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Australian Retail Outlook 2023: Paradigm shifts and fresh perspectives

Inside Retail

Some went without products in many non-essential categories altogether, others deferred large purchases. More importantly, however, “The whole concept of just-in-time sourcing that Australia has relied so heavily upon has crumbled,” Bowden remarked. More than ever, it is a time for new perspectives and fresh approaches.

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New & Lingwood launches its new concept, RE:NEW at 19 Saville Row

Retail Focus

Located on London’s iconic Savile Row, RE:NEW’s location uniquely positions it to contribute to larger conversations about how heritage brands can embrace the forward-facing perspective that customers expect, while still respecting the tradition and legacy of the brand’s past.

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Polestar is bringing its award-winning retail concept, Space, to Australia

Inside Retail

The ‘Space’ retail concept enables customers to interact with the Polestar brand, meet product specialists and take a test drive in the all-electric Polestar 2. The concept was recently named “Most Immersive Brand Home” by leading design publication Wallpaper*. The future is bright. Non-stop plans.

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Accent Group to open four Hoka stores by Christmas

Inside Retail

Accent Group plans to open four Hoka stores in three states this year, including the brand’s first Australian freestanding concept store, which will open next month at Westfield Bondi Junction.

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Five key takeaways from LVMH, M&S and others at the World Retail Congress

Inside Retail

The new face of DEI Diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) seemed to be one area where the Congress saw some major upside, from both marketing and labour perspectives. From a labour perspective, I was introduced to the concept of open hiring.

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Exclusive: The thinking behind Coles’ revamped Chadstone flagship store

Inside Retail

Coles is using the store revamp to trial key concepts that it identifies as being important to the customer, including an elevated “fresh and healthy” offering, as well as greater “convenience” and “value” offerings. “In The project soft-launched in February and officially opened on March 6.

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Why strong vendor partnerships are essential in a challenging retail climate

Inside Retail

From a retailer’s perspective, the biggest challenge has been managing inventory. TikTok can essentially make or break a product or a concept. He cites an example of a concept called Nanocraft – a double-sided inflatable tape – which you can decorate, write on, or fill with confetti.

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