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UK retail's resilience: How disruption led to a stronger market

For much of the past five years, discussion around UK retail has centred on rising costs, inflation and cautious consumer spending. Yet while a challenging picture has been painted for those looking in, many retailers have been quietly adapting. Rather than emerging weaker, the market has become increasingly focused on differentiation, with...

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Prada Group closes H1 with a 16 percent increase in net revenue

Prada spa reported net revenue of 3.048 billion euros (3.50 billion dollars) in the first half ending June 30, an increase of 16 percent year-over-year (plus 5 percent on an organic basis). The company closed the second quarter with 7 percent growth. According to a statement from Prada spa, retail sales amounted to 2.633 billion euros. This is...

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Watch parties, glitch and layering: AW27/28 according to trend forecaster Jan Agelink

With the title Age of Agency, trend forecaster Jan Agelink immediately clarified what autumn/winter 2027/28 is all about: autonomy. According to the expert, freedom of choice, self-determination and the ability to maintain control over one's own life are under increasing pressure from the growing influence of technology. Simultaneously, Agelink...

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Between headwinds and new beginnings: what Düsseldorf Fashion Days reveals about the state of the industry

During Düsseldorf Fashion Days, the Ferris wheel was turning at the Rheinkirmes funfair. A more fitting image for these order days could hardly be found. One moment you are soaring upwards, the next you are heading down. Those who embrace the ride might even enjoy it. However, those who try to control every movement will quickly feel queasy. A...

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