Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Retail Futures: UK Clothing & Footwear Q1 2010" report to their offering.

During a recession, with consumer confidence at a low ebb, keeping your customers satisfied and retaining them is vital for survival. Retailers need to understand how they satisfy their shoppers in order to enhance their appeal and increase customer loyalty. Moreover, an insight into what drives customer satisfaction at competitors is essential to win customers from them.

Opposites attract this spring as unexpected pairings rule the runways. Divergent style themes such as tender & tough, sexy & demure, glamorous & sporty and preppy & punk express the multiple dimensions of a modern woman's lifestyle. By reworking classic favorites with a punk edge, a feminine touch or a sporty detail, a whole new wardrobe can be created.

Shorts and trench coats top the list of hot spring items and dresses reappear with ruching, cutouts and sheer layering, creating a feminine look with an edge. Color palettes range from khaki earth tones to vivid citrus colors, and contrasting black with white and gold with silver also make statements this spring. Overall, embellishments on clothing and accessories transform last season's styles and add personality to any spring wardrobe.

"This spring bold new looks are created by wearing unconventional pieces together," said Stephanie Solomon, operating vice president for fashion direction at Bloomingdale's. "It brings a smile to my face thinking about all the versatility and creative freedom women will have by mixing this season?s hottest trends, from Aqua to Chanel, with pieces they already own."

Seattle-based Nordstrom, Inc. has introduced international shopping online to better serve customers globally, the company announced today. Customers outside and inside the U.S. can now browse and buy merchandise from nordstrom.com in different currencies and easily ship items to 30 countries.

NexCen Brands, Inc. (PINK SHEETS: NEXC) announced today the opening of the 50^th TAF™ franchised store in Mexico. The store opened under an existing master franchise agreement, signed in January 2001, which provides for the opening of an unlimited number of stores in Mexico over a 99-year term.

Luxury French fashion house CHANEL has announced it will open a unique concept boutique at Marina Bay Sands™, Singapore, boosting its presence in Southeast Asia.

In a video interview M&S Chairman Stuart Rose looks at the UK retailer's results for the 52 weeks ended 28 March 2009. He discusses current trading, performances in the group's Food and General Merchandise businesses, International and Online operations, the 20:20 change programme plus outlook.

    In a separate interview Ian Dyson, Group Finance and Operations Director, analyses the numbers.

    The interviews, transcripts and podcasts are available now on http://w3.cantos.com/marks_and_spencer.

    It's free to view. All you need to do is register at http://www.cantos.com. Cantos.com, the online financial broadcaster, features in-depth interviews, documentaries and webcasts with senior company executives. If you would like to contact us, please email enquiries@cantos.com  or phone Tessa Bamford on +44-207-936-1333

If you are looking for a one-stop luxury shopping centre in Thailand's amazing capital city Bangkok, Gaysorn is where you will discover the ultimate of the city's high-end shopping.

    This upscale shopping mall is most easily accessible by the skytrain and other public transportation systems. It is located at the legendary Ratchaprasong district, which is the heart of the city's shopping and leisure destination.

Macy's, Inc. recently announced that the first Bloomingdale's stores outside of the United States will open in February 2010 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), as part of a strategic relationship with Al Tayer Group LLC, a leading UAE-based company with diversified businesses.

No longer satisfied simply by quality and exclusivity, today we desire products which are authentic, time-saving and bespoke.  Real luxury enhances every aspect of our lifestyle and wellbeing; from waking up and smelling the world's finest coffee to owning a custom designed washing machine that steam-cleans our clothes in half the time. Leading brands that have stood the test of time remain faithful to their rich heritage, while staying 100 per cent committed to continually developing new products which make life's finest moments that little bit more sumptuous.

More than simply a new collection, Vertbaudet launches Autumn –
Winter season teens clothes collection full of originality. A fashion style
created for older girls and boys (10 to 18 years old) and for all  tastes.  Award-winning children’s clothes designer and retailer, Vertbaudet
 offers online shoppers the chance to discover fashion products for
 teenagers – and guarantees everyone will be happy with the choice.