Sat.Aug 06, 2022 - Fri.Aug 12, 2022

article thumbnail

BOSS launch new Oxford Street store concept and experience

Retail Focus

Dalziel & Pow have partnered with HUGO BOSS to redefine and design their new BOSS store concept and experience, which has just launched on Oxford Street, London. The purpose of the new concept is to redefine and create the new BOSS store experience, one that inspires customers to find their style confidence and #BeYourOwnBOSS. This concept reflects the brand’s new creative direction, aimed at the millennial shopper, better telling the brand’s stories and inspiring more ways to connect and we

Concept 324
article thumbnail

Amazon Australia offers ‘One-Day’ free delivery – with many catches

Inside Retail

Amazon Australia is promising its Prime members free next-day delivery in “most areas of” Melbourne and Sydney. Billed a little misleadingly as “One-Day Delivery” the online behemoth says the initiative will see Prime members receive their goods the following day “on eligible items” with an order cut-off time “which can be as late as midnight”. Goods will be delivered the next day without a minimum spend required.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

How Will We View Today’s Transformation Of The Workplace In Twenty Years?

All Work

The workplace is undergoing a significant post-pandemic transformation, but how will we describe this transformation in the future? Whether office-first or remote-first, organizations are recognizing that if their workplace investment doesn’t serve the needs of its people, then it’s a waste of money. Ryan Anderson of MillerKnoll explores the transformation of the workplace and why the processes associated with planning and managing spaces need to be fundamentally redesign.

Space 104
article thumbnail

Is it time for “a revolution” in packaging symbols?

Design Week

It’s abundantly clear we’re facing a crisis of communication when it comes to recycling. Current systems leave consumers in the dark, trying to decipher incomprehensible combinations of words, pictures and colours. People simply don’t know what they can recycle or how to dispose of packaging appropriately. In every county and region the rules change.

Consumer 100
article thumbnail

AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

article thumbnail

Romantic femininity, tone and texture are at the heart of steele. HOUSE flagship

Retail Focus

The steele. HOUSE flagship store is a physical manifestation of all that the fashion brand embodies. From the tactility of finishes that ignite the senses, to the saturation of natural light that makes for a dreamy retail atmosphere. The boutique is the first of its kind, bringing the primarily online retail company steele into the physical realm, with help from interior design firm The Stylesmiths.

Texture 290
article thumbnail

Adore Beauty CEO resigns to take up new role

Inside Retail

Adore Beauty Group CEO Tennealle O’Shannessy is to step down prompting a global search by the company’s board for a replacement. In an ASX filing, Adore chair Marina Go said O’Shannessy would leave the company in February next year to take up a new role as CEO and MD of the Australian-listed company IDP Education. Go paid tribute to the outgoing CEO’s “outstanding leadership and contribution during a particularly challenging couple of years”.

More Trending

article thumbnail

Concrete infrastructure informs Acne Studios' limestone-clad Rue Saint Honoré store

Dezeen

Fashion brand Acne Studios has opened a "monolithic" store on Paris' Rue Saint Honoré, designed in collaboration with architecture studio Arquitectura-G , that references a Stockholm skatepark and its Parisian setting. Located on Rue Saint Honoré, a historic street and renowned shopping destination in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, the store was created by Acne Studios founder Jonny Johansson in collaboration with architecture studio Arquitectura-G.

article thumbnail

Tessuti opens global flagship at Liverpool ONE

Retail Focus

Grosvenor has announced that designer retailer, Tessuti , has opened its new global flagship store at Liverpool ONE, demonstrating the brand’s ongoing vote of confidence in the destination. The new location on Paradise Street follows Tessuti’s consistently strong performance at Liverpool ONE and spans two floors measuring 22,000 sq ft. Boasting Tessuti’s biggest store to date, this is four times the size of the previous Liverpool ONE site. .

Fashion 278
article thumbnail

McDonald’s faces ‘mega’ $250 million backpay claim in Federal Court

Inside Retail

After two years of investigations into alleged “exploitation and award contraventions” workers union SDA is seeking backpay and compensation for more than 250,000 current and former staff of McDonald’s it claims have been systematically denied 10-minute rest breaks. The SDA is seeking at least $250 million in compensation and penalties in what it describes as a “mega” claim lodged with the Federal Court against McDonald’s Australia and 323 franchisees. .

246
246
article thumbnail

This rollator enhances the quality of life for the elderly

Design Wanted

Protecting the rights of pedestrians as well as smoothly enhancing the quality of life for the elderly, Korea-based Qolt Lab brilliantly designs an innovative inclusive rollator […]. The post This rollator enhances the quality of life for the elderly appeared first on DesignWanted.

