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Day two at NRF: Pattern Beauty, Tommy Hilfiger and the power of storytelling

Inside Retail

If you don’t have your narrative set, someone else will tell your story, said Katie Welch, the chief marketing officer of Rare Beauty. Ross wanted to find a haircare brand that carried products suited to a wide variety of hair textures that were also marketed and presented in a quality manner.

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How G-Star is recalibrating its local strategy for a post-Covid retail landscape

Inside Retail

After a four-year hiatus, G-Star Raw is poised to re-establish its presence in Australia and New Zealand, emerging from a turbulent chapter in the market. The Australian arm of the Dutch-founded denim giant, established in 1989, collapsed into voluntary administration in early 2020 as the advent of covid engulfed the market.

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Laura Ashley expands into jewellery market

Inside Retail

“It’s truly inspiring to see how the jewellery designers have drawn from the iconic patterns that originated at a kitchen table in Pimlico over 70 years ago, and transformed them into a collection that seamlessly blends modern sophistication with timeless elegance,” said Poppy Marshall-Lawton, VP at Laura Ashley.

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Navigating change: Insights into China’s luxury market trends for 2025

Inside Retail

As China’s luxury market continues to evolve amidst economic shifts and changing consumer behaviours, understanding the complex dynamics of this vital sector has become increasingly crucial for global luxury brands. Looking ahead According to the report, understanding generational differences is crucial in the luxury market landscape.

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Ramadan shopping trends unpacked: What retailers need to know

Inside Retail

Ramadan continues to be a crucial shopping period across Southeast Asia, with evolving consumer behaviours and market dynamics shaping the retail landscape. Growing demand has led some retailers to operate 24 hours a day to accommodate changing consumption patterns. This year, Ramadan began on February 28 and ends on March 30.

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Kivari, born in a market, opens two more stores

Inside Retail

The brand has its roots in a local market in Burleigh. The brand is known for its patterns and contemporary details and it expanded its product lines last year that include swimwear, jewellery and knitwear. Australian fashion label Kivari has opened two new retail stores – at Bondi Junction and Burleigh Heads.

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MAPIC 2024: Highlights of the 2024 Edition

Retail Focus

Numerous conferences and sessions held over the first two days provided a comprehensive overview of market trends, featuring many exclusive international speakers. Retail investment has been especially driven by the strong performance of the Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish markets, alongside robust results in the UK.

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