Sat.May 13, 2023 - Fri.May 19, 2023

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The Role of Shopping Centres in Creating Communities and Shaping Urban Areas

Retail Focus

Shopping centres are so much more than a place to purchase a new outfit or a loved one’s birthday gift. In recent years, they’ve become an exciting social hub that serves in strengthening communities and shaping urban areas. Online shopping continues to grow even post-pandemic, meaning it’s never been more important that these complexes continue to differentiate themselves from online retailers, cementing their place in society.

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OMA tops tiffany & co. new york flagship with a glass ‘blue box’

Design Boom

OMA revives the historic tiffany & co. flagship on new york’s fifth avenue with a glass addition in ‘tiffany blue.’ The post OMA tops tiffany & co. new york flagship with a glass ‘blue box’ appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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US mall giant Simon’s latest results reveal four issues facing the sector

Inside Retail

When it released its first-quarter results recently, Simon Property Group, the largest mall operator in the US and a global player with projects in the US, Europe and Asia, reiterated its bullishness on the future of the mall sector. Is the crowing justified or is it a smokescreen to disguise an industry in continuing decline? And what is the spillover into Asia ?

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John Lewis Partners to team up with The Floor Room nationwide

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! John Lewis and The Floor Room have announced an exclusive partnership, to create an exciting new fitted flooring offer across the retailer’s department stores and online. Under the agreement, the flooring specialist will take over responsibility for all of John Lewis’ fitted flooring, from customer consultation to installation.

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From Data to Decisions: Maximizing Retail Potential with AI

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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Revo Opens Flagship Store in Barcelona

Retail Focus

Revo, the premium, high-quality performance sunglass company, announced today the opening of their first flagship store in Barcelona, Spain. The store is located on Baixada de la Llibreteria, in the Gothic Quarter, one of the city’s most charming and highly trafficked districts. The newly completed store will bring a unique and immersive shopping experience to Revo fans and newcomers to see the entire brand under one roof.

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giant set of chairs and table shelters nikken sekkie’s mixed-use ‘sweets bank’ in japan

Design Boom

the facility creates a curious new monument for both the city and brand. The post giant set of chairs and table shelters nikken sekkie’s mixed-use ‘sweets bank’ in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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A world where Andrés Reisinger’s and Dior’s dream-like visions become one

Design Wanted

Inspired by Gris Dior (the leading fragrance from La Collection Privée Christian Dior) – digital artist and designer Andrés Reisinger joins forces with Maison Dior on […] The post A world where Andrés Reisinger’s and Dior’s dream-like visions become one appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Selfridges invites customers to ‘Go Long’ at The Stock Market in the Corner Shop

Retail Focus

Selfridges launches The Stock Market at the Corner Shop, a month-long circular experience where customers can uncover the value of what they already own, exchange items for Selfridges credit and restore or upcycle clothing and accessories. Drawing inspiration from the towering 360 o desks and the rotundas of data-filled screens found at the London Stock Exchange, The Corner Shop will be transformed into a ‘trading floor’, an immersive hub for buying, selling, repairing and upcycling.

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metallic meets vibrant blue inside modes milan’s store design by gonzalez haase AAS

Design Boom

the design creates a transit space between store and city. The post metallic meets vibrant blue inside modes milan’s store design by gonzalez haase AAS appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Dusk revises guidance for FY23 after soft Mother’s Day trading

Inside Retail

Premium home fragrance retailer Dusk Group says an “increasingly cautious consumer environment” has impacted sales growth. In a trading update citing unaudited accounts, the business said it expects sales to be in the range of $135 million – $137 million while pro forma EBIT will be around $16 million – $17 million. Group CEO and MD, Peter King, said the mounting cost of living has impacted the disposable income levels of customers.

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The Personalization Playbook: 2024 Strategies

Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.

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The new Samsung Battery Pack draws inspiration from the natural world

Design Wanted

LAYER, the experience design agency led by founder Benjamin Hubert, has collaborated with Samsung to create a remarkable portable battery pack. Drawing inspiration from the natural […] The post The new Samsung Battery Pack draws inspiration from the natural world appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Elevate to resonate

Retail Focus

As footfall recovers, retailers are upping their game to win over the hearts and minds of shoppers by offering more luxurious shopping experiences. While some may have suspected bricks and mortar retail would struggle in a time of low growth and high inflation, the luxury sector is proving the opposite is true. In fact, the latest figures from Bain & Company reveal that people are increasingly keen to enjoy upscaled retail experiences.

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Matalan launches childrenswear pyjamas in continued support for NSPCC and to raise awareness for Childhood Day on 9 June 2023

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Family retailer Matalan has worked in partnership with children’s charity NSPCC since 2004, already raising over £11million for the charity. In continued support, and to help towards Matalan’s next fundraising pledge of £1million in 3 years, Matalan has launched a fun slogan childrenswear pyjama set, available to shop online at Matalan.co.uk, via the app

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My Food Bag to delist from ASX after sales plummet

Inside Retail

Subscription-based meal kit business My Food Bag Group will delist from the Australian Stock Exchange (ASX) after its profits slump. For the year to March 31, sales fell 9.4 per cent to $175.7 million while tax-paid profit declined 60.8 per cent to $7.9 million. The company has increased its investments in Bargain Box – a meal kit delivery service – in response to softening consumer demand while growing its active customer base by 12 per cent.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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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The role and responsibilities of a design award – interview with Uwe Cremering

Design Wanted

The 2023 iF Design Award ceremony recently took place at the breathtaking Friedrichstadt-Palast theatre in Berlin, and we had the privilege of attending as media representatives. […] The post The role and responsibilities of a design award – interview with Uwe Cremering appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Sprinter launches its most ambitious project, a megastore where shopping is a total experience

Retail Focus

Sprinter, the multi-brand sports retailer, opens its most ambitious store to date in Parque Comercial Alcora Plaza de Alcorcón, in Madrid. A great location, which see the launch of a new store format and concept focussed more on experiences, where the consumer will be able to try the products and have the advice of specialists to find the best products for their needs.

