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“The AI revolution needs designing. Today.”

Design Week

Before I start, I’d like to share my excitement for having this space to put some thoughts down for the design-curious readership of Design Week. It’s been a rocky few years, but legacy counts in a world of one–second wonders. Design is key to so many of today’s challenges, so I’m very happy to share […] Source What to read next: “UX is a joke, and it’s inexcusable” | Why 2024 will be the “year of creative emergence” when it comes

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Amazon’s third quarter net income surges 54.5 per cent

Inside Retail

Amazon’s net income has surged on the back of higher third-quarter sales, breaking the trend of a modest slowdown with a stronger pace of growth than it delivered the previous quarter. The e-comme rce giant’s net income soared 54.5 per cent year on year to US$15.3 billion ($23.27 billion) as net sales rose 11 per cent to $158.9 billion ($241.6 billion).

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Dr Sam’s to open pop up at London’s Westfield White City to celebrate launch in Sephora UK

Retail Focus

Widely considered to be a beauty insider’s best-kept secret and known as being one of the country’s leading experts in skin having treated Oscar winners, A listers, models and the top beauty editors, Dr Sam Bunting is passionate about making expert skincare advice more accessible and believes in transformation stating ‘when you change your skin, you change your life.

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Atoir’s creative director on blending creativity and technology in new AI campaign

Inside Retail

Australian luxury brand Atoir is revered for its fashion-forward collections but this season it’s pushing creative boundaries with its new AI-infused campaign. Cynthia Farchione, Atoir founder and creative director, told Inside Retail that this campaign marks the brand’s first venture into using artificial intelligence. “Traditional ways of operating were no longer serving the business so we wanted to be at the forefront of trialling what AI could do to enhance various aspects of our

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

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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eBay Brings the Nation’s Listings to London’s Busiest High Street

Retail Focus

Today, eBay announces the launch of “Listings in Lights,” an immersive display in the heart of London that promotes private selling and lets people shop pre-loved items across luxury, fashion, home, tech, and toys, from eBay sellers across the UK. Listings in Lights follows last month’s removal of selling fees for private sellers in the UK, making it free to sell across all categories except for motors.

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Harley Davidson collaborates with Champion on a limited-edition capsule

Inside Retail

Harley Davidson and Champion have collaborated on a limited-edition capsule that combines athletic comfort with heritage moto design. The Champion x Harley-Davidson line features sweatshirts, tees, and hats with modern silhouettes and large graphics. Each piece, according to the brands, combines strong durability with the comfort of sweats, providing a blend of bold style and everyday wearability. “Today, and through partnerships with like-minded brands such as Harley-Davidson, we are con

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Apple beats profit expectations, despite declining China sales

Inside Retail

Apple’s AI-enhanced iPhone made a strong start, pushing quarterly sales ahead of Wall Street expectations, but a modest revenue forecast raised questions about whether that momentum will hold over the holiday sales season. A decline in China sales during the fourth quarter also concerned some analysts and investors, helping send shares down 1.4 per cent in after-hours trade, despite surprisingly large overall profit and revenue in that period.

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Hourglass Cosmetics opens world-exclusive beauty experience in Selfridges new Beauty Hall

Retail Focus

Hourglass is a global leader in luxury, cruelty-free beauty. Having garnered a reputation for reinventing luxury cosmetics through cutting-edge product innovation and artful product design; they set out to establish a new retail standard in this highly-competitive market. In collaboration with global retail design agency, Checkland Kindleysides , they created a one-of-a-kind cosmetics counter that would ‘own the room’ and leave consumers in no doubt of Hourglass’s market-leading expertise.

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China uncertainty leaves Estee Lauder treading water

Inside Retail

Estee Lauder has reported a decline in sales for the first quarter of FY25, mainly due to low consumer sentiment in the Chinese market. The company’s net sales for the quarter ended September 30 dropped 4 per cent year-on-year to $3.52 billion. Management attributed the decrease to worsened consumer sentiment in China, which drove further softening in overall prestige beauty in Mainland China and low conversion rates in Hong Kong.

