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Peter Ruis, executive director at John Lewis & Partners, kicked off Drapers Inner Circle Summit 2024 with a fireside chat about the next phase of the retailer's transformation. "Burberry is nothing without its check and John Lewis is nothing without "Never knowingly undersold". It’s about staying true to your brand." Find out more below. #JohnLewis #fashionretail #DrapersInnerCircleSummit

Values Day. Not just a picture on the wall or a bunch of words that mean nothing. Hunter Apparel Solutions take their values and culture serious. We hold each other to account and reward when we experience these values and behaviours. Our values day was a great opportunity to get everyone involved in refreshing what each of the values mean to them as an individual and what behaviour each staff member expects from each other. Such a good way to spend time interacting with different departments and seeing others perspectives on what is required to get the job done. #TeamHunter #values #teambuilding

🛍 Retail News On July 1st, Delta Apparel, Inc. filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with a Delaware court and the company was delisted from the New York Stock Exchange the following day. Delta Apparel, the Georgia-based clothing manufacturer behind Salt Life—a favorite activewear brand among outdoor and waterborne enthusiasts—is facing significant challenges. The company has announced plans to potentially shut down 16 Salt Life locations across Florida if a sale of the brand does not occur in August, citing ongoing business and financial difficulties. Several other states including Alabama, California and South Carolina, have posted similar notices. Sources: CoStar News & Business Observer FL • #CommercialRealEstate #CREnews #Bankruptcy #BusinessUpdate #Chapter11 #RetailNews #TampaCRE #TampaBayCRE #TampaBayRealEstate #FloridaRealEstate #RetailLeasing

'Levi Strauss trims guidance as it weighs sale of Dockers business 📉👖🤔 Could be a game changer in #Retail. Get the data from databoutique.com to understand the nuances 📊 #Levi #Dockers #RetailNews #BusinessSale 💼🔄 https://lnkd.in/eC4HGBUv' by cnbc about Levi Strauss & Co.

Small independent brands continue to disappear - without a trace or much fanfare. I wrote about this trend and the macro forces driving it last April for Apparel Insider. Sadly, nothing has fundamentally changed since I penned this piece. No one is tracking this or writing about it because many of these brands are too small to be captured by conventional data in any sort of timely manner if at all. These are micro businesses that will simply...disappear with little explanation or understanding. The problem is that we aren't thinking about the long-term implications of this troubling trend which will ultimately be more waste - the last thing we need. It's a climate issue. It's a policy issue. It's a data issue. It's a consumer education issue. You can't have a conversation about #sustainaiblity without addressing the role of #smallbusinesses - yet that connection is never made. Small is sustainable. Only it's getting harder and harder to actually sustain as a small business. Brett Mathews Jordyn Holman Christina Binkley David Billstrom https://lnkd.in/ga4stbaK

'Levi Strauss trims guidance as it weighs sale of Dockers business 📉👖 #LeviStrauss #Dockers #BusinessMoves. Get deeper insights at databoutique.com, the largest source for public data understanding retail news 🔎📊 #RetailInsights #DataBoutique'. by cnbc about Levi Strauss & Co.

This belted inferior midi dress, 1 of the latest offerings from the large container retailer’s Free Assembly location brand, truly does cheque each those boxes I mentioned above. Style? Check: It boasts a operation of casual cargo detailing and pockets (pockets!) with a waist-cinching loop and midi-length skirt making this versatile fig a no-brainer for everyplace from the farmers marketplace to the bureau to a meal date. Quality? Check: Both colorways (loden greenish and navy) are made of substantially weighted 100% cotton, truthful you tin instrumentality lavation without worry. Affordability? Check: It’s conscionable $34. And lest you deliberation that statement designation can’t beryllium achieved astatine Walmart, deliberation again: Free Assembly is helmed by originative manager Brandon Maxwell (whom you whitethorn cognize for his eponymous, award-winning ready-to-wear line, oregon his relation arsenic Lady Gaga’s manner director). The frock is disposable successful sizes XS–XXXL. While a fewer shoppers weren’t into the dense worldly and the torso magnitude being shorter than expected, the resounding sentiment is decidedly glowing. (It has a 4.5-star standing overall.) You tin work connected for a fewer much rave reviews — oregon conscionable chopped to the pursuit and adhd it to your cart earlier it sells out. #innovation - #management - #technology - #creativity - #futurism - #startups

👑 Beyoncé x Levi’s: The AD of the Day! 👑 Pop icon Beyoncé stuns as the new face of Levi’s, bringing a fresh, modern twist to iconic moments from past commercials. In her latest ad, she sings "Levii’s Jeans" from her Cowboy Carter album while effortlessly showcasing the brand’s signature denim. Levi's partnership with Beyoncé is a strategic move to boost brand awareness and celebrate tradition. By featuring Beyoncé, Levi’s taps into a global audience, bridging generations and reinforcing its identity as a brand that honors its roots while evolving with contemporary culture. The nod to past ads adds a nostalgic touch, reminding consumers of the brand’s timelessness. In today’s competitive landscape, brands need to be clear on their benefits while constantly seeking new ways to connect with wider audiences. It’s a challenge to stay on top, staying true to your core. Evolving is key. #Beyonce #Levis #Advertising #PopCulture #Strategy

Ted Baker could have been saved if they had prioritised brand identity and adapted to changing consumer culture. The news of Ted Baker's 15 store closures and loss of 245 jobs, is disheartening. The brand's struggles over the years, compounded by increasing competition and the fallout from the departure of its founder, Ray Kelvin, have been evident. Despite a £211m takeover by Authentic Brands Group (ABG), challenges persisted, leading to significant losses and eventual administration. Reflecting on Ted Baker's journey, it's evident that the brand lost its way. Marketing, once a stronghold with its unorthodox strategies, took a hit after the departure of the eccentric founder. In recent years they’ve lacked distinction and personality and the essence that once made Ted Baker unique seemed diluted, lacking the energy and ambition necessary to thrive in a competitive market. They’ve also failed to adapt to seismic shifts in consumer culture. In a world where consumers prioritise responsible fashion and seek brands with clear values, Ted Baker struggled to redefine its purpose. So, what could have saved Ted Baker? A return to basics, prioritising brand identity and investing in marketing that resonates with consumers, would have been a crucial step. Additionally, redefining Ted Baker's values, emphasising responsible fashion and community engagement, could have helped the brand regain relevance in today's world. They are still clinging on to hope that these store closures will strengthen the business and new partners will be able to inject life in to the tired brand, but without radical changes to the core of their brand, their survival hopes are not looking good. https://lnkd.in/e-wNqB6K #TedBaker #BrandRevival #Turnaround #BrandIdentity #K2BusinessPartners

Are you ready for some football!?! 🏈 And some fashion trends!?! Yes, it's true. More & more retro-inspired fashion is appearing on the sidelines, the golf course, the tennis court, and more. I can help you leverage these trends for your company's branded merch - let's talk! 🧢 👕 #Trending #SportsStyle #Athleisure #TeamMerch