On the back of a winning pitch, Brandnation has been appointed to deliver an integrated consumer PR and digital PR programme for online retailer MandM.

Puma is launching a commercial version of its experimental Re:Suede sneaker after a two-year project that showed it was able to successfully turn the shoe into compost under tailor-made industrial conditions.

​Vivienne Westwood’s personal wardrobe is going up for auction in London, including ballgowns, tweed suits and more.

Former Gucci Chief Executive Officer Marco Bizzarri has been appointed to the board of directors of Golden Goose

Italy's Golden Goose said on Tuesday its net revenues rose 12% at constant exchange rates in the first quarter while maintaining "strong margins".

THG’s Q1 saw sales growth accelerating from 1.1% at the end of last year to 4.5% this time. And it said it saw a “standout performance” in THG Beauty, with an 11.1% rise at constant currency, compared to just 2.6% in Q4.

Primark's owner announced its interim results on Tuesday with the 24 weeks to the beginning of March showing that the chain is continuing to prosper and its baby steps into digital are paying off.

​The JD Sports Fashion acquisition spree is showing no signs of slowing down with the company on Tuesday announcing the proposed acquisition of Hibbett Inc, the American stock exchange-listed retail peer.

​Middle Eastern and Chinese investors are reportedly eyeing a Selfridges stake as Thailand-based Central Group continues to seek an owner-partner to replace failed co-owner Signa.

​Dr Martens is heavily focused on its recovery, but that turnaround may not happen under its current ownership structure with a report saying it’s being eyed for a takeover by a number of major non-UK firms.

​TikTok Shop has just launched a Preowned Luxury category in the UK and US, which it said will “enable the community to browse and purchase authentic luxury fashion without ever having to leave TikTok”.

​Crisis-hit American retailer Express Inc said on Monday that it has received a non-binding letter of intent for the potential sale of a substantial majority of the company’s retail stores and operations”.

Few brands are as attached to the concept of craft as Tod’s whose creative collaboration, The Art of Craftmanship – A Project by Venetian Masters, opened with panache on Friday night.

A strategic business “reset” has helped UK-based American Golf improve its fiscal scorecard.

Klarna’s exploration of AI has produced what it’s calling its Untrend Report. Produced using AI, it highlights the products that defy trends and it also focuses on AI as a way to help consumers shop more sustainably.

Leading North East retail destination Metrocentre is to add one major retailer and welcome another’s upgrade. Footwear retailer Clarks and lingerie brand Victoria’s Secret are joining the centre’s Green Mall location.