Design 98
article thumbnail

Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

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

article thumbnail

Retail Minded Produced TECH TALK Series Debuts at NY NOW

RetailMinded

NY NOW’s Summer Market will open it’s doors August 14-17, 2022, at the Javits Center in NYC. As part of their Summer Market experience, Retail Minded will produce five educational sessions that are complimentary to all registered attendees. A core focus of the conversations will revolve around technology, with a vast range of discussions to take place including consumer influences, economic impact, online marketplaces, social media advertising and marketing, post purchase experiences

article thumbnail

The Challenges and Opportunities Facing City Centre Retail

Retail Focus

Napoleon once described the UK as a “nation of shopkeepers”. While intended as an insult, Brits are pretty happy with that depiction as we are, indeed, a country of ingenious and creative entrepreneurs that are always looking for new ways to serve our customers better. . No more so is that spirit visible than in the retail space, where a true nation of shopkeepers are constantly evolving their offering to face the challenges and opportunities that face them. .

Promotion 261
article thumbnail

Welcome to Wonderworld: David Jones showcases natural beauty on the runway

Inside Retail

Department store giant David Jones unveiled the latest Spring/Summer collections this week in its Elizabeth Street flagship in Sydney. Titled Wonderworld, the runway featured a diverse range of models showcasing next season’s collections from local and international brands, with five showings executed between Wednesday and Friday for industry insiders and consumers.

article thumbnail

Classic Review: Positioning by Al Ries and Jack Trout 

Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

“You’re a kite dancing in a hurricane, Mr. Bond.” . That’s how many mid-market, emerging brands navigating an overcrowded marketplace feel like. If you’re among the group of kites mercilessly tossed about, take heart. This classic review of Positioning by Al Ries and Jack Trout will give you a fresh start in calm waters. What is Positioning? On a basic level, positioning is a strategy for being heard in a noisy world.

article thumbnail

Future-Proofing Enterprise Commerce: Why Extensibility Wins with Shopify

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.

article thumbnail

Artemis Restaurant by Cube Concept

Retail Design Blog

A new Main Restaurant was designed to cover the needs of Nana Golden Beach Hotel in Hersonissos. The Restaurant is.

Concept 97
article thumbnail

Sports Direct opens new store in Preston

Retail Focus

Sports Direct has opened the doors to a brand-new 35,000sq. ft store in Preston, as part of the group’s strategic expansion plans. The store, which is situated in Deepdale Shopping Park houses Sports Direct, USC, Evans Cycles and GAME as well as a Belong esports arena. James France, Group Head of Real Estate at Frasers Group said: “With each new store opening, we continue to establish ourselves as the leading destination for sports and lifestyle.

Expansion 182
article thumbnail

Aldi opens Dumpling Truck, serving meals for less than $1.50

Inside Retail

German discount retailer Aldi is opening a “Dumpling Truck” pop-up, serving takeaway dinners a box of six Urban Eats dumplings for less than $1.50. From 5 pm to 7 pm tonight, (Friday), the Aldi Bankstown Central will turn into a takeaway shop, offering shoppers dumplings for $1.44 per serve – less than what some consumers pay for delivery. According to research commissioned by the retailer, almost half (46 per cent) of Aussies pay $15 to $20 on takeaway food per person per order.

Curate 246
article thumbnail

Morag Myerscough looks to inspire sustainability engagement on Oxford Street

Design Week

Morag Myerscough has designed an aerial installation of 105 flags which spans the length of London’s Oxford Street to draw attention to The Clean Power campaign. The Clean Power campaign is an extension of the #TOGETHERBAND movement, which has run since 2015 and aims to find ways to humanise the United Nation’s 17 global sustainability goals.

article thumbnail

Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

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.

article thumbnail

Alma Restaurant – Side

Retail Design Blog

Located in the Side region of Antalya, on the Mediterranean coast in the south of Turkey, ALMA Restaurant is a.

article thumbnail

Marc Jacobs now open at 110 Regent Street

Retail Focus

Marc Jacobs returns to London with the opening of its Regent Street flagship – the largest boutique outside of the United States. Accented with bright pink neon signs and featuring a custom-built photo booth, the 2666sqft store is the first location in the country where clients can discover Marc Jacobs ready-to-wear, including the monogram collection first seen on the runway for AW21.

