Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail billionaire Solomon Lew has announced plans to spin off two major brands Peter Alexander and Smiggle from his public company Premier Investments next year, as part of a global expansion strategy. Children’s stationery label Smiggle is expected to become a separately listed company by the end of January, while the demerger of pyjamas retailer Peter Alexander will also take place later next year.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 25, 2024

Ensuring the safety of drivers within fleet operations is paramount for businesses that rely on vehicles for their day-to-day activities. With the increasing number of vehicles on the road, enhancing driver safety not only contributes to the well-being of employees but also significantly reduces operational costs related to accidents and insurance premiums.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

Australian menswear brand MJ Bale has established a new national flagship store at No 1 Martin Place, the Sydney General Post Office (GPO). The MJ Bale flagship is situated at the intersection of Pitt Street and Martin Place on the northeast ground level of the GPO. The store’s interior was designed by Mandy Edge of Mandy Edge Design Studio, with the idea of “menswear as theatre” It boasts original eight-meter-high ceilings, elaborate marble and gold wall finishes, graphic bla

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Retail Focus

MARCH 25, 2024

In today’s world, managing and moving your money is an essential skill. Whether you’re paying bills, saving for a vacation, or sending money to a friend, knowing how to transfer money safely and efficiently is key. This guide is designed to help beginners navigate the process of moving their funds with ease. Understanding Different Methods to Transfer Money There are several ways to move your funds, like online transfers, bank wires, and mobile apps.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

In this excerpt from Unnecessary Tales of a Retail Marketer , our lead character discovers that balancing their gorgeous new ad campaign with the rigours of BAU is more annoying than they would like. Retail marketer: Got a brief for you. Our email prospecting needs some work. Creative agency suit: OK, great. What’s the gist? Retail marketer: The broader ad campaign is kicking goals.

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Royal Mail has launched a new partnership with global parcel locker operator Quadient, providing customers with more choice to make sending and receiving parcels as convenient as possible. The partnership means Royal Mail customers will have access to parcel lockers for the first time.

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Design Wanted

MARCH 25, 2024

April heralds springtime in Cambridge, Massachusetts, bringing with it a welcome warmth. During my brief winter break, I had the opportunity to collaborate with Moholy-Nagy University […] The post Using boundary objects for enhanced design perspectives and insights appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

Following a strategic pivot that aims to bolster its business-to-business (B2B) platform services and e-commerce solutions, Zalora is poised to emerge as a key catalyst for growth in Southeast Asia’s wider retail sector. The stage is set for the online platform to harness the potential of its third-party services, which accounted for a notable 9 per cent of the company’s revenue last year.

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Design Wanted

MARCH 25, 2024

The Architecture Hunter Awards (AHA) were established to commend architectural excellence on a global scale, aiming to recognize and celebrate groundbreaking and influential designs in a […] The post Architecture Hunter Awards, calling Architects from around the world appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

Australian skincare company Vitality Brands is to acquire Kiwi beauty brand Essano, which is projected to result in a $130 million annual turnover. The acquisition is expected to position Vitality Brands as a major independent natural beauty and wellness market player in Australasia and New Zealand. Essano will join Vitality Brands’ current portfolio of brands, including Epzen, Cancer Council sunscreen, and Tribe.

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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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MARCH 25, 2024

New York-based studio Apparatus has redesigned its Hollywood showroom with multiple material schemas and a range of its lighting and furniture products to evoke a feeling of "discovery" for visitors. The 5,000-square-foot (464 square metres) Hollywood showroom first opened in 2018 in a former warehouse. Apparatus redesigned the interiors – which previously consisted of bold geometric and neoclassical elements – opting for an experience featuring a progression of materials that create distinct ex

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

Shein has named Italian fashion designer Eleonora Falcone as the winner of its Shein X Global Challenge 2024 among 10 finalists. Falcone’s Glowmantic collection received some of the highest votes from the public, pushing it to qualify for the finals. Falcone took home €10,000 (US$10,814). “Eleanora’s submission stood out right from the start,” Shein X Global Challenge 2024 judge Julien Fournié said. “When she presented her submission, inspiration and rationale at th

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Retail Design Blog

MARCH 25, 2024

Ankayama is a Japanese omakase restaurant located in the Tseung Kwan O area of Hong Kong. The main philosophy of.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

The deadline for public submissions to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) regarding the Sigma and Chemist Warehouse merger is mere days away, March 28, after which the ACCC is expected to deliberate and then announce its decision on June 13. A combined Chemist Warehouse and Sigma would have a market share of 26.2 per cent of the Australian pharmacy sector, making the new entity more than double the next largest, EBOS, which is currently the largest and most diversified Aus

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Beyond Meat® (NASDAQ: BYND), a leader in plant-based meat, today announced the launch of the iconic and award-winning Beyond Burger® into Co-op stores across the UK. The Beyond Burger will be available in the frozen aisles in more than 800 Co-op supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

The value of luxury and premium fashion goods is often in their design, storytelling and product quality. But recently, fast-fashion brands including Zara, H&M, Mango, Urban Outfitters and Topshop have been testing limited-run premium collections in addition to their regular and frequent product drops. These collections tap into three key tenets that higher-end brands typically use to justify their higher price point: fashion-forward designs, higher-quality materials and sustainable values.

