Retail Focus
MAY 4, 2021
The 100-sq.m FREITAG store is divided into two zones: the sales area, and the Sweat-Yourself Shop, where DIY-minded consumers can assemble and put the final touches to their own unique items using semi-finished products and tarp remnants from the Factory in Zurich. The interior architecture and store design, an amazing mix of customer-friendly heights and upcycled elements, were created in collaboration with local Supermachine Studio.
Inside Retail
MAY 4, 2021
Fashion firm Ted Baker will, for the month of May, accept pre-worn coats in its NSW, VIC, QLD and SA stores as part of a partnership with Vinnies. Accepted coats will be resold through Vinnies to raise money in support of a range of community services such as soup vans for the homeless and needy, crisis accommodation, and rental assistance for families struggling financially.
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Retail Focus
MAY 4, 2021
Following an announcement in December of last year, bespoke fine jewellery brand Vashi will unveil its new flagship store in London’s iconic Covent Garden Piazza on 27th May. As the opening draws near, the brand has revealed more details of how the new store will further Vashi’s mission to transform the fine jewellery shopping experience through key features including an in-store bar and an interactive installation of customer’s love stories.
Inside Retail
MAY 4, 2021
Fashion business Zara has today unveiled it will launch its own cosmetics line, which will be available to buy online and in select Zara stores from 12 May. ‘Zara Beauty’ will be available throughout Australia, New Zealand, Japan, China, South Korea, Europe, the US, Canada and Mexico online, with more regions to come down the line. The Zara Beauty range will be available to be shopping instore at 22 stores across the world, including Melbourne’s Chadstone Shopping Centre, China’s Wangfujing Aven
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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.
Retail Focus
MAY 4, 2021
Retail design agency UXUS have announced the details of Clinique Laboratories, a new retail concept developed in collaboration with globally renowned skincare and cosmetics brand Clinique. For over 50 years, Clinique has created skincare and beauty products that are powered by scientific research and innovative technology. The new retail concept which launched in Shenzhen in December 2020, illustrates the science behind every Clinique product.
Inside Retail
MAY 4, 2021
As quarantine requirements and travel bans continue to impact brands’ ability to get in front of customers and retail buyers across borders, the New Zealand government is stepping up to help promote its local designers overseas with a new pop-up at Chadstone Shopping Centre in Melbourne. Launching on Thursday, May 6, and running through May 23, the Discover New pop-up showcases the “sophisticated, edgy and deeply cool consumer products that New Zealand creates”, according to Bella Katz, commerci
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Inside Retail
MAY 4, 2021
Travel retailer Flight Centre has warned of an incoming $500 million underlying net loss as the lasting impact of Covid-19 continues. “Nothing is certain in this market except [that] we will not be paying a dividend in 2022,” Flight Centre managing director Graham Turner told the Macquarie Australia Conference on Tuesday, according to SMH. “We feel we’re in a reasonable space considering the difficulty of travel and tourism market [but] it’s going to be a reasonably long road back.”.
Talking Retail
MAY 4, 2021
Ferrero is bringing back its limited edition Coca-Cola flavoured Tic-Tac’s, in a move designed to support retailers in “capitalising on the huge success of last year”. The launch is rolling out now in 18g (62p), 49g (£1.41) and 98g (£2.70) packs. Ferrero said that 2.6m packs of Coca-Cola Tic-Tac’s were sold last year, equating to. This story continues at Ferrero supports impulse sales with Coca-Cola Tic Tac’s.
Inside Retail
MAY 4, 2021
Despite a burgeoning petcare aisle at its supermarkets, Woolworths Group is hoping to carve out a greater slice of the $2.9 billion petcare market with the launch of a new standalone business, Pet Culture. The online pet care business, launched last month, is a joint venture between Woolworths and Hollard Group’s PetSure, the country’s biggest pet insurance provider which has underwritten Woolworths’ pet insurance offer for several years.
Talking Retail
MAY 4, 2021
Morrisons is bringing back its refillable container service at its fresh fish and meat counters. The supermarket giant originally introduced the refillable container scheme in 2018, but it has been put on hold during the pandemic. Employees working on Morrisons’ butchers, fishmongers and deli counters will now ask customers if they have brought their own.
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Retail Times
MAY 4, 2021
Brockmans Gin is supporting gin lovers and The Drinks Trust, the charity for the drinks and hospitality industry, by offering a discount on its popular gift pack whilst donating to this good cause.
Talking Retail
MAY 4, 2021
The Association of Convenience Stores has responded to a Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government call for evidence on commercial rents and Covid-19, urging the government to support businesses in their recovery from the pandemic. The outcome of the call for evidence will determine the government’s next steps after existing pandemic-related support measures for.
Design Wanted
MAY 4, 2021
Italian lighting company Masiero is rolling out a ’Gold Edition” collection incorporating relaunched pieces in celebration of its 40th birthday. In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Italian lighting company Masiero has released a collection featuring some of its most iconic products in gold. Five chandeliers will be produced in just 40 pieces, a limited edition attesting to the brand’s years of design and tailoring excellence.
Talking Retail
MAY 4, 2021
The rise of the top-up shopper appears to have been halted by the Coronavirus pandemic, new data reveals. Research by consumer insights specialist Shoppercentric shows a 60% increase in a ‘main shop only’ approach and a similar decrease in the number of consumers rarely or never doing a main shop. The 2021 Stock Take Report, This story continues at Pandemic halts rise of top-up shopper, research shows.
