Bubble London scores record

During the fourth edition of Bubble London, the kids trade show attracted 15% more visitors in comparison to its January 09 event. Over two days on 22-23 July, Bubble London showcased 150 collections (up 21% from previous season), from fifteen countries, cementing the event’s  >>

Oxfam DIY fashion design

Charity company Oxfam is introducing a new competition inviting the public to create their own customised garment from old clothing or recycled materials and have it judged by renowned British stylist Mrs Jones. For Oxfam DIY's new online fashion resource, entrants are invited to use >>

Jackson as much a fashion as music icon

Amidst the stories surrounding Michael Jackson even after his death, it cannot be disputed that the iconic singer made a major contribution to fashion. As was reported in WWD, it takes a certain kind of star to turn a single sequined glove into a cultural symbol. >>

High street retail figures to set tone

The extent of the recovery in Britain's retail arena is likely to become apparent this week when a raft of high street names including Asos and Marks & Spencer deliver numbers to the market. Marks & Spencer's embattled executive chairman, Sir Stuart Rose, is expected to unveil disappointing >>

Clements Ribeiro at LFW presentation schedule

Besides the catwalk schedule, this London Fashion Week will see the debut of the presentation schedule. Clements Ribeiro return to London to showcase their collection in the Portico Rooms at Fashion Week’s new home Somerset House. The presentation schedule  >>

Recycle Now urges clothing re-use

Billions of pounds worth of wearable clothes and other textiles could be saved from landfill each year if we all reused more and wasted less, according to Oxfam and the Recycle Now campaign, launching this year’s Recycle Week, which runs from 22-28 June. >>

June retails sales marginal

Retail sales fell in June for the second month in a row after a bumper April, according to the Confederation of Business Industry's (CBI) distributive trades survey released on Wednesday. The balance of retailers reporting a rise in year-on-year sales volumes remained at  >>

Topshop owner inks deal with X Factor creator

Topshop owner Sir Philip Green is planning to use celebrities created by Simon Cowell's reality television empire to promote his fashion lines. According tot The Times, Green stated he was "in discussions with the people he works with." Sources have stated the new vehicle would  >>

Jonathan Saunders back in town

This London Fashion Week will be international acclaimed fashion talent all over, including Jonathan Saunders, who will also be back in town to present his SS10 collection. The announcement by the British Fashion Council (BFC) coincides with the BFC’s 25-year celebrations. >>

DazedDigital.com to launch Blog Awards

DazedDigital.com, the website brought to you by Dazed & Confused, is celebrating independent individuals and groups trailblazing the most innovative ideas online by announcing this year’s DazedDigital Raw Blog Awards in association with G-Star Raw. >>

Harvey Nichols owner sees profits slide 75%

Harvey Nichols owner, the Hong Kong-listed retailer Dickson Concepts said profit for the "challenging" fiscal year to March plunged 75.6%, hit by a loss in the value of recent investment in retail stores and higher taxes, although sales continued to rise despite the global downturn. >>

Nathan Jenden by Slink

Central Saint Martins graduate Nathan Jenden joined forces with Slink Jewellery and is exclusive at Kabiri. The two launched a collection of jewellery for SS09, featuring original earrings and hairpieces. The collaboration between Nathan Jenden and Slink Jewellery reveals a range >>

Online retailing slowed in May

The growth rate of online retailing fell to its lowest level on record in May, according to the latest figures from the IMRG Capgemini e-Retail Sales Index. The index shows online sales growth of 8.2 per cent, compared to 30.9 per cent in May 2008. The slower growth is attributed to recessionary >>

Aubade restructuring measurements

Due to sales drop at Aubade, the lingerie company is taking restructuring measurements. Aubade, a subsidiary of Calida Holding AG has submitted to its social partners a corresponding project for discussion. This includes further flexibility in the business model and simplification  >>

Sony and Billabong to ride the waves

Global entertainment and action sports will come together with the collaboration of Sony and Billabong. The two companies announced a strategic partnership in Australia to connect the market of both brands. The two companies will collaborate on a number of initiatives that  >>

Matalan fashion fest

High street retailer Matalan is celebrating the festival season with new stock hitting its stores.  >>

'A La Mode' catwalk presentation

The independent fashion showcase event 'A La Mode' will return to London this September.  >>

Tunes On Fashion

This summer, Denmark will host one oft the country’s most extravagant fashion shows  >>

Louis Mariette innovative product design

Milliner Louis Mariette is name ad the Most Innovative Product Design at the first annual  >>

Esprit new distribution tactics

In order to meet the company’s new branding standards, Esprit is introduced a selective partnership  >>

Peckham Rye relocates

London scarf and tie brand Peckham Rye recently opened the doors of its first store this week.  >>

Paul Smith SS10 catwalk review

Paul Smith's latest menswear collection played out against a backdrop of a summery blue  >>

Armani and muse part ways

Fashion house Armani and Lady Helen Taylor have ended a long-running relationship  >>

M&S exec role under scrutiny

Marks and Spencer will this week see an improvement in quarterly sales overshadowed by  >>

Accessories for men

After showcasing its accessory collection at Pitti Uomo in Florence, fine accessory label Penrose >>

Accessory sample sale

Designer accessories will be up for grabs at the London Accessory Sale & Secret Sample Sale.  >>

Intimates supplier sees shares suspended

Intimas, a designer and supplier of ladies’ intimate apparel and  >>

Hugo Boss management change

German designer label Hugo Boss announced Mr. Auhagen has been appointed as a member >>

Ronen Chen to London

Cult Israeli fashion designer Ronen Chen debuts in London introducing the UK to his  >>

Old Bag Store wins Barclays award

Enterprising family business The Old Bag Store in the South West has won award for best  >>

Tonino Lamborghini Hospitality in the Netherlands

Tonino Lamborghini Hospitality: a new Caffè Corsa in the Designer Outlet >>

A new summer, a new story......

Do centuries old traditional craftsmanship skills and the latest modern collection of ladies >>

McQueen opts for film over catwalk

Rebel designer Alexander McQueen stayed away from the catwalks  >>

Highlights Bread & Butter Berlin

As tradition prescribes, the G-Star Fashion Show will be performed several times  >>

Pitti Uomo number drop

There was a slight visitor numbers drop of 8% at Pitti Uomo 76 held at the Fortezza da Basso exhibition  >>

Simply Yours launches lingerie event

Lingerie label Simply Yours is launching The Above Average  >>