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10 Creative Ways to Use Window Film

Contra

10 Creative Ways to Use Window Film Window film is an innovative and versatile solution that offers privacy, UV protection, and aesthetic appeal. At Contra Vision, we specialize in transforming spaces with our high-quality window film products. Here are ten creative ways to use window film. 1. Decorative Privacy Creating a private yet stylish space in your home or office can be challenging.

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Ralph Lauren sees better-than-expected sales growth 

Inside Retail

Luxury fashion retailer Ralph Lauren has reported positive sales growth in the latest quarter, which surpassed expectations and was mainly driven by Europe and Asia. The company’s second-quarter sales rose 6 per cent to $1.7 billion on a reported basis, as well as 6 per cent in constant currency. “Our strong business performance across every geography this quarter underscores the resilience of our diversified growth drivers and our elevated consumer base, giving us confidence to tak

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Haeckels ditches its name over links to racist zoologist

Design Week

The natural skincare brand Haeckels has relaunched without a formal name. The move comes as the company looks to distance itself from the “abhorrent” views of the German naturalist after which it’s named. Founder Dom Bridges launched Haeckels in Margate in 2012. He chose the name because he liked Ernst Haeckel’s botanical illustrations.

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Jewellery sparkles for Cartier parent Richemont, despite China sales dip

Inside Retail

Cartier jewellery owner Richemont reported a dip in quarterly sales on Friday, as the luxury goods group largely offset tougher conditions in China with growth elsewhere. The owner of Swiss watchmakers including IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Piaget said sales fell by 1 per cent at constant exchange rates to 4.81 billion euros (US$5.19 billion), slightly above analyst consensus forecasts of 4.78 billion euros cited by HSBC.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.

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Singapore Symphony Group Offices by adm Design & Build

Retail Design Blog

The Singapore Symphony Group’s office design by adm Design & Build draws inspiration from the orchestra’s music, featuring soft curves,

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How RM Williams streamlines product development with Centric PLM

Inside Retail

In the fast-paced fashion industry, brands face challenges in keeping up with changing consumer demands, seasonal trends and competitive pressures. Traditional product development processes – slowed by siloed data, inefficient workflows and limited cross-team visibility – can lead to missed opportunities, costly delays and inconsistent product quality.

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The Perfume Shop unveils Christmas brand ad campaign to capture the spirit of the season

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Perfume Shop has launched its highly anticipated 2024 Christmas brand ad, bringing to life the magic and allure of the holiday season. Created by The Perfume Shop and Bristol-based production company Aspect Film & Video Productions Ltd, this captivating campaign will run from 4th November to 24th December, gracing screens and digital platforms to

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Haikou GAOXINGLI Insun Cinema by One Plus Partnership

Retail Design Blog

Haikou is an island in China, it’s situated on the north coast of Hainan Island, and the South China Sea.

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The home of the Christmas sandwich: Pret unwraps its 2024 festive menu

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Everybody knows the festive season doesn’t truly begin until Christmas sarnies hit the shops! Well, it may well be time to deck those halls because Pret A Manger has released details of its Christmas menu and it’s as tantalising as you’d expect.

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Yohji Yamamoto store by OSO

Retail Design Blog

Japanese fashion brand Yohji Yamamoto‘s store at K11 Musea in Hong Kong first opened five years ago. Just a few.

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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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John Lewis adds hundreds of Beauty offers to Black Friday event

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! John Lewis today has added hundreds of Beauty offers to its Black Friday event, including up to 20% off Charlotte Tilbury, MAC, NARS, Clarins and more [1]. Hundreds of unmissable Tech and Fragrance offers have already launched in John Lewis shops and online, with other categories including Home, Fashion and Toys to follow throughout the month.

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WVC Annual Conference 2025 Dates 

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The 2025 Western Veterinary Conference is one of the biggest events for veterinary professionals looking to expand their knowledge, skills, and network. Scheduled for March 2-5, 2025, the conference will be held at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. Here’s what you need to know about the event, including dates, highlights, and opportunities.

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Stacey Solomon stars in Abbott Lyon’s 2024 festive TV ad campaign

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Abbott Lyon is thrilled to announce that TV presenter and beloved brand ambassador, Stacey Solomon, will once again be the face of this year’s Christmas TV advertisement. Marking the third consecutive year of collaboration, this festive campaign is set to fill UK homes with warmth, laughter, and gifting inspiration this season.

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design/leader interview: Maria Cheung

Design Week

Maria Cheung has just been promoted from director and head of interior design to partner at Squire & Partners. The London-based architecture firm’s projects include workplace and hospitality. Design 1. What would your monograph be called? A Million Marias.

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.

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Trinny London announces first-ever pop-up store in New York

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Trinny London is pleased to announce the opening of Trinny London Studio, a pop-up store on Prince Street, Soho on November 11, 2024. Founded by CEO Trinny Woodall in 2017 with the aim of helping women fearlessly feel their best self, the brand has seen rapid global expansion with over 7 million products sold in […] If you want more information Ret

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Preciosa Lighting Brings ‘Signature Designs’ to Life at Downtown Design 2024

Design Middleeast

Preciosa Lighting, a global leader in premium lighting design and craftsmanship, is set to unveil a stunning display of light and form at Downtown Design 2024. Under the theme of Signature Designs, Preciosa will present flexible lighting concepts, merging traditional glassmaking techniques with contemporary design and technology, offering endless customization possibilities for designers and architects.

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Akeneo welcomes Romain Fouache as CEO to elevate innovation and growth

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Akeneo, the Product Experience (PX) company, announces the appointment of Romain Fouache as its new CEO, effective 04 November, 2024. Fouache brings 22 years of experience in high-growth software businesses, previously serving as COO and CRO at Dataiku, the leading platform for everyday AI.

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New O2 campaign highlights the experiences of people affected by data poverty this Christmas

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! O2 is shining a light on data poverty and raising awareness of the National Databank as part of its new Christmas campaign, launching today with agency of record VCCP. Virgin Media O2 founded the National Databank in 2021 with leading digital inclusion charity, Good Things Foundation, which provides free O2 mobile data, texts and calls to those in need.

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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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UK Food System Net Zero plan outlines how industry and government can achieve ambitious 2050 emission reduction targets

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Institute for Grocery Distribution (IGD) has today released the report, A Net Zero Transition Plan for the UK Food System, providing a framework for the food sector to achieve 70% emissions reductions in agriculture and to fully decarbonize heat, electricity and transport.