The spring/summer 25 edition of Copenhagen trade show CIFF, which ran on 7-9 August, was jam packed with new brands. From tailored pieces to waterproof outdoorwear, Drapers highlights the best on offer to add to your roster.
Ongoing riots impact high street footfall
UK high street footfall has been dampened by the ongoing riots over the past week, dropping by an average of 4.8% week on week from 4 to 7 August.
Poundland to axe head office jobs
Poundland, which is owned by Pepco Group, is making plans to restructure its head office in Walsall as it looks to make savings across the business.
Revenue down at Under Armour amid restructuring plan
US sportswear brand Under Armour posted an operating loss of $300m (£235m) for the quarter to 30 June 2024, as North American and direct-to-consumer sales dropped.
CIFF SS25: buyers and new brands arrive in ‘melting pot of fashion’
International buyers journeyed to sunny Copenhagen for the spring/summer 2025 edition of trade show CIFF, which runs on 7-9 August. Drapers reports from the show.
Data: the week in numbers
Everything you need to know from this week’s fashion retail news, in numbers.
N Brown, Asos and Schuh discuss future-proofing on the Drapers Talks podcast
Senior leaders from N Brown, Asos, Schuh and EXL highlight the key pieces of tech fashion retailers should be harnessing to future-proof their business in the next Drapers Talks episode.
John Lewis plans to shake up buying and merchandising teams
John Lewis plans to reshape its buying and merchandising teams as it embarks on its transformation programme under the leadership of boss Peter Ruis.
Footfall tumbles in July following election uncertainty
Total UK footfall dropped by 3.3% in July year on year and down from -2.3% in June, as the UK election sparked feelings of uncertainty for consumers.
North American sales fuel revenue growth for Amazon
Revenue at ecommerce giant Amazon increased 10% to $148.0bn (£116.2bn) year on year in the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.