Retail Focus

AUGUST 12, 2022

Dalziel & Pow have partnered with HUGO BOSS to redefine and design their new BOSS store concept and experience, which has just launched on Oxford Street, London. The purpose of the new concept is to redefine and create the new BOSS store experience, one that inspires customers to find their style confidence and #BeYourOwnBOSS. This concept reflects the brand’s new creative direction, aimed at the millennial shopper, better telling the brand’s stories and inspiring more ways to connect and we

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 9, 2022

Amazon Australia is promising its Prime members free next-day delivery in “most areas of” Melbourne and Sydney. Billed a little misleadingly as “One-Day Delivery” the online behemoth says the initiative will see Prime members receive their goods the following day “on eligible items” with an order cut-off time “which can be as late as midnight”. Goods will be delivered the next day without a minimum spend required.

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Design Week

AUGUST 10, 2022

It’s abundantly clear we’re facing a crisis of communication when it comes to recycling. Current systems leave consumers in the dark, trying to decipher incomprehensible combinations of words, pictures and colours. People simply don’t know what they can recycle or how to dispose of packaging appropriately. In every county and region the rules change.

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FC Dadson

AUGUST 9, 2022

Admittedly it's been a while since our last blog post. We went through the pandemic, and thankfully have come out on the other side. Business is strong, and we've invested in new equipment. Our most recent purchase is a brand new CNC machine, which will allow us to to increase capacity.

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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.

Retail Focus

AUGUST 12, 2022

The steele. HOUSE flagship store is a physical manifestation of all that the fashion brand embodies. From the tactility of finishes that ignite the senses, to the saturation of natural light that makes for a dreamy retail atmosphere. The boutique is the first of its kind, bringing the primarily online retail company steele into the physical realm, with help from interior design firm The Stylesmiths.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 10, 2022

Adore Beauty Group CEO Tennealle O’Shannessy is to step down prompting a global search by the company’s board for a replacement. In an ASX filing, Adore chair Marina Go said O’Shannessy would leave the company in February next year to take up a new role as CEO and MD of the Australian-listed company IDP Education. Go paid tribute to the outgoing CEO’s “outstanding leadership and contribution during a particularly challenging couple of years”.

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

AUGUST 12, 2022

“You’re a kite dancing in a hurricane, Mr. Bond.” . That’s how many mid-market, emerging brands navigating an overcrowded marketplace feel like. If you’re among the group of kites mercilessly tossed about, take heart. This classic review of Positioning by Al Ries and Jack Trout will give you a fresh start in calm waters. What is Positioning? On a basic level, positioning is a strategy for being heard in a noisy world.

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 12, 2022

Grosvenor has announced that designer retailer, Tessuti , has opened its new global flagship store at Liverpool ONE, demonstrating the brand’s ongoing vote of confidence in the destination. The new location on Paradise Street follows Tessuti’s consistently strong performance at Liverpool ONE and spans two floors measuring 22,000 sq ft. Boasting Tessuti’s biggest store to date, this is four times the size of the previous Liverpool ONE site. .

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 11, 2022

After two years of investigations into alleged “exploitation and award contraventions” workers union SDA is seeking backpay and compensation for more than 250,000 current and former staff of McDonald’s it claims have been systematically denied 10-minute rest breaks. The SDA is seeking at least $250 million in compensation and penalties in what it describes as a “mega” claim lodged with the Federal Court against McDonald’s Australia and 323 franchisees. .

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Drytac

AUGUST 8, 2022

The Ontario-based large-format print expert produced a range of eye-catching graphics for a special event based on iconic US TV sitcom FRIENDS. Ontario-based large-format printing company Global Printing Enterprises recently used Drytac ReTac Smooth 150 polymeric PVC film to produce a series of colourful graphics for the Toronto edition of the ‘FRIENDS Experience’ event.

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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.

