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

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

JULY 15, 2024

Achieving this level of personalization and marketing effectiveness is difficult given the range of Fender’s channels and customer touch points. When you think about their distribution network, it’s not just the Guitar Centers, it’s the local music shops.

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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. In fact, seven out of 10 marketers in the U.S. It’s being used to generate marketing content including social media posts, videos and images.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Walmart and Petco are just the latest examples of a trend among both specialised pet care retailers like Petco and Chewy, and mass-market retailers such as Kohl’s, and Lowe’s, of expanding pet care services and product ranges to meet the needs of an increasingly pet-centred society. The pet perfume market alone was estimated to be worth US$1.4

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Inside Retail

MARCH 27, 2023

During the pandemic, bricks-and-mortar shops were off limits and online shopping had to up its game. The size of AI in the retail market exceeded US$2 billion in 2020 according to Global Market Insight and is expected to grow at more than 30 per cent between 2021 and 2027. What new opportunities can AI provide?

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 25, 2022

The oldest people in Gen Z are already 25, earning their own income and making their own shopping decisions. . If retailers want to embrace Gen Z, they need to embrace this generation’s fluidity in their shopping habits. A new generation of social marketing.

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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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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

H&M Group has booked lower sales in the fiscal third quarter amid cold weather in many key European markets. We are strengthening the H&M brand by investing in products, the shopping experience and marketing, which we are already seeing start to make an impact and which will contribute to increased sales and profitability.”

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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

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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Inside Retail

MAY 23, 2024

Ralph Lauren has reported a lower growth rate for its fourth-quarter revenue, but an analyst said the brand is still doing well amid a wider slowdown in the luxury market. Neil Saunders, MD of GlobalData, said the moderate growth was in line with expectations given the general trend in the luxury market. “In Sales in Asia were up 1.1

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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. Claire’s has focused on partnering with complementary retailers and big-box merchants in order to boost its market presence.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 31, 2024

Parade was founded by Columbia University dropout Cami Téllez in 2019, with a purpose to disrupt the market and champion inclusivity, body positivity and sustainable manufacturing. Businesses like Brava are championing change through inclusivity and representation for formerly marginalised individuals represented in the market.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 8, 2024

Heritage luxury department store Bloomingdale’s is staking a claim in the resale market by partnering with luxury resale platform Rebag. With this partnership, Bloomingdale’s customers can seamlessly buy luxury items both in-store and online, bridging a gap between the new and pre-owned luxury markets.

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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. Embracing hyper-personalisation enhances customer engagement, loyalty and overall shopping experience.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 20, 2024

Beyond that, it speaks to the size of the market for add-on products and services, from specialised brushes and cleaning products for status water bottles to covers to protect fancy luggage from scuffs and scratches, The chic Béis Wash pop-up on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles last month is a polished example of how this looks.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2024

billion last year, the bridal wear market is expected to reach US$18.54 percent in this time frame, Maximize Market Research states. Venetia Fryzer, an Edited retail analyst, noted that bridal accessories have gained popularity in the US market, as lower-ticket items that can be worn from engagement through to honeymoon.

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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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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 5, 2023

Users can then style their avatar with the newly created virtual clothes and complement their fashions with accessories, dance moves, music tracks and special effects. 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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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 17, 2022

Casual lifestyle brand Tom Tailor has launched a new mobile shopping experience through the NewStore omnichannel cloud platform’s Consumer App. Currently available in Germany, where Tom Tailor is headquartered, the app will eventually be expanded into additional markets.

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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. Our strategy in the U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 12, 2024

Recent data shows that online retailers are increasingly relying on social media advertising platforms to reach and engage with their target customers, while search-based channels such as Google Shopping and Bing are becoming less popular. Social commerce continues to evolve and has the potential to shape the wider shoppable media landscape.

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Inside Retail

JULY 11, 2024

Makeup and speaker accessories saw the largest online sales increase in June as Australians took advantage of discounts during the End of Financial Year (EOFY) period. According to Shopify, online sales of speaker accessories surged 178.2 per cent month on month, followed by makeup finishing sprays, which rose 171.2

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

New Concepts@Nordstrom’s Concept 019: Burberry will be featured in 11 stores in key markets, including Seattle, New York City, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Diego and Vancouver, British Columbia. The ready-to-wear collection includes garments and accessories for men, women and children.

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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

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

Products, food and beverage sourced from local New York City businesses and entrepreneurs will be available alongside a curated mix of luxury brands, perfumes and cosmetics, spirits, jewelry and accessories. JMP was selected by the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, which runs the airport, to build and operate the new $4.2

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 6, 2022

are currently a mere one-tenth the size of China’s market, it is gaining traction nationwide. A recent Hit List published by Retail TouchPoints spotlighted five brands that have implemented best-in-class approaches to influencer marketing, livestreaming and digital selling to drive social revenue. Tap into the creator economy .

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Inside Retail

MARCH 21, 2024

Armadale’s High Street has become one of the most expensive shopping destinations in Melbourne and the row of retailers is essentially a who’s who of Australian fashion. All the connotations that come with high street shopping carry through to Armadale’s High Street with its pedestrian walkways lined with shops.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Since 2019 Ikea has opened shops in major cities such as Tokyo, Madrid, Moscow, Paris and New York to grow its presence on busy high streets. This property offers great potential for retail space, and we firmly believe in the long-term value of the real estate market in London.”.

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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. The program launched soon after the retailer’s acquisition by Authentic Brands Group (ABG) and SPARC Group.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The 11,000sqft store is almost triple the size of its previous shop at Emporium and has a significantly larger menswear section. It also offers womenswear and accessories and has a dedicated footwear space. Lululemon has opened its largest Australian store yet at Emporium Melbourne.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 12, 2023

From a product point of view, we’re going to continue to look at improving our range and the way we bring our ranges to market with our brand suppliers.”. But The Athlete’s Foot is a brand that’s been in Australia for 45 years, and volatility and changing market conditions is part of retail.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 26, 2022

Launched in June 2022, the campaign integrates commerce-driven content into TikTok’s Collection Ads format, which allows users to view and shop products directly on the social platform. The initial campaign focused on a selection of products from the David’s Bridal catalog, including bridal gowns, party dresses, shoes and accessories.

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Retail Focus

MAY 11, 2021

As Westfield’s latest How We Shop: What’s Changed research reveals that more than half of consumers (52%) are looking to shop more locally, Westfield is welcoming London’s most innovative start-up social media brands, bringing them from your screen straight to Westfield’s windows to browse IRL. Brands include: Tingle.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 26, 2022

Lids is choosing sites in key college markets and offering an assortment of NCAA products such as headwear, apparel and accessories from local, regional and national university and collegiate teams. On July 22, 2022 the first Lids U stores opened at Gurnee Mills shopping mall in Gurnee, Ill.; Mall of Georgia in Buford, Ga.;

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

WHP’s global strategy for Express includes a full omnichannel launch beginning in 2024, with the opening of flagship stores and ecommerce channels featuring men’s and women’s apparel plus categories including footwear, intimates and accessories. The company also plans for shop-in-shop experiences in Mexico and Indonesia.

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