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Designer Thierry Mugler dies, at 73

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May his soul Rest In Peace,” said a statement on Mugler’s official social media accounts. . The designer retired from the brand in 2002 before returning in 2013 as the creative adviser. French fashion designer, Manfred Thierry Mugler, who was behind designs worn by Beyonce and Lady Gaga, has passed away, aged 73. . “We

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The founder and director of Babyboo on staying true to the brand’s mission

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Inside Retail : You officially launched Babyboo in 2013, when you were just 17 years old and working as a casual at Pizza Hut. IR : You seem to have an amazing ability to leverage social media and partnerships to drive growth. AC: Social media is my passion. What inspired you to start your own fashion brand?

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As millennials embrace natural skincare, Jurlique sees an opportunity to grow

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The brand is known for its rose mist and hand cream and in 2013, it commissioned rose breeder George Thomson to create the Jurlique Rose, a proprietary hybrid flower that reportedly improves the skin barrier function. Réthoré attributes Asian consumers’ affinity for Jurlique to its core range of rose-based products.

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Why the “stars are aligning” for a successful return of Marc Jacobs Beauty

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American fashion designer Marc Jacobs first launched his eponymous beauty brand in 2013, making more than 120 products available for purchase in select Marc Jacobs stores and at Sephora. However, in recent years, Marc Jacobs has been making a comeback, both on social media and in sales revenue.

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After 135 years, National Geographic is looking to grow its retail presence

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US-based adventure brand National Geographic has unveiled a new retail offering in Australia and New Zealand, as the 135-year-old organisation looks to capitalise on its high level of brand awareness and strong social media following to grow its foothold in the fashion industry. They love it and want to replicate it overseas.”

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How two sisters created Francesca Jewellery from a Tasmanian market stall

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The Tasmanian brand opened its first store in Hobart in 2013, followed by a flagship store three years later at Melbourne Central. During my first year out of school, I discovered the world of social media and how we could reach an audience beyond our tiny shopfront, from that point onward I was hooked.

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Retailers, are you ready for it? Swift’s Eras tour a gold rush of economic karma

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Another business embracing the moment is Australian hardware retailer Bunnings, which has been on the social media beat, with its Frank Green cup car cupholder solution that went viral.