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Mallorcan footwear brand Carmina expands internationally with new European and Asian stores

Mallorcan footwear brand Carmina Shoemaker, founded in 1866, continues its international expansion with the opening of three new boutiques in Luxembourg, London and Tokyo during the final quarter of 2025. The first opening will take place on September 30 in Luxembourg, on the central Avenue Porte-Neuve. Two weeks later, on October 15, the...

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Claire’s reportedly set to close up to 145 stores across UK

Accessories retailer Claire’s is believed to be preparing to shutter 145 stores across the UK and Ireland on the back of securing a new owner for its business in the two regions. The move comes after Modella Capital stepped up to rescue the retailer from administration last week. The deal, however, only involved the purchase of 156 Claire’s...

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US-Africa AGOA agreement on the line: What is the future for African textiles?

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been a cornerstone of trade relations between the US and sub-Saharan Africa since its adoption in 2000. This agreement offers preferential access to the US market for nearly 7,000 products, including textiles and apparel, provided that beneficiary countries meet strict political and economic...

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Uniqlo plots US retail expansion, with 11 new openings in the pipeline for 2026

Japanese apparel retailer Uniqlo is strengthening its retail presence across the United States, as it announces 11 new openings across the nation for spring/summer 2026. The fashion giant announced that it is “prioritizing purposeful growth in key markets” in the country, with flagship stores set to open in Chicago and San Francisco, and four...

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Sweden's Stylein expands into the UK and Germany

Stylein is continuing its European expansion. Following its UK launch with luxury retailers such as Selfridges, Harrods and Liberty, the brand is now entering Germany, it announced on Monday. The initial launch will be in stores belonging to the Berlin-based luxury department store operator, KaDeWe Group, including KaDeWe in Berlin, Alsterhaus...

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Queens Center shift focus to Gen Z with new store openings

Queens Center, a shopping mall located in Elmhurst, New York, has announced the opening of four new retailers as it bolsters its retail offerings to attract younger shoppers and expand its lifestyle mix. Pacsun, A|X Armani Exchange, True Religion, and Dossier have all opened retail locations in the mall as Queens Center continues to evolve and...

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Finisterre links with Selfridges to reach a wider audience

Cornish cold-water surf brand Finisterre has opened a dedicated menswear pop-up within Selfridges London, which will run until Christmas, as it looks to bring its sustainable approach to fashion and accessories to a wider retail audience. The Finisterre pop-up will run from October 6 to December 21 and is located on the first floor of the luxury...

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Gymshark to open first permanent US store this month

British gym and fitness apparel brand Gymshark is set to open its first permanent store in the US at Roosevelt Field shopping centre in Long Island, New York, this month, ahead of its highly anticipated flagship opening in New York City later this year. The 4,000 square foot Roosevelt Field store will open on October 11 and will serve as the “...

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Sheep Inc. to open first-ever flagship store

British carbon-negative label Sheep Inc., known for its natural fibre luxury fashion, is set to open its first-ever “flagsheep” store, off Carnaby Street on Newburgh Street, Soho in London, in November. In a statement, Sheep Inc. said the flagship will be “more than just a shop,” but rather a “multi-sensory playground of softness,” as it looks...

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NFL and Fanatics open pop-up store in London

The National Football League (NFL) and Fanatics, the league's official retail partner, have opened a pop-up store on Carnaby Street in London, celebrating the NFL’s international games taking place in the city this month. The pop-up opens ahead of this weekend’s first NFL International Game at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, which sees the...

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Japanese convenience store chain Family Mart opens first clothing store in Tokyo

Japanese supermarket chain Family Mart, which also offers clothing, operates over 15,000 stores nationwide. On September 1, 2025, it opened its first store dedicated exclusively to its ‘Convenience Wear’ segment, spanning 62 square metres. The line was developed in 2016 with designer Hiromichi Ochiai, who also founded the Japanese brand...

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Conscious luxury: Stella McCartney launches in India with Reliance Brands

Reliance Brands Limited (RBL) has announced a strategic partnership with acclaimed British designer Stella McCartney to introduce and expand her namesake fashion house across India. This collaboration is set to bring McCartney’s signature blend of sustainable luxury, modern femininity, and progressive, cruelty-free values to Indian consumers....