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ITV News
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- ITV News
Jo Good's guide to Ascot-inspired fashion on a budget
From chic occasion wear on a budget to fabulous rental finds, Jo Good is back at Royal Ascot with all the inspo you need to RSVP with confidence this summer. Advertisement. We earn commission from some links on this page. When you click on a link, our affiliate partner sets cookies - you can opt out here. Our full disclosure notice is here. Prices correct at time of publication. Paula Echevarría Ruched Grab Bag £11, Primark Andauna: Gold Shimmer Loop Fascinator £19.99, Quiz Butter Yellow Tailored Blazer £149, Nobody's Child Butter Yellow Wide Leg Trousers £89, Nobody's Child Paula Echevarría Straw Seashell Clutch Bag £16, Primark £38, Asos Gold Dome Stud Earrings £10, River Island Jacqui: Statement flower fascinator £75, Accessorize C/Meo Collective Cream Construct Midi Dress £32 for 30 days, Hirestreet Gold Raffia Look Box Clutch £23.99, New Look ASOS DESIGN Paphos pointed high heeled court shoes in gold £26, Asos Earrings£3.99, H&M (In-store only) Jo's look: Two tone bow disc fascinator black £60, Accessorize Navy Polka Dot Tie Front Jumpsuit £66, River Island
Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Times
Business live: FTSE 100 opens down after Trump warning to Tehran
The FTSE 100 has opened down 40 points, or 0.45 per cent, at 8,835.33, days after hitting a new all-time high, with concerns about increased tensions in the Middle East. The more UK-focused FTSE 250 dipped 12 points, or 0.06 per cent. Brent crude, which was higher earlier on concerns over supply from Iran, was down 0.4 per cent at $72.96 a barrel. Earlier safe-haven buying of gold eased with the price flat at $3,385.09 an ounce. The pound was down against the dollar at $1.36. In other corporate news this morning: Informa: The FTSE 100 events and academic publishing group said it was on track to meet full-year expectations before its annual general meeting later this morning. The company reported underlying revenue growth of 9.3 per cent for the five months to May 31. Morgan Sindall: The construction and infrastructure company expects full-year results for 2025 will be significantly ahead of its previous expectations. Trading has been strong in its fit-out and construction businesses. It is the second uplift in its outlook since its results in February. Asos: The online fashion retailer has announced the departure of its finance director Dave Murray, who will leave the group at the end of this month. The retailer has appointed Aaron Izzard, his deputy at present, to succeed him. The FTSE 100 industrial equipment hire group has warned that rental revenue in the current financial year will slow to between 0 per cent and 4 per cent amid continued weakness in the US construction market. The warning came as Ashtead posted full-year results that showed operating profits slipped 5 per cent to $2.12 billion, from $2.23 billion, in the 12 months to the end of April. Revenue fell 1 per cent to $10.79 billion from $10.85 billion as the company reported 4 per cent growth in group rental revenue. Ashtead said it was on track to shift its primary listing to the US in the first three months of 2026. America accounted for 98 per cent of operating profits last year and is home to Ashtead's Sunbelt rentals division. John Lewis has poached Anna Braithwaite, the former marketing director of Marks & Spencer, as its new chief customer officer. Braithwaite was a key figure behind the transformation of M&S. Isabella Fish, retail editor, writes that the move signals renewed ambition in John Lewis's attempt to win back the shoppers of middle England. As chief customer officer, Braithwaite will oversee marketing and customer experience across all John Lewis channels. Her focus will be on reviving the brand's core promise of quality, value and service. She will join John Lewis on October 1. European markets are expected to open down after President Trump left the G7 early to return to Washington and urged Iranians to evacuate Tehran as fighting between Israel and Iran entered a fifth day. Trump is also reported to have called the US national security council to be ready on his return. The FTSE 100 is forecast to open 48 points, or 0.5 per cent lower, with stock markets in Germany and France expected to fall as investors move into safe-haven assets. Gold rose close to $3,400 an ounce after dropping yesterday. The dollar strengthened and yields on US government bonds fell as investor bought Treasuries, traditionally a safe haven investment although recent events suggest their status may be shifting. Brent crude gained 0.78 per cent to $73.77 a barrel on concerns about supply from Iran, a big Opec oil producer. • For the latest on the Middle East tensions, follow here 1 Businesses intend to lay off staff and increase prices to deal with the £25 billion rise in payroll taxes announced by Rachel Reeves at the October budget, researchers have said. Of 500 owners of businesses, 33 per cent plan to reduce headcount, says a survey by Censuswide. 