Retail Focus
JULY 30, 2021
The Levi’s® store in Bromley is the first in a line of branches to have a shift in design and strategy, in collaboration with Lucky Fox , as the brand hits a new direction. The selected stores, which will have a more focused product selection of mainly tees and jeans, have been redesigned to create a more informative and focused shopping experience.
Design Week
JULY 30, 2021
Among Equals has created the identity for Zero Hour!, a climate crisis campaign which hopes to gather support for the Climate and Ecological Emergency Bill (CEE Bill). The London-based studio has created a bee-inspired logo, visual identity and strategy guidelines for the environmental campaign. [link]. The CEE Bill is a potential law that seeks to ensure that the government would fulfill obligations set out by the Paris Agreement and work to protect ecosystems, among other measures.
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Retail Focus
JULY 30, 2021
Bally’s new London flagship on 106-112 Regent Street is located on the city centre’s famous thoroughfare and housed in a historic Regency building. Boasting a columned façade and windows framed by antique trim, the boutique sees the latest installation of the global Bally Haus concept, driving synergy among the company’s retail outposts. Celebrating Bally’s 170-year heritage, Bally Haus honours the brand’s Swiss pillars of art, architecture and craftsmanship through contemporary design and natur
VMS
JULY 30, 2021
Walmart (Bentonville, Ark.) has reinstated its mask requirement for all workers – including those who have been vaccinated in areas with high infection rates – to wear masks, reports The Detroit News. The retailer is also encouraging, though not requiring, customers to wear masks in stores in high infection rate areas as well. It will also bring back its “health ambassadors”, employees who will hand out masks at store entrances.
Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
Retail Focus
JULY 30, 2021
The past 18 months have been tough for the Great British high-street, with many retailers forced to close for months on end as the Coronavirus pandemic hit the UK. However, this hasn’t stopped The Fragrance Shop – they have seen exponential online and in-store growth during this period, with business booming. The launch of their brand-new Southport store in July 2021 has seen the company reach the impressive milestone of 200 branded stores across the UK, bringing their overall portfolio to 203 s
Talking Retail
JULY 30, 2021
PepsiCo is set to launch an on-pack competition for its Doritos Dippers brand. Kicking off on 9 August and running until 17 October, the competition will give shoppers the chance to win a grand prize of £20,000, as well as opportunities to win £200 every day. To enter, shoppers will need to buy a pack. This story continues at Cash prizes on offer with Doritos competition.
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VMS
JULY 30, 2021
Gourmet grocer Wegmans (Rochester, N.Y.) will open an 82,000-square-foot store at 770 Broadway in Manhattan, reports Retail Estate Weekly. “We are so excited to bring Wegmans to Manhattan. This is something we’ve been dreaming about and working toward for a long time,” said Colleen Wegman, president and CEO of Wegmans, which opened its first New York City store in the Brooklyn Navy Yard in 2019.
Design Wanted
JULY 30, 2021
Italian designer Riccardo Cenedella has developed a technique for reshaping carpet waste and creating unique pieces of furniture. When it comes to global waste, most of us understand the magnitude of the problem. But when someone hones in on a specific product that’s contributing to that waste the statistics are often shocking. For example, according to statistics, the UK produces around 400,000 tonnes of carpet waste each year.
Drytac
JULY 30, 2021
Authored by Shaun Holdom, Global Product Manager. When it comes to capturing the attention of – and interacting with – people in today’s fast-paced world, retailers, brands and other settings need to think creatively and consider how to best use their environment to their advantage. Countertops are the point where a business will have one of its first interactions with its customers.
Show Best
JULY 30, 2021
With more states legalizing the recreational use of cannabis, more dispensaries are inevitably popping up everywhere , intensifying the competition in this growing industry. . Whether you are a newcomer to the industry looking to design an eye-catching welcome desk to stand out from the crowd, or a veteran looking to revamp your dispensary layout, it’s always important to understand what options are trending and available to you!
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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.
Frank Mayer
JULY 30, 2021
Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. teams with Alt36 on a market-ready self-service kiosk that offers a compliant digital payment solution for the cannabis sector. GRAFTON, WI – Alt36, a digital payments provider for the cannabis industry, has partnered with kiosk designer and manufacturer Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc. to produce a turnkey self-service dispensary kiosk that features Alt36’s compliant digital payment software.
