Lucy & Yak Embraces a New Era with Transition to Employee Ownership London, UK – August 12, 2025 – In a significant move that underscores a commitment to its team and core values, the popular ethical fashion brand Lucy & Yak has officially transitioned to employee ownership. This pioneering step, announced today by Drapers Online, … Read more
Debenhams Group Appoints New Interim Director for Karen Millen Drapers Online reports that Debenhams Group has appointed a new interim director for its Karen Millen brand. The individual, who previously served as a director at Seraphine, brings a wealth of experience to the role. This strategic move signals Debenhams Group’s commitment to strengthening its leadership … Read more
It appears there might be a slight misunderstanding regarding the date of the Drapers Online article. While Drapers Online is a reputable source for fashion industry news, the article titled “Trump’s tariffs: full list of rates” was published on August 12, 2019, not 2025. Here is a detailed article based on the likely content of … Read more
River Island Faces Significant Redundancies Amidst Evolving Retail Landscape London, UK – August 12, 2025 – Fashion retailer River Island is reportedly undergoing a period of substantial restructuring, leading to a considerable number of redundancies across its operations. The news, first reported by Drapers Online on August 12, 2025, at 12:53, indicates a challenging phase … Read more
M&S Welcomes New Chief People Officer to Drive People-Centric Strategy Marks & Spencer (M&S) is pleased to announce the appointment of a new Chief People Officer, a significant strategic move that underscores the company’s commitment to its colleagues and a people-centric approach to business. This appointment, reported by Drapers Online on August 12, 2025, at … Read more
Drapers Unveils Essential Spring/Summer 2026 Womenswear Buying Guide London, UK – August 12, 2025 – Drapers, the leading voice for the fashion retail industry, today announced the publication of its highly anticipated “Drapers womenswear buying guide: spring/summer 26.” Released at 3:00 PM BST, this comprehensive guide serves as an indispensable resource for buyers, retailers, and … Read more
Navigating the Trenches: The Growing Challenge of Buyer Burnout in the Retail Landscape Drapers Online recently shed light on a critical issue facing the fashion and retail industry with their article, “Buying and Beyond: ‘We’re seeing more buyers reach burnout,’” published on August 12, 2025, at 15:00. The piece highlights a concerning trend of increasing … Read more
River Island Stores Set to Benefit from Rent Reductions London, UK – August 12, 2025 – Leading fashion retailer River Island is reportedly set to implement rent reductions across a number of its physical store locations. This development, confirmed by Drapers Online, signals a strategic move by the company to navigate the evolving retail landscape … Read more
Sumitomo Chemical Recognizes Eight New Products and Technologies Under “Sumika Sustainable Solutions” Initiative Tokyo, Japan – August 8, 2025 – Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd. announced today the addition of eight new products and technologies to its “Sumika Sustainable Solutions” certification program. This initiative highlights the company’s commitment to developing and promoting solutions that contribute to … Read more
Fortes’ Defensive Brilliance Shines in Rays Victory St. Petersburg, FL – In a display of remarkable athleticism and unwavering focus, Tampa Bay Rays catcher Nick Fortes delivered a truly memorable defensive play on Tuesday, August 12, 2025, that not only secured a crucial out but also ignited the crowd at Tropicana Field. The stellar performance, … Read more