// June’s growth is also the highest annual result since March 2008

// The results showed little impact from the re-opening of the high street

“Back in 2007, we developed the Original Earthkeepers® boot with a goal of creating the most responsible product we’d ever made. Today, we apply all we’ve learned about responsible material usage and production practices to everything we make. With this in mind, we bring you the Earthkeepers® collection of stylish footwear for men, women and kids, and quality ethical clothing for men. Each piece in this collection is made from sustainably sourced materials wherever possible – like recycled rubber, eco-conscious leather and organic cotton – so you can feel good about what you wear, and look great too.”

“I’m very excited to announce the launch of the Prada Re-Nylon collection. Our ultimate goal will be to convert all Prada virgin nylon into Re-Nylon by the end of 2021. This project highlights our continued efforts towards promoting a responsible business. This collection will allow us to make our contribution and create products without using new resources.”

They aim to have;
85% recycled + certified paper
100% renewable electricity 
-723 tons of co2 emissions 

"The Group's mission is to design, produce and distribute high-end clothing, leather goods, footwear and accessories under the Dolce&Gabbana brand, as well as manage, through its licensees, the production and distribution of the fragrances, make-up, eyewear, timepieces and jewels lines."

Burberry
“Our vision is to establish Burberry's position firmly in luxury fashion. By sharpening our positioning in the most rewarding and enduring segment of the market, we will drive sustainable growth and higher margins over time, while continuing to deliver attractive returns.”

The Spanish fashion retailer said the collection will draw inspiration from Mediterranean lifestyle and culture, and will include bed linen, duvet covers, cushions, blankets, towels, bathrobes, candles and mikados.

The debut collection will focus on textile products for the bedroom, living room and bathroom, while products for the kitchen and dining room will be added from the autumn/winter 2021 season.

Then there’s Alexander McQueen, who opened new stores in 20 cities and regions in the last two years, and has plans to double its retail network to 130 units. The company is also planning on opening a bigger store at its current Rue Saint-Honoré location and has a retail project planned for Los Angeles. The news was reported by WWD.

2.Symmetrical merchandising is a technique used to display your product, can you name another two?
-Pyramid merchandising is a triangle display. The largest item in the centre and then place the smaller ones on the outside
-Price points. Key products should be highlighted with clear price points on larger signs, which will draw the customer’s attention.
 

3.What should be displayed on a front facing wall fixture?
Anything that looks better from the front, more statement pierces that 

4.How should you merchandise a mid floor fixture? 
They should be on different levels so they are separated from the rest and is easier to see and their for easier to shop.

5.What products should be displayed on a table?
Accessories and shoes etc. Wallets, jewellery anything small that needs displaying on a higher fixture.

6.What are Adjacencies?
They are categories or departments located next to each other in a store. 

7.What is a planogram?
They are visual representations of a store's products or services on display. They are considered a tool for visual merchandising.