Design Wanted
JANUARY 26, 2025
In the face of challenges such as climate change, aging populations, carbon neutrality, and other systemic issues, industrial designers are […] The post Making meaningful material: exploring Product Design, Service Innovation, and Social Impact appeared first on DesignWanted.
RetailMinded
JANUARY 30, 2025
Retail crime isnt just about stolen goods its a serious threat that can disrupt daily operations, impact employees and alienate customers. For independent store owners, these challenges ripple through the business, creating hurdles that go far beyond the financial losses of theft and making it harder to stay competitive in an already tough market. Unpacking The Hidden Costs When retailers think about the impact of crime, their first thought is often the monetary loss tied to stolen inventory.
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Retail Times
JANUARY 31, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The retail world is undergoing a dramatic transformation, driven by technological advancements and shifting consumer expectations. Contactless and mobile payment systems, once a niche convenience, have become essential to delivering the fast, secure, and seamless shopping experiences that customers now demand.
Inside Retail
JANUARY 28, 2025
If the Apple store was a womenswear boutique, it would be Henne. The Australian fashion label delivers a unique in-store retail experience. Rather than stocking clothing in multiple sizes on shelves or racks for customers to try on and purchase, Everything that you see on display is just for display, Nadia Bartel, Hennes director, told Inside Retail.
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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.
Retail Focus
JANUARY 31, 2025
The Visual Merchandising and Display Show returns to London on 9th and 10th April 2025 , offering a two-day showcase of the latest innovations, trends, and solutions for retail professionals. Taking place at the Business Design Centre , just two minutes from Angel station and well-connected to major transport hubs, this highly anticipated event combines accessibility, education, and inspirationall with free entry.
Design Boom
JANUARY 25, 2025
the stores interior was reconfigured into an open plan, preserving the original wooden framework. The post wooden japanese house turns into traditional greengrocer store in kiryu appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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Inside Retail
JANUARY 26, 2025
Kogan has returned to strong top-line growth in the fiscal first half, which was fuelled by solid holiday sales. The company reported gross sales of $492.5 million during the July-December period, a 10.3 per cent increase year-on-year. Revenue also grew 9.9 per cent to $272.7 million. On the bottom line, gross profit rose 18.3 per cent to $106 million and adjusted EBITDA improved 17.5 per cent to $25.3 million.
Retail Focus
JANUARY 29, 2025
Railpen, one of the largest pension managers in the UK, has announced Caledonia Park, its premium designer outlet village in Scotland, has experienced a record-breaking year for sales and performance. The destination introduced seven new brands and secured a series of long-term renewals, demonstrating the success of Railpens strategic asset management.
Design Boom
JANUARY 29, 2025
with a 10-meter-high facade of glass, brass, and stone, the store provides an unobstructed street view into both its floors. The post bottega veneta reveals chicago flagship in verde saint-denis marble and walnut wood appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Design Week
JANUARY 29, 2025
2025 is shaping up to be a wild year for interface design, and software development in general. Coming straight off the bat from a tough year in the industry, 2024 didn’t see the expected return in the job market from the post-pandemic boom. It did, however, see some fantastic products and websites, with motion and […] Source What to read next: “The AI revolution needs designing.
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
Inside Retail
JANUARY 28, 2025
Long-running Australian fashion labels Millers and Noni B are to be closed down after the receivers of parent company Mosaic Brands failed to find a buyer. About 930 staff will lose their jobs. Today’s announcement means all Mosaic brands will be closed, none of them of sufficient interest to attract a white knight investor to ensure their survival.
Retail Focus
JANUARY 29, 2025
El Departamento has created Fake Gods’ first flagship store in central Madrid. Inspired by a contemporary reinterpretation of the Garden of Eden, this store merges digital, physical, and symbolic elements. Technological materials, immersive design and biblical narrative transform the space into the brand’s new meeting point for its growing community.
Design Wanted
JANUARY 28, 2025
Peering through Vattenfall and Superuses tiny house aptly named Nestle, one cant help but begin to imaginarily sketch and outline […] The post Powered by solar panels, this tiny house is a mighty big deal appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Design Blog
JANUARY 30, 2025
Chinese interior studio Various Associates has completed an irregular pyramid-shaped flagship store for drone brand DJI in Shenzhen, China. Located.
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.
