Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

After months of rumors , Amazon has official announced that it will host a second Prime sales event this fall. Aimed at helping members get an early start on their holiday shopping, the two-day Prime Early Access Sale will take place Oct. 11-12, 2022 in 15 countries, including China, Germany, Italy, Sweden, the UK and the U.S. The new 48-hour event will give Prime members exclusive early access to holiday deals, many of which will be tied to the retailer’s first ever Top 100 Holiday Gift Guide,

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Australian-owned accessories brand Alf The Label will now be stocked at couture New York boutique, Flying Solo. Not only is this the brand’s first major international expansion, but it will also be the first parenting brand to be featured at next year’s New York Fashion Week. Sophie Doyle, founder and creative director of Alf The Label, said despite the challenges of the pandemic, the brand has “seen remarkable growth” which is showing no sign of slowing down.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Brick-and-mortar retailers have historically built deep relationships with customers locally, on a one-to-one basis. Though they’ve seen success, relationships built solely on in-person interactions aren’t scalable. Unfortunately, unexpected situations can occur at any moment, like a global pandemic that reduces foot traffic to a trickle, or the shift of consumer demand online from offline channels.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

To a slow fashion apparel brand in rural Cambodia, Australia’s sophisticated fashion capital of Melbourne seems a world away – and not just geographically. Yet Dorsu, which positions itself as an ethical and sustainable clothing maker, has overcome geographic and socioeconomic barriers to establish itself in the Australian market. Earlier this year, the brand made a debut inