Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

A federal judge dismissed a proposed class action lawsuit accusing Google of illegally profiting from Google Play gift card scams by refusing to refund millions of dollars stolen from victims. In 2023, Americans lost $217 million in gift card or reload card fraud, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2024

The post Phillip Island gift shop operators charged with underpaying staff appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

Aside from gift cards and gift packaging, the new store offers Hallmark-branded collectibles such as Keepsake ornaments, recordable storybooks, and newly launched Better Together plushies. Greeting card retailer Hallmark Australia has opened a new concept retail store at Blackburn Square Shopping Centre in Victoria.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Valentine’s Day presents brands and retailers with the opportunity to match shoppers with the perfect gift for their loved ones. The recipients of all this gift-giving no longer need to be significant others, with brands also championing friendship and self-love to be celebrated on the 14th of February.

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OCTOBER 21, 2024

Traditionally, consumers looked to brands like Wedgewood and some of the more premium brands in the portfolio for wedding and engagement gifting. Of course, gifting is still very big for us. Christmas follows the gardening seasons [in the northern hemisphere], so gardening may not always be the big gifting product.

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AUGUST 2, 2023

Australian shoppers are predicted to spend $860 million on Father’s Day gifts this year, according to research by the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) in collaboration with Roy Morgan. Zahra described the occasion as a “social family event” with consumers favouring food and alcohol as gifts.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2024

“This forms part of our ongoing test and learn approach with the aim of growing our market share and brand awareness during the key gifting season.” . “We have opened two new stores and further extended our reach with the launch of 12 pop-ups in flagship centres across the country,” said Vlad Yakubson, Dusk CEO and MD.

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DECEMBER 1, 2024

“With record growth predicted for Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, we’re hopeful of a better November to give confidence to retailers as they look towards the New Year.” ” The post Strong boost in Australian retail sales in October, says ABS data appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Christmas of Dreams invites visitors to make their dream Christmas come true with Selfridges – from finding perfect gifts for loved ones, to imaginative solution-driven services, dazzling entertainment and over 4,000 experiences to be enjoyed together, both in store and digitally.

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JANUARY 11, 2024

On 5 th January the first 50 customers who entered the store all received a free gift bag including a £50 voucher to redeem in-store on any purchase over £50. On 6 th January, the first 50 customers whose transaction value was over £100 were gifted an exclusive gift bag which included a free Samsung device up to the value of £349.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

per cent cash rate increase – while 58 per cent said that they don’t need to prove their love through expensive gifts. Think cards [or] small customisable gifts like mugs; something that can be tailored to make a gift more meaningful, without breaking the piggy bank.”

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

To celebrate the opening, Miniso gifted customers who reached a certain purchase amount with a ‘kroo bag’, inspired by the Australian kangaroo. Miniso has opened a 300sqm store on Sydney’s George St dedicated to Sanrio-themed products – the first of its kind in Australia, with more than 2500 SKUs.

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NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Dusk is overhauling its brand positioning to achieve its strategic goal of rejuvenating the brand and building on being a gifting destination. Our success over the last six months has been about getting the customer something new and exciting, either for themselves or as a gift, on a monthly basis,” Yakubson said.

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DECEMBER 2, 2021

In a new report from Emarsys, All I Want for Christmas , 1000 Australian consumers shared their concerns about shopping for gifts this year. According to the report, 30 per cent are worried their gifts will be delayed. Choosing the wrong gift.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2024

“Our members love to redeem their points at the time of year as gifts for themselves or for others,” said FlyBuys CEO Anna Lee. FlyBuys said that members do not need to use any of their points to avail of the “redemption” of their choice.

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JANUARY 31, 2023

The brand spotlights ethical and accessible consumption, sourcing products from responsible suppliers, local businesses, and offers design-led, on-trend gifts at a lower price point than competitors. An extensive range of children’s toys will also be on offer, as well as soaps, candles and stationery.

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AUGUST 7, 2024

It’s like unwrapping a gift of adventure.” From Omni-Tech waterproof fabrics to our new Omni-Max footwear systems designed with adaptive cushioning and traction, you’ll find cutting-edge features in many of the products that will enhance your outdoor experiences.

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MAY 21, 2021

Inspired by the British cafe of old but reimagined with the finest ingredients, and some trademark Anya humour, the Cafe offers a selection of specially created AH cakes and biscuits, designed to eat in or be taken away as gifts. The Village Hall. The post Anya Hindmarch launches new shopping village appeared first on Retail Focus.

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DECEMBER 15, 2024

Our latest research reveals 81 per cent of Aussie gift-givers feel stressed about finding the perfect gift, but 70 per cent say Designing Your Own Gifts (DYOG) makes the process easier and more enjoyable. For many shoppers, the unwrapping experience is just as important as the gift inside.

