Inside Retail
OCTOBER 27, 2024
Mosaic Brands is expected to enter administration as early as todday, the Australian Financial Review has reported. FTI Consulting will facilitate the administration, according to the publication’s sources. Last month, the fashion retailer said it would wind down five of its brands to focus on its other five businesses as it struggles to remain afloat due to operational issues.
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Newmark Retail UK & EMEA has advised French Optician and audiologist Optical Center in entering the UK market, securing its first 10 stores in London. The most recent store opening in the capital is located at 42 Braccan Walk, Bracknell and spans over 2,000 sq ft, featuring inhouse opticians, optometrists and audiologists as well as high-end brands of eyewear to choose from such as Ray-Ban, Oakley and Gucci.
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Design Boom
OCTOBER 23, 2024
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Design Week
OCTOBER 24, 2024
The UK’s biggest sign-language school for deaf children has a new classroom building by architects Manalo & White and Richard Lyndon Design, whose founder Richard Dougherty is one of five deaf architects qualified to practice in the UK.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron
2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt
Retail Times
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Iceland Foods has hit a major milestone in its ongoing commitment to reducing food waste, by redistributing 2.5 million meals to local communities throughout 2024 with its partnership with Olio. Since partnering with the food-sharing app, Olio, in 2022, Iceland has saved a staggering 3,228 tonnes of food from going to waste.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Amazon is preparing to launch a low-cost storefront as it ramps up its fightback against Chinese deep-discounting rivals Temu and Shein. The US retail giant is imposing price caps for the first time in its history, regulating how much vendors can charge for their items in order to be featured on the new portal. “We are always exploring new ways to work with our selling partners to delight our customers with more selection, lower prices and greater convenience,” an Amazon spokesperson
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Retail Focus
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Merry Hill is celebrating a landmark year for tenant commitments, with 25 deals completed in 2024, representing 110,000 sq ft of space at the top 10 UK retail and leisure destination. Renewals formed over half of these, underscoring Merry Hill’s performance, where leading brands succeed and want to stay long-term. The 15 brands that have renewed at Merry Hill this year span its diverse line-up, including British book retailer Waterstones, which covers two floors near the flourishing Leisure Quar
Design Week
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Elizabeth Laraki was looking forward to speaking at the Upscale conference in Malaga next month. As the former UX Design Lead at Google Maps, and Director of Product Design, Social Impact, at Facebook, Laraki is one of the foremost voices in the UI/UX space.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A stylish lifestyle range designed by a fine art student, is now available online and in John Lewis and Waitrose stores, aiming to raise donations to make a real and lasting difference to the lives of young people who are care experienced.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Australia’s two main retail lobby groups have revealed the name of their upcoming merger , and are now recruiting a CEO to lead the new organisation. Earlier, the Australian Retailers Association and the National Retail Association announced they decided to merge, and now they have disclosed the name: Australian Retail Council. “The ARA and NRA have already unified on key issues including retail crime, election priorities and workplace relations,” said Nicole Sheffield, ARA pre
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Theatro
OCTOBER 22, 2024
78% of Holiday Shoppers Concerned about Store Safety This Year, New Theatro Survey Shows Despite safety concerns, one in four shoppers say they plan to shop more in-person for holiday gifts–but with higher expectations, lower patience, and delayed purchases as economic pressures and tech annoyances loom large. Purpose of this Study 2024 has been a tough year for many.
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The luxury activewear brand is a favourite among celebrities such as Taylor Swift and Kendall Jenner, and is set to make an even greater impact in London, with new stores opening on the Brompton Road and Covent Garden respectively. Founded in Los Angeles in 2007, Alo Yoga offers a stylish and comfortable selection of high-end activewear and loungewear, that is versatile and can be worn from studio to street, as well as offering a range of accessories and wellness products.
Design Week
OCTOBER 22, 2024
AI is a “levelling up tool” that can help smaller organisations create bigger impact, according to UnitedUs design director Carl Rylatt. The Brighton-based studio recently rebranded the food education charity Table Talk Foundation.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As part of a multi-year partnership, Wrangler® has launched its highly anticipated apparel collaboration with country superstar Lainey Wilson, the first ever for the Grammy-winning recording artist. Next-generation country icon Lainey Wilson’s creative energy saddles up with Wrangler’s Western heritage to bring consumers a joyful patchwork of contemporar
Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Metcash ‘s sales increased year over year in the fiscal first half, with its food category posting double-digit growth. The group’s sales rose 6.3 per cent, and food, excluding tobacco, climbed 18.5 per cent. Supermarkets and convenience went up 3 per cent, and Superior Foods grew 6.4 per cent. Meanwhile, liquor sales jumped 2.1 per cent, and hardware sales improved by 2.8 per cent, as Independent Hardware Group (IHG) and Total Tools’ sales expanded by 2.6 per cent and 3.7 per
Theatro
OCTOBER 22, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 78% of Holiday Shoppers Concerned about Store Safety This Year, New Theatro Survey Shows Despite safety concerns, one in four shoppers say they plan to shop more in-person for holiday gifts–but with higher expectations, lower patience and delayed purchases as economic pressures and tech annoyances loom large. DALLAS–October 22, 2024–As the 2024 holiday shopping season kicks off, budget constraints, tech annoyances, and safety concerns are driving sky-high expectations for w
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The vaping market has exploded in recent years, with a myriad of options available for both newcomers and seasoned vapers. Among the plethora of choices, the Hayati Pro Max 4000 Disposable Vape stands out as a formidable contender. With impressive features and a wide range of flavours, it promises an enhanced vaping experience. Before you dive into the world of the Hayati Pro Max 4000 , here’s what you should know.
