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By Reuters Published June 18, 2025 The European Commission on Wednesday said it had accepted commitments made by Alibaba‘s AliExpress to address concerns over the dissemination of potentially illegal and pornographic materials through its platform. AliExpress takes action on illegal online content after EU pressure. – Reuters A major global e-commerce player in the fashion, […]

Maison Schiaparelli opened its Harrods boutique in early 2023 and now it’s launching what it says is a “significant new chapter in the brand’s presence” in the UK as it doubles its footprint in the luxury department store. Photo: Ludovic Balay It’s moved to a new location on the store’s key first floor dedicated to

Major global brand development and licensing platform Authentic Brands Group has announced the appointment of Tim Derner as global head, marketplaces. Tim Derner The new York-based executive steps into he role with immediate effect and joins Authentic after more than a decade of leadership experience at Amazon. He was most recently director of Amazon Fashion

Luxury brand Swaine is to unveil a dedicated retail space in Harrods on 27 June, marking what it says is “a significant milestone in its continued retail expansion”.  Swaine It’s taking space in the Menswear Designer Collections room as it continues to boost its presence in the world’s most prestigious department stores.  In London, Swaine

Two key European luxury labels have launched new campaigns with Valentino Garavani and Roger Vivier launching new creative marketing drives in the accessories and footwear sectors. Following the recent launch of the Nellcôte bag campaign, Maison Valentino now continues its storytelling journey with the unveiling of the second chapter: the Valentino Garavani Vain bag campaign.  Conceived

UK retail property giant Landsec said this week that it’s “reached the next major milestone in its transformation of Gunwharf Quays after breaking ground at Marlborough Square”. Gunwharf Quays Its latest round of improvements is designed to boost the visitor experience and reinforce the Portsmouth outlet destination’s appeal among affluent shoppers and international visitors.  The

John Lewis has announced the appointment of a new chief customer officer with experienced fashion retail exec Anna Braithwaite set to take up the role on 1 October.  Anna Braithwaite – John Lewis She’ll report to Peter Ruis, MD of John Lewis, and we’re told she “brings a deep expertise in customer and brand strategy”. 

After two elections, a cancelled ballot, and an interim government leadership in 2024, the Bangladesh Federation of Apparel Manufacturers and Exporters has finally chosen a new president. Mahmud Hasan Khan, head of the manufacturer Rising Group, takes the helm at a tense time for the industry. Mahmud Hasan Khan – BGMEA This election marks the

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published June 17, 2025 Hiring qualified sales staff has become increasingly difficult across the retail industry since the Covid‑19 crisis—and luxury brands are no exception. A joint study by Comité Colbert and consultancy MAD found that 60% of French luxury houses struggle to attract new talent to boutique and frontline

By Reuters Published June 17, 2025 Amazon.com’s annual Prime Day sales event is scheduled for July 8 through July 11, expanding to four days from two days compared to last year, the company announced on Tuesday. Reuters “We’re extending it to four days because our members have told us they just need more time to