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Whanganui fashion retailers shift seasonal focus
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By the 1910s, there were only 70 lace-makers affiliated with the Winslow Lace Industry.
Founder laments Ezibuy downfall
The NZ-founded company went into voluntary administration yesterday.
KMD Brands’ earnings bounce back on return of tourism, store reopenings
The retailer behind Kathmandu, Rip Curl and Oboz has reported a record $14m profit.
Opinion: Why this bizarre ettiquette rule should be scrapped
There are two types of people - shoes-off and shoes-on, writes Lee Suckling.
Iconic fashion designer dies at 88
Paco Rabanne, famed for his perfumes and fashion designs, has died.
You shall go to the ball: Student dyes dress blue for Cinderella look
Covid meant many students missed out on school balls last year but this year it's all on.
Jarden Brief: Timberland and The North Face brand owner takes a tumble
Outdoor clothing giant faces an uphill battle after gloomy predictions, boss steps down.
Designer re-creates ‘lost’ evening dress for Diana
Elizabeth Emanuel designed the little-seen gown for Diana before her wedding.
'Major gasp moment': Bella Hadid's iconic runway moment
Coperni's finale at Paris Fashion Week had to be seen to be believed.
Small Business: Kiwi online retailer joins circular fashion movement
Circular fashion becoming new normal within fashion, founder of online retailer says.
Jarden Brief: Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein brand owner takes a hit
Bad performance after company cut outlook for famous CK and Tommy apparel brands.
Retail heats up: The foreign brands coming to NZ
Italian denim and apparel retailer among new brands setting up shop in New Zealand.
From handbag-making in a garage to seven-figure sales: How Saben came to be
Roanne Jacobson reflects on 20 years in business - and what's ahead for wholesale brand.
'We don't want to be on every street corner': World founder
Founder opens up on label scandal and why she keeps her operation small.
Impact Awards nominee Kophie Su'a-Hulsbosch talks art and politics
Kophie Su'a-Hulsbosch says ""the world is depressing, but I'm positive about the future."
Rod Drury backs outdoor clothing brand ilabb as it eyes expansion
Xero founder joins Seadon Baker and other high profile investors to grow clothing brand.
Circular fashion: The rise of the secondhand market
Azura Fashion Group expanding to gain bigger share of secondhand fashion market.
20 years on: NZ retailer Superette still focused on growing
Superette set to open four new stores as its grows its retail footprint.
You shall go to the ball: Student dyes dress blue for Cinderella look
Covid meant many students missed out on school balls last year but this year it's all on.
Small Business: Footwear firm's sustainable ambitions
Sustainability manager talks about lack of eco-friendly materials in the footwear industry
Can a shoe grow with a child? Kiwi entrepreneur designs expandable shoes for preschool children
The shoe would expand five sizes and is designed for lower income families.
Why this Kiwi retailer wants to expand its store footprint amid global uncertainty
Sustainable fashion retailer set to grow its wool business offshore.
Time to cruise: After 60 years, a suburban favourite calls it quits
"Where shall we go now?" customers lament as Te Atatū Menswear announces closure.
Maggie Hewitt: NZ needs to remember what we've lost
OPINION: Founder of Maggie Marilyn writes this is not the time for Kiwis to cower.
Sewing skills making a bucket hat out of woollen blanket
Kiwi TikTok user shows her skills on the sewing machine with a bucket hat made out of a woollen blanket. Video / Polly Inglis
Frank: Ōamaru - How one town moved forwards by going backwards S3, E15
Could Ōamaru be the steampunk capital of the world? Frank Film investigates. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Frank Film
'If it ain't woke, don't fix it': Bonds' 'genderless' range - just why?
OPINION: "Genderless" clothing line is the ultimate answer to a question nobody asked.
2020's wild ride: Retail spending in the year of Covid
A look back at how Covid alert level restrictions resulted in unusual spending trends.
Business Hub: 42 Below founder, outgoing Savor chair Geoff Ross on his next chapter
Geoff Ross reveals passion project that required him to step down from Savor.
Shake-up at Icebreaker: Retailer could shed 50 jobs
Merino wool outdoor clothing firm will split its business into three entities.
Why fashion designers need to pivot to stay viable
Natalie Procter says lockdowns gave her time to realign her personal values and brand.
Robyn Malcolm - Outrageous Fortune to real-life undies brand owner
Actor turned entrepreneur says business provides stability - and another creative outlet.