Hollister has signed for the 8,000 sq ft unit on High Orchard Street, adjacent to the main entrance into Gloucester Quays’ outlet mall. Hollister, a brand of Abercrombie & Fitch Co., offers quality apparel, accessories and fragrance, and is particularly well aligned with Gloucester Quays’ growing young and student audiences. The brand’s mix of men’s and women’s assortments and seasonal collections, available at outlet prices, will complement the scheme’s existing range of leading fashion brands.

Hollister’s decision to open its first south west outlet store at Gloucester Quays is a strong endorsement of the destination’s consistent outperformance, extensive regional catchment, and established reputation. Brands continue to choose Gloucester Quays first, as Berghaus chose the destination for its first standalone store in the region, and Gloucester Quays is also home to the only south west outlet location for All Saints. Hollister’s arrival supports an already diverse mix of premium brands, restaurants, and leisure, reinforcing its position as a compelling all-day destination.

Paul Carter, Asset Director at Peel Retail & Leisure, commented: “Securing Hollister for its first south west outlet store is a fantastic milestone for Gloucester Quays. It demonstrates the strength of the destination, and our continued ability to attract sought-after and appealing brands, looking for the best locations and engaged audiences. Hollister is a quality addition to our fashion offer, one that was made possible by years of consistent footfall and sales growth, and a compelling tenant mix evolution that means Gloucester Quays is more relevant and interesting today than it was yesterday.”

This new signing follows the announcement that Peel Retail & Leisure has achieved a record-breaking start to the year for Gloucester Quays, with rising H1 footfall, strong retail and leisure performance, and continued leasing momentum which reinforces its position as one of the south west’s leading outlets.

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Attendees will have the chance to meet over 20 retailers at one of Scotland’s leading retail and leisure destinations, including Boots, Oliver Bonas and Footasylum.

With a range of part-time and full-time positions, permanent roles and seasonal Christmas contracts on offer, there are opportunities at a variety of levels, from store assistants through to management positions. Many roles offer flexible hours, ideal for students, parents and those looking to return to work.

Silverburn’s Job Fair welcomed more than 1,000 people last year. One of those success stories is Claire Carlin, 21, who secured a full-time position at Boux Avenue after attending the Job Fair last year.

Claire said: “I used to work in hospitality, but I thought retail would be a good move for me. I had been a Christmas temp with Boux Avenue, and that’s what inspired me to go along to the Job Fair and see whether there were any permanent roles. Luckily, about a month after the Job Fair, I had landed a full-time role. I’ve been in the job for 10 months and I love it.

I would tell anyone going to the Job Fair to come with an open mind, be positive, and talk to everyone, even places you might think you would not want to work in because when you meet the people who work there and hear what the job is like you might change your mind.”

When Amber McManus, 18, came to the Job Fair she was looking for a role that she could balance alongside her college studies, and secured a part-time role at jewellery brand Moriconi Italy.

Amber said: “The most important part of going to the Job Fair is making sure you are confident in yourself and have fun. It is a great opportunity to meet new people and chat to lots of different retailers. Talking to customers in the store has really helped me develop my confidence when talking to clients at college as well.”

Diarmuid Donohoe, General Manager of Silverburn, said: “Silverburn is one of Scotland’s largest retail and leisure employers, and our annual Job Fair gives attendees the chance to meet recruiters from a selection of our globally recognised brands across fashion, beauty, and hospitality, and get first-hand insight into what a career in retail involves and the opportunities that can come from it in the long-term.

Scotland has incredible talent and the event provides fantastic opportunities for people looking to start a career in retail or hospitality, whether it is a first job, a position to fit around studies, or a role for someone looking to change career path.”

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The opening marks The Entertainer’s 8th new store in the last 12 months, highlighting the retailer’s continued expansion across the UK. The new Trafford Centre store is expected to rival its flagship at Bluewater for the top sales ranking across the retailer’s 150+ stores, following an almost decade-long search for the right opportunity.

The Entertainer’s arrival further enhances Trafford Centre’s dynamic retail lineup, bringing depth to its family-focused offer alongside the already established leisure, dining and entertainment proposition.

