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JANUARY 30, 2023

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) is cracking down on misleading testimonials and endorsements by social media influencers. It will include a review of social media platforms including Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, YouTube and Facebook, as well as live streaming service, Twitch.

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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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MARCH 22, 2023

He expects the impact to be different across consumer groups, but he’s confident it won’t affect the target General Pants customer group too much, saying they tend to be mortgage-free and fully employed. He’s also looking at adjacent categories, including accessories, to help General Pants achieve its growth goals. Download here.

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Inside Retail

JULY 17, 2022

While ongoing economic uncertainty is certainly changing consumer habits, if your brand can respond and cater to these changing habits, then you’ll be far more likely to successfully weather the economic storm. By buying products built to last, consumers are signalling hope for the future by protecting the planet.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 13, 2022

While these commitments might seem radical for a 107-year-old underwear brand, they’re in keeping with changing attitudes towards gender, especially among younger consumers. They are so forward-thinking and progressive, and they are the next frontier of consumers, they’re actually already consumers. Look at Gen Z.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 14, 2024

Online scams have evolved so much since the days of the Nigerian Prince scam, that it is hard for consumers to differentiate between what is real and what is fake, and increasingly, established retailers are bearing the brunt of this. However, it is also a feeding ground for cyber criminals who prey on Australians’ eagerness for a bargain.”

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 13, 2024

After a particularly hot day in the Dominican Republic, Hurtado experienced the lightbulb moment to launch her brand Hello Updo, a hair accessories brand specialising in products designed for voluminous hair with varied curl patterns. IR : In what ways do you believe Hello Updo fills a white space in the haircare market?

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022

Italian luxury fashion house Bulgari, known for its high-end jewellery, watches and accessories, as well as the Bulgari chain of hotels and resorts, has launched a virtual world within Zepeto, Asia’s most popular metaverse platform. It is a 3D space for customising your avatar, completing quests and sharing content to social media.

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 6, 2024

Original research of 1,000 UK consumers reveals, after more than two years of the cost-of-living crisis negatively impacting disposable income, 64% of consumers are buying fewer fashion, apparel and lifestyle products.

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DECEMBER 4, 2024

Bitmoji, is a platform subsidiary of social media platform Snapchat, and there are over 2.7 Their [Prada Group] goal is to have a presence where shoppers are, and for younger consumers, this might be Snapchat,” Mansfield said. billion Bitmoji avatars globally.

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DECEMBER 3, 2024

Today, the Salomon customer includes Pilates princesses whose ‘fit checks’ on social media have contributed to the virality of the shoe styles, whilst the brand still caters to its core original consumer of adventure seekers. The unique set of Salomon partner trail events is an expansion of its global strategy.

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FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Following its store launch in Sydney earlier this year, Hong Kong-based tech accessories brand Casetify is planning to expand across Australia, as part of a larger goal of reaching 100 stores globally by 2025. We will continue to [bring] Australians tech accessory designs that best represent them.”

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

H&M announced a collaboration with Iris Apfel, New York style icon, fashion designer and interior decorator who likes to dress up “for herself and herself only” and is known for her vibrant clothing, fun accessories and signature thick, oversized specs. Consumers don’t pack it in during their later years of life and give up on beauty.

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JANUARY 24, 2022

But before you start overhauling your supply chain or re-thinking your business’ carbon footprint, here are some insights from consumers on what makes a successful – and authentic – sustainable retailer. It also creates jobs for the artisans who make the gold and glass accessories by hand and supports other charities and causes.

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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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AUGUST 3, 2021

In fact, since my childhood, I loved to make clothes and accessories for dolls, and at 10, I designed and sewed clothes for a play that I directed for the children in my family. This can make shopping less daunting and less time consuming. I also pull a lot of inspiration from social media and fashion bloggers.

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MAY 23, 2024

per cent, the retail segment – which includes all the sales made direct to consumers in-store and online – grew 5.8 Away from stores and distribution, the brand succeeded in adding new consumers, including many younger demographics, thanks to good social media campaigns and interesting capsules, the analyst continued.

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MAY 10, 2021

On Thursday, Ikea will be launching a limited edition 10-piece clothing and accessories range in Australia, both online and in-stores. It has also successfully created a sense of FOMO (fear of missing out) among some consumers. New news and noise could test another way of driving bricks-and-mortar frequency, and online traffic.

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 25, 2024

Consequently, these innovations are transforming the retail scene and deeply impacting how consumers behave. From personalized shopping experiences to seamless omnichannel services, digital tools are setting new expectations among consumers. IoT devices offer instant inventory insights, helping prevent excess stock or shortages.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Located on the ground floor of Melbourne Central, the store carries Nere-branded suitcases, soft-sided bags, packing cubes, toiletry kits, luggage tags, water bottles and other accessories that shoppers can mix and match in various colours to create their own personalised luggage sets. Nere releases new colours and accessories every season.

