Emma Finamore

Drapers reveals the stand-out brands from the spring/summer 27 edition of womenswear, footwear and accessories trade show Harrogate Fashion Week.

Dr Martens has appointed Alia Gogi as an independent non-executive director, with effect from 1 September 2026.

Capri Holdings, which owns brands Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo, reported falling revenues in the first quarter of its 2027 financial year, ended 27 June 2026.

We examine the growing potential of regenerative practices to support fashion retailers to become more sustainable – and the ongoing hurdles to using them.

British fashion retailer Boden is targeting Canada as its next international market as it ramps up its expansion strategy, Drapers can reveal.

Boden is on an impressive turnaround under the stewardship of CEO Ben Dreyer. Drapers takes a trip to the British brand’s brightly coloured headquarters to find out how he is doing it.

The Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rose to 2.9% in July up from 2.6% in June, the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) statistics show.

Ikea is to take on preloved retailers such as Ebay and Vinted with a new marketplace platform for its second-hand furniture and homeware, according to reports.

Uniqlo will open a store in Cambridge’s New Grand Arcade on 24 September, bringing its UK shop count to 25, and it plans to open in London’s Canary Wharf and Leeds in 2027.

Marks & Spencer has launched on Zalando’s logistics and fulfilment business, ZEOS (Zalando Ecommerce Operating System), to fulfil its entire online, direct-to-consumer business in continental Europe.