Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

The huge increase in online shopping over the past decade or so has had a major impact on department stores, with many consumers turning to Amazon, eBay and other online shops for shopping, rather than a more traditional trip out to a physical store. Changing culture of shopping.

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Inside Retail

MAY 11, 2021

As the UK starts to reopen after a prolonged lockdown, the launch of a wedding venue at Selfridges’ Oxford Street location could end up driving much-needed store visits, if only due to sheer novelty, according to Jana Bowden, an associate professor at Macquarie University Business School. “As

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 7, 2023

David Jones is expected to axe as many as 100 jobs as its department store operations are being reviewed under the new owner. The company is in the process of improving store efficiency and eliminating tasks such as preparing sales reports for stores and office tasks, which can increasingly be done with the use of technology.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Myer currently operates 56 department stores across Australia, as well as its online business and in-house brands including Sass and Bide, Marcs and David Lawrence. per cent increase is a case of under-promising and over-delivering, the department store CEO is taking the win as a sign of more growth to come. “We

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 3, 2023

The department store chain has launched a standalone business called David Jones Amplify which will give brands access to more than 475 in-store media, 102 digital formats and 70 print and digital editorial formats. We believe Amplify will showcase brands like no other, benefiting brands, advertisers and customers.”

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 7, 2023

Department store Myer says sales and profit are continuing to grow despite the challenging economic environment, with its online business continuing to strengthen. The company has engaged search firm Egon Zehnder to recruit his replacement. per cent increase in sales to $3.4

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 10, 2021

Fitness brand Peloton is launching its first Australian showroom later this week, and will partner with department store David Jones to boost its bricks-and-mortar presence. Peloton’s first showroom will open on Wednesday in Westfield Bondi Junction, and will soon be followed by a standalone showroom on Sydney’s Martin Place.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Department store Myer has enjoyed the fruits of a rebounding retail environment in FY21, with total sales up 5.5 The business’ Myer One loyalty program has also been a solid driver of customer spending, and throughout the year Myer hit record levels of customer satisfaction in store and net promotor scores online.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Looking at retail disturbances in an oversimplified way, the first major disruption in retail was the emergence of department stores. These department stores were typically found in major cities, catering to urban consumers’ needs. This era was often described as consumer warfare.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

A “particularly strong” run-up to Christmas saw department-store chain Myer achieve solid sales growth in the five months to January 1, despite the company losing 27 per cent of its brick-and-mortar store trading days due to Covid-related trading restrictions. . per cent year on year, and a 17.1-per-cent

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Inside Retail

APRIL 21, 2024

per cent) of surveyed department store operators expect their sales to grow in 2024, a significant decrease from last year’s 85.7 The report revealed that while department stores and convenience stores experienced higher growth rates than total retail sales, supermarkets faced negative growth for the first time.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 3, 2024

Sharing the good fortune Another example of a retailer’s growing focus on loyalty programs is Australian department store, Myer. million engaged members of its 7.3 It recently strengthened its Myer One loyalty program by partnering with American Express, Commonwealth Bank, and Virgin Australia’s Velocity program.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Litmus Retail Group has partnered with Myer on a physical showroom concept that will enable the department store to display big and bulky products, such as treadmills, e-scooters and stand-up desks, and track how consumers are engaging with them to inform future buying decisions.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Set to launch in July 2023 – after the opening of the new luxury precinct at terminal one (T1) – Heinemann is pioneering the department store concept inside domestic terminal two (T2) and three (T3), with the retail mix curated to reflect each terminal’s passenger base.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 14, 2022

He added that Bardot Junior will enter department stores overseas – including Hudson Bay in Canada, and Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and Dillard’s – who have picked up the brand in the US. “We’re We’re looking to expand [Bardot Junior] through these department stores, [as well as] through our digital channels,” he said.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 9, 2021

Fast-growing Australian online retailer Canningvale plans to relaunch the iconic Singaporean department store Robinsons as an online-only business this month after acquiring the company’s digital assets for an undisclosed sum. Some of the brands have a history with Robinsons, while others are new to the department store. .

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In the heart of Kuala Lumpur’s emerging international financial district lies The Exchange TRX – a new retail complex that aims to redefine urban luxury and community engagement. These brands are pushing the envelope in terms of customer engagement and this is going to be a fantastic opportunity for us,” he said.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

From using non-toxic paint in stores to digitising documents to avoid paper waste, more businesses are taking steps to make their physical operations more sustainable. That includes the Japanese department store chain Takashimaya. Takashimaya opened its first store in Kyoto, Japan, in 1831, selling gofuku (formal kimono).