The new store offers more than 3,000 toys, games and collectibles from leading global manufacturers alongside current toy trends, seasonal ranges and regular new product launches.  The wider offer also includes year-round collectible launches as well as The Entertainer’s own-label ranges.

The arrival further strengthens Trafford Centre’s outstanding retail line-up, adding a specialist, full-range toy offer, which complements the centre’s existing mix of established brands. With 24 million visitors each year, the opening also gives The Entertainer a high-profile platform within one of the UK’s leading retail destinations.

Andrew Murphy OBE, Group Chief Executive Officer of The Entertainer, said: “Announcing that, we’ve joined the brilliant line-up of top-flight retailers at Trafford Centre is the undoubted highlight of an already exciting year of store openings for us. The toy category is underrepresented in the centre, with customer research showing high demand for our offer.

We’ve been patiently waiting for almost a decade for the right space to become available, so we’re particularly excited to share this news. With over 3000 different toys, games and collectibles we’ll bring an entirely new level of choice and quality to this iconic shopping location, giving the tens of thousands of families who love shopping there the exciting range of gifts and treats they deserve.”

Kate Pearson, Portfolio Leasing Director at Pradera, said: “The continued growth of the toy and children’s category reflects strong customer demand, making The Entertainer an important addition to our already exceptional retail offer. As Trafford Centre continues to evolve, the introduction of category-leading brands like The Entertainer will play an important role in enhancing the retail mix and ensuring the centre continues to deliver a compelling experience for visitors.”

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Fashion retailers Peacocks and Bonmarché are growing their ‘store within a store’ partnership with Co-op, opening six new concessions this month which takes the total together to 20.

Peacocks and Bonmarché are focused on investing in their store estate and opening new stores in key retail locations. The latest development sees four new Peacocks stores opening inside Co-op stores located in Cranleigh (Surrey); Machynlleth (Powys, Wales); Kippax (Leeds) and Whitby (North Yorkshire) – taking the total number of Peacocks concessions operating within Co-op stores to 13.

In addition, Co-op is welcoming two new branches of Bonmarché which open in its Lampeter (Ceredigion, Wales) and Shotts (North Lanarkshire, Scotland) stores this month, the new stores follow the opening of four Bonmarché concessions inside Co-op stores earlier this year – taking the total to seven.

Co-op is committed to creating stores with added services, which are a destination locally, and the ‘store within a store’ concept brings new shops, jobs and consumer choice to enrich high streets and communities.

The move also enables the fashion retailers to bring their latest collections to more communities, showcasing the latest range of inspirational fashion, everything from wardrobe essentials and fashion staples to nightwear, accessories, and footwear.

The Bonmarché stores feature exciting collections from their brand ambassadors, Lisa Snowdon and Lorraine Kelly, as well as their everyday luxury brand Dash and casual lifestyle brand Autonomy.

Whilst Peacocks includes new collections from celebrity ambassadors Dani Dyer, Louise Redknapp and Michael Owen, and fashion for all the family with the new Dani Dyer Mini Collection for children.

Amanda Waterfield, Bonmarché Retail Director, commented: “We’re delighted to announce the opening of further Bonmarché concessions within Co-op stores in Lampeter and Shotts – following the successful launch of four branches inside Co-op stores earlier this year.

This new ‘store in store’ concept allows us to showcase our full fashion offering, including our latest collections and exciting celebrity collaborations.

We’re excited to become part of these new communities and offer customers stylish womenswear at exceptional value. This partnership also reflects our continued investment in the local high street, with over 225 Bonmarché stores across the UK, and we want to give a huge thank you to all the teams involved.”

Sharron Lamb, Retail Director at Peacocks, said: “We’re so excited to open a further four Co-op concessions stores across the country, adding to the seven the new Peacocks stores we have opened this year, so far.

With our new Autumn ranges, classic Christmas pjs and winter accessories available in-store now, shoppers can be sure to get everything they need to get ready for the new season at Peacocks.”

Kevin Buchan, Head of Partnerships, Co-op, said: “We are delighted to grow our partnership with Peacocks and Bonmarché, and to work with them to unveil their latest in-store concessions. Co-op is committed to backing high streets and communities, and we work to ensure our stores are more than just a shop. We aim to create a destination in communities combining great quality products, value and deals along with a compelling range of added services – all at the heart of local community life.

