IGDS connects, informs and supports leading department stores worldwide. We are the world's largest department store association.
Key Facts about the Industry
# of visitors per year:
> 1bn
Estimated global sales:
€350bn p.a.
# of employees worldwide:
450'000
Passing of Ambassador Tantoco
It is with deep sorrow to share the news that Ambassador Bienvenido Tantoco -- Founder and former President of our long-time member Rustan's -- passed away on the 6th of July 2020.
GDSS 2022 in Seattle 'Retailing from the Outside-In'
We are delighted to announce that the 7th Global Department Store Summit (GDSS) is scheduled for 9-10 June 2022 in Seattle, USA.
The in-person Summit, organised by IGDS and Nordstrom, will bring together CEOs and senior executives of department stores, brands, suppliers, service companies and business partners from all continents.
Learn More about GDSS 2022 in Seattle
News
COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 epidemic is now affecting the entire world and its population. The impact of the outbreak to the department store industry and its stakeholders is significant and stressful.
From IGDS Members
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Selfridges
Chanel Corner Shop at Selfridges
Chanel is putting major support behind its Factory 5 launch that marks the centenary of its Chanel N°5 fragrance and has now linked up with...
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Liverpool
‘Delicias de la Cocina’ Campaign at Liverpool
Liverpool, the largest department store in Mexico, collaborated with 14 brands in bringing to life the 6th edition of Delicias de la...
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David Jones
Indigenous Fashion Brands at David Jones
In 2021, Afterpay Australian Fashion Week held a dedicated First Nations runway on Gadigal Country. Presented by Darwin Aboriginal Art...
From the Industry
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Harrods pop-up for Bulgari
Bulgari is using Harrods for a month-long special presentation called Serpenti Maestria (Italian for mastery) that presents fine...
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Bloomie’s new format
Bloomie’s will be a scaled-down, specialized version of Bloomingdale’s department stores, with room for new technologies, food and...
IGDS Intercontinental Network
Department Store Awards
During our international open-enrolments events, we celebrate the best achievements and performances by department stores and their personnel.
The GDSS and WDSF Awards are the reference for the industry.
Our Global Events
Our Summit and Forum provide a unique platform for department stores CEOs, senior executives and major stakeholders to meet and exchange ideas.
