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“At the starting line”: Building relationships and loyalty over Ramadan

Inside Retail

While certain retailers are identifying the commercial opportunities associated with the month of Ramadan, an expert suggests that Australian retailers are still “at the starting line” when it comes to authentic engagement with the Muslim community. Everyone is at the starting line,” she said.

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Best & Less reports ‘inconsistent’ trading, revises profit expectations

Inside Retail

Sales improved in the lead-up to Mother’s Day and have been consistent since, while BLG’s non-discretionary product lines are continuing to perform well. BLG executive chair Jason Murray said consumer confidence has been at “historic lows” yet the business is “optimistic” for sales growth. “We

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INDIGO – New Store concept @ The Well partnering with Dalziel & Pow.

Retail Focus

Photography by BDP | Nick Caville The interior is lined with full height library shelving, covering all categories with an expansive range of 40,000 books. If the perimeter is dominated by a consistent presentation of the book range, the centre-floor is a flowing journey through various stand-out features.

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FREITAG opens new store in Seoul with nothing to hide

Retail Focus

The store crew can track the flow of goods and ensure that the re-stocking process runs perfectly smoothly. Currently, there are 866 unique bags and 865 accessories awaiting their proud future owners. Admittedly, this isn’t quite in line with the customer-centricity dogma currently prevailing in retail.

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Pharrell Williams takes Louis Vuitton to Hong Kong harbour runway

Inside Retail

The event drew crowds to the Victoria Dockside, a waterfront promenade lining a sprawling complex of shopping malls, exhibit halls and hotels built by Adrian Cheng, the scion of one of Hong Kong’s top property developers. Reporting by Joyce Zhou and Farah Master; Writing by Mimosa Spencer; Editing by Mark Porter, of Reuters.

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What it takes for emerging designers to break into Australia’s fashion industry

Inside Retail

But even after securing the cash flow to fund a collection, there are still production risks according to House of Campbell’s designer Abby Potter. “In House of Campbell is aiming to fulfil a different niche with its commercial line of couture-inspired ensembles that seamlessly integrate artistic expression into everyday wear.

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How rugby, data and French ban on swim shorts has boosted Budgy Smuggler

Inside Retail

Rather, the Australian swimwear company – which also has an accessory and apparel line – has big plans at home and abroad. Our turnaround is pretty rapid [which] in terms of stocking, efficiency and cash flow helps the business.