Retail TouchPoints

JULY 14, 2023

Walmart has debuted a digital-first shopping experience that provides customers with a view into three celebrities’ online carts: football star Patrick Mahomes , pop singer Becky G and the ultimate consumer (and consumer product), Barbie. Customers can shop customized carts filled with items for some of these notables’ favorite moments.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 10, 2023

The National Basketball Association’s Charlotte Hornets have debuted a Virtual Fan Shop that will allow fans to interact with each other virtually as well as browse and purchase fan gear that will then be shipped to their home in the real world.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 12, 2024

Zara says the improvements will provide customers with modernised facilities, an upgraded shopping experience, and access to an increased selection of Zara’s trend-setting women’s, men’s, and children’s collections, as well as accessories and perfumes. “It

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 24, 2023

Creator-guided shopping is booming, with no signs of slowing down. As this important shopper segment finds value in creator-guided shopping, brands are recognizing the efficiencies creators are able to drive in terms of marketing, leading to more brands scaling creator campaigns as budgets become more scrutinized.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Despite the surge in online shopping, physical stores remain essential for retailers, providing a space for customers to interact with products and build deeper brand connections. A study from marketing research company Alter Agents revealed that 77% of surveyed millennial and Gen Z shoppers shop on social platforms.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The continued advancement of retail technology and ecommerce have set new standards for a quality online shopping experience. Todays’ customers expect seamless omnichannel shopping experiences that are highly personalized. In fact, 80% of customers say they’re more likely to purchase from brands that personalize, according to Deloitte.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Located at the BLVD , a new retail and entertainment destination in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, this is the global sports brand’s second U.S. Puma has unveiled a new flagship concept that includes activations, customization services and other tech-powered elements.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 24, 2023

As retailers gear up for the 2023 holiday shopping season, predicted to be another big year, expect generative AI to influence consumer shopping and buying decisions. As generative AI pushes into the shopping experience, here are three possible uses that can add value to the top-of-funnel activities, and some cautions for brands.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The women’s apparel and accessories retailer, which generates nearly $600 million in annual sales via ecommerce and a footprint of 247 stores, boasts an average customer lifecycle spanning 10 years. Customers told us they missed “their” store — they’re very territorial about the team they shop with and the store.

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Founded in Boston in 2015, NOBULL is a footwear, apparel and accessory brand with a strong global community. It will be a hybrid space seamlessly blending equal parts shopping, cafe, town hall and functional training space.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 3, 2023

15, 2022 at Tanger Outlets in Riverhead, N.Y., In addition to toys, games and stuffed animals, apparel, accessories and services like complimentary Uber trips were available to appeal to middle and high school-aged children. The fifth annual “Live. Laugh” Pop-Ups for Good event, held Dec.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

The collection, available while supplies last, encompasses women’s, girls and baby apparel and accessories along with beauty and home décor items starting at a $4 price point. There’s so much to spark joy, just in time for new spring looks — available only at Target.”

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Most recently, when fashion and accessories retailer Primark unveiled its 450 th store worldwide at the Florida Mall in Orlando, it announced it would have an entire floor dedicated to its growing partnership with Disney — a new kind of experience for the blossoming retailer, although certainly not the last.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 12, 2024

Walgreens will integrate jewelry, hair accessories, cosmetics and seasonal pieces from Claire’s into the assortment of more than 4,400 stores by the end of this month. As a one-stop destination for everyday needs, Walgreens services millions of people every day,” said Ryan Vero, CEO at Claire’s in a statement. “As

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 8, 2024

. “We are delighted to partner with Rebag, an established leader in the luxury resale space, to meet customer needs with this curated addition to our assortment,” said Jennifer Jones, SVP and General Merchandise Manager Center Core – Women’s Accessories at Bloomingdale’s in a statement.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Shoppers can visit this page to generate a prepaid shipping label and send their apparel, shoes and accessories to ThredUp, earning Stitch Fix credit for any items that sell. “At Technology advancements, a refreshed brand identity and a new marketing campaign showing how Stitch Fix solves common shopping complaints are being rolled out.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 9, 2023

In many instances, declines occur because consumer shopping patterns shift over time. When that happens, a retailer becomes the consumer’s choice, or at least one of the top choices. Another weakness from the get-go, but one that was never very visible, is that at BB&B, you weren’t dealing with a truly branded environment.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2023

Fashion retailer Brandbank Group has opened new stores at Chadstone Shopping Centre in Melbourne for its Allkinds, Kikki.K The shops take the company’s store count at the centre to five, occupying more than 1300sqm of net lettable area. and Fine-Day brands.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Female fashion brand Supre will launch its flagship store at Melbourne Central on September 16, as part of its growth strategy. Opening our flagship store at Melbourne Central is a natural next step in the progression of our brand as we continue to provide affordable, on-trend fashion for our customers,” said Jodie Bongetti, GM of Supre.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 12, 2023

“People on Pinterest aren’t here to passively scroll, they’re here to plan,” said Sydney Stanback, Global Trends and Insights Lead at Pinterest in a recent briefing on the 2024 trends. It’s this planning mindset that gives us such a unique window into the future at Pinterest.

