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In Paris without tourists, LVMH unveils Samaritaine store revamp

Inside Retail

Luxury goods group LVMH unveiled on Monday the revamped La Samaritaine, a 150-year-old department store designed to help it grab a greater slice of tourist spending once pandemic travel curbs are eased. A view inside the revamped Samaritaine department store ahead of its reopening in Paris, France, June 21, 2021.

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‘We are in the Business of Emotions, Not Transactions’: Exclusive Q&A with Neiman Marcus Group CTO Bob Kupbens

Retail TouchPoints

As the department store sector aims to reinvent itself for retail’s digital age, iconic retailer Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) is investing rapidly in technologies that will elevate its integrated luxury retail strategy across all channels. RTP: What role will these digital capabilities play in NMG’s overall omnichannel strategy?

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Behind the demise of Harrolds: A cautionary tale or singular case?

Inside Retail

Earlier this year, it was reported that Harrolds’ Melbourne and Sydney stores would be relocated as part of the business’s plan to return to sustainable profit, however, the business remained plagued by difficulties in the retail sector. The post Behind the demise of Harrolds: A cautionary tale or singular case?

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Secrets of selling to the 1 per cent

Inside Retail

I think the most important thing about our clientele is that the biggest luxury they crave is time. It’s all about experience Selvane Mohandas du Ménil, the managing director of the International Association of Department Stores, said there are three main types of retailers that cater to the 1 per cent.

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Under a cloud of belt-tightening, Paris Fashion Week struts on

Inside Retail

Celebrities and international crowds have descended on the French capital, marking the fashion industry’s sweeping return as it rides a post-pandemic spending frenzy. Lights on the Eiffel Tower will be turned off an hour earlier than usual, while boutiques belonging to LVMH brands will switch off their store lights three hours earlier.

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The Handbag Clinic Debuts in Fenwick, York with Range of Restoration Services

Retail Focus

Luxury handbag restoration and pre-owned designer resale retailer, The Handbag Clinic, is expanding its partnership with premium department store Fenwick with the opening of its third in-store concession in Fenwick York. The launch of the store in York followed two successful launches in Fenwick Newcastle and Fenwick Colchester.

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How Saks Fifth Avenue is tapping into the power of personal shopping

Inside Retail

In the same release, the high-end department store announced plans to end the year with 20 new standalone shops across Texas, Florida, and California. These experiences create trust, reduce returns and enhance customer lifetime value,” she said.

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