House of Fraser has been criticised after clothing items containing real fur were spotted on its real and virtual shelves, contradicting a no-fur policy initiated before it was bought by Sports Direct last year.

There’s “huge pent-up demand” for retailers to start delivering parcels on Christmas Day itself, according to a new study, with delivery specialist Parcelhero saying the early movers in this area could reap rewards.

In his role as brand ambassador, Henry Porter will use social media to share behind the scenes content, focusing on the UK, European and Middle East markets.

Dame Joan Collins has landed a starring role in the Valentino Christmas campaign.

Woolrich has announced two new hires, both joining from VF. The completely new roles see the company adopting a digital-first mindset and also targeting key developing markets in Europe and Asia.

The British Fashion Council is becoming a membership organisation with news that it has launched an annual subscription for fashion designers and direct-to-consumer brands.

Make-up may not be recording the impressive sales rises we saw a few years ago but in the UK, sales of prestige-priced lip gloss are continuing to rise above the rate of inflation.

Named “Future Tees,” the collaboration consists of a drop of 150 t-shirts, exclusively available from the event, and all designed with a special augmented reality twist.

October saw its worst online sales rise ever and although fashion sales were up, discounting was key. Meanwhile, smartphone shopping continued to advance.

Named Rêve Riche, the in-house brand will offer modern, feminine styles with a focus on occasionwear.

The tennis star's first jewelry range offers a range of necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings, with pieces featuring ethically sourced and conflict-free diamonds. 

Nike-owned footwear brand Converse has teamed up with punk-inspired streetwear brand Pleasures  for a special model of Converse’s Pro Leather footwear.

UK consumers are split on the virtues of Black Friday but will still spend more this year. And while electricals remains the key category, clothing is a big spending area both for Britons and in Europe.

Personal care and beauty products company Brand Architekts Group Plc warned its first-half results would be hit by difficult market conditions in Britain and increased tariffs on China-sourced products.

Renzo Rosso’s fashion group, which owns among others Diesel and Marni, will develop, produce and distribute through its subsidiary Staff International the collections of the French label designed by Christelle Kocher.