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How Henne is rethinking the in-store experience

Inside Retail

If the Apple store was a womenswear boutique, it would be Henne. The Australian fashion label delivers a unique in-store retail experience. Rather than stocking clothing in multiple sizes on shelves or racks for customers to try on and purchase, Everything that you see on display is just for display, Nadia Bartel, Hennes director, told Inside Retail.

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Why the Visual Merchandising and Display Show Is a Must-Attend Event in April

Retail Focus

The Visual Merchandising and Display Show returns to London on 9th and 10th April 2025 , offering a two-day showcase of the latest innovations, trends, and solutions for retail professionals. Taking place at the Business Design Centre , just two minutes from Angel station and well-connected to major transport hubs, this highly anticipated event combines accessibility, education, and inspirationall with free entry.

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wooden japanese house turns into traditional greengrocer store in kiryu

Design Boom

the stores interior was reconfigured into an open plan, preserving the original wooden framework. The post wooden japanese house turns into traditional greengrocer store in kiryu appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Making meaningful material: exploring Product Design, Service Innovation, and Social Impact

Design Wanted

In the face of challenges such as climate change, aging populations, carbon neutrality, and other systemic issues, industrial designers are […] The post Making meaningful material: exploring Product Design, Service Innovation, and Social Impact appeared first on DesignWanted.

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The Evolving Retailer's Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Pret announces opening of its first shop in Africa

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Pret A Manger has today announced the upcoming opening of its first shop in South Africa at Johannesburgs bustling Melrose Arch precinct on 14th February 2025. The opening will be Prets first in Africa, making South Africa Prets 20th international market outside of the UK.

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Kogan reports first-half growth fuelled by strong holiday sales

Inside Retail

Kogan has returned to strong top-line growth in the fiscal first half, which was fuelled by solid holiday sales. The company reported gross sales of $492.5 million during the July-December period, a 10.3 per cent increase year-on-year. Revenue also grew 9.9 per cent to $272.7 million. On the bottom line, gross profit rose 18.3 per cent to $106 million and adjusted EBITDA improved 17.5 per cent to $25.3 million.

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Angel® Redefines the Vaping Market with the Launch of Angel 20K

Retail Focus

Angel, a British brand, proudly introduces the Angel 20K, a market-shifting reusable and rechargeable vaping device offering up to 20,000 puffs with 2 x 12ml pre-filled pods, all at an incredible 11.99 RRP. With the Angel 20K, vapers can now save up to 70% compared to traditional 2400-puff devices, enjoying superior flavour and unmatched convenience.

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Operational Disruptions: The Hidden Costs Of Retail Crime 

RetailMinded

Retail crime isnt just about stolen goods its a serious threat that can disrupt daily operations, impact employees and alienate customers. For independent store owners, these challenges ripple through the business, creating hurdles that go far beyond the financial losses of theft and making it harder to stay competitive in an already tough market. Unpacking The Hidden Costs When retailers think about the impact of crime, their first thought is often the monetary loss tied to stolen inventory.

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MAAP LaB Taipei by Clare Cousins Architects

Retail Design Blog

Australian cycling wear brand MAAP continues its global retail expansion and has now planted a flag in leafy Daan area.

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Deal done: Sigma, Chemist Warehouse shareholders vote in favour of merger

Inside Retail

The shareholders of both Sigma Healthcare and Chemist Warehouse approved the two companies’ merger during separate meetings on Wednesday. The second meeting, of about 40 Chemist Warehouse shareholders and franchisees in Melbourne, ended at 6.16pm with overwhelming approval. At the earlier meeting, more than 97 per cent of Sigma proxies voted in favour of the deal, surpassing the regulatory requirement of at least a 75 per cent approval rate.

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Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.

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Time travel with IKEA yet again through its latest kaleidoscopic Nytillverkad collection

Design Wanted

Many moons ago, illustrious IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad and renowned Danish industrial designer Niels Gammelgaard immediately bonded over a shared […] The post Time travel with IKEA yet again through its latest kaleidoscopic Nytillverkad collection appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Caledonia Park celebrates best year ever alongside mass of renewals and openings

Retail Focus

Railpen, one of the largest pension managers in the UK, has announced Caledonia Park, its premium designer outlet village in Scotland, has experienced a record-breaking year for sales and performance. The destination introduced seven new brands and secured a series of long-term renewals, demonstrating the success of Railpens strategic asset management.

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Freckleface collaborates with Historic Royal Palaces to launch regal home fragrance collection

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Freckleface has collaborated with the independent charity Historic Royal Palaces to create a unique range of candles and home fragrance products. This range has been designed to capture the essence of the palaces rich history, combined with Frecklefaces craftsmanship in sustainable scent production.

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AMOUAGE opens a new flagship in the historic heart of the Zhang Yuan landmark in Shanghai, China

Retail Design Blog

Amouage, the Omani House of High Perfumery, expands its global presence with its first Asian flagship in Zhang Yuan, Shanghais.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

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.

