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More People Than Ever Are Exploring the Outdoors. Here’s the Opportunity for Brands and Retailers

Retail TouchPoints

While COVID-19 has accelerated the adoption of many new shopping behaviors and expectations, there is another trend that the pandemic has pushed forward: interest in the outdoors. Participation in outdoor activities increased by nearly 25 million people over the past decade, and nearly half that number visited the U.S.’s

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Why retail needs a whole new strategy to target Gen Z

Inside Retail

But many brands are simply copying and pasting their millennial marketing playbook for the next generation, according to Ypulse senior content marketing manager Anastasia Pelot. Their path to purchase relies more on product recommendations from peers rather than traditional advertisements and sponsored influencer posts.

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“It’s working”: Kathmandu unveils next step in radical redesign

Inside Retail

Last year New Zealand outdoor and lifestyle brand Kathmandu unveiled a revamp of its brand identity – moving from the achievement-focused image that many outdoor brands present to something more accessible and fun. They all tended to be quite hyper-masculine [in their marketing], with people climbing mountains and such.

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Capitalize on Summer Markets & Festivals

Independent Retailer

As consumers once again begin emerging from a pretty locked down and socially distanced winter season, they are going to be super eager to get out of the house and not only enjoy the warmer weather, but also to mingle with friends and do some in-person shopping. Open-Air Markets Meet Safety Precautions.

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How Will DTC Rebound After The COVID Retail Shakeup?

Retail TouchPoints

While many are wondering if large retailers like Macy’s, J.Crew and Neiman Marcus will retain their premiere places in malls, few are considering whether the world of direct-to-consumer or DTC will also stumble in this changed retail landscape. Outdoor Voices’ issues reflect longer-term problems than the coronavirus.

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5 Ways Retailers Can Tackle Wavering Customer Loyalty

Retail TouchPoints

New research from PwC has found that three in 10 customers are more likely to try a new brand — and that number is even higher among younger consumers. But winning (and keeping) customers’ loyalty is no longer confined to programs and points. Despite their investments, there are a few gaps and opportunities for improvement.

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Itching to Twitch: Inside the world of live-streaming

Inside Retail

] While live-streaming platforms may once have been reserved for gamers and their fans, luxury fashion brands are increasingly turning to this unique method of connecting with consumers. Brad Manuel is co-founder and CEO of Livewire Group, a company that specialises in marketing within the gaming ecosystem. So, how does it work?