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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Much-loved clothing brand to open new stores in 2026 – full list

Uniqlo has announced the opening of new stores including its first location in South West England and a refurbished store in Covent Garden, London.

Mar 17 • 11:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

M&S launches 'beautiful' mini tote bag and shoppers can get it for less than a fiver

Marks & Spencer has introduced a new mini tote bag that shoppers can purchase for under £5 thanks to a cashback promotion.

Mar 16 • 14:43 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Guess says it will shut all mainland China stores amid retail rethink

US fashion brand Guess announces it will close all its stores in mainland China by the end of March, citing strategic issues and weak localization as key factors.

Mar 16 • 03:12 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Step into the clothing store where time has stood still for 50 years

A clothing store in Örträsk, frozen in time since 1976, has remained untouched, preserving the original style and layout as it was when it closed.

Mar 14 • 11:34 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

What is Mo, the "Portuguese Primark" that is setting up in Intermarché?

Intermarché is testing the installation of low-cost clothing corners from the Portuguese brand Mo in several hypermarkets to offer cheaper fashion options as part of its strategy.

Mar 13 • 14:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shoppers compare 'stunning' Roman jacket to luxury designer piece

A new jacket from Roman is gaining attention for its quality and affordability, with comparisons to luxury designer pieces among shoppers.

Mar 13 • 06:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

7 Finnish brands join forces - A new store opens in Kamppi

Seven Finnish fashion brands have come together to launch a new seasonal store in Kamppi shopping center in Helsinki, set to open on March 16, 2026.

Mar 12 • 11:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Billionaire Zara founder Amancio Ortega to receive €3.23bn dividend

Amancio Ortega, the billionaire founder of Zara, is set to receive a record €3.23bn dividend from Inditex, the world's largest fashion retailer.

Mar 11 • 18:38 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Once again record profits for Zara's parent company

Zara's parent company reports another record profit, reflecting strong sales and strategic growth.

Mar 11 • 08:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Dunelm's 'chic' £20 jewellery gift 'so similar' to £40 Oliver Bonas version

Dunelm offers a stylish £20 jewellery stand that resembles a more expensive option from Oliver Bonas, making it an appealing choice for Mother's Day gifts.

Mar 10 • 14:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Women Share Where to Find the Best Plus-Sized Jeans

A report highlighting popular sources for well-fitting, high-quality plus-sized jeans based on social media responses in Finland.

Mar 8 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman finds £2.50 Guess bag in charity shop and is floored by its actual value

A UK shopper discovers a designer Guess bag priced at just £2.50 in a charity shop, realizing its true retail value is significantly higher.

Mar 3 • 13:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Primark's 'fun and functional' £12 travel bag has 'plenty of room'

Primark has launched a stylish £12 travel bag that is spacious and available in eight different colors, making it ideal for weekend trips.

Mar 3 • 10:03 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Retail: The Ebersberger Fashion House Schug is closing

The Ebersberger Fashion House Schug, a local institution, will close at the end of the summer season following decades of service.

Mar 2 • 12:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major high street fashion store makes drastic move as it plunges into administration

The iconic British fashion retailer Quiz has gone into administration, leading to significant job losses and drastic sales strategies to clear existing stock.

Feb 28 • 12:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Hiding in plain sight: everyone from Meghan to the Beckhams wants a funnel neck

The popularity of funnel-neck jackets has surged, with sales increasing by 1,000% year-on-year at John Lewis, highlighting their appeal among shoppers.

Feb 27 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Matalan store closures announced as more shops shut with 50% off sale

Matalan announces the closure of two stores in Colne and Carlisle, effective March 7, along with a massive 50% sale on all products.

Feb 27 • 11:55 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Behind the Scenes at Sellpy: Here Are the Clothes You Send In

The article explores Sellpy's rise as a billion-dollar second-hand retailer, while customers express growing frustration over prices and missing designer items.

Feb 27 • 08:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Stacey Solomon’s under-£30 leopard print jumper is finally back in stock after selling out in minutes

Stacey Solomon's popular leopard print jumper is back in stock on Amazon after an initial sell-out within minutes of its release.

Feb 26 • 11:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Kate Middleton is one of my customers – one gesture she makes speaks volumes'

Donna Ida, founder of a denim brand, highlights Kate Middleton's approach to retail as she appreciates Royal Family's practice of paying for their purchases.

Feb 26 • 10:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Flattering' £14 M&S spring T-shirt shoppers are buying in several colours

Marks and Spencer's Cotton Rich Premium T-Shirt is receiving attention for its quality and affordability, with a promotion allowing it to be purchased for £14.

Feb 26 • 10:01 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In Angers, the arrival of Shein in the city center does not attract crowds

The opening of a Shein corner in Angers draws only a modest crowd despite prior controversies surrounding the brand.

Feb 25 • 16:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Shopping Platform Shein: Online Success, Real-World Flop

Shein's first physical store in Paris is struggling with low customer turnout despite announcing plans to open five more locations in France.

Feb 25 • 14:33 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Shein stores open in five more French cities

Shein has expanded its retail presence in France by opening stores in five additional cities.

Feb 25 • 13:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Finnish clothing company goes bankrupt

Finnish women's clothing company Voglia has been declared bankrupt by the Kanta-Häme District Court.

