Retail Focus
JULY 9, 2024
We can analyse the gambling and retail industries separately because they are completely different and huge in their own unique ways. But one thing ties them together, and that is the eagerness for extra expansion. Most businesses tend to expand on their own, but sometimes it is good to join forces with another company so as to make the process somewhat simpler (and mutually beneficial).
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Lush is extending its all-year-round closed-loop packaging incentive to allow customers to bring even non-Lush plastic cosmetics packaging for its recycling program – but only for a limited time. Lush will deduct $1 from a customer’s purchase for every plastic cosmetics packaging piece brought to its stores as the company seeks to minimise its plastic footprint.
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Retail Focus
JULY 9, 2024
For many homeowners, their property is in a constant phase of improvement and evolution. When people buy a home, it is unlikely to be exactly to their tastes and plans will be made to redecorate key rooms and spaces so that the home becomes as unique as they are. At first, this may simply involve re-painting key rooms to fit with more modern designs and colour schemes.
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
In the touristy Saint-Ouen flea market, not far from the Stade de France where athletes will compete in this summer’s Paris Olympics, police officers swarmed in at dawn on April 3 and shut down 11 stores selling counterfeit bags and shoes. They confiscated 63,000 items of clothing, shoes and leather goods, including fake Louis Vuitton and Nike products, and threw them into garbage compactor trucks on the spot.
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Design Wanted
JULY 9, 2024
May Narkphanit, the founder of KAOI Studio, blends a rich background in communication and graphic design with a deep passion […] The post A Thai design studio focused on simplicity, clarity, and meaningful design appeared first on DesignWanted.
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Natassia Nicolao Grace founded Conserving Beauty with the mission to create a beauty brand that centres water conversation. Since its founding in 2021, Grace has landed investors, stocked her brand on the shelves of Mecca, made the Forbes’ 30 under 30 list, launched internationally in the UK and took home the Business of Fashion Global Beauty Award.
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Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Harlin Jones Fine Jewellery has opened a new studio at the heritage-listed Trust Building in Sydney, marking the brand’s expansion from New York. The new studio showcases Harlin Jones’ signature collections, including engagement rings, wedding bands, and statement pieces. Clients may also work with Harlin Jones’ staff to customise their jewellery pieces. “This new space allows us to connect more intimately with our local clients, offering them a dedicated environment to discove
Dezeen
JULY 9, 2024
A display unit wrapped in burgundy-coloured leather forms the centrepiece of this apartment-style showroom in Milan , designed by local firm Eligo Studio for Italian winemaker Masciarelli Tenute Agricole. The showroom on Corso Magenta was conceived by Eligo Studio as a warm and welcoming space, where visiting clients and members of the press can sample Masciarelli's wines and experience the brand's culture in an informal yet professional setting.
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Circana’s newly launched Complete Eats report is based on unprecedented cross-channel panel expertise tracking $158 billion dollars of Australian food and beverage spending across FMCG and foodservice. Inflation played a key role in driving growth of 6 per cent in spending per trip in both channels. But other behavioural measures highlight where the cross-channel competition for share of spend is being won and lost.
Retail Design Blog
JULY 9, 2024
Conexus Studio designs Super Co in One Holland Village, a novel co-working space adjacent to Superland Preschool, blending work and.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Walmart is facing a potential class action lawsuit over unfair and deceptive pricing practices that could cost consumers millions of dollars a year. The 7th US Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago last week ruled that the company must face a lawsuit claiming it charges higher prices at the register than it posts on store shelves. The court order allows customers to prove their case in a proposed class action regarding Walmart’s “bait-and-switch” pricing scheme, which violated consumer protection
Retail Design Blog
JULY 9, 2024
Following stores in West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, cult streetwear brand KITH has opened a third outpost in the Greater.
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
A long-held marketing principle is that brand differentiation is fundamental to success. And there’s no doubt differentiated brands experience higher preference, recall, usage and ‘brand love’. For many brands, however, true differentiation is almost impossible to establish, let alone communicate to customers. Research across 17 markets by the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science has found lack of differentiation is prevalent in many categories, ranging from banking and fast food to ca
Design Middleeast
JULY 9, 2024
With 24 years at SOM under his belt, Dmitri Jajich now serves as the Global Director-Structures at KPM, where he focuses on advancing architectural engineering and design excellence in the Middle East.
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Having recently opened a flagship store in Hong Kong’s Lee Garden, the Italian gourmet chocolate and gelato manufacturer Venchi is plotting its larger expansion in Asia Pacific with a meticulous localisation strategy as consumer spending continues to rebound. “The Asia Pacific region is known for its speed, competition, and evolving consumer preferences,” Marco Galimberti, CEO at Venchi Asia Pacific, told Inside Retail.