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Toby’s Estate opens flagship cafe in Melbourne 

Inside Retail

Coffee roaster Tobys Estate has launched its Fitzroy flagship cafe in Melbourne, adding to the brands retail portfolio, which includes Sydney, Brisbane, and Singapore. The coffee store features a central bar with wood panelling and rich plum-red tones. It offers an array of coffees, including single-origin, flavour-focused blends (flavour savours) and frozen coffee options.

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Powered by solar panels, this tiny house is a mighty big deal

Design Wanted

Peering through Vattenfall and Superuses tiny house aptly named Nestle, one cant help but begin to imaginarily sketch and outline […] The post Powered by solar panels, this tiny house is a mighty big deal appeared first on DesignWanted.

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El Departamento designs Fake Gods’ first flagship store

Retail Focus

El Departamento has created Fake Gods’ first flagship store in central Madrid. Inspired by a contemporary reinterpretation of the Garden of Eden, this store merges digital, physical, and symbolic elements. Technological materials, immersive design and biblical narrative transform the space into the brand’s new meeting point for its growing community.

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Contactless and mobile payment innovations: revolutionizing retail transactions

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The retail world is undergoing a dramatic transformation, driven by technological advancements and shifting consumer expectations. Contactless and mobile payment systems, once a niche convenience, have become essential to delivering the fast, secure, and seamless shopping experiences that customers now demand.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Hunkemöller new retail concept

Retail Design Blog

Complete store transformation in 10 weeks. A new era begins for Hunkemller with the introduction of their innovative retail conceptand.

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Mosaic Brands receivers to close down Noni B, Millers

Inside Retail

Long-running Australian fashion labels Millers and Noni B are to be closed down after the receivers of parent company Mosaic Brands failed to find a buyer. About 930 staff will lose their jobs. Today’s announcement means all Mosaic brands will be closed, none of them of sufficient interest to attract a white knight investor to ensure their survival.

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How showrooms elevate corporate communication and client experience

Design Wanted

Showrooms have shifted from being mere physical representations of product catalogs to becoming dynamic spaces of strategic importance for brands. […] The post How showrooms elevate corporate communication and client experience appeared first on DesignWanted.

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design/leader: Taxi Studio’s Ellen Moriarty

Design Week

Ellen Moriarty is associate creative director at Taxi Studio, based in Bristol. Previously she spent seven years at Jones Knowles Ritchie, rising to design director there. Design What would your monograph be called? The Compassionate Catalyst: Leading with Empathy and Imagination.

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

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.

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M&S survey reveals the dos and don’ts of Valentine’s Day gifting in 2025

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Valentines Day is the one day of the year when love is truly in the air. Whether youre spending the day with a partner, friends or family, M&S surveyed over 2,000 Brits to better understand attitudes towards the day, gifting, and love languages.

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Stone Island store by OMA

Retail Design Blog

Its Paris Mens Fashion Week, and the French capital is abuzz with hotly anticipated fashion frenzy, hosting catwalk shows, trade.

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Adore Beauty’s first-half earnings soar

Inside Retail

Adore Beautys earnings more than doubled in the fiscal first half, which management says reflects the early phase of the companys growth strategy. The companys earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) for the six months ended December 31 jumped 118 per cent to $2.7 million. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) rose 94 per cent to $4.6 million.

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Alexander Rehn steps into the spotlight with his clear-cut approach to circular design

Design Wanted

Upon tracing the contours of a chair, rarely is it possible to instantaneously feel its heartbeat. Usually, there are layers […] The post Alexander Rehn steps into the spotlight with his clear-cut approach to circular design appeared first on DesignWanted.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

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

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Maximize Your Space with Floor-to-Ceiling Shelves

Scrube

Decking out your store layout can be fun, but you need to consider how to optimize your space as a retailer. One of the best and most effective strategies is utilizing every square inch of your retail space. This is where floor-to-ceiling shelves play a considerable role. Having the proper storage solutions not only helps with overall organization but can give your customers better visibility over your products and could potentially be a driving factor in getting more sales.

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Kingsland Drinks moves to bottling in market model for Hidden Sea’s Sauvignon Blanc

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Kingsland Drinks will bottle ocean saving wine, Hidden Sea Sauvignon Blanc, in the UK from 2025, resulting in a 42 per cent reduction in global transport requirements for the popular white wine. The move signals a doubling down on Hidden Seas sustainability goals and commitment to the smallest possible impact on the environment at every […] If you

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DJI flagship store by Various Associates

Retail Design Blog

Chinese interior studio Various Associates has completed an irregular pyramid-shaped flagship store for drone brand DJI in Shenzhen, China. Located.

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Asics unveils sneakers made from steering wheels

Inside Retail

Sporting goods company Asics has teamed up with Toyoda Gosei an automotive component maker under Toyota to produce Skyhand OG, sneakers made with leather remnants from the manufacture of steering wheels. The Skyhand OG is Asics second project with Toyoda Gosei, following the launch of sneakers that used airbag fabric in 2023. According to the collaborative, they aim to use materials with as little waste as possible and incorporate original techniques such as combining small remnant pieces into

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.