Design Boom
AUGUST 1, 2024
the maison portocale by L'AURA ORTÍN features a series of flexible fitting rooms with terracotta curtains and corrugated mesh walls. The post bridal catwalk meets flexible fitting rooms in terracotta-hued spanish store by L’AURA ORTÍN appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 1, 2024
Fact: I unashamedly judge a book by its cover. It’s a thing. This is why I jumped at the chance to interview Juan Campderá Lozano, the founding partner and CEO of Aktiva Brand Experience Design; a leading European creative agency in branding, packaging, and communication for the premium sector. Lozano is a regular commentator on packaging design specific to the beauty industry.
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Design Boom
AUGUST 1, 2024
textured stucco walls complement the stone's warmth, while stainless steel shelves, taps, and fixtures add a cool, precise touch. The post chunks of quarry stones welcome customers inside barcelona’s aesop diagonal store appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 1, 2024
Peter Alexander has opened its largest store in SA at Harbour Town Premium Outlets in Adelaide. The sleepwear designer brand said it moved to the larger 412sqm site to meet an overwhelming demand for its products. “It has come as no surprise that sales for Peter Alexander doubled on the opening weekend compared to its previous store location at the centre, during the same period last year,” said Kylie Neal, centre manager at Harbour Town Premium Outlets Adelaide.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Design Boom
AUGUST 1, 2024
mind-bending artist alex chinneck transforms Hermés store in hong kong with extraordinary kinetic sculptures. The post Hermès hong kong comes alive with kinetic ‘living rooms’ by sculptor alex chinneck appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 1, 2024
In an age of online shopping and social , it is not often to see a bricks-and-mortar change last, let alone thrive. However, one legacy hardware supplier just hit its 100-year-anniversay mark and is showing no signs of slowing down. Inside Retail connected with Jason Hipskind, vice president of new business at Ace Hardware, to learn more about how the brand has survived to reach its centennial anniversary and the company’s plans to keep the momentum going strong.
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Inside Retail
AUGUST 1, 2024
In Hong Kong, sports goods retailer Decathlon is offering members of its customer loyalty program free lifetime returns – and the numbers suggest the bold risk is paying off. The policy was decided on by Decathlon’s senior Hong Kong management as something special to the market, very much an outlier for the group internationally. In most markets around the world, the French headquartered retail giant mandates a year limit for returning goods, but in Hong Kong, the retailer sees the policy as a k
RetailMinded
AUGUST 1, 2024
In the age of e-commerce, it is important to ensure that every store owner has the ability to efficiently manage inventory. Retail business these days is not only offline but also online. Regardless, the importance of inventory management remains the same. In this guide, we’ll discuss how you can streamline the process and utilize various technologies and strategies that we will outline.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 1, 2024
Kontoor Brands, parent of apparel labels Wrangler and Lee, has again raised its full-year guidance after reporting “better-than-expected” results for the second quarter. The company’s revenue outlook remains in the range of US$2.57 to $2.63 billion, but adjusted operating income is now expected to be at the higher end of the $377 to $387 million range, representing an increase of 10-11 per cent.
Design Wanted
AUGUST 1, 2024
Studio 7.5, founded in 1992, has built its reputation by exploring the intersection of technology, human behavior, and culture, without […] The post Crafting design through technology and experience – meet Studio 7.5 appeared first on DesignWanted.
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AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran
Inside Retail
AUGUST 1, 2024
E-commerce giant Ebay has posted improvements in sales and earnings for the second quarter, which management said exceeded previous expectations. The company’s revenue for the quarter ended June 30 reached $2.6 billion, up 1 per cent on a reported basis and up 2 per cent on an FX-neutral basis. Gross merchandise volume (GMV) rose 1 per cent on both reported and FX-neutral basis to $18.4 billion.
Design Wanted
AUGUST 1, 2024
Ponda, the mind behind the creation of the innovative material BioPuff, is a UK-based company addressing sustainability in design creations […] The post Nature’s warmth: the ecological impact of innovative plant-based insulation appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The latest quarterly figures (Q4 covering January to March 2024) released by Network Rail Property have revealed a like-for-like (LFL) retail sales* increase of +12.6% across its retail portfolio of 19 managed stations throughout Great Britain.
