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Easter chill for UK Fashion as online sales plunge

UK fashion retail suffered a sharp decline in the week ending 5 April 2026, with total like-for-like sales contracting by -14.09%, according to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker. The drop comes off a positive base of +3.51% for the same week last year, which included the Easter break. The most striking feature of the data is the gulf...

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Fashion’s winning sales streak ends as arctic chill hits high street

The UK retail sector faced a harsh reality check this week as total like-for-like (LFL) sales plunged by -7.74%. This represents the sharpest decline since the beginning of 2025 and stands in stark contrast to the robust +10.74% growth recorded during the same period last year. A sudden and dramatic shift in weather—from mild, settled spring...

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In-Store Fashion defies downward trend as UK retail streak ends

The UK retail sector saw its seven-week growth streak come to an abrupt halt this week, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales falling by -3.04%. This dip follows a period of sustained momentum and was measured against an exceptionally strong +10% base from the same period last year. While the headline figures entered the red, the fashion sector...

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UK Retail maintains momentum as Fashion digital sales lead

The UK retail sector has extended its winning streak to seven consecutive weeks of growth, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales rising by +3.46%. Despite a transition from mild early-spring conditions to a colder, windier Atlantic weather system, both physical and digital channels remained in the green, successfully building upon a positive base...

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Fashion powers to 2026 high, up 12% in week 10

UK retail is celebrating its most successful trading week of the year so far, as total like-for-like (LFL) sales jumped by a robust +9.85%. This significant recovery, measured against a challenging -7.43% base from the same week last year, was primarily fueled by an explosive performance in the fashion sector, which effectively countered...

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Online surge powers fashion to growth amid falling footfall

As the UK transitions into spring, the retail sector recorded a positive start to the month, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales rising by +3.20%. This growth, measured against a negative base of -6.89% from the previous year, was bolstered by gains across all segments. However, the week’s narrative was defined by a powerful digital performance...

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Valentine’s Week Spark: UK Fashion defies deluge to drive growth

The UK retail sector recorded its third consecutive week of growth as Valentine's Day celebrations provided a much-needed boost to discretionary spending. According to the latest BDO High Street Sales Tracker, total like-for-like (LFL) sales increased by +2.05%, a resilient performance against a strong +4.72% base from the previous year. The...

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Valentine’s sparks online growth as In-Store Fashion enters 6th week of gains

The UK retail sector saw a gentle lift in the lead-up to St. Valentine’s Day, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales increasing by +1.34%. While this growth builds on a +2.61% base from the previous year, the week was defined by a clear shift toward digital shopping as unsettled Atlantic weather and a low-pressure system deterred some shoppers...

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Fashion defies storm Chandra with sales up 5.28%

The UK retail sector showed remarkable resilience this week, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales rising by +3.51%. This growth is particularly impressive given the severe disruption caused by Storm Chandra, which battered the country with intense rain, strong winds, and heavy snowfall. While the extreme weather kept many shoppers at home, the...

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Fashion outpaces wider retail sales with third consecutive week of growth

The UK retail sector saw a slight contraction this week, with total like-for-like (LFL) sales dropping by -0.94%. While this figure sits against a challenging +8.60% base from the previous year, the data reveals a clear "tug-of-war" between physical and digital channels, with fashion retailers proving most resilient on the shop floor. The...

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Fashion sparks growth amidst storm Goretti

The UK retail sector began the first full tracking week of 2026 with a resilient +3.76% increase in total like-for-like (LFL) sales. This growth, while measured against a solid +6.76% base from the previous year, was primarily driven by a resurgence in the fashion and homewares segments, which both recorded positive outcomes across physical and...

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Fashion ignites 2026 as New Year Sales grow 17%

The UK retail sector has kicked off 2026 with an explosive start, as total like-for-like (LFL) sales climbed by +7.86% this week. This robust performance is particularly significant as it was measured against a solid +18.54% base from the same period last year, marking a triumphant transition from the conclusion of 2025 into the new year. The...