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Inside Retail

JULY 27, 2023

Personalisation was initially lost in the mass market and the anonymity of online shopping, but retailers are using customer data to create highly personalised shopping experiences, from recommendations to tailored promotions. Advances in technology make it possible to deliver personalisation at huge scale.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 28, 2024

The new shop follows the successful pop-up launches in Sydney and Melbourne. “We look forward to celebrating summer with Shein fans at our beach club-themed pop-up, inspired by the sun-kissed beaches in Australia,” said a spokesperson for Shein.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 26, 2024

For Heroes & Villains , a fan-first destination for apparel and accessories, NY Comic Con has become a pillar event for bringing its brand promise to life. Although the team already had a concept in mind, plans changed when they saw another vendor with a very similar concept at a different show. “We So, we pivoted,” Johnson noted.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

14, 2024, at The Grove Shopping Center in Shrewsbury, N.J., The newest Bloomie’s location will be the first to carry an all-women’s assortment , including a curated collection of contemporary ready-to-wear, accessories, beauty and fine jewelry. Bloomingdale’s will open its fourth small-format Bloomie’s store on Nov.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Under the multi-year agreement, IMG will bring to market complementary products that support Claire’s brand purpose of inspiring self-expression and individuality, in categories including apparel , fashion accessories and room décor as well as lifestyle and special occasion products.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 25, 2024

The store will highlight Gibson’s 130-year history and distinct influence on music culture by including a combination of branded apparel, accessories, gifts, lifestyle items and accessories.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

During the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo, executives from ShopSimon (formerly Shop Premium Outlets), Rebag and Sune shared their answers by delving into the technologies and strategies driving their companies’ priorities. How many shopping carts do we have with five or 10 items?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 30, 2024

“Our new Denim Take Back Event is an easy way for families to give their used denim a new life,” said Gena Fox, SVP of Merchandising for Apparel and Accessories at Target in a statement.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Discount retailer TK Maxx is set to open its first store in Perth’s Ocean Keys Shopping Centre, Clarkson on October 5. The retailer sells big brands at affordable prices across a huge range of products including women’s, men’s and kids’ fashion, shoes, accessories, homewares, beauty and toys.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 8, 2022

this fall with a pop-up shop in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood. The 2,900-square-foot ground floor space will be GU’s first store outside Asia and will offer a selection of on-trend clothing and accessories for men and women. UNIQLO parent Fast Retailing will open its first GU retail store in the U.S.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2024

Footwear and apparel retailer Foot Locker has debuted a new concept store in New Jersey that it says offers an elevated shopping experience and customer service. Other highlights include a “modern and streamlined shopping journey”, an area for communal sneaker try-ons, and a hub for customisation and personalised experiences.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 20, 2024

Mattress Firm has partnered with DoorDash to offer on-demand two -hour delivery of mattresses and bedding accessories from its 2,300+ U.S. This partnership catapults us into a new era of customer service,” said George Hanson, Chief Digital Officer at Mattress Firm in a statement.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 5, 2023

At the heart of the Loooptopia interactive world is a city square where visitors can embark on play sessions in various alternate worlds, including Rainbooow Fields, Neon Studiooo and Fabric Fooorest. In these environments, users can gather a variety of fashion ingredients by engaging in mini-games, styling sessions, live events and more.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Airport jewellery retailers including Colette are accommodating the gold rush by stocking up on friendship bracelets, cowgirl boots, accessories and Taylor Swift reading materials. It is now tradition to make, exchange and gift handmade beaded bracelets at concerts with other Swifties.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 26, 2022

Eddie Bauer will move into resale beginning in August, when the outdoors retailer will begin accepting Eddie Bauer-branded apparel, footwear, accessories and gear, according to reporting in WWD and other media outlets. Shoppers can explore rental options at the Eddie Bauer (Re)Adventure site.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

The ready-to-wear collection includes garments and accessories for men, women and children. More elegant pieces in the collection include sequined dresses, embossed shoes, accessories and crystal-embellished jewelry. During summer 2022, the retailer produced a Nordstrom Local pop-up shop in Southampton, N.Y.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 6, 2022

In April 2021, the brand relaunched as an online-only retailer and has since made a series of moves to become a go-to brand for “obtainable luxury,” including expansion of its online offerings into men’s and children’s apparel, homewares, accessories, travel and beauty.

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