Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Chinese consumers are now adjusting to a “new normal” in response to evolving market conditions, prompting businesses to rethink their strategies. The 2025 China Consumer Survey by AlixPartners reveals a significant shift in spending priorities, reflecting changing consumer behaviours and economic dynamics.

Consumer

Inside Retail

JUNE 6, 2025

The Brighton concept store marks the retailer’s 145th store opening, but it is intentionally different from the rest of the network, with a two-storey floor plan that takes consumers on a journey to find their perfect fit. I think it ticked a few boxes for us.

Outdoor

Inside Retail

JUNE 15, 2025

Thailand’s malls are more than just shopping centres; they are also lifestyle attractions. The rise of retail hubs Thailand’s retail landscape has experienced major developments in recent years, with several new shopping malls opening across the country. Luxury shopping destination Emsphere opened in 2023.

Shopping

A1 Retail

DECEMBER 5, 2024

UK shoppers shook off their high-price weariness and leaned into the annual shopping festival including Black Friday and Cyber Monday, driving online sales 7 percent higher than the same period a year ago, according to e-commerce data from Signifyd. As is always the case, some retail categories had a better Black Friday than others.

Shopping

A1 Retail

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Part of work to help shop staff and delivery drivers feel safer during the busy festive shopping period, more than 1,300 people from over 200 retailers registered for the masterclasses on managing challenging situations in London and online earlier this month. 47 percent of staff say they feel unsafe at work as a result.

Shopping

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 23, 2025

This article first appeared in our sister publication Shop Eat Surf Outdoor (SESO). Modern consumers, especially Gen Z, no longer define themselves by rigid categories like “skater” or “preppy,” he said. I saw an opportunity to serve a more diverse and generationally evolving consumer base all in one store,” Gray explained. “No

Apparel

Retail Focus

MAY 30, 2025

As retailers nationwide grapple with changing consumer behaviours and the evolving role of brick-and-mortar, Tommy Bahama is charting a new course that blends hospitality, lifestyle, and experiential retail in an inviting way. This concept comes at a time when consumers crave connection and comfort.

Outdoor

Inside Retail

APRIL 9, 2025

As inflationary pressures and rising grocery prices affect consumer spending in Australia, high-value retail megastores are gaining popularity now more than ever. The more we save, the more loyal our members are, and they’ll [continue to] shop with us, she added. Customers must pay an annual fee of $65 to shop there.

Outdoor

Inside Retail

MARCH 10, 2025

The country has a well-established retail ecosystem with high-traffic shopping malls, premium retail spaces and a digitally engaged consumer base. Despite its rapid expansion, GMG remains focused on a localised approach, tailoring its retail strategies to consumer behaviours in Malaysia, Singapore and Indonesia.

Retail Marketing

A1 Retail

MARCH 12, 2025

New research from eBay Advertising finds that while 7 in 10 UK garden owners intend to spend on their outdoor space this year, value is a driving factor, with nearly three-quarters saying theyre more likely to buy discounted items. The research finds that 72 percent of garden owners enjoy spending money on enhancing their outdoor spaces.

Outdoor

A1 Retail

JANUARY 17, 2025

I do think retailers are bored of the minimalist scandi look which has dominated for a long time and are turning towards maximalist pieces that create impressive, eye-catching displays for their gift shops, allowing them to stand out from the crowd. Its so much fun. Since then, the trend has continued and numbers have remained high.

Outdoor

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 9, 2025

Long considered an industry secret, data scraping has grown into a mature industry, while the real-time information it provides enables major companies to remain price competitive, identify fraudulent sellers of products and provide a more seamless, customer-centric shopping experience. But lets first explain what we mean by data scraping.

Outdoor

A1 Retail

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Located in the biggest shopping destinations of the English capital, the Covent Garden store, which is part of The Yards, has opened, and the Soho store will open on 14 th November. Salomon, the modern mountain sports lifestyle brand, is proud to announce the opening of two new brand stores in the heart of London.

Apparel

Retail Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Situated at the heart of the city and extremely well-connected, the 5-hectare site aims to be open and accessible, featuring 17,000 square metres of public spaces and parks celebrating outdoor living. The first phase, completed two weeks ago, focused on revitalising and expanding the shopping gallery, with Leroy Merlin as its anchor tenant.

Marketing

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 11, 2025

This article first appeared in our sister publication Shop Eat Surf Outdoor (SESO) Vuori has named Ashley Kechter as Global President with full brand and P&L leadership across all markets and channels, according to a company post on LinkedIn.

Inventory Management

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 27, 2025

This article first appeared in our sister publication Shop Eat Surf Outdoor (SESO). We celebrated and had incredible validation from the attendees of the show and the outdoor industry.” Hatchet Outdoor Supply Co. Berghaus previewed its trail collection at Grassroots Outdoor Alliance’s Connect show in June.

Outdoor

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Warby Parker is one of the few direct-to-consumer (DTC) unicorns that has successfully evolved into a profitable omnichannel business — and its distinct store design and shopper experience is a big reason why. Artist collaborations are present in all locations, from indoor and outdoor murals to sculptures, and the Greene St.

Customer Experience

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 18, 2025

This content first appeared in our sister publication Shop Eat Surf Outdoor (SESO) Uncertainty. Dive into the insights around tariffs, consumer spending and more shared during the recent exclusive SESO webinar, Surviving 2025: Brands and Retailers Share Their Strategies , now available on-demand.

Outdoor

Retail Focus

JULY 9, 2025

Steve Payne, product specialist at Drytac, said with consumers seeking solutions that have less impact on the world, this is creating a competitive advantage for those offering sustainable options to their customers. With this, Peutat flagged certain auxiliary services.

