Articles by Rachel Douglass
Rachel has been with FashionUnited since mid-2021. Descending from the UK, she moved to the Netherlands in 2014 to attend Amsterdam Fashion Institute, where she studied a BA in International Fashion and Branding with a specialisation in Journalism.
At FashionUnited, Rachel covers daily news, from store openings to acquisitions, alongside which she focuses on research-based stories, interviews and on-the-ground event reporting. Her topics of interest include digital fashion, independent retail and current trends.
Northern indie Jules B reportedly acquired following administration filing
Jules B, a North East independent retailer, is believed to have found a potential buyer following an administration filing last week. According to local media outlet ChronicleLive, FRP Advisory was appointed to oversee the administration process and soon completed a sale of the business and its assets. The deal saves around 25 jobs. Jules B...
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Purpose and plurality: Harrods buyer names Erdem, Burberry among best LFW shows
London Fashion Week has officially wrapped up its autumn/winter 2026 edition, and the opinions of industry insiders are continuing to roll in. According to director of buying, fashion at Harrods, Simon Longland, for this season, London resisted “reduction to a single trend”. “The breadth and diversity of brands on show make it difficult—and...
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JD Sports to host Manchester careers event amid rising concern over youth unemployment
JD Group, the parent company of JD Sports, is taking a hands-on approach to rising youth unemployment by hosting a careers event for 10,000 young people in Manchester. Spanning two-days and located at the city’s Central Convention Complex, JD UP will spotlight 28 of the company’s departments, platforming thousands of career pathways, a press...
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Ashley Stewart secures 15 million dollars in funding to support growth
Plus-size fashion brand Ashley Stewart has secured a 15 million dollar revolving credit facility providing financing to support its liquidity position and ongoing growth efforts. It comes after the company’s attempt to secure Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection was dismissed, leading to a sale of its assets. The capital infusion was provided by...
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Pandora names new MD of Northern Europe
Jewellery specialist Pandora has named David Boynton as its new managing director of Northern Europe. The appointment marks a return to an executive role for Boynton, who had previously served as chief executive officer of The Body Shop for over five years. Boynton has also been at the helm of Charles Tyrwhitt, cosmetics brand L’Occitane and...
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Saks Global obtains approval for one billion dollar financing
Saks Global has secured approval from a Texas bankruptcy court for a one billion dollar financing to support its reorganisation plan. The decision was determined by Judge Alfredo Perez during a hearing held in Houston. The news comes after Saks was able to resolve objections brought forth by luxury brands and business partners that expressed...
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Complaints from fashion consumers surge amid increased use of AI
Citizens Advice has reported a surge in complaints from fashion consumers as a heightened use in AI increasingly enables scammers to target online shoppers. According to the organisation’s consumer service, nearly 18,000 complaints logged last year were in regards to clothing, shoes and accessories purchases, up 21 percent compared to 2024. A...
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Mango expands Ireland presence with new store in Limerick
Spanish fashion giant Mango has unveiled a new store in Limerick, Ireland, expanding its presence in the region amid a wider retail rollout. Located on O’Connell Street, within a prominent building in the city centre, the store was hailed as a “strong endorsement of Limerick’s continued growth” by director general of Limerick City and County...
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How US trade organisations responded to the Supreme Court’s decision on tariffs
On Friday, the US Supreme Court overruled Donald Trump’s tariffs, determining that the president had wrongfully invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose levies. The region’s trade organisations swiftly responded to the ruling, largely expressing support for the court’s decision, many grateful for the stability...
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Topshop collaborates with Central Saint Martins on reimagining iconic denim styles
Students of Central Saint Martins (CSM) offered up reimagined takes on Topshop’s iconic denim styles during a London Fashion Week runway event this season. Participants of the university’s MA Fashion were tasked with reviving the Jamie and Jonie jeans as part of a competitive project, with ten concepts ultimately chosen for display. The...
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