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How Middle Eastern retailer Sun & Sand Sports aims to succeed in Singapore

Inside Retail

On the ground, there is high receptiveness to exciting brands and concepts like SSS. Carl Masterman, president of sports at GMG, believes this will appeal to Singapore’s discerning customers, and help SSS compete in a dynamic retail scene, where there are always new brands and offerings in the market. “We

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What are hyper-local store concepts and can they really save bricks-and-mortar retail?

Barber Design

In the news this week, we read that data-driven hyper-local store concepts are now being touted as the new saviour of bricks-and-mortar retail – but what do we mean by hyper-local? From a customer perspective, shoppers today are bombarded with so much choice that a more edited offer, combined with good service, is appealing.”. “We

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From product to practices: how fashion “sustainability” is finding its natural place in brand management practices.

Retail Focus

They changed their perspective by doing business by including clients in their practices. From a brand perspective, sustainability was a challenge: being able to deliver a profitable business while considering environmental, economic, and social resources for present and future generations.

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The Art and Business of Christmas Windows in Retail

Retail Focus

As retailers incorporate local traditions and customs, they become essential in community engagement, adding a personal touch and fostering inclusivity and community spirit. The traditional concept of Christmas windows will be redefined by the integration of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR).

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Crafting luxury brand narratives through popup stores

Retail Focus

With the customers’ increased demand for novelty and uniqueness, brands could be inclined to present concepts that meet their needs. This scarcity creates a sense of urgency and exclusivity, driving customer engagement and brand loyalty. Pop-up stores are one of the touchpoints brands adopt to tell their stories.