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Quiksilver Women’s Apparel Makes Quick Pivot to Wholesale

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Following the bankruptcy of Quiksilver store operator Liberated Brands earlier this month, Quiksilver owner Authentic Brands Group has moved swiftly to ensure that Quiksilver-branded apparel is still available to consumers. and Canada.

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JCPenney Launches Plus-Size Apparel Line with Supermodel Ashley Graham

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Even though fashion retail as a whole has had a mixed record when it comes to providing stylish clothing in extended and adaptive styles, in September 2024 JCPenney partnered with disabled writer and athlete Jamey Perry on a line of fashionable, functional apparel for women using wheelchairs.

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J.Jill Names Veteran Apparel Executive to CEO Spot

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Coyne will bring more than three decades of executive experience in apparel retailing, including stints at Ralph Lauren and her most recent job as CEO of J.McLaughlin. J.Jill has chosen Mary Ellen Coyne as its new CEO, replacing retiring CEO Claire Spofford , who will step down on April 30, 2025. ”

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Myer signs deal to acquire Premier Investments’ Apparel Brands

Inside Retail

Myer has signed an agreement to acquire Premier Investments’ Apparel Brands business in Australia and New Zealand, in exchange for shares. “The combination of Myer and Apparel Brands is transformational for our business,” said Wirth. million new, fully paid ordinary shares.

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Primark Expands Adaptive Apparel Lines to Menswear, Womenswear and Underwear

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Following the debut of a line of adaptive womens underwear in 2024, Primark has expanded its offerings of clothing for disabled people into womenswear, menswear, underwear and nightwear.

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Christina Stephens launches apparel collection for wheelchair users

Inside Retail

Adaptive fashion brand Christina Stephens has launched the Un/hinged collection, featuring apparel for wheelchair users and people with dexterity, mobility and sensory challenges. The post Christina Stephens launches apparel collection for wheelchair users appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Myer seeks to merge with Premier Investments’ Apparel Brands

Inside Retail

Department store group Myer has proposed to combine its business with Premier Investments’ Apparel Brands, comprising Just Jeans, Jay Jays, Portmans, Jacqui E and Dotti. ” Apparel Brands has 717 stores across Australia and New Zealand, and generated revenues of $845 million in the last fiscal year. “The

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