Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Ghalia BOUSTANI. Retail Consultant | Published author | Visiting lecturer An Exploration of Neo-Surrealism This year, the Maison & Objet fair took a bold turn with its theme, Sur/Reality. This neo-surrealist concept, as surprising as it is inspiring, perfectly embodies the fair’s mission: to push the boundaries of commerce, encourage the discovery of unexpected products, and delight visitors at every moment.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
The Worktech Academy has released its World of Work in 2025 report (the authors include Design Week founder, Jeremy Myerson.) It highlights 25 ideas and trends predicted to shape the future of the workplace through the lens of, “technology, people, place, culture and design.
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Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Indian retail conglomerate Reliance Retail has introduced an app in India to sell Sheins fashion products through a licensing agreement, marking the Chinese brand’s return after a five-year ban due to diplomatic tensions. The app, launched quietly by billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s Reliance on Saturday, represents a strategic shift from the company’s usual practice of integrating brands into its Ajio platform.
Retail Works Inc
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Five tips on the fifth of each month: What five things can you do in one month to make a difference on your selling floor? Tulips Everywhere – Think tulips and lots of them. Imagine hundreds of silk tulips packed into metal buckets, painted containers, or glass vases. Scatter them throughout your store: a dozen on pedestals in the window, more on tables, shelves, and countertops.
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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
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is looking to recruit over 500 new apprentices across the UK in 2025. The UKs fourth-largest supermarket is welcoming applications for its apprenticeship scheme, with opportunities now live across stores and warehouse roles.
Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 1, 2025
Renowned men’s personal care brand, Dr Squatch has achieved international success leading on from its partnership with J&J Global Fulfilment. Dr Squatch, which had already achieved an astounding level of success in the United States, partnered with one of the UKs leading eCommerce fulfilment specialists, J&J Global Fulfilment to support growth in the United Kingdom, Europe, and Australia.
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Dezeen
FEBRUARY 1, 2025
Shoe brand Veja's Brooklyn store by local studio Office JDY features lime-plaster walls and displays, exposed brickwork and an outdoor courtyard wrapped in red-coloured wood. The French footwear company's Williamsburg space was outfitted to reflect its "sustainability-focused ethos and minimalist aesthetic", according to Office JDY. The building's original materials including red brick, concrete blocks and plaster were left exposed in the open sales floor The studio left much of the single-store
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 2, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As more families choose to shop at M&S, the retailer has invested in the price of over 300 family favourite products – as it re-affirms its commitment to delivering trusted value and everyday low prices on the products that matter most to its 32m customers.
Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
As consumers move seamlessly between online, mobile, and physical store channels, retailers must keep pace through an omnichannel strategyone that unifies every customer touchpoint into a cohesive, frictionless journey. Achieving this level of integration demands meticulous planning, strong infrastructure, and expert technical support to ensure each component operates harmoniously.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Australians are expected to spend a record $535 million on Valentine’s Day presents for their loved ones this year. According to the Australian Retailers Association, 3.8 million Australians intend to buy gifts for their special people this year, spending $70 million (up to 15 per cent) on last year. This marks the first time that Valentine’s Day spending has exceeded $500 million.
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
Design Week
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
When it comes to a potential new client, no designer likes hearing the word “no.” But at least when they do, they can move on to something else. Increasingly, designers say that they hear nothing back from clients, sometimes after detailed discussions and bespoke presentations. “More often than not, when we get a ‘no’, the […] Source What to read next: Every logo design scene in The Apprentice | “Design is a team sport” – an hour with IDEO
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Raju Sauces, a Manchester-based start-up, has secured listings in Ocado and Selfridges London for itsrange of sauces, which fuse favours from different cultures. The three-strong line-up: Hot Lime Pickle, Sweet Chilli Mango and Tangy Tamarind BBQ sauce are already available in delis and c-stores, as well as online.
Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Planning approval has been granted for the reconfiguration of four entrances at Highcross Shopping Centre, one of NewRivers capital partnership assets in Leicester. Highcross , a 1,100,000 sq ft regional shopping centre sits in the heart of Leicester and is the principal retail and leisure offer within the city and beyond. The four entrances – East Gates, High Street, Church Gate and Bond Street – will be reconfigured to improve customer accessibility and wayfinding, whilst the conte
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
Pandora’s ANZ GM Travis Liddle will step down from the role at the end of this month after 4.5 years with the company. Initially sales director within the Pacific Greater Asia cluster, he assumed the GM role in September 2023. Leaving Pandora and this incredible team has not been an easy decision,” he said in a statement. “Im proud of what weve achieved and excited to see the Pandora ANZ cluster thrive under new leadership.
