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Freedom Furniture being prepared for sale – report

Inside Retail

Furniture and homewares retailer Freedom is reportedly being prepared for sale, for the third time since 2019. The company’s CEO Blaine Callard will lead the preparation for the sale process, which is expected to start later this year or early next year, the Australian Financial Review reported, citing sources with knowledge of the matter. The business is expected to be pitched as turning over $400 million and $10 million EBITDA.

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White Stuff to open first airport store in London Gatwick

Retail Focus

White Stuff, the British fashion and lifestyle retailer, will be opening in London Gatwick’s North Terminal in late November. The opening will be the brand’s first airport store and follows a series of store openings and new concessions to bring the brand to more customers across the UK. The 1044sq.ft store has been specifically designed with travel in mind and features White Stuff’s new mobile payment system, so instead of a standard till customers can pay from anywhere in the shop.

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Opinion: Should youth rates be scrapped? Why we need to rethink what is fair

Inside Retail

Should young people be paid less than their older counterparts, even if they’re working the same job? Whether you think it’s fair or not, it’s been standard practice in many industries for a long time. The argument is that young people are not fully “work-ready” and require more intensive employer support to develop the right skills for their job. But change could be on the horizon.

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kooo architects salvages wood from demolished rural buildings for camping store in china

Design Boom

wooden beams and boards are arranged to evoke the feeling of walking through a canopy of trees, creating a camping atmosphere. The post kooo architects salvages wood from demolished rural buildings for camping store in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

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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YouTube sensations, The Sidemen, select Hammerson’s Bullring for second-ever SDMN Clothing store

Retail Focus

Hammerson is pleased to announce that YouTube sensation, The Sidemen, have selected Bullring & Grand Central for their first ever SDMN Clothing store in the Midlands and second-ever physical store. The new store underpins a wider strategy by Hammerson to diversify its occupier mix by introducing young and exciting concepts which complement the strength of the international brands on offer.

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Turning Points: Digital design studio Sennep

Design Week

Sennep is a London-based digital design studio whose clients include Sky, Google Hong Kong, McKinsey and Unicef. It was founded in 2003 by Matt Rice and Hege Aaby, who tell us how side projects, an unexpected client win, and Elton John shaped their studio. 1.

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ATELIER WRITE repurposes steel racks into clothing stands for new balance’s retail dispay

Design Boom

tilted fixtures highlight the collection’s inclusive and gender-neutral clothing pieces. The post ATELIER WRITE repurposes steel racks into clothing stands for new balance’s retail dispay appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Immersive Retailing. The Luxury Brand Gateway to Success

Retail Focus

By Ghalia BOUSTANI. Retail Consultant | Published author | Visiting lecturer. Immersive luxury retailing, which utilises cutting-edge technology and innovative design to create engaging, multisensory environments for customers, is a transformative approach to high-end shopping experiences. This retail strategy aims to elevate the traditional luxury retail experience by offering more than just products.

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La Umbela by Andrew Higareda

Retail Design Blog

The project focused on creating a non-alcoholic tequila brand, offering a sophisticated and authentic experience for conscious consumers, without compromising.

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Co-op unveils new wines including first Greek wine

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Shoppers popping to Co-op this autumn will find a plethora of new and exciting wines in stores, including its first ever Greek wine. The leading convenience retailer’s new offer – available in stores from this week – includes the extension of Co-op’s own-brand “Irresistible” range with its first Greek wine and a new premium Chilean […] If you want

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A Blueprint for B2B Commerce

In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.

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Richemont sells YNAP to MyTheresa parent, takes stake in new venture

Inside Retail

Richemont has agreed to sell its Yoox Net-a-Porter (YNAP) business to MYT Netherlands Parent BV, parent of luxury e-commerce platform MyTheresa , in exchange for a stake in the new entity. As part of the deal, Richemont will sell YNAP with a cash position of €555 million (US$609 million) and no financial debt. In return, MyTheresa will issue shares to Richemont, representing 33 per cent of its fully diluted share capital.

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Welcome (back) to the new Design Week

Design Week

Launching any media platform is hard. There are so many decisions to make, scenarios to model, and trade-offs to make peace with. A relaunch brings its own specific challenges. What to keep? What to change? What to get rid of? I see us as raucous cheerleaders for design and designers. We want to celebrate the […] Source What to read next: Design Week’s most popular long reads of 2023 | From the archives: Driving back to the future | What will retail and experience design look like in

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Q&A: Daniel Astarita Managing Director at Kesslers London & Proportion London

Retail Focus

Retail Focus spoke to Daniel Astarita, Managing Director at Kesslers London & Proportion London, about the companies’ push toward sustainability, led by their innovative EcoForm mannequin. EcoForm, a fully recyclable and biodegradable alternative to fibreglass, reduces carbon emissions by 96% and competes on price without sacrificing quality. Astarita explained that sustainability has become just as important as price in retail, with brands increasingly prioritizing eco-friendly solutions.

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Gutteridge Corso Vittorio Emanuele Milano Flagship Store

Retail Design Blog

The immeasurable heritage of the Gutteridge brand intends to remain an absolute priority in the design approach and vision for.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

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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PayPal vs. credit cards: why retailers are prioritizing digital wallets

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In today’s fast-paced retail environment, consumers expect seamless, secure, and flexible payment options both online and in-store. Digital wallets, with PayPal being one of the most prominent, have transformed the payment landscape for retailers.

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How much will the loss of consumer trust cost Coles and Woolworths?