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Retail Design Blog

MARCH 25, 2024

Following showroom openings in Paris, New York City and Munich, footwear brand Birkenstock has inaugurated a showroom and office in.

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! To celebrate the launch of Jack Daniel’snew Bonded Rye Whiskey – the latest addition to the Bonded Series portfolio – five bars nationwide will be exclusively offering unique cocktail serves using Jack Daniel’s Bonded Rye Whiskey.

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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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Design Middleeast

MARCH 25, 2024

Chattels & More, a brand at the forefront of home and living decor in the UAE, has unveiled its latest collections of living and dining products for the upcoming season. Chattels & More highlights a key focus on blending and adding interest to living spaces using multiple textures, in line with global design forecasts for the year. The new collection offers a unique blend of sophistication and functionality, catering to all the diverse tastes of customers across the country.

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Co-op has re-launched its Chelston store on Friday, 22 March with a fresh new-look following a near six-week programme of works to transform the store. The 2,700sq ft convenience store, located on Walnut Road, Chelston, opens between 7am-10pm daily, and supports 18 local jobs.

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Design Middleeast

MARCH 25, 2024

NEOM’s Board of Directors has unveiled Treyam, a premier resort positioned where the spectacular desert landscape meets the sea. Boasting an audacious design with minimal land intervention, Treyam offers guests an elevated haven in which to unwind, re-energize and enjoy majestic natural surroundings. The resort is the latest addition to NEOM , the evolving regional development taking shape in northwest Saudi Arabia.

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! AG Loyalty, the owner and operator of Avios, has reaffirmed its commitment to build a global and ubiquitous loyalty currency embedded in everyday spending and rewarding experiences for its millions of collectors worldwide, with a refresh of the brand’s identity.

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Parcel Pending

MARCH 25, 2024

The public transportation system across America remains disrupted in the wake of the pandemic. However, solid public transportation systems provide the backbone for vibrant cities and communities. By modernizing transportation networks, solving last-mile gaps, and creating mobility on demand, there’s the opportunity to make public transportation systems more functional, efficient, and safe for the community.

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Osprey Charging, one of the UK’s largest and leading rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging networks, today announces a partnership with the largest independent retailer operating in the East of England, East of England Co-op, bringing a major boost to public electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in the UK.

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Design Wanted

MARCH 25, 2024

In the world of interior design, radiators have transcended their traditional role as mere providers of warmth, evolving into statement pieces. In this context, Simone Micheli‘s […] The post Radiators that serve as decor, blending functionality with style appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Pimentae is thrilled to announce its expansion into 271 Waitrose stores nationwide, bringing its signature blends of premium cocktails to more discerning palates across the country. This exciting launch will introduce three distinct cocktail offerings, enhancing the cocktail experience for customers seeking quality, convenience, and exceptional taste.

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.

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Design Wanted

MARCH 25, 2024

The global design community recently came together to celebrate the pinnacle of creativity and innovation at the My Favourite International Design Awards (MFID) 2024. This prestigious […] The post MFID, Malaysia’s first and only international architecture and design award appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Over the years, our shopping habits evolve in line with societal changes. Who would have thought in 2010, for example, asking an AI bot for shopping advice just over a decade later? 2024 is set to be a big year for retailers and they’re busy assessing what our current spending habits are so they can […] If you want more information Retail Times get

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Scrube

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail shrinkage is a trending issue that retailers are often faced with due to theft or spoilage. Inventory can be affected drastically by retail shrinkage. For a lot of retailers, this is a silent profit killer, and if you don’t understand all the details and what strategies to have in mind, you may be looking at sales declining. S-Cube Fixtures is here to help talk about best practices and common problems so that you can keep any retail shrink at bay.

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Retail Times

MARCH 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Korean & Asian supermarket Oseyo has signed and completed on its brand-new location with The Arch Company, taking residency at Findlater’s Corner in the heart of London Bridge. This historic and prominent corner is located adjacent to London Bridge Station and Borough Market, with close links to London’s top tourist attractions.

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