Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

Bassike co-founder Mary Lou Ryan has decided to leave the fashion company. “After 18 years, I have decided to step out of the business to pursue other creative and meaningful endeavours,” said Ryan on a LinkedIn post. “The simple idea to reinvent a ‘basic’ white tee-shirt became a wonderful business marked by creativity, purpose, and collaboration.” Earlier this year, Ryan told Inside Retail that it was her priority to scope out the priorities for the business

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Retail Focus

JULY 22, 2024

After a close-fought judging process the shortlisted entries have been named. At a crucial time for the industry, The Creative Retail Awards is the ultimate celebration of innovation and excellence in retail, leisure and hospitality design. It allows retailers and creatives from around the world to compete for glory in a range of categories, culminating in a glittering awards presentation in London, a global hub for the creative industries.

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

New Balance has opened its largest Australian shoe store in Melbourne Central, marking its third UCC concept store as it expands in the country. The 300sqm store – its name short for Uncommonly Common Concept – offers lifestyle and performance collections along with Made in USA and UK products. “Following the successful opening of our first UCC stores in Bondi and Chadstone – and our first Grey Store in Galeries, Sydney – Melbourne Central is the perfect next step for New Balance, with a l

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Retail Focus

JULY 22, 2024

In London, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in retail and commercial spaces is crucial, especially in a post-pandemic world where expectations around hygiene standards are high. Aesthetics aside, a clean environment is vital for providing a safe and inviting atmosphere for both customers and employees. Microbial testing , which detects harmful microorganisms like bacteria and viruses, is integral to ensuring these spaces are not just visibly clean but hygienically safe.

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

The Warehouse Group says it has received an approach from Sir Stephen Tindall and Adamantem Capital Partners about a potential interest in acquiring its shares. The company, however, advised shareholders not to sell their shares. “The board of directors cautions shareholders that the approach received did not constitute an offer by any person to acquire the business of the company or shares of the company and that it, and any consideration of other alternatives, may not result in any propo

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! MadeForMums, the UK’s number one parenting site for product reviews, has today (Monday 22 July) announced the results of its 2024 school uniform testing. With school holidays underway and school uniforms on sale, MadeForMums used rigorous testing processes and feedback from over 1000 British families to determine which primary school uniforms parents an

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 22, 2024

Leading South Korean fashion brand SYSTEM is a household name among fashion-forward crowds in the homeland. Owned by fashion conglomerate.

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

The Reserve Bank of Australia and retailers will be staring each other down in the weeks ahead. The Central Bank will be mulling over a possible further increase in interest rates in its relentless fight against stubborn inflation. Its economic data analysis will include retail sales at its August meeting with speculation around another increase in interest rates.

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Drytac

JULY 22, 2024

Authored by Cathy Radoncic, Territory Sales Manager at Drytac. There is no doubt over the many benefits that window graphics can offer. Be it promoting a business to passers-by on the street outside or adding colourful decoration for those on the inside to enjoy, window graphics are a cost-effective solution in many environments. However, that is not to say that these applications do not cause some issues for the customer in both the long-term and short-term, specifically when it comes to the ex

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

Jurlique has opened a new flagship store at Burnside Village in Adelaide, South Australia. The new store features a Biodynamic Farm hub and farm-grown botanicals and offers spa treatments, with two treatment rooms for duo treatments. The store also features sustainable materials and natural finishes including a natural timber facade, handcrafted surfaces with organic materials, and botanical displays.

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Design Middleeast

JULY 22, 2024

Elie Mrad, Chief Architectural Officer at Arada, shares insights into the design philosophy behind Anantara Sharjah Resort and Residences, emphasising the integration of natural elements and sustainable practices to create a unique and immersive experience. Can you share with us the inspirations and initial ideas that shaped the vision for Anantara Residences?

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

Google is planning to keep third-party cookies in its Chrome browser, it said on Monday, after years of pledging to phase out the tiny packets of code meant to track users on the internet. The major reversal follows concerns from advertisers – the company’s biggest source of income – saying the loss of cookies in the world’s most popular browser will limit their ability to collect information for personalising ads, making them dependent on Google’s user databases.

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Global womenswear retailer, House of CB, has made a major commitment to London, acquiring 45,000sq ft of space at 225 Oxford Street to open a permanent flagship store in a prime position on Oxford Circus. The brand already operates standalone stores in Los Angeles and Atlanta.

