Retail Focus
JUNE 15, 2022
Shaftesbury has announced the opening of Minions: The Rise of Gru Record store at 19/21 Foubert’s Place. The vinyl pop-up brings a 70’s explosion back to Carnaby to celebrate the release of Illumination’s Minions: The Rise of Gru. Dubbed Despicable Discs, the one-stop vinyl swap shop will see visitors exchange their own records for groovy gems from the 1950s, ’60s and ’70s, with all records donated to Oxfam.
Inside Retail
JUNE 17, 2022
After 90 years, the famous US cosmetics company Revlon has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in order to restructure its debt. In a statement issued overnight Australian time, the company said the business would continue to operate as normal, with vendors and partners paid under normal terms for goods and services received after the filing date, and employees would continue to be paid as usual.
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All Work
JUNE 16, 2022
Many of us spend too much time sitting at our desks working, and evidence shows that sitting for long periods is linked to poor health outcomes. . FlexiSpot’s ProPlus standing desk is a solution for people who need a desk at which to work but do not want to be sedentary. . Sheya’s overall assessment of the desk is positive – here’s why she believes it might be ideal for workers looking to improve their overall wellbeing quickly and easily. .
Design Week
JUNE 16, 2022
Master Conductor, by Superunion, for LSO Guardian 200 Years, a Work in Progress, by Oliver, for The Guardian D&AD Exhibition in Taiwan, by ken-tsai lee design lab, for National Taiwan University of Science and Technology Altogether Different, by 4creative, for Channel 4 Nike Air Max Day Kids 2022, by ManvsMachine, for Nike Alice: Curiouser and Curiouser, by Hingston Studio, for Victoria and Albert.
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Retail Focus
JUNE 17, 2022
Railpen, the investment manager responsible for the safekeeping and administration of over £37 billion AUM for several pension schemes, announces the launch of global lifestyle brand kate Spade New York’s first outlet store in Scotland, at the designer village, Caledonia Park. Kate Spade will occupy a 1,630 sq ft unit opposite Scotland’s only Ralph Lauren outlet store, showcasing feminine lifestyle accessories, including the brand’s iconic handbags, attire, shoes, jewellery, and homeware.
Inside Retail
JUNE 16, 2022
Hong Kong-listed Viva China, a major shareholder of Li Ning, is closer to taking control of British shoemaker Clarks after the company’s extraordinary general meeting approved the acquisition plan. Earlier this year, Viva China said it was in discussions with LionRock and intended to acquire a majority of the outstanding equity interests in Clarks by acquiring 51 per cent of the outstanding equity interests in the LionRock Capital Partners QiLe for US$62 million.
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Design Week
JUNE 15, 2022
General Motors (GM) has revealed details of its patent for anti-sickness technology which is being developed for use in autonomous vehicles (AV). GM is one of the largest car makers in the world; its daughter company Cruise has led the development of AVs. The documents, which were filed in July 2020, provide details of the new technology and how it will be implemented in AVs.
Retail Focus
JUNE 17, 2022
Architecture studio Sybarite have created a retail concept for the new Theory flagship store located on 101-113 Regent Street. This will be part of a ‘connected retail space’ with Uniqlo, also owned by Fast Retailing. It is the first time the two fashion brands have occupied a retail space in the same location in the UK and Europe. . Sybarite distilled the essence of Theory into a cohesive design language centred around timelessness, construction, balance, and openness.
Inside Retail
JUNE 16, 2022
QBD Books is increasing its investment in Queensland,y opening a new store in Brisbane and an Australian Geographic store at Westfield Chermside. . QBD Books’ 85th store, in Westfield North Lakes, will be attended by two well-known locals, author Grantlee Kieza and illustrator Andy Geppert. The store opened on June 25. . The Australian Geographic store at Westfield Chermside, scheduled to open next month, will be the first standalone store under the banner in the state.
Design Wanted
JUNE 16, 2022
Titled Uncertainty=Certainty, this year’s DEmark exhibition at Milan Design Week responded to the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic by serving up an inspirational selection of Thai […]. The post Thai Design shined at the Slow Hand Design Exhibition during Milan Design Week appeared first on DesignWanted.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Retail Times
JUNE 13, 2022
Talkwalker, the leading consumer intelligence platform and Hootsuite, the global leader in social media management, have released their Brand Love 2022 report. Having analysed over 1,500 brands across 20 industries, this year’s report examines what's driving brand love and the evolving relationships between consumers and brands.
Retail Focus
JUNE 17, 2022
Gilly Hicks, a brand in the Abercrombie & Fitch portfolio offering activewear, loungewear and underwear, has today announced the opening of its new store located at 39 Carnaby Street, in the heart of London’s busiest shopping district. The new store opening is a part of the brand’s growth strategy, including an expanded product assortment, digital experience, and a reimagined brand purpose.
Inside Retail
JUNE 15, 2022
The Reject Shop has tapped a former senior Bunnings and Officeworks executive as its new CEO. Phil Bishop (LinkedIn). Phil Bishop, who was most recently director of merchandise & marketing at Bunnings, also served as COO at Officeworks. His retail career started 30 years ago as a people greeter in a Target store. He will take over from Andre Reich who resigned suddenly in April, leading to the interim appointment of CFO Clinton Cahn to the role.
Design Wanted
JUNE 15, 2022
The project is a shapeshifter, a dance performance that turned into a fireworks show, that became a flower installation and now it’s represented by 3 different […]. The post Can we grow fireworks? Introducing Eldblóm by artist Sigga Soffía appeared first on DesignWanted.
