Inside Retail

APRIL 11, 2023

German bedding retailer Emma Sleep is set to expand its presence across the Australasian market, with the brand growing its product range across New Zealand, and working toward ambitious, financial goals. Having sold more than six million mattresses across over 30 countries, the direct-to-consumer retail powerhouse has committed to boosting its product range in New Zealand, with plans to launch a new bed, pillow, and blanket range over the coming months.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

Wembley Park is set to welcome an exciting new addition to its vibrant community with the launch of Lone Design Club’s first pop-up store, The Club Apartment. 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

APRIL 11, 2023

Australian online wholesale marketplace startup TradeSquare has stopped taking new orders as the company shifts direction to “a new business model” focused on North America. TradeSquare co-founders Einat Sukenik and Nati Harpaz launched the business in 2020 as a trading place where wholesalers and SMEs could source and sell wholesale goods, with a strong focus on gifts and homewares.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

Café and lifestyle brand, EL&N Café, is set to open its doors at Bullring, marking its Midlands debut in the UK. The addition of EL&N supports Hammerson’s initiative to revitalize its assets and bring in more dining and restaurant options to Birmingham’s retail and leisure destination. EL&N Café, famously dubbed as “the most instagrammable café in the world”, has secured almost 8,000 sq ft of space on the bustling New Street, adjacent to Zara, and will offer a

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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.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 11, 2023

Over the past decade the retail industry has been undergoing a massive transformation, with retailers and logistics companies finding new and innovative ways to integrate technology into their business models. Touching almost every aspect of the retail industry, exciting technologies such as automation, VR and AR, and even AI are changing the way the industry operates.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

Burlington Arcade, a historical luxury shopping destination in central London, has added to its prestigious retail offering with the opening of Cara Jewellers’ first international boutique in Europe. The new boutique, spread across three levels of the iconic shopping arcade, features a VIP area on the second floor and a fully equipped workshop in the basement for customisation and repair of jewellery.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

Liverpool is set to welcome Space NK, the global luxury cosmetics retailer, as it prepares to open its first-ever city store in the heart of Liverpool ONE. The new addition will be joining an array of premium lifestyle brands on the prestigious Peter’s Lane. Scheduled to open its doors in June, Space NK Liverpool ONE promises to feature a curated collection of over one hundred of the most sought-after, innovative and cutting-edge beauty brands.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 11, 2023

As the creative arm of LIXIL that has won over 580 international design awards – LIXIL Global Design is the in-house design team of brands such […] The post From products to consumers – Interview with Patrick Speck of LIXIL Global Design appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

TAG Heuer has opened its first standalone boutique in Birmingham’s iconic Bullring shopping centre, showcasing a sleek 1,400 sq ft store designed by the brand’s in-house team in Switzerland. The minimalist design combines grey tones with smoked mirrors and hints of blue, reflecting the brand’s Monaco heritage, while sustainably sourced stone and wooden elements pay homage to its Swiss roots of craftsmanship.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

Alex Baulf, senior director global indirect tax at Avalara, talks tax must-knows for retailers operating in the metaverse The Metaverse continues to attract retailers across the globe. In a recent survey of 1000 retailers in the UK, US and India, Avalara found that 86% of retailers already consider the metaverse an important channel for e-commerce.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

The National Gallery’s Portico Shop reopens its doors after a three-month refurbishment, revealing an entirely new design by Lumsden, the award-winning firm specialising in retail and F&B for cultural and visitor attractions. Located in London’s Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery houses the nation’s collection of paintings in the Western European tradition from the late 13th to the early 20th centuries.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

In April 2022 ManoMano UK launched a new platform, ManoManoPro, designed by, and for, tradespeople and related businesses* as a ‘one-of-a-kind’ dedicated B2B service aimed to make their lives easier. One year on and the platform now offers over 1.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

Now open at Harrods in London, Prada Caffè invites guests to immerse themselves in an extraordinary design experience that embodies the essence of the iconic brand. This carefully curated space offers visitors an opportunity to engage with Prada’s distinctive world view, with every detail – from the atmosphere and decor to the menu and tableware – echoing the brand’s unique approach and style.

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 11, 2023

Both an affluent and elegant city, Hamburg has its fair share of luxury boutiques, but nevertheless, it has mysteriously been.

