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SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Recent research has revealed that luxury Australia retailers aren’t doing enough to capture the attention of, and drive consumer spending by, migrants of Asian background and heritage. In order to do so effectively, she stressed the importance of understanding the various factors and intricacies that inform their consumer behaviour.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 24, 2024

Coco Republic will collaborate with online lifestyle retailer Revolve to produce a collection of decorative items, to expand its audience to millennial and Gen Z consumers in the US. Coco Republic made their debut at the Revolve Festival 2024 in Palm Springs, California, as the official furniture partner displaying its outdoor range.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 29, 2023

per cent in the June financial year driven by soft consumer demand in all markets. The post Soft consumer demand dents City Chic’s sales, fuelling loss appeared first on Inside Retail. Global plus-size fashion retailer City Chic says sales declined 15.8 For the 12 months to July 2, group sales were $268.4

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Australian consumers are becoming more conscious of the social, environmental, and economic implications of their purchasing choices. A recent report by Baptist World Aid, based on responses from over 2000 Australians surveyed by research firm McCrindle in September, revealed an increased awareness of the impact of consumer choices.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 1, 2024

billion, while clothing, footwear and accessories increased 1.7 Cafes, restaurants, and takeaways grew 2.3 per cent to $5.48 per cent to $3.02 billion, and department stores climbed 0.4 per cent to $1.91 ” The post Strong boost in Australian retail sales in October, says ABS data appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 30, 2024

per cent while clothing, footwear and accessories fell 0.4 “The Taylor Swift-inspired boost in turnover for fashion and accessory retailers last month has proved to be temporary with an instant reversal this month,” said Ben Dorber, ABS head of retail statistics. Food sales went up 2.1 However, household goods slid 3.1

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Another way Ulta Beauty uses technology to enhance the customer experience is by investing in educational video content from beauty brands to enhance the store associate’s ability to educate the consumer about a product.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Both brands are sold in ANZ through direct-to-consumer, online and owned stores, and via wholesale channels. In addition, Accent distributes Dickies under the Glue brand and to the majority of Dickies consumers through its 2000 wholesale clients. The initial deal has an eight-year term.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 29, 2024

Australian retail sales increased minimally last December as more consumers opted to purchase on Black Friday in the prior month, reflecting cost of living pressures. billion, while clothing, footwear, and accessories rose 0.5 Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) data showed that shoppers spent $35.1 billion in December, up 0.8

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 30, 2024

Four-wheel drive and camping accessory retailer Outdoor Supacentre (trading as 4WD Supacentre) has been fined $302,500 for sending more than 83,000 spam texts. The ACMA had also sent five compliance alerts to the retailer after receiving consumer complaints. Businesses have paid more than $12.5

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Inside Retail

MAY 10, 2024

Threadicated primarily offers consumers tailor-made apparel and accessories that are precisely suited to their individual style and body form. The post Australian AI tech promises a re-imagining of the on-demand shopping experience appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

JULY 30, 2024

Clothing, footwear, and accessories sales jumped 2.2 “Retailers told us that consumers continued to target sales events and look for the best deals before buying big-ticket items like furniture, bedding, TVs and laptops,” said Ben Dorber, ABS head of retail statistics. . per cent to $ 1.89 per cent to $14.43

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Inside Retail

MAY 3, 2023

per cent year-on-year in March as consumers spent more than $35.3 per cent and clothing, footwear and accessories sales at 3.6 Cost-of-living pressures typically have a lag effect on retail, and we are now witnessing the impact of months of continued interest rate rises and price rises on consumer spending.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2024

Rachel Leonard, editorial director of The Bridal Council and former fashion director of Condé Nast’s Brides , agreed that consumers today are seeking more bespoke bridal wear and adds that they want those services provided on a “faster turnaround” time. The ‘see it now, buy it now’ mentality has also changed the landscape.

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Inside Retail

MAY 17, 2024

I’m always mindful of accessories and footwear used in styling for shows, which are often competing for my attention on the runway,” she added. Ebay reported that there is growing consumer recognition for a fashion landscape that supports pre-loved clothing and accessories.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2022

Sales of clothing, footwear and personal accessories also recorded a 7 per cent year-on-year increase, while sales by restaurants, cafes and takeaway services rose by 6.2 Retail sales surged by 6.4 per cent in January, according to data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics today. per cent, and of household goods by 5.9 per cent.

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Inside Retail

JULY 26, 2023

Jamie Salter, founder, chairman and CEO of Authentic Brands, said Rockport’s core consumer is “more active” than ever. The brand’s offering is a perfect addition to our portfolio with opportunities for category expansion into apparel, accessories, outerwear, travel and more.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2023

The data prompted both the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) and the National Retail Association (NRA) to urge the Reserve Bank of Australia to keep the current interest rates to encourage more consumer spending. Clothing, footwear and personal accessory sales inched 1.1 per cent higher to $3.02

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Supercheap Auto climbed 4 per cent, attributed to higher sales in lubricants, batteries and car detailing, while Macpac also rose 4 per cent, thanks to new store openings and strong growth in packs, gear and accessories in New Zealand. Meanwhile, Rebel’s sales fell minimally by 1 per cent, reflecting weaker consumer spending.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 8, 2024

billion, which Australian Retailers Association (ARA) CEO Paul Zahra said reflects how consumers prioritise essentials amid a cost-of-living crisis. Clothing, footwear, and accessories, however, fell 0.1 The cafes, restaurants, and takeaway category climbed 4.3 per cent to $5.41 billion while the food category increased 2.8

