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Pret A Manger opens city debut at Gloucester Quays, diversifying food offer

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Paul Carter, Asset Director at Peel Retail & Leisure , commented: “Gloucester Quays is both an outlet for all-day shoppers and a focal point for our local community, so the variety of food on offer has to match that diversity.

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MAPIC 2024: Highlights of the 2024 Edition

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Trends in the Commercial Investment Market The retail real estate market was a focal point of this years MAPIC, with a strong emphasis on investors perspectives regarding retail market trends and outlooks. The conference sessions also provided a platform for brands to share their experiences in international expansion.

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EJM Studio and Tina Vaia Studio craft new retail store for ME+EM inspired by Josef Albers’ artworks

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Existing architectural features, including the arched windows and original columns, have been preserved and turned into focal points. Featuring generous seating and expansive floor-to-ceiling mirrors, the changing area, with an abundance of natural light, invites customers to relax, linger, and engage.

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Moleskine’s CEO on how the brand balances heritage with smart innovation

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Under the leadership of CEO Christophe Archaimbault, the brand is executing a multi-faceted strategy to ensure relevance, drive international expansion and deepen its technological integration, all while maintaining its commitment to sustainability.

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Inside the latest luxury and concept store openings in the US

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This linear layout guides visitors toward the back of the space, where a gracefully arched portal frames one of Easyplants best-selling products, creating a captivating focal point. The store offers a curated selection of over 100 plant types, from Anthurium Red to Parlor Palm, organised by size, light needs and pet-friendly options.

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Oh Canada: The next stop in Grace Loves Lace’s global expansion

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With more and more brides forced to downsize or choosing to elope, Megan said the dress became the focal point. “We The post Oh Canada: The next stop in Grace Loves Lace’s global expansion appeared first on Inside Retail. We saw that brides really focused on the dress and it became the most important element.

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Tigerlily CEO talks turnaround and the next stage of sale process

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Tapping into international markets is a focal point of the brand going forward. The introduction of fall and winter collections in tandem with the international expansion strategy supported year-round revenue. “We