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Wendy’s UK restaurants celebrate 25 years of Nickelodeon’s “SpongeBob SquarePants” with “Krabby Patty Kollab” menu items

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! WHY: In celebration of the 25th anniversary of “SpongeBob SquarePants,” Wendy’s® and Paramount partnered to launch Wendy’s Krabby Patty Kollab, which includes a Krabby Patty Kollab Burger and Pineapple Under the Sea Frosty®.

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A Blueprint for B2B Commerce

In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.

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Miu Miu the hero as Prada Group’s retail sales soar over first nine months

Inside Retail

Despite the challenging trading environment, Prada Group ‘s retail sales increased across all its brands in the first nine months of the fiscal year. The group’s net revenue rose 17.5 per cent year over year to €3.83 billion (US$4.17 billion), with its retail net sales growing 18.3 per cent to €3.42 billion. Wholesale net sales climbed 8.6 per cent to €313.9 million, while royalties soared 23.7 per cent to €90.5 million.

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Introducing BYROE New York’s Vegan Yogurt Collection – now available in the UK

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! We’re thrilled to announce the UK launch of BYROE New York’s latest innovation: the Upcycled Vegan Soy Yogurt Collection, now available exclusively at Counter Culture. This luxurious new line brings the essence of clean beauty to your skincare routine, with products crafted from vegan, yogurt-inspired formulas that nourish, soothe, and rejuvenate t

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Back to Metcash: Scott Marshall to take the helm of Independent Hardware Group

Inside Retail

Metcash has appointed Scott Marshall as CEO of the Independent Hardware Group (IHG), effective November 20. Marshall succeeds Annette Walsh , who decided to step down after five years in the role. He worked with Metcash for more than 30 years before he took the role of CEO of Australia and New Zealand at Reece Group in July 2023. At Metcash, Marshall held senior leadership roles, including CEO of its food and liquor divisions. “Scott’s deep experience with Metcash, his demonstrated p

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Vaga Arquitectura and Pistache Ganache wrap Brazilian store in undulating "membrane"

Dezeen

Brazilian studios Vaga Arquitectura and Atelier Pistache Ganache teamed up to design a "consumer-first" boutique outfit with curving coral walls for a mattress company in Sāo Paulo. Renovated in 2024 by design studio Vaga Arquitetura and luxury retail designer Atelier Pistache Ganache , the narrow store sits on the end of a block in the Pinheiros neighborhood.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

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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How Amazon is fending off competition by offering everyday essentials

Inside Retail

Amazon’s push to offer more everyday essentials like toothpaste is hurting its average selling prices, but it is also a guard against rivals such as Temu and Shein who offer rock-bottom prices on goods they ship from China. People are shopping more frequently at Amazon, adding more low-priced items with each checkout, Amazon said on Thursday, after it reported third-quarter revenue and profit that beat Wall Street expectations.

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PAON Architects Office by PAON Architects Co.,Ltd.

Retail Design Blog

PAON Architects embodies a creative and collaborative work environment within a compact 180-square-meter space, thoughtfully designed to enhance the quality.

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Argos makes Christmas dreams comes true

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Argos makes Christmas dreams comes true Argos has released its 2024 Christmas campaign with the help of Golden Globe winning director, Michael Gracey. Starring two familiar faces once again, brand mascots Connie the doll and Trevor the dinosaur help to shine a light on how the retailer can fulfil customers’ festive dreams no matter what […] If you

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FENDI store

Retail Design Blog

Little over two years after first setting up shop in Madrid, an event we’ve covered in a previous post, FENDI.

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Optimizing Frontend Delivery in Composable Commerce: The Buy vs Build Decision

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The Science Behind Strategic Display Placement: How Location Impacts Purchasing Decisions

Creative Displays Now

The Science Behind Strategic Display Placement: How Location Impacts Purchasing Decisions Point-of-purchase (POP) displays can influence consumer behavior , improve brand visibility and boost sales. A well-positioned display can entice customers to purchase on impulse by presenting the right product at the right moment. By understanding what creates an engaging shopping experience, you can help consumers find what they need while also driving revenue.

