Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

Spanish fashion label Desigual is returning Down Under, partnering with The Iconic to launch its spring-summer collection. The brand said the move is a step towards building a presence in Australia and New Zealand. Desigual first entered Australia in 2014 with a flagship store in Melbourne through a licensing agreement with Edwards Imports. Janine Edwards, head of Edwards Imports, said at the time that her company planned to open a Desigual store in every Australian state, with Sydney to be the

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Design Boom

JULY 4, 2024

creative studio unravel blends the interior and exterior, using colors that dissolve these boundaries on the floors, walls, and ceilings. The post verdant green store introduces nature-infused shopping experience in tokyo appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

Your Reformer has grown from a post-pandemic startup to become the largest reformer pilates retailer in Australia and a national phenomenon. Now, the at-home pilates provider – which sells and rents reformer pilates machines, or beds, and operates an on-demand platform of exercise videos – is embarking on a global expansion. This week, the brand announced its first-ever ambassador, model and 2010’s Miss Universe Australia Jesinta Franklin, and is set to disrupt the US market next.

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Design Boom

JULY 4, 2024

symmetrical layout by el departamento unfolds into a semicircle. The post monochromatic terracotta interiors by el departamento adorn new optical boutique in spain appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

I’m just back from an inspiring retail discovery tour in Europe. After taking in Spain, Germany, France, Netherlands and the UK, five key trends have become apparent. 1. Focus of retail on online marketing, pickups and delivery It’s clear how much European retailers are invested in non-physical retail. While the trend (particularly in Central Europe) still leans toward a preference for physical retail shopping, retailers are pushing hard online.

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Design Middleeast

JULY 4, 2024

In today’s rapidly changing home situations, the sofa has evolved beyond its conventional purpose to become a multi-functional centrepiece. Chattels & More (CM) is at the forefront of this innovation, with unparalleled sofa experience. In conversation with Adrian Shaw, CEO, to find out what makes their sofas unique and how they are adjusting to changing client needs.

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RetailMinded

JULY 4, 2024

Navigating the complexities of tax season can be daunting for any retail business owner. Ensuring compliance with tax regulations while maximizing deductions requires careful planning and strategic execution. This blog post will explore practical tips and tricks to help your retail business prepare for tax season efficiently. Understanding the importance of tax preparation can save your business time, money, and potential legal troubles.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

Bookstore chain Dymocks is considering buying some assets of rival Booktopia after the latter entered voluntary administration earlier this week. The company is targeting Booktopia’s fulfilment and distribution centres, according to the Sydney Morning Herald. “We wouldn’t look to buy the brand because we have a much stronger brand ourselves that’s been around 145 years.

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 4, 2024

For the Scotch Malt Whisky Society’s inaugural contribution to the Sotheby’s auction, STCKMN was commisioned to lead on the design.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

We spoke with Taymoor Atighetchi, the founder and CEO of popular British online stationery brand Papier , about his approach to time management and work-life balance and his best advice for emerging entrepreneurs. Here, he explains why his business offers 30 days a year when employees can “work from anywhere” and why he avoids multi-tasking.

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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

JULY 4, 2024

Meyer redesigned Bala Consulting Engineers’ headquarters in Wayne to meet WELL Building Standards™, creating an innovative, neurodiverse workspace with biophilic.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

Fashion retailer Shein has launched its first Australia-only fashion design competition, the Shein RISE Student Designer Challenge, following the global Shein x Challenge design competition in March. The Shein RISE Student Designer Challenge invites Australian students to create creative ideas based on the theme “Retro-Futurism” The best three designs will win $10,000, $5000, and $3000 cash for first, second, and third place.

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 4, 2024

Although not yet on the same level as Asia‘s current number one lifestyle hub Seoul, the sprawling Indonesian capital Jakarta.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

While beauty enthusiasts have known Jung Saem Mool as an iconic makeup artist who has collaborated with Korean celebrities such as Lee Hyori and Song Hye Kyo, the brand is relatively new to the Southeast Asian market. Two months after making its debut in Hong Kong in March, the brand recently expanded into Southeast Asia with its first international flagship in Singapore.

