Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

This week, Australian furniture and homewares brand King Living announced plans to expand into the United States. The business already operates across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Malaysia, Canada, China, and the United Kingdom, but a step into the US is a whole different beast. According to Statista, the US furniture retail category is worth $379.6 billion annually, and is expected to grow by a CAGR of 3.91 per cent between 2023 and 2028.

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Design Boom

OCTOBER 11, 2023

the new aesop store, aesop kobe BAL, occupies 125 square meters, and stands as a reflection of the city's historical roots and contemporary design. The post CASE-REAL frames aesop’s products with silver local roof tiles at new retail store in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Skechers USA has obtained a European Union-wide preliminary injunction prohibiting Dockers by Gerli from selling a shoe style that infringes its patent. The Dusseldorf Regional Court in Germany issued the decision after concluding that Dockers violated Skechers’ owner’s rights for its Hands Free Slip-ins’ heel pillow designs. “While the ruling can be appealed, we are very pleased that the German court in the first instance acknowledged Skechers’ rights and immediately stopped the sale of the off

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Virtual reality and augmented technologies have long been a topic of fascination in science fiction, and now they’re working their way into the real world. This tech was promised to completely reshape our society, revolutionising our lives on a level that would put the smartphone to shame. Though their progress has been slow, the success of these systems is inevitable.

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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

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Metcash has received a $500,000 grant from the NSW Government for its waste reduction and recycling initiative. The NSW Bin Trim Network Program is the country’s largest business waste reduction program, and Metcash is one of 14 companies to receive funding this year. The program aims to divert 35,000 tonnes of waste from landfills annually by helping businesses reduce waste and implement circular economy solutions.

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FC Dadson

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Transforming Branch Diversity into Brand Consistency: A Partnership Between ABC Supply and FC Dadson Customer Background: Established in 1982, ABC Supply is North America’s largest wholesale distributor of roofing supplies, and one of the largest distributors of siding, windows, and other select exterior and interior building products, tools, and related supplies.

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Design Wanted

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Drawing on decades of meticulous research and innovation, paired with a profound respect for tradition, Marazzi introduced the ArtCraft and Slow collections, both of which draw […] The post Earth-inspired collections with a warm and timeless aesthetic appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

A few years ago, it seemed like every new brand making noise in the market was adopting a direct-to-consumer (DTC) business model. But fast forward to today, there is a growing list of DTC brands that have either failed to become profitable and folded, or, even more interestingly, been forced to adopt more traditional retail models to survive. The rise, fall and evolution of many high-profile DTC brands raises questions about the future of DTC as a business model.

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Hunton Andrews Kurth

OCTOBER 11, 2023

BBB National Programs’ Children’s Advertising Review Unit (CARU) has released new Guardrails for Child-Directed Advertising and Privacy in the Metaverse. As explained in a BBB press release , the Guardrails are intended to provide companies with best practices as they navigate the complexities of engaging with children in metaverse experiences. The Guardrails offer “actionable recommendations” on developing metaverse experiences directed to children, complying with existing advertising and priva

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The Bay Central Woolooware shopping centre at Novm’s billion-dollar Woolooware Bay Town Centre in Sutherland Shire, Sydney will start business operations on November 22. Upon completion, the shopping centre will house 60 stores including a gym, childcare centre and a medical precinct. There will also be two full-line Woolworths and Aldi supermarkets, and Dan Murphy’s, which will all be trading on the opening day.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Premium gin brand, Cygnet, founded by the UK’s most successful classical singer Katherine Jenkins OBE and artist and social-impact filmmaker Andrew Levitas, are excited to announce that both Cygnet Welsh Dry Gin and Cygnet 22 will be available to purchase from selected Nationwide Waitrose and John Lewis stores this October.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

David Jones has partnered with Vacay Swimwear to launch limited-edition swim shorts, as part of the celebration for its 185th anniversary. The range, which features David Jones’ houndstooth print, is available now in-store and online, exclusively at David Jones, for $89. “As one of our pillar brands, Vacay has been on an incredible growth trajectory with David Jones for the past 3 years, so it was a given that we work with them on this momentous occasion to create some limited-edition products f

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Creative Displays Now

OCTOBER 11, 2023

If you’re looking for an excellent opportunity to boost your sales and gain brand recognition, seasonal merchandising is one of the best ways to do it. So, what is seasonal merchandise, and how can you execute a seasonality strategy effectively? In this guide, we’ve outlined all you need to know about what seasonal merchandise is and five seasonal merchandising strategies you can implement for retail success.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Luxury brand retailer LVMH’s revenue grew 14 per cent to €62.21 billion (US$65.9 billion) in the first nine months of FY23, on the back of double-digit growth in Europe, Japan and the rest of Asia. Its selective retailing segment posted the highest revenue growth of 26 per cent to €12.43 billion during the three quarters, while the fashion and leather goods segment rose 16 per cent to €30.91 billion.