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

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APRIL 11, 2023

Gaming Conventions in Europe Gaming conventions in Europe have become major attractions for gamers, developers, and industry professionals. These events provide an excellent opportunity for attendees to connect with like-minded individuals, discover the latest trends in gaming, get a sneak peek at upcoming releases, and even explore some famous European cities.

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 11, 2023

ABOUT This project showcases the packaging design for Cellulabs, a premium skincare brand that specializes in cutting-edge formulas and luxurious.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

Grosvenor announces that Space NK, the worldwide retailer for luxury cosmetics, is making its city debut at Liverpool ONE and joining the extensive range of premium lifestyle brands on Peter’s Lane.

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 11, 2023

Parconido is a bakery cafe located in northern Gyeonggi-do that resembles a square seen in Europe. Created with basic materials.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

Artisan bakery GAIL’s has announced the launch of the bakeries’ first digital loyalty programme. The digital programme will launch on 11th April and customers will be able to access the loyalty platform through downloading the new GAIL’s app. The bakery will have QR codes available in bakeries where customers can scan to download the app.

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 11, 2023

From the architectural dimension, the store is designed to be a medium where customers can explore the relation between body.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 11, 2023

FerreroLegno is an Italian company based in Magliano Alpi (CN) specialized in the production and marketing of doors and closing systems for interiors, recognized for the […] The post ‘Doorway to Your Future’: connecting humans and nature through design appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 11, 2023

IDF Studio designed a San Francisco office for a video communications company with homey vignettes, bistro-style seating, an open kitchen,

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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

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APRIL 11, 2023

What is Guerilla Marketing? Guerrilla marketing is a creative, unconventional, and minimal-cost marketing technique that uses imaginative tactics to promote a product or service. Guerilla marketing is most effective when used with the element of surprise, humour, or shock value to grab the attention of the audience. The term is coined from the word “guerrilla”, which refers to the strategy used by small, agile, and mobile forces to take their larger, better-equipped opponents by surp

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

From today, Sainsbury’s is introducing Nectar Prices, a new loyalty initiative which will give all 18 million Nectar customers big savings on a wide range of products, including some of Britain’s favourite brands, when checking out in Sainsbury’s supermarkets or online.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

Zalando, one of Europe’s leading online platforms for fashion and lifestyle, and innovative fashion house Paco Rabanne launch a capsule for Spring/Summer 23. With its visual feast of vibrant hues and dynamic designs, the capsule aims to stimulate the senses – sight, touch and sound – through the use of bold colors.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

By Philippe Castella, managing director, Dentsu Tracking Estimates suggest that illicit trade causes losses of around US$2.2 trillion to the global economy, depriving states of vital tax revenues and denying legitimate retailers of sales. The resulting effect on citizens and businesses is devastating.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

Preparing the nation for a Coronation celebration, Iceland Foods reveals its bespoke range for the special weekend. Set to make shoppers wild following the success of the Twisted Lasagne Yorkshire Pudding, Iceland reveals their coronation range will include Iceland Coronation Chicken Yorkshire Puddings (£3.75) and can be doubled up with a 4pk of Coronation Chicken Pies (£2.75).

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

Luxury ice cream maker Häagen-Dazs and world-renowned pastry chef Pierre Hermé are set to unveil their UK marketing campaign to support the recent collaboration. Backed by a £1m investment, the campaign aims to drive consumer demand for the new Macaron range as the summer’s coolest treat with a French touch.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

Lo Bros, the much-loved UK-made Kombucha, launches the next step in its ‘Doin’ Good’ mission and has become a Net Zero Plastic Brand by taking meaningful action on its plastic footprint and help rid our oceans of plastic!

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APRIL 11, 2023

Osprey Charging, one of the UK’s leading networks of rapid electric vehicle (EV) charging points, has shown how quickly the deployment of public charging infrastructure is increasing by revealing that it has installed as many chargers in the first quarter of this year as it did during the whole of 2022.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton - Associate Director of Product Strategy at Orium | Sam Panzer - Director of Industry Strategy at Talon.One | Frank Passantino - Director of Product Management at Bloomreach

More and more, customers are expecting a better personalized CX. But can retailers actually deliver? Data from McKinsey shows that companies that excel in personalization increase their revenue by 40%, but despite these numbers, retailers struggle to implement customer personalization strategies. So what are the potential solutions? Join us to gain a better understanding of the current retail landscape and learn what you can do to translate personalization strategies into practical implementatio

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