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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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How New Balance is stepping into sneaker resale with Reconsidered launch

Inside Retail

Earlier this month, American footwear brand New Balance announced the launch of its new resale program, Reconsidered. An ​​​​in-store trade-in program is being piloted at eight New Balance retail locations before scaling into more US stores later this year. There are many things that have to shift.

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

Inside Retail

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. Brand values Hefer said that the New Balance brand has always been known for quality, fit and craftsmanship.

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The Strongest Retail Marketing Strategies That Appeal to Students

Retail Focus

Capturing the attention of the student demographic is both a significant opportunity and a challenge for marketers in today’s retail landscape. Understanding how to effectively appeal to this group requires a blend of traditional marketing wisdom and innovative strategies that resonate with the digital-native generation.

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Intersection of sport and culture: what’s behind New Balance’s rapid growth

Inside Retail

In the fiercely contested and competitive footwear and apparel space, New Balance is one of the fastest-growing global sports brands, with the organisation attracting and engaging the next generation of customers. New Balance is also expanding in Australia, this month opening a new concept store in Bondi Junction , Sydney.

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The Musts of Achieving Successful Marketing Campaigns in the Digital Age

Retail Focus

Retail marketing campaigns are highly competitive, constantly adjusting and evolving to new technologies and market shifts. Finding a path to a successful campaign in a competitive modern market means balancing what already works with forward-thinking approaches, and this is not an easy task to accomplish.

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