There’s a standout retail opening for the Gateshead Metrocentre this week with a vastly-expanded Zara store debuting on Thursday (28 September).

With the Golden Quarter almost upon us, retailers are busy not only introducing new collections, but also adding third-party brands to beef up their offer.

Maria Grazia Chiuri’s latest collection for the house of Dior was also her latest meditation on the relationship between feminism, fashion and female rebellion.

​Retail signings at railway stations went understandably quiet during the pandemic but recent periods have seen more activity with commuters and other travellers making more trips.

​The Crown Estate — landlord of Regent Street and the local area — continues to be one of the most prominent UK landlords with its key neighbourhoods in high demand. And this week it announced five major openings.

​Oliver Bonas has filed its accounts for 2022 with sales at the business staying “resilient” even in the face of the cost-of-living crisis that has had a big impact in the UK fashion sector.

Fashion e-tail giant ASOS reported a sales fall for its latest period on Tuesday, but insisted that it's making progress on its turnaround.

Shoe Carnival announced on Monday the appointment of Patrick Edwards to the role of senior vice president, chief financial officer, secretary and treasurer, effective immediately. 

Hang it all, I know you are not meant to like Pierre Cardin anymore, but the brand’s revival show under the late designer’s nephew does have its moments.

B. Riley Financial, Inc. announced on Monday a significant expansion of its ownership in Bebe Stores, Inc. with an agreement to purchase 3.7 million shares of common stock. 

Shanghai Fashion Week unveiled on Monday its programming for the Spring/Summer 2024 season. 

The important Back-to-School (BtS) 2023 trading period has delivered a welcome boost to UK online retailers, with revenues, conversions and web traffic all rising strongly compared to 2022, new figures reveal.

M&S has seen major success with its sports-focused good move line and it continues to expand its successful third-party brands association too.

​In a further sign of London’s international appeal, Paul&Shark opened its new flagship store at 233 Regent Street on Monday.

Following the launch of its first store in London last spring, Jeanne Damas’ brand opened three stores in New York, Paris, and Bordeaux this summer. Additionally, the company has restructured its marketing department. 

​American premium denim and fashion brand Paige has opened its first international retail store with a debut on key London shopping street, the Kings Road in Chelsea.