Inside Retail

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The appeal of in-store shopping in a thriving e-commerce era is not diminishing – but it is evolving, according to new research commissioned by technology company Lightspeed and Inside Retail. “It The report showed that customers expect both greater convenience and additional services from shopping in-store rather than online.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Consumer protection laws need a radical overhaul in order to keep step with the digitisation of retail, a new report by the Consumer Policy Research Centre has found. The online consumer experience is often curated with dark patterns, including algorithms and bundled consent,” said CPRC chief executive Lauren Solomon. “94

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 13, 2022

Capitalising on the ongoing demand for convenience-based retail investments, Woolworths has listed two neighbourhood shopping centres outside the Brisbane CBD on the market. The post Woolworths to sell two Queensland shopping centres appeared first on Inside Retail. Both centres are anchored by Woolworths stores on long-term leases.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 21, 2024

This year, while consumers are still struggling to adapt to higher prices for staple goods and services, they are still spending on discretionary items creating a retail market where brands compete fiercely for their share of the consumer’s paycheque.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 25, 2024

Fast fashion brands have been curating elevated collections as part of their merchandise strategy for many years now but with varying levels of success. Premium collections could be an attempt by fast-fashion brands to be seen as both accessible and aspirational shopping destinations for consumers.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Consumers are still feeling enormous financial pressures, and many are heading into this period with little optimism towards their finances. Such economic strain is leading to behavioural changes in the way consumers are shopping and planning their festive budgets. But this shouldn’t just be a retail race to the bottom.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 23, 2024

Leading luxury travel retailer T Galleria by DFS is marking the first anniversary of its opening at The Londoner Macao with a dazzling array of festivities for brands and consumers alike. This demonstrates our commitment to bring the best shopping experience for families, catering to their needs from parents to children.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 30, 2023

A number of Australian retailers are working together to test a new charity retail concept, taking a more curated approach to delivering pre-loved fashion to Millennial and Gen Z customers. The Charity Shop? By offering a more selective number of products, Charity Shop? But in restricting what the Charity Shop?

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 4, 2024

“We are finding that shoppers are now purchasing items online that they previously would only select in-store – online grocery shopping has increased by more than 25 per cent recently – and we know that they also prefer to purchase selected grocery items from local stores because they are trusted, high-quality and desired brands.”

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Inside Retail

APRIL 29, 2024

The concept was initially launched in Guangzhou, China in December 2022, followed by Boston, Massachusetts, in February 2023, before rolling out in Singapore’s Paragon Shopping Centre, Sydney’s Westfield Bondi Junction and now Melbourne’s Chadstone shopping centre.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

How does music support these brands, and what subconscious effect is this having on our shopping behaviour? We can control many of the factors that encourage us to spend impulsively , such as avoiding shopping in the evening, socially, or under time pressure. Christmas music in shops Music has long been used to influence our spending.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 6, 2022

Covid-19 restrictions have changed how we physically shop but the pandemic has also changed the way we think about shopping, particularly aspirational experiences. So what does aspirational shopping look like now for Covid-weary, emotionally needy shoppers? Consumers are placing a premium on the romanticised ‘village life’.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 6, 2023

Heubel, in discussion with Inside Retail managing editor Heather McIlvaine, highlighted the US and global retailers at the forefront of the industry who are introducing cutting edge innovations, and are shaping the way that consumers shop and spend. You can watch the Masterclass sponsored by Adobe here.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 1, 2021

A new online shopping site is set to launch in Australia this month that aims to update the traditional outlet mall experience for a Gen Z and millennial audience. In contrast, TheDOM.com plans to provide an “inspirational” and “elevated” shopping experience through its site design and tone of voice.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 15, 2023

It acted as a platform for consumers to interact with and learn about a rotating variety of omnichannel and digitally native brands, by way of QR codes. How Showfields veered off course Showfields was co-founded in 2017 by Katie Hunt, Tal Zvi Nathanel , and Amir Zwickel. Can Showfields make a comeback?

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

It features a curated collection of footwear and apparel, including its made in USA products. “Bondi Junction is one of Sydney’s most famous shopping destinations – a melting pot of culture, lifestyle, and athleticism,” said Jonathan Clarke, Asia Pacific direct-to-consumer director at New Balance. “It’s

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Inside Retail

JUNE 27, 2022

India’s beauty and personal care market is projected to reach US$21 billion in 2025, and the rising adoption of online shopping and greater product penetration in secondary cities are also contributing to the market’s enlargement. Consumers are at the heart of all we do. Celebrating uniqueness.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 7, 2022

Of all the habits consumers have established in the past two years, some are more likely to stick than others and the uptick in online shopping is certainly one of them. Even people that were ‘tech fearful’ prior to Covid lockdowns – like my 85-year-old mum – have become more comfortable with the online shopping process.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 26, 2024

Customer retention With both consumers and retailers feeling the pinch of increasing costs, customer retention will be a key theme of 2024. According to research from McKinsey, 71 per cent of consumers expect companies to deliver personalised interactions. Four key trends stand out as high-growth opportunities for online retailers.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Greeting card retailer Hallmark Australia has opened a new concept retail store at Blackburn Square Shopping Centre in Victoria. “We will use our concept store to test and learn, which will enable us to bring innovative, market-leading product, and display solutions to our customers and consumers.”

