Retail Focus
OCTOBER 23, 2024
If you’ve bought a home using the Help to Buy scheme, at some point, you’ll need to consider how to repay the equity loan. Whether you’re approaching the end of your interest-free period or planning a move, understanding the repayment process is crucial. The good news is that there are several ways to repay the loan, each with its own considerations.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Generative AI and machine learning is nothing new to Amazon.The e-commerce giant has been leveraging technology to personalise its customers’ shopping experience for decades now. However, as the rest of the retail industry is slowly catching up and incorporating Generative AI and machine learning into their online stores, Amazon is taking another leap forward and looking to further personalise recommendations, descriptions, and assistance in its store.
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Design Boom
OCTOBER 23, 2024
a light blue palette fills the 200-square-meter space by between the walls, characterized by its white walls and tiled flooring. The post whimsical ball-filled pool takes center stage at between the walls’ clothing store in kyiv appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Super Retail Group ‘s sales increased in the first 16 weeks of the fiscal year, with Macpac having the highest growth among all the company’s brands. The group’s like-for-like sales jumped 2 per cent as Macpac climbed 4 per cent and BCF rose 3 per cent. Supercheap Auto grew 2 per cent and Rebel had the least growth of 1 per cent. “Macpac has delivered growth in insulation, rainwear and packs while challenging trading conditions in New Zealand have driven sales compression
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Mindful Design
OCTOBER 23, 2024
When deciding to expand your retail business through franchising, it’s essential to understand the financial structure that will drive success. A well-thought-out financial plan ensures not only profitability for you as the franchisor but also the sustainability of your franchisees. So, what are some of the key financial aspects of this endeavor?
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2024
China’s largest shopping event is underway but most merchants and retail analysts expect flat or at best, tepid sales growth, noting consumers are still very much dispirited by the country’s economic woes. The Singles Day shopping extravaganza , which began last week, has morphed from an Alibaba event aimed at persuading single people to pamper themselves to a weeks-long festival that peaks on November 11 across all of China’s major e-commerce platforms as well as in bricks-an
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Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Emporium Melbourne shopping centre has welcomed a slew of high-profile retailers in the past month. Despite the economic downturn, the centre’s success is rooted in its ‘carefully curated’ leasing strategy. By catering to the evolving needs of consumers, and using data to drive these decisions, Emporium Melbourne has maintained its strong mix of fashion tenants while growing its premium dining, automotive, entertainment and co-working offerings.
Drytac
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Drytac’s Paper Fleece Smooth will now be available to purchase in markets around the world after its initial success in the UK. Drytac , the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce the global availability of Paper Fleece Smooth. The product has proved hugely successful since initially launching in the UK earlier this year and will be made available to customers in other regions worldwide from October 2
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2024
New Zealand sustainable brand Nature Baby has launched Worn Again, an effort aimed at keeping baby garments in circulation for longer. Customers can return their pre-loved Nature Baby garments to the store in exchange for a credit towards their future purchase. In turn, Nature Baby will resell these items at a lower price. “This project has been in the works for years now.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Represent, one of Britain’s fastest growing fashion brands, is opening the doors to its first ever UK store this Saturday (26th October), following a period of mass growth. The luxury menswear brand is on track for a record £100M turnover by the end of 2024, and £250M turnover by 2028.
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
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Adairs witnessed higher group sales in the first 16 weeks on the back of better performances of its Adairs and Mocka brands. The group’s sales grew 4.8 per cent as Adairs rose 8.6 per cent and Mocka climbed 0.4 per cent. However, Focus on Furniture dipped 3.7 per cent as store traffic levels declined, further impacted by the planned temporary closure of two stores for refurbishment.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Retail Times is excited to announce our partnership with The World’s Happiest Workplaces, powered by WorkL! WorkL is dedicated to creating happier workplaces, and as the official Industry Partners for Retail, we’re joining forces to promote healthier, happier, and more fulfilling work environments for all.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2024
California-headquartered Aloha Collection has named Myer’s former GM of e-commerce, Lynna Barnard, its new CEO. Barnard, who has over 20 years of retail expertise in Australia, formerly led Dan Murphy’s, the Billabong Group and Best & Less. Barnard contributed to the transformation of Myer’s online strategy, which led to the “record-breaking Cyber Week sales” last year. “In this time of shifting market dynamics and rapidly evolving digital landscape, Lynna’s fresh i
Design Wanted
OCTOBER 23, 2024
“Surfaces are not merely aesthetic but evolve to generate engaging visual and tactile effects,” says Sapienstone, summarizing the philosophy behind […] The post Sapienstone’s latest large format ceramics embrace a “fourth dimension” appeared first on DesignWanted.
