Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Global expansion in both existing and new markets has helped drive Australian fashion jewellery chain Lovisa’s first-half profits up by 31.9 It has expanded to seven new markets and it now operates in Namibia, Mexico, Italy, Hong Kong, Romania, Hungary, Poland, Canada and Colombia through a franchise model. per cent to $315.5

Expansion 243

Expansion Fashion Line Marketing 243

Inside Retail

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Despite some unsuccessful forays beyond the borders of Australia and New Zealand by some retailers, there is increasing optimism about global expansion. Enhanced market analysis and management tools generated by new technology and the attraction of international customers from online platforms are no doubt key factors.

Expansion 264

Expansion Social Media Marketing Management 264

Inside Retail

MAY 23, 2024

Ralph Lauren has reported a lower growth rate for its fourth-quarter revenue, but an analyst said the brand is still doing well amid a wider slowdown in the luxury market. Neil Saunders, MD of GlobalData, said the moderate growth was in line with expectations given the general trend in the luxury market. “In

Marketing 243

Marketing Social Media Line Expansion 243

Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

After enjoying massive growth during the Covid-19 pandemic thanks to the panic-buying-induced toilet paper shortage seen in many countries, the business has expanded significantly: focusing on the US market, and launching a new brand, Good Time , which brings its sustainable focus to the personal care industry. But it’s just the beginning.

Expansion 274

Expansion Marketing Consumer Line 274

Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The company offers a diverse product line including activewear, casualwear, and underwear, designed for style-conscious modern men seeking quality and affordability. Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia and India brings deep expertise in scaling startups globally with valuable connections across various markets,” he said. “We

Apparel 130

Apparel Expansion Strategy Fashion 130

Inside Retail

APRIL 3, 2024

Levi Strauss & Co reported a weaker top line for the first quarter of FY24, which was attributed to the impact of its Russia business as well as a shift in wholesale shipments. Asia’s net revenues were 5 per cent on top of the 22 per cent growth in the prior year, reflecting growth across most markets.

Line 188

Line Apparel Expansion Management 188

Inside Retail

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Greenstreat was founded by brothers Jackson and Jesse McGrath, who grew up making salad dressings, sauces and glazes with their family, and selling the products at markets across Australia’s east coast. On the first day of opening in Albury, the business had a 100-metre line that formed around the corner.

Expansion 264

Expansion Location Planning Form 264

Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

2025 marks a year of accelerated growth, with a strong focus on premiumisation, direct-to-consumer expansion, and a broader lifestyle offering beyond denim. These include the highly anticipated launch of Blue Tab, the brand’s most premium denim line yet, and a renewed focus on creating immersive retail experiences across the region.

Planning 130

Planning Apparel Line Consumer 130

Inside Retail

OCTOBER 27, 2024

“As Singapore is a strategic gateway to the Southeast Asian market, it was imperative that we launched stores here,” Washing Zhong, country manager at Descente Singapore, told Inside Retail. According to Fortune Business Insights, the global apparel market size was valued at US$8.7 billion last year and is projected to grow from $9.07

Apparel 130

Apparel Circulation Line Engagement 130

Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

For vape juice brands, staying competitive in the retail market requires a deep understanding of the latest trends influencing sales. Brands are now experimenting with innovative flavour combinations and seasonal releases to stand out in a competitive market.

Target Market 130

Target Market Customer Engagement Tailored Consumer 130

Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2025

Not content with just giving the store a new look and elevated market position, Central even rechristened it, somewhat Inauthentically, as Store of Bangkok. A third aspect of Centrals progress over the past year is the expansion of its new Go Wholesale chain to 10 units, readying it to compete with the sector giant, CP Axtras Makro.

Expansion 130

Expansion Department Stores Fashion Line 130

Retail Focus

JANUARY 6, 2025

Holland & Barrett joined The Langham Estate at 146/148 Oxford Street on 20 December, relocating from 52 Oxford Street as part of its strategic expansion on the famous shopping thoroughfare. The deal takes the 11.3-acre acre Estates total ground floor retail to 87.5%

Location 147

Location Line Strategy Balance 147

Inside Retail

APRIL 8, 2021

Dutch fashion retailer Scotch & Soda is accelerating its global expansion plans with a total of 15 new brick-and-mortar stores and 12 shop-in-shops opening worldwide over the next six months. We are now entering the next chapter of our expansion, which is very exciting, with an acceleration of the internationalisation process.

