But the rate of sales decline has eased over the last half.

Apparel is one of the property firm’s largest spending categories across its town centre portfolio.

The lift in revenue for the first half also comes despite a drop in customer orders and new customers.

Wellington has been the creative lead at Aje since 2020.

“We’ve had countless requests from customers to provide a try-on service," founder Nouf Bader says. 

Retail NZ chief executive Carolyn Young said this continued positivity could be due to inflation staying steady.

From distributing classic comics to establishing a magazine empire, discover the century-long story of Yaffa Media.

The brand entered the Australian market in 2019, growing to two local stores and a dedicated website.

The group has appointed the founder of webcam platform LiveJasmin to the newly expanded board.

Commonwealth Bank senior economist Belinda Allen said this should buoy an interest rate cut tomorrow from the RBA.

According to Tinder data, 30 per cent of all matches on its platform today are happening between LGBTIQA+ users.

The board is set to embark on a new vision for NZFW in 2025 and beyond, which includes greater public access.

The new 3D element will feature in Sydney's new Martin Place Metro Station.

The new store comes amid a surge in second-hand demand in Australia.

The parent company to Australian-born Bonds reported a 2 per cent lift in global sales.

The business is also planning to revamp its store network and other touchpoints.