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“Running is on trend right now”: New Balance expands hybrid retail model

Inside Retail

Melbourne’s fashion capital Chadstone has been tapped as the second Australian location for New Balance’s UCC format store. The New Balance UCC (uncommonly common concept) store is redefining the traditional retail experience by placing people, not products, at the forefront of the retail experience.

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New Balance opens first Australian UCC concept store in Sydney

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Sports footwear and apparel store New Balance has opened its first UCC retail concept store at Bondi Junction in Sydney. The store is one of New Balance’s eight UCC-style stores in the world. ” The post New Balance opens first Australian UCC concept store in Sydney appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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How New Balance is stepping into sneaker resale with Reconsidered launch

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Earlier this month, American footwear brand New Balance announced the launch of its new resale program, Reconsidered. Consumers can now view and shop for pre-owned shoes through the brand’s website. Items include consumer returns and cosmetically imperfect footwear that cannot be sold as new but have been cleaned as needed.

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New Balance introduces new retail concept in Singapore

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New Balance has debuted its latest store concept at Singapore’s Paragon Shopping Centre, the first of its kind in Southeast Asia and just the third in the world. Nissan and New Balance collaborated earlier this year to create the Kicks 327, a car that looks like a trainer.

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From New Balance to Louis Vuitton: Why brands are tapping into tennis

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Old sport, New Balance approach. New Balance recently signed a three-year deal as the official performance apparel and footwear provider of the Australian Open and United Cup. New Balance is a privately owned, Boston-based sports footwear and apparel brand, founded in 1906 by William Riley.

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Why New Balance is putting people at the heart of its new store concept

Inside Retail

New Balance recently revealed a new retail concept store at Paragon Shopping Centre in Singapore centred on experience and carrying a curated selection of footwear and apparel that caters to athletes and fashion enthusiasts. The open concept creates a space where consumers can shop cross-category to match their personal style.

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Retail’s returns challenge: How to balance customer demands and overheads

Inside Retail

Growing consumer expectations of free delivery and free returns are placing pressure on retailers who on one hand recognise customer demand, but on the other are trying to reduce their operating costs. Pope believes younger consumers are more aware of the sustainability considerations of returns than older generations.

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