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 10, 2023

With over 460 million people using social media platform Pinterest each month, there are countless opportunities for savvy retailers to capitalise on this engagement, and convert traffic into sales. Through these campaigns, Big W drove 34 per cent higher engagement, and 77 per cent lower cost per acquisition, compared to retail benchmarks.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 20, 2023

Running from 6 th January – 13 th February, Kusama’s mesmerising, multicoloured, and immersive, vision will inhabit the iconic department store. The campaign will also see takeover formats running on Pinterest and TikTok, as well as a lens on Snapchat to further engage audiences.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Retailers who incorporate interactive elements can encourage passersby to engage with the scene, which enhances the overall experience and makes it memorable. Retailers are no longer using static displays; now they use cutting-edge technology like augmented reality and interactive elements to engage passersby.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Last month, American luxury department store Nordstrom announced a partnership with Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia, to sponsor product management coursework and a mentorship program. ” At first glance, it may seem an unlikely initiative for a traditional luxury department store to champion.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Marketplaces wield significant influence, with 46 per cent of shoppers using them to discover products and 37 per cent engaging with sponsored products while on these platforms. Brands and retailers need to join consumers in their multichannel approach, using a diverse set of tactics to remind shoppers of their brand across various platforms.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Spearheading this move are two flagship stores nestled in prime locations: one at the prestigious Shin Kong Mitsukoshi department store in Taipei’s vibrant Xinyi Xintiandi district, and the other at the iconic Dubai Mall. Its location in Taipei was designed after careful consideration of Shin Kong Mitsukoshi A8 shoppers.

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VMS

AUGUST 31, 2021

Renovation: Department Store. Scope of work : Continue the location’s evolution from traditional department store to a targeted destination for luxury goods and services. What sets this project apart : In terms of store planning, the new design of the Santa Fe department store seeks to engage with shoppers at every turn.

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Inside Retail

MAY 10, 2022

He also wove the store into the community, even making the Selfridges basement an air raid shelter during the war. When you consider great retail entrepreneurs such as Selfridge, who developed the department store and re-wrote shopping history, today’s shopping experience feels like a watered-down version that is purely transactional.

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VMS

JUNE 14, 2021

department store Selfridges & Co. The chain is owned by the same family that controls Primark and has engaged Credit Suisse to advise. Shoppers would come to the store and experience things for the first time. The owners of iconic U.K. London) is considering selling after receiving an unsolicited bid for $5.6

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Last November, it was announced that M&S and TOCA Social would enliven a former department store, while designer fashion brand Tessuti will open its largest offering in the West Midlands at Bullring in 2023. .

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

Businesses that offer customers both physical and online store options tend to see higher customer engagement and sales. per cent (RM95 billion in total retail sales), and all retail sub-sectors such as fashion, department stores and grocery are expected to rebound. You can download it here.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 25, 2022

Luxury department store Harvey Nichols recently announced the opening of the first blue-chip non-fungible token (NFT) retail space at its Pacific Place Hong Kong store. Physical stores are seeking to understand their place in the digital economy and align with this cultural phenomenon.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 14, 2024

The appointment of Olivia Wirth as executive chair of Myer department stores is an interesting one that indicates a new strategic focus following the business turnaround under John King. In contrast to Wirth’s brief engagement with Myer, Amanda Bardwell has worked with Woolworths Group for 23 years, including as head of marketing.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

The partnership aims to celebrate and recognise the vital role that independent retailers play in the success of the high street, and to encourage the public to support their local independent stores. The category is open to independent retailers of all sizes and types, from small boutiques to larger independent department stores.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

Earlier this year, the brand opened dedicated pop-up stores at the world-famous Harrods and Selfridges department stores in London, which Norris referred to as the “biggest wins” in terms of the brand’s international expansion so far.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 3, 2022

The discount department store has just launched its first range of DIY products, including wallpaper, flooring, curtains, blinds, furniture paint and adhesive tiles, with the aim of making it easier than ever for customers to hack its products. Now, the retailer is getting in on the action.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Myer’s online sales have more than doubled since John King took over running the department store in 2018, and the CEO believes they can double again to reach $1 billion in the not-too-distant future. Online is now a $500-million-plus business. Over 860,000 new members have joined Myer One since the start of FY19. One good result.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 9, 2024

By leveraging both effective commitment and calculative commitment, airlines like Qantas, Virgin, Delta and United can drive long-term engagement and convert consumers to lifelong passengers. Instead, Shelper said, retailers should focus on providing cost-effective value to their members to encourage deeper engagement.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 21, 2023

Selfridges, the iconic British department store, is ushering in a new era of sustainable retail with its ambitious plan to ensure 45% of transactions come from circular products and services by 2030. This commitment will be realised through its Reselfridges ecosystem, encompassing Resale, Rental, Repair, Refill, and Recycle services.

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