Providing a home for Peacocks and Bonmarché inside the local Co-op enables them to bring their latest value fashion collections to more communities, at the same time providing a new store, employment opportunities and additional consumer choice, locally.”

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The 3,622 sq ft store will house both Blue Vanilla, its wide-appeal womenswear proposition, and Pink Vanilla, its younger, trend-led offer targeting 12- to 24-year-olds. It will deliver a diverse fashion offer designed to appeal to Queensgate’s broad customer base.

Pink Vanilla will offer an extensive range of trend-led clothing and accessories aimed at Gen Z shoppers, while Blue Vanilla will provide more elevated day-to-night pieces designed to appeal to a wider demographic and suit a range of occasions.

Vanilla will take a prominent unit on Queensgate’s upper mall, bolstering its quality fashion mix.

With 10 stores currently across the UK, Vanilla Queensgate will be a regional first for the brand, underlining the destination’s strong brand pull and continued leasing momentum, as a centre transformed.

Ed Ginn, Director of Investment Management at Invesco Real Estate, said: “The signing of Vanilla at Queensgate comes at an exciting time for the centre, quickly following a trio of investments from quality, high street brands. Ongoing investment, along with the continued leasing momentum, has transformed the centre, meaning Queensgate is the go-to destination in the East of England. Vanilla’s trend-led and accessible ranges make a great addition, suiting both the fashion needs and wants of our visitors.”

Michelle Burns, Head of Retail Stores at Vanilla, commented: “This has been a long time coming, with Queensgate being a key location for us. Its diverse customer base is a great fit for Vanilla, catering to both trend-aware Gen Z customers and those looking for a new weekday staple or an outfit for the evening. It is a very exciting moment for us as we look ahead to opening this autumn.”

Sovereign Centros from CBRE acts as the appointed asset manager for owner Invesco Real Estate, while CBRE and Time Retail Partners are the letting agents for Queensgate.

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The new identity launches as Crisis marks this year’s Secondhand September with UNSOLD. RETOLD., a creative collaboration bringing together 12 independent makers and designers to transform unsold donated garments into one-of-a-kind fashion pieces. Giving clothing a new chapter, the initiative sees garments that might otherwise have gone to textile recycling reimagined, reconstructed and brought back to life.

For UNSOLD. RETOLD., the 12 makers were invited into Crisis’ Canning Town warehouse to select unsold donated garments and were given a simple brief: give them a new life.

The result is a series of limited collections in which existing garments have been cut, reconstructed, woven, embellished, printed, painted and transformed into completely new, limited edition pieces. The collections go on sale in 16 Crisis stores across London and online, with 50 percent of sales going towards Crisis’ work to end homelessness and 50 percent to the maker.

Dalziel & Pow partnered with Crisis to create a distinctive identity for the ongoing maker collaboration programme ‘Create for Crisis’ and to bring UNSOLD. RETOLD. to life in-store. With the campaign launching just days ahead of London Fashion Week, the brief was to create something with enough personality, energy and attitude to stand alongside the work of the makers themselves.

The result is bold, playful and proudly handmade. Dalziel & Pow has given Create for Crisis a confident new identity, rooted in the spirit of making, creativity and collaboration – designed to feel as individual as the people and pieces behind it.

The new logo brings together two core elements. The first element, the ‘Create for’ lettering, was lino cut and printed by Dalziel & Pow using traditional techniques, reflecting the craft, time and human touch at the heart of the initiative. Alongside it, the original Crisis logo has been playfully reworked, with a strip sliced from the top of its square and lifted away, creating the impression of a pair of scissors at work. Together, the elements give the identity a distinctly handmade feel, celebrating the creativity and craft behind Create for Crisis.

To complement the new identity, Dalziel & Pow created a trio of graphic symbols: a cluster of pins, a sustainability symbol wrapped around a button, and a pair of scissors. Each was lino printed by hand, bringing a tactile, human quality to the system while representing the ideas at the heart of Create for Crisis – craft, creativity, sustainability, collaboration and joy.

The symbols feature across a suite of in-store assets, from window displays and rail boards to swing tags, creating a cohesive campaign presence throughout the stores. All are brought together under the campaign headline: ‘UNSOLD. RETOLD.’.