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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.
Retail Times
MAY 4, 2021
The return of the summer of sport will drive sales of 413 million pints of beer in the UK Off Trade this June, according to predictions from Budweiser Brewing Group, a proud part of AB InBev.
VMS
MAY 4, 2021
DIY home improvement retailer Lowe’s (Mooresville, N.C.) has introduced Lowe’s House of Curators, a series of bespoke decor curations that will launch with a collaboration with iconic designer Iris Apfel, according to a press release. Both Lowe’s and Apfel will celebrate their 100 th birthdays this year. “We know that stylish home decor doesn’t always feel attainable for consumers, so we are inviting a range of tastemakers to curate from our millions of products to inspire different
Retail Times
MAY 4, 2021
Global ecommerce firm Shopify has today released new figures from its international Economic Impact Report showing that Shopify merchants and partners generated 112,780 new jobs in the UK in 2020, the equivalent to the population of the City of Lincoln. This is set against the backdrop of a tumultuous year for the British High Street where nearly 118,000 retail jobs were lost, according to the Centre for Retail Research (CRR).
VMS
MAY 4, 2021
Retail stocks surged Monday following news that several highly populated states loosened or suspended pandemic restrictions, reports CNBC. The S&P Retail ETF closed Monday posting 2 percent gains thanks to the rallies of retail stocks in the apparel and department store sectors. Shares of department stores experienced strong growth, with Dillard’s closing up 9.7 percent, Macy’s closing up 8 percent and Nordstrom gaining 6 percent.
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
MAY 4, 2021
A multi-national start-up that helps online sellers manage their orders and inventory across multiple sites has partnered with eBay, after being approached by the e-commerce giant.
Design Week
MAY 4, 2021
“My designs often start from little everyday moments, where I’ll think ‘Hmm, that’s interesting, how would this work as a textile?’,” says designer Sudō Reiko. Most of her ideas are born out of what she calls “a sense of wonder toward ordinary occurrences” This way of thinking is how and why she strives to blend her traditional Japanese culture and practices with cutting edge technology, producing innovative materials in the process.
Retail Times
MAY 4, 2021
Chase Distillery has introduced a new flavoured variant to its English countryside collection, with the launch of the Chase Raspberry & Basil Gin.
Design Week
MAY 4, 2021
“My designs often start from little everyday moments, where I’ll think ‘Hmm, that’s interesting, how would this work as a textile?’,” says designer Sudō Reiko. Most of her ideas are born out of what she calls “a sense of wonder toward ordinary occurrences” This way of thinking is how and why she strives to blend her traditional Japanese culture and practices with cutting edge technology, producing innovative materials in the process.
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Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.
Retail Times
MAY 4, 2021
Britvic today announces the acquisition of Plenish, the plant-based milks, cold-pressed juices and shots company, and one of the most exciting brands in its category in Great Britain. Plenish joins Britvic’s portfolio of market-leading brands and strengthens the Group’s offering in the fast-growing plant-based segment.
Design Week
MAY 4, 2021
Online talks: Right Aligned, from Coventry Design Festival. While Coventry Design Festival is not returning until May 2022, the team has devised a series of online talks in an attempt to inspire creative minds during lockdown. Right Aligned has so far had sit-downs with studios including Koto and Two times Elliott, while the upcoming programme promises more candid insights into the world of design.
Retail Times
MAY 4, 2021
Comfort, the UK’s #1 rinse conditioner, is relaunching its portfolio to reinforce its position as the clothes care expert. Through revolutionary new product technology, new pack design and a high impact campaign, the brand will give shoppers a new reason to add Comfort to their baskets.
Design Week
MAY 4, 2021
Online talks: Right Aligned, from Coventry Design Festival. While Coventry Design Festival is not returning until May 2022, the team has devised a series of online talks in an attempt to inspire creative minds during lockdown. Right Aligned has so far had sit-downs with studios including Koto and Two times Elliott, while the upcoming programme promises more candid insights into the world of design.
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
Retail Times
MAY 4, 2021
Bringg, the leading delivery and fulfilment cloud platform provider, released findings today from a recent survey in its report, State of Last Mile Logistics. The report examines how logistics providers are focusing their last mile operations today, and highlights gaps in how key goals and priorities are being met through last mile technology.
Talking Retail
MAY 4, 2021
The return of the summer of sport will drive sales of 413 million pints of beer in the UK off-trade this June, Budweiser Brewing Group predicts. The company is forecasting that sales of beer in the summer months will grow around 20% compared to the last year of regular trading in 2019, equivalent to an. This story continues at Summer of sport to help sell 413 million pints of beer in off-trade.
Retail Times
MAY 4, 2021
After its original launch date was postponed owing to the second national lockdown in November, IKEA’s long-awaited Buy Back service is now available in the UK. The new and innovative service encourages customers to sell back furniture that they no longer need and, in return, receive a voucher to spend at the store when they need something. The furniture will be resold by the retailer within their Circular Hubs (previously Bargain Corner), at even more affordable prices, thereby giving a second
Compliantia
MAY 4, 2021
Consistency is the bedrock of any successful franchise business. Customers expect the same experience from your brand no matter where they’re shopping, eating or staying, which is why it’s important to keep your franchisees in check and ensure they stay consistent with brand standards, corporate guidelines and policies. . A good starting point to achieving this lies in having solid training programs and resources.
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