Inside Retail

JULY 7, 2025

Deborah Foreman will be taking on the role of CEO at Rebecca Vallance, effective June 30. In January, Peter Halkett was announced as the company’s new chief executive, but then announced a move to Oroton as its group CEO in June. Foreman will help the international fashion label unlock new opportunities and strengthen its global presence. “Rebecca Vallance is a truly inspiring brand known for its distinctive creative vision and international growth,” said Foreman.

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Retail Focus

JULY 9, 2025

It is no secret that the retail industry needs to become more sustainable. While we have already seen significant movement in this area with the introduction of schemes such as paper-based bags and in-store clothing recycling, the onus is on retailers to do more to reduce their impact on the environment. Some often cite cost as the primary barrier when it comes to sustainability, with certain schemes requiring significant spend.

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Design Boom

JULY 8, 2025

CURIEL CASA Merges Milanese design with Chongqing’s Geology Positioned at Chongqing’s Liberation Monument Pedestrian Street, the CURIEL CASA Flagship Store marks the Chinese expansion of the century-old Italian fashion house CURIEL. The project, led by Liang Architecture Studio and debuting in midsummer 2024, operates as both a commercial space and a spatial interpretation of the brand’s ethos, merging Italian heritage with the cultural and topographic context of Chongqing’s mountainous landscap

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Talking Retail

JULY 8, 2025

Employee-owned wholesaler Parfetts is awarding its workforce the maximum 4% sales bonus following a record-breaking year in which turnover soared to £733m, up from £696m in 2024.

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Speaker: Steve Worthy, MBA

The rapid rise of AI-powered displays, touchless technology, and sensory marketing is reshaping the future of in-store engagement. Yet for many retail executives, the real challenge is not identifying new tools - it is knowing which signals to trust, which inputs to prioritize, and how to architect decisions that elevate in-store leadership rather than dilute it.

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Inside Retail

JULY 7, 2025

At just 26 years old, Shahna Smith is taking on the premium beauty market with a distinctly Australian lens. The founder of Amplified Beauty, an inclusive cosmetics brand grounded in authenticity and artistry, is fast becoming one of the country’s most compelling young entrepreneurs. Smith is building a brand with global aspirations and roots that run deep.

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Retail Focus

JULY 8, 2025

Lululemon’s flagship store on London’s Regent Street represents more than just a retail destination, it’s a statement of intent. As the brand’s largest store in the EMEA region, covering a striking 8,923 square feet, the space sets a bold architectural tone that needed an equally ambitious lighting solution. Shoplight was entrusted with delivering a scheme that not only complemented the scale and sophistication of the store but also enhanced the brand’s dynamic retail experience.

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Talking Retail

JULY 9, 2025

Independent retailer LA Foods Group, which operates several Nisa Local stores, has donated £5,000 to BEfriend London through Co-op Wholesale’s Making a Difference Locally (MADL) charity.

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2025

UK-based EG Group is set to sell its EG Ampol service station network in Australia, with its wholesale supplier Ampol reported to be the most logical acquirer. EG Group bought 540 fuel convenience sites from Woolworths for $1.73 billion in April 2019. The company is reportedly seeking to divest its Australian arm to cut losses and exit the market, according to the Australian Financial Review.

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Retail Focus

JULY 7, 2025

Depositing funds into an online casino account is a fundamental part of the gaming experience. As digital gambling continues to grow in popularity across the UK and Europe, so too has the variety of available payment methods. Today’s players expect fast, secure, and convenient transactions, and online casinos are responding by offering a wide range of funding options to suit different preferences.

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VMS

JULY 7, 2025

Eastside Golf (New York) has opened of its first U.S.-based retail store, in Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). The 300-square-foot store, in the airport’s Terminal A, marks another milestone for the rapidly growing brand, the company said in a news release. Earlier this year, Eastside Golf announced partnerships with leading national fashion and sports retailers, including Nordstrom, Golf Galaxy, Dick’s Sporting Goods and House of Sport, while continuing to expand its presence in streetwear an

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Talking Retail

JULY 9, 2025

Independent news retailers have this morning (Wednesday, 9 July) been gathering outside News UK’s London headquarters, its Glasgow offices and its print plant in Knowsley, Merseyside, to protest about the newspaper publisher’s forthcoming plans to raise the cover prices on The Times and Sun and… This story continues at Independent retailers protest at News UK offices over terms cut Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

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Inside Retail

JULY 9, 2025

The Australian luxury department store, Harrolds, has been brought back to life by two former managers, Arasch Enayat and Gino Pagano, who completely self-funded the business’s renaissance. Founded in 1985, Harrolds started as a luxury menswear retailer and was responsible for introducing the likes of Bottega Veneta, Saint Laurent and Balenciaga to Australian shoppers.

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Retail Bound

JULY 8, 2025

Starting a product brand in the bustling world of retail is no small feat. With giants dominating the market and the fast pace of consumer trends, how do you make your mark? For startups aiming to boost brand awareness, the challenge often lies in standing out and connecting with the right audience. This blog post is tailored to guide budding product brands through proven strategies to thrive in the competitive retail landscape.