Boutique 182
article thumbnail

Dusk launches Streets ice cream-inspired fragrance range

Inside Retail

Streets ice cream and home fragrance brand Dusk have teamed up to re-imagine “childhood favourites” into fragrances. The ice cream-inspired fragrance range includes candles, fragrant oils, tealights, and melts in the scents of Bubble O’ Bill, Golden Gaytime, Rainbow Paddle Pop, and Splice. “Scents are known to have a strong link to people’s memories, and what better way to bring back the memories of sunshine and summer than with our Streets x Dusk range, said Annie Lucchitti, marketing manager f

article thumbnail

How to Make Walls Pop – Cool Ideas for Your Restaurant Design

Mindful Design

If you want to make the most of your space when designing your restaurant interior, drop the paint and take a minute to think outside the box. While painting your walls is a cheap way to fill them with color for cheap, it’s sometimes also a lost opportunity. Surrounding your customers from all sides, walls […]. The post How to Make Walls Pop – Cool Ideas for Your Restaurant Design appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

Design 96
article thumbnail

🚀Future-Proof Your Salesforce B2C Commerce: Modernization Strategies Inside!

Outdated platforms are costing you sales. Legacy platforms like Salesforce SiteGenesis and SFRA can slow innovation, increase maintenance costs, and frustrate customers. This playbook provides a strategic roadmap to modernizing your Salesforce B2C Commerce platform using a composable approach to transition to faster, scalable, and flexible e-commerce solutions —without disrupting your business.

article thumbnail

Interiors Inspiration: Design Week’s favourite new projects

Design Week

In the heart of Antwerp’s fashion district, the ground floor of a 17th Century renaissance building is now home to Blueness. The new restaurant attempts to merge classical interior architecture with modern Scandinavian design. Conveying “a journey through time” was a key focus for Danish design studio Space Copenhagen, which is why much of the building’s original detailing is still visible.

article thumbnail

How To Set Up A Retail Business

Retail Focus

The restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic resulted in many people learning new skills or returning to hobbies that had previously fallen by the wayside. In some cases, it has led to a complete career change. If you’ve decided to take the plunge and set up a retail business, this article includes some top tips to help you with every step from writing a business plan to organising your marketing strategy and financials.

Hobbies 147
article thumbnail

Ampol unveils its first electric charging outlet, in Sydney

Inside Retail

Ampol has opened its first pilot AmpCharge electric vehicle (EV) charging site, outside a Woolworths MetroGo store in Alexandria, Sydney. Matt Halliday, Ampol’s MD and CEO, said the business’ shift to offer new energy solutions supports the uptake of battery electric vehicles across Australia. “As the energy needs of our customers evolve and more of us are choosing electric vehicles, Ampol is also transitioning to provide a range of fast and reliable electric vehicle charging solutions.”.

Form 246
article thumbnail

Hogan, London

Retail Store Windows

What a great scheme at this brand right now. We've spotted some real gems at the store in Knightsbridge and we are constantly amazed, not just at the quality of the installations but the ideas behind them too. This one is no exception. What you can never see in a still image is how this glows out of the window space and also the illusion that the 'sand' in the timers is actually moving.

article thumbnail

Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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

article thumbnail

Brighton & Hove Museums unveils “inclusive” new identity

Design Week

Royal Pavilion and Museums Trust has been renamed Brighton & Hove Museums in a rebranding project led by Baxter & Bailey, designed to spotlight six cultural venues in an equitable way. The Brighton-based studio won the project through a credentials pitch and was initially only meant to redesign the website. Baxter & Bailey creative director Matt Baxter says that after conversations with the client.

Design 77
article thumbnail

From price to product information elasticity of demand – navigating the demands of the new K-Shaped consumer

Retail Focus

While pricing sensitivity is rising amongst shoppers as the cost-of-living and inflationary pressures hit household budgets, UK shoppers would pay more for products carrying better quality product data, the latest data from Ak eneo , the global leader in product experience management (PXM) and product information management (PIM), reveals. Original research of over 1,800 shoppers in its latest 2022 B2C Survey: Product Experience Satisfaction Around the World ’ Report, showed that six in ten (

Consumer 130
article thumbnail

Five focus areas for achieving omnichannel success

Inside Retail

In the wake of the e-commerce boom spurred by the global pandemic, the online retail landscape is now more fragmented than ever. With marketplaces serving as “digital malls”, shopping inspiration coming from social media content and curated experiences in high demand, brands are trying to succeed on several fronts at once. . Unlike the early years of e-commerce, today’s environment requires diversification across an appropriate variety of channels to strengthen visibility; brands must be active

article thumbnail

Artificial Intelligence on Campus: How it Improves the College Experience

Parcel Pending

Artificial intelligence (AI) can seem intimidating but happens to be very common in new technology and is increasingly included in conversations about digital transformation in higher education. There are many useful and discrete ways that AI is used by colleges and universities across the country to boost operational efficiency in higher education and enrich student experiences on campus.

article thumbnail

The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

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