Struggling high streets are getting a surprising boost from an unlikely source – online retailers – as hybrid shopping takes off, writes JULENA DRUMI Online retail is widely viewed as the nemesis of the high street, the invisible trader knocking the heart, soul and commercial vitality out of our towns and cities. However, a new […]
Casual look leaves the suit’s future hanging in the balance
Suit yourself: office workers now prefer smart casual Is the office suit a thing of the past? JULENA DRUMI says the pandemic has redefined workwear For generations of male workers the suit and tie has been the ubiquitous office uniform, often telling us something about the wearer – from cheap, ill-fitting high street options, worn […]
St James Quarter puts on the style
Edinburgh Style opens on the 14th October Influencers are headlining the Edinburgh fashion festival, writes JULENA DRUMI Edinburgh’s new St James Quarter is preparing to dress to impress as part of its commitment to being more than a retail destination. The first ‘Edinburgh Style’ event will showcase a line-up of fashion and beauty workshops hosted […]
Bentley and Macallan global partnership off to a flyer
The Flying Spur launched at the Macallan distillery on Speyside Two of Britain’s long-established luxury brands have embarked on a global partnership they hope will lead to a series of collaborative ventures as they both work towards a sustainable future, writes JULENA DRUMI. Bentley, a by-word for motoring majesty, chose to introduce its second plug-in […]
Material progress in war on fashion waste
Ross Powell: ‘it opened my eyes to the damage being done by the fashion industry’ Interview: Ross Powell, CEO, Cashmere Circle As a teenager Ross Powell thought he’d found the ideal job once he’d completed his studies – greenkeeping at a local golf course just as he was developing a talent for playing the game. For […]