Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

Inside Retail spoke to Rosanna Iacono, CEO and advisor at The Growth Activists, to unpack the potential strategies driving fast-fashion brands to enter the premium garment space. Fast fashion brands have been curating elevated collections as part of their merchandise strategy for many years now but with varying levels of success.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 17, 2023

Australian consumers are increasingly turning to marketplaces to search, discover and purchase new products, offering major opportunities for local brands. New research from Pattern’s Marketplace Consumer Trends Report – 2023 highlights that 92 per cent of consumers plan to shop on a marketplace this year.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 13, 2023

Our Barehands, a purpose-driven enterprise, recently set up shop in Funan Mall in Singapore, showcasing a range of apparel and accessories made by underserved communities, including Afghan refugees. She has noticed that most consumers tend to want to try on a piece before making a purchase.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 20, 2021

Lockdowns with little advance notice, panic buying, supply chain disruptions, hastily made changes to health and safety regulations, and extreme swings in consumer needs and expectations. How did they fare and how have consumers changed due to their pandemic experience? Consumers unevenly impacted. Adaptability tested.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Netflix, one of the most popular consumer video apps, said late Friday it is not making a new app for the Vision Pro, though consumers can watch movies and series on the device’s web browser. But to analysts like Ben Bajarin of Creative Strategies, the Vision Pro seemed like it fulfilled that long-ago promise.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Australian consumers are becoming more conscious of the social, environmental, and economic implications of their purchasing choices. A recent report by Baptist World Aid, based on responses from over 2000 Australians surveyed by research firm McCrindle in September, revealed an increased awareness of the impact of consumer choices.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 9, 2023

As consumers manage cost of living pressures, it’s led to a pullback in spending across the retail landscape, particularly in non-discretionary categories. CommBank’s latest Consumer Insights Report shows that around one in four Australians have not enough, or just enough, to meet household expenses.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

For Inditex, which reports results on Wednesday, and H&M, which reports quarterly sales on Friday, the China-founded e-tailer has emerged as a major threat in the market for cheap clothing and accessories. Shipping can still take up to two weeks, depending on the product and a shopper’s location.

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Inside Retail

MAY 30, 2024

“Reebok sort of stagnated in the late ’90s,” Joe Foster, Reebok’s founder, previously told Inside Retail , but clever collaborations and an irreverent business strategy are priming Reebok for its best performance yet. Tapping into sub-cultures is how Reebok plans to avoid returning to its “stagnated” 90’s state.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

During the pandemic, direct-to-consumer e-commerce brands took centre stage, including popular Australian activewear brand LSKD. Yet consumer demand is not wavering and fashion trend cycles are shorter than ever due to social media, fast fashion, and technology. And Nike and Adidas entered the metaverse at full speed.

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Inside Retail

MAY 23, 2024

Inside Retail spoke with Travis Liddle, Pandora Australia and New Zealand’s general manager to discuss how aligning with global fashion events will help the brand shift consumers’ perception of Pandora as a full jewellery brand, not just a maker of bracelets and charms. IR : In your words, can you describe Pandora’s ‘Phoenix’ growth strategy?

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Global Fashion Group’s third-quarter revenue declined as consumer spending dropped amid cost of living pressures. “Despite prolonged headwinds across our markets and the sector impacting our Q3 results, we remain resolute in executing our strategy. . million as net merchandise value slid 19.4 per cent to $476.3

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Supercheap Auto climbed 4 per cent, attributed to higher sales in lubricants, batteries and car detailing, while Macpac also rose 4 per cent, thanks to new store openings and strong growth in packs, gear and accessories in New Zealand. Meanwhile, Rebel’s sales fell minimally by 1 per cent, reflecting weaker consumer spending.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 8, 2023

According to the e-commerce company’s latest Trender report, emerging innovations like ‘shoppertainment’ and virtual retailing are enabling brands to further diversify their omni channel offerings and cater to modern consumers who expect more from online retail platforms. Another driver is demographics. What’s next?

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Inside Retail

APRIL 29, 2024

This ambitious undertaking marks a significant milestone in the evolution of both companies, propelling them into a new era of international growth and consumer engagement. This partnership will mark the first time The North Face brand is entering the North African market,” he pointed out.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 31, 2022

We’re an] omnichannel retailer of world-class brands, and we’ve seen really strong momentum in women’s and men’s fashion, footwear and accessories, home and kids, and beauty. The post David Jones’ turnaround strategy buds as conditions normalise appeared first on Inside Retail. Looking forward. We’ve got lots in flight.”.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 20, 2021

US fashion brand Ralph Lauren is expanding its bricks-and-mortar presence in Australia as part of its Next Great Chapter strategy to deliver sustainable long-term growth and value creation. Because of this, Walker believes the company has failed to adapt its offering to the next generation of consumers. Leading with digital.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

It features a Her Zone and a Fit Studio, designed in collaboration with Nike, which offer a private space for female shoppers to choose bras, tights, and accessories, with customisable lighting in the change rooms. Following the brand’s RCX (Rebel Customer Experience) model, the flagship alters the usual retail experience.

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Inside Retail

JULY 13, 2022

Australian omnichannel direct-to-consumer retailer Institchu has been offering made-to-measure suits since it launched 10 years ago, but now it’s on a growth trajectory, with the launch of its software-as-a-service product, Taper, and entry into new product categories. IR: Can you tell me what that strategy looks like?

