Retail Focus

JUNE 10, 2022

The opening of this fifth H beauty store nationally demonstrates Harrods’ continued commitment to bringing its beauty authority, expert curation, and luxury shopping experience to a wider audience across the UK. H beauty Gateshead is opening at 9am in the Metrocentre on the 14 th June. . The latest H beauty launch follows four successful store openings, the first at Lakeside retail centre in Essex, the second at centre:mk in Milton Keynes , third at St James Quarter in Edinburgh , and the fourth

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Inside Retail

JUNE 7, 2022

Costco plans to open three new stores in Melbourne and Geelong within the next two years, investing up to $150 million. CEO Patrick Noone told The Australian in an interview that potential sites were identified near Melbourne’s CBD, and at Officer and Geelong. Each store will be allocated $50 million, with the projects now depending on zoning and council approvals.

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Design Week

JUNE 10, 2022

As Pride kicks off this month, it’s hard to picture a time when celebrations were not draped in rainbow flags. The LGBT community has not always had the striped symbol however. The rainbow flag was first designed in the late ’70s, almost a decade after the Stonewall riots which subsequent Pride marches commemorate. But since its debut, it’s proven a popular, enduring and highly adaptable piece of.

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RetailMinded

JUNE 7, 2022

When an SME merchant experiences rapid growth its profit margins might go up – but its back office operations often go into meltdown. Spreadsheets get used to plug gaps between systems; mistakes and delays become commonplace, resulting in poor customer feedback; tedious manual workflows take up the time and energy of team members; and a lack of visibility hampers decision making.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 7, 2022

Capital & Counties Properties PLC (‘Capco’) announces that luxury Swiss watch brand TUDOR, in partnership with leading watch and jewellery retailer Bucherer, will open a new mono-brand boutique in Covent Garden’s Royal Opera House Arcade, joining a stable of luxury brands across the Covent Garden estate. The boutique is due to open in September 2022.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 6, 2022

Adidas-owned Reebok has launched a range of adaptive trainers for people with restricted mobility. Called Fit to Fit, the sneakers can be easily put on and removed. The shoes were created in partnership with Zappos’ adaptive department, the two companies aiming to create shoes that are inclusive in performance and lifestyle. They interviewed people with mobility issues as part of the product development process. . “We created the Reebok Fit to Fit adaptive footwear collection to champion R

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Hunton Andrews Kurth

JUNE 8, 2022

As part of a broader regulatory roll-back intended to stimulate business and economic activity post-pandemic, the New York City Council repealed regulations affecting the auction industry. [1] Generally, the repeal’s effect is to remove rules that regulate the conduct of auctioneers and auction houses, including licensing and disclosure requirements.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 10, 2022

Irish homeware brand, Murmur has today announced plans to open its first-ever standalone store as part of longer-term ambitions to roll out more stores across the UK and Ireland. . The 1,108 sq ft inaugural store will open at designer outlet, The Boulevard, a Lotus Property-owned scheme based between Belfast and Dublin later this month, creating six jobs. .

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Inside Retail

JUNE 5, 2022

Global brand management firm WHP Global has bought a 70 per cent stake in Isaac Mizrahi from Xcel Brands, in a deal valuing the American designer label at US$68 million. Xcel Brands, a media and consumer products company specialising in livestream shopping on TV and online, will retain a minority stake of 30 per cent in the transaction and take $46.2 million in cash proceeds.

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Design Week

JUNE 7, 2022

In April, UK inflation rose to 9%, the highest rate in 40 years. The rising price of gas, electricity, food and raw materials are all adding pressure to households and businesses. We speak to a range of designers about how the cost of living crisis is affecting their work – from a change in client briefs to finding cheaper studio space. Ewan Alston, senior designer at Blond.

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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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Creative Displays Now

JUNE 9, 2022

Checkout counters are a valuable area in the retail industry. Customers who enter the line are already preparing to make purchases, leading to a prime opportunity for securing an additional sale. How can you optimize a store’s counter space to sell more of your products? Learn about the best ways to optimize a checkout space and convert more customers into loyal buyers below.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 8, 2022

H&M HOME has opened the doors to its new standalone Concept Store in Berlin. The interior and lifestyle destination marks a new elevated level of global H&M HOME flagship stores and will offer a dynamic and inspiring customer experience. The store presents the latest interior collections in an inviting and contemporary surrounding, inspired by modern cosmopolitan homes and hotels and with visual elements of Bauhaus style.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 8, 2022

Fashion label Nobody Denim has announced the relaunch of its menswear collection for this winter. The collection consists of Nico Skinny Jean, Jimmy Slim Jean and John Taper Jean, and features five washes, including solid black, classic rinse indigo, dark authentic vintage indigo, mid-authentic vintage indigo and a used black. . Nobody Denim says the jean collection is designed to be worn every day and 90 per cent of it is made with recycled cotton fabric.

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Design Week

JUNE 10, 2022

CBD drinks are hardly a rarity these days. But while many brands highlight the potential health benefits of CBD, Little Rick’s new identity was all about instilling a sense of chill. The design team at Now looked to skate culture and artists like Keith Haring as exemplars of a relaxed vibe, ending up with a neat logo lock-up that can be seen on packaging as well as OOH campaigns.