2 Oil prices receded and equities rose as traders bet that the Iran-Israel conflict would not escalate into a wider war. Reports that Iran is seeking a peace deal and evidence that oil supplies are unaffected reversed a sharp rally in crude prices. 3 The prospect of a takeover bid for Metro Bank sent shares in the lender surging to their highest in more than two years. The stock rose by 18.4 per cent after it was reported Pollen Street Capital, owner of Shawbrook Bank, made an approach. 4 German-owned Ensus, Britain's biggest producer of carbon dioxide for use in operating theatres and food and drink, has threatened closure as a result of the US-UK trade deal. 5 Entain's US betting and gaming joint venture raised full-year revenue and profit guidance. In a trading update, the group said 'positive momentum' of BetMGM continued in the second quarter. 6 Jaguar Land Rover has downgraded its earnings forecast and cashflow expectations for this year. JLR said its profit margins in the year to March would come in between 5 per cent and 7 per cent.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Asos Breaks Into U.S. Retail With First Pop-up Store in New York City's SoHo
Asos, the British online fashion retailer, has opened its first pop-up store in the U.S. The temporary retail space, named 'Summer, Styled by Asos,' is located at 120 Wooster Street in SoHo, New York City. The pop-up will be open from Friday through June 22 and features a selection of men's and women's clothing and accessories across two floors. 'The U.S. is a hugely important market for Asos, and our customers here come to us because they love the unique mix of styles and brands we offer, especially those that can be hard to find elsewhere. This pop-up is about bringing that experience to life in a real, physical way,' Sean Trend, Asos managing director, told WWD via email. More from WWD Germany Emerges as Europe's New Capital of Fashion E-commerce Top 10 Fashion Brands on TikTok Asos Offloads Topshop to Bestseller, Partners With H&M Group for Cheap Monday's Comeback According to Trend, New York City was the obvious place for Asos to debut its first pop-up store in the U.S. 'SoHo, especially, felt like the perfect fit. The neighborhood has high foot traffic and strong cultural relevance among our target audience. It's vibrant, creative, and always ahead of the curve, just like our customers,' he said. The Asos pop-up will feature spring and summer 2025 pieces from Asos' own collections, as well as exclusive products, seasonal updates and items from other partner brands. Shoppers will also find Arrange, Asos' elevated premium brand, which debuted in March. The store's design highlights different themes, including occasion wear and summer essentials, with prices ranging from $10 to $300. 'This pop-up brings that curated mix into a physical space. It reflects what customers love about shopping Asos online: a diverse and inclusive range of styles across brands, sizes and aesthetics. That includes our extended size ranges like plus, tall and petite, which we see as a genuine point of difference in this market,' Trend said. Inside the pop-up, customers can also browse and order from the full Asos online collection, creating a seamless experience between in-store and digital shopping. The pop-up also includes interactive launch events, giveaways and exclusive treats during the opening weekend. Some experiences require advanced sign-up through the event platform Partiful. The pop-up is seen as a test-and-learn moment for Asos, according to Trend. 'We're focused on making this first activation a success and exploring how we might bring similar experiences to other U.S. cities. While permanent retail isn't the immediate plan, it's something we may revisit in the future if the opportunity feels right,' he said, adding that the brand is already planning a mini pop-up at Surf Lodge in the Hamptons over Fourth of July weekend. 'This is just the beginning,' Trend said. Best of WWD Every Winner in Miss World History: Opal Suchata Chuangsri, Priyanka Chopra and More French Open's Most Memorable Tennis Outfits and Kits: Serena Williams' Fierce Nike Catsuit, Naomi Osaka's Sakura-Inspired Look and More Labubu Street Style Wave: How the Viral Charms Are Styled as Accessories, Photos
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Asos and Checkout.com partner to boost online shopping experience
