Retail roundup
From global fashion names to homegrown retail groups, there are plenty happening across the retail landscape. Here’s a look at the latest openings, leadership moves, and collection launches that are creating buzz across the style and retail scene.
Ganni
Danish label Ganni makes its highly anticipated debut in the Philippines with the opening of its first pop-up at R1 Level, Power Plant Mall, Rockwell Center, Makati City.
The store highlights a carefully chosen lineup from the Pre-Fall 2025 collection, featuring both ready-to-wear pieces and accessories. Staying true to its sustainability ethos, the pop-up incorporates custom fixtures made from recycled materials such as plastic waste, rubber, and locally sourced fabrics.
As a certified B Corp, Ganni champions progress over perfection—pushing for responsible practices across its business through initiatives like Fabrics of the Future and ongoing circular design programs.
Oysho
Spanish activewear and lifestyle brand Oysho officially opens its first store in the Philippines, located at SM Mall of Asia in Pasay City, one of Asia’s largest retail destinations.
Known for its blend of comfort, performance, and style, Oysho offers collections that support a well-balanced active lifestyle. Its range of versatile pieces easily transitions from workouts to leisure, whether for yoga sessions, high-intensity training, or relaxed everyday wear. Each design reflects the brand’s mission to empower modern women to move freely and feel confident in their own skin.
Uniqlo
Uniqlo reaches a new milestone with the opening of its 80th store in the Philippines, marking its first branch in San Juan City at Greenhills Mall. The 2,943-square-meter location embodies the brand’s LifeWear philosophy, delivering timeless, high-quality essentials designed to make daily life more comfortable. Paying homage to its new neighborhood, the store features unique visuals inspired by Greenhills’ landmarks and local favorites, such as Bun Run, 717 Deli, Chocfull of Nuts, and Hainan Guy.
Adding to the excitement, Uniqlo also unveiled the Fall/Winter 2025 Uniqlo and JW Anderson collection. Taking cues from classic British fieldwear, the collaboration combines functional design with a touch of heritage styling. Designer Jonathan Anderson describes the collection as “a refresh of the British winter wardrobe,” introducing playful updates and warm new hues to familiar favorites like utility jackets, ponchos, jeans, and Oxford shirts.
Fendi
The Roman luxury house Fendi has announced Maria Grazia Chiuri as its new chief creative officer. Bernard Arnault, chairman and CEO of LVMH Group, praised the appointment, calling Chiuri “one of the greatest creative talents in fashion today.” He expressed confidence that her leadership will drive the Maison’s artistic renewal while honoring its storied heritage.
Fendi chairman and CEO Ramon Ros echoed this sentiment, adding that, “The role of a creative director is no longer to simply design beautiful clothes, but to curate a culture and hold a mirror to the world we live in.” He emphasized Chiuri’s vision and influence as key to strengthening Fendi’s legacy of Italian craftsmanship and mentoring future creative talents within the house.
Sonak Retail Group
Sonak Retail Group, a major player in the Philippines’ sports, fashion, and lifestyle sectors, has appointed Kabir Buxani as its new chief executive officer. A third-generation leader of the company founded by his grandfather, Kay Sham Buxani, Kabir has been instrumental in modernizing operations, including launching Sonak’s e-commerce platform and integrating automation systems to sustain long-term growth.
Under his leadership, the company aims to expand its global footprint by opening more stores, bringing in new international brands, and forming key partnerships with Japan’s ABC-Mart, Inc., and Spain’s Bullpadel. Known for distributing leading brands such as Asics, Onitsuka Tiger, Molten, and Mikasa, Sonak continues to play a vital role in shaping the region’s consumer landscape. Kabir assumes the CEO role following a transition period guided by his father, Anil Buxani, who remains as chairman of the Sonak Group.