Planning 246

Planning Expansion Unity Concept 246

Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

“This remains an outsized performance in a market that is tighter and more constrained than it has been for a long time,” Saunders commented. On the bottom line, the company swung from a net loss of $2.2 The post ‘Wowzers’: Abercrombie & Fitch posts stunning results in subdued market appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

Marketing 173

Marketing Expansion Line Strategy 173

Inside Retail

MARCH 12, 2025

The menstrual care market has long been dominated by major global manufacturers. Viv for your V was born out of this desire to create a line of products that prioritizes both personal and environmental health and feels approachable during what can be one of the most unbearable weeks of the month!

Beauty and Health 130

Beauty and Health Consumer Social Media Line 130

Inside Retail

MARCH 19, 2025

Were a small company, but were the first people in the world to do that because were chasing it, constantly looking for innovation, and bringing it to market fast, Campbell said. Zero Cos next step is retail expansion. It aims to launch key product lines in supermarkets, pharmacies and specialty retailers later this year.

Specialty Retailers 130

Specialty Retailers Expansion Consumer Line 130

Inside Retail

MARCH 24, 2025

Founder, chairman and CEO Guofu Ye credited the results with continuous growth in China and rapid overseas expansion. International markets continued their strong performance, with revenue rising 41.9 The brand also set a record for store expansion last year, opening 1200 stores worldwide and reaching 3000 locations outside China.

Layout 232

Layout Expansion Strategy Line 232

Inside Retail

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Estee Lauder has reported a decline in sales for the first quarter of FY25, mainly due to low consumer sentiment in the Chinese market. Our Profit Recovery and Growth Plan drove gross margin expansion, which was partially offset by operating deleverage. Other pillars of our strategic reset also delivered promising initial results.”

Expansion 130

Expansion Line Consumer Other 130

Inside Retail

OCTOBER 30, 2024

This unexpected endorsement from such a high-profile celebrity propelled the Labubu character into the spotlight, capturing the attention of fans worldwide and dramatically boosting Pop Mart’s visibility in the collectibles market. Emerging markets Global expansion is now a major growth driver for the business.

Artistic 130

Artistic Social Media Tailored Engagement 130

Inside Retail

APRIL 25, 2024

By 2026, Mango plans to open 500 stores in key markets such as Canada, France, the United Kingdom and the United States. Inside Retail spoke to Shane Stephen Grenley, Mango’s international retail director for North America, to get an update on the brand’s US expansion efforts and upcoming retail initiatives.

Expansion 130

Expansion Fashion Planning Strategy 130

Retail Focus

MAY 23, 2022

We are so pleased to be bringing JYSK (pronounced YOOSK) to Telford this June and for local shoppers to explore our huge collection of affordable Scandi homeware and garden furniture ,” says Jenny Johnston, JYSK Sales and Marketing Manager, UK & Ireland. JYSK Telford will join 25 UK stores, three of which opened in 2021.

Expansion 147

Expansion Visual Merchandising Layout Planning 147

Inside Retail

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Five years after launching into the market with its hero product, a true-blue fitted t-shirt, the brand now operates 9 brick-and-mortar stores, alongside thriving direct-to-consumer and wholesale operations. BY: We identified a gap in the market for high-quality, affordable basics that fit well and stand the test of time.

Tailored 130

Tailored Strategy Balance Marketing 130

Inside Retail

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Berkshire Hathaway’s toy company Jazwares has acquired toy distributor Big Balloon, as part of its global expansion plans. Founded in 1997, Jazwares offers product lines including action figures, plush toys, collectibles, role-playing accessories and musical instruments.

Accessories 264

Accessories Accessories Expansion Line 264

Retail Focus

JANUARY 2, 2025

Ubsdell explained: Across the board weve seen investment heavily geared towards international expansion and brand elevation. Chris Newell, creative partner, Syn As a marketing agency working within the retail sector, Syn has seen several trends emerge in 2024. 2025 will see brands continue to invest in exclusivity and community.

Balance 162

Balance Consumer Engagement Marketing 162

Inside Retail

JULY 10, 2023

Australian consumer electronics giant JB Hi-Fi announced a major expansion of its New Zealand operations last week , unveiling plans to double its store count in the next three to five years. The group eventually decided to “double down” on the New Zealand market, and invest in building it up as the broader retail market recovered.

