Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2025

In the early years of online shopping, bricks-and-mortar retailers were terrified about “showrooming” This was the idea that consumers would browse products in stores – touch them, try them on – and then go and buy them cheaply online. But the reality in 2025 is that the reverse is happening in Australia. According to recent Publicis Sapient research while online is growing as a source of sales, the majority of sales (86 per cent) still result from stores.

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RetailMinded

APRIL 2, 2025

Youve poured your heart into creating a product. Say, a handmade candle or a trendy snack bar, and its finally ready to hit the shelves. Youre excited to see it in customers hands, but then the first shipment arrives at their doors. The boxes are crushed, the labels are smudged, or worse, the product inside is broken. Suddenly, your dream launch turns into a flood of complaints, and all that hard work feels wasted.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

Retail is evolving quickly, and if you want to stay competitive, your offers need to do more than just entice. They should work smarter, adapt faster, and deliver value to both you and your customers. This article breaks down five innovative offer strategies that can give your retail business the edge. Keep reading to find out which tactics can help you increase conversions and drive real growth.

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Barber Design

APRIL 23, 2025

Why longevity in store design is better for businessand for the planet. Following our recent blog on best practices in sustainable retail design and environmentally conscious fit-outs ( here ), we wanted to dig deeper into a topic that sits at the heart of how we design at Barber: longevity. Fast fashion may still thrive on throwaway culture, but younger generations, particularly Gen Z and Gen Alpha, are rewriting the rulebook.

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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.

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

APRIL 2, 2025

Every detail matters when selecting a corporate event venue, no matter how significant or trivial these details may seem. Theyre the difference between your guests having a memorable experience and coming away with a unanimously positive feeling about your business and wishing theyd never bothered to turn up. You can avoid the latter fate by taking the below factors into consideration when planning your event. 1.

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Design Boom

APRIL 26, 2025

with nearly four meters of ceiling height and a barrier-free layout, the flagship operates more like an open house than a conventional store. The post el departamento turns nude project’s madrid flagship into a hollywood-style ‘open mansion’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Promotion Tech

APRIL 16, 2025

Author: Deborah Zupancic Photo By: Michael Wambangco There was a time when digital signage was considered a nice to have – a little extra flair to brighten up a space or advertise a special. But those days are long gone. Today, digital signage is no longer background noise. Its an active, intentional, strategic tool in shaping the customer journey.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 2, 2025

Barbara Chapman FBDS -BDS Director & Vice Chair – insta@babscreates Who are The British Display Society I hear you ask? Well then let me explain. I myself am a Director and Vice Chair of the society and although we have been established for over sixty years, our aims have never deviated during that time… We are a charity organisation who are deeply passionate about driving the future of this amazing Creative and Visual industry.

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Retail Times

APRIL 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Carl Friedrik x Williams Racing will be launching an exclusive co-branded travel collection on April 16th. Born from a two-year licensing deal, this collaboration unites two British powerhouses in a celebration of precision, innovation, and effortless movement.

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Mindful Design

APRIL 30, 2025

As the CBD and vape industries continue to boom, competition is heating up and design has become a key differentiator. No longer just about selling products, modern vape and CBD shops must create immersive, memorable experiences that keep customers coming back. If you’re planning to open or refresh your interior, understanding the trends shaping […] The post The Future of Vape and CBD Shop Design – 7 Trends You Cant Ignore appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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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

Design Boom

APRIL 13, 2025

a skate bowl floats eight feet above the floor to cast shadows, shape space, and create an unusual dialogue between voids and volumes. The post supreme opens new miami store with colossal floating skate bowl appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 22, 2025

Melanie Remai is set to take over as CEO of Cue Clothing and its brand Veronika Maine, which the Levis family recently sold to British asset manager Hilco Capital. Remai, former GM of Country Road Group’s Trenery brand, will take over from Simon Schofield in August as part of the deal. The Cue and Veronika Maine brands are synonymous with iconic Australian design and quality clothing.

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RetailMinded

APRIL 2, 2025

Shoppers are looking for faster ways to eat better. Its not a passing trendits a response to packed schedules, growing nutritional awareness, and a stronger focus on long-term wellness. For independent retailers, especially those without the margin for guesswork, this shift signals a change in how product selection, inventory, and customer engagement need to evolve.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 30, 2025

Vivobarefoot is thrilled to announce the opening of its newest UK store at 84 Park Street, Bristol BS1 5LA , officially welcoming the public from Wednesday, 30th April 2025. This exciting launch follows the opening of Vivobarefoots new nature-inspired headquarters at Barley Wood Walled Garden a regenerative workplace nestled in Somersets countryside.

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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

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Retail Times

APRIL 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Approximately 500 high-tech, digital screens are being rolled out across Superdrug stores up and down the country, in a bid to digitalise the retailers bricks and mortar estate and serve customers tailor-made content.

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Drytac

APRIL 14, 2025

Authored by Chris Crawford , Territory Sales Manager for Southwest US, Drytac Short-term events such as trade shows, pop-up shops, corporate gatherings, or even weddings all have one thing in common: they move fast and are over before you know it. Thats why print providers need to ensure the graphics they produce for these events make a big impact in the short time they’re on display.

