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Radical Superdry survival plan is unveiled, aims to avoid administration

Radical Superdry survival plan is unveiled, aims to avoid administration

​It may not come as a surprise after news was leaked on Monday, but on Tuesday morning Superdry unveiled its new proposals for a restructuring, plus plans for an equity raise and to delist from the stock exchange.
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Superdry prepares to publish restructuring plan, Sky News reports

Superdry prepares to publish restructuring plan, Sky News reports

Struggling British fashion chain Superdry is in the advanced stages of preparing a restructuring plan that is expected to launch in the coming days, the company said on Monday.
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Joules launches series of live shopping events

Joules launches series of live shopping events

​Joules has gone back to its roots by hosting the first in a series of live digital shopping events, debuting across the UK Thursday (11 April).
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Levi Strauss & Co: Lucia Marcuzzo promoted to Managing Director Europe

Levi Strauss & Co: Lucia Marcuzzo promoted to Managing Director Europe

Three years after taking the helm of Levi's Northern Europe region, the head of the world's number one denim brand was given responsibility for all European operations last month.
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Embattled Esprit announces 'potential investor' to boost Europe business

Embattled Esprit announces 'potential investor' to boost Europe business

Esprit Holdings has released some good news and has said “the company has been in discussions with interested third parties and recently received an oral indication from a potential investor” for a possible link-up.
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Levi Strauss names Gianluca Flore new chief commercial officer

Levi Strauss names Gianluca Flore new chief commercial officer

​Levi Strauss & Co. announced on Thursday the appointment of Gianluca Flore to the role of executive vice president and chief commercial officer, effective July 29. 
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The Very Group's CEO steps down, Robbie Feather moves into top job

The Very Group's CEO steps down, Robbie Feather moves into top job

​E-tail giant The Very Group has promoted its Retail Managing Director Robbie Feather to Group CEO, succeeding Lionel Desclée, “who has chosen to step down and pursue new opportunities”. 
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Fashion sales struggled in March say Barclays and BRC reports

Fashion sales struggled in March say Barclays and BRC reports

​UK consumer and retail spending stayed sluggish in March, two reports showed on Tuesday with Barclays (consumer and retail spending) and the BRC (retail only) both suggesting Britons haven’t got the urge to splurge.
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Levi Strauss tightens budget, stops footwear line, closes factory in Plock, Poland

Levi Strauss tightens budget, stops footwear line, closes factory in Plock, Poland

CEO Michelle Gass, who took charge of the global denim giant in January, presented the first quarterly results under her stewardship, and reassured the markets, outlining the ‘Project Fuel’ plan’s progress.
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Frame names Amelia Gray as new brand face

Frame names Amelia Gray as new brand face

Californian fashion brand Frame has named American model and television personality Amelia Gray as the new face of its latest campaign series. 
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New Fendi campaign is fronted by Kate Moss, Pepe Jeans launches 'wanderlust' visuals

New Fendi campaign is fronted by Kate Moss, Pepe Jeans launches 'wanderlust' visuals

​Two very different campaigns, two very different themes but both with London links. That’s the latest from Fendi and Pepe jeans.
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Levi jumps as cost cuts drive higher-than-expected profit

Levi jumps as cost cuts drive higher-than-expected profit

Levi Strauss & Co. jumped after higher-than-expected sales and profit in the first quarter helped fuel a more optimistic full-year outlook.
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BFC announces IPF keynote speakers, includes Levi's Dillinger and Brunello Cucinelli

BFC announces IPF keynote speakers, includes Levi's Dillinger and Brunello Cucinelli

Global head of design and innovation at Levi’s Paul Dillinger, and luxury fashion designer Brunello Cucinelli will be among the keynote speakers for the BFC's Institute of Positive Fashion forum in London on 18 April.
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Jean-Charles de Castelbajac launches limited edition watch with MB&F

Jean-Charles de Castelbajac launches limited edition watch with MB&F

One key test of an artist or designer is whether they have a powerful signature style, which explains the remarkable longevity of Jean-Charles de Castelbajac who on Wednesday launched a limited edition watch with MB&F.
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Myntra acquires India rights for UK fashion brand Next

Myntra acquires India rights for UK fashion brand Next

Bengaluru-based fashion retailer Myntra has acquired the India distribution rights for UK-based fashion brand Next in a deal that pushes Next towards its goal of greater global expansion. 
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Shein profits surge in build-up to IPO, now 'world's biggest fashion retailer'

Shein profits surge in build-up to IPO, now 'world's biggest fashion retailer'

Shein made more that $2 billion in profits from around $45 billion in gross merchandise value last year. The China-founded but now Singapore-based business had recorded net income of $700 million in 2022.
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