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H&M courts the premium market with Galeries Lafayette debut

H&M is pushing further into premium retail territory with the opening of a new shop-in-shop at Paris' Galeries Lafayette, one of Europe’s most symbolic department stores. The 63-square-metre corner features the brand’s 'Adorable' childrenswear line, a follow-up to its 2024 launch at Selfridges in London. Targeting more affluent consumers, the...

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Beales to close final store after 144 Years, citing Labour budget pressures

Beales, one of Britain’s oldest department store chains, is set to close the last store in its 144-year history, marking the end of an era for the once-prominent high street retailer. The company has launched a dramatic final clearance—dubbed internally the "Rachel Reeves closing down sale"—with discounts of up to 80 percent, blaming the Labour...

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Morleys Stores to reopen historic Jolly's store in Bath

Department store group Morleys Stores, which has 8 locations across the UK, is reopening the iconic Jolly's store in Milsom Street, Bath. The new look Jolly's will open in two phases - an initial launch in March 2026, followed by a full completion and grand opening in October 2026, in time for the key trading period in the last quarter of the...

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Printemps to open New York concept store at One Wall Street

French luxury department store Printemps is preparing to open its first US location later this month, marking a bold departure from the traditional retail model. Set within the historic One Wall Street building, the store — opening on 21 March — will blend high fashion with hospitality, positioning itself as a lifestyle destination rather than a...

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Saks Global to layoff 5 percent of corporate workforce

Luxury department store Saks Global is believed to be laying off around 5 percent of its corporate workforce as it continues to merge its operations with Neiman Marcus. According to an internal memo sent to employees and seen by Bloomberg News, the layoffs will impact employees in the finance, legal and operations departments. Staff at Saks...

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Saks Fifth Avenue’s acquisition of Neiman Marcus could be the future of U.S. luxury retail

Saks Fifth Avenue’s recent acquisition of Neiman Marcus marks a pivotal shift in America’s competitive landscape of luxury retail. The creation of Saks Global as the parent company of both brands has immediately elevated its market presence, positioning it as the second-largest player in the luxury department store space by visit share. While...

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Galeries Lafayette's ambitious bet on the success of men's fashion

As the luxury sector experiences a post-pandemic slowdown, Galeries Lafayette in Paris is taking a decisive turn by focusing on men’s fashion as a lever for growth. This strategy responds to a growing global trend: the rise of men’s ready-to-wear. A strategic repositioning for men's fashion Galeries Lafayette was quick to see the growth...

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New ranking unveils the best department stores in the world

Think back to the best department store experience you've ever had—what made it truly unforgettable? Was it the store’s location, its design, the variety of brands, or the customer service? Whatever the reason, department stores have always been at the heart of the shopping world, doubling up as must-visit landmarks and key destinations for a...

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Against all odds: Luxury records an unexpected performance at the end of the year

While the luxury sector has experienced some real turbulence this year, a study is shaking up the forecasts. According to the latest Saks Luxury Pulse survey, 82 percent of affluent consumers plan to increase their spending this holiday season. This almost unexpected burst of optimism offers new insights into the outlook for the sector. But what...

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Swiss department store Manor modernizes its fashion departments

Manor is modernising its fashion range. The new fashion concept will be gradually introduced in twelve department stores over the next three years. The largest Swiss department store group is investing 50 million Swiss francs in the renovation. The modernized departments at the Basel and Lausanne locations will start at the end of October. The...

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Fenwick opens UK’s largest beauty hall outside London

Department store chain Fenwick has opened the UK's largest beauty hall outside of London in its Newcastle store, spanning 26,000 square feet and featuring more than 160 brands. The newly reimagined space aims to offer an innovative in-store shopping experience, featuring two new enlarged atriums, 56 foot of facade windows looking out onto...

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Selfridges partners with Criteo on sponsored product offering

Luxury department store Selfridges is set to introduce sponsored products among its offering as part of a new two-year partnership with commerce media company Criteo. Next to the introduction of sponsored products, Criteo will also be backing onsite display for Selfridges, and will allow for the creation of personalised experiences and...