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How boutique retailers won by discarding the department store playbook

Inside Retail

While household-name department stores are downsizing and closing their doors, multi-brand retail boutiques are succeeding by focusing on personalised shopping experiences. Of course, e-commerce has a crucial part to any brand, but in-store retail shopping gives you a sensory experience that online can’t. “Our

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Department Stores – what does the future hold?

Retail Focus

The huge increase in online shopping over the past decade or so has had a major impact on department stores, with many consumers turning to Amazon, eBay and other online shops for shopping, rather than a more traditional trip out to a physical store. Changing culture of shopping.

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Welcome to Wonderworld: David Jones showcases natural beauty on the runway

Inside Retail

Department store giant David Jones unveiled the latest Spring/Summer collections this week in its Elizabeth Street flagship in Sydney. With the new season ahead comes many trends including party dressing, feminine prints, bold colour ways, form-fitting silhouettes and tailored suiting.

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David Jones adds 50 labels in its Autumn-Winter collection

Inside Retail

David Jones has launched its Autumn-Winter 2024 season including 50 new and exclusive womenswear, menswear, footwear, and accessories brands to its portfolio. “Tailored separates were in almost every collection, alongside tonal dressing with the occasional pops of red and floral dresses,” Veals added.

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Country Road brands to return to Myer after David Jones separation

Inside Retail

Woolworth Holdings’ sale of the David Jones department-store business has cleared the way for the brands of its Country Road Group division to return to the shelves of Myer. Woolworth Holdings bought a controlling interest in Country Road in 1998 and acquired Witchery Group in 2007 to create Country Road Group.

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Bvlgari unveils serpenti pop-up at Harrods

Retail Focus

Finding its home in the iconic department store’s prominent Exhibition Road space, the pop-up will serve as an experiential destination to discover the metamorphosis of Bvlgari’s Serpenti Collection, a unique fine jewellery, watches and accessories offering, alongside an exclusive programme of activities throughout the month.

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Generative AI is supercharging retail, what does this mean for consumers?

Inside Retail

Despite the hurdles, Generative AI’s power within retail is undeniable Picture having a virtual shopping advisor from a department store who not only helps you find the perfect outfit but also offers styling tips, recommends complementary accessories and ensures the entire ensemble is in stock and ready for purchase.

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