Drapers examines the impact the US-Israel war with Iran is wreaking on fashion retail supply chains and consumer confidence as uncertainty continues.

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At this year’s Drapers Conscious Fashion Awards, women's knitwear brand Alpaca Apparel was voted the One to Watch by Drapers' Den judges and audience. Founder Claire Turner reveals what winning meant to her, hopes for more British fibre processing incentives and why she steers clear of mass production.

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As Wolverine Worldwide-owned footwear brand Merrell is bagging new stockists and demographics in a bid to get more consumers outside, EMEA vice-president and general manager Tim Selby explains its strategies.

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On the 13th anniversary of the Rana Plaza factory disaster in Bangladesh, Drapers explores the ongoing challenges of garment manufacturing in one of the world’s most significant fashion sourcing destinations – as well as its many advantages.

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Mary Katrantzou has made her debut in childrenswear with a collaboration with Greek retailer and brand Lapin House. Featuring items for girls and boys, the London-based designer tells Drapers about the range and how her heritage inspired her designs.

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Australian sleepwear designer Peter Alexander tells Drapers about his dreams for UK expansion. 

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Men's and women's knitwear brand Salts Cashmere was launched in September by Martin Parker and Austen Pickles. Parker tells Drapers how the business is bringing character to cashmere and his growth plans.

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As retailers such as John Lewis and Frasers start to harness AI and its potential for easy hyper-personal shopping, Drapers explores the challenges they must tackle and priorities for businesses looking to stand out. 

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Anthropologie’s European Union marketing and PR team is made up of 12 people working across brand marketing, social media and events. Based at the brand’s office on Brick Lane in east London, the team reveals what their working day looks like and how they are tackling the challenge of artificial intelligence.

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As Gymshark prepares to open its first gym later this year, new chief commercial officer, Carly Natalizia, reveals details of her life as part of the Solihull-based global activewear brand's executive team.

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