Inside Retail
JANUARY 27, 2025
Coffee roaster Tobys Estate has launched its Fitzroy flagship cafe in Melbourne, adding to the brands retail portfolio, which includes Sydney, Brisbane, and Singapore. The coffee store features a central bar with wood panelling and rich plum-red tones. It offers an array of coffees, including single-origin, flavour-focused blends (flavour savours) and frozen coffee options.
Retail Focus
JANUARY 31, 2025
Angel, a British brand, proudly introduces the Angel 20K, a market-shifting reusable and rechargeable vaping device offering up to 20,000 puffs with 2 x 12ml pre-filled pods, all at an incredible 11.99 RRP. With the Angel 20K, vapers can now save up to 70% compared to traditional 2400-puff devices, enjoying superior flavour and unmatched convenience.
Design Wanted
JANUARY 30, 2025
Upon tracing the contours of a chair, rarely is it possible to instantaneously feel its heartbeat. Usually, there are layers […] The post Alexander Rehn steps into the spotlight with his clear-cut approach to circular design appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Design Blog
JANUARY 30, 2025
Ukrainian-born entrepreneur Viktoria Moldavskaya knows a thing or two about fashion, managing both a jewellery brand whose new boutique.
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.
Inside Retail
JANUARY 28, 2025
Adore Beautys earnings more than doubled in the fiscal first half, which management says reflects the early phase of the companys growth strategy. The companys earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) for the six months ended December 31 jumped 118 per cent to $2.7 million. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) rose 94 per cent to $4.6 million.
Retail Times
JANUARY 31, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Entertainer has unveiled key trends in toy shopping habits from the first month of the year, providing an insight into shoppers preferences for 2025. Sales insights from the leading toy retailer support recent trends highlighted by market research company Circana, showing that shoppers are inclined to great-value products, particularly within the sub
Design Wanted
JANUARY 29, 2025
Opera chose Venice for its genesis. Earliest productions were invitation-only and performed in banquet halls and ballrooms. Audiences would wear […] The post How does a string of light sound? Luca Nichetto has the answer appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Design Blog
JANUARY 29, 2025
Australian cycling wear brand MAAP continues its global retail expansion and has now planted a flag in leafy Daan area.
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Inside Retail
JANUARY 30, 2025
Activewear brand Lorna Jane’s profit nearly doubled in the last fiscal year thanks to a strong boom in post-pandemic demand. Lorna Janes profit for the 12 months ended June 30 rose to $21.3 million from $11.6 million in the prior year, the Australian Financial Review reported, citing accounts filed by the company. Revenues for the period was $199.6 million, up from $198.3 million a year earlier.
Retail Times
JANUARY 31, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Midcounties Co-operative has awarded an initial three-year contract to Arcus Facilities Management to deliver a full range of integrated facilities management (FM) services across all its trading locations and offices including Co-op Food stores, Your Co-op Travel branches and Your Co-op Childcare nurseries, predominantly in the West Midlands, Oxford
Design Wanted
JANUARY 28, 2025
Many moons ago, illustrious IKEA founder Ingvar Kamprad and renowned Danish industrial designer Niels Gammelgaard immediately bonded over a shared […] The post Time travel with IKEA yet again through its latest kaleidoscopic Nytillverkad collection appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Design Blog
JANUARY 29, 2025
While a bank is a space with a clear purpose, the gap in waiting that is in the process often.
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
Inside Retail
JANUARY 29, 2025
The shareholders of both Sigma Healthcare and Chemist Warehouse approved the two companies’ merger during separate meetings on Wednesday. The second meeting, of about 40 Chemist Warehouse shareholders and franchisees in Melbourne, ended at 6.16pm with overwhelming approval. At the earlier meeting, more than 97 per cent of Sigma proxies voted in favour of the deal, surpassing the regulatory requirement of at least a 75 per cent approval rate.
Retail Times
JANUARY 29, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A big change is coming to Lidl tills across the country next month as the supermarket announces it will become the first national retailer to introduce Pennies, a digital micro-donation system. The move follows a successful regional trial and will allow customers to donate up to 30p per transaction at the card reader.
Design Wanted
JANUARY 27, 2025
Showrooms have shifted from being mere physical representations of product catalogs to becoming dynamic spaces of strategic importance for brands. […] The post How showrooms elevate corporate communication and client experience appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Design Blog
JANUARY 27, 2025
Amouage, the Omani House of High Perfumery, expands its global presence with its first Asian flagship in Zhang Yuan, Shanghais.
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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