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Kenco launches in-store competition to launch 100th year anniversary

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This year, JDE (Jacobs Douwe Egberts), is celebrating 100 years of one of its most tried and trusted coffee brands – Kenco. With a series of activities planned, the campaign begins with an uplifting in-store competition, on-pack design changes and an ATL campaign to support the centennial year.

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Mathers parent snaps up Bobux from receivership

Inside Retail

Australian company Munro Footwear Group (MFG) has rescued New Zealand kids’ shoe company Bobux International from receivership. MFG owns and sells brands including Mountfords, Midas, Mollini, Mathers, Williams, Cinori, Ziera, Colorado and Diana Ferrari. It operates more than 290 stores in Australia and employs 2500 staff. In a LinkedIn announcement, Bobux International said MFG has a “shared passion for a customer-centric approach” which aligned well with the brand.

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

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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Picture This – Dutch Design Week unveiled the theme of DDW23

Design Wanted

In a live interview that took place today on Instagram, I engaged in a conversation with Miriam van der Lubbe to get some insights into the […] The post Picture This – Dutch Design Week unveiled the theme of DDW23 appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Hublot’s social responsibility partnerships

Retail Focus

With the world becoming more eco-conscious with each year that passes, both consumers and companies are taking action to promote sustainability and ethical conduct. This might involve analysing product materials and packaging or contributing towards environmental endeavours. Luxury watch brand Hublot is one such business that is prioritising social responsibility.

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New supermarket listings for Parlick

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fourth-generation family cheesemaker, Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses, continues to drive the British cheese renaissance with a trio of new listings for Parlick. With three hard and soft cheeses in the range, Sainsbury’s has Parlick Original (from 17 May), Waitrose will stock Parlick Brie (from 26th July) and Parlick Original and Parlick Olive are available in

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Stylerunner GM Ryan Edelmuth leaves Accent Group to head startup

Inside Retail

Activewear brand Stylerunner’s GM Ryan Edelmuth has stepped back from the business to lead high chair startup, Catchy. Founded in 2012, Stylerunner is a multi-brand retailer that sells luxe and premium activewear from global and emerging brands and is owned by the Accent Group. In a LinkedIn post, Edelmuth described his time with Stylerunner as a “career highlight” and added: “After an incredible nine years at Accent Group, last week was my final week.” He said the highlight of his time wi

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib

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Breaking bread – Il Circolino Del Pane by Davide Longoni

Design Wanted

Nestled in one of the factories of the former industrial neighborhood of via Tertulliano 68 is a refreshingly new cozy place in Milan – Il Circolino […] The post Breaking bread – Il Circolino Del Pane by Davide Longoni appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Jiaojiaoji Hotpot

Retail Design Blog

In the long corridor with repeated dark and golden geometric polygons, the abstract fish-shaped metal mesh chandelier leads the way.

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Research reveals over half of UK online shoppers do not want to pay for returns

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fresh UK consumer research reveals that over half of online shoppers (52%) are not willing to pay for returning clothing items that did not fit correctly. The rising volume and cost of returns is a problem that has plagued retailers for years and in 2022, industry research shows that online returns rose to one in […] If you want more information Re

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Temple & Webster returns to sales growth, invests in AI

Inside Retail

Pureplay furniture and homeware retailer Temple & Webster says it has “returned” to year-on-year growth as it continues to invest in AI technology. Despite the current macroeconomic slowdown, the business says sales grew 10 per cent in the last four weeks when compared to the previous corresponding period. Although trading improved over the half to date, sales fell 5 per cent.

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Planning the Architecture of Your Modular DXP

Are you considering moving away from a monolith platform and over to composable architecture? Join experts from Google Cloud, GroupBy, and Orium as they discuss the benefits of moving to a modular digital experience platform. In this masterclass, uncover key indicators that show your brand is ready for a modular DXP, and learn how to lay the foundation for composable commerce.

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Semiton furniture collection: a system built with flexibility in mind

Design Wanted

The Semiton furniture collection by Arper offers a dynamic and adaptable solution for creating structure, surface, and storage in any space. With its versatile design and […] The post Semiton furniture collection: a system built with flexibility in mind appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Gravis headquarters by Preussisch Portugal

Retail Design Blog

Preussisch Portugal redesigned the new Gravis headquarters in Berlin to create future agile work structures, focussing on exchange, innovation and.

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Industry first for Bestway with data analytics dashboard giving suppliers deeper insights into the customer journey

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In a first for the industry, Bestway Wholesale, has launched a real-time analytics dashboard for suppliers, enabling them to monitor their brand’s performance and give deeper insights into Bestway’s customers’ journey.

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How Pizza Capers’ founder is driving Gnocchi Gnocchi Brothers’ rapid growth

Inside Retail

Pizza Capers founder Anthony Russo built something of a franchising empire over the years. Starting with one restaurant in Kenmore, he developed the business to over 120 international locations, before selling to the Retail Food Group for $30 million in 2012. Coming out of retirement, he has joined Gnocchi Gnocchi Brothers founders Ben Cleary-Corradini and Theo Roduner, and entered the business as “gnocchi whisperer” and hands-on investor.

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2 Retail Sectors That Are Completely Changing the Game: FMCG & Q-Commerce

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.