Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Nick Scali is at risk of not meeting its first-half net profit guidance for Australia and New Zealand due to delays in the delivery of its products. One of the furniture retailer’s freight forwarders and custom agents is now under the administration of a liquidator, resulting in the company’s containers remaining stuck at the port. Nick Scali has made an application to the Federal Court of Australia to facilitate the release of the company’s containers through giving certain un

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Design Boom

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

inspired by portuguese limestone, ariostea’s elementae surfaces offer a versatile cladding solution with various sizes, finishes, and slip-resistant options. The post ariostea captures stone in full-body elementae porcelain stoneware surfaces appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Peel Retail & Leisure has announced the opening of Pret A Manger at Gloucester Quays, bringing the popular British sandwich and organic coffee chain to the city for the first time. This announcement follows a series of food and beverage openings at Gloucester Quays – including a new Subway also now open on High Orchard Street – adding to the destination’s growing food options for its diverse catchment of all-day shoppers and locals and strengthening its reputation as a top 10 UK outlet.

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Design Week

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

As it approaches its 90th anniversary, Jaguar is looking to re-launch its brand to bolster its future plans. “It wasn’t always distinctive enough in the last decade”, said Adrian Mardell, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover at a press briefing at the company’s 12,000-person site in Gaydon, Oxfordshire.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Bunnings breached privacy laws by using facial recognition technology (FRT), the Privacy Commissioner determined. From November 2018 to November 2021, Bunnings implemented a trial FRT at 63 stores in Victoria and NSW, capturing the faces of every visitor. Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind said that while her office acknowledges the potential for the technology, its benefits must be weighed against its impact on privacy rights. “In this instance, deploying facial recognition technology was th

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Design Wanted

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

High-end residential interior design is increasingly important in a rapidly evolving city like Milan. Known to be a discreet, demure […] The post How high-end tailored design products are participating in the Milanese Renaissance appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Augmented reality glasses could be starting to enter the mainstream, with major tech brands promoting their products. However, they are a long way off from becoming essential. Currently, AR glasses seem like a novelty, and many people may not recognise their potential applications.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Rag & Bone will celebrate the grand opening of its flagship store in Double Bay, Sydney on November 29. Located at 31-33 Knox Street, the new store features a curated selection of menswear and womenswear collections, including tailored jackets, modern denim, outerwear, accessories, and footwear. “This new store is designed to offer an immersive experience that captures the essence of Rag & Bone, blending timeless design with an unmistakable edge,” said Paul Smith, MD of Signa

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Design Wanted

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Quality, innovation, and collaboration—these values form the perfect trifecta at the heart of Italian design brand Désirée. Since 1968, the […] The post Désirée’s Melvil Sofa is a contemporary twist on Bauhaus design appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Diriyah Company , Saudi Arabia’s mixed-use developer driving the transformation of historic Diriyah into a premier global destination, is set to participate in MAPIC 2024, 26-28 November in Cannes, France. At this leading global retail property event, Diriyah Company will present the latest developments of its flagship project, with a focus on Diriyah Square—the dynamic centrepiece of the 14-square-kilometer masterplan.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New research by American Express Shop Small reveals the nation’s top 10 hotspots for independent shops, showcasing the small businesses and the valuable role they plan in their local communities. American Express partnered with retail experts GlobalData to identify the top high streets for independent shops through ranking factors such as the number of i

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Dusk posted higher sales in both online and physical stores in the first 20 weeks of the fiscal year. The home fragrance retailer’s sales rose 12.7 per cent year over year, with like-for-like sales growing 11.5 per cent. Online sales surged 41.2 per cent, while brick-and-mortar store sales jumped 10.7 per cent. “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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Theatro

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

DALLAS, November 19, 2024 – Theatro, a pioneer in voice-controlled mobile communication technology, is proud to announce the launch of Theatro GEN iusAI , an innovative suite of voice offerings that integrate Generative AI with Theatro’s Intelligent Virtual Assistance (TIVA) and Theatro’s portfolio of Digital Workflows. Theatro GEN iusAI equips frontline workers with on-demand, context-specific knowledge, enhancing their ability to deliver seamless customer interactions and enabling them t

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The Chairman of The Beaverbrooks Group has been awarded the Best Companies ‘Lifetime Recognition Award 2024’ for his outstanding commitment to the workplace over his career. Mark Adlestone OBE is just the second person in Best Companies’ history to receive this prestigious recognition. Beaverbrooks has also celebrated 21 years in the Best Companies rankings, this year being hailed as the UK’s 3 rd Best Retail Company to Work For and 14 th Best Company to Work For in the UK.