UK-based online fashion retailer Asos has collaborated with global digital payments provider to enhance the online shopping experience for its customers. The collaboration aims to increase payment acceptance rates, reduce failed payments and ensure a checkout experience that aligns with Asos' speed and simplicity needs. Asos payments head Andrew Proctor stated: ' is ideally set up to meet an enterprise merchant's needs for flexibility, while still delivering seamless payments. Our customers are global and always on, [and] every interaction needs to feel effortless, from discovery to delivery. Payments are a critical part of that experience.' Asos operates on a global scale, catering to a dynamic customer base with a high volume of daily transactions. Two-thirds of Gen Z shoppers rarely visit physical stores, so the demand for seamless digital experiences is at an all-time high. The partnership with is expected to address these demands by refining the payment process. This move is expected to benefit Asos by bolstering customer satisfaction and loyalty in its key markets. chief revenue officer Antoine Nougué stated: 'Asos is one of the most recognisable and forward-thinking brands in global fashion. 'They understand exactly how to engage a digital-first audience and set the pace for what modern e-commerce should look like. As a digital payments provider, is proud to support that vision by delivering the payment performance required to match their global reach and creative ambition. Our platform ensures that the payment experience doesn't slow down the moment, helping Asos stay ahead of the expectations of a fast-moving digital generation.' In May 2025, Asos collaborated with InPost, a provider of automated parcel machine services, to introduce nationwide next-day delivery service to lockers. "Asos and partner to boost online shopping experience" was originally created and published by Retail Insight Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
Forbes
04-06-2025
- Business
- Forbes
Bosses Pledge To Topshop Store As U.K. Fashion Icon Plots Return
After four years away, a Topshop store could be back on main street by August as the famous U.K. fashion retailer plans a return to bricks and mortar. The once hugely successful fashion brand, which was founded in 1964, had more than 500 stores across the world at the peak of its fame and was one of the most prominent names on the British high street. Topshop was one of the powerhouses of the global apparel world in the late 1990s and early 2000s and was the flagship of Sir Philip Green's all-encompassing Arcadia empire, with stores worldwide including on Fifth Avenue, New York. The company's global flagship on the junction of Regent Street and Oxford Street in the heart of London's West End was a huge draw for shoppers of all ages and Topshop became the queen of cheap chic. Its iconic flagship was recently reopened as an urban IKEA store by the Swedish giant. However, since its stores closed in 2021, the retailer has focused on selling its apparel via the likes of online retailer Asos and through pop-ups. In September last year, Asos sold a 75% stake in Topshop and Topman to the Heartland, an arm of Bestseller. Asos sold the majority stake in the business for $178 million to the Danish fashion business controlled by the major Asos shareholder Anders Povlsen, who already owns popular European retail brands including Jack & Jones and Vero Moda via his Bestseller business. The deal helped it repay debts and at the time there were rumors that the deal could see the brand return to the high stree. Asos acquired Topshop with other brands just over three years prior for nearly $435 million. Last month, Topshop hosted a pop-up event at Defected Records in East London, which drew in huge crowds and bosses have now said that the overwhelming reaction from the public has led to discussions about the brand's future. Speaking to Drapers about future plans for physical stores, Topshop managing director Michelle Wilson said that it was something that the company had been working on 'all the time' and confirmed that the retailer will have a permanent store presence 'at some point'. Wilson said: 'In the shorter term that will be something with partner support and in the longer term we will do something standalone.' She added that the return of Topshop will begin through working with wholesale partnerships from this August, before relaunching standalone stores. Much of the excitement surrounding the relaunch has been shaped by the brand's own social media. 'We promised on socials that we would be there in August,' said Wilson. 'We have something planned in August to bring Topshop back into real life again, with a more semi-permanent presence than the one-day pop-up.' Wilson was appointed managing director of the apparel brands Topshop and Topman in February, along with Moses Rashid, founder of sneaker resale site The Edit Ldn, who became global marketing director. First part of Sir Philip Green's Arcadia Group, the Topshop and Topman brands were snapped up in 2021 by Asos, alongside Miss Selfridge, after Topshop fell into administration in late 2020 as part of the collapse of Green's retail group as the disgraced former retail guru saw his business empire fall apart. Asos retained a 22.5% stake and its Topshop partner, the Seattle-based department store group Nordstrom, which owns just over 2% of the business, with Heartland controlling the remainder. Heartland is an investment and holding company representing the interests of the Holch Povlsen family, and their family business Bestseller, and it completed the deal through its subsidiary Aktieslskabet, pledging to look at the viability of a Topshop store.