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DECEMBER 11, 2024

” Meg’s Flowers is owned by Flowerscorp Pty, which receives customer orders for floral and other gift products through its location-based websites and/or via its Brisbane-based call centre. The post Online florist Meg’s Flowers fined $1 million for misleading customers appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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JANUARY 3, 2024

In addition, it provides customers with an option to add charms, personalised engraving, an embossed leather pouch, and customised gift wrapping. This location also offers scented soaps, body care, candles, trinkets, and lip balms. The post Penhaligon’s opens flagship store in Sydney appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2024

But the experiential element of the product drives an equally successful offline presence, where consumers are more likely to make impulse buys, whether for themselves or as a gift. “I I don’t think we could ever be too heavily weighted one way or the other,” Barnes said about Ecoya’s mix of online and offline sales.

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JANUARY 18, 2023

The heart of the store will be defined by an attentive combination of human touch and technology, where a monumental Grand Beauty Hub will provide memorable experiences for customers as they explore makeup, skincare, haircare, fragrance, body and personalised gifting. .

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NOVEMBER 18, 2024

” The new store offers exclusive promotions, including gifts with purchases and complimentary beverages during the opening week. . “We’re excited to introduce Rag & Bone to a new audience and provide a place where our customers can explore the latest collections in person.”

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OCTOBER 31, 2022

While many customers have been preparing for the festive season by creating wishlists in our new and improved Big W app, utilising our online Gift Finder to research the best gifts and checking our website for delivery cut-offs, Big W has been busy recruiting new team members ready to help customers navigate the busy period. “We

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Inside Retail

MARCH 15, 2024

Online florist and gift retailer Bloomex has been fined $1 million for making false and misleading representations on its website. The retailer admitted it had published misleading star ratings for its products, advertised misleading discounts, and added surcharges that were inadequately disclosed.

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DECEMBER 4, 2022

“I want to personally apologise for the wrong artistic choice of concept for the gifting campaign with the kids,” said creative director Demna Gvasalia, known as Demna, in a message posted on Instagram. The storm over the campaign led reality television star Kim Kardashian to review her ties with the label.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 8, 2024

The event –which made its debut at the Queen Victoria Building (QVB) – aims to provide shoppers with a personalised gifting experience. Craft distillery Archie Rose has launched Tailored Spirits Live, a unique pop-up activation where consumers can customise their own gin or whisky.

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Inside Retail

JULY 29, 2024

Giving as the new gifting Social good is at the forefront of consumers’ minds. With the right approach, you can unlock the biggest e-commerce opportunity ever and make this holiday season a gift that keeps on giving. Brands need to adapt to this new reality to stay competitive.

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DECEMBER 6, 2022

The mechanised pair of nutcrackers stand proudly within the front windows, moving back and forth and side to side, as they offer up-wrapped gifts and a roll of ribbon to passersby. Gifts are piled high in the windows, topped with Coach’s sleek, signature accessories.

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SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

They care about value and choose treats and gifts that are homemade, natural, manufactured in Melbourne, and feature local ingredients. Nicolas Georges, Koko Black’s head of growth and innovation, told Inside Retail that more and more people are looking for alternatives to supermarket chocolate that is cheap and sweet.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2023

“The Blue Room is a space where shoppers can indulge in a moment of quiet luxury during the busy festive shopping season, conveniently enjoy a dram, or pick up a thoughtful last-minute gift for the Scotch lover in their life,” said Melissa Barry, marketing manager for Johnnie Walker Australia.

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MARCH 5, 2024

billion worth of unused gift cards The post Bazaa launches Australia’s premier online marketplace appeared first on Inside Retail Australia. The company said each item offers a story that crosses nations and eras, from French Provincial oak to handwoven wool kilims from Afghanistan’s deserts.

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DECEMBER 4, 2022

The report has also found that 90 per cent of shoppers will be buying gifts for their family, 35 per cent for friends and 30 per cent for their extended family.

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In saying that, Child is also deeply aware of how difficult the past year has been for many consumers, and said that she hopes that the brand’s AR experience can be part of “the best, most joyful gifting experience”. The post Why Oroton is bringing AR mirrors to Australian fashion appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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OCTOBER 20, 2023

To celebrate the opening, Uniqlo will provide a free gift bag to the first 200 customers who spend $100 or more. The store also features the latest Spring/ Summer range which offers the Uniqlo T-shirt brand “UT”, 12 fitting rooms, and six self-check-out machines delivering an enhanced shopping experience for customers.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

The space features a walk-in service bar designed to coach owners on how to resolve machine faults at home, a retail area where experts offer live demonstrations and recommendations coupled with other offerings such as gift wrappings and personalisation services.

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