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RetailMinded

AUGUST 11, 2022

NY NOW’s Summer Market will open it’s doors August 14-17, 2022, at the Javits Center in NYC. As part of their Summer Market experience, Retail Minded will produce five educational sessions that are complimentary to all registered attendees. A core focus of the conversations will revolve around technology, with a vast range of discussions to take place including consumer influences, economic impact, online marketplaces, social media advertising and marketing, post purchase experiences

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 10, 2022

Napoleon once described the UK as a “nation of shopkeepers”. While intended as an insult, Brits are pretty happy with that depiction as we are, indeed, a country of ingenious and creative entrepreneurs that are always looking for new ways to serve our customers better. . No more so is that spirit visible than in the retail space, where a true nation of shopkeepers are constantly evolving their offering to face the challenges and opportunities that face them. .

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 11, 2022

Department store giant David Jones unveiled the latest Spring/Summer collections this week in its Elizabeth Street flagship in Sydney. Titled Wonderworld, the runway featured a diverse range of models showcasing next season’s collections from local and international brands, with five showings executed between Wednesday and Friday for industry insiders and consumers.

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Design Wanted

AUGUST 6, 2022

Protecting the rights of pedestrians as well as smoothly enhancing the quality of life for the elderly, Korea-based Qolt Lab brilliantly designs an innovative inclusive rollator […]. The post This rollator enhances the quality of life for the elderly appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Dezeen

AUGUST 9, 2022

Fashion brand Acne Studios has opened a "monolithic" store on Paris' Rue Saint Honoré, designed in collaboration with architecture studio Arquitectura-G , that references a Stockholm skatepark and its Parisian setting. Located on Rue Saint Honoré, a historic street and renowned shopping destination in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, the store was created by Acne Studios founder Jonny Johansson in collaboration with architecture studio Arquitectura-G.

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 9, 2022

Sports Direct has opened the doors to a brand-new 35,000sq. ft store in Preston, as part of the group’s strategic expansion plans. The store, which is situated in Deepdale Shopping Park houses Sports Direct, USC, Evans Cycles and GAME as well as a Belong esports arena. James France, Group Head of Real Estate at Frasers Group said: “With each new store opening, we continue to establish ourselves as the leading destination for sports and lifestyle.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 11, 2022

German discount retailer Aldi is opening a “Dumpling Truck” pop-up, serving takeaway dinners a box of six Urban Eats dumplings for less than $1.50. From 5 pm to 7 pm tonight, (Friday), the Aldi Bankstown Central will turn into a takeaway shop, offering shoppers dumplings for $1.44 per serve – less than what some consumers pay for delivery. According to research commissioned by the retailer, almost half (46 per cent) of Aussies pay $15 to $20 on takeaway food per person per order.

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Design Week

AUGUST 8, 2022

In the heart of Antwerp’s fashion district, the ground floor of a 17th Century renaissance building is now home to Blueness. The new restaurant attempts to merge classical interior architecture with modern Scandinavian design. Conveying “a journey through time” was a key focus for Danish design studio Space Copenhagen, which is why much of the building’s original detailing is still visible.

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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.

Social Media

Dezeen

AUGUST 6, 2022

The history of Toronto 's Yorkville neighbourhood informed this store for skincare brand Aesop , which local studio Odami has given ruby-toned walls and smooth beige counters. Odami , a design studio based several blocks west of the Aesop Yorkville shop, used features typical of the area as a starting point for elements of the design. Aesop's third store in Toronto includes a "fragrance library" for testing the brand's new aromas.

