Amazon Fashion President, Cathy Beaudoin, Exits
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Amazon Fashion President, Cathy Beaudoin, Exits

Cathy Beaudoin has exited Amazon Fashion, having led the juggernaut’s foray into fashion after onboarding thousands of brands and overseeing the launch of Amazon’s Williamsburg studio. Cathy was instrumental in the growth of Amazon's apparel business and after 8 years, she has exited the Seattle based business. Article sourced from BOF: NEW YORK,
Created : May 08, 2017 Read More
Is Specialty Fashion Group in Takeover Talks?
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Is Specialty Fashion Group in Takeover Talks?

Specialty Fashion group are in advanced discussions with an offshore suitor, sources have confirmed. A $165 million takeover offer is evidently on the table from a Middle Eastern financial conglomerate with a South African link. Source: Australian Financial Review
Street Talk can reveal the value fashion retailer has received a $165 million
Created : February 08, 2017 Read More
Fashion Brands David Lawrence & Marcs Enter Administration
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Fashion Brands David Lawrence & Marcs Enter Administration

Another well known retailer enters voluntary administration today. David Lawrence and Marcs, which are brands under M Webster Holdings, informed staff late Wednesday that they are on the search for a Buyer. This news comes on the back of other retailers entering administration recently including Payless Shoes, Pumpkin Patch and
Created : February 02, 2017 Read More
New Concept Boutique Store for David Jones in Brisbane
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New Concept Boutique Store for David Jones in Brisbane

David Jones is set to open another concept boutique three level store, similar to their recent Barangaroo site in Sydney. Like the Barangaroo offering , the Fortitude Valley store in James Street will have a beauty & accessories offering dominating the first floor, with womenswear taking up a large share of the
Created : January 09, 2017 Read More
Australian Retailers Urged to Lift Their Game in 2017
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Australian Retailers Urged to Lift Their Game in 2017

It has been a testing year for Australian Retailers with some of our best-known brands not making it through 2016. The importance of understanding the market, listening to consumers, and getting the pricing right is more crucial now than ever before with so many competitors. An interesting read from news.com.au
Created : December 21, 2016 Read More
Forever New Signs new Partnership with The Iconic
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Forever New Signs new Partnership with The Iconic

Recruit Career Consult loves finding exceptional talent nationwide for Forever New, and we wanted to share their exciting news released today. A partnership has been signed with The Iconic that will see Forever New exposed to the Etailer's 10 million visits per month. Article sourced from Ragtrader: Forever New has signed on to
Created : September 28, 2016 Read More
New Partnership – Myer & British Department Store, John Lewis
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New Partnership – Myer & British Department Store, John Lewis

One of Britain's leading premium department store groups, John Lewis, have signed a partnership with Myer and are heading to Australia. By the end of the year, the department store within a department store concept will open up first in Warringah Mall, NSW followed by rapid expansion across a further
Created : July 18, 2016 Read More
Big W CEO Sacks Buyers in a Bold Move to Reshape the Brand
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Big W CEO Sacks Buyers in a Bold Move to Reshape the Brand

Big W CEO, Sally MacDonald slashed Buying staff and restructured their overseas sourcing last week. In a move that will significantly reduce costs, boost earnings and accelerate their shift towards becoming a 'product and design led retailer', 40 Buyers and Assistant Buyers were affected. Article source: WA Today   Big W boss Sally
Created : May 25, 2016 Read More