Sweden's H&M, the world's second-biggest fashion retailer, said on Monday it was shocked by the use of deadly force against protesters in Myanmar and that it had paused placing orders in the country.
While fashion fanatics will welcome the ever-increasing presence of international brands like UNIQLO, H&M, and Zara, the domestic consumer base has already lost a significant portion of its purchasing power amid the influence of the global health crisis on the economy, forcing domestic brands to face increased competition with new strategies to retain their business.
Crown Princess Victoria wows in H&M gown as she receives honour at LGBTQ awards
By Heather Cichowski The
coronavirus pandemic has meant there are less opportunities for people to dress up as they stay safe at home. This also applies to royals around the world, where formal events have been cancelled entirely or turned virtual. So, it was delightful to see
Crown Princess Victoria dressed up in a new portrait released by Kungahuset to coincide with a
LGBTQ honour she received.
Swedish royal was voted one of the winners at
QX magazine s Gay Gala, following a speech she gave at the inauguration of Stockholm Pride in 2020. Unfortunately, the gala was cancelled due to
Synopsis
A qualified lawyer, Ramirez joined H&M 18 years ago. Originally from Mexico, she started her retail career with H&M in the UK as a store sales adviser and then moved on to become an area manager. She also served as the country HR head for H&M in the UK and then joined the global sales and operations HR team in Sweden, the company said in the statement.
Hennes & Mauritz has announced Yanira Ramirez as the new country sales manager, four months after its India head Janne Einola quit the company.
Ramirez, an 18-year H&M veteran, has previously worked as the global sales manager for H&M’s fashion brand &Other Stories.