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

At a recent Future50 event hosted by BeautyMatter , Christine Chang, the co-CEO and co-founder of Glow Recipe, Andrea Lisbona, the founder and CEO of Touchland, and Beatrice Dixon, the co-founder, CEO, and chief innovation officer of The Honey Pot, spoke about the ups and downs of launching their businesses and their advice for maintaining consistent, sustainable growth.

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 22, 2024

Located in a new boutique business development in the bustling southeastern suburb of Mount Waverley, Victoria, Australia, Klim Coffee Roasting.

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

Tom Ford said its creative director Peter Hawkings has stepped down after serving with the creative department since April last year. Prior to working as creative director, Hawkings served as SVP of menswear and design director of menswear, accessories, and eyewear for the brand. The fashion retailer said it is set to announce a successor in the near future. “I want to thank Peter for his collaboration since Tom Ford Fashion became part of the Ermenegildo Zegna Group.

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! AliExpress, an international online retail marketplace under Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group, today launched its latest Consumer Insights Report1 of 2024 highlighting a change in the online retail trends.

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

Global advertisers are hiring more female athletes to launch marketing campaigns ahead of the Paris Summer Olympics, a move aimed at capitalising on recent record ratings for women’s sports in the US and Europe to reach new audiences. While the Olympics has long been considered the pinnacle of women’s sports, increased attention leading up to the Games has prompted more brands to feature female athletes in commercials, shape messaging toward women and increase ad spending on women’s sports

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Unilever announces a new and exclusive partnership between laundry power brands, Dirt Is Good (Persil) and Comfort, and leading consumer technology and domestic appliance company, Samsung UK. The collaboration will combine the chemistry of powerful cleaning and fabric care from Unilever with the technology and cutting-edge AI capabilities of Samsung Besp

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

Jewellery studio Sarah & Sebastian has opened its first Western Australian flagship store in the heart of Perth. The flagship is housed in a heritage-listed building on Kings Street and offers the brand’s full range of jewellery designs and luxury services, including Ear Alchemy Piercing, soldered permanent jewellery, and bridal consultations.

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Primark is to partner with award-winning adaptive designer and disability advocate, Victoria Jenkins, to make adaptive fashion affordable to everyone. Victoria has more than a decade’s experience in the fashion industry and founded her award-winning adaptive fashion brand, Unhidden, in 2016 as part of her mission to normalize universal design through the

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Design Middleeast

JULY 22, 2024

Oktay Unlu, General Manager of Zenon Dubai, shares insights on his professional journey, the distinctive design elements of this unique establishment, and the trends or innovations he foresees shaping the future of the F&B industry. Can you share insights into your professional journey and what led you to your current role? My professional journey in luxury hospitality spans over two decades, during which I have had the privilege of working in diverse and dynamic environments across the glob

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! John Lewis has today (Monday 22 July 2024) announced a trial where customers can bring their beloved garments, accessories and a selection of homeware back to life through an in-store repair service. From reviving your wedding dress, to restoring the zip on a luxury clutch or adjusting a pair of curtains, the service will offer repair […] If you wa

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Lidl GB, the UK’s fastest-growing bricks-and-mortar supermarket, is setting a new standard in sustainable beef production with its market-leading programme. Partnering with British beef suppliers, Lidl is also committing to invest £1.5 billion into the British beef industry over the next five years, as part of its wider commitment to sourcing 100%

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ocado Group has announced the expansion of its partnership with leading US grocery retailer, Kroger by providing new automated technologies for Kroger’s Customer Fulfilment Centres (CFCs). Kroger will implement Ocado’s latest innovations, including On-Grid Robotic Pick (OGRP) and Automated Frameload (AFL), to enhance efficiency and reduce cos

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Matalan, the leading fashion and homeware omnichannel value retailer, is to become home to over 25 new third-party brands as part of its efforts to significantly improve the choice of stylish and quality products on offer.

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Lincolnshire Co-op has extended its partnership with Retail Insight, the leading provider of in-store execution software, for an additional four years, as it looks to further reduce food waste across its store estate.

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! KEA has now opened its 100th mobile pick-up point, following a successful nationwide roll-out. This popular service is free of charge for orders over £100 and costs £5 for orders below that amount. The expansion comes as the retailer sees its online business grow rapidly.

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