Inside Retail

JULY 24, 2024

If you’ve seen an episode of Friends , Seinfeld or How I Met Your Mother , you’ll notice most scenes occur in a space other than the main characters’ homes or workplaces. In cafés, bars and diners, friendships are made and bonds strengthened as the most impactful memories of the characters’ lives unfold in this so-called ‘third place’. It’s a concept sociologist Ray Oldenburg identified in 1989 and it speaks to a physical location where people can belong – outside of home, school or work.

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All Work

JULY 21, 2024

A culture of optimism can lead to a thriving and successful organization, and the design of the workplace offers the platform to create that culture. Optimism in the workplace can be fostered through human-centered design focusing on employee well-being, process support, and social connectivity, with elements like adaptable workspaces, biophilic design, and advanced technology.

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Design Middleeast

JULY 22, 2024

Elie Mrad, Chief Architectural Officer at Arada, shares insights into the design philosophy behind Anantara Sharjah Resort and Residences, emphasising the integration of natural elements and sustainable practices to create a unique and immersive experience. Can you share with us the inspirations and initial ideas that shaped the vision for Anantara Residences?

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Retail Focus

JULY 25, 2024

Leading North West property services company, The Momentum Group , has supported real estate company, Redevco, with the instalment of three new pop-up tenants at White Lion Walk in Guildford, following the destination’s Incubator Project in partnership with Save The High Street. The tenant support was led by Momentum Manage, following its appointment earlier this year to deliver property management services at the centre.

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Inside Retail

JULY 23, 2024

Last month, I attended eTail London, an e-commerce and omnichannel conference for European retailers. Hundreds of retailers descended on London for two days of insights and innovation ideas. Panellists discussed digital innovations ranging from leveraging new technologies and tailoring digital marketing solutions to optimising supply chains. The content was highly relevant for the Australian retail industry as it grapples with similar challenges.

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Design Week

JULY 24, 2024

Although we are not currently publishing, we felt it necessary to delve into our archives and celebrate his life and work as reflected in Design Week over the years. Publisher David Coveney looks back at Grange’s genius for everyday design. Growing up in England, I fondly remember using many of Kenneth Grange’s designs.

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Retail Focus

JULY 24, 2024

Ghalia BOUSTANI. Expert Manager at Univers Retail | Published author | Visiting lecturer. Pop-up retail has emerged as a dynamic and innovative approach to marketing and brand engagement in recent years. This unique concept involves the creation of temporary, highly experiential marketing environments that serve a multitude of objectives for brands.

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Inside Retail

JULY 26, 2024

Supermarket chain Aldi has dropped its plan to expand into online shopping believing it might affect its ability to continue providing low-cost products for customers. The company dismantled its online team late last year following serious consideration, according to Jordan Lack, Aldi MD of buying. “The greater concern is the impact on cost structure as fundamentally keeping our costs low has a direct impact on the prices we can offer our customers,” he told the Australian Financial Review.

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Design Middleeast

JULY 26, 2024

We have a brand new video for our viewers. The #CreativeVoices is a video campaign that highlights industry leaders from design, architecture, landscape, developers, fit-out, suppliers, and retailers who are making a difference in the pitch. D. Ratheesh Kumar, Executive Director of Al Shirawi Interiors , discusses his extensive career journey, objectives and goals, what differentiates them in the competitive market, their core focus on sustainability, and future targets and aspirations.

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Parcel Pending

JULY 25, 2024

Parcel Pending by Quadient automated lockers are now installed at more than 250 higher education institutions across the country Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections, announced today it has reached a new milestone of installed smart lockers totaling more than 250 colleges and universities across the United States.

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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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Retail Focus

JULY 22, 2024

After a close-fought judging process the shortlisted entries have been named. At a crucial time for the industry, The Creative Retail Awards is the ultimate celebration of innovation and excellence in retail, leisure and hospitality design. It allows retailers and creatives from around the world to compete for glory in a range of categories, culminating in a glittering awards presentation in London, a global hub for the creative industries.

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Inside Retail

JULY 23, 2024

Fashion label Ixiah has decided to temporarily close the business, citing economic challenges. “This decision was not made lightly, as we have explored every possible avenue to continue our operations and serve our clients,” said the company. “However, despite our best efforts, we have determined that taking a temporary pause is the most prudent course of action given the current economic climate.” The sustainability-committed company said it hand-picked over 20,000 onlin

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Retail Times

JULY 24, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aptos, a leader in unified commerce solutions, announced today that Brown Thomas Arnotts, Ireland’s leading luxury retailer, will upgrade to the latest versions of Aptos’ Sales Audit and CRM solutions. Once deployed, Brown Thomas Arnotts will benefit from new capabilities that unlock greater levels of customer engagement and loyalty whilst promoting omni

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Design Middleeast

JULY 26, 2024

We have a brand new video for our viewers. The #CreativeVoices is a video campaign that highlights industry leaders from design, architecture, landscape, developers, fit-out, suppliers, and retailers who are making a difference in the pitch. Dr Ratheesh Kumar, Executive Director of Al Shirawi Interiors , discusses his extensive career journey, objectives and goals, what differentiates them in the competitive market, their core focus on sustainability, and future targets and aspirations.