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
Retail Design Blog
JUNE 13, 2022
Location – The heritage-listed two-storey freestanding brick landmark located on Surry Hills’ gourmet and retail strip was constructed in 1939.
Retail Focus
JUNE 15, 2022
Miele has selected Touchwood shopping centre in Solihull as the location for its latest store. The German premium domestic appliance manufacturer has taken 2,000 sq ft on a new ten-year lease. The store takes the form of an ‘Experience Centre’ showcasing Miele’s most popular and sustainable appliances, and opened this week following a high-quality fit-out.
Inside Retail
JUNE 13, 2022
Melbourne’s Riverwalk Town Centre has been acquired for $12.3 million by Oreana Group from the state government’s property arm Development Victoria. The 3.01ha shopping centre site lies 35kms from the Melbourne CBD in the area of Werribee. Since 2011, the government property developer has been delivering homes, infrastructure and open space throughout the Riverwalk estate.
Design Wanted
JUNE 16, 2022
Lea Ceramiche presented Perspectives, an installation curated by the Italian architect Ferruccio Laviani that came to life inside the Giardino dei Platani of the Humanitarian Society […]. The post Perspectives by Ferruccio Laviani for Lea Ceramiche on stage at Milan Design Week appeared first on DesignWanted.
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.
All Work
JUNE 17, 2022
This week Chicago welcomed the office furniture industry’s largest event, NeoCon. A trend at the forefront of NeoCon was driven by younger generations of workers, whose devices have always been wirelessly connected, creating demand for areas dedicated as waiting or lounge areas to increasingly become primary work stations. . Although the prediction that many private workstations will be phased out with the new hybrid work arrangements, the trend in utilizing conference rooms has grown.
Retail Focus
JUNE 15, 2022
Beaverbrooks, the 103-year-old family-owned jewellers with 71 stores nationwide, is expanding its portfolio with the launch of a new carefully curated concept luxury diamond, jewellery and watch brand – Loupe, which opened the doors of its highly anticipated flagship boutique on Thursday 9 th June 2022 at centre:mk in Milton Keynes. Set across 7,345 sqft, Loupe Milton Keynes will feature a dedicated showroom for prestigious watch brand, ROLEX.
Inside Retail
JUNE 13, 2022
Retail Zoo, the parent of Boost Juice and Betty’s Burgers, may be taken over by Quadrant, the private equity firm. Controlled by another equity investment firm, Bain Capital, Retail Zoo has in the past been eyed by Collins Foods, parent of the Australian KFC and Taco Bell franchises, but a deal was not struck. Bain has been considering listing the Retail Zoo business since 2019, but the advent of Covid-19 saw those plans put on hold.
Retail Times
JUNE 16, 2022
Today, Etsy is revealing the 100 finalists of the fourth-annual Etsy Design Awards, the global award program that celebrates the highest-quality items on Etsy while spotlighting creative entrepreneurs from around the world.
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Mindful Design
JUNE 15, 2022
When it comes to interior design, ceilings are one area where a project with a low budget tends to cut corners. However, they have tremendous decorative potential and contribute decisively to the final ambiance of a space. Beyond the aesthetic appeal of carefully designed ceilings, they can check some important boxes in the function department. […].
Retail Focus
JUNE 15, 2022
Tessuti, the modern premium fashion store which is part of the JD Sports Group, has signed for a 12,900 sq ft store in Victoria Square. It will be moving into a prime location at the William Street entrance to the scheme. The new regional flagship store is set to open in quarter four of this year. Tessuti will be stocked with designer collections from an iconic brand mix across menswear, womenswear and childrenswear and will incorporate the new signature interior which will provide Belfast consu
Inside Retail
JUNE 14, 2022
Sydney-based clothing technology company Citizen Wolf has launched a crowdfunding program to fund expansion abroad. Citizen Wolf pioneered a technology that seeks to disrupt a traditional business model by making clothes only when they are ordered – a response to the problem that nearly a third of the clothing created each year goes to landfills, unsold.
Retail Design Blog
JUNE 13, 2022
The hotly anticipated trophies of the adidas x Gucci collaboration have dropped across the planet, and obviously, Japan is one.
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
Dezeen
JUNE 15, 2022
Promotion: Sarah Andelman, co-founder of Parisian concept store Colette has discussed the unexpected approaches needed to succeed in the future retail landscape in a talk hosted by Dezeen and brand retail experts Liganova during Milan design week. Andelman was in conversation with Dezeen's chief content officer Benedict Hobson at brand and retail experience company Liganova's Salone Club , a live event held in a lounge overlooking the rooftops of Milan.
Retail Focus
JUNE 15, 2022
Harrods has opened H beauty Gateshead, the brand’s fifth standalone beauty store in the UK, located in the Metrocentre. The 30,203 sq.ft. space brings together a diverse portfolio of must-have products and exceptional services from an array of beauty brands for customers to enjoy. The store has been designed as an experiential playground, where beauty novices and experts alike can discover some of the industry’s most forward-thinking and vibrant brands as well as stock up on their forever-favou
Inside Retail
JUNE 13, 2022
Australian streetwear retailer Culture Kings has appointed a US president as the company counts down to the opening of a Las Vegas flagship at the end of this year. Jonathan Yuska will take over the brand’s US division and report to Simon Beard, CEO and co-founder of Culture Kings. He has more than 20 years of creative leadership experience across a number of sports retailers including Adidas, Reebok and Fila.
Design Week
JUNE 17, 2022
Wales and the north east and north west of England were some of the UK’s fastest growing economic regions for the design industry over the last decade, according to a new report. The findings have been published by the Design Economy, the Design Council’s research programme which explores the value of design across the UK. The data shows development between 2017 and 2019.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
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