Design Week
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
I often wonder if our various road charging schemes in the UK are designed to help our road users, or exploit them. I live near a couple of tolled bridge crossings over the River Mersey. The system isn’t like the M6 toll road, where you drive through toll booths, but more like the Dartford Crossing, […] Source What to read next: What does the Autumn Statement 2023 mean for design?
Parcel Pending
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The State of the Distributor Industry: The Need to Digitize The winds of change are sweeping through the industrial distribution industry. The traditional model — where manufacturers rely on distributors as vital intermediaries to reach customers — has anchored commerce for generations. Yet this bedrock is shifting. Armed with digital platforms and direct-to-consumer channels, manufacturers can now increasingly bypass distributors to forge their own paths to market.
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Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Despite the owners “pouring everything into the business”, Melbourne luxury retailer Harrolds entered liquidation last month after failing to overcome a slew of unfavourable conditions and setbacks. The downfall of the almost 40-year-old business raises the question of whether this is a sign of things to come as retailers struggle to compete with the increasing e-commerce capabilities and convenience of retail goliaths on the global market, or whether it is a case of Harrolds facing a ‘perfect s
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Astrid & Miyu, founded in 2012, is a London-based cult jewellery brand that has been revolutionising the industry and leading the way in experiential retail. Known for their unique and stylish pieces, Astrid & Miyu has cultivated a dedicated following and established itself as a trendsetter in the jewellery market. Shoplight , a company renowned for its innovative lighting solutions, has built a strong relationship with Astrid & Miyu, illuminating over ten of their permanent and pop-
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Retail Works Inc
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Five tips on the fifth of each month: What five things can you do in one month to make a difference on your selling floor? Lighting is THE most important design element in any retail environment. Walk around your store and audit all your lighting. Most stores should have three levels of artificial lighting: ambient (general lighting), accent (track lighting) and decorative (fun pendants, floor lamps, etc).
Design Boom
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
a visual dialogue between architecture and fashion shapes nude library’s flagship store by el departamento. The post el departamento installs massive wooden bookshelf for nude project’s new store in barcelona appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
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Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Two major new brands are setting up shop at Northern Ireland’s premier outlet destination, The Boulevard , following the schemes record breaking sales. Becoming known for many retail ‘firsts’ in Northern Ireland such as kate spade ny, Adidas, Levi’s and Under Armour, The Boulevard is set to be home for the first Castore store in Northern Ireland and the first Police on the island of Ireland taking 1,054sq ft and 1,136sq ft units respectively.
Mindful Design
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
When iVape, a vaping supply store, decided it was time for a change, they turned to us to breathe new life into their space. Responding to their need for a fresh look that would resonate with their vibrant clientele, we revitalized the store with a modern, colorful redesign. The new look and updated store interior […] The post Mindful Design Consulting Revitalizes iVape Store Interior Branding appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.
Retail Bound
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Retail has come a long way from its traditional brick and mortar stores. With the rise of technology, retail has now entered the digital age where consumers can shop at the click of a button from the comfort of their own homes. One key player in this technological shift is artificial intelligence (AI). AI has revolutionized the retail industry by providing both product startups and retailers with valuable insights into consumer behavior and preferences.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Holiday shopping is no longer fast approaching, it’s already here. According to the Australian Retailers Association (ARA), 53 per cent of Australians finalise their holiday shopping lists by October and 58 per cent of Australians do most of their holiday shopping by the end of November. Part of this early kick-off is down to Australia’s adoption of Black Friday, an American retail tradition following Thanksgiving, which has now extended into Cyber Monday and Click Frenzy sales.
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 Focus
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Salomon, the modern mountain sports lifestyle brand, is proud to announce the opening of two new brand stores in the heart of London. Located in the biggest shopping destinations of the English capital, the Covent Garden store, which is part of The Yards, has opened, and the Soho store will open on November 14 th. The Yards, Covent Garden brand store, located at 125 Long Acre, St Martin’s Courtyard, London WC2E 9AA, is the first Salomon flagship store in the United-Kingdom and measures 3,628 sq
Parcel Pending
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
As we approach the 2024 holiday season, retailers are gearing up for another year of generational differences in shopping habits. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for businesses looking to capitalize on the year’s busiest shopping period. Let’s explore how each generation — from Baby Boomers to Gen Alpha — will likely approach their holiday shopping this year. 4 Macro Trends Influencing Holiday Shopping While some factors impact generations differently, there are several o
Drytac
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Signs Express Gloucester used Drytac ReTac Textures to create a set of stunning interior graphics, featuring a mixture of vibrant colour and black and white images. Signs Express Gloucester has praised the performance of Drytac ReTac Textures in a recent interior graphics project, revealing that the embossed wallcovering film allowed them to achieve outstanding results.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Myer’s acquisition of Premier Investments’ Apparel Brands appears to be the next step in Olivia Wirth’s plan for the department store’s loyalty program, Myer One. “This is an opportunity to continue to grow it in a way that is a step change,” Wirth said about the impact of the acquisition on Myer One, which has 10.6 million members, at an investor briefing after the deal was announced.
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.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Boots has released its 2024 festive marketing campaign, “The Christmas Makeover ”, unleashing the magic of beauty with actor and Bridgeton star, Adjoa Andoh as Mrs. Claus in a wonderland of Boots beauty. The film follows Adjoa as she leads her trusty squad of beauty elves in her Christmas “Werkshop”, reminding viewers that Boots has a present for every kind of beauty enthusiast.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Monica Vinader, the leading demi-fine jewellery brand known for its quality, craftsmanship and sustainable practices announces the opening of its first Scottish boutique, a flagship store in the heart of Edinburgh.
