Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Over the past decade, the Cyber Week sales period, anchored by Black Friday, has become a bigger fixture on the retail calendar. It has brought forward the all-important holiday season, as retailers push for the first-mover advantage, discounting before their competitors in an effort to get an early lead. For the past few years, consumers have been more than willing to dip into their bursting savings accounts – thanks in large part to the pandemic – to spend on Black Friday.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Research commissioned by American Express Shop Small reveals the top 10 high streets for independent shops in the UK, shining a light on the nation’s small businesses that play such an important role in their local communities.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Children’s couture brand Tutu Du Monde has opened its first flagship location, in Sydney’s Westfield Bondi Junction. The store offers the brand’s celebrated collections including tutus, dresses, resortwear, and accessories crafted for young fashion enthusiasts. ­­The design of the flagship was based on the idea of a sparkling jewellery box, with the colour pink playing the prominent role against a backdrop of a neutral-coloured stone facade.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! If you have a cheeky, fun and bold sense of sense of humour, you’ve probably sent or received a Jeffrey and Janice card – and it most likely made you giggle. What you may not know is that the hilarious scenes featured in these cards are set up and photographed by one woman, from the […] If you want more information Retail Times get in touch!

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Luxury fashion retailer Oroton Group says its profit more than tripled on the back of higher sales and stricter cost and inventory management in FY23. The company booked a net profit of $8.2 million in the 12 months ended July 30, up 3.5 times from last year. This comes amid a 25 per cent growth in overall store sales, with same-store sales up by 12 per cent, attributed to investment in in-store experience, additional trading days, and a return to physical retail after the peak of the Covid-19

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Retail Design Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

HUŎ, a thriving Asian restaurant nestled in Chelsea, sought our expertise for a space rejuvenation. Keeping their beloved color palette.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Iceland, the UK’s leader in frozen food, operating nearly 1,000 stores across the country, is set to cut CO2 emissions by more than 1,600 metric tonnes this year thanks to the introduction of cutting-edge, in-cab driver coaching technology, which combines live driver feedback with rewards to produce better driving.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Auckland Airport is thrilled to announce Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein will be bringing their international store experience to the $200-million-plus premium outlet shopping centre in Auckland. The two large stores will anchor the northern end of the centre with a total combined area of 1400sqm, which is the size of over three basketball courts. They will join other major retailers who have signed up to Manawa Bay, which include Converse & Hurley, Lorna Jane, Citrine & Co, and two br

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Retail Design Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

KIND STORE – Nürnberg The newly designed store with over 300 m2 in a prime location in Nuremberg impresses with.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

In a strategic move to redefine the retail landscape and foster community engagement, Singapore Land Group (SingLand) has embarked on a journey to transform West Mall, situated in the heart of Bukit Batok Central in Singapore. As part of the Asset Enhancement Initiative (AEI), this venture aims to breathe new life into the shopping experience, aligning seamlessly with the Urban Redevelopment Authority’s vision of creating inclusive and cherished public spaces.

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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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Retail Design Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Alain de Botton in his book The Pleasures and Sorrows of Work says “Work occupies the most vibrant and creative.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

The digital product passport includes ownership certificates, which provide information about the bag’s production and craftsmanship. The digital product passport includes ownership certificates, which provide information about the bag’s production and craftsmanship. It also has origin and sustainability certifications of raw materials and packaging used for Di Bag.

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E Delevry

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Frozen food retailer Iceland is working to reduce the emissions of its home delivery operations by installing in-cab driver coaching technology. It hopes the system, which provides real-time driver feedback and rewards, will help it to cut CO2 emissions by more than 1,600 metric tonnes this year. Developed by UK-based telematics firm Lightfoot, the solution for fleets is designed to manage emissions through its interactive in-vehicle tech.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Bunnings’ chief customer officer Ryan Baker has worked at the hardware chain for more than 20 years. Here, he shares insights into the company’s evolution and culture, and his own career journey. Inside Retail : What has your career journey been like, and how has it shaped your approach to leadership and customer service? Ryan Baker: I started my career at a local supermarket chain in Queensland, which is where my love of retail began.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! TikTok Shop, the online marketplace of the social media platform TikTok, has generated a lot of buzz since its September launch. For some companies it offers another avenue to market and sell their products.

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Design Wanted

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

In this article, I want to discuss a young individual who is leveraging social media to share his journey in the design world: Brandon Wang and […] The post How to launch a design brand from scratch appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As consumers continue to prioritise value, Primark is standing by its customers and price leadership, and two years since the launch of its sustainability strategy Primark Cares, remains on track to delivering its promise to offer more sustainable affordable fashion to everyone.

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Thrifts and Tangles

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

We are back with another Thrifty Entrepreneur feature! This series covers amazing secondhand businesses of all facets. We dive into more about the business, resell tips, thrifting tips, and more! There’s something so interesting about an entrepreneur’s journey – especially when they are prioritizing sustainability. I hope you enjoy this interview and click here to […] The post Meet the Owner of the Luxury Bridal Resale Shop in Beverly Hills appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles.

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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.

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Design Wanted

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

The Milanese Atelier Tapis Rouge is a luxury rug company that preserves the centuries-old tradition of rug-making. The company’s narrative originates from ancient Persia, where a […] The post Honoring centuries of craftsmanship: the art of rug-making appeared first on DesignWanted.

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E Delevry

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Getir was founded in Istanbul in 2015 enabling consumers to receive online grocery orders in just 20 minutes. It has since expanded the swift grocery delivery service to European countries and the US, profiting from the rising curve of consumer demand for convenience online and fast delivery. However, Getir’s fortunes during the pandemic have since declined as consumers returned to shopping in bricks-and-mortar locations, the recently published RetailX Middle East Ecommerce Region 2023 report ha

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Design Wanted

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

In 2022 Merck and Ceramic Colors Wolbring GmbH jointly developed the ColorQuantTM solar technology, challenging the idea of power efficiency loss of colored PV modules. Increasing […] The post ColorQuant, a groundbreaking, easy coloring of photovoltaic modules appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Research commissioned by American Express Shop Small reveals the top 10 high streets for independent shops in the UK, shining a light on the nation’s small businesses that play such an important role in their local communities.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

British music store HMV will on Black Friday return to its former flagship store on London’s Oxford Street after a four-year absence, offering vinyl, clothing and merchandise in a vote of confidence for physical stores in an increasingly online age. The 363 Oxford Street address hosted the very first HMV store in 1921, opened by composer Edward Elgar, and was central to the development of British popular music and culture.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As part of the company’s mission to stay close to local communities and improve people’s lives through the LifeWear philosophy, global apparel retailer UNIQLO is partnering, for the second year in a row, with the Trussell Trust, an anti-poverty charity who work to ensure everyone in the UK can be free from hunger.

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

SAVANNAH, GA – Join Campus Market Expo (CAMEX) 2024 at the Savannah Convention Center in Savannah, GA. The CAMEX expo dates are February 25 th – 26 th , 2024. Organized and presented by the National Association of College Stores (NACS), CAMEX stands as the premier educational conference and buying expo for campus retailing. Drawing buyers and campus stores not only from the U.S. and Canada but also from across borders.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The latest research from eBay Ads reveals that as consumers look for value for money this Christmas, certain cohorts are laser focused on using peak season sales to get more bang for their buck when gift shopping.

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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.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As the festive shopping season gears up, Lidl GB is revealing the best times for customers to get all of their goods, whilst confirming store opening hours over the Christmas period. The discounter has also shared a top tip for shoppers to get live updates on how busy their local store is.

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