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VMS

JULY 8, 2025

Luxury retailer Louis Vuitton (Paris) is paying homage to the brand’s heritage as a builder of hard-sided travel trunks in a unique way: its newest store, in Shanghai, is shaped like a cruise ship. As reported by Forbes and a variety of other news sources, the store – dubbed The Louis – features a hull bearing the brand’s monogram, and a cabin that looks like it’s constructed from LV cases.

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JULY 5, 2025

Part I: The first five of ten essential tips for window display success. Your storefront windows are often the first and most important touchpoint with potential customers. A well-designed window display can stop foot traffic, communicate your brand story, and drive sales before customers even step inside your store. Whether you’re showcasing seasonal merchandise or highlighting new arrivals, these first five foundational principles will help you create window displays that are attention-g

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Inside Retail

JULY 7, 2025

Chinese lifestyle brand Miniso unveiled its Melbourne flagship store at Highpoint shopping centre, its largest store in the city. Positioned on the second floor of the centre, near the food court, the store benefits from strong foot traffic, allowing shoppers to discover its range of plush toys, stationery, beauty, lifestyle essentials, and electronic accessories.

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Chutegerdeman

JULY 9, 2025

International brands are expanding into U.S. cities like NYC, drawn by lower rents and growing demand for immersive in-store shopping experiences. The post International Brands Flocking to Urban Centers appeared first on Chute Gerdeman.

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VMS

JULY 7, 2025

Elk Home (Nesquehoning, Pa.) is going out of business. The designer lighting/home furnishings retailer has hired GA Group to run a liquidation sale for the $46 million in inventory the company still has at its distribution center in Georgia. “Since 1983, Elk Home has been at the forefront of high-quality home furnishings, collaborating with top retailers and designers across North America.

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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

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Talking Retail

JULY 9, 2025

One in four UK parents are working extra hours or taking second jobs just to afford family groceries, according to new research from kids' insight agency Beano Brain.

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Inside Retail

JULY 8, 2025

The National Retail Association (NRA) has partnered with retail crime software company, Auror, in a bid to address retail violence and crime across Australia. With retail crimes becoming more violent and organised, the partnership will help policymakers and the public better understand the severity of the issue, and provide technology-based solutions.

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Shopperations

JULY 7, 2025

We’re continuing the 2025 Shopper Marketing Agency Landscape series by spotlighting Theory House , a Charlotte-based agency known for punching above its weight in the world of CPG and retail.

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VMS

JULY 8, 2025

The Wendy’s Co. (Dublin, Ohio) announced that President and CEO Kirk Tanner is leaving July 18 to assume those titles at chocolate giant The Hershey Co. Wendy’s board has launched a search for Tanner’s permanent replacement; in the meantime, it said CFO Ken Cook will assume the CEO role on an interim basis. Prior to joining the fast-food company late last year, Cook spent 20 years at United Parcel Service Inc. including having most recently served as Head of Financial Planning and An

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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.

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Talking Retail

JULY 8, 2025

KP Snacks has expanded its PMP range with the return of Discos Pickled Onion. Available from the 14th of July, the returning product is available in a £1.35 PMP (70g).

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Inside Retail

JULY 8, 2025

Retailers and economists are in shock after the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) did not reduce the base interest rate on Tuesday, as was widely anticipated. In a rare event, the decision to hold the interest rate at 3.85 per cent was a divided one, with six board members voting to keep the rate steady and three voting against. Economists had widely predicted a cut, and financial markets had factored in a 96 per cent chance of a 0.25 percentage point cut.

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 9, 2025

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VMS

JULY 7, 2025

The National Retail Federation has asked a federal court to block a New York state law set to go into effect July 8 that requires retailers to disclose the use of “algorithmic” or variable pricing, saying the measure unfairly maligns a system that helps merchants give customers lower prices and personalized offers. The law was included in the state’s annual budget and signed into law by Gov.

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Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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Talking Retail

JULY 9, 2025

Sir Wyn Williams published the 162-page first volume of his final report into the Post Office Horizon IT scandal yesterday ( 8 July). In it he calls for urgent action to be taken to ensure full and fair compensation is delivered to sub-postmasters affected.

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Inside Retail

JULY 8, 2025

For years, Sam’s Club sat quietly in the shadow of Walmart’s larger operations in China with six oversized stores, modest profits and little fanfare. It wasn’t failing. But it certainly wasn’t leading. Then came a quiet revolution. Under Andrew Miles’ leadership, Sam’s Club China transformed from a marginal business into one of the country’s leading omnichannel membership retailers, with more than 50 warehouse clubs, more than 500 local “cloud” delivery hubs and a reputation for exceptional prod

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Compliantia

JULY 8, 2025

Self-serve grooming stations at pet store “X” are not getting any love from customers! Tubs aren’t reset between uses, towels often run out mid-day, and there is mold developing on the tile grout. To top it off, there’s fur everywhere! From the floor drains, to the window sills, and even clogging the ceiling vents. Online reviews are hurting the store’s reputation, and sales.

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VMS

JULY 9, 2025

(PRESS RELEASE) WASHINGTON — Halfway through the year, it is still difficult to predict the impact new tariffs and other government policies will have on the U.S. economy, National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said today. “This year began with high expectations for the strength of the U.S. economy,” Kleinhenz said, noting strong 2.8% year-over-year growth in gross domestic product in 2024 that was led by consumer spending and helped by business and government spending.

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