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British footwear and accessories label Kurt Geiger has unveiled plans to bring its London verve across the pond in a big way. where the brand has previously been sold via its owned website and wholesale at retailers including Bloomingdales , Nordstrom and Dillards sales grew 58.7% Following the opening of its first U.S.
Photo credit: Calpak From Pop-Up to Permanent Calpak initially realized the power of retail when it started forging partnerships with Nordstrom and other wholesale partners, according to Shin. Calpak undoubtedly tapped into the learnings from its pop-up to better plan for the LA store’s opening.
Marc Fisher Footwear will take on the Hunter brand’s footwear design, wholesale and ecommerce operations. Authentic plans to tap its global network of category experts and best-in-class operating partners to accelerate the worldwide expansion of Hunter in the U.S. In the U.S.,
G-Star said it plans to expand in Australia and New Zealand by boosting wholesale growth and launching new retail stores this year. The company has signed a deal with Good Products & Co for the distribution of its products in the two markets. The brand is now stocked at David Jones, The Iconic, Glue Store and Culture Kings.
Wholesale revenue fell 12 per cent, and direct-to-consumer sales decreased by 8 per cent, driven by a planned reduction in e-commerce promotions. By product, apparel sales dropped by 12 per cent, footwear by 11 per cent, and accessories rose 2 per cent. In May, Under Armour launched a restructuring plan to increase efficiency.
Indeed, 2025s business plan includes piloting large-format stores in such locations. For 2025, the companys business plan is to end the year with about 200 stores. Its not a bad ploy and it fits well with the broader expansion strategy, but even so, this is a company with much greater ambition than selling pens to students.
based wholesale and retail business assets of the Scotch & Soda brand, which will allow its products to be sold in retail stores across the country. Currently the Amsterdam-based brand’s apparel, eyewear, fragrances and accessories are available in stores across Europe, North America, the Middle East, Africa and Australia.
Starting with a single sneaker launch in 2014, the brand has expanded into other retail categories, including outerwear, streetwear and accessories to become a lifestyle brand for all ages — from children barely old enough to pronounce the name of the business to veteran fashion consumers.
Dutch fashion retailer Scotch & Soda is accelerating its global expansion plans with a total of 15 new brick-and-mortar stores and 12 shop-in-shops opening worldwide over the next six months. IR: How are you planning to grow the brand in Asia Pacific?
What we’ve seen since this handover is a period of exponential growth across our direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels, as well as with our wholesale distribution. Then, as part of our longer-term plan, we will look to expand to other locations. The plan is to support the concepts with outlets in similar areas.
Renowned Australian footwear business Munro Footwear Group (MFG) recently acquired the popular but beleaguered New Zealand kids’ footwear brand Bobux, as part of a plan to consolidate its presence in the children’s market. The long-term plan is still being finalised,” he said. The initial focus is on stabilisation.
Although it initially gained a loyal following online (especially social media) for its strong Southern roots and vast collection of clothing, accessories, and home décor items, the brand now seems especially dedicated to wholesale expansion.
During her time at Lululemon, which spanned 13 years from 2012 to 2020, Shaughnessy led over 40 stores and oversaw the brand’s national wholesale and community presence in ANZ. LSKD was recently named ‘Business of the Year’ in the 2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards. It also took home the award for outstanding growth.
After winding up the label, she identified an opportunity to combine her passion for fashion and design with her experience in wholesale, and working with corporate and hospitality clients. Cargo Crew is now planning to formally enter the US market, with plans to establish an on-the-ground team and PR presence before moving stock.
Wholesale revenue dwindled by 8 per cent to $681 million, while direct-to-consumer was down by 12 per cent to $480 million. Meanwhile, earnings from apparel decreased by 8 per cent to $758 million, footwear sales plummeted by 15 per cent to $310 million, and accessories revenue decreased by 5 per cent to $93 million. .
New concept stores, wholesale distribution and an online shopping site are set to roll out early next year. . These include Review, Yarra Trail, Marco Polo, Black Pepper, Breakaway, Everlast, Lonsdale and Bluey, which are sold through own stores and wholesale partners, such as Kmart, Rebel and David Jones. “It
The retailer, which is known for curating the most exclusive global and local brands, will use NuORDER Assortments by Lightspeed Commerce to empower buyers to digitally preview collections, develop assortment plans and complete orders in collaboration with brand partners, replacing manual, spreadsheet-based processes.
Wholesale revenue soared 157% despite the company’s plans to exit between 2,000 and 3,000 wholesale partnerships. The company’s retail revenue rose 52% , with strong in-store sales offsetting an 18% decline in digital sales as shoppers returned to brick-and-mortar.
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While Japan has long been established as a premier hotspot for vintage luxury products, particularly designer bags and accessories in pristine condition, the country has recently experienced an unprecedented surge in demand for these meticulously maintained secondhand treasures. Bookoff is also planning to increase its footprint in the US.
DP: I’ve worked in all aspects of fashion and retail, from operations to wholesale and from merchandising to retail. Our commitment to delivering high-quality tailoring, ready-to-wear, and accessories will always reflect the distinct Paul Smith ethos, presenting them in a way that captures the brand’s unique spirit.
