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Lush returns to iconic London location

Retail Focus

Ellen Peters, Lush UK&I Property Director:- “We’re thrilled to be returning to the historic market and now vibrant retail hub of Covent Garden. The Lush Covent Garden retail experience highlights Lush’s iconic invention from the 1980s, the bath bomb, as well as a section with an array of ethical gifts and Knot Wraps.

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RIXO opens its third store located at 44 Carnaby Street

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RIXO opened its third store located at 44 Carnaby Street, in the heart of Londo n ’ s busiest shopping area. The store will hold all current collections and products perfect for gifting moving into the Christmas period. The store will hold all current collections and products perfect for gifting moving into the Christmas period.

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The role of small gifts in customer loyalty

Retail Focus

However, one classic technique that shouldn’t be overlooked is gift-giving. Gifts and the importance of customer loyalty. Whilst this is a crucial aspect of marketing, it’s equally important to ensure that you are retaining your existing customers as well. Gift ideas for your customers. Read on to find out more.

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With new store, Nere seeks to elevate travel for the mass market

Inside Retail

Australian luggage brand Nere is anticipating strong sales this holiday season, thanks to the ongoing travel boom, growing appeal of practical gifts like suitcases, and high-profile location of its first stand-alone store, which opened in November. We’re very much about value and being accessible to all.”

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Positive and Negative Experiences of the Enchanting European Christmas Markets

Retail Focus

One of the most cherished traditions during this season is the Christmas market, where locals and tourists alike gather to revel in the magic of the holidays. These markets, known for their twinkling lights, festive decorations, and the aroma of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts, are a quintessential part of the European yuletide experience.

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Beauty at the bus stop: Mecca uses vending machines to drive gift sales

Inside Retail

Beauty retailer Mecca is creating new opportunities to connect with Christmas shoppers by introducing gift card vending machines in high foot traffic areas of Australia’s major cities. The technology combines PayWave and credit card payment with dispensing capabilities for gift cards between $25 – $100. Challenging perceptions.

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How, where and what shoppers are buying in the final week before Christmas

Inside Retail

Enticing shoppers into bricks-and-mortar stores to spend their hard-earned money during a cost-of-living crisis requires marketing teams to get creative, leveraging everything from giveaways to extended trading and entertainment. Here is what’s happening. million visitors total over the holiday period. “We

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