Drop-Shipping

Inside Retail

MARCH 9, 2025

The retail marketing landscape is more dynamic than ever, so understanding which trends are worth pursuing both from the consumers and the businesss perspective and which ones are just noise, will be critical to achieving growth in the year ahead. Here are three common themes that came to the fore.

Marketing

Inside Retail

MARCH 19, 2025

Its the only shopping precinct in the citys CBD, the largest outdoor Mall in the Southern Hemisphere and the number one destination for visitors to the city. People come to Rundle Mall to shop, and they know us for that, but thats just the beginning. In the heart of Adelaide is Rundle Mall, a place like no other.

Fashion

Retail TouchPoints

MAY 30, 2025

This article first appeared in our sister publication Shop Eat Surf Outdoor When it comes to revenue and marketplace might, the Vans of today remains a far cry from the Vans of just a few years ago. Tiffany Montgomery can be reached at tiffany@shop-eat-surf-outdoor.com. billion , parent company VF Corp.

Wholesale

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Though Thanksgiving week is when the bulk of holiday shopping is done (read: Grey Thursday, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday), this year consumers started shopping earlier than ever, solidifying that Christmas creep is alive and well. Ex: outdoor furniture fetches higher pricing in a shallow SKU listing.

Returns

Retail Gazette

APRIL 29, 2025

That said, it may come as some surprise that more and more consumers are also using platforms such as TikTok Shop to stock their fridges and pantries. Looking to capitalise on this trend, Lidl became the UKs first mainstream supermarket to jump on the TikTok Shop bandwagon and sold out its first drop in less than 20 minutes.

Supermarket

365 Retail

JANUARY 17, 2025

In collaboration with Mood Media , the outdoor retailer has transformed its 10,000-square-foot space into a destination for engagement and exploration. Mood Medias contribution to this transformation highlights how technological innovation can create spaces that resonate emotionally with consumers.

Outdoor

Retail Gazette

JUNE 19, 2025

Related Story Younger Brits boost consumer confidence while wealthy cut back 20/06/2025 x 8:06 AM Deloitte head of retail Oliver Vernon-Harcourt said: “For the first time this year, retail sales fell more than expected, as two bank holidays and further good weather were not enough to entice spending. The ONS said total volumes remain 2.7%

Outdoor

Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 30, 2025

We’re also strategically adding more points of distribution to be in the path of a wider range of consumers.” Along with the Nike Direct, these partners will play an important role in serving a wider range of consumers. The Nike integrated marketplace is beginning to take shape,” Hill said. This is Nike at its best,” he added.

Wholesale

Inside Retail

JULY 16, 2025

China’s largest homegrown sportswear brand Anta is making its way to high-end shopping mecca Beverly Hills, marking its first retail presence in the US this September. For most American consumers, Anta is still an unfamiliar name. Consumers are increasingly turning to niche, innovation-led challengers like Hoka, On and Lululemon.

Sporting Goods

Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Sports Direct has opened its newest store in London’s Westfield White City shopping centreas it expands its elevation strategy. The site features the retailer’s running concept, its newly introduced outdoor concept, and dedicated sections set out for various sports categories.

Outdoor

365 Retail

MARCH 31, 2025

Sports Direct has expanded its footprint in Manchester with the launch of a new 30,000 square foot store at Trafford Palazzo , one of the North Wests major shopping and leisure hubs. The retailers Outdoor and Running concepts offer hands-on environments where customers can trial products and receive personalised recommendations.

ATS

Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Dobbies later replaced its Sainsbury’s concessions with Waitrose in 2022, which now operates shop-in-shops within 47 of its stores. Following the Hilco acquisition, the retailer immediately launched a CVA and restructuring programme, which resulted in 42 shop closures and more than 1,000 jobs cut.

Returns

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 5, 2025

Retail centers have always been more than places to shop; they are part of our social infrastructure. Today, as ecommerce reshapes consumer behavior, many of these spaces feel outdated, burdened by vacancies and struggling tenants. Consumers no longer visit shopping centers just to buy things; they want meaningful experiences.

Outdoor

365 Retail

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Sports Direct has opened a new store at Westfield White City Shopping Centre, London. Another key addition is the Outdoor Concept , which offers a specialised retail experience to educate shoppers about outdoor products and activities. Spanning 29,000 sq.

Outdoor

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 8, 2025

Despite years of stories about the demise of the shopping center, consumers ventured to the mall in droves to cross items off their shopping lists and enjoy the spirit of the season. While their social and shopping experiences likely originate online (TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat), they dont end there.

Payment Services

Small Biz Trends

JULY 31, 2025

Enhancing Customer Experience With Electronic POS Electronic POS systems play a crucial role in enhancing the customer experience by streamlining various aspects of the shopping process. Finally, automated tax calculations and discount applications simplify transactions, making your shopping experience smoother and more enjoyable.

Payment Services

Inside Retail

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Particularly among Millennials and Gen Z, modern consumers seek experiences, relationships and community, along with products and services. Apart from promoting outdoor goods, they inspire people to participate in local activities focused on urgent environmental problems.

Planning

A1 Retail

MAY 1, 2025

Sales of general merchandise like outdoor accessories and clothing also grew (+11.7 percent), over the last four weeks with 1 in 4 GB households (27 percent) opting to shop online for groceries in the last four weeks. percent in the last four weeks (NIQ Scantrack Consumer View). Total Till sales grew 9.6 percent) of fresh foods.

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