Design Wanted
AUGUST 1, 2024
Erco Lai is an innovative industrial designer who seamlessly blends traditional craftsmanship with modern digital fabrication, with a deep focus […] The post Designing for material circularity and sustainable manufacturing appeared first on DesignWanted.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Global Shop
AUGUST 1, 2024
Running a standard manufacturing business is tough, but imagine doing it for a self-sufficient, state corrections enterprise that produces 500 different products and services across seven locations. That’s the challenge Alabama Correctional Industries (ACI) faces every day. ACI isn’t just any business—it manufactures furniture and supplies for state departments while providing work training for inmates of the Alabama Department of Corrections.
Design Wanted
AUGUST 1, 2024
Loutd, founded by Juergen Seidler, emerged almost by accident in September 2018 when a search for a replacement for broken […] The post New generation HiFi, emphasizing design and customized audio experiences appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Hotel Chocolat, the luxury cacao grower and chocolatier, unveils its new bakes and savouries collection across its key North Yorkshire and West Yorkshire stores: Harrogate, Leeds Trinity, Leeds Springs, and Ilkley (which is set to open late September).
Design Middleeast
AUGUST 1, 2024
As temperatures soar, Chattels & More introduces its “Lazy Summer” campaign, designed to help you relax and stay cool at home. This campaign highlights a curated selection of sofa beds, reclining sofas, armchairs, and modular sofas, perfect for ultimate comfort and relaxation. As the centerpiece of the living room, sofas play a vital role in daily life, offering a space for both quality time and solo relaxation.
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Entering its fifth consecutive year, Ben’s Original continues to Stand Against Hunger in partnership with the Trussell Trust – as the pair continue to stand together for a future where no one in the UK needs to rely on food banks.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Following today’s release of Next’s figures for the 13 weeks ending 29th July 2024; Emily Salter, lead retail analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “All eyes in retail will have been on Next’s Q2 FY2024/25 update today, to get an indication of how much impact the poor weather over summer […] If you want more
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Zest, the UK’s fastest growing investor-operator of public access EV charging infrastructure, has announced a new partnership with Starbucks franchise operator Café Fortune. Zest is providing six 120kW rapid charging bays at the newly opened Starbucks Alfreton site, matching customers’ typical length of stay and allowing them to quickly recharge at a tim
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Weetabix, the UK’s favourite breakfast cereal, furthers its message of giving the nation ‘The ‘Weetabix Advantage’ with the launch of a new £1million TV advertising campaign, developed and managed by Mindshare in partnership with ITV and its flagship quiz show, The Chase.
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Luscombe Drinks, the innovative soft drinks producer famed for its commitment to using the finest ingredients, is excited to announce the launch of its bottled water brand, ‘Dartmoor Spring’ The new range, featuring both still and sparkling water, will be available in convenient 27cl bottles through Luscombe’s existing distribution network.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A brand new service station and Co-op store is set to launch this week (Thursday, 1 August) located in Nitshill Road, Darnley, forming part of a new franchise agreement between the convenience retailer and the petrol forecourt business, EG On The Move.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Gola Classics is pleased to announce the debut of its first limited-edition women’s apparel collection with long-time retail partner, Anthropologie. The collection of leisurewear will be available on Anthropologie’s e-commerce site, as well as select stores across the US and UK.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This week the UK’s largest independent fragrance retailer, The Fragrance Shop, was thrilled to be spraying a little happiness at Fort Kinnaird with the grand opening of a brand-new store. Bringing TFS’s magic to Edinburgh for the first time, the exciting new retail space stocks over 100 cult-following brands, ensuring that customers have access to
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AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Air Wick’s Botanica brand has launched a new premium range, Botanica Origins, to meet a growing demand for luxury and sophistication in mass air care. Introduced to market with a set of luxury scented candles, Botanica Origins draws on the expertise in innovation by parent brand Reckitt and weaves a rich brand story to connect […] If you want more
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! YAZOO, the UK’s number one flavoured milk brand, with a 31.6% volume market share, has just launched a brand-new out-of-home competition that takes its retailers to new heights (literally!). Kicking off this week (from 29th July) and running until 13th October 2024, retailers across the UK can enter to be in with a chance of winning seriously refreshing
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! July remained steady month on month with retail footfall rising by only +0.5% in all UK retail destinations from June. This was mainly led by high street footfall increasing by +1.1% whereas retail parks and shopping centres saw no change.
Retail Times
AUGUST 1, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Retail Express’ Ed Betts explores the difficulty and inequality of legacy joint business planning, and reveals the ways in which retailers can revolutionise the practice For all that unites them, retailers and suppliers plan in very different ways.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
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