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Jigsaw flagship among flurry of new retailers to open at Covent Garden

A number of brands are to open stores at the Covent Garden estate, including flagship stores on Floral Street from Jigsaw and American Vintage. British brand Jigsaw will upsize its current Floral Street store, expanding into Grade II listed Carriage Hall, opening in February, while fashion retailer American Vintage will open its own flagship in...

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Lulu Guinness names Sandra Mertens-Lusting as chief executive

British accessories brand Lulu Guinness London has appointed Sandra Mertens-Lustig as its chief executive, as it looks to continue to push forward with growth plans. Mertens-Lustig, who has worked for brands including Ralph Lauren, Kenzo and Coach, will join Lulu Guinness on January 13, from Agent Provocateur, where she held the role of...

Fashion

Lulu Guinness launches onsite social commerce

British handbag and accessories retailer Lulu Guinness is launching onsite social commerce in a bid to create “a more engaging customer experience.” The retailer is working with social commerce specialist Curalate to bring user generated content in a shoppable format onto its website. Using Curalate’s technology, Lulu Guinness will collate...

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Lulu Guinness online sales help boost revenue by 6 percent

Luxury British accessories retailer Lulu Guinness has reported a six percent growth in revenue thanks to a growth in online sales. The retailer reported a rise in turnover of six percent to 10.1 million pounds, with its website experiencing a 10 percent jump in page visits, and 51 percent growth in active customer numbers. Lulu Guinness, like...