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Cartier Launches ASPIRE Retail Management Program for Leadership Careers

Cartier launches new ASPIRE Retail Management Program is a two-year bespoke program for talented international individuals who want to join a global community passionate about starting a career in retail.

Sephora 2022 Accelerate Brand Incubator Program

Today, Sephora announced the participants for its 2022 Accelerate brand incubator program, with a new group of 10 BIPOC brand founders to provide retail resources.

Burberry Supports displaced Afghan refugees in new partnership

As part of Burberry’s commitment to helping displaced Afghan refugees, Burberry is supporting Breaking Barriers, an organisation assisting them with finding employment in the UK.

Selfridges set to be sold to Thai conglomerate for up to £4bn

Selfridges, the iconic British luxury department store, has been sold to a joint venture between Thailand’s Central Group and Austrian real estate group Signa Holding.

The World’s Largest Valentino Beauty Store launches In China

Valentino Beauty, a luxury cosmetics brand licensed by L’Oréal Group, has made a grand entrance into the Chinese market with the launch of its first and the world’s largest store in Shanghai at XinTiandi on December 10, 2021.

Burberry Opens New Flagship Store In Shanghai

The iconic British luxury brand, Burberry has recently opened a new flagship store in Shanghai, China, located at Plaza 66.

Centric Brands and WHP Global Partner to Acquire Joe’s Jeans

Centric Brands and WHP Global have recently announced their partnership to acquire the popular denim brand, Joe’s Jeans.

SOS Raises $3.4 Million in Funding to Expand Smart Vending and Digital Marketing Platform

SOS, a female-founded creator and operator of interactive vending machines delivering premium products and digital content in public spaces, including Fenway Park, FLA Live Arena, Prudential Center, and Boston Children’s Hospital, has raised $3.4 million in funding.

e.l.f. Beauty Reduces More Than One Million Pounds of Packaging Materials

e.l.f. Beauty is proud to announce it has eliminated more than one million pounds of packaging materials through its Project Unicorn initiative.

REVOLVE Launches Brand Ambassador Program

In 2021, REVOLVE, a next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers, launched its innovative Brand Ambassador Program.

LTK formerly rewardStyle Raises at a $2 Billion Valuation

LTK, formerly known as rewardStyle and LIKEtoKNOW.it, is a pioneer in the creator economy and the largest global influencer marketing platform.

River Island launches at The Bay in Canada

A renowned British fashion brand, River Island, expanded its presence in North America by launching online in the US and Canada.

The RealReal reported a 56% increase in revenue

The RealReal, the world’s largest online marketplace for authenticated luxury resale goods, has demonstrated remarkable resilience and growth despite the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Olaplex Launches Into Ulta Beauty Stores

OLAPLEX, a renowned hair care brand, has expanded its distribution by launching retail products at Ulta Beauty stores and online.

Gymshark is opening its first flagship store

Gymshark, a renowned British fitness apparel and accessories brand, has taken a significant step forward by opening its first-ever flagship store.

Zara Founder’s Daughter Becomes Chairwoman of Inditex

Marta Ortega Pérez, the youngest daughter of Zara’s billionaire founder Amancio Ortega, has taken over as chairwoman of Inditex, the world’s largest fashion retailer and parent company of high street brands such as Zara, Bershka, and Massimo Dutti.

Toys"R"Us Opens Two-Story Flagship Store at American Dream

Toys”R”Us has made a triumphant return with the opening of a two-story flagship store at the American Dream mall in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Fabletics taps actress Vanessa Hudgens As New Face

Fabletics, a popular activewear brand, has recently debuted its first-ever lifestyle collection called Velour, with actress and singer Vanessa Hudgens as the face of the marketing campaign.

EBay acquires Sneaker Con's shoe authentication business

eBay Inc., a global commerce leader that connects millions of buyers and sellers around the world, and Sneaker Con Digital have entered into a definitive agreement under which eBay has acquired Sneaker Con’s authentication business, a leading sneaker authenticator with operations in the U.S.,

The Bay Debuts Immersive Pop-Up Shop Experience at Stackt Market for the Holiday Season

‘Tis the season to delight in holiday experiences, and today The Bay announces The Bay at Stackt Market—an innovative pop-up shopping destination within Canada’s largest shipping container market.