Feb 25 • 10:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Fashion Link Milan, the fashion system conquers buyers

The first edition of Fashion Link Milano showcased the collaboration between diverse fashion events, attracting a significant number of international buyers.

Feb 25 • 10:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish clothing company Voglia declared bankrupt

Finnish clothing company Voglia has been declared bankrupt by the Kanta-Häme District Court due to insolvency.

Feb 25 • 10:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Shein is opening physical stores in five more French cities

The French retail chain BHV plans to open physical Shein stores in five additional cities in France starting tomorrow.

Feb 24 • 10:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Four months after its controversial opening in Paris, Shein arrives at five provincial BHV this Wednesday

Shein, the fast-fashion giant, is set to open stores in five provincial BHV locations in France after a contentious debut in Paris.

Feb 24 • 07:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

From Jewelry to Leather: 'Fashion Link'. Seven Fairs in Four Days

The Fashion Link event at Fiera Milano brings together seven fairs showcasing international lifestyle and fashion retail brands, emphasizing collaboration and high-quality accessories.

Feb 21 • 07:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Is Primark Expensive? The Queen of 'Low Cost' Cannot Compete with Temu and Shein

Consumer perception of Primark is shifting as competitors like Temu and Shein gain market share, leading some to view Primark's prices as relatively high.

Feb 20 • 16:24 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I learned in two months as much as an entrepreneur in a lifetime": clamped down during the Shein affair, Frédéric Merlin goes back on the attack to revive the BHVs

Frédéric Merlin discusses his ambitious plans to revitalize the BHV stores despite facing criticism over his partnership with Shein.

Feb 20 • 16:21 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Fiera Milano, three event-exhibitions for fashion retail with 760 brands

Fiera Milano is hosting three major fashion retail events from February 21 to 23, featuring 760 brands and providing a collaborative space for international buyers and retailers.

Feb 20 • 13:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of Asos, dies in Thailand

Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of the British fashion company Asos, has died at the age of 58 in Pattaya, Thailand, with the cause of death under investigation.

Feb 20 • 12:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

The founder of a clothing retail giant fell from a balcony in Thailand and died

Quentin Griffiths, the founder of the online fashion retailer Asos, died at the age of 58 after falling from a 17th-floor balcony in Thailand.

Feb 20 • 10:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Founder of clothing giant Asos has died in Thailand at the age of 58

Quentin Griffiths, co-founder of the online retail giant Asos, has died at the age of 58 after falling from his apartment balcony in Thailand.

Feb 20 • 09:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Popular clothing store arrives in Helsinki – hundreds queued

A popular clothing store opened in Helsinki attracting hundreds of young shoppers eager for affordable prices.

Feb 19 • 19:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Young People Waiting in Eastern Helsinki

A large crowd of young customers gathered outside the new Lager157 youth clothing store that opened in Roihupelto, Helsinki.

Feb 19 • 15:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Primark's £14 sandals 'perfect for spring' rival £59 high-end label

Primark has launched affordable £14 sandals that offer a stylish alternative to similar £59 ones from the high-end brand Charles and Keith.

Feb 18 • 10:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Voglia has filed for bankruptcy

The Finnish women's clothing company Voglia has filed for bankruptcy, as indicated by the bankruptcy register of the Finnish Legal Register Centre.

Feb 18 • 08:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Finnish Fashion Brand Voglia Announces Bankruptcy

Finnish women's clothing brand Voglia has filed for bankruptcy, closing its online store for the time being.

Feb 18 • 08:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

M&S Gingham Trousers 'That Match with Any Top' Plummet to £7 in Double Deal

M&S is offering gingham trousers at a significantly reduced price of £7.21 as part of a promotional deal.

Feb 17 • 11:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Cartier-style £1500 watch that’s ‘glamorous’ and ‘looks expensive’ is now just £120

A high-end styled watch, originally priced at £1500, is now available for just £120 during a sale at Debenhams.

Feb 17 • 10:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Topshop returns to UK high streets today - see full list of 32 locations

Topshop has made a comeback in the UK high streets by partnering with John Lewis, reintroducing its products across 32 locations and online.

Feb 17 • 08:51 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Oniverse, soaring revenues. Strong boost from abroad

Oniverse Group reports a revenue growth of 4.8% in 2025, driven by international expansion, particularly in the US, Mexico, and Turkey.

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Topshop is coming back to UK high streets - all 32 locations

Topshop is set to return to the UK high streets with 32 new locations through a partnership with John Lewis, reviving the brand after its closure in 2021.

Feb 17 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

H&M customers loving ‘perfect’ pair of ‘flattering spring-ready’ jeans

H&M's latest wide-leg jeans have become a hit among TikTok users, being praised for their flattering fit and affordability.

Feb 16 • 13:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Sainsbury's TU 'no-itch' frilly cardigan plummets to 58p in flash offer and is selling fast

Sainsbury's TU frilly cardigan is now available for just 58p through a flash offer, attracting attention from shoppers.

Feb 15 • 06:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Primark selling 'perfect' lace tops 'for spring' in six colours at £9

Primark introduces a new lace top for spring, available in six colors for £9, which has garnered excitement among shoppers.

Feb 10 • 09:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

All stores to close as UK fashion retailer in administration

UK fashion retailer LK Bennett is closing all its standalone stores after entering administration, affecting jobs and business operations.

Feb 10 • 08:47 UTC

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