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 4, 2024

“A sleeping bag manufacturer’s store design that enables creative displays through a ceiling hanger rack system and movable raised floor.”.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

Country Road Group ‘s Trenery has opened a pop-up store in Chadstone, its largest store globally, that will trade until January. It is the brand’s second new store and the fourth rebranded store since its relaunch last August. Currently, the fashion brand has a footprint in Australia, New Zealand, and South Africa. “We’re so excited to launch our very first pop-up store at Chadstone,” said Melanie Remai, GM at Trenery. “This new space lets us present our entir

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Retail Times

JULY 4, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Dayforce, Inc. (NYSE: DAY; TSX: DAY), a global human capital management (HCM) leader that makes work life better, today announced that WHSmith, a leading global retailer for news, books, and convenience, has expanded its use of the Dayforce platform.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

Woolworths Group has sold the Warbu-Bellmere Shopping Centre in Queensland to a Melbourne-based private investment group for $37.75 million. The 5164sqm shopping centre opened last August and is underpinned by a 10-year lease to Woolworths, which occupies 71 per cent of its gross lettable area and serves as the largest full-line supermarket in the main trade area.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

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Retail Times

JULY 4, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi, the UK’s fourth largest supermarket, is set to introduce new stocking density requirements for its fresh chicken suppliers, further improving the quality of life for livestock. The transition to the higher welfare standard, which will be complete by the end of October 2024, means that Aldi fresh chicken will have 20% more space than […] If yo

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Design Wanted

JULY 4, 2024

With 180 of the world’s most influential lighting designers in attendance, the LIT Lighting Design Awards Gala celebrated the remarkable […] The post In London, the event honored the brightest minds in the lighting industry appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

JULY 4, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Cotswold Company, the digitally-led premium handcrafted furniture and homeware brand, is delighted to announce it has completed a significant programme to upgrade its showrooms across the UK. Founded in 1996 in the heart of the Cotswolds, The Cotswold Company sells thoughtfully designed, carefully crafted premium furniture and accessories.

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Design Middleeast

JULY 4, 2024

WARREN GEMLIK, GROUP DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR, KOJ INTERIORS As the leading provider of fit-out turnkey solutions in the GCC region, KOJ Interiors is committed to continuous market research and engaging with our esteemed clients to gather feedback, fostering strong relationships and a culture of innovation within our organization. They believe that regularly assessing and adapting to emerging trends in the design and fit-out industry ensures our relevance and competitiveness in the market.

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Retail Times

JULY 4, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Despite a positive second half for retail destinations in June, overall trends year on year failed to surpass 2023 levels. Footfall remained -1.4% lower in all UK retail destinations led predominantly by high street activity sitting -2.3% below 2023 levels.

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Design Middleeast

JULY 4, 2024

BRUNO NAKAD, MANAGING PARTNER AND (R) PATRICK DANIEL, MANAGING PARTNER This month, Blue Camel Design marks a significant milestone, its 20th anniversary. Patrick Daniel and Bruno Nakad, the company’s founders, set out in 2004 to create a unique interior design and fit-out company in Dubai. It represents two decades of innovation, creativity, and dedication.

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Retail Times

JULY 4, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! he leading Portuguese wine brand in the UK, Porta 6, today announces the launch of a Winemaker’s Selection White Wine in Tesco stores nationwide and online. Porta 6 Winemaker’s Selection White Wine has an ABV of 12.5% and an RRP of £8.25.

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Design Wanted

JULY 4, 2024

Established to honor exceptional talent in furniture and interior design, the SIT Furniture Design Award has announced the winners of […] The post The winners of the 4th edition of the SIT Furniture Design Award have been announced appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

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Retail Times

JULY 4, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Castore, the premium performance sportswear brand, has officially opened its regional flagship store at centre:mk, one of the top 10 retail destinations in the UK. Located on centre:mk’s premium Silbury Arcade, Castore’s investment into centre:mk marks a new regional retail endeavor for the brand.

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Design Wanted

JULY 4, 2024

In the recent past, we used to see designers, especially Italian ones, dressed in nice suits, talking about how they […] The post Crafting unique, one-of-a-kind designs – The story of two artist-designers appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

JULY 4, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! LUMENE, the renowned Nordic beauty brand, is making significant strides in its global expansion. With more than 600 new retailer locations opened this year, LUMENE strengthens its position as a key Nordic player in the European beauty market.

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Inside Retail

JULY 4, 2024

A programmer by background, Tower Systems founder Mark Fletcher (pictured above) started creating software for small retailers in 1981. The earliest version was to manage newspaper home delivery, connecting newsagents with publishers and enabling the list and instructions that paper boys would use to make deliveries. In 1996 Fletcher branched out into retail ownership, buying his first newsagency as a testbed to experiment with the software and “walk in the shoes of our customers”.

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