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7 diversity lessons for brands after the Aus Fashion Week controversy
Since AAFW wrapped up last Friday night, critics have come out on social media, accusing it of ‘tokenistic’ attempts at ...
From derma fillers to D2C skincare: Q&A with Dr Naomi
Insta-famous Dr Naomi McCallum from the famed Manse Clinic in the well-heeled suburb of Paddington, Sydney, has swapped ...
How Indonesian D2C brand Saturdays is changing the eyewear game
We chat with co-founder Rama Suparta about the brand’s omnichannel strategy and its new mobile app and try-on service.
How Love to Dream found the secret to getting babies to sleep
When Love to Dream founder Hana Lia- Krawchuk had her son in 2008, she was determined to find a solution.
VIDEO: Behind the evolution of Wittner
Iconic Australian footwear brand Wittner may be more than 100 years old, but they’re currently on a path of innovation a...
New, now, next: Mr Porter hunts for menswear designers of the future
As part of the global initiative, three designers will be chosen to take part in the year-long program of workshops and ...
Rebel: Inside Australia’s store concept of the year
It takes a particularly brave retailer to launch an entirely new physical store concept at the very peak of Covid.
Repco: Introducing Australia’s best customer service team
Automotive retailer Repco has nearly a century of industry experience under its belt, so it should be no surprise that t...
EXCLUSIVE: Former Scentre Group design lead joins The General Store
Former design lead at Scentre Group Reid Nakou has joined the team at independent retail strategy agency, The General St...
How fashionista Trinny Woodall created her own beauty empire
More than 20 years ago, Trinny Woodall was famous for co-hosting her makeover TV series, 'What not to wear' with her bes...
Love is in the air: The evolution of the bridal industry
Like many large scale events during Covid, the world of weddings was turned upside down last year. We speak to three wom...
Aje marks the return of live runway shows in Sydney
Aje co-founder and CEO Adrian Norris shares learnings from the past year and plans for growing the business at home and ...
How Kathmandu implemented flexi hours and Fri-Yays
As Kathmandu CEO Reuben Casey said, “encouraging customers to get ‘out there’ has to start with our team”.
Runway trends, pop art and new designers: Q&A with Natalie Xenita, IMG
We chat with Natalie Xenita, vice president at IMG, which organises Afterpay Australian Fashion Week, about emerging loc...
“It’s not about guilting customers”: Lush’s new sustainability schemes
Next Monday, Lush is amping up its sustainability initiatives and launching a new packaging returns scheme in Australia ...
Kathmandu unveils global rebrand ahead of overseas expansion
New Zealand outdoor retailer Kathmandu has taken the wraps off its major global rebrand today, shifting its focus to bec...
How this former Mercedes-Benz exec was inspired to launch her own start-up
Like many talented industry professionals last year, Uniek founder Katherine Gracey was motivated to finally take the pl...
Small but beautiful: Inside Witchery’s store evolution
The brand today unveiled its refurbished Bondi Junction Westfield store, combining omnichannel services with an elevated...
Gwyneth, gut health and glowing skin: Mecca launches wellness program
In-depth conversations with Hollywood actress Gwyneth Paltrow and Australian of the Year Grace Tame and new fertility an...
Best foot forward: Q&A with Wittner CEO, Catherine Williamson
Not many customers know that Wittner is one of Australia’s oldest brands. But at 108 years old, the business is still fo...
