Retail Focus

DECEMBER 24, 2024

After a jump in shopper counts over Panic Weekend (21 and 22 Dec 2024), Boxing Day (26 Dec 2024) store traffic is also expected to rise +2%, according to RetailNext , the leading analytics solution for bricks-and-mortar retailers. Original data from RetailNexts UK shopper traffic index, which captures billions of store visits globally each year, showed that footfall on Super Saturday (21 Dec 2024) jumped +2.2% year-on-year, prompted by retailers offering early Boxing Day discounts as well as the

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The frozen food retailer has expanded its global footprint and made its innovative, popular ranges more accessible than ever, launching new rapid delivery services, international concessions, and even convenience store formats.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Aesop CEO Michael O’Keeffe is exiting the company, where he worked for the past 22 years, the Australian Financial Review has reported. “I need a break and sabbatical and need to move on to the next project,” O’Keeffe told AFR Weekend. “At any company, there is a time that a CEO should be there.” O’Keeffe’s departure comes after Aesop hit $1 billion in sales this year, which he says the company could easily double.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is helping to spread festive cheer by giving shoppers the chance to win their big Christmas food shop for free this weekend. As shoppers nationwide head to the aisles to stock up on their Christmas Day essentials, Aldi customers could bag all that shopping for free with 1,000 worth of Aldi vouchers up for […] If you want more information Retai

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DECEMBER 22, 2024

In the first part of our analysis of key trends in retail design for 2025 , we explored concepts such as immersive personalization, sustainability, and technological integration. Now, it’s time to delve into the final three trends shaping the future of the sector. From innovative strategies to creative approaches that will transform the shopping experience, discover how these ideas are redefining the connection between brands and consumers. 4.

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Dezeen

DECEMBER 22, 2024

Promotion : lifestyle brand Cybex has opened a beige, monochrome flagship store in Paris as part of its continuing retail expansion strategy - nearly 20 years after the brand was founded. Located on the prestigious Rue Saint-Honor near the Louvre museum in central Paris, the store has"a unique monochromatic design DNA". Cybex has opened a flagship store in central Paris The 359-square-metre store, which is spread across two floors, was finished in various muted beige, cream and taupe tones, with

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All Work

DECEMBER 25, 2024

AI is transforming coworking operations, enhancing sales, analytics, and member experiences, pushing the industry toward more personalized, data-driven services. Despite headlines about office returns, corporations are increasingly turning to coworking for hybrid work solutions, driving significant demand for flexible, hospitality-driven spaces. Niche coworking spaces catering to specialized industries like Med-Tech or fashion are on the rise, fostering collaboration and networking within specif

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Sstrene Grene, the Danish homeware retailer renowned for its Scandinavian-inspired designs, has announced the opening of a new 45,000 m distribution centre in Venlo, the Netherlands, developed in collaboration with logistics real estate leader Prologis.

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CAAD

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Retail design is constantly evolving to meet new consumer demands and technological advancements. By 2025, retail store design is expected to undergo significant transformation , driven by trends that prioritize sustainability, immersive technology, and customer personalization. In this article, we delve into six key trends shaping retail design in 2025 , providing a detailed perspective on how these innovations are redefining the future of retail.

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DECEMBER 25, 2024

Wood panelling and glossy floor tiles bring a nostalgic feel to this chocolate shop in London's Covent Garden , which design practice Morrisstudio and architecture firm Built Works have designed to invoke a golden age of confectionery. Barnaby produces gourmet chocolate bars inspired by childhood favourites and the shop on St Martins Lane aims to reflect the sophistication and timeless appeal of the products.

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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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DECEMBER 19, 2024

With 30 years of executive leadership experience, including stints as CEO and president of Weight Watchers Inter n ational and the Home Shopping Network, Mindy Grossman has been through her fair share of business transformations. Here, she shares her thoughts on what it takes to succeed in todays retail environment and how she got her start in the industry.

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Design Wanted

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The Beolab 50 speakers latest glow-ups sophistication instantaneously pulls you in. Accentuated by traces of a very familiar red, its […] The post Together, two iconic brands have created yet another feast for the senses appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

FCV designed a nature-inspired office for Nomura Real Estate Development in Hanoi, incorporating elements like mountains and open spaces to.

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Chutegerdeman

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Toy stores are evolving into immersive spaces blending nostalgia and tech, captivating kids and adults. The post How Digital is Shaping a New Era of Toy Store Experiences appeared first on Chute Gerdeman.