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Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Retail Focus

JULY 23, 2024

Roberto Cavalli launches an exclusive pop-up store at Selfridges in London, running from July 22 to August 18, featuring designs from the latest Roberto Cavalli by Fausto Puglisi Fall 2024 pre- collection. The pop-up showcases a powerful and versatile wardrobe designed for modern women. The selection offered at the Selfridges pop-up features a bold Spaghetti Western theme with Americana influences, including bandana prints mixed with various denim styles.

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Inside Retail

JULY 25, 2024

Out-of-the-box thinking and camaraderie were the hot topics on day two of the Online Retailer conference in Sydney which had the attention of the industry’s leading suppliers and retailers. The keynotes on day two of the Online Retailer conference centred on innovation to optimise customer service, sustainability and business operations within the retail industry.

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Retail Times

JULY 23, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! UK bed specialist, Bensons for Beds, has utilised the power of product experience to create cohesive, informative customer experiences, designed specifically to support its cross-channel buying journey, in partnership with Akeneo – the Product Experience (PX) company and global leader in Product Information Management (PIM).

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All Work

JULY 24, 2024

Upcycling and sustainable furniture manufacturing can mitigate the significant landfill waste and carbon emissions from discarded office furniture. Upcycling old furniture is cost-effective, reduces demand for raw materials, and aligns with the preferences of eco-conscious consumers, especially younger generations. As society continues to emphasize the importance of sustainability, workplace designers must acknowledge their role in the waste cycle and implement innovative solutions to strive tow

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Retail Focus

JULY 22, 2024

In London, maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in retail and commercial spaces is crucial, especially in a post-pandemic world where expectations around hygiene standards are high. Aesthetics aside, a clean environment is vital for providing a safe and inviting atmosphere for both customers and employees. Microbial testing , which detects harmful microorganisms like bacteria and viruses, is integral to ensuring these spaces are not just visibly clean but hygienically safe.

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Inside Retail

JULY 23, 2024

Aesop will return to David Jones next month as part of the department store chain’s strategy to boost its luxury beauty offerings. Aesop’s full product range of skincare, body care, fragrance and home essentials will be available on David Jones’s website starting August. The brand will later launch at Chadstone Shopping Centre and Bourke Street Mall as part of the stores’ $15 million beauty hall redevelopment.

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Retail Times

JULY 22, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! MadeForMums, the UK’s number one parenting site for product reviews, has today (Monday 22 July) announced the results of its 2024 school uniform testing. With school holidays underway and school uniforms on sale, MadeForMums used rigorous testing processes and feedback from over 1000 British families to determine which primary school uniforms parents an

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JULY 20, 2024

New York studio BoND has created a "feminine, organic" interior for Brazilian brand PatBo's store in Miami Design District , complete with a dramatic sweeping staircase. The two-level retail space was designed by BoND following the studio's work on the PatBo headquarters in Manhattan , which opened last year. The ground floor space at PatBo's Miami store features tall ceilings, terrazzo flooring and sculptural displays The team took a similarly soft, feminine approach in the Miami flagship, pair

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Retail Focus

JULY 20, 2024

Organic farming is a method of agriculture that relies on natural inputs and processes to grow crops and raise livestock. Unlike conventional farming, which often relies on synthetic chemicals and pesticides, organic farming focuses on sustainability, soil health, and biodiversity. In order to successfully practice organic farming, farmers need to utilize machinery specifically designed for this purpose.

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Inside Retail

JULY 22, 2024

Bassike co-founder Mary Lou Ryan has decided to leave the fashion company. “After 18 years, I have decided to step out of the business to pursue other creative and meaningful endeavours,” said Ryan on a LinkedIn post. “The simple idea to reinvent a ‘basic’ white tee-shirt became a wonderful business marked by creativity, purpose, and collaboration.” Earlier this year, Ryan told Inside Retail that it was her priority to scope out the priorities for the business

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 22, 2024

Arup’s new Bangkok office by Project Manhattan Interior Architecture (PMIA) showcases professionalism and regional uniqueness, with a focus on sustainability.

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Retail Times

JULY 26, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! pladis, the global snacking company behind some of the UK’s most loved and iconic brands, is aiming to take a bigger bite out of savoury snacking with a new range of flavour-packed snacks from Jacob’s. Created to leverage key sharing occasions, Jacob’s Bites come in fully recyclable 125g boxes and are aimed at reinvigorating the […] If you want mor

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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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Drytac

JULY 22, 2024

Authored by Cathy Radoncic, Territory Sales Manager at Drytac. There is no doubt over the many benefits that window graphics can offer. Be it promoting a business to passers-by on the street outside or adding colourful decoration for those on the inside to enjoy, window graphics are a cost-effective solution in many environments. However, that is not to say that these applications do not cause some issues for the customer in both the long-term and short-term, specifically when it comes to the ex

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Inside Retail

JULY 24, 2024

Country Road Group is set to restructure its fashion retail business, which is expected to result in massive staff layoffs, The Australian has reported. The company, currently facing sexual harassment and workplace bullying allegations , has been struggling to generate sales, according to the report. Inside Retail has reached out to Country Road Group for comment.

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 26, 2024

Today, this well known brand of natural fruit nectars and gourmet fruit juices is launching Nolow. Alain Milliat fruit concentrates.

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Retail Times

JULY 25, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Coco de Mer has made its Knightsbridge boutique permanent due to strong sales in six months as a pop-up. In a big vote of confidence for the high street, owner and CEO Lucy Litwack has agreed a long-term lease on the luxury lingerie brand’s shop on Motcomb Street.

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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