Inside Retail

Just one year ago, supermarket rivals Coles and Woolworths were fighting it out for the top spot as Australia’s most trusted brand. Fast forward to today, Woolworths is the fourth and Coles is the fifth most distrusted brand in the country. According to Roy Morgan’s latest quarterly rankings, Woolworths was the biggest loser, sliding 194 places to be the fifth most distrusted brand in the June quarter – almost mirroring the slide taken by rival Coles in the previous March quarter.

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Is five days a week in the studio the future?

Design Week

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy began his memo praising his colleagues’ “hard work and ingenuity.” But he wanted to make a couple of changes. One was to reorganise the company’s management structure. The other was to announce that from January 2, all employees were expected to return to the office five days a week.

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Coworking Offices – The Workshop YCK

Retail Design Blog

The Workshop is dedicated to creating versatile co-working spaces that invite professionals into a dynamic environment that offers private workpods.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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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Jack Daniel’s launches limited edition Cowboy Boots

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Jack Daniel’s is stepping into the world of streetwear, by launching a groundbreaking collaboration with British fashion icon Parisa, aka BadKidHQ. The world-famous whiskey brand is putting its most stylish foot forward by introducing a limited-edition run of Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey inspired cowboy boots, with a British countryside twist.

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Cosette cleared after Fair Trading probe into fake designer goods

Inside Retail

Cosette has been cleared from allegations it was selling fake luxury goods following a year-long investigation by NSW Fair Trading. The luxury bags and accessories retailer said the allegations stemmed from third-party authenticators who provided customers with misleading services. Cosette said it successfully defended the cases at the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT), which claimed the authenticators have “no evidence of specific qualifications, skills, or knowledge” The

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MillerKnoll Unveils New Global Hubs in New York and London

Design Middleeast

MillerKnoll a global leader in design, is opening two new flagship locations in London and New York this month. Including contract showrooms and stores from across the company’s collective of brands, these spaces build upon the MillerKnoll strategy of creating world-class design destinations globally. This approach provides our employees with inspiring workplaces and offers customers and the design community a convenient way to experience the latest in design for office, home and beyond. &

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Evolve Estates signs two new tenants at Penicuik Centre

Retail Focus

Evolve Estates , part of commercial property and investment collective M Core, has signed two new tenants at the Penicuik Centre in Scotland. Popular sushi restaurant, Yokohama Sushi, has agreed a 10-year lease on a 824 sq ft unit at the scheme, joining other food and beverage tenants such as Greggs and Domino’s. Maj Gifts Ornaments will also be opening a location at the scheme later this year in a 1,940 sq ft unit on a one-year lease.

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

Speaker: Ashlee Aldridge - Reach Partners LLC | Bill Mirabito - Chameleon Collective | Ronak Shah - PSA Retail & CPG, Amazon Web Services | Wayne Teigen - Pivotree

What trends can online merchants expect after more than two years of exponential growth? Companies must expand on the trends that exploded during the pandemic if they want to see continued growth in their businesses while facing a recessionary economy. From social commerce to BOPIS, the name of the game is to meet and sell to customers wherever they are, through multiple channels.

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Mattamy Homes Sales Office by Figure3

Retail Design Blog

Mattamy Homes Sales and Decor Centre in Toronto merges office and sales spaces with Scandinavian and Japanese-inspired design by Figure3,

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Heritage Scottish home hardware firm up for national accolade

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! An independent family-run group of home, hardware and gardening stores could be named as the UK’s Favourite Local Business after being nominated in the national competition sponsored by Miconex. Wright’s Home Hardware was established as an ironmongers in 1947 in Prestwick and has 12 high street stores across Scotland, including Troon, Bridge of Weir, For

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What Cosmetique’s IPO says about the booming beauty services industry

Inside Retail

Cosmetique, an Australian national cosmetic and injectables chain, has announced plans for a $17.5 million ASX listing of parent company Stormeur. The beauty service chain is looking to cash in on a long-held economic theory in retail, dubbed the ‘lipstick effect’, that in times of economic hardship, consumer spending on beauty and feel-good services remains strong.

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Drytac promotes Kieran Blacknall to the role of Operations Manager

Drytac

An experienced print industry professional, Kieran Blacknall takes on the new role just 12 months after joining Drytac as Academy Manager. Drytac , the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce Kieran Blacknall has been promoted to the position of Operations Manager.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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Educate Yourself, Ask Hva er Refinansiering av Lån?

Retail Focus

There are many forms of education that you will experience throughout your lifetime. Some education types are more formal, such as school and college. In contrast, others will be more informal and lifelong, such as learning within your job or life skills. Some people will actively seek knowledge and new skills in an educational setting throughout their adult lives.

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Spatial Labs flagship store

Retail Design Blog

Young entrepreneur Iddris Sandu has taken his Spatial Labs brand to the next level. The Accra-born multitasker has been interested.

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OHMY’s dynamic new UK website for RCA records

Design Week

OHMY has created a new UK website for one of the world’s most influential record labels. Although it dates back to 1929, RCA Records is a relentlessly forward-looking label.

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Kim Kardashian’s Skims men’s range launches Down Under

Inside Retail

Skims – the shapewear and loungewear brand launched by Kim Kardashian, Emma Grede and Jens Grede – has signed up David Jones as the exclusive Australian stockist of the label’s new Men’s range. “We are incredibly excited to be the first to bring Skims Men’s to customers across Australia,” said Chris Wilson, executive GM of menswear, kids, home, and food at David Jones. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our commitment to offering the most innovative and

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Optimizing Frontend Delivery in Composable Commerce: The Buy vs Build Decision