Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Many retailers are searching for innovative ways to attract foot traffic. This is particularly important in an age of online shopping, where bricks and mortar locations have more competition than ever. With that in mind, let’s take a look at eight strategic themes for store window displays, designed to cater to varying consumer preferences. Each idea factors in unique shopper demographics and seasons, ultimately driving business growth.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Westfield Knox in Victoria will open a new fashion retail precinct later this year, which will serve as home to popular brands including Uniqlo, JD Sports, Glue Store, and General Pants Co. “We’re very pleased to be part of Westfield Knox’s exciting redevelopment and investment into the local community, and we are excited to finally share that we will be opening a Uniqlo store in Westfield Knox later this year,” said a Uniqlo spokesperson. “We are excited to present our u

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Design Boom

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

the interiors recalls the traditional fabric ateliers of china. The post neri&hu weaves green marble, brass & linen screens into Ms MIN’s retail space in shanghai appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Design Wanted

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Doimo Cucine is presenting its new website. Apparently not big news in a digitally frantic world, but this is just the last step of a deep […] The post A new communication to find a brand’s soul appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Lendlease has announced that Kiki and Miumiu, the independent food market specialising in pan-Asian produce which started its business at Elephant Park , is to upsize on Walworth Road at the thriving Zone 1 London neighbourhood, more than doubling its footprint at the destination. Extending into the adjacent unit, the new larger store will cover 4,745 sq ft and elevate Kiki and Miumiu’s offer, also bringing in Taiwanese bubble tea concept, T4.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

JD Sports Fashion said it considers Australia a principal market in Asia Pacific on the back of the inauguration of the flagship store in Sydney, which the company says is its most successful new store opening globally. The UK-headquartered sports fashion retailer opened the flagship store in Sydney in August and said it is on track to relocate its Sydney distribution centre to a new expanded site in FY24, as it anticipates the next stage of growth.

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Design Wanted

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Scheduled for November 15th, 2023, the Kyoto Global Design Awards event kicks off with the captivating Ikebana Experience, continues with a showcase of traditional arts and […] The post From Kyoto to the World – celebrating the 2023 Kyoto Global Design Awards appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Scurri , the next-generation delivery management platform, today announces a strategic partnership with ArrowXL – the UK’s largest and longest established two-person home delivery specialist – allowing retailers on the Scurri platform to deliver bulky and larger size online orders across the country. With over 40 years of experience in the UK logistics sector ArrowXL make over two million deliveries on average each year.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The upcoming referendum on whether Australia should enshrine a constitutional Voice to Parliament is looking more and more divisive each day. And, while businesses have thrown their full support behind such social causes in the past, such as with Australia’s marriage equality vote and the Black Lives Matter movement, on the Voice it seems that fewer retailers are weighing in, and engaging.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre retailer, is growing its line up of retail experts in Northern Ireland through a new partnership with Workforce, and Antrim and Newtonabbey Council. The news comes ahead of the opening of Dobbies new 110,000 sq ft store at The Junction on 5 October 2023 which will be the biggest in its […] If you want more in

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Design Wanted

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The NPO Aoyama Design Forum (ADF) announced the 14th edition of the ADF Design Award 2024, an international design competition organized by ADF. Submissions for the […] The post ADF Design Award 2024: Call for Entries is open appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

While owning a bar or restaurant is undeniably exciting, this journey is often strewn with myriad challenges that can keep even the most hardened entrepreneur awake at night. But that doesn’t mean you have to lose heart just yet! With a bit of research, strategic thinking, and the right approach, you can discover various challenges that bar and restaurant owners often face and how you can deal with them.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Coachtopia is an amalgamation of the word utopia and Coach. Launched in April this year, Coachtopia is a subset of the original American leather and apparel brand, founded in 1941, with a mission to tap into the growing demand for circular fashion. What does it mean for a product to be circular? Coachtopia follows three rules, dubbed the ‘Made Circular’ principles.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is backing the Marine Conservation Society’s Beachwatch programme with a £50,000 sponsorship. The supermarket becomes the biggest corporate funder of the Marine Conservation Society’s beach cleaning and litter survey project, Beachwatch, which aims to support more than 15,000 volunteers to participate in 1,200 local beach cleans over the next year.