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

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Mindful Design

OCTOBER 11, 2023

We have recently completed the design of Elfin Kids Cuts, a hair salon located in San Diego, California. This project allowed us to revisit our love for color and the enchanting fantasies of our childhood. Working on a children’s hair salon presented a unique challenge, as playfulness and visual engagement took precedence over elegance and […] The post New Hair Salon Design for Kids by Mindful Design Consulting appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Retail Design Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Our goal was to come up with a new concept for the family owned butcher shop Moldovan, based near Cluj-Napoca.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Deliveroo welcomed its retail and restaurant partners at a new Food Forward event in London this week to discuss the future of food and hospitality and showcase its latest tech. Deliveroo CEO and founder Will Shu said Food Forward was intended to show its partners how Deliveroo is helping them.

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Retail Design Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2023

New «Spoki» restaurant has opened on Tsvetnoy Boulevard and welcomes guests, eager to plunge into the atmosphere of everyone’s favorite.

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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.

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Design Middleeast

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Aujan Interiors joins the Design Middle East Awards 2023 as a Category Partner. Aujan Interior Decoration LLC, founded in 2013, has established itself as a prominent professional interior fit out contractor working throughout the UAE, delivering turnkey solutions in the Commercial, Hospitality, Leisure, Retail, and Residential sectors. Thier experienced workforce, combined with the in-house design team and carpentry and joinery workshop, has enabled us to secure a diverse range of clients by mee

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Trade shows have become the catalyst for brands to highlight their products or services, connect with potential clients, and stay current on industry trends. However, navigating these events requires more than your well-rehearsed pitch and charming smile. Trade show etiquette has become essential in making the right impression and cementing those meaningful connections.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Welsh drinks manufacturer Radnor Hills will see its award-winning Heartsease Farm brand stocked in Tesco Wales from today. The majority of the Welsh large Tesco stores will stock Heartsease Farm Sparkling British Raspberry Lemonade and Sparkling Fiery Ginger Beer from October 9th.

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Design Wanted

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Since founding their design studio in 2012, Bernadotte & Kylberg have partnered with some of Scandinavia’s most prestigious design brands, including Georg Jensen, Stelton, Zwiesel, and […] The post A brand-new project focused on advanced craftsmanship methods appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! To help in the fight against kids’ tooth decay, Tesco is reducing the price of its children’s Pro Formula Steps range by 20% from Monday 9th October. By taking care of the VAT on seven lines, comprising children’s toothbrushes, toothpastes and mouthwash, Tesco aims to make them as affordable as possible for families who might be […] If you want mo

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Thai retail conglomerate Central Retail opened the doors to its second eat-shop-play lifestyle centre on the Thai island of Phuket on 6 October. The new centre is in the urban seaside Chalong neighbourhood, about 20 kilometres south of Phuket’s first Robinson lifestyle centre in Thalang, which opened a year ago. The company’s latest business update for the Stock Exchange of Thailand states that The Chalong mall has 17,000sqm of net leasable area, and is anchored by an 8,000sqm Robinson departmen

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Matthews Cotswold Flour, Britain’s leading speciality flour producer, is launching the UK’s first All Purpose Regenerative White Flour. The new flour is created using grains from a select group of local farms that have embraced regenerative farming techniques that aim to restore and improve soil health and biodiversity.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The UK’s leading canned wine brand, Most Wanted Wines has announced a new addition to their esteemed product range: a refreshing <0.5% Sauvignon Blanc fizz can. This launch signals the brand’s debut in the ‘No & Low’ category, mirroring the escalating consumer appetite for low-alcohol, low-calorie beverages that don’t comp

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This festive season, liquor infused ice cream company LiQ, has launched a new range of ice cream pralines which bring together two British Christmas favourites – Baileys and ice cream. Now available at 300 Morrisons stores across the nation, as well as all COSTCO stores and through delivery service Ocado, LiQ’s new Baileys ice cream […] If you want

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Shoppers are in for a wickedly delicious treat as Iceland Foods unveils its eerie-sistible collection of Halloween food items, all at fang-tastic low prices, available in-store and online from the 10th of October.

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New research reveals that 27% of UK consumers have bought items with the intention of wearing them and returning them, a trend also known as ‘wardrobing’. The study from the UK’s most-trusted discount site, VoucherCodes.co.uk, shows that over the past 10 years, the number of people wardrobing has increased by 50%, rising from 18% in 2013 […] If you

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Retail Times

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! SymphonyAI, a leader in predictive and generative enterprise AI SaaS, today announced that Southern Co-op and Scottish Midland Co-operative (Scotmid) have selected SymphonyAI Retail CPG assortment and space planning solutions for implementation across the food business in the companies’ nearly 500 managed and franchise convenience stores in various regi

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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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