Kinsella noted that Skechers is always looking for new and innovative ways to showcase its diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel and accessories, and highlight how it is blending fashion with comfort. per cent increase in wholesale turnover, and a 10.8 The brand achieved record sales of over $7.4
A merger with Sigma Pharmaceuticals remains the preferred option for restructuring Chemist Warehouse but if that plan is quashed by regulators or Sigma shareholders there is a plan B. A straightforward initial public offering is a live option for Chemist Warehouse following extensive planning over six years.
In an earlier interview with Inside Retail , Gassan said that she plans to reach 20 stores globally within the next few years , with a focus on strategic growth across both the direct-to-consumer business and international wholesale.
Tim O’Rourke: Desigual has been available in Australia for more than a decade and is sold in a wide range of wholesale accounts. Growing our existing wholesale partners is the main goal and the genesis of the push for further brand presence in the market. IR: Can you touch on Desigual’s brand refresh a few years ago?
Szwede also told the AFR in 2018 that the split between online and store sales was roughly 50-50, with about 70 per cent of wholesale sales going to China. Prior to the emergence of Covid-19, the brand planned to open 40-50 stores across the country by 2021.
The new store opening is part of the Accent Group’s plan to expand the footprint of all of its 15 brands as it sees a strong return on investment in brick-and-mortar retail. Footwear retailer Accent Group has opened a Nude Lucy store at Westfield Miranda in NSW, the group’s 800th store.
Wholesale sales have been more challenging, reflecting softer demand from other retailers,” said Accent Group CEO Daniel Agostinelli. The company is set to open several of its planned stores in November and December. . “Retail sales for the first 19 weeks have continued to be broadly in line with the -1.8
The lack of information and industry contacts can make it difficult for First Nations founders to tap into wholesale and social procurement opportunities, while the lack of self-confidence is another common challenge. She is looking to grow the wholesale side of Yarli Creative going forward. Soul Sister Co.
Willmott revealed that Hard Yakka is planning to introduce a range of new products, which “stretch the thinking” on what’s traditionally considered to be workwear. She also noted that accessories – such as socks and underwear – have been a particularly strong performer for the brand in recent months.
A significant amount of time was taken to source an eclectic yet appropriate selection of leather goods, accessories, and l’objets d’art (a range of works of art consisting of ornamental objects), to best represent the Parisian apartment style and also to reflect the brand’s passion for craftsmanship.
per cent and wholesalers revenues contracting 1.4 While we are seeing early green shoots from these actions, HeyDude’s recent performance and the current operating environment are signaling it will take longer than we had initially planned for the brand to turn a corner,” Rees added. The company’s consolidated revenues increased 1.6
“Despite anticipated headwinds in the domestic wholesale market, we successfully navigated the challenges and achieved record quarterly sales in addition to a new second-quarter earnings record,” added John Vandemore, CFO of Skechers. The company says it will achieve sales between US$1.95 billion and $2.0 billion and $8.1
Not content with capturing the Australian and New Zealand market, Group CEO Felicity McGahan said that Nere – which strives to offer an affordable range of suitcases, travel bags and accessories – is adding another sticker to its passport by expanding into the United Kingdom. IR: Can you discuss Strand’s plans in the Australian market?
During the pandemic, we experienced an increase in coffee machine sales and accessories as customers sought to replicate the café experience at home,” Knox said. The change, Knox explained, has worked well in concert with the way customers have been consuming their coffee.
Excitingly we’ve seen double-digit growth across our retail, wholesale and online channels.”. Seafolly has a strong presence in the UK through our wholesale partners, so it was an easy decision to launch our UK website to further strengthen our brand presence in the market,” Santamaria said.
South California activewear label Vuori has outlined its plan to enter Australia and six other countries, its first international venture since inception. . Besides e-commerce sites, Vuori products will also be sold through wholesale partners including Selfridges, Brown Thomas, Cotswold Outdoor, Barry’s Bootcamp and Bever.
The company delivered a revenue increase of 16 per cent to $172 million during the period spanning pre-Covid year 2019 to 2022 and expects flat-to-modest revenue growth for 2023, in the face of constrained consumer spending and wholesaler buying caution.
Brothers Omar and Zane Sabré (l to r) started the accessories label in 2017. Since launching in 2017, Maison de Sabré has grown into a multi-million dollar global accessories business with dedicated e-commerce sites in Australia and New Zealand, Japan and the US, and an international site that ships to customers around the world.
Ksubi, the Australian denim streetwear brand, plans to open three standalone stores on two continents before the end of this year. Next year, the brand will mark its return home to its Australian roots, with stores planned for Sydney and Melbourne. .
According to HSBC research , more than half of Australian mid-size companies are planning to expand offshore in 2023, and enter at least one new foreign market. Our B2B operations have reliably served as a litmus test of the wider market, serving hundreds of wholesale customers.
The lingerie and sleepwear brand is also set to expand its wholesale offering. After flourishing on social media, with influencers sharing the product, the brand focused on developing its online and wholesale channels. Metcalfe said that the brand also plans to build on its activations and events over the next few years. “I
The plan for Ceres Life, according to Nolan, is to build awareness of the brand through digital and wholesale channels to drive a connection with its customers, and, once the brand has grown, to launch its own stores. And together, our team will be focused on the customer.”.
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