Retail Design Blog
OCTOBER 22, 2024
The QuadReal building at 200 King Street in Toronto showcases a redesigned Green Room lounge by Figure3, blending 1920s opulence.
Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive
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Retail Times
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! British heritage brand Denby Pottery has launched direct-to-consumer (DTC) ecommerce capabilities into 29 European markets, in partnership with ESW, ending years of post-Brexit trading challenges. Denby Pottery prides itself on the strength and craftsmanship of its stoneware, which it has made on-site in Derbyshire, England, for more than 200 years.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Dog brand Bark has collaborated with Crocs to launch a pet footwear collection, Pet Crocs for dogs. Pet Crocs are constructed of breathable EVA foam and come in three sizes with glow-in-the-dark marbled Green Slime and Pink Dragon Fruit options. They have an adjustable strap for increased support, a sticky tread bottom, and ventilation holes on top.
Design Week
OCTOBER 28, 2024
The designers of an edible snack bar wrapper say it’s vital to balance eco-creds and emotional connection in sustainable projects. London agency This Way Up designed the edible wrappers for One Good Thing’s oat and protein bars.
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 28, 2024
A commercial air conditioning system is a vital component for many businesses. From maintaining a comfortable atmosphere for customers and employees to safeguarding temperature-sensitive equipment, the reliability of an AC unit is critical. However, when a sudden breakdown occurs, delaying repairs can lead to costly damages, energy inefficiency, and prolonged downtime.
Speaker: Ashlee Aldridge - Reach Partners LLC | Bill Mirabito - Chameleon Collective | Ronak Shah - PSA Retail & CPG, Amazon Web Services | Wayne Teigen - Pivotree
What trends can online merchants expect after more than two years of exponential growth? Companies must expand on the trends that exploded during the pandemic if they want to see continued growth in their businesses while facing a recessionary economy. From social commerce to BOPIS, the name of the game is to meet and sell to customers wherever they are, through multiple channels.
Retail Design Blog
OCTOBER 25, 2024
The design narrative of Polène’s Seoul flagship store is a sophisticated exploration of space through the metaphorical and practical use.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Superdrug has signed up reality TV queen Gemma Collins as the ultimate ‘Beauty Boss’ to support its seasonal offering and in-store beauty services. Gemma will front a YouTube mini-series, Beauty Boss, where she’ll invite friends and guests to enjoy a chat and beauty treatment at her fictional Superdrug Beauty Studio.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 25, 2024
With the future of third-party cookies uncertain, the need for retailers to collect and nurture accurate first-party data about their customers has never been more essential. Jamie Hoey, country manager, Australia, with Wunderkind, says the importance of first-party data cannot be overstated. “If you know who someone is, you’ve got their details; that’s very powerful.
Design Middleeast
OCTOBER 27, 2024
ONE Development reveals details of its flagship AED 2 billion project in Dubai’s City of Arabia. This development is expected to become an iconic strategic project that will attract homebuyers and investors. The Laguna Residence was officially launched at a spectacular event held at Dubai’s Coca Cola Arena. The event featured an impressive lineup of stars, including global music sensation Amr Diab, Bollywood superstar Kareena Kapor, and Egypt’s celebrated actor Amir Karara.
Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes
Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Gamification has been around in the e-commerce industry for a while. After all, it’s one of the best ways to attract customers and boost engagement. The problem is, what happens when everyone’s doing the same thing? When it’s all point systems and freebies, how does an e-commerce business stand out? Gamification in e-commerce is evolving, and it’s crucial that you look for new trends to get an edge on the competition.
Retail Design Blog
OCTOBER 24, 2024
Tangram Interiors‘ new Fresno showroom combines local motifs and modern design elements, creating a functional and community-centered space with state-of-the-art.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 28, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Premium fitness brand, Built For Athletes, has announced the launch of its first shoulder bag, the 20L Tote Bag, as the latest addition to its range of high quality bags and accessories. The tote design will be available to purchase online from the brand’s website from 11am BST on 21st September 2024, priced at £49.99. […] If you want more informat
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Michael Hill International enjoyed higher sales in the first 14 weeks of the fiscal year amid better performance in Australia and Canada. The group’s same-store sales grew 4 per cent year over year as same-store sales increased 6.3 per cent in Australia and rose 4.7 per cent in Canada. New Zealand same-store sales, however, fell 4.2 per cent. “As we prepare for the all-important Christmas trading period, the positive momentum we have seen in the first 14 weeks is very encouraging,
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