Design Week
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The design industry must move from talking about sustainability to taking action, says one of the leaders of the Design Declares movement. Jo Barnard was speaking ahead of the organisation’s upcoming event in London later this month.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Despite the owners “pouring everything into the business”, Melbourne luxury retailer Harrolds entered liquidation last month after failing to overcome a slew of unfavourable conditions and setbacks. The downfall of the almost 40-year-old business raises the question of whether this is a sign of things to come as retailers struggle to compete with the increasing e-commerce capabilities and convenience of retail goliaths on the global market, or whether it is a case of Harrolds facing a ‘perfect s
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Design Week
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
A new study claims the perception of a country or city has a large and direct impact on its economy. The report by Bloom Consulting and City Nation Place examined the correlations between how a place is perceived, and how much it earns from tourism, foreign investment and the skilled workforce it attracts.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Domino’s Pizza Enterprises CEO and MD Don Meij will retire after almost 40 years with the company, effective November 6. The pizza chain has appointed Mark van Dyck to succeed Meij, who has been the CEO for the past 22 years. “Under his leadership Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Ltd grew from a Brisbane-based company to a truly global business – the market-leader in each of the markets the company has operated for more than three years in Europe and the Asia Pacific,” sa
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Design Week
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
I often wonder if our various road charging schemes in the UK are designed to help our road users, or exploit them. I live near a couple of tolled bridge crossings over the River Mersey. The system isn’t like the M6 toll road, where you drive through toll booths, but more like the Dartford Crossing, […] Source What to read next: What does the Autumn Statement 2023 mean for design?
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) held the interest rates at 4.35 per cent, a move retailers said is a “missed opportunity” to boost sales for the holiday season. “Many retailers have been investing heavily in Christmas and the holiday season, including additional staff, new product lines and festive store fit-outs,” said Paul Zahra, CEO of the Australian Retailers Association (ARA). “With CPI at its lowest rate in more than three years, it’s time for the RB
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Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Myer’s acquisition of Premier Investments’ Apparel Brands appears to be the next step in Olivia Wirth’s plan for the department store’s loyalty program, Myer One. “This is an opportunity to continue to grow it in a way that is a step change,” Wirth said about the impact of the acquisition on Myer One, which has 10.6 million members, at an investor briefing after the deal was announced.
Parcel Pending
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
As we approach the 2024 holiday season, retailers are gearing up for another year of generational differences in shopping habits. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for businesses looking to capitalize on the year’s busiest shopping period. Let’s explore how each generation — from Baby Boomers to Gen Alpha — will likely approach their holiday shopping this year. 4 Macro Trends Influencing Holiday Shopping While some factors impact generations differently, there are several o
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
After starting as a sales associate at J Crew’s Liquor Store concept shop while studying menswear design at the Fashion Institute of Technology, Echevarria was recruited by retail legend Millard ‘Mickey’ Drexler to start a brand collaboration program. Now, he is hard at work building his own footwear brand, Blackstock & Weber, and running one of New York’s coolest menswear concept stores, 242 Mulberry.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! MORI – the sustainable baby wear brand – is delighted to announce the opening of a new retail store in Westfield London in early November, as the company continues its ambitious expansion on the high street.