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 9, 2022

Marc Jacobs returns to London with the opening of its Regent Street flagship – the largest boutique outside of the United States. Accented with bright pink neon signs and featuring a custom-built photo booth, the 2666sqft store is the first location in the country where clients can discover Marc Jacobs ready-to-wear, including the monogram collection first seen on the runway for AW21.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 8, 2022

Ampol has opened its first pilot AmpCharge electric vehicle (EV) charging site, outside a Woolworths MetroGo store in Alexandria, Sydney. Matt Halliday, Ampol’s MD and CEO, said the business’ shift to offer new energy solutions supports the uptake of battery electric vehicles across Australia. “As the energy needs of our customers evolve and more of us are choosing electric vehicles, Ampol is also transitioning to provide a range of fast and reliable electric vehicle charging solutions.”.

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Design Week

AUGUST 11, 2022

Royal Pavilion and Museums Trust has been renamed Brighton & Hove Museums in a rebranding project led by Baxter & Bailey, designed to spotlight six cultural venues in an equitable way. The Brighton-based studio won the project through a credentials pitch and was initially only meant to redesign the website. Baxter & Bailey creative director Matt Baxter says that after conversations with the client.

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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.

Strategy

All Work

AUGUST 8, 2022

The workplace is undergoing a significant post-pandemic transformation, but how will we describe this transformation in the future? Whether office-first or remote-first, organizations are recognizing that if their workplace investment doesn’t serve the needs of its people, then it’s a waste of money. Ryan Anderson of MillerKnoll explores the transformation of the workplace and why the processes associated with planning and managing spaces need to be fundamentally redesign.

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 10, 2022

The restrictions imposed during the coronavirus pandemic resulted in many people learning new skills or returning to hobbies that had previously fallen by the wayside. In some cases, it has led to a complete career change. If you’ve decided to take the plunge and set up a retail business, this article includes some top tips to help you with every step from writing a business plan to organising your marketing strategy and financials.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 8, 2022

Streets ice cream and home fragrance brand Dusk have teamed up to re-imagine “childhood favourites” into fragrances. The ice cream-inspired fragrance range includes candles, fragrant oils, tealights, and melts in the scents of Bubble O’ Bill, Golden Gaytime, Rainbow Paddle Pop, and Splice. “Scents are known to have a strong link to people’s memories, and what better way to bring back the memories of sunshine and summer than with our Streets x Dusk range, said Annie Lucchitti, marketing manager f

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Mindful Design

AUGUST 10, 2022

If you want to make the most of your space when designing your restaurant interior, drop the paint and take a minute to think outside the box. While painting your walls is a cheap way to fill them with color for cheap, it’s sometimes also a lost opportunity. Surrounding your customers from all sides, walls […]. The post How to Make Walls Pop – Cool Ideas for Your Restaurant Design appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Customer Engagement

Design Week

AUGUST 9, 2022

The V&A East has launched a tender valued between £50,000 and £100,000 for the design of its brand identity. The selected design team will be tasked with developing physical and digital consumer-facing brand touchpoints for both V&A East sites – V&A East Storehouse (opening at Here East in 2024) and V&A East Museum (opening on the Stratford Waterfront in 2025).

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 11, 2022

While pricing sensitivity is rising amongst shoppers as the cost-of-living and inflationary pressures hit household budgets, UK shoppers would pay more for products carrying better quality product data, the latest data from Ak eneo , the global leader in product experience management (PXM) and product information management (PIM), reveals. Original research of over 1,800 shoppers in its latest 2022 B2C Survey: Product Experience Satisfaction Around the World ’ Report, showed that six in ten (

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 10, 2022

Streetwear fashion label Afends is expanding its footprint by launching two stores in Sydney, including a store in The Galleries and a concept retail location on Newtown’s King Street. Afends at The Galleries. The company claims the stores showcase the brand’s surf and skate culture and its focus on long-lasting, environmentally-friendly clothing. .

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Retail Store Windows

AUGUST 12, 2022

What a great scheme at this brand right now. We've spotted some real gems at the store in Knightsbridge and we are constantly amazed, not just at the quality of the installations but the ideas behind them too. This one is no exception. What you can never see in a still image is how this glows out of the window space and also the illusion that the 'sand' in the timers is actually moving.

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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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