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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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Compliantia

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Retail audits, store visits and hotel assessments are proven to protect the brand , drive brand standards, increase customer satisfaction and mitigate risks in multi-unit retail and hospitality. How exactly will retail audits conducted with Bindy benefit you ? Here are some of the benefits you can expect from regularly visiting and auditing your sites with Bindy.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

We all love a good shopping spree, right? Turns out, there’s more to it than snagging that perfect outfit or the latest tech gadget. It can actually do wonders for your mental health. When you’re done using your slots canada login, we’ll dive into the psychological benefits of retail therapy and dish out some tips for the most positive shopping experience.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Not that long ago, online retailers would have had a website designed and built, then launched and prayed. But these days they have a new tool to rely on that takes away the guesswork: Experimentation shortens the time it takes to go to market and speeds the improvement process. That, says Paul Tannock, head of ANZ and emerging markets with Niteco, can double visitor signups, increase margins and – best of all – boost sales because experimentation, as a process, can deliver real-time intelligenc

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! You’ve heard about the pub crawl, but what about a grub crawl? With hundreds of thousands* of freshers due to flock to their new homes this September, Deliveroo launches The Grub Crawl: free foodie tours across Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester and Bristol, to help students make new mates while grabbing a bite to eat.

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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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Design Wanted

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The innovative Clouds collection designed by the Italian studio IAMMI transforms seating by capturing the elegance and weightlessness of clouds, all while embracing eco-friendly principles. Meticulously […] The post Eco-friendly grace: where whimsical aesthetics meets conscious materials appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Design Middleeast

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Chef Jason Atherton discusses the opening of his new restaurant Row on 45 in Dubai, which features exquisite interior design by LW Design. By Roma Arora What inspired acclaimed chef Jason Atherton to open the Row on 45 in Dubai? It has always been our goal to operate a modest boutique restaurant where we can truly express ourselves. Row on 45 provided me with a blank canvas on which to combine my global experience with the rich culture of Dubai.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Outdoor apparel retailer KMD Brands has witnessed an increase in sales and net profit in FY23 on the back of improved performance across all its businesses – with the Rip Curl and Oboz brands achieving record sales. Sales grew 12.6 per cent to $1.01 billion, with earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) rising 15.1 per cent to $97.4 million and net profit after tax jumping 8.6 per cent to $39.8 million.

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Retail Design Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Bosgaurus Coffee Roasters is a local expert serving farm-to-table specialty coffee. With the slogan “keeping dreams awake”, they persistently experiment.

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

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Mindful Design

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

When walking into your favorite store, have you ever considered why certain products catch your eye, or why you are drawn to a particular section? The answer often lies in the store’s layout and design. Shop owners and retailers understand that a well-thought-out layout can have a profound effect on sales. The layout of a […] The post Boosting Profits – How Your Store Layout Can Impact Sales appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! From 1st October this year, new ‘Not for EU’ labels will have to be included on many of our favourite food products that cross the border between the UK and Northern Ireland. Shoppers are already beginning to spot new labels among the supermarket shelves and soon, they’ll be everywhere.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Fiskars Group has signed an agreement to acquire the parent company of Danish design house Georg Jensen from Investcorp for EUR151.5 million (US$161 million). Fiskars Group is a global home of design-driven brands for indoor and outdoor living including Fiskars, Gerber, Iittala, Royal Copenhagen, Moomin Arabia, Waterford, and Wedgwood, with presence in more than 100 countries.

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Retail Design Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The Green partnered with Oetee to turn a 10,000 square foot warehouse into a state of the art golf-simulating entertainment.

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Eye on ESG

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

UK Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, has announced a major U-turn on the UK’s “net zero” policies. This amounts to 3 key policy changes: Electric vehicles – 3 years after announcing a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles from 2030, the ban has been delayed to 2035; New exceptions to ban on sale of new domestic gas boilers from 2035 – although the ban on the sale of new gas boilers from 2035 remains, new exceptions will be introduced to help poorer households, although the details are to

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Retail Times

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Post Office is evolving and expanding its retail offering in branches to turn them into one-stop shops to further support communities, by helping to fill the gap left by the demise of local high streets. The shifts in consumers’ traditional retail patterns have seen a growing trend to shop local and stay local – a […] If you want more inform

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Chinese fashion giant Shein has been reported to be in talks with Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group to acquire the UK-based fashion platform Missguided. Sky News said the two companies have been negotiating for several weeks. The move came about a year after Missguided was brought out of administration by Frasers Group for £20 million. The deal, if it happens, will mark Shein’s first acquisition of a UK label.

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Retail Design Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

One Space Limited created a fun and sophisticated space that flows to the outdoors for a private banking company’s client.

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Speaker: Joe Heather, Deliverect GM (UK&I) & Noah Hayes, Deliverect GM (US&CA)

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Quick Commerce (Q-commerce) are two vibrant sectors that have undergone significant transformations with the advancements in digital technology. With growing internet penetration and the proliferation of smartphones, consumers' purchasing habits have unsurprisingly evolved. They now demand quick, convenient, and seamless shopping experiences, which both FMCG and Q-commerce sectors strive to provide.

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