging up just a bit, at this time of year I’m looking for transitional product, not full-on sunshine looks. And the…
H&M Conscious Collection 2016: Fashion, glam & bridal too
H&M has pulled out all the stops for its latest offer under the Conscious banner with the new Conscious Exclusive Collection looking more ‘fashion’ than the average ‘eco’ line-up. It’s more about glam dresses than basic T-shirts or planet-friendly fatigues. And in that respect, it takes a big step forward – it means eco has…
Prestige beauty: Millennials mean BIG change
2015 marked a turning point for the US beauty industry, driven largely by shifts taking place within skincare and the heightened importance of Millennials, according to data from researcher NPD Group.
Nike unveils raft of innovations and new personalisation app
Nike was in an innovative frame of mind yesterday as it unveiled a raft of tech-based sports shoes that it said represented “new breakthroughs in performance… the all-access pass to your potential.” Hmmm. I must admit, I wish the announcements these companies make would be less hyperbole-laden. I always go into default sceptic mode when…
Consumer spending: Americans prepare for Easter (shopping) parade
Americans are getting ready to show us all why this is the world’s standout consumer spending market with an Easter spending binge.The National Retail Federation said yesterday that US consumers anticipate spending more than ever around Easter this year.
Key looks: Topshop’s spring fling
The spring deliveries are coming thick and fast with floral print and lace taking a starring role at Topshop. It sounds quite pretty, but it’s not. Well, it is actually, but that’s not its main raison d’être.
Karlie Kloss fronts Mango’s New Metallics trend
Mango has announced its third micro-season trend in line with its new strategy of launching a trend-based campaign every month. And the star ‘face’ of this one? Step forward Karlie Kloss.
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