Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Department store chain Myer expects fiscal first-half sales and net profit to decline year over year amid a challenging trading environment. The company forecasts sales to fall 3 per cent to $1.83 billion, despite online sales increasing 2 per cent to $390.1 million. Online sales account for 21.3 per cent of the retailer’s overall sales. Myer, however, flagged a marginal increase of 0.1 per cent in comparable sales. “To match our best first-half sales result on record, on a comparabl

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Sports performance and lifestyle brand Oakley has opened its second physical location in London, following their first store on King Street in Covent Garden. The new Oakley location at 23 Carnaby Street was launched with the special attendance of England and Arsenal forward Alessia Russo, who shared her enthusiasm for the brand’s ability to ‘[push] boundaries and [celebrate] who we are as individuals’ Carnaby is an iconic outlet shopping destination nestled in London’s We

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Toys ‘R’ Us ANZ has decided to exit its UK business, citing an unsustainable business model and its negative impact on the group’s overall performance. Toys ‘R’ Us ANZ said that the UK division needs about $7 million of initial working capital to fund the expansion, which was expected to result in an initial operating loss of $6 million in the first 12 months.

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

With the UAE residential property scene ever shifting with new developments every week, older buildings often require internal renovations to maintain their status as premier investment properties. Ebarza offers practical solutions to carry out these updates that enhance the quality of their interior spaces, elevating them to match their external appearance and strategic significance.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The Body Shop has signed an agreement to sell its business in most of mainland Europe and parts of Asia, representing about 14 per cent of the company’s external revenue, RetailWeek reported. The company did not disclose the identity of the buyer but said it is an “international family office” “This further prioritises The Body Shop’s strategically important markets and global head franchise partner relationships, which it will look for opportunities to build,”

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Shark Ninja has announced plans for 20 new product launches and entry into three new categories at its inaugural EMEA Launch Event. The brand’s first EMEA Spring Forum was held in Palma, Mallorca, 1-2 February 2024, to underscore its expansion plans in the region as well as showcase its latest NPD.

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

We are pleased to announce that Sedus is the Gold Sponsor for the Design Middle East Awards KSA 2024, which will be held on March 4 at Voco Riyadh. Founded in 1871, Sedus Stoll AG is one of the leading European manufacturers of office furniture. The product range includes seating furniture, such as swivel and visitor chairs, as well as conference and office furniture – all “Made in Germany” In its 150-year company history, Sedus has been continuously setting new standards, in terms o

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Amazon.com has begun rolling out a new artificial intelligence assistant that is meant to address shoppers’ product questions, but the feature raises as many questions as it answers. Rufus, as the software is known, will help users, according to Amazon, by guiding them to the toaster ovens or dinosaur toys that best fit their needs. Yet Amazon has a history of steering customers towards products that most benefit Amazon, either because they are more profitable or are backed by advertising dollar

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Instore Design

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Recently, I had an eye-opening experience that led me to reexamine my approach to engaging with the younger generation. It wasn't a market report or a boardroom strategy session that sparked this revelation. No, it was a journey through Target with my 11-year-old daughter, and it turned out to be a masterclass in understanding the future of shopper behavior.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

A decade ago, the advertising and marketing sector was taken to task by Peter Field and Les Binet. In 2013, the duo, who have come to be known as the godfathers of effectiveness, published their book The Long a n d Short of It which called out brands for being too focused on short-term metrics. The pair argued that by neglecting to consider long-term data, brands were doomed from the start.

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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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Hunton Andrews Kurth

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Our 2023 Retail Industry Year in Review provides a comprehensive overview of recent developments, issues, and trends impacting retailers, as well as a look ahead at what to expect in 2024. We hope you will take a few minutes to review our new publication released last week.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Our Place, is a mission-driven start-up that has reimagined kitchenware to celebrate gathering and food traditions. The brand’s co-founder and co-CEO, Shiza Shahid, founded Our Place in 2019 with her husband to create a cookware brand that was rooted in authenticity and representation. Classic cookware brands hadn’t innovated for the younger consumer, resulting in a gap in the market for Our Place to create products for the modern, multiethnic and global kitchen.