Within Crisis stores, each participating maker has been given a dedicated space, marked out with a suite of campaign assets designed to celebrate both the collective spirit of UNSOLD. RETOLD. and the individuality of the people behind it.

Because no two makers – or their creative approaches – are alike, neither are their retail stories. Dalziel & Pow created 24 bespoke pieces of in-store storytelling, two for each of the 12 participating makers and designers, drawing directly from their individual personalities, creative practices and work. Together, they create a cohesive campaign presence across the stores, while giving each maker the space to bring their own creative identity to the fore.

The 12-strong collective spans fashion, textiles, knitwear, weaving, reconstruction and upcycling. It includes Marie Lueder, founder of London fashion label LUEDER, who recently created a custom look for RM of BTS for the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show (Elephant & Castle); Hadiyah Hussain (Walthamstow); Olli Hull (Camden and Streatham);The Marcon Court Project (Peckham); Planet Soph (Hackney and Kilburn); Owen Edward Snaith (Finsbury Park);Grandpa’s Shirts (Islington); Kabo Clothing (Brick Lane); Ashley Jess Knight (Camberwell); Green Ancestors(Ealing and Putney); Sean Marsh (Muswell Hill); and Cheshe (Dalston and Archway).

Molly Goldby, Designer, Branding & Communications at Dalziel & Pow, said: “It’s always a joy working with Crisis and this was no different. To mirror the craft of ‘UNSOLD. RETOLD.’, we gave the campaign an organic, handmade style and lino cut the Create for Crisis logo. Incorporating the designers’ sketches and annotations enriched the final result, making this a collaborative, experimental, and joyful project.”

Liz Choonara, Executive Director of Commerce and Enterprise at Crisis, said: “Dalziel & Pow have developed a bold new identity for Create for Crisis and brought UNSOLD. RETOLD. to life in a way that celebrates the individuality at the heart of the project – creating a cohesive campaign that still gives each maker’s own creative identity space to shine. Dalziel & Pow’s work on Create for Crisis and UNSOLD. RETOLD. builds on its ongoing creative relationship with Crisis, including last year’s Pop-Up Crisis on Savile Row and the Crisis Dropshop retail concept.

Together, the new identity and campaign give unsold clothing a new story, independent makers a platform and Create for Crisis a bold new presence in-store.”

To see the full Create for Crisis collections visit: https://shopfromcrisis.org.uk/collections/create-for-crisis

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Inspired by the rush, magic and emotion of the season in the world’s most festive cities, this year’s Christmas Shop takes inspiration from the energy of city life. The space reimagines everyday retail fixtures found in city centres worldwide: the convenience store, newsagent, souvenir shop or bodega to create two bustling store fronts, “Santa’s” Bodega and the “House of Souvenirs” (100 percent merry guarantee included), plus nods to London, NYC, Paris and Berlin, with market hot dog carts stacked with baubles, streetlamps and city-style fly posters dotted throughout. It’s the most fun and ambitious Christmas Shop concept yet; a festive metropolis that invites customers to get delightfully lost in it.

Those looking for the perfect decorations are spoilt for choice, with a record-breaking 1,120 baubles, lights and tree trimmings to pick from – the most options Selfridges has ever stocked – and a selection large enough to fill an 11-foot tree without repeating a single ornament. And with searches for “Christmas” already up almost 300 percent on selfridges.com month on month, it seems customers are more ready than ever to get festive shopping started.

Customers can wander walls of avant-garde baubles; discover personalisable gifts, cards and wrap; stock up on advent calendars, crackers, stockings, wreaths and garlands; and discover the Lemax Christmas Village. From 22nd September, Unlocked members can show their key at the Christmas Shop in exchange for a vending machine token to release Selfridges stickers with designs including a hand-illustrated taxi, snow globe and other Selfridges city icons. There is something for everyone.

Selfridges has also rounded up the most fun decoration themes of the year: ‘Merry Metropolis’, ‘Festive Feasting’, ‘Christmas Cheers’, and ‘Full of Characters’, available to shop now in store at Selfridges London and Selfridges Manchester Trafford and at selfridges.com. The Christmas Shop opens at Selfridges Manchester Exchange on 5th October and Selfridges Birmingham on 12th October. 