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 4, 2023

“Jazwares Australia will have a major impact on the toy industry in the long-term, with the team’s laser focus on Jazwares’ brands and business, adding value to all retail partners and consumers,” Zebersky added. Big Balloon co-founder Chris Loverso will serve as MD of Jazwares Australia, and his team will also join the Jazwares family. “As

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Clothing, footwear and accessories rebounded from a decline in July, up 1.4 National Retail Association deputy CEO Lindsay Carroll said a slowdown in consumer spending before retail season was expected. per cent increase. per cent in August. Household goods recorded the biggest decline (down 6.6

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 7, 2024

Since its launch in January 2021, Shein X has grown from selling just seven brands to more than 4600 designers, artists and creatives from all around the world – releasing more than 41,000 designs to its consumers. The Shein X designer drops are designed to appeal to its consumer base’s taste and budget during an economic downturn.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 25, 2024

Luxury accessories brands, including Rolex, Omega and Bulgari, also reported significant sales and profit drops last year. Over the years, Korean consumers have become more sophisticated. Which is paying off as, like in other markets, the South Korean consumer is becoming more discerning,” Lee concluded. per cent last year to 1.65

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AUGUST 31, 2022

The new store stocks the brand’s authentic apparel collection alongside a full range of accessories, further diversifying the destination’s retail line-up. The brand’s Icon Outlet presence adds to Superdry’s global presence with over 740 stores in 61 countries.

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Inside Retail

MAY 27, 2024

He noted that, according to retailers, alcohol spending dropped as consumers brought forward their purchases into March opting for cheaper alcoholic drinks. Clothing, footwear, and accessories sales suffered the largest decline of 2.5 per cent month-on-month increase in sales could be tied to inflated prices.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

“The dip in North American sales continues to be a concern as this is Under Armour’s largest market by some margin, and is also a region where consumer spending has, generally, held up quite well.” Accessories sales rose 3 per cent to $114 million. Apparel revenue increased 3 per cent to $1.1

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 7, 2023

The store, which will take six months to build, is located in The Galeries and seeks to give an “immersive experience” for Australian consumers to explore and embrace the brand’s commitment to fashion-forward, inventive accessories. The brand will launch the e-commerce site by the mid-December.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

“The rebound in January follows a sharp fall in December when consumers pulled back on spending after taking advantage of Black Friday sales in November. Meanwhile, clothing, footwear, and accessories fell 1.7 Australian Bureau of Statistics data showed that January retail sales rose 1.1 per cent annually to $5.53 per cent to $5.38

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Inside Retail

JULY 3, 2024

Meanwhile, clothing, footwear and personal accessory retailing fell 0.2 “While the sales boost is a positive indicator for consumer sentiment, it doesn’t change the desperate landscape retail business owners are currently facing.” Food retail sales grew 3.0 per cent to $14.36 billion while household goods sales increased 0.1

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Consumers can expect competitive bargains to ramp up in the 12 days before Christmas as retailers pull out every trick in the book to make up for a flat year of sales.” ” Sales fell in the household goods, clothing, footwear, and accessories categories, attributed to the decline in discretionary spending. per cent to $4.03

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 27, 2023

per cent year-on-year in July as consumers spent more than $35.3 per cent followed by clothing, footwear and accessories sales down 0.3 per cent followed by clothing, footwear and accessories sales down 0.3 Retail spending grew 2.1 billion in stores and online, according to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

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Inside Retail

APRIL 18, 2023

Australian consumers forked out $8.1 per cent and clothes, footwear and personal accessories at 2.8 million over the Easter trading period, according to Westpac DataX research, reported in conjunction with the Australian Retailers Association (ARA). Spending grew modestly at 4.5 per cent over last year – less than the 7.3

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Inside Retail

JULY 27, 2023

per cent year-on-year in June as consumers spent more than $35.1 per cent, clothing, footwear and accessories down 1.5 This delivered a boost in turnover for retailers, but that proved to be temporary as consumers pulled back on spending in June.” Retail spending grew 2.3 per cent followed by food spending up 5.8

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Inside Retail

JUNE 25, 2024

Luxury accessories brands, including Rolex, Omega and Bulgari, also reported significant sales and profit drops last year. Over the years, Korean consumers have become more sophisticated. Which is paying off as, like in other markets, the South Korean consumer is becoming more discerning,” Lee concluded. per cent last year to 1.65

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Smthgood isn’t just another online shopping destination; it’s actually harnessing the power of gamification, engagement and loyalty to incentivise consumers to make more thoughtful purchases. Tan said that consumers are now increasingly prioritising products and brands that align with their environmental, ethical and social values.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 8, 2024

Wholesale revenue dwindled by 8 per cent to $681 million, while direct-to-consumer was down by 12 per cent to $480 million. Meanwhile, earnings from apparel decreased by 8 per cent to $758 million, footwear sales plummeted by 15 per cent to $310 million, and accessories revenue decreased by 5 per cent to $93 million.

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