Design Week
JULY 30, 2021
FLIP Magazine, by Boom Saloon. As its name suggests, newcomer magazine FLIP aims to “change the conversation” around design, strategy and innovation. Split into two distinct sections – and separated with a mid-way flip of the magazine – the first half of FLIP features “pioneering voices”, each discussing “how they do the right thing” Voices include IBM’s Ash Minhas, photographer Natalia Poniatowskia and award-winning environment organisation
Talking Retail
JULY 30, 2021
The driver shortage is continuing to affect deliveries to stores, with dairy giant Arla the latest to report problems. The firm’s UK managing director, Ash Amirahmadi, said in a BBC interview that the shortage, which for them started in April, could mean a summer of disruption. The milk company’s warning came days after the baker. This story continues at Delivery driver shortage likely to continue, say suppliers and hauliers.
Retail Store Windows
JULY 30, 2021
We've probably been a bit harsh with the schemes at this brand as right now they are still producing some of the more interesting schemes out there on the high street. There have been a few odd installations and some perhaps some have lacked the quality we normally expect to see from a luxury brand however they are very productive and detailed with their work and for that we are thankful.
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali
Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.
Talking Retail
JULY 30, 2021
Mondel?z International has unveiled the latest additions to its Halloween line-up. New for this year are Mini Oreo Spooky Bags (£2.50; 152g), larger packs filled with eight treatsize bags of Mini Oreos, which the company said are great for both trick-or-treating and Halloween parties. The launch joins returning Spooky Oreo Rollpacks (£1; 154g) which feature.
Elmwood Timber
JULY 30, 2021
Wood is one of the most versatile flooring materials in use today. It comes in a wide range of styles, sizes, finishes, species, and colors. This is one reason why wood flooring is so popular; it can be used to complement any interior design, architectural style, or color scheme. Popular Colors in Hardwood Flooring. If you’ve been considering wood for your next flooring project, take a look at these 17 unique colors and styles to get an idea of just how versatile hardwood flooring can be.
Talking Retail
JULY 30, 2021
Wales is set become the first country in the UK to relax Covid self-isolation requirements as it announced that from 7 August fully vaccinated adults with no symptoms may continue to work after they have been ‘pinged’. This means that shopworkers will have government approval for working provided they take two PCR tests on day. This story continues at Wales leads the UK in relaxing Covid self-isolation rules.
Bay Cities
JULY 30, 2021
If you’re thinking about expanding your brand into brick-and-mortar retail stores, finding the right retailer for your brand and its products is critical to a successful retail partnership. The right retailer, who likely shares some of your brand values while also attracting your target customers, will make a big difference in how much traffic you can get and how profitable the relationship will be—for both parties.
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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.
E Delevry
JULY 30, 2021
The number of temporary workers taking delivery driver jobs has fallen by more than a quarter, according to new research from Indeed Flex. It suggests that many have returned back to their pre-pandemic jobs in retail and hospitality but comes at a time when driver demand is soaring, up 15.6% as delivery sector employers wrestle with ‘pingdemic’ staff shortages.
Retail Times
JULY 30, 2021
The Howard de Walden Estate is pleased to announce that it has signed two new leasing deals – in addition to a significant extension for The Kooples - in Marylebone Village. The deals encompass brands across the retail sector, adding to the distinctive offering across the estate.
E Delevry
JULY 30, 2021
Pets at Home has begun a trial to deliver orders placed online from store stock, making greater use of its store estate as a distribution network. The company already has a strong click and collect model for its stores but the new trial will see customer orders shipped from store stock. The retailer said that once scaled the trial is expected to generate cost savings relative to its existing, centrally fulfilled model.
Design Wanted
JULY 30, 2021
Venetian lighting brand Masiero has created a contemporary chandelier that draws inspiration from ancient designs. Masiero has done it again. Showcasing superior craftsmanship and skill in mastering glass like no other, the Italian company has unveiled the latest addition to its Dimore Collection. The Olympya chandelier joins a family of uniquely modern lighting solutions and is intended as a modern take on antique chandeliers.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney
Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib
Retail Times
JULY 30, 2021
Echo Falls, the £120m brand from Accolade Wines, has unveiled a new ‘Luxury Pamper Night In’ promotion to support sales growth both in-store and online.
E Delevry
JULY 30, 2021
Bloom & Wild has become the latest retailer to sign up to Royal Mail’s Sunday delivery service, announced earlier in the year. Moonpig began Sunday deliveries using the service earlier this month. Royal Mail has been a delivery partner for Bloom & Wild since the flower gifting business was founded in 2013. Bloom & Wild was the first customer to use Royal Mail’s later acceptance times to accept orders later in the day for next day delivery.
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