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Duer launches in Europe as it outlines ambitious North American expansion plans

Vancouver-based performance apparel brand Due has announced its launch in Europe as it outlines an ambitious retail expansion plan for North America. The retail expansion comes a decade after the brand was founded. Supported by a global network of 800 retail partners, a robust direct-to-consumer platform, and an expanding portfolio of branded...

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JD Sports opens first Canadian flagship store

JD Sports is venturing further into Canada with the opening of its first flagship store in the region. The British sportswear giant has selected Vancouver’s Robson Street for the launch, which continues to build on its ongoing North American growth strategy. JD already operates 33 stores across Canada, yet it has aspirations to grow this number...

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In Pictures: From Gentle Monster to Alhaja, summer’s most inventive pop-up shops

By setting up their pop-up shops around the world, brands took advantage of the summer period to meet new consumers and reconnect with their holiday clientele. A perfect opportunity to surprise by testing particularly inventive scenography. From Los Angeles to Paris, via New York and Ibiza, FashionUnited selected six pop-ups that stood out....

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Bluestar Alliance appoints new leadership at Palm Angels as expansion begins

Months after its takeover of Palm Angels, Bluestar Alliance has announced a number of leadership changes for the streetwear brand as it looks towards international growth and expanding product categories. The brand management firm, which also owns the likes of Off-White, Scotch & Soda and Hurley, has named Luca Donnini as Palm Angels’ general...

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Psycho Bunny returns to its root with new store opening in Queens, New York

Montreal-based menswear brand Psycho Bunny is returning to its roots with the opening of its newest store in Queens, New York. Located at the Queens Center Mall, the opening underscores the brand’s homecoming as it was originally founded in New York City 20 years ago. A full-circle moment for Psycho Bunny, the brand has grown into a globally...

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JD Sports opens third US flagship store on Las Vegas Strip

British sportswear retailer JD Sports has unveiled its third US flagship store on the Las Vegas Strip, cementing its presence in a region in which it has enacted a growth and connection strategy. The 29,000 square foot flagship store houses the brand’s signature retail experience, including a curated product mix from global sportswear brands....

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In Pictures: Inside Asos' first US pop-up store in New York

Asos is venturing further over the Atlantic. Over the weekend, the British e-tailer inaugurated its first-ever US pop-up store in New York City, which it will temporarily call home until June 22. Located at 120 Wooster Street, SoHo, the ‘Summer, Styled by Asos’ pop-up features an edit of the brand’s SS25 collection for women and men over two...

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Inside Mori’s 10-year growth playbook: Physical retail, pre-school expansion and US localisation

Now in its 10th year, Mori has its ambitions set on being more than just a babywear brand. Last month, the company made such a mission known by making its first acquisition: Kidly, another British label but for pre-school children. Now, Mori is also growing its retail network with the opening of a new store in Hampstead this summer, bringing its...

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Veja opens first Latin American store in São Paulo

20 years after its founding, French brand Veja has opened its first store in Latin America, located in São Paulo. Situated on Oscar Freire street, the 600 square metre unit reaffirms the brand's commitment to Brazil, where its trainers have been produced since its inception, using locally sourced materials. Designed by São Paulo architect...

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Nordstrom Rack to open a new store in Florida

Seattle-based department store chain Nordstrom, Inc. is set to open a new Nordstrom Rack store in Pompano Beach, Florida, come fall 2026. The expansion is part of the company’s broader efforts to grow its presence and market share in the region. "We look forward to being a part of the Pompano Beach community and serving our customers with an...

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JW PEI opens first pop-up store in NYC & debuts ready-to-wear line

Los Angeles-based fashion brand JW PEI has opened its first-ever pop-up store in New York City. Located at 42 Crosby Street in Soho, the pop-up opens on June 6 and marks the brand’s retail debut in New York City as well as the official launch of its first-ever ready-to-wear collection. Exterior of JW PEI debut pop-up in NYC Credits: JW PEI...

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Madhappy opens debut flagship store in New York City

Los Angeles-based apparel brand Madhappy is set to open its debut flagship store in New York City this weekend, marking its first permanent retail location in the city. Located in the heart of Nolita, the 1,800-square-foot brick-and-mortar store is the brand’s second store to open in the United States following the opening of its first store in...