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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.

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Retail Design Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

When quickly-growing Altruist, a digital brokerage platform for RIAs, decided to open an office in Dallas, ENTOS Design engaged Tangram.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

The Australian Fashion Council (AFC) has stepped in to lead the Australian Fashion Week (AFW) 2025 as IMG announced its exit from Australia after nearly 20 years of managing the event. “What is important is that next year’s event goes ahead,” Marianne Perkovic, AFC chair, told the Australian Financial Review. “We can’t stage fashion week as it was by next May, we don’t have time for that.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Red Sea shipping crisis has hit headlines again recently, following a series of Houthi attacks on the 163,759-deadweight tonnage M/V Sounion tanker. Occurring late in the summer, the attack and subsequent disruption of shipping operations in the Red Sea has the potential to have more of an economic impact across the globe at a […] If you want m

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Design Week

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

The Rest is Entertainment podcast doesn’t often discuss UX. But recently, host Richard Osman introduced a conversation about the media company Reach, with a short description. “People will know Reach without knowing they know them,” he told co-host Marina Hyde.

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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

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Retail Design Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Until recently, the offices of the German chemical giant Bayer in Bogotá were located in an industrial zone, far from.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

It’s not easy to be a mid-market retailer in Australia right now. There is increased competition from e-commerce players, the local market and major international brands. There is also subdued consumer sentiment and the rising cost of doing business. Growth opportunities are hard to come by. Even so, retailers offering a strong value proposition and attractive shopping experience are gaining steadfast shoppers.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A Retail Times’ sponsored post By Dan Edelman, general manager, UK Merchant Services at American Express Small, independent retailers play a huge role across the UK, bringing vibrancy and acting as the heartbeat of local communities.

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Dezeen

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Marble covered with plaster and metal treated with acid are among the repurposed materials used by Japanese architect Shogo Onodera to minimise waste while fitting out the flagship store of fashion brand IZA Tokyo. The boutique takes over an existing retail space in the city's Shibuya district, where the previous tenant had left the interior largely intact with much of the display furniture and internal surfaces still in functional condition.

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Design Week

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

EDIT is a Manchester based branding studio that works with art, culture and knowledge based organisations. Its clients include the National Portrait Gallery, London Zoo and the Lowry arts centre.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The ACCC’s lawsuit against Coles and Woolworths for allegedly misleading consumers about the price of essential products has now been spun into a class action lawsuit by the Gerard Malouf and Partners law firm. For Jim Ritchie, founder and strategy partner at branding agency US+US, the price drop class action and ACCC legal action against the Australian supermarket points to something much larger.

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Retail Design Blog

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Grin Sunray Kindergarten, dreaming Space in a Tree Hole. Design starts with a tree. We hope to create a tree.

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Creative Displays Now

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Health and beauty displays act as your company’s in-store ambassadors, showing shoppers what your brand stands for and the benefits of using your products. Your retail display should use techniques like cross-merchandising and interactive elements to engage with customers and draw them into the aisle. You can implement these best practices to ensure your retail displays get the spotlight they deserve: Integrate Strategic Product Placement Product placement is the art of placing products to

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

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Design Week

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

I know what you’re thinking. Why, oh why, have we had to wait so long for Design Week’s take on the US election? Amid the cavalcade of commentators, we’ve heard enough from the experts, the pollsters, the politicians. It’s about damn time a feckless British design journalist weighed in.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Hairdressing franchise Just Cut has introduced a brand revamp as part of its efforts to improve customer experience. The new design, built in collaboration with creative firm The General Store, incorporates a “Salon of the Future” idea that will be implemented throughout Just Cuts locations across the country. The updated Just Cuts logo has a sleek black design and brand guidelines that are consistent with the salon’s new look.

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Retail Design Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

There’s no denying, Seoul has the most exciting retail scene of the planet, and it has been like that for.

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Creative Displays Now

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Fresh produce is vibrant and nutritious, and creative retail displays can showcase its delicious potential. As shoppers browse the produce section, they usually have numerous options to choose from — and making sure your fruits and vegetables stand out can encourage them to choose your products over everything else. The right product display provides convenience for shoppers and gets their mouths watering.

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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