PLT to launch a resale platform to try to boost its sustainable credentials. However, it is likely that it will struggle to compete with the likes of Depop, as its branding won't appeal to older shoppers, or those wanting to buy/sell items differing from the usual PLT aesthetic.

M&S stocking Clinique demonstrates its focus on growing beauty, like fellow clothing specialist Next, and how it is using strong brands to help build its offer and credibility in the sector.

The closure of Debenhams' stores has created an opportunity for other physical retailers to capture beauty spend on high streets with Boots, Next and M&S all fighting for this.

Our Cosmetics & Toiletries webinar is this Wednesday at 3pm looking at category winners & losers in the sector. If you've got 30 mins to spare, sign up for a quick overview of our expectations for the global market bit.ly/3h7vJ0a

Breaking: Steve Rowe is stepping down as chief executive of Marks & Spencer at results in May after doing “many of the hard yards to restore the business to what it should be”. No successor named. But says “planned succession programme”

Re the M&S announcements, why is Stuart Machin called Chief Executive rather than Co-Chief Executive the way Katie Bickerstaffe is?

DFS unveils data-driven growth strategy as profits dip, @Matt_GDRetail spoke to Marketing Week marketingweek.com/dfs-strategy-m…

Changing rooms: Why H&M, Next and Joules are making over the homewares sector, @Matt_GDRetail spoke to Retail Week: retail-week.com/home-and-diy/c…

Tesco partnership will broaden Homebase’s appeal, says GlobalData. Read Kate Ormrod's thoughts here: globaldata.com/tesco-partners…

Easter spending in the UK to reach £1.7bn in 2022, says GlobalData. Read Zoe Mills's thoughts here: globaldata.com/easter-spendin…

Almost 50% of shoppers could boycott brands that do not have a firm stance on Ukraine, @Lia_GDConsumer spoke to Retail Gazette: retailgazette.co.uk/blog/2022/03/a…

Next warns of acceleration in price hikes and £85m sales hit amid Russia-Ukraine conflict, Emily Salter spoke to Sky News: news.sky.com/story/next-war…

Analysis: Why Kingfisher’s success is built on more than just lockdown headwinds, @kunaal_gdretail spoke to Retail Week: retail-week.com/home-and-diy/a…

WH Smith must improve its online proposition by offering more than rapid delivery. Read @kunaal_gdretail's thoughts here: globaldata.com/wh-smith-must-…

What are the biggest #Trends you should adopt in order to succeed in #online #Apparel? Join today's #webinar to explore the latest forecasts and more. Register here: bit.ly/3p6nd6c

Primark 's new website finally brings some modernity to the brand. It looks so much more elevated and functional, and the stock availability checker is sure to be appreciated by consumers. Hopefully, a transactional website is on the horizon!

Will Primark’s new website drive future growth? Louise Deglise-Favre spoke to just-style.com: just-style.com/news/analysis-…

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