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AO has surpassed the impressive milestone of 10 million household appliances processed at its state-of-the-art recycling plant.

If all the appliances recycled at the facility were laid end-to-end, it is estimated that they would stretch around 11,000km – roughly the distance from AO’s recycling facility in Telford, Shropshire, to Buenos Aires, Argentina.

To mark the occasion, AO wrapped the 10 millionth appliance to pass through the site – a washing machine – in gold.

The Bolton-headquartered company is the only UK electrical retailer to wholly own its own recycling plant, which has been operational since 2016.

Every year, around half a million fridges are ‘fed’ to AO’s 80-tonne fridge crushing machine Bertha. More than 500,000 washing machines, tumble dryers and cookers also pass through the site annually – these are recycled or skilfully refurbished on site, with large quantities going on to be sold via trade and outlet shops as part of AO’s commitment to reuse and repurpose.

Robert Sant, group recycling director at AO, said: “We’re incredibly proud to have processed 10 million appliances in a decade.

It’s been amazing to watch our operation grow over the past ten years and this feels like a really significant milestone.”

Output from Bertha makes its way to AO’s nearby plastics recycling and refining facility, which uses state-of-the-art electrostatic and sink-float technology to separate and sort around 10,000 tonnes of fridge plastic annually.

Having invested £2 million into an extruder last year, AO is able to produce high-quality HIPS (High Impact Polystyrene) and ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene) pellets, which can be used to make a wide range of new products.

Plastic processed at the site is currently turned into bathroom extractor fans, sold under well-known brands, including Manrose and Vent-Axia. There are also plans to expand into new areas such as floorcare and broadband products in the future.

Robert added: “Investing millions of pounds in an extruder last year marked another big step forward in our circular capabilities, as it allows us to create more substantial, longer-lasting products.

Our ‘North Star’, as it were, is still to take plastic from an old fridge, process it and feed it into a new one. We’re still not quite there yet but that goal gets closer all the time.”

AO customers can add the Remove & Recycle service at checkout when buying a new appliance; this is included at no extra cost for AO Members.

For anyone not buying a new appliance, AO’s standalone Collect & Recycle service also lets customers book a collection of their old appliance on its own, from just £30.

To see how the process works, you can watch a short video called ‘Recycling the AO Way here.

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Already established on Carnaby Street in Soho, the new c.1,200 sq ft Earlham Street store marks the next stage in K-Way’s UK expansion, representing its third standalone store in the country. The decision to open a second location within Shaftesbury Capital’s portfolio underlines Covent Garden’s position as one of London’s most sought-after retail destinations, known for its curated mix of premium international names, independent concepts, and flagship brand experiences.

Founded in 1965 and renowned for its category-defining packable waterproof windbreaker jacket, K-Way has moved from strength to strength, blending urban fashion with technical outerwear. Alongside its classic windbreakers, K-Way offers a wide variety of jackets, fleeces, and apparel for men, women, and children, and frequently partners with high-end fashion and streetwear brands, such as Fendi, Saint Laurent, Ami Paris, Kappa, and Universal Works.

William Oliver, Director of Retail & Restaurant Leasing at Shaftesbury Capital, said: “The strength of our portfolio lies in the distinct character of each of our neighbourhoods and our long-term approach to curating a mix of brands that enhances these destinations. K-Way has already established a strong presence on Carnaby Street, and its decision to open a second location with us in Covent Garden reflects both the appeal of the neighbourhood and the confidence brands have in our stewardship of London’s West End.”

Lorenzo Boglione, CEO of the BasicNet Group, also commented: “The opening of our third K-Way monobrand store in the UK marks another important milestone in our strategy to strengthen the brand’s presence in one of Europe’s most dynamic retail markets. Following the successful openings on King’s Road in 2025 and Carnaby Street in 2026, Covent Garden was a natural next step: one of the city’s most iconic destinations, renowned for its shopping, culture and international visitors. As we continue to expand our retail network, our goal is to offer an immersive brand experience that fully expresses K-Way’s heritage, innovation and contemporary lifestyle vision.”

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