Kontoor Brands acquires Helly Hansen to grow business
The deal is expected to boost growth, diversify categories, channels and regions, and strengthen its position in the outdoor and workwear markets.
Foot Locker Q1 sales fall by 4.6% as net loss widens
Comparable sales fell by 2.6%, with North America down 0.5% and international sales down 8.5%, mainly due to a weaker performance in Europe.
Alo Yoga signs first UK site outside London in Manchester
Steve Gray said: “Manchester’s strong demographics and cultural energy make it a natural choice for growing brands.”
Highsnobiety appoints general manager for UK and France
He will take up the role on 15th June and work from London.
Burberry to cut 1,700 jobs
The company said the cuts will mainly affect head office staff, with a significant number of roles to go in the UK.
Afflecks reaches full capacity as 14 new traders join Manchester shopping centre
There are now 70 businesses operating in the building.
Sam Fischer to retire from Burberry board in July
Fischer, who joined the board in November 2019, will step down to focus on his business interests in Australia.
Jo Jenkins to step down as CEO at White Stuff
The company said Jenkins will leave to pursue new opportunities after seven years in the role.
Frasers plans members-only relaunch for Matches
The Times reported that Frasers has drawn up proposals to make Matches the “Soho House of retail”.
End. appoints Sebastian Suhl as CEO
Suhl joined the board at End. in September 2024 and was most recently chief executive officer at Mosaiq Group.
Fabrique launches collective designer fashion brand in the UK
Fabrique’s move into the UK is part of its global expansion aiming to bring accessible high fashion to more markets.
Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger join Cotswolds Designer Outlet
Other recent signings include BOSS, Marks & Spencer, Adidas, Levi’s, GUESS, Radley, Sweaty Betty and Under Armour.