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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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Creative Displays Now

JUNE 9, 2022

Even with the growth of online shopping, consumers still prefer traditional retail stores and crave the in-person shopping experience. Approximately 58% of U.S. consumers visit a physical store at least once a week to make a purchase. While this sounds like good news to producers, millions of products are competing against each other to get from the shelf to the checkout line.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 6, 2022

MoEngage , the insights-led customer engagement platform, today announced that it has raised USD $77M in Series E funding. This round was led by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and B Capital, with participation from the company’s existing investors; Steadview Capital, Multiples Alternate Asset Management, Eight Roads Ventures, and Matrix Partners India.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 9, 2022

The Australian Commonwealth Games Team will sport uniforms during opening and closing ceremonies designed by RM Williams in partnership with Commonwealth Games Australia. The new capsule range of formal wear will include heritage designs and limited-edition leather boots, made in Melbourne. The nation’s signature gold and green palate are weaved into tailored sports coats, polos and apparel which also includes the Australian Commonwealth Games Team’s Birmingham 2022 logo.

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Design Week

JUNE 9, 2022

Tropic Skincare has introduced a new dyslexic-reader-friendly typeface across its branding after discovering that customers were experiencing difficulties reading its website and communications. Lewis Moberly, which has a longstanding relationship with the brand, was tasked with designing a new typeface without drastically changing the well-established identity.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

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Design Wanted

JUNE 8, 2022

The carry-on herbal inhaler represents a healing companion as the name of the brand itself: “A” represents one, “Pal” means friend while “U” is the symbol […]. The post Aromanordic Inhaler by Puchong Khampiman for APAUL appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 6, 2022

When walking through a shopping mall, it is easy to spot which retail stores are doing well. Some are filled with customers, and others are so empty that they would be lucky if even a fly decides to pay a visit. What makes a retail store more attractive than another? Of course, it has something to do with the products they are selling. But you might be surprised by how much an attractive interior design can make a difference.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 9, 2022

Retailers both large and small will offer special discounts to front line workers across Australia on June 30 to commemorate First Responders Day. Australian Retailers Association (ARA) CEO Paul Zahra said first responders continue to go above and beyond to keep people and communities safe. “Whether it’s the emergency services personnel, alongside community members, helping to rescue those stranded by the floods in northern NSW, or the doctors and nurses working around the clock caring for patie

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Design Week

JUNE 8, 2022

London-based studio Special Projects has collaborated with start-up Aura Fertility to create a new femtech app which aims to improve the IVF experience. Aura is a support platform that aims to offer personal care to people going through IVF. Special Projects, which specialises in user centred design, conducted interviews with IVF patients in attempt to understand their challenges.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 8, 2022

TRC was born with the idea of reducing waste from terrazzo production by upcycling the leftovers from Thamrongchai Company Limited, which has been a leader in […]. The post TRC from Thamrongchai Company Limited appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

JUNE 8, 2022

Capturing the imagination of onlookers. Flashing lights, motion graphics and hanging signs are all great for making impressions on the show floor and other events. But if you want to draw people in, you’ll have to do more than snag their eyes—you need to grip their imagination. How do you set someone’s mind on fire with irresistible curiosity to find out more about your product?

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Inside Retail

JUNE 8, 2022

Lululemon Athletica and H&M Group are among backers of a $250 million fund aiming to speed up efforts to cut carbon emissions in the fashion industry’s supply chain, non-profit group Apparel Impact Institute said on Wednesday. Bringing together clothing brands, philanthropic donors and other industry stakeholders, the institute’s Fashion Climate Fund also hopes to unlock a further $2 billion in funding once effective solutions have been found and scaled up.

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Design Week

JUNE 6, 2022

Anglia Ruskin University – digital showcase and physical exhibition After two years of online-only events, ARU’s annual degree show is returning in person as The Secret Showcase from 9-19 June. The exhibition will showcase the work of final year students from the faculties of Art, Humanities, and Social Sciences in the Ruskin Gallery and across ARU’s Cambridge campus.

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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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Mindful Design

JUNE 8, 2022

If you have never considered the idea of ceiling chains in interior design, there is a world of beauty out there that is yours to discover. Ceiling chains are an atypical decorative accent, but one with tremendous visual potential. It is not only the cold look of the metal and the way that it reflects […]. The post How to Use Ceiling Chains in Interior Design appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 7, 2022

Made to fit any user’s needs thanks to its counterweight which keeps the reflector in balance for any position, perfect for reading, work, or as a […]. The post Pendulum Lamp by Matej Štefanac appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 8, 2022

Mate, a Danish e-bike brand famous for raising US$24 million in crowdfunding on Indiegogo, the most ever in the platform’s history, is heading to Australia. The brand has already launched an e-commerce site in Australia and is set to open a 150sqm bricks-and-mortar showroom in Melbourne by the end of the month. There, shoppers will be able to test-ride and buy the all-terrain Mate X bike and Mate City commuter bike, retailing at $3799 and $2999, respectively.

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Design Week

JUNE 10, 2022

Mother Design has crafted the new branding for E1 sports entertainment series, as it makes its debut at the Venice Boat Show ahead of the 2023 inaugural racing season. The ambition for the design work was to create a “futuristic, fluid and electrifying” new look while keeping in line with the brand’s sustainability goals, according to the design team.

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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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