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Freeths LLP office by Denton

Retail Design Blog

A New Beginning for Freeths LLP Leeds Freeths LLP, a leading legal firm, found its Leeds office bursting at the.

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How Your Packaging Design Influences Buying Decisions

Creative Displays Now

The consumer perception of product packaging design is important, as it’s often the first thing shoppers notice about a product. Good packaging can grab attention, convey important information and create a strong impression. The unboxing experience also matters to consumers — if opening the packaging feels special, they are more likely to become loyal customers or share their experience online.

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IMTS Show 2026 Dates 

Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

IMTS is returning in September of 2026 at the McCormick in Chicago, Illinois. The official dates for International Manufacturing Technology are  September 14 th  – 19 th,  2026.   IMTS, organized by the Association for Manufacturing Technology (AMT), is one of the top manufacturing events in North America that occurs every two years, bringing together innovators, industry leaders, and manufacturers from around the world.

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How To Craft Your Perfect Retail Tech Stack

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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Boost Sales With Creative Food and Beverage Retail Displays

Creative Displays Now

The retail landscape is highly competitive, which means those in the consumer product industry are always looking for effective ways to differentiate their products from others. Well-designed retail displays can showcase products effectively and enhance the shopping experience for customers. In-store sales represent 85% of retail revenue in the United States — this means in-store marketing efforts for food and beverages are still effective, even with limited ways of measuring success.

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Superdrug pledges to support young care leavers with a career in retail to help drive social mobility

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Superdrug has pledged its commitment to support young care leavers this National Care Leavers Week (28th Oct – 3rd Nov), with the ambition for care leavers to make up 5% of its workforce by 2030. The health & beauty retailer is also providing care leavers with access to its Life Skills programme, to help upskill young people and […] If you want

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Reimagining craft: unveiling the potential of emotional Design using AI

Design Wanted

Aga Blonska, an architect and designer specializing in digital fabrication and large-scale 3D printing, has pioneered an innovative approach with […] The post Reimagining craft: unveiling the potential of emotional Design using AI appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Celebrate Diwali at Sainsbury’s

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Light up your Diwali celebrations with a delicious feast for the family, with unbeatable Nectar Prices across selected products at Sainsbury’s Stock up on sweet treats, savoury snacks, and cupboard staples for the ultimate festive spread Save up to £6.50 off selected products both instore and online, available now until Sunday 3rd November 2024 Laila Bas

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Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition

Achieve more with your commerce with the help of Orium’s Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition. Presented in partnership with commercetools, Contentstack, and Google Cloud, this edition is packed with new insights and practical examples to help you navigate changes in digital commerce and construct an adaptable tech stack optimized for efficiency and scalability.

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Crafting a greener future – the journey of sustainable transformation in design

Design Wanted

By embracing resource conservation, waste management, energy efficiency, and sustainable materials, Cristina Rubinetterie exemplifies how environmental responsibility can go hand […] The post Crafting a greener future – the journey of sustainable transformation in design appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Beauty Pie launches advent calendar full of award-winning best sellers, worth over £645

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The pre-Christmas countdown is officially in full swing, and the biggest players in the beauty industry are releasing 2024’s most popular advent calendars that will bring joy throughout the Christmas season.

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Working overseas – how to make it work

Design Week

How strong is the UK’s design brand? It seems like it’s still in pretty good health, according to agencies working abroad. From interiors and strategy to branding and packaging, some agencies are getting well over half their work outside the UK. Why is it happening?

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Last chance to apply for Aldi’s exclusive superfan card

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today is the last chance for shoppers to apply for Aldi’s Superfan Card and win a year’s worth of groceries. The Superfan Card is Aldi’s way of celebrating its most loyal customer, with one winner chosen to be the first-ever recipient of this exclusive card.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.