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.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As part of a multi-year partnership, Wrangler® has launched its highly anticipated apparel collaboration with country superstar Lainey Wilson, the first ever for the Grammy-winning recording artist. Next-generation country icon Lainey Wilson’s creative energy saddles up with Wrangler’s Western heritage to bring consumers a joyful patchwork of contemporar
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 23, 2024
British heritage brand Denby Pottery has launched direct-to-consumer (DTC) ecommerce capabilities into 29 European markets, in partnership with ESW , ending years of post-Brexit trading challenges. Denby Pottery prides itself on the strength and craftsmanship of its stoneware, which it has made on-site in Derbyshire, England, for more than 200 years.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! L’OR, an innovator in the coffee industry and a leading premium brand from JDE Peet’s, is answering the growing demand for premium coffee shop experiences in the home with the launch of L’OR Coffee Beans. Available in grocery retail for the first time, the range includes three expertly crafted blends: Classique, Forza and Onyx all within a convenient 200
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Kering saw significantly lower sales in the third quarter, with Gucci posting the largest decline due to challenging market conditions in Asia Pacific. Kering’s sales fell 15 per cent to €3.79 billion (US$4.1 million) as Gucci plunged 26 per cent to €1.6 billion. Yves Saint Lauren dipped 13 per cent to €670 million while Bottega Veneta grew 4 per cent to €397 million.
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Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Superdrug has signed up reality TV queen Gemma Collins as the ultimate ‘Beauty Boss’ to support its seasonal offering and in-store beauty services. Gemma will front a YouTube mini-series, Beauty Boss, where she’ll invite friends and guests to enjoy a chat and beauty treatment at her fictional Superdrug Beauty Studio.
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 23, 2024
n 2024, the e-commerce industry is constantly evolving, providing the audience with a unique shopping experience that can surely reshape the future of traditional markets, embracing technology as a core concept for personalisation, and promoting new values that can help businesses gain competitive advantage. E-commerce is not just about selling and buying on digital platforms, but it’s an experience that serves the needs of a broad audience who seeks innovation in the ever-evolving tech wo
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! British independent clothing brand, Lucy & Yak, has leveraged artificial intelligence (AI)-powered fit recommendations from True Fit, the leading AI platform that decodes size and fit for consumers and fashion retailers, to improve conversions and digital revenues.
Design Week
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Elizabeth Laraki was looking forward to speaking at the Upscale conference in Malaga next month. As the former UX Design Lead at Google Maps, and Director of Product Design, Social Impact, at Facebook, Laraki is one of the foremost voices in the UI/UX space.
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
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Fynoderee Distillery is auctioning off ‘Bottle No.1’ of its new, limited-edition Refuge Manx Rum for the benefit of the RNLI. All the proceeds from the auction of this bottle are being donated to the RNLI, with the auction itself forming part of the proceedings at the RNLI Isle of Man Gala Dinner, which takes […] If you want more information R
Design Middleeast
OCTOBER 23, 2024
RAK Ceramics, the world’s leading lifestyle solutions provider in the ceramics industry, is pleased to announce the signing of a framework agreement with Sobha Constructions LLC, a leading multinational construction company which is an arm of Sobha Group. Under this agreement, RAK Ceramics will be the exclusive partner providing premium ceramics and porcelain tiles for Sobha’s upcoming projects.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Retail Times is excited to announce our partnership with The World’s Happiest Workplaces, powered by WorkL! WorkL is dedicated to creating happier workplaces, and as the official Industry Partners for Retail, we’re joining forces to promote healthier, happier, and more fulfilling work environments for all.
Design Week
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Mary Hemimgway recently spoke to a creative director at an agency based in the north of England. He was hiring for two roles – a midweight designer and a design director. He told Hemingway that around 70% of applicants for the midweight role were women, from a diverse range of backgrounds. For the design director […] Source What to read next: Does your design studio need a newsletter?
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Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Jewellery brand Clogau has introduced its 12 Days of Clogau Gift Box (£500). The luxurious advent calendar includes eight silver jewellery pieces, all containing rare Welsh gold, three accessories and a loaded Clogau gift card.
Design Week
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Marilyn: The Exhibition at Arches London Bridge features 250 personal objects including love letters, satin robes, outfits, vintage shoes and make-up from the extensive private collection of Ted Stampfer. It’s hosted by promoter Kilimanjaro Live, parent company of Arches London Bridge, an 11,000-sq-ft venue comprising five six-metre-high railway arches, which opened in June 2023.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! McDonald’s UK & Ireland has extended its partnership with Uber Direct, Uber’s white-label delivery solution, as it aims to increase the number of customers using its mobile app. Uber Direct, which utilises the Uber Eats courier network, will be a critical UK partner as McDonald’s aims to continue growing delivery orders through its app.
Design Week
OCTOBER 23, 2024
The big winners at the ISTD International Typographic Awards include an elegant album cover and a rebrand for a German theatre. Founded in 1992, the biennial awards celebrate, “the profound impact of typography on culture and society” and look to highlight “projects that push the boundaries of design and typographic innovation.
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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