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 9, 2022

The ‘flagship’ strategy is an all-new proposition for Sports Direct, bringing the best of sports to the consumer with an unrivalled product choice and world-class experiences through Sports Direct’s new design and brand vision. The impressive lifestyle store will also house GAME, selling the latest games, consoles, and accessories.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 14, 2024

Adapting to diverse consumer preferences has been an ongoing challenge, and overcoming this hurdle has required continuous innovation,” she added. Evolving strategies Lee said the remarkable business growth at Skechers can be attributed to a multi-faceted approach. “However, the journey hasn’t been without its challenges.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2021

After 10 years of building its brand through retailers like David Jones and The Iconic, Australian women’s fashion label Nude Lucy is going direct-to-consumer with the launch of its own bricks-and-mortar stores and further investment in its online business. Stylerunner – like Nude Lucy – worked with Noise Noise Noise on its store design.

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Inside Retail

MAY 1, 2024

The concept will serve as a model for the company’s future store renovations and expansions and features a distinct storefront and in-store environment, expanded footwear and accessory selections, an emphasis on sustainability, dynamic digital fixtures and other technological advances. billion, down from US$8.75

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Inside Retail

APRIL 24, 2024

Legacy denim brand, Levi Strauss & Co has rolled out a direct-to-consumer first strategy across its East Pacific Asia market. Inside Retail sat down with Nuholt Huisamen, managing director of Levi Strauss & Co for East Asia Pacific, to unpack what the future of the DTC-first strategy means for the Asia market.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 10, 2021

Richard Facioni, executive chairman of Surfstitch parent Alquemie Group, described the partnership as part of a broader plan to grow SurfStitch’s consumer value proposition via the marketplace. Sacha Laing, CEO, General Pants Co, expects SurfStitch to play a key role in the accelerated growth strategy of the business.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 4, 2023

“Jazwares Australia will have a major impact on the toy industry in the long-term, with the team’s laser focus on Jazwares’ brands and business, adding value to all retail partners and consumers,” Zebersky added. Big Balloon co-founder Chris Loverso will serve as MD of Jazwares Australia, and his team will also join the Jazwares family. “As

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Inside Retail

APRIL 12, 2024

Data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows that outlet shopping has seen steady growth over the past few years, as an increasing number of consumers seek value-driven shopping experiences, driven by economic factors such as the rising cost of living. As a touch point, we measure brands and energy.

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Inside Retail

MAY 20, 2024

After a significant rebound last year driven by China’s revenge spending, this year the luxury sector has entered a season of mixed results with stalling demand in Asia and changing consumer spending preferences. Is it purely a marketing strategy? Experiential marketing has become a key trend.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 4, 2024

The Carnaby Street store stocked a range of fashion, homeware, accessories, and beauty brands, including the likes of Chelsea Peers, Dickies, FRAME, Kitri, Lily & Lionel, Missoma, Never Fully Dressed, Pink City Prints, Radley London, Sister Jane, WAT The Brand, Varley and Scamp & Dude.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

Speaking with Inside Retail , Dockers CEO Natalie MacLennan explained that the brand, which is part of Levi Strauss & Co , underwent a restructure in 2020, which has given the business the focus – and resources – it needs to reinvent itself for a modern consumer. We really wanted to make sure that Dockers had focus.”

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Inside Retail

APRIL 23, 2024

What we call our premiumisation strategy is something that I’ve seen over the last two to three years that has paid significant dividends for us,” Huisamen told Inside Retail. “We’ve The dance between honouring the past and looking to the future is one that Huisamen and Levi’s team is extremely conscious of. “We

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Inside Retail

MAY 28, 2024

The brand also aims to strengthen its position in core geographic markets (Europe, China and the US), while increasing its loyalty to consumers, enhancing its customer experience, loyalty programs, dedicated BIP strategy and omnichannel tools. “We Final thoughts Grenade is leaning towards a flagship strategy in key cities.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 26, 2024

In the realm of commerce, a gap exists in the market – along with a major opportunity – particularly FOR large-scale item returns, within the domain of consumer-to-business (C2B) reverse logistics. Returns aren’t great for consumers or vendors. But even reducing returns is not going to eliminate them.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 1, 2022

“Shein’s business model relies on the lack of enforcement of regulations designed to protect the environment, and the health and safety of workers and consumers, as the company routinely violates laws,” said the organisation. The non-profit purchased 47 products for chemical testing to be sent to an independent laboratory.

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Inside Retail

MAY 30, 2024

Having launched as a strictly direct-to-consumer brand, Halara is switching things up and will be hosting its first-ever pop-up shop at 470 Broadway in New York City. Hirata sat down with Inside Retail to discuss the brand’s growth strategy and its upcoming plans for building a physical in-store presence.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

When consumers search for holiday content online and in stores, they are still more likely than not to encounter Christmas-themed movies, home decor and gifting items. A separate report from Statista confirmed that in 2022, US consumers spent an average of $920 on Christmas gifts alone. billion and $966.6 billion and $966.6

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RetailMinded

OCTOBER 20, 2023

As an eCommerce agency , one strategy that we always recommend to our clients is upselling. By listening to their preferences and objections, you can refine your offerings and marketing strategies. For example, if a customer frequently buys running shoes, suggest premium athletic socks or accessories. Let’s discuss more.

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