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
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Vincom Retail is Vietnam’s biggest mall operator by dint of opening malls here, there and everywhere, but is this the right strategy? Its continuing stagnation in key operating metrics on a year-over-year basis, despite rising retail sales and a sound economy, is concerning. Moreover, the malls themselves aren’t particularly innovative in the same way that their peers have contrived all across Southeast Asia.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Epicurium, has expanded its drinks and snacking offerings as Christmas approaches, helping shoppers to get set for the party season. Chu Lo Chu Lo Soft Drink – Apple Sour (24x330ml) Chu Lo Soft Drink – Cherry Sour (24x330ml) Chu Lo Soft Drink – Tropical Fruit (24x330ml) RRP £2.00 Epicurium has added Chu Lo’s soft drinks to its […]
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Australian handcrafted goods retailer Frankie General Store has brought in eight more Philippine brands, seeking to help small and medium-sized enterprises expand Down Under. Together with the Philippine Trade and Investment Center (PITC), the brands launched include Anthill Fabric Gallery, RCB Crafts and Design, Orias Studios, Casa Juan, Artritos, Mafikraktika, Knitting Expedition, and Sibol Organics.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Cathedral City, the UK’s number one cheese brand, has announced the relaunch of its 200g price-marked packs (PMPs) in both its Mature and Extra Mature varieties. Recent consumer insights revealed the significant trend that 78% of consumers are now ‘very value-led’ and 66% of consumers are actively seeking ways to extract more value from or reduce […
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Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Swarovski’s latest marketing campaign, featuring pop diva and “Wicked” star Ariana Grande, is the latest indication of the brand’s positive performance in recent months. The campaign images featuring Grande laughing and partying in a festive, holiday-ready setting, iced out in layers of Swarovski jewellery pieces, reflect the company’s overall sparkle.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! SportsShoes.com has achieved a 13% year-on-year increase in outdoor product sales across its UK and international websites for the first six months of its financial year beginning on 1 March 2024. The £90m turnover online outdoor gear, running shoes and running clothing retailer also secured 7,000 new customers for its outdoor categories in the same [&#
Design Week
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
When it comes to creating truly sustainable products, the devil is often in the detail. So it was with Blond’s new packaging for premium skincare brand Daisyface. The challenge for the London agency was to create a refillable product that reflected the high-end brand, with minimal waste.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is known for its affordable everyday essentials and exciting range of Specialbuys, but there’s plenty you might not know about the UK’s fourth-largest supermarket. In most Aldi stores, the chilled aisle is the first you’ll walk down, and it’s packed with some of the most popular grocery items, including meat and dairy.
Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes
Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Go big or go gnome! Or if you’re anything like Asda – do both. The supermarket has launched into Christmas with an animated adventure featuring a team of garden gnomes who rise up from the snow to save Christmas.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! N Brown, the inclusive retail platform and owner of the JD Williams, Jacamo and Simply Be brands, has announced that it will begin rolling out Polymax® powered by HydropolTM packaging for its N Brown own-label products from November 2024.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Despite frequent digital-first and social media dependent stereotyping, Gen Z and Millennial shoppers are the most frequent visitors to UK retail stores, helping drive the physical retail revival, according to the latest research from RetailNext, the leading analytics solution for bricks-and-mortar retailers.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Debenhams unveils an all-new Christmas campaign titled ‘Duh, Debenhams’. The campaign has been created and produced by Exposure, independent creative communications agency. In a light-hearted take on the typical festive frenzy, the 30-second ‘Duh, Debenhams’ hero film showcases Debenhams.com as the ultimate destination to ease seasonal shopping stress.
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B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Superdrug and sister company Savers are celebrating 11 years of partnership with Marie Curie this year. To say thank you to those involved in donation efforts and raise even more funds for the charity, Superdrug hosted a celebrity filled ball this weekend.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In May 2025, Protein Works, the award-winning innovator of nutrition-packed shakes, meals, and snacks, will relocate to a brand new state-of-the-art facility, dubbed “P.Works Campus,” standing proud in the Liverpool City Region.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! North Home, the Nordic-inspired homeware and furnishings retailer, is expanding with a new concept store in County Arcade in the Victoria Quarter. The new store will be set across four floors and will feature designer collections in furniture, ceramics, fragrances, kitchenware, lighting, accessories, skin care, and much more.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today (5th November), Waitrose has unveiled the first instalment of its Christmas advert – Sweet Suspicion, A Waitrose Mystery – to support the start of the retailer’s Christmas campaign. A festive cliffhanger; the ‘whodunnit’ Christmas ad features an all-star cast and – for the first time – is a two-parter, concluding in th
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker
The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Deliveroo, the UK’s leading food delivery platform, has today released its annual ‘Deliveroo 100 Report,’ revealing the top trending dishes of 2024 ordered on the platform across its ten markets worldwide, including the UK.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Recognised as one of the UK’s premier luxury fashion and beauty retailers, Harvey Nichols today announced the appointment of Kate Phelan as a newly created role of creativedirector, with immediate effect. Phelan, one of Britain’s most esteemed stylists is a pivotal figure in the modern British fashion scene.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This year, Fenwick is bringing a twist on ‘The Twelve Days of Christmas’ through its 2024 Fenwick Christmas Window display. Cleverly reimagined by celebrated author and illustrator Chris Riddell and brought to life by family-owned British design and production house, Propability.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Dan Finley as the Group’s chief executive officer (CEO). Dan, formerly of JD Sports and currently CEO of Debenhams, boohoo Group’s fast-growing digital department store, will take up the role with immediate effect.
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