Exclusive boutique trade event Premiere is poised to launch as a separate co-located event with the upcoming Fashion Exposed in Sydney.


Infantwear a gift to buyers

14 December 2010

Adding a dose of fun and magic to the childrenswear offering at Fashion Exposed, infant clothing brand Just Hatched will be showcasing its gift-friendly offer at the fair with a view to wooing new customers.


Country Road has appointed a new leader in the form of Howard Goldberg, the head of high profile youth retailer General Pants. Goldberg, who will take up his new position next March has been welcomed by the company as having "exceptional retail experience and a sound understanding of the Australian marketplace."


The fuss-free label for men

14 December 2010

No frills, high style men's brand Connor will be bringing its unique ethos that "fashion is important, but so are quality, price and the in-store experience" to the menswear offering at Fashion Exposed in March.


After a year of tough trade, retailers aren't expecting any miracles this Christmas, peak retail industry body the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) has confirmed.


Just Group has reported sales growth for FY 2010 despite tough trading conditions and a lagging performance by the Portmans retail brand.


Resortwear's next big thing

1 December 2010

New Zealand based glam resortwear label Mena has its sights set on clinching new markets and will be promoting its unique offer to that end at Fashion Exposed Sydney.


E-tail debate gathers punch

1 December 2010

The debate over introducing taxes for online sales from overseas has gathered momentum following new evidence that international retailers are targeting the Australian dollar.


Colourful label to hit fair

1 December 2010

Fashion label Natalie Chapman is set to bring a splash of colour to the womenswear offering at Fashion Exposed from 6-8 March 2011.


Online giant Google has revealed plans to launch a fashion website offering celebrity influenced trends, designer information, blogs and ‘shop the look for less' tips.