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Analysis: Why Harvey Nichols’ new NFT retail space is “a wildly clever idea”

Inside Retail

Luxury department store Harvey Nichols recently announced the opening of the first blue-chip non-fungible token (NFT) retail space at its Pacific Place Hong Kong store. As our physical and digital worlds collide, the luxury retailer aims to make NFTs more accessible to a broader audience.

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Developing retail experiences through immersive retail design

Retail Focus

Retail environments are becoming increasingly engaged as retailers recognize the importance of creating a one-of-a-kind, memorable customer experience. A well-designed retail environment should be visually appealing, functional, and consistent with a business’s brand identity and overall goals.

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Ikea buys former Topshop Oxford Street store

Retail Focus

The 214 Oxford Street property will now have Ikea’s smaller format store with a selection of its accessories, furniture and a planning studio across roughly a third of the building’s 22,200 square metres over seven floors. The new Oxford Street store will be a smaller format than its usual warehouse sites (Andrew Matthews/PA).

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Frasers open first store in Republic of Ireland

Retail Focus

ft retail destination in Ireland. Designed as an aspirational place to explore and shop, Frasers Newbridge boasts a range of beauty, fashion, lifestyle, premium and contemporary accessories and childrenswear. Frasers Newbridge opens as a modern and engaging retail space, which we’re excited to open in Ireland.”

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Elevating the Festive Season: The Significance of Luxury Pop-Up Stores During Christmas

Retail Focus

Senior retail consultant at Univers Retail | Published author | Visiting lecturer. The holiday season’s magical air of celebration and joy influences how people shop and engage with brands. Furthermore, I assess their impact on the visibility of a brand, customer engagement, and overall success.

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The Evolution of Retail Formats: Adapting to Environmental and Social Forces

Retail Focus

Retailers respond to this desire by creating spaces that invite guests to linger, spend, and emotionally connect with their brand. They offer one-on-one experiences and employ guerrilla retailing and marketing to engage with their customers on a personal level.

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Frasers Group unveils plans for the next cohort of store openings In Ireland

Retail Focus

David Epstein who is the Managing Director of Frasers and oversees the luxury and premium business said “Our ambitious plans mark a pivotal moment for the business, as we continue to expand and invest, we’re excited to enhance our presence throughout Europe and bring modern and engaging retail spaces to multiple locations in Ireland.

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