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.
New Balance named official footwear and apparel partner of New England Patriots
New Balance has been named as the official and exclusive athletic footwear and apparel partner of the American football team, New England Patriots, as well as its associated playing field, Gillette Stadium. The long-term agreement is said to reflect a commitment to the team, with the sponsorship to take shape through performance, facility and...
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Saks Global secures final 300 million dollars of committed capital
Amid its ongoing bankruptcy proceedings, Saks Global has secured access to 300 million dollars, the final tranche of its 1.75 billion dollars in committed capital. The US retail giant unlocked the final part of the funding after receiving approval for its five-year business plan from senior secured creditors, as well as achieving other key...
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FatFace launches net zero partnership agreement for suppliers
British label FatFace has introduced a new partnership agreement for suppliers in an effort to implement a Net Zero transition plan more broadly across the business. Suppliers that partner with the brand will have to agree to establish a methodology for measuring greenhouse gas emissions, and provide FatFace with updates on their development and...
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Footasylum secures 60 million pounds in funding amid retail expansion
Sportswear retailer Footasylum has secured an extension to its revolving credit facility with HSBC UK, expanding its financing with the bank from 35 million pounds to 60 million pounds. The new funding comes amid a retail expansion for the retailer, which has confirmed new store locations in Leeds, Glasgow and Merthyr Tydfil. The first will open...
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Heritage hatmaker Christy & Co. falls into liquidation
Christy & Co., the parent company of heritage hatmaker Christys, has been placed into voluntary liquidation and is winding down after 253 years in business. According to filings with Companies House, insolvency specialists Yiannis Koumettou and Amie Helen Johnson of BTF Begbies Traynoy LLP have been appointed to oversee the process. Documents...
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Claire’s French owner eyes last minute bid for retailer's UK business
Julien Jarjoura, the owner of the French arm of Claire’s, is reportedly mulling a last minute bid for the accessory chain’s UK business. According to The Times, Jarjoura is said to be in discussions with both administrators and landlords regarding a plan to retain “many” of the retailer’s 154 UK stores. His interest comes on the heels of Claire’...
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JD.com continues European rollout of Amazon competitor Joybuy with UK launch
Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com has launched Joybuy in the UK as it continues a European rollout of the online shopping platform, pitted as a rival to Amazon. The company has debuted in the region through a dedicated app and e-commerce channel, both now available to customers. Joybuy’s operations are entirely owned by JD.com, from its logistics...
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Australia: Strategy launched to rebuild domestic textile manufacturing
A new strategy has been launched in Australia aimed at rebuilding targeted domestic manufacturing capabilities across the textile, clothing and footwear (TCF) sector. The Australian Fashion Council (AFC) and footwear brand R.M.Williams have jointly introduced the National Manufacturing Strategy for Australian Fashion and Textiles 2026–2036. The...
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Battersea Power Station Development Company names new CEO
James Saunders has been named as the new chief executive officer of Battersea Power Station Development Company (BPSDC). He will take up the helm position for the London-based real estate developer from April 7. To the role, Saunders brings around 18 years of experience, having moved his way up through the ranks at Quintain Ltd, the developer of...
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SMI roundtable event wraps, progress updates relayed to King Charles III
The Sustainable Markets Initiative’s (SMI) Roundtable & Exhibition event wrapped yesterday, bringing to an end two days of keynotes, panel sessions and discussions all with the goal of accelerating the rollout of a circular fashion ecosystem. On the second day, members of the organisation’s Fashion Task Force convened at Buckingham Palace to...
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