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Uniqlo’s US expansion: Has the parent learned its lessons?

Inside Retail

That is a significant and rapid expansion and one that would draw investor scrutiny. Bloodied, but not bowed, Uniqlo corrected its initial mistake by opening a SoHo, New York street flagship in November 2006. It emphasises minimalist clothing basics that feature significant investment in fabric technology and design.

Expansion 273
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Momotaro Jeans aims to capture international customers through rebrand strategy

Inside Retail

With products available in 26 countries and regions worldwide, Momotaro Jeans is planning a broader expansion strategy to attract more international customers as tourism to Japan flourishes. Momotaro Jeans was born in 2006 in the Kojima district of Okayama prefecture, known as the birthplace of ‘Japanese Denim’.

Strategy 147
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The smell of success: Redical’s Victoria Leeds welcomes Le Labo’s regional debut

Retail Focus

Born in Grasse and raised in New York in 2006, Le Labo has accumulated a steadfast following for its philosophy of creating unique sensorial experiences, rooted in slow perfumery. The post The smell of success: Redical’s Victoria Leeds welcomes Le Labo’s regional debut appeared first on Retail Focus - Retail Design.

Boutique 147
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Playboy owner to 100% acquire racy lingerie brand Honey Birdette

Inside Retail

The acquisition will help the brand expand its leadership in the sexual wellness category and its shared sourcing and product design capabilities. Honey Birdette was first launched in 2006, when its first boutique opened in Brisbane, selling glamorous lingerie and adult toys.

Boutique 246
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Bootstrapping a million dollar optical empire: Three blokes, Ebay and a vision

Inside Retail

Growing with the business In 2006, three ambitious Australian entrepreneurs pulled together to found the Smart Buy Glasses Group – bootstrapping the venture from limited funds, but boundless passion and a collective of corporate experience.

Flow 262
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Astley Clarke selects Seven Dials for its UK flagship store

Retail Focus

Founded in 2006 by Bec Astley Clarke MBE and headquartered in London, the brand began its journey as an online-only retailer. Astley Clarke jewellery is now stocked in Selfridges, Liberty and on international luxury retail site FarFetch however, with Seven Dials playing the next part in the brand’s expansion.

Reimagine 162
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What Bapcor can learn from Bain’s long track record of PE bids

Inside Retail

Dunkin’ Donuts and its sister franchise, Baskin-Robbins, needed a reinvention, and in 2006 the consortium of PE firms actioned this intervention with changes that included expanding the menu, improving store layouts, and accelerating international expansion. per cent stake for $20 million.

Marketing 278