​WHATS IN STORES

Product Categories, Regional Analysis
Merchandising Analysis

SEASON OF CHOICE

Polka dots are seen in abundance this month.

Taking cues from the catwalks, this popular pattern sees a resurgence across pretty woven separates and dresses as retailers push feminine looks to the fore for early spring drops.

Inverted colour ways, plays on scale and clashing styling inject a modern feel at Topshop and H&M, while classic micro designs speak to the more traditional customer at Peter Jones.

BRANDS AND PREVIEWS

US Retail Previews, UK Retail Previews
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COUNTRY AND SEASON OF CHOICE

Update perennial Americana looks by including toned-down cowboy elements, as seen at Calvin Klein for S/S 18. 

Essential core denim, contrast stitch detailing and slightly boxier silhouettes give these new workwear looks a refined contemporary update, appealing to the premium women's market.

Key items this season are the long-line coat, chore jacket, refined Western shirt and carpenter pant.

BUYING 

Brands to Watch, Buyers' Briefing
Buyers' Picks

SEASONS OF CHOICE

The volume of new product arriving during the A/W 17 period decreased across apparel, footwear and accessories by 7.5% YOY in the UK, and by 3.2% in the US. This was largely led by the accessory category which saw the biggest decreases across regions.
In the UK, accessories new-ins were down by 11.3% YOY, and in the US, accessories decreased by 12.3%.
Categories suffering the largest decrease in new product offering compared with last year include bags, jewellery and watches, down in both UK and US online markets..