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Smiley partners with Space Runners for digital-to-physical NFT launch
Smiley has linked up with fashion tech platform Space Runners to launch a collection of NFTs tied to physical products. It’s Smiley’s first move into NFTs and merges tech with real merchandise.
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REI Co-op opens second Re/Supply store in the U.S.
U.S. outdoor retailer REI Co-op will open a second Re/Supply store dedicated to used gear and apparel in Clackamas, Oregon in late August 2023.
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Shein launches first EvoluShein collaboration with global pop star Anitta
Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein has teamed up with global pop star Anitta to launch its first product collaboration as part of its EvoluShein by Design initiative.
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Reebok inks smart eyewear partnership with Innovative Eyewear
Innovative Eyewear announced on Tuesday a new agreement with Authentic Brands Group for the licensing of smart eyewear for sportswear brand, Reebok.
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Louis Virginian: Pharrell debuts at Vuitton with Minecraft mode
Pharrell Williams took over the center of Paris Tuesday evening for his debut runway show for Louis Vuitton, staged open air on Pont Neuf painted gold damier for one night.
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VF Corp has chosen Bracken Darrell as its new CEO
The American giant that owns Timberland, The North Face and Vans has announced this surprising appointment and reorganised its management board. Bracken Darrell has been CEO of electronics company Logitech since 2012.
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AI predicts digital future for UK high street - report
We’re hearing a lot about artificial intelligence at the moment and the stories seem to veer from the end of the world as we know it to a boon for humankind. And the latest is definitely on the gloomy side.
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Harrods opens luxe new lingerie and loungewear department
Harrods is spending heavily on refurbishing its womenswear spaces, focusing on boosting the luxury experience and discovery process. The first phase has seen it unveiling a new area for lingerie, lounge and sleepwear.
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H&M workers in Spain protest, call strikes to demand higher pay
Dozens of H&M shop workers on Tuesday protested outside one of the Swedish fast fashion giant's stores in central Madrid to demand higher pay and lighter workloads, forcing the store to close for a few hours.
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More big share buys for Frasers Group - this time it's Boohoo and Currys
Will Frasers Group ever stop buying business or snapping up stakes in other companies? At the moment it seems unlikely and its latest buys this week are stakes in Boohoo Group and electricals retailer Currys.
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Pharrell Williams and Sarah Andelman collaborate on "Just Phriends" project
During Paris Fashion Week, the creative director of Louis Vuitton and the founder of Colette have joined forces for a collaborative space called "Just Phriends", which combines elements of an auction and a concept store.
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Kurt Geiger funding deal to boost Euope, US expansion
Kurt Geiger is to continue its international expansion after securing a new funding deal that has seen it refinancing its debt. The footwear retailer currently operates 70 standalone stores and 100+ concessions.
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Sports lifestyle brand '47 opens London pop-up for MLB's UK return
Friday will see the opening in a pop-up in London’s Soho for ’47, the privately-owned premium sports lifestyle brand. It will debut on the corner of Air Street, showcasing its apparel and headwear offer.
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Loop Generation opens Mini Loop pre-owned kidswear store
High-profile pre-owned designer fashion retailer Loop Generation has extended its reach to the kidswear sector with the opening of its second store.
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JD.com sales during China shopping festival beat expectations
Sales on JD.com's (JD) e-commerce site during China's mid-year shopping festival grew more than expected, according to brokerages' estimates based on data they have received.
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Next surprise trading update reveals warm weather sales boom
Unscheduled trading updates are usually cause for alarm. But Monday saw one from Next and given that this is one of the most successful retailers in the UK, it's unsurprising that it contained good news, not bad.
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