Consumer Electronics 189

Consumer Electronics Marketing Location Expansion 189

Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Guzman Y Gomez has reported double-digit growth in both top and bottom lines for the fiscal first half. Sales of the Australian segment , which covers the Australia, Singapore and Japan markets, rose 23.2 per cent, with comparable restaurant sales up 9.4

Location 130

Location Expansion Line Strategy 130

Inside Retail

MARCH 26, 2024

This will be the first time Peter Alexander ventures outside of Australia and New Zealand since its failed entry into the US market in 2008. Some analysts have described Peter Alexander as an “unproven” brand outside of Australian and New Zealand markets. million for its first-half sales results. “We

Expansion 243

Expansion Apparel Marketing Shopping 243

Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Our focus has been to get our product and marketing strategies right with superior fits and top-tier campaigns,” Santamaria said. Seafolly has a strong presence in the UK through our wholesale partners, so it was an easy decision to launch our UK website to further strengthen our brand presence in the market,” Santamaria said.

Expansion 130

Expansion Planning Department Stores Fashion 130

Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

The sale of inventory properties (shophouses) that had anchored revenue growth in preceding quarters has now run dry, which accounts for the crash on the top- and bottom lines. That’s ok if you do world-class developments and your timing is not too far ahead of the market, but otherwise, it can be a well-aimed shot in the foot.

Strategy 130

Strategy Expansion Fashion Retail Sales 130

Inside Retail

JANUARY 18, 2024

In India’s fast-paced beauty and personal care market, where trends evolve, and consumer needs emerge, Nat Habit stands out as a beacon of authenticity and commitment to natural wellness. When we started, we took it on ourselves to identify and fill the market gap for genuine, chemical-free products.

Expansion 130

Expansion Beauty and Health Consumer Planning 130

Inside Retail

APRIL 24, 2024

Brazilian restaurant chain Oakberry entered the Australian market in 2018 after ANZ CEO Renan Fretes-Pinto identified a gap in the market for healthy fast food. We did a lot of market research in Australia and then found the perfect shop location on Gould Street in Bondi Beach.

Beauty and Health 239

Beauty and Health Expansion Marketing Shopping 239

Inside Retail

MAY 12, 2021

Outside of the APAC region, the US is a key market for Maison de Sabré. The show will incorporate sounds inspired by the Australian landscape and will change each month in line with the brand’s latest campaigns. The post Maison de Sabré unveils global expansion plans appeared first on Inside Retail. Offering in-store events.

Expansion 147

Expansion Planning Concept Accessories 147

Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

After taking home the National Designer Award last year at PayPal Melbourne Fashion Festival, Best had his sights set on an expansion in Sydney. The brand has recently doubled down on its Melbourne presence with the opening of its concept store in Hawksburn Village.

Concept 130

Concept Tailored Fashion Location 130

Inside Retail

AUGUST 4, 2021

An untold number of coffee shops across the globe have temporarily or permanently closed at the height of the pandemic but Vietnam’s TNI King Coffee has bucked the trend, opening its first store in the US early this year and pushing forward with expansion plans. Our current immediate plan is global expansion.

Expansion 264

Expansion Social Media Planning Consumer 264

Inside Retail

MAY 16, 2024

The grand opening marks a significant chapter in Levi Strauss & Co’s expansive retail strategy within the country. The story so far “The opening of the new Nexus Mall store is a milestone in our strategic expansion efforts in the South Asia region,” he told Inside Retail.

Expansion 130

Expansion Tailored Strategy Layout 130

Inside Retail

JANUARY 21, 2024

Global expansion Dion Lee’s biggest market is in the US, so expanding the brand’s physical store footprint to the States was the next logical move. “We Miller, who served his last tenure as CEO and chief creative officer at the Collected Group for seven years, is well positioned to lead Dion Lee toward global expansion.

Expansion 130

Expansion Design Fashion Location 130

Inside Retail

JULY 24, 2022

Zagg, a global retailer of electronic device accessories, has opened its first store in Australia, marking the first step in an expansion strategy in the Apac region. The new store is situated in the Macarthur Square shopping centre and sells goods from the Zagg brand portfolio, including Zagg, InvisibleShield, Gear4, Braven, and Mophie.

Accessories 242

Accessories Accessories Expansion Display 242