TRADE NEWS Return of cash ideal for small firms Mayoral candidates urged to engage small businesses High street stores could decline in the face of online retailers Sainsbury's to increase non-food retail Wholesalers could be hit by rising manufacturing costs Technology easing wholesale operations Government urged to tackle corporation tax Carrier bag charges receive consumer backing Credit crunch not dampening online retail spirits Domain name important for small firms Retailers urged to act on climate change Councils urged to help small businesses Borough Market wins prestigious accolade Small retailers web presence vital London retailers thriving despite crunch Thornaby shopping centre to provide space for small retailers Sir Phillip advises retailers to be inventive Retailers property prospects not harmed by crunch Chamber launches new eco-shopping bag Retailers confident despite crunch Small retailers could face legal changes Online fashion retailers drive women to the internet Interest rate cut provides wholesaler boost Online sales set to break £100b mark Independent retailers spring up in the north-east Small retailers face taxation worries Training could boost performance of independent retailers Independent retailers increase online advertising spend Dragon's Den contestant boosts business Google advises independent e-retailers Complex legal changes confusing independent retailers Online retailers urged to address consumer concerns Web sales increase over the Easter period M&S provide green example for independent retailers Retailers back BBFC control of video games Shoppers reject plastic bag tax New regulations unlikely to threaten retailers right to offer 'buy one get one free' Mothercare sales boost retail hopes New campaign to help under-prepared retailers Independent retailers receive legal boost bssa Sales Monitor survey launched Brighton Gift Fair is back Wholesalers and retailers slam property tax changes   Trade News Archive   April 08   March 08   February 08   January 08 Subscribe to our newsletter   Go to The Wholesaler UK Directory 14th April 2008 Online fashion retailers drive women to the internet Women are increasingly turning to the online stores for their dose of retail therapy, a new study has revealed. According to recent research, Irish women are leading the way amongst online female consumers, with almost half shopping over the internet, helping to drive the sales of online clothes by 40 per cent over the last two years, the Irish Independent reports. Elizabeth Greehy, editor of popular website stylebible, reveals that the fashion industry growth was inevitable following the successful internet sales enjoyed in other sectors. "The fashion world is simply following in the footsteps of every other major commodity in this country by rapidly selling online," she told the publication. "'In the same way, women are replenishing their wardrobes without moving from the PC. You can find pretty much anything you're looking for online these days, whether it's designer hair pieces or magic knickers. "For women who don't have the time or energy to hit the high street, online shopping is convenient and easy. It also gives them access to niche market products such as plus-size clothes or larger shoes," Ms Greehy added. The growth in the sale of fashion items could provide a valuable for clothes and textile wholesalers who could take advantage of the increase in sales by selling more stock.   (c) 2008 Adfero Ltd   Find UK based fashion wholesalers here