Articles by Don-Alvin Adegeest
Black Friday: Fashion and clothing retailers expected to see the largest uplift in sales
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Fashion retailers are set to capture a significant digital market share this Black Friday, with new research revealing a projected 123 percent surge in web traffic, outpacing all other retail sectors. A comprehensive analysis by digital PR agency Tank highlights the competitive digital landscape, where search visibility could determine...
University of the Arts London appoints fashion and creative leaders as ambassadors
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University of the Arts London (UAL) has announced the appointment of ten new high-profile ambassadors from the fashion and creative industries. The lineup includes renowned names such as accessories designer Anya Hindmarch and artist Es Devlin, who will leverage their expertise and networks to support UAL's mission of nurturing the next...
Burberry's future proof strategy should avoid a Moncler takeover, analysts say
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As Burberry looks to reclaim its authority in outerwear and all-weather accessories, the British heritage brand must contend with another half year of dire results, which saw retail sales down as much as 20 percent. The future proof strategy under CEO Joshua Shulman is to amplify the brand's strengths, like its trench coats, outerwear, and of...
US retailers brace for tough Holiday Season as consumers tighten belts
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As the holiday shopping season approaches, retail and consumer product companies are facing a challenging environment, according to a new report from S&P Global Ratings. With consumers expected to rein in discretionary spending, retailers will need to sharpen their focus on value and promotions to drive traffic and sales. S&P forecasts holiday...
Boss launches ski range as luxury brands eye growing winter sports market
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The luxury ski apparel market is witnessing renewed attention as Boss becomes the latest premium brand to expand its winter sports offering, signalling growing confidence in the category's commercial potential. The German luxury house has unveiled a comprehensive ski capsule collection, marking a strategic push into a segment that industry...
Retailers brace for boom in Black Friday spending
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With just weeks to go until the start of the crucial Christmas shopping period, retailers are preparing for a Black Friday bonanza as consumers look to get ahead on their seasonal purchases. New data from industry analysts GlobalData and Vouchercodes.co.uk forecasts that UK shoppers will spend 9.14bn pounds over the four-day Black Friday weekend...
Online shopping fraud in the UK is a 2.3bn pounds crisis
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As the UK grapples with an unprecedented surge in fraudulent activity, new research from The Co-operative Bank has unveiled a concerning pattern in consumer vulnerability, with online shopping fraud emerging as the nation's most prevalent scam. The findings come as total losses to fraud reached 2.3 billion pouynds in 2023 — a startling 104 per...
The high street's digital-physical fusion: How Gen Z is reshaping retail
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As Britain's high streets navigate an era of profound transformation, new research suggests younger consumers are far from abandoning physical retail — they are instead driving its evolution toward experience-led commerce. To understand this shifting landscape, FashionUnited spoke with Dan Edelman, Vice President and General Manager of UK...
Trump's proposed tariffs could change American retail
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Stories of retailers bulk buying and allocating greater resources to acquire immediate stock, are just some of the conversations the fashion industry is having in the wake of Donald Trump’s re-election as president and expectations of increased tariffs. With Mr Trump having previously warned he may levy a 60 percent tariff on imported goods from...
Navigating the new fashion landscape in 2025
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The global fashion industry is bracing for a pivotal year in 2025, as structural changes in consumer behavior and macroeconomic headwinds force a fundamental rethink of traditional growth strategies. According to the latest BoF - McKinsey State of Fashion 2025 report, the industry faces a sobering reality: just 20 percent of executives expect...