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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In the evolution of modern office spaces, Galant ID Studio offers its own vision of emotional comfort for employees and.

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Woven Image, leaders in design-led sustainable acoustic finishes for the built environment, has had its pioneering acoustic surface EchoPanel® independently certified Carbon Neutral by Climate Active. Climate Active certification is one of the most rigorous in the world. This highly credible Australian government-backed carbon neutral certification for businesses allows specifiers to confidently choose products that are stringently tested and third party verified for their environmental impact.

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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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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Shrimp & Chkn are too usual? This is the time to provide customers with something different! The most effective logos.

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Dorchester Collection’s hotly anticipated new opening, The Lana, Dubai, has welcomed its first dining and overnight guests. An architectural statement designed by Foster + Partners, the hotel represents the ultimate expression of trusted hospitality and elevated living, offering 225 rooms and suites and eight new dining concepts; including four that have been created with three of the world’s most celebrated chefs.

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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

There are five “Monsters of Wisdom” wandering around the OWSPACE in Foshan. We designed 5 pieces of large-scale furniture in.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is celebrating a significant milestone in its partnership with the world’s largest surplus food platform, Too Good to Go. Britain’s fourth-largest supermarket has now sold an impressive 400,000 Surprise Bags to customers in stores, alongside saving up to 1,000 tonnes* of CO2e since the partnership began.

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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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Retail Design Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

It’s not only high-fashion that goes mainstream, adopting streetwear and sportswear silhouettes in abundance.

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) opens Etel Adnan, Between East and West, a major retrospective exhibition showcasing the works of Lebanese-American poet, artist, and philosopher Etel Adnan. One of the most renowned contemporary artists from the region, this is the first solo exhibition of Adnan’s work in Saudi Arabia, running from February 1 – June 30, 2024.

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Design Wanted

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Landet offers a convenient escape from urban life, allowing visitors to bask in the natural beauty and peaceful ambiance of the Swedish archipelago, an experience typically […] The post An accessible means to savor the allure of the Swedish countryside appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Bay Cities

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

In an era where the digital landscape is constantly evolving, ensuring online safety has become a top priority. With Safer Internet Day 2024 approaching on February 6, Bay Cities has joined this global movement toward a safer internet. We have taken this opportunity to shed light on our commitment to cybersecurity and highlight the proactive steps we take to safeguard our digital environment.

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today, during Children’s Mental Health Week (5-11th February 2024), M&S is launching new and unique Trusted Adult training to help its 65,000 colleagues learn more about how to support the young people in their lives.

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Design Middleeast

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Acclaimed Italian artist Gio Bressana debuts his first Middle East showroom in the UAE’s creative hub, Dubai Design District (D3). The fully immersive space seamlessly melds the artist’s mastery of frescoes and furniture design into a holistic environment that redefines the boundaries of artistic expression. A pioneering master in the fusion of historical art styles including Baroque, Gothic, Neoclassical, Impressionism, Liberty, and Modernism, the showroom presents Bressana’s first art and desi

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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Asda launched its latest social media campaign this week, which sees an unlikely pair of “influencers” reappraising the retailer’s value credentials. Working with social media agency, VaynerMedia EMEA, Asda enlisted the help of two ‘nanas’ to create heartwarming and engaging content designed to bring to life Asda’s heritage as the lowest-price traditiona

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

To celebrate its 80th birthday, Swedish furniture giant Ikea recently announced the third drop of its Nytillverkad collection, which reimagines the brand’s favourite pieces from previous decades. Since the collection was first announced in 2023, it has released a new drop every three months. The collection comes as demand for vintage furniture spikes, especially among younger consumers.

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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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Retail Times

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This National Apprenticeship Week, IGD is celebrating the milestone of more than 100,000 young people trained through its programmes to date, as it gears up to spearhead an exciting sector-wide campaign, raising the appeal of working in UK food, this summer.

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