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JUNE 6, 2021

“AAFW 2021 is a testament to fashion runways becoming more and more accessible, with the latest styles from designers and brands on show for not only those physically in the room, but for consumers far and wide tuning in online and on social media.

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Inside Retail

JULY 13, 2021

It’s no secret that in recent years, consumers are now looking to support businesses with social and ethical values, particularly those in the fashion industry. The next generation of consumers are more woke and purposeful, and their purchase is more aligned with human values than product features, and functionalities,” he said. “The

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Inside Retail

JULY 5, 2024

On July 1 Australian women’s apparel retailer Witchery unveiled its rebrand – only for consumers to learn that it had reduced its plus-size offering from a size 20 to a size 18. The controversy surrounding Witchery’s rebrand offers a lesson in community engagement and consumer trends for all fashion labels.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Its a time of heightened consumer spending, aggressive promotions, and operational intensity. Sales trends This time of year provides a unique lens into consumer behaviour. Did certain channels, such as email marketing or social media, outperform others? Dont be afraid to ask your media agency for detailed data.

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MARCH 20, 2024

The evolution of once seemingly functional items, such as luggage, shoes and the humble water bottle, into status symbols, has led particular brands to develop cult followings and created opportunities for new products and services that cater to these consumer obsessions. The #airportoutfit has amassed over 690.3 I know what I want.

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APRIL 21, 2024

Fashion has embraced technology at every turn from social media to virtual change rooms, yet consumers’ wardrobes have remained analogue. The founders of Indyx identified four key problem areas in consumer wardrobes that informed the design of the app and its various tools; visibility, practice, accessibility and ease.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 22, 2024

This article delves into the psychological effects of the Olympics, explores how they influence consumer behaviour and provides insights into what retailers can do to capture and extend the positive sentiments the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris will generate. Let’s break some of them down and look at a few examples more closely.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 18, 2024

With global travel sales on the rise, the retail industry is looking for ways to cash in on consumers’ holidays abroad. Due to the current economic climate, many consumers have become more discerning with where they spend their money. Travel’s post-pandemic revival There are more than 214.3 Euro summer haul’ has now amassed 24.9

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Inside Retail

MARCH 19, 2024

The amount of natural resources consumed and waste produced is snowballing. And let’s not forget the power of consumers. These online, direct-to-consumer brands exploded in popularity during lockdowns, with Shein holding the title of the world’s most popular brand in 2020. Cheap clothing at what cost? How is this even possible?

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

LP: Over the years, Instagram and social media have increasingly become less of a personal profile and more of a visual marketing tool for brands. Many of the contemporary brands we stock use social media and Instagram to their advantage because having a wide and influential following allows them to influence consumers globally.

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

IR: Could you touch on the brand’s business and social media strategy to cater to local consumers and attract new retail partners? We decided to change creative direction impacting all touchpoints our consumers can see, feel and touch: the product, our communication, our contents and campaigns, and our store concept.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 9, 2023

As consumers manage cost of living pressures, it’s led to a pullback in spending across the retail landscape, particularly in non-discretionary categories. CommBank’s latest Consumer Insights Report shows that around one in four Australians have not enough, or just enough, to meet household expenses.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 13, 2024

It is using artificial intelligence to help it track trends on social media and to cross-reference data on consumers with collections and other brands, he said. The retailer has been focusing its investment on expanding its number of stores and on developing technology, Ruiz said.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 17, 2024

It’s no secret that the cost-of-living crisis and the cost-of-trading crisis are crippling the retail industry with both consumers and businesses feeling the crunch. So, when prices increase, it can be difficult to move the higher production costs onto the consumer thus eating into your margins.” It’s a great model.

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AUGUST 22, 2023

Founded by then-21-year-old Cami Téllez in 2019, Parade was initially created to fill a gap in the market for stylish and size-inclusive bras and underwear for Gen Z consumers. With smaller but more responsive followings, these micro-influencers helped build an organic and socially engaged audience base.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As Chinese consumer spending on personal luxury goods continues to surge, luxury brands are turning to cultural events like Lunar New Year to enhance their appeal and captivate a growing market. According to Euromonitor research, Chinese consumer spending on luxury goods is projected to reach a staggering $88 billion by 2028.

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JANUARY 19, 2023

Recent years have seen rapidly evolving changes in all areas of consumer behaviour and there is little doubt it will continue in terms of the products and services that people want, who they want them from, and where and when they want to access them. Rather than talking about what we do when we’re out there, it’s about how it makes us feel.”

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