Retail Design Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2024

SGA designed the 10 Prospect project in Somerville, featuring a lab-ready facility with materials reflecting the area’s industrial history, emphasizing.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The events of this week have brought the state of bricks-and-mortar in Australia’s rag trade into focus. If we let it, the voluntary administration of Mosaic Brands can show us the downside of having a large store network while the sale of Premier Investments’ Apparel Brands can show us the upside. The role of bricks-and-mortar sometimes gets lost by investors, shareholders and executives when examining the balance sheets of these rag trade giants.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Christmas came early for some West Ham United supporters earlier today, when the Club opened its retail pop-up shop at John Lewis, Westfield, Stratford. Shoppers in John Lewis on Tuesday lunchtime were treated to a surprise launch, attended by Club Ambassadors James Collins and Marlon Harewood, alongside Hammers fan Bianca Westwood! The trio, along with Club mascots Hammerhead and Bubbles, were in town to mark the official opening of the West Ham United retail pop-up unit at the John Lewis branc

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Universal Store Holdings enjoyed significantly higher direct-to-consumer sales in the first 17 weeks of the fiscal year, with Perfect Stranger leading the growth. The group’s D2C sales surged 19.3 per cent year on year, with Perfect Stranger soaring 111.1 per cent. Universal Store sales increased 15.5 per cent while Cheap Thrills Cycle jumped 7.4 per cent.

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Design Week

OCTOBER 29, 2024

I grew up around protest art. The first thing that I remember strongly was the Anti-Nazi League in the late 1970s, as my mum was involved. We used to have stickers, badges and posters around the house that were designed by David King – really powerful, well-executed graphics.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Woolworths Group enjoyed higher sales in the fiscal first quarter brought by higher revenue across all its segments. The group’s sales grew 4.5 per cent to $18 billion as its Australian food segment increased 3.8 per cent to $13.6 billion and Australian B2B segment rose 6.9 per cent to $1.47 billion. Its New Zealand food segment went up 1.4 per cent to $1.93 billion, while W Living soared 17 per cent to $1.36 billion, reflecting its acquisition of Petstock in January.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In today’s fast-paced retail environment, having the right technology stack is no longer just an advantage – it’s a necessity. As businesses strive to meet customer demands for speed, convenience, and personalised service, an optimised technology stack enables retailers to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and scale effectively. Among the essential components of a retail tech stack is a powerful shipping and logistics solution like ShipStation, which stands out due to its exte

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Retail Design Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Boosty Dog is a 100% natural herbal blend for dogs, formulated by a canine herbalist. These specialized medicinal products are.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

McDonald’s Corporation has posted a mixed bag of results for the third quarter, with higher revenues, lower comparable sales and lower profit. The company’s consolidated revenues for the quarter ended September 30 were nearly $6.9 billion, up 3 per cent year on year. However, systemwide sales, which include sales at all company-owned and franchised restaurants, were flat.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Michael Fletcher has been appointed as the new managing director of Spar UK Ltd. With over two decades of experience, he brings a wealth of knowledge from various high-profile roles within the convenience and grocery retail sectors.

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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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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Seeing your physical retail as your most manageable, tangible and measurable channel has never been more important. The ability to meet a customer regardless of where that person is on their path to purchase with you has always been easier and more effective in-store than online. Not only will a strong physical presence increase conversion online by up to 30 per cent, it will always outperform when it comes to conversion, with the ability to turn on more senses, spark emotions and give immediate

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Discover this Christmas’ ultimate self-tan kit, featuring everything you need to apply and finish your tan perfectly, for both the face and body. Featuring utan’s iconic CBD Tanning Water to deliver a gorgeous facial glow.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Tasmanian-born healthy-eating restaurant chain Liv Eat has unveiled its first restaurant in South Australia. Liv Eat has 18 restaurants in its network, predominantly across Tasmania , with restaurants at Melbourne and Sydney Airports, and now Adelaide. The Pulteney Street, Adelaide, store is helmed by franchisee Bec Noble. She brings more than 25 years of hospitality experience to her new role, including 21 years as a restaurant general manager with Yum!

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Design Wanted

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This year, DesignWanted once again partnered with the editorial and authorial design fair EDIT Napoli to promote design excellence and […] The post From Storm to Showcase: Monostudio’s Tempesta project joins ENHANCE 2025 appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Iconic has launched a Hubbed concept store at the new Martin Place metro station, featuring a ‘Click, Try and Collect’ shopping experience. Customers can now check out using the Hubbed store by selecting ‘Pick Up’ from the delivery menu and choosing Hubbed Martin Place Metro. They can also try on outfits and return orders at the venue.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Christmas came early for some West Ham United supporters earlier today, when the Club opened its retail pop-up shop at John Lewis, Westfield, Stratford. Shoppers in John Lewis on Tuesday lunchtime were treated to a surprise launch, attended by Club Ambassadors James Collins and Marlon Harewood, alongside Hammers fan Bianca Westwood!

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Bish

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Our in-house customer service team works directly with your company to provide fast, personalized responses every step of the way. The post Bish Creative Customer Service appeared first on Bish Creative.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! DS Smith, FTSE100 and global fibre-based and sustainable packaging solutions company, announce their extended partnership with Zalando, one of the leading multi-brand shopping experiences for fashion and lifestyle.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

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Retail Bound

OCTOBER 29, 2024

As anyone in the industry can attest, hardware development takes a long time to do correctly. Let’s get the stereotypical phrases and accompanying eye rolls out of the way early: Hardware is hard. Speed, quality, cost: Pick two. If you ain’t first, you’re last. The last one is from the phenomenal film Talladega Nights , but it also highlights a common mentality we see from first-time founders and especially folks with a background in software development.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fierce Beer is delighted to announce a second product launch in partnership with Aberdeen Football Club, Wasp Stout. Following the success of the specially crafted 1983 lager range, Fierce Beer has once again teamed up with Aberdeen FC to brew a limited edition dark beer for the winter season – coinciding with the Dons black […] If you want m

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Mindful Design

OCTOBER 29, 2024

At Mindful Design Consulting, we love hearing about innovative products that are revolutionizing the foodservice industry. We recently had the chance to sit down with Reuben BenJehuda, co-creator of 123Foodies Super Dairy Blends, to discuss how he and his wife, Jasmine, transformed their foodservice experience into a brand-new, versatile dairy product that’s making waves.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! That’s going straight in my boo basket! The time has come for shoppers to get their ghoul on ahead of Halloween, as ‘Boo Baskets‘ are the latest trend taking over TikTok with videos of over 6 million views* that show users create a bundle of Halloween-themed treats to celebrate the spookiest night of the year.

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Design Week

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Whittard of Chelsea is trialling a concept by Zebra at a new store on London’s Oxford Street. The 137-year-old tea, coffee and hot chocolate company has 40-plus UK stores. Its overseas outlets include the Middle East and Asia, with Zebra designing some of these over many years. To boost growth, the company’s private equity owner […] Source What to read next: SODA Studio’s Instagrammable Humble Crumble shop | Interior Inspiration: Design Week’s top retail, hospitalit

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! British-owned brand VIVIR Tequila (www.vivirtequila.com),, has announced a new collaboration with SALT Beer Factory, a partnership that blends the craftsmanship of two bold and innovative brands into a Café Stout.

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Retail Design Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In celebration of its 50th anniversary, The Hyundai Department Store Group opened its largest store in Seoul. The Hyundai Seoul.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! National youth work charity, UK Youth, announces a new partnership with Primark, with the retailer pledging £175,000 to support youth organisations across the country. The funding will be used to offer small grants to local youth organisations and is part of the retailer’s celebrations of 50 years on the Great British high street this year, after opening

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The fashion industry is no longer just under-appreciated, it is in an undeclared war. What is it about fashion brands that make them the target of more greenwashing claims than just about any other industry? Do fashion labels make themselves easy targets by setting unrealistic goals and making outlandish claims? Is it because the environmental, social and economic impacts of their massive and far-flung supply chains are harder to measure and easier to cover up?

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Perfect for Brits who are eager for that first festive mouthful, Asda has announced its 2024 Christmas sandwich line-up, with two new flavours forming an eight-strong range. Keen shoppers can choose from traditional staples or tap into on-trend flavours, with luxury breads, sauces and seasonings to enjoy.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A Preston woman has launched a beer company to raise funds for a cancer charity established in memory of her mother. Imogen-Rose Gregory cultivated the idea of selling beer after a family visit to a pub with her eldest brother and father.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Gulf is celebrating the release of Venom: The Last Dance, exclusively in cinemas on October 25th, with an opportunity to win a once-in-a-lifetime trip to Las Vegas. Inspired by the films action-packed fun , Gulf customers can now get the chance to win their very own adventure, complete with high-speed thrills.

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