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Shein to open first store in France amid public backlash
The online fast-fashion retailer is set to open its first physical store at the BHV Marais department store in Paris in November, with further openings planned in other cities. However, this decision has prompted a public backlash
DSW unveils new look to strengthen market position
To refresh its image and re-engage customers, the footwear retailer owned by Designer Brands has launched a new brand platform called ‘Let Us Surprise You’ and is refining its product mix
Gerry Weber closes all its stores, sells trademark rights
The German fashion retailer is closing all its stores in Germany and Europe while selling its trademark rights to Spanish retailer Victrix. This follows its third insolvency in a few years
Leder & Schuh reports moderate growth in 2024
The Austrian footwear retailer reported a moderate year-on-year sales growth of 1.1% in 2024. This was driven by store expansion, a new private label launch, and product range optimisation
Pampili to boost expansion with a focus on innovation
The Brazilian children’s footwear manufacturer is accelerating its expansion in 2025 with an investment of 10 million Brazilian reais (approximately 1.77 million USD) in technology and innovation development
Shoe Carnival outlines growth strategy for Shoe Station banner
As it reported its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results, the US-based footwear retailer has unveiled a strategy to “rapidly scale up Shoe Station” into a national footwear retailer
Decathlon to open 20 stores in Argentina
The France-based sporting goods retailer plans to open 20 stores in Argentina by 2026. The move marks Decathlon’s return to Argentina after more than two decades of absence
Skechers opens first performance flagship location
Located in Canada’s West Edmonton Mall, the store offers an immersive experience with half courts and the company’s extensive performance range of footwear technologies worn by athletes worldwide
Görtz declares new insolvency
The long-troubled German footwear retailer has filed for insolvency once again, after its previous insolvency proceedings ended in July 2023
Macy’s to close 66 stores as part of turnaround strategy
The US department store chain has confirmed the closure of 66 stores as part of its Bold New Chapter strategy, which aims to return the company to sustainable, profitable sales growth
New Look to accelerate store closures ahead of tax changes
The British fashion retailer is reportedly accelerating its store closure campaign ahead of tax rises in the UK’s next budget. It’s feared more retailers will follow in its footsteps
US holiday retail sales up by 3.8% as consumers prioritised value
US retail sales rose by 3.8% year-over-year from November to Christmas, according to Mastercard Spending Pulse, as consumers prioritised getting the best deal and digital-first shopping
Mango reaches US expansion goals ahead of schedule
The Spanish fashion group has reached its goal of having 40 of its stores in the US by the end of 2024 ahead of schedule and even plans to surpass it with 42 stores open by the end of the year-
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