Ultra Flex
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Is your printing business facing tough times? We have an idea that could help printers expand into new markets, fuel profits and keep customers coming back for more. Now is a great time to offer décor solutions that turn on the WOW factor in any space, from corporate lobbies to golf carts. Wherever people work, shop, play, study or even stand, décor solutions can create a more vibrant, compelling environment.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) held the interest rates at 4.35 per cent, a move retailers said is a “missed opportunity” to boost sales for the holiday season. “Many retailers have been investing heavily in Christmas and the holiday season, including additional staff, new product lines and festive store fit-outs,” said Paul Zahra, CEO of the Australian Retailers Association (ARA). “With CPI at its lowest rate in more than three years, it’s time for the RB
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.
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The Visual Merchandising and Display Awards are now open for entries, marking their 30th anniversary in 2025. This prestigious event offers free entry and allows participants to submit an unlimited number of projects, with the deadline set for 22nd December 2024. The awards celebrate excellence in retail visual merchandising and display, with popular categories such as Best Window Display, Sustainable/Eco Friendly Scheme, Best Use of Mannequins, Best In-Store Branding/Theme, and Best Christmas W
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is known for its affordable everyday essentials and exciting range of Specialbuys, but there’s plenty you might not know about the UK’s fourth-largest supermarket. In most Aldi stores, the chilled aisle is the first you’ll walk down, and it’s packed with some of the most popular grocery items, including meat and dairy.
Ultra Flex
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
The way we go about our normal activities has changed dramatically during the pandemic. How can retail stores, restaurants, grocery stores, and others drive people into their locations, while at the same time, create a safe and enjoyable experience Ultraflex can help. We have multiple media solutions, tailored for your unique environment. With the right solutions, you can communicate effectively with your patrons, improve their onsite experience, and continue to build a powerful brand.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) will live stream its upcoming public hearings for the supermarkets enquiry, scheduled from November 7 to 22. In January, the inquiry was initiated in response to a directive from the Australian Government due to concerns about supermarket pricing practices, including the potential use of false or misleading “was/now” pricing and “special” promotions.
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Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Dorotape are delighted to announce the launch of a new addition to the easy dot ® range of digital printable media. easy dot ® PET silver L-UV is a PVC-free film with a highly polished silver chrome metallised finish that adds a touch of elegance and luxury to window displays, in-store advertising and sales promotions. With a thickness of 100 µm and a trusted dot-shaped adhesive, it not only offers easy handling, effortless bubble free application and residue free removal from a wide range o
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Online retailers saw a significant increase in online Halloween sales, bolstered by the event (31 Oct) falling during school half-term as well as coinciding with Diwali, according to data from Wunderkind, the leading AI-driven performance marketing solution.
Design Middleeast
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Designed by ACME Architecture, Aldar’s Mamsha Gardens features lush, signature gardens inspired by the island’s natural beauty Aldar announced today the launch of Mamsha Gardens, a vibrant resort-style development in a prime area of Saadiyat Island beside Mamsha Al Saadiyat and Saadiyat Cultural District. Effortlessly integrating high-end homes with premium retail offerings and lush gardens, the luxurious development provides residents with a tranquil oasis in Abu Dhabi’s most sought
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Industry groups have launched the ‘Be Kind in Retail’ campaign ahead of the Christmas season, reminding customers to be kind to retail workers. The bodies are the Shopping Centre Council of Australia (SCCA), National Retail Association (NRA), Australian Association of Convenience Stores (AACS), Australian Security Industry Association Limited (ASIAL), Pharmacy Guild of Australia, and Building Service Contractors Association of Australia (BSCAA).
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
Retail Focus
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Bluewater Shopping Centre is about to become even sweeter as HARIBO UK announces its 11th UK retail store opening. The news comes after the success of last year’s Hide N Seekers event, which saw HARIBO bringing the UK’s largest ball pit, fully stocked with delicious prizes and treats, to the UK’s fifth largest shopping centre. The new store, which is expected to open early 2025, will allow fans to indulge in moments of fun and happiness all year round.
Retail Times
NOVEMBER 4, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Cathedral City, the UK’s number one cheese brand, has announced the relaunch of its 200g price-marked packs (PMPs) in both its Mature and Extra Mature varieties. Recent consumer insights revealed the significant trend that 78% of consumers are now ‘very value-led’ and 66% of consumers are actively seeking ways to extract more value from or reduce […
Ultra Flex
NOVEMBER 7, 2024
Nearly 50 years ago, 20 million Americans protested all over the country, calling for businesses and communities to find ways to take better care of the environment and, in turn, protect human health. The protests launched an environmental movement and resulted in Earth Day , an event celebrated every spring since 1970. Since then, many companies have taken steps to help keep our planet healthy.
Inside Retail
NOVEMBER 6, 2024
Westfield operator Scentre Group booked higher rent collections and witnessed more visitors during the nine months to September 30. Gross rent collections grew by $78 million to $2.07 billion while total business partner sales increased 2.3 per cent to $20.2 billion. Annual sales reached a record $28.8 billion as of September 30 and visitors increased by 2.1 per cent to 429 million.
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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