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Black Friday is now the unofficial kick off to Christmas shopping in the retail calendar. And what used to be a quiet period in late November has become a critical revenue window. Here are 3 key trends that will impact the success of the event & some actions for retailers and consumers to maximise the opportunity.

As a retailer, are you engaging in the right way with your customer? Recent research* shows that more than half of Irish shoppers say price   is their primary decision-maker. Confidence remains fragile, and the weekly shop has become a tighter equation. But there is nuance to this behaviour : customers aren’t simply looking for “cheap.”  They’re looking for value clarity . Here are 4 steps you can take as a retailer to re-define value in your proposition and ensure you resona

Here is the latest denim report from London. Find out about key fits, washes, statements and the brands to watch.

As a business mentor, the question I get asked again and again relates to product mix and ranging. And the answer I give always follows...

The London Shopping Report is in and it's time to take a look at what's coming through for womenswear and girlswear on denim and casual...

Kingpins Show celebrated a big milestone this October—its 10th anniversary in Amsterdam—where the top players in the denim world came to...

Amsterdam felt like going back in time: with nods to chemistry lessons and the periodic table (all those inky references to sulphates &...

I have worked in fashion buying for over 20 years, experiencing both fast fashion and luxury sectors. As I strive to become a more...