article thumbnail

Gen Z will rewrite the rules of Australian retail

Inside Retail

A notable gap is apparent, though, between values and actions, as many still shop frequently on fast-fashion platforms like Shein. Rare Beauty, launched by Selena Gomez in 2020, swiftly built traction among Gen Z by blending influencer collaborations, authentic storytelling, and platform-specific content strategies.

article thumbnail

Primark posts soaring sales as owner lifts profit guidance

Retail Gazette

Primark said that seasonal clothing and accessories, and health and beauty sales were “particularly strong” It also highlighted the solid performance of its flagship city centre stores. “As well as seasonal clothing and accessories, sales in health and beauty products were particularly strong.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

A small step for China, a giant leap for cruelty-free

Inside Retail

As more alternative testing methods are developed and personnel are trained in the execution of such tests, and as larger beauty companies help pave the way for change, we will no doubt see both a greater awareness and, of course, demand by shoppers in China for more cruelty-free products,” she said. Cruelty-free fashion.

Fashion 242
article thumbnail

Boohoo set to reopen one Debenhams store

365 Retail

The physical presence will help secure deals with major beauty brands that insist there is a physical presence. The online fashion retailer shut all stores after acquiring the Debenhams brand and website at the start of the year for £55m. The final Debenhams stores closed around the UK on the 15th May.

article thumbnail

Vicinity Centres’ marketing and brand GM Amy Wotton on DFO’s retail refresh

Inside Retail

This supports the consumer shift towards quality and durability over fast fashion, driven by sustainability concerns, desire for product longevity, and increased awareness of ethical manufacturing practices. At DFO, we cater to savvy shoppers who want to find quality goods at the best possible price,” she added.

Marketing 130
article thumbnail

Revolution Beauty CEO would resign under Boohoo peace deal

Retail Gazette

Revolution Beauty CEO Bob Holt would resign if a settlement is reached with Boohoo over board changes in the coming days. However, after weeks of exchanging jabs, the beauty brand said yesterday evening that a compromise between the pair could be days away. Click here to sign up to Retail Gazette‘s free daily email newsletter

article thumbnail

Revolution Beauty says compromise with Boohoo could be days away

Retail Gazette

Revolution Beauty believes a compromise with major shareholder Boohoo is close and could be reached in the coming days, after the online cosmetics retailer said it will hold a general meeting on August 7.