Jibbitz trades ending in tears triggers ban at schools
Young students "emotionally can't cope" with Jibbitz trades.
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The carrier is anything but “relaxed and casual” about enforcing its dress code.
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Kiwis put clothes shopping on hold as interest rates bite
Card spending data shows economy slowing as higher interest rates bite.
GST debt prompts Inland Revenue to liquidate clothing retailer
Problems included ill health, credit facility withdrawal, economic conditions, overheads.
Nike cuts online shopping in NZ
The sportswear giant announced the closure of its online sales in New Zealand today.
Masala Bazaar breaking the ‘stereotypical lens’ for South Asian women in business
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Police, retailers join forces against ram raiders
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Kiwi go second-hand as prices soar
More Kiwi shoppers are turning to second-hand and pre-loved clothing as consumer goods items see significant price hikes.
Well-trod path: Kiwi shoe making school off to Oz
Founder Lou Clifton says the pandemic and recession have hit NZ' shoemaking industry.
Get thrifty: This airline is renting outfits for sartorially savvy travellers
One airline is giving passengers the option to thrift their overseas outfits.
Kathmandu CFO gets chief executive job at Hallenstein Glasson
KMD Brands’ chief financial officer Chris Kinraid will leave the Kathmandu owner.
The Hits: I am not cut out for fashion
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Small business: Meeting local demand for hijabi fashion
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Whanganui fashion retailers shift seasonal focus
'When it’s warm outside you don’t look for a massive woolly jumper.'
Local Focus: 'Massive increase' in clothing need as cost of living bites, winter nears
Koha Apparel is on a mission to help the vulnerable look good and feel great.
Flight attendant goes public about surprising piece of Emirates uniform
The woman explained the reason for this piece of uniform the public doesn’t see.
Richie McCaw was 'stumped' by coronation dress code
McCaw says he 'didn't really tell anyone back home' he was going to the coronation.
Mike Hosking reveals his Savile Row coronation outfit
Broadcaster’s coronation outfit has now been revealed.
Kmart goes 'as big as possible': Manukau welcomes NZ’s largest 24/7 retailer
Shoppers came out in droves to grab a bargain at Kmart's Manukau store opening today.
Former PM Jacinda Ardern donating clothing to Te Papa
Ardern showed a preference for local designers throughout her political career.
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.
Are Crocs and their imitators safe shoes for Kiwi kids?
They may be cute on little feet, but are they worth the mini style moment?
Clothing brand Soil and Sand awarded at Te Tai Tokerau Māori Business Awards
"We just try our best, try our hardest, to give our customers the best product we can."
Pharrell Williams lands iconic fashion role
The multi-talented star will replace the late Virgil Abloh, who died in November 2021.
Opinion: Why this bizarre ettiquette rule should be scrapped
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Iconic fashion designer dies at 88
Paco Rabanne, famed for his perfumes and fashion designs, has died.
School costs leave parents turning to social services
“It’s not fun for people to have to try to meet all these costs."