Design Wanted
JULY 9, 2024
Tati Ferrucio, a Brazilian industrial designer, is passionate about blending culture, innovation, and design to enhance everyday life. With her […] The post We all have products in our lives that make us happy – Meet Tati Ferrucio appeared first on DesignWanted.
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Chinese tech giant Alibaba’s international e-commerce unit is tapping generative AI-powered tools to help cross-border merchants with translation, content creation and product returns, group vice president Kaifu Zhang said. Speaking on stage at the Reuters Next Conference in Singapore, the executive, who heads Alibaba International Digital Commerce’s artificial intelligence (AI) initiative, said he was bullish on AI’s potential for the company, even in the face of increasing te
Retail Times
JULY 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Job satisfaction of UK retail staff has fallen in the last twelve months, as new data reveals that shop workers are now more likely than other sector employees to be considering leaving their roles in 2024. Latest global research from workforce management provider Quinyx, in its 2024 State of the Frontline Workforce report, found that 56% of retail worke
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Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Granado is an internationally recognised fragrance brand with a unique backstory. Originally known as Granado Pharmácias, the company was founded in 1870 by Portuguese native José Antonio Coxito Granado who produced remedies, cosmetic products, and other items from the plants, herbs and native flowers of Teresópolis, a mountainous region near Rio de Janeiro.
Retail Times
JULY 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is set to open more than 10 new stores across the UK in the coming months as it looks to bring its low prices to even more shoppers. New stores in Waltham Cross in Hertfordshire and Olney Park in Milton Keynes are set to open in the next month, while towns such as Aberdare […] If you want more information Retail Times get in touch!
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Natassia Nicolao Grace founded Conserving Beauty with the mission to create a beauty brand that centres water conversation. Since its founding in 2021, Grace has landed investors, stocked her brand on the shelves of Mecca, made the Forbes’ 30 under 30 list, launched internationally in the UK and took home the Business of Fashion Global Beauty Award.
Retail Times
JULY 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Olivia Wilson, head of product at Curvy Kate, talks through the inspiration behind the AW24 season: “We have some exciting new ranges this season within our Everyday category. Starting with Lush, a luxuriously soft and glistening full coverage plunge up to a K cup, offering an elevated everyday look.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
Inside Retail
JULY 9, 2024
Australia Post has opened a $12 million parcel facility on the Gold Coast as part of its long-term commitment to the region. The facility spans 15,087sqm and can process up to 6000 parcels per hour, 7500 parcels per day, and up to 90,000 at peak hours. It includes sortation technology, which improves the visibility of customer parcels moving throughout the network, as well as integration with Australia Post’s range of services, which includes Express Post, Parcel Post, StarTrack Premium, a
Retail Times
JULY 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Monsoon and Accessorize are pleased to announce a new commitment to funding scholarships to trailblazing students at London College of Fashion (LCF) and Central Saint Martins (CSM), University of the Arts London (UAL).
Design Wanted
JULY 9, 2024
New Designers returned to the Business Design Centre in London with its Week Two showcase, running until 6 July 2024. […] The post The impact of fresh ideas and true innovation showcased at New Designers appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
JULY 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Greater Manchester-based wine and spirits creation, co-packing and filling firm, Kingsland Drinks Group, has announced the departure of managing director, Ed Baker. Baker is set leave the full-service drinks company after more than a decade to take on a new leadership role outside of the drinks sector.
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Retail Bound
JULY 9, 2024
Starting your own product startup can be an exciting and rewarding journey. With the right idea, determination, and hard work, you can turn your vision into a successful business. However, the road to success is not easy and requires careful planning and execution. In this blog post, we will take you through the journey of a successful product startup from idea to launch.
Retail Times
JULY 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! AI is more than the incredibly popular generative tools like ChatGPT; it’s also the natural language processing (NLP), data mining, and machine learning systems that work behind the scenes of website automation, customer service bots, search results, and more.
Design Week
JULY 9, 2024
As we delve back into our archives, here’s a gem from March 1990. Jane Lewis looks at the creative ways design firms promoted their services through mail-outs — from knotted handkerchiefs to boxed chocolates. Today, much of this marketing has shifted to digital platforms like email campaigns and social media, reflecting the evolving landscape of self-promotion.
Retail Times
JULY 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading UK trade kitchen supplier Howdens has launched Chip, a new AI tool designed to provide practical advice for tradespeople and make their jobs easier. Building on a number of Microsoft’s generative AI technologies – Azure OpenAI Service, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure AI Search, Applied AI Services – Chip will be exclusively available to online […] I
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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