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Design Boom

APRIL 23, 2025

interior layout highlights missonis iconic patterns and color palette. The post gradient satin-finished metal envelops missoni home boutique by LIT studio in milan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 3, 2025

Yarn’n, a First Nations-owned e-commerce brand and maker of environmentally conscious toilet rolls, has clinched an exclusive partnership with supermarket giant Woolworths as it continues to scale its ethical, sustainable and socially conscious business model. With a strong commitment to reducing environmental impact and directing a substantial profit share to the Yalari Foundation, Yarnn is transforming how consumers think about everyday essentials.

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Speaker: David Nisbet, 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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Design Middleeast

APRIL 24, 2025

Indian Hotels Company (IHCL) and BNW Developments have officially launched Taj Wellington Mews in Ras Al Khaimah, a waterfront luxury development that saw 97 units reserved within 24 hours The luxury development made headlines as 97 units were snapped up within 24 hours of launch Indian Hotels Company (IHCL), India’s largest hospitality company, debuted Taj Wellington Mews on the picturesque Al Marjan Island , Ras Al-Khaimah, in partnership with BNW Developments, a leading name in the luxu

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Retail Focus

APRIL 30, 2025

Driving forward as a truly global logistics platform for omnichannel brands, fulfilmentcrowd has announced that it is expanding its global footprint with a new fulfilment centre based in Australia. Kemps Creek is a 20,000 square ft fulfilment centre located at the Oakdale South Industrial Estate in Sydney, NSW. The site, which opened in November 2018, can store 2 million cartons, and includes a digital scanning facility.

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Retail Times

APRIL 2, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The House of Remy Martin announces a limited-edition Remy Martin XO decanter created with renowned contemporary artist Anish Kapoor and reveals his exclusive artwork Mirroring Infinite Possibilities in celebration of this collaboration.

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Promotion Tech

APRIL 10, 2025

Author: Mike Musto Photo by: Joshua Earle Retail sales in the U.S. contracted 0.9% month-over-month in January 2025 a sharper decline than expected ( source ). Its not surprising when you consider the daily headlines announcing store closures from major retailers like Macys, Best Buy, and Rite Aid. Having worked in brand management and experiential tech for years, Ive seen firsthand, brands failing to evolve their customer experience are the ones being left behind.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Design Boom

APRIL 3, 2025

display units are based on triangular modules, ensuring flexibility in arrangement. The post dayuan design’s hybrid retail interiors in shanghai feature modular metal display units appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2025

Australian brand Hommey is putting the homey in home goods with its brightly patterned designs, ethically sourced materials and residential-inspired approach to retail store design. Justin Kestelman, the founder and chief executive officer of Hommey, told Inside Retail he wanted to create a brand that millennials and Gen Z consumers would want to have in their homes.

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Design Middleeast

APRIL 24, 2025

MillerKnoll continues to redefine modern design through innovation, sustainability, and adaptability. In an exclusive conversation, Chris Baldwin, Group President, and Stacy Stewart, Regional Director MEA share insights into the brands latest milestones, commitment to sustainability, and the future of workplace design in the MEA region and beyond MillerKnoll continues to redefine modern design through innovation, sustainability, and adaptability Chris Balwin – Group President, MillerKnoll

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Retail Focus

APRIL 30, 2025

Wax London, the contemporary British menswear brand, is proud to announce its U.S. retail debut with a residency at The Optimist, located in the heart of Los Angeles at Platform, Culver City. Beginning this month, Los Angeles shoppers will be able to explore an expanded range of Wax Londons signature pieces, showcasing the brands elevated essentials and commitment to sustainable craftsmanship.

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Speaker: Ashlee Aldridge - Reach Partners LLC | Bill Mirabito - Chameleon Collective | Ronak Shah - PSA Retail & CPG, Amazon Web Services | Wayne Teigen - Pivotree

What trends can online merchants expect after more than two years of exponential growth? Companies must expand on the trends that exploded during the pandemic if they want to see continued growth in their businesses while facing a recessionary economy. From social commerce to BOPIS, the name of the game is to meet and sell to customers wherever they are, through multiple channels.

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Video games have never gone out of fashion, and recent years have seen a massive revival in retro titles from yesteryear. Many of these classic games have made their way onto the small screens of our mobile devices as the platform becomes an ever more legitimate form of entertainment for gamers.

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RetailMinded

APRIL 21, 2025

So, youve launched a retail business with little more than a dream, a half-maxed credit card, and a lot of caffeine. You’re not alone. Most retail founders start with almost nothing. Zero cash isnt the end, its the start of a very specific kind of hustle. What matters now is how smart you get with your next move. What you do right now, when the stakes are high and the funds are low, will shape everything.

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Design Boom

APRIL 2, 2025

the 150-square-meter space houses a store, caf, and gallery within the brand's headquarters. The post SUNNEI debuts hybrid concept store in milan with ‘non-design’ approach by 2050+ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 23, 2025

On Saturday, Baby Bunting officially unveiled its first store of the future in what CEO Mark Teperson is calling a revolution of the companys retail experience. Located in the Melbourne suburb of Maribyrnong, the 2000sqm space features a completely new store architecture with products organised by activities, such as sleep, feeding and travel, as opposed to categories, and thoughtful touches like a table where parents can feed hungry toddlers and recharge their phones.

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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.

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