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Retail Focus

MARCH 2, 2024

This highly anticipated launch brings together Caroline’s expertise with the prestige of Liberty, offering consumers a glimpse into the Skin Rocks world via the brand’s first standalone, in-store counter. From the shop floor to CEO, this is a launch close to Caroline’s heart, having spent many years throughout her career, on counter.

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Retail Times

APRIL 6, 2021

We don’t need to tell you that the days of traditional shopping are behind us. Whether it’s curbside pick up, cause based marketing, or social shopping — the way retailers are doing business is rapidly evolving. Social shopping. Shopping habits are increasingly digital, and brick and mortar retailers have had to respond.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Smthgood isn’t just another online shopping destination; it’s actually harnessing the power of gamification, engagement and loyalty to incentivise consumers to make more thoughtful purchases. We want to advocate ethical consumerism differently through a discovery led, gamified user journey on our mobile app,” he noted.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

These meticulously curated displays are more than just aesthetics, they convey a diverse range of messages that encompass product offerings, discounts, overall ambiance, and brand identity. Christmas windows, acting as the gateway to the store, set the stage for a memorable shopping journey.

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Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2024

The grand reopening of Levi’s Bangkok flagship at CentralWorld marks a significant milestone in the brand’s direct-to-consumer trajectory and speaks to its commitment to the region. The region holds immense potential, with its vibrant markets and growing consumer base of young millennials and Gen Z shoppers.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 12, 2023

Social commerce – shopping on social media platforms – is expected to reach US$1.2 Hootsuite contends that 81 per cent of shoppers research products on Instagram and Facebook, and that shopping is a top priority for 48 per cent of Pinterest users. Meta recently introduced a feature allowing for shopping through DMs.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 11, 2022

From 5 pm to 7 pm tonight, (Friday), the Aldi Bankstown Central will turn into a takeaway shop, offering shoppers dumplings for $1.44 per serve – less than what some consumers pay for delivery. According to research commissioned by the retailer, almost half (46 per cent) of Aussies pay $15 to $20 on takeaway food per person per order.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 15, 2024

If day one of the National Retail Federation’s annual conference, Retail’s Big Show, was all about AI, the overarching focus of day two was learning how to appeal to the modern consumer, especially Gen Z. Digital strategies to decode Gen Z” was the topic of one of the opening panels.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The holiday season’s magical air of celebration and joy influences how people shop and engage with brands. Luxury pop-up stores become essential brand levers amid the bustling atmosphere, presenting a distinct and enchanting shopping experience for consumers.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 11, 2024

Third-party online retailers have proven that consumers prioritise the acquisition of the product over the in-store purchase experience. Farfetch was established in 2007 as a global luxury platform designed to connect creators, curators and consumers. Farfetch feels a lot more reactive and quite short-term.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

This move marks a significant expansion for Lone Design Club, bringing a unique shopping experience to the people of Wembley Park. At The Club Apartment, visitors can expect a carefully curated selection of one-of-a-kind products from emerging, mindful brands in Homeware, Lifestyle, Beauty, and Fashion.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The rise of e-commerce has raised questions around the role of bricks-and-mortar retail but experiential retailers are still making a case for in-person shopping. But Sydney’s luxury retail boutique Chinatown Country Club is making a case for curation and community as a driving force for the return of offline shopping.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

“We’re not telling people not to shop, we’re just telling them there’s a different and better way to shop,” Krideras told Inside Retail. They say it’s much more than a sales event, calling it a “movement” of mindful shopping. Users can then click the brand’s logo to be taken directly to their website to make a purchase.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 7, 2024

Peel has announced that Charity Super.Mkt, the UK’s first-ever multi-charity shop, is set to open its next pop-up at premier southwest urban outlet Gloucester Quays. Charity Super.Mkt will bring together a curated collection of pre-loved fashion and accessories, including vintage denim, sports- and streetwear.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Pop-up stores quickly gained popularity for creating a sense of urgency and exclusivity among consumers, appealing to their desire for novel experiences and unique offerings. These ephemeral spaces offer a canvas for luxury brands to narrate their story, infusing tangible embodiment into the essence of their brand identity.

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Inside Retail

JULY 24, 2023

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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Inside Retail

APRIL 29, 2024

With advances in AI poised to power the next generation of customer experience, retailers would be wise to increase their focus on personalisation and optimisation to meet consumer expectations. The nation’s consumers reported the highest level of satisfaction with digital commerce in healthcare at 43 per cent, above the global average of 33.4

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