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.
Design Middleeast
FEBRUARY 5, 2025
MillerKnoll, a global collective of dynamic design brands, has unveiled a new sustainability strategy and published its 2024 Better World Report, detailing the companys efforts to design a better future for MillerKnoll associates, communities around the globe and the planet we share. Climate change is an urgent, global challenge, and at MillerKnoll, we are taking bold steps to drive change, said Andi Owen, CEO of MillerKnoll.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Artisanal chocolate producer Gnaw continues to pursue its ambitious sustainable agenda in 2025 with the introduction of new eco-friendly pouches for their iconic Chocolate Buttons. The state-of-the-art EvoPak RCM is a 100% recyclable paper wrapper, which unlike a majority of its so-called environmentally friendly paper wrapper peers contains no polyethyl
Retail Focus
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
FatFace has announced that it has opened a new store in Westport, the first time that the lifestyle brand has opened a store on the West Coast of Ireland. Measuring 1,571 sq feet in size, the new store will allow customers to explore and purchase FatFaces latest collection, as well as iconic items from its core range. The Westport location will create 8 new jobs, with the new crew embodying FatFaces core values.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 2, 2025
Coles reportedly plans to cut its range by at least 10 per cent to boost sales and achieve higher profit. According to the Australian Financial Review , the supermarket chain has been working with consultants at Bain over past months. The company has not specified the type of products that will be affected. A Coles spokesperson told the AFR the retailer was working with suppliers to improve the value, quality, range and availability of its products.
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.
Design Wanted
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Nxt Museum invites you to stand still and allow yourself to genuinely digest the space around youa curated space that […] The post Do you see what I see? appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Beechdean has partnered with YouTube collective the Sidemen, to spin its much-loved SIDES ice cream range into retail, following huge demand from restaurant customers. SIDES restaurants are best known for their quality fried chicken, but their ice creams have proven hugely popular since launching in December 2024.
Retail Design Blog
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
PARIGOT, a fashion boutique that has primarily focused on womens wear in the Tokyo metropolitan area, has opened its first.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Woolworths CEO, Amanda Bardwell, announced major changes to the groups food leadership her first major organisational restructure since taking over from Brad Banducci in September last year. Divisions that were previously run separately, including Woolworths Supermarkets, Metro Greenstock and Woolworths Food Company Retail, have been united under a new banner, Woolworths Retail, led by managing director Annette Karantoni.
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Design Wanted
FEBRUARY 2, 2025
Lilo Klinkenberg, founder of Studio Lilo in Berlin, has established herself as an innovative force in botanical design and spatial […] The post Between urban and natural: the work of Studio Lilo appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! February sees the eagerly anticipated re-emergence of Pep & Lekker within the plant-based fixture, no longer as a tasty, pocket-sized savoury nibble, but as a functional cracker that once again supports improved gut health and a wholesome gluten-free agenda, made to an ambitious allergy-free recipe using 12 plant varieties made from the whole six pla
Retail Design Blog
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
Hendys design for Fuscoe Engineerings Irvine headquarters reflects its employee-owned culture with innovation and sustainability, featuring natural elements, ergonomic furniture,
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Woolworths has appointed new leaders for its retail business as part of the supermarket chain’s organisational changes. The company has named Annette Karantoni as MD of Woolworths Retail, reporting to the group’s CEO Amanda Bardwell. Prior to the new role, Karantoni held several leadership positions at Woolworths including as chief supply chain officer of the group and as MD of Primary Connect.
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
Design Wanted
FEBRUARY 7, 2025
China is a land of immense opportunities, especially for designers. Some industrial districts count thousands of manufacturers, making the demand […] The post Mario Tsai, the Super Designer appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 2, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Extra Flamin’ Hot just got hotter bagging itself the title of Product of the Year in the Crisps and Bagged Snacks category for its Doritos, Walkers MAX, and Wotsits Crunchy crisps, shooting the spicy snack to sizzling stardom.
Retail Design Blog
FEBRUARY 6, 2025
PIMS is a tea salon inspired by Chinas contemporary tea-based drink craze. Founded in 2019 by entrepreneurs Artur Shusteriovas and.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 3, 2025
Several retailers have been warned by Australia’s consumer watchdog over potentially misleading and problematic terms and conditions for product returns and warranties. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) conducted a sweep of more than 2000 retail websites and subsequently raised concerns over businesses imposing time limits for returning defective products.
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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