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Why slowing down in stores can drive big sales: The science behind dwell time

Inside Retail

A 2014 study by Patrick Bohl on airport shopping behaviour revealed a striking pattern: Longer dwell time in duty-free shopping zones directly increased spending. Early brand touchpoints light up the hippocampus like a Christmas tree, helping store memories. New data on the spending-dwell relationship It gets better. Less great.

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How Axel Arigato designs its stores to be like art galleries and raves

Inside Retail

Starting with a single sneaker launch in 2014, the brand has expanded into other retail categories, including outerwear, streetwear and accessories to become a lifestyle brand for all ages — from children barely old enough to pronounce the name of the business to veteran fashion consumers.

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EuroShop 2023 Preview

Retail Focus

Another important dimension is Lighting, which will showcase the complete range of modern illumination and store lighting, including LED technologies, which provide completely new possibilities for setting the emotional stage for products. The focus will be on sustainable energy solutions and intelligent lighting management.

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Norway’s redesigned passports pay homage to the Northern Lights

Design Week

Neue won the competition to design Norway’s new passport in 2014 with a concept based around the country’s scenic scapes and how they could unify Norwegian citizens. For instance, when a UV light is applied to the mountain scene, an illustration of the Northern Lights appears.

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Amazon unveils Alexa+ with AI upgrades – what retailers need to know

Inside Retail

The effort carries significant weight at Amazon, which has plowed billions of dollars into Alexa since its launch in 2014 in the hope of putting the service into a range of devices and ultimately driving sales on its main e-commerce website.

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Temple of the Sun co-founder talks design inspiration and sales growth

Inside Retail

Founded in Byron Bay in 2014, it has gained a cult following for its unique designs inspired by history, archaeology and ancient symbolism. Darren Gallant: Temple of the Sun first launched in late 2014. Temple of the Sun is a fine jewellery brand specialising in gold necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets.

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Momotaro Jeans aims to capture international customers through rebrand strategy

Inside Retail

In 2014, the companies merged to form Japan Blue Co, which manufactures and sells denim products, as well as design, manufacture, and sell denim and cotton textiles. The old mud walls pillars and beams were left as-is as much as possible, accented by inorganic acrylic lighting and fixtures with cast aluminium top plates.

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