Drapers

Drapers is a B2B magazine and online platform that focuses on the fashion retail industry. Established on August 6, 1887, it originally reported on women's clothing retail, but now it covers the entire fashion retail landscape. This includes important topics like digital transformation, technology advancements, and supply chain management. In addition to its publications, Drapers organizes various conferences, events, and award ceremonies each year to celebrate top-performing businesses and facilitate knowledge sharing within the industry.

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English

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#253620

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#16867

Lifestyle/Fashion and Apparel

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Editor’s comment: Sunshine and showers for retail as cyber-attack woes continue

2 days ago | drapersonline.com | Jill Geoghegan

Warm spring sunshine has boosted sales for fashion retail, but businesses are warned to increase cyber security vigilance as retailers are targeted by attackers.
First look: Asda unveils George concept store with Mel B

3 days ago | drapersonline.com | Zoe Hu

The new store, opened on 10 May, stocks George's clothing, home and general merchandise ranges in a standalone space. It is part of the retailer's trial of the new store format, which it hopes to replace its current Asda Living stores across the UK.
Next shareholders to vote on living wage resolution

3 days ago | drapersonline.com | Zoe Hu

Axa Investment Managers, Scottish Widows, Trust for London, the Greater Manchester Pension Fund and the Cardano Group are among the investors that tabled the resolution with campaign group ShareAction, which aims "to address the issue of low wages in its workforce". Next's Annual General Meetings (AGM) is held at 9am on 15 May in Leicester, where shareholders will be voting on 26 resolutions in total. A similar resolution on living wage is also filed at JD Sports and Marks and Spencer.
First look: Farm Rio lands on Carnaby Street

3 days ago | drapersonline.com | Zoe Hu

The new store opened on 6 May and spans 2,040 sq ft. It features more than 140 pieces from the brand's summer 25 collection including signature maxi dresses, graphic T-shirts, and holiday matching sets. The store's design, by Brazilian architect Renata Gaia, begins with a shade of green on the façade, framed by large windows and plants above. In the summer, the façade will be refreshed with floral textures designed by the brand.
Jarrolds' journey as the ‘retail jewel in Norwich’s crown’

5 days ago | drapersonline.com | Winifred Okocha

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Video: How to grow resale into a successful business with The North Face, Sandro and Maje

6 days ago | drapersonline.com | Graeme Moran

The UK’s second-hand fashion market has grown to over £7bn, with nearly one in four fashion transactions now involving resale, according to research by OC&C Strategy Consultants released in March 2025. This growth has sent the circular business model into the mainstream amongst fashion consumers, while incoming sustainability legislation will drive businesses to act. This presents brands and retailers with a host of challenges, but also opportunities. Do you want to launch your first resale offer?
Primark embarks on Middle East expansion

6 days ago | drapersonline.com | Zoe Hu

Primark will open its first store in the region at The Avenues Mall in Kuwait this October, followed by three Dubai shops in early 2026 at Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdif. The announcement came after Primark signed a strategic partnership with UAE retail group Alshaya in September 2024. Primark and Alshaya said they will continue to explore future stores in other markets across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.
Represent, Gymshark, Footasylum, cyber-attacks and more in May's Drapers

6 days ago | drapersonline.com | Samantha J. Warrington

Next-level tech From updates to ecommerce platforms, to new mobile apps and digital transformation projects, where are UK fashion brands and retailers investing the smart money? Optimising operations Hotter Shoes operations director Paul Harnetty explains how the footwear manufacturer uses tech to drive efficiency and increase productivity at its factory in Skelmersdale.
Easter holiday and warm weather boost footfall

1 week ago | drapersonline.com | Zoe Hu

Month on month, footfall rose for the third consecutive month by 3.8% in all UK retail destinations, the latest MRI Software data shows. Compared with the previous year, the 4.3% boost was largely driven by a 5.1% increase in activity at retail parks, amid a late Easter holiday and a spell of warm weather. High streets and shopping centres recorded footfall increases of 4.1% and 3.9% respectively.
Autry opens first UK store

1 week ago | drapersonline.com | Zoe Hu

US trainer brand Autry has opened its first UK store at 61-63 Beak Street in Soho, London, joining Tala, Pangaia and Salomon in the district. Established in 1982, Autry is known for its vintage unisex trainers with a contemporary and performance-focused twist. The new 2,600 sq ft Soho store features the brand's American aesthetics, with an Italian twist. Autry joins a series of brands which have debuted in the neighbourhood in the last year.