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Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2024

US toy label KidKraft will launch a clearance auction this weekend as it shuts down its Australian warehouse operations. The auction, managed by Lloyds, will include premium toys and furniture worth more than $800,000, with each item starting at $1. It will take place online across the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sydney, and Melbourne, with pickup available in the two days before Christmas or in early 2025.

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Design Wanted

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Good design often stems from varying principles of universality as it seeks to, above all else, please. Great design challenges […] The post It’s good to finally Meetia appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! To mark Ocado Retails fifth year supporting The Felix Project, the UKs largest dedicated online supermarket has donated over 73,380 meals to families in need from Christmas donations. Exceeding its donation target of 45,000 meals by 64%, Ocado Retail has donated one meal to The Felix Project for every chocolate advent calendar sold at the […] If yo

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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Since re-vamping the branding and some marketing materials, Finger Lakes Distilling recently asked us to help design the packaging for.

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Retail Bound

DECEMBER 19, 2024

While consumer brands are gearing up for the holiday season, many are looking even further ahead to the consumer tech event of the year – the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Hosted in Las Vegas in January every year, the dynamic show brings together thousands of companies and professionals, spotlighting the latest innovations and products in the consumer tech industry.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Its been a huge year for change, with Australias industrial relations framework undergoing the most significant overhaul since the introduction of the Fair Work Act (Cth) 2009 15 years ago. The latest of these changes came into place on 26 August 2024, bringing sweeping reforms to casual employment laws. Did you know that the retail sector accounts for nearly 9.7 per cent of the Australian workforce?

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Design Wanted

DECEMBER 23, 2024

In Milan, the festive season has become a platform for innovation through MilanoDesignXmas, a project spearheaded by TOWANT that challenges […] The post Showcasing the versatility of ceramics: strength, sustainability, and durability appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Network Rail Property has released its latest quarterly retail sales figures (Q2 covering July to September 2024), revealing a total sales* uplift of +10% and +6.3% like-for-like (LfL) sales boost across its portfolio of 19 managed stations in Great Britain.

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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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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Located on De La Commune Street in Montreal, Hayat offers a luxurious and truly authentic dining experience directly across from.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 20, 2024

In business, you might have a myriad of different ideas about the right direction for your brand to go in. However, all of this has to be tempered by your very real financial situation. In a way, this restriction can be helpful it can stop you from being completely overwhelmed by every single possibility. Its important to bear in mind, however, that once you begin to survey the options for potential directions you can go in, you need to ensure youre ensuring that money is always coming in.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2024

It’s that time of the year again when Pinterest predicts the themes that will dominate shopping habits and consumer behaviour. While the app uses a lot of buzzwords to name and describe the emerging trends, its data collected from users gives retailers a unique insight into the minds of consumers. Retailers dont need to necessarily launch a new category or product range that aligns with the inevitable trends that will flood social media channels, they can use them to ground imagery and cop

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Design Wanted

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The holiday spirit in Milan takes on a creative twist with MilanoDesignXmas, an innovative project curated by TOWANT. This initiative […] The post Trees that embody architecture, design, and the Spirit of Christmas appeared first on DesignWanted.

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DECEMBER 20, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Marks & Spencer has announced a donation of 100,000 Christmas dinners to families in need, in partnership with its long-term suppliers 2 Sisters Food Group (2SFG) and Valeo Foods Group. As part of the retailers ongoing work supporting the Kings Coronation Food Project, FareShare will distribute the freshly prepared products to their network of charit

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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Founded only in 2016 by Parisian siblings Mathieu, Antoine and Elsa Mothay, womens leather goods brand Polne is making ambitious.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Understanding the Comfort of Taxi Travel Taxis are often hailed as one of the most comfortable modes of transport, particularly for journeys to major airports like Heathrow. Booking a taxi to Heathrow ensures the comfort begins once you step inside, where the environment is tailored to provide a more pleasant travel experience. Unlike crowded buses or trains, a taxi to Heathrow offers a personal and less stressful atmosphere.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Apparel giant Inditex says its net revenue grew by 7.1 per cent, reaching US$29.04 billion (27.4 billion) for its first nine months. The company says the results reflect strong growth for its physical stores and online channels. Inditex’s gross profit increased by 7.2 per cent, totalling $17.33 billion (16.3 billion), while its EBITDA jumped by 9.3 per cent, reaching $6.09 billion (5.7 billion).

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