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Diptyque has unveiled an exclusive summer pop-up at London’s major rail hub St Pancras International. The opening gives the beauty brand a perfect setting “to celebrate” the launch of its limited-edition Summer Collection.  Inspired “by the charm of a Mediterranean orchard”, the ‘Summer Fruit Garden’ invites travellers (the pop-up’s situated directly in front of the […]

Trouva’s revolving door of ownership has turned again. The online marketplace has now been acquired by Inspiration Commerce Group (ICG), its fifth new owner since 2022. Trouva Marking a “brand new chapter” for the platform and an end to a turbulent start to the year, ICG plans to revive the brand with a renewed focus

It’s back! M&S has begun to take online fashion orders again after being forced to halt purchases through its website in April following a damaging (and costly) cyberattack. M&S.com The retail giant said shoppers were now able to buy a selection of fashion items, including clothing and footwear, for home delivery in England, Scotland and

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published June 10, 2025 Kering Eyewear continues to expand its operations to strengthen its supply chain. The eyewear division of French luxury group Kering has made its third acquisition in less than three months, purchasing Lombardy-based optical lens manufacturer Lenti from Italian group Safilo. The companies did not disclose the

​Frasers Group has confirmed it’s interested in acquiring up-for-sale Revolution Beauty although few details are available so far. Mike Ashley – Bloomberg The acquisitive group said that it “confirms its participation in the Formal Sale Process announced on 21 May 2025. It is currently contemplated that any offer for the issued and to be issued

Translated by Nazia BIBI KEENOO Published June 10, 2025 Woolrich has closed its transaction with Chinese fashion group Baoxiniao, marking a new chapter for the brand’s global expansion, and has appointed Lorenzo Flamini as CEO. Lorenzo Flamini – DR Signed in late 2024, the agreement with the Chinese player officially closed in February 2025. The

​Frasers Group has confirmed it’s interested in acquiring up-for-sale Revolution Beauty although few details are available so far. Mike Ashley – Bloomberg The acquisitive group said that it “confirms its participation in the Formal Sale Process announced on 21 May 2025. It is currently contemplated that any offer for the issued and to be issued

Sweden’s J.Lindeberg is moving into women’s ready-to-wear. The Swedish brand that’s been known until now for its sports-linked men’s and womenswear but its men’s-only fashion lines, will launch its first women’s fashion collection in January next year. J.Lindeberg The 30-year-old label said it’s “a key step in the brand’s continued evolution into a lifestyle brand”. 

The Cadogan estate that controls large swathes of London’s Chelsea has reported its 2024 results with a strong year for the business. H&M It saw a double-digit increase in total income, “underpinned by robust commercial demand, healthy footfall (+4%) and consumer spend (+3%) across the estate, outperforming central London”. It also made a “significant investment”

Delivery giant DHL has released its latest E-Commerce Trends Report and said that “AI and social media are reshaping online shopping”. DHL It said that delivery remains the top “conversion killer” with 81% of shoppers abandoning their carts when preferred delivery options are missing. But there are other issues too with a third of shoppers