Category: Fashion

Retail Asia03/08/2018
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South Korean luxury eyewear brand Gentle Monster has opened an eye-catching new store in London. The 450sqm store was launched in the city’s West End, representing the initial step in a broad-ranging plan to expand the firm’s business in Europe. The new London flagship is enhanced by robotic installations and an “active volcano” described by […]

Retail Asia03/08/2018
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Fashion label Ralph Lauren sales reached US$1.4 billion for the first quarter of this fiscal year, driven by sales in Asia and Europe. Ralph Lauren sales in Asia increased 19 per cent to US$248 million on a reported basis and by 16 per cent in constant currency, driven by strength in both retail and wholesale […]

Retail Asia03/08/2018
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Bluebell officially announces the joint venture with the Japanese Eyewear retail concept OWNDAYS, expanding its activities in the lifestyle segment to attract millennials. Bluebell and Owndays are joining forces to execute an aggressive roll-out plan with privilege access to various shopping malls thanks to Bluebell’s years of experience and strong network. OWNDAYS is an international optical retail […]

Retail Asia03/08/2018
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Travel retailer Dufry has launched a Longchamp boutique at Hong Kong International Airport. It is the world’s first duty-free boutique to host a Longchamp “personalisation station” offering to stamp customer initials on their purchases. Dufry’s global head of luxury Coral Clavero said, “The HKIA store will be the first duty-free point of sale worldwide to […]

Retail Asia03/08/2018
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International luxury fashion and perfume house Givenchy has just launched in Korea. Its first Givenchy Beauty outlet opened on 31 July at the Hyundai Department Apgujeong store in the posh neighborhood in Southern Seoul. A Hyundai Department Store official said “Hyundai Department Store in Apgujeong has very trendy customers who have a big purchasing power. […]

Retail Asia03/08/2018
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Watches have moved from being antiquated accessories indicating time to a fashion accessory giving people an opportunity for personal expression. Bringing a modern twist to vintage elegance, SILA, the French jewel mini watch brands, has disrupted the watch market. The brand promotes timeless and elegant watches that are interchangeable in an instant. With two mini clasps […]

Retail Asia02/08/2018
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Japanese beauty brand Utena has launched in Singapore. The 91-year-old heritage brand, which is currently distributed throughout Greater China and Thailand, is now available at selected Watsons stores, Yue Hwa, Welcia-BHG, Tokyu Hands, Don Don Donki, Metro Singapore, and online via Shopee, Lazada, Redmart and Qoo10. Its key products are a high-level beauty serum mask […]

Retail Asia02/08/2018
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UK-based multi-brand sportswear and shoes retailer JD has opened an Ion Orchard flagship. The new 7200sqft store follows the recent opening of a JD’s store at Jurong Point, and offers an expanded range that includes favourite brands such as Nike, Adidas, Puma, Under Armour, and JD’s home brand Supply & Demand. It also retails a […]

Retail Asia02/08/2018
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Con Cung, Vietnam’s largest baby products chain, has been using false labels to mislead its customers, authorities say. The chain was unable to furnish invoices and other legal documents for the products, which it claimed were imported, Nguyen Trong Tin, the deputy head of HCMC’s Market Surveillance Agency, said Tuesday. For instance, a plastic milk […]

Retail Asia02/08/2018
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Since time immemorial women have been using various aids to enhance their beauty. Between the ancient times and the advancement of scientific techniques, we have seen the phenomenal growth of the beauty and cosmetics business. We have seen the modernisation of beauty treatments from ancient Egypt to the present day. We have also seen and […]

Retail Asia01/08/2018
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Fossil Group has signed a global licensing agreement with BMW to design, develop and distribute BMW-branded watches and smartwatches until 2023. “BMW is one of the most iconic brands in the world,” said Fossil Group chairman and CEO Kosta Kartsotis. “We look forward to bringing our watch design expertise and smartwatch capabilities to BMW enthusiasts […]

Retail Asia01/08/2018
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The JD Sports Perth store in Westfield Carousel will open on 30 August and the new store in Brisbane’s city centre will open on 20 September 2018. In April 2017, JD Sports was brought to Australia by local retail agent Hilton Seskin, whose Next Athleisure firm also brought out from the UK Topshop and Topman, […]

Retail Asia31/07/2018
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Athleisure is the new fad of the retail industry. Lululemon is one of the most iconic brand following the trend. Founded in 1998, it has flourished to empower healthy lifestyle through its innovative products and community events. The company’s values have been very well received by Asian consumers who blissfully adopted the brand. Thanks to its […]

Retail Asia31/07/2018
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Fashion giant Kering’s decision to focus the business on luxury appears to be paying off. In what chairman and CEO Francois-Henri Pinault termed “dazzling top-line and earnings performances” during the first half year, total revenue rose 33.9 per cent on a comparable basis and operating margin rose above 30 per cent for the first time […]

Retail Asia31/07/2018
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Indian fashion brand Cover Story is aiming to generate ₹100 crore (US$14.6 million) in sales in the ongoing financial year. The brand has been trading in western womenswear since 2016, targeting young Indian women with fittings matching their own ethnic body types. It is currently focused on expanding its accessories offering. Manjula Tiwari, the CEO of […]

Retail Asia31/07/2018
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Citygate Outlets is ready for the summer. With over 80 international brands offering 30% to 70% discounts, the mall has collaborated with brands to bring its customers unique Summer Pop-ups, memorable experiences with special performances and rewards for its most loyal customers. Direction New-York for this Summer’s Pop-ups. Starting with a fresh breeze of air […]


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