Articles by Rachel Douglass
Rachel has been with FashionUnited since mid-2021. Descending from the UK, she moved to the Netherlands in 2014 to attend Amsterdam Fashion Institute, where she studied a BA in International Fashion and Branding with a specialisation in Journalism.
At FashionUnited, Rachel covers daily news, from store openings to acquisitions, alongside which she focuses on research-based stories, interviews and on-the-ground event reporting. Her topics of interest include digital fashion, independent retail and current trends.
AllSaints confirms job cuts as part of operational changes
British retailer AllSaints has confirmed that it has made a “small number of redundancies” as it looks to position itself for future opportunities. In a statement, AllSaints said: “We have made a number of changes to our operations and structures in order to ensure that AllSaints is positioned as strongly as possible for the many future growth...
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Mamas & Papas initiates leadership reshuffle ahead of growth plan
Nursery brand Mamas & Papas has carried out a leadership reshuffle as it prepares to launch a new strategy aimed at international expansion. As part of the changes, which will result in an expanded board and leadership team, the Huddersfield-based company’s chief executive officer, Nathan Williams, will be stepping down to “pursue non-executive...
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Saks cuts 90 jobs amid latest cost-cutting efforts
Luxury department store Saks is reported to have slashed 90 jobs among its workforce, building on wider cost-cutting efforts already underway at the retailer. According to WWD, which cited an internal memo received via an anonymous source, individuals within Saks’ commercial organisation were largely among those impacted, including the...
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Topshop reveals Liberty as UK wholesale partner
Since Topshop management confirmed plans to roll-out the newly revived brand through wholesale, onlookers have continued to speculate who exactly its UK partner will be. Now, just days after Topshop made its official relaunch in a runway show on Trafalgar Square, the mystery seems to have been solved. On its Instagram page, Topshop continued its...
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Everbloom partners with leading mills, raises 8 million dollars to bring protein-waste to luxury supply chains
After seven years of quiet development, textile start-up Everbloom has stepped into the spotlight with the launch of its proprietary protein-based fibres, positioning itself as a direct alternative to cashmere and wool. With 8 million dollars in total funding under its belt, propelling it from concept to commercialisation, the New York-based...
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Adore Me founder exits as Victoria’s Secret appoints new leadership
Morgan Hermand-Waiche, the founder of Adore Me, has exited the company, with a new executive said to have been appointed by the lingerie brand’s parent, Victoria’s Secret. Christine Vellani is believed to have stepped into the role of president of Adore Me, as revealed on her LinkedIn page, and initially reported on by Bloomberg. To the media...
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Amazon under fire for price-parity policies
Marketplace giant Amazon has come under fire in the UK for allegedly making consumers pay more than they should have due to its price-parity policies. The Association of Consumer Support Organisations (ASCO) has said it has applied for a collective proceedings that would allow it to bring legal action against Amazon on behalf of over 45 million...
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JoJo Maman Bébé launches resale programme amid expansion into older kidswear
Childrenwear retailer JoJo Maman Bébé has launched a new takeback scheme in partnership with thelittleloop, through which customers can return used clothing in exchange for credits. The scheme, dubbed ‘JoJo Reloved’, has now launched in the UK, and allows customers to either trade-in goods via the JoJo website or with a clear-out bag that can be...
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Inside Denver’s retail reinvention: How Northfield’s overhaul reflects a sector in flux
In Colorado, as Denver’s retail vacancy rate tumbles to decade lows – sitting at just 4.3 percent in Q2 2025 – leasing momentum is heating up across neighbourhood centres, despite rent growth remaining modest and development stalling. Data collated by real estate firm Matthews showed leasing activity is being dominated by quick-service...
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Backing British and exclusive entries: John Lewis adds 100 fashion brands to range
John Lewis is doubling down on fashion. The British department store has confirmed it is expanding its clothing range through the addition of over 100 brands this year, a strategy that has been further enhanced by a collaboration with the British Fashion Council (BFC). At the crux is the intention to create a “carefully curated range that offers...
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