Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
JB Hi-Fi’s net income grew in the half year ended December 31, thanks to higher sales bolstered by Black Friday and Boxing Day promotions. The consumer electronics retailer’s net income climbed 8 per cent year over year to $285.4 million as sales jumped 9.8 per cent to $5.67 billion. JB Hi-Fi Australia’s sales rose 7.2 per cent to $3.88 billion, with comparable sales up 7.2 per cent.
Design Wanted
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Despite the cold weather outside, the January edition of Maison&Objet 2025 once again made the streets of Paris sizzle. Gathering […] The post Maison&Objet 2025: an ode to clean craftsmanship appeared first on DesignWanted.
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Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Australian athleisure brand, Lorna Jane, is advancing its sustainable commitments positioning itself as a brand that stands for the well-being of both people and the planet. The brand has aptly named its environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy in accordance: We are citizens. Recently the brand announced as part of its ESG strategy and its broader preferred fibre program that it would be expanding its use of recycled polyester and nylon by integrating them into its active essential r
Design Wanted
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
The shapes and color patterns of each minimalist piece of the Dueto collection masterfully fit into one another like a […] The post When Tania met Rafaela: a match made in heaven appeared first on DesignWanted.
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Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Billionaire Dennis Bastas has acquired $1 billion dupe beauty brand MCoBeauty, the Australian Financial Review (AFR) has reported. Bastas’ DBG Group initially bought a 50 per cent in MCoBeauty in 2022, which AFR ‘s sources said was valued at least $500 million. Shelley Sullivan founded MCoBeauty in and has grown the brand, known for its affordable makeup and skincare products sold in supermarkets and pharmacies.
Dezeen
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Waxed plaster walls, rainbow onyx surfaces and an olive tree create a spa-like atmosphere inside the store that Canadian studio Ste Marie has designed for luggage brand Monos. The new Monos location is situated on Ossington Street, a few blocks away from Toronto's Little Portugal neighbourhood. An olive tree sits in front of a vertical light box at the heart of the Monos store in Toronto The brand draws influence from the Japanese concept of "mono no aware" an appreciation of fleeting moments o
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Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
When you think of interior design, it’s easy to imagine the usual suspectsfurniture, colours, and textiles. But glass artistry has quietly been making waves, offering a sophisticated, modern touch that transforms any space. Through the delicate interplay of light, texture, and form, glass engraving has emerged as an art form that seamlessly blends style and functionality, creating interiors that are both elegant and distinctive.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
London-based bakery Bread Ahead has expanded into the Philippines through an exclusive franchise partnership with regional powerhouse SFRI. The launch also marked the brands first venture into Asia. According to the company, Bread Aheads expansion plan into the Middle East is already well underway, with thriving bakeries in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, and plans to open a total of 35 locations across the region in the coming years.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
British eyewear brand Cubitts is the epitome of if you know you know (IYKYK) culture where a brand lies so far under the radar that one automatically receives cool points for knowing about it. A favourite amongst celebrities and fashion trendsetters like Spike Lee, Idris Elba and Stanley Tucci, Cubitts has steadily garnered the attention of eyewear aficionados over the past few years.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
L’Oreal Groupe has made a minority investment in Jacquemus in an exclusive partnership marking the cosmetic company’s venture into fashion. “With its singular brand positioning, fueled by sensational creativity and social first playfulness, Jacquemus will perfectly complement L’Oreal Luxe’s portfolio of iconic brands and reinforce our worldwide leadership,” said Cyril Chapuy, L’Oreal Luxe president.
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Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 9, 2025
Online activewear marketplace Sportitude is shutting down after 15 years of operations. “After more than 15 years of building and growing Sportitude, the journey has now come to an end for both the business and for me,” said Sportitude founder Roumen Staykov in a LinkedIn post. “What started as an ambitious idea for a social networking platform for grassroots sports evolved into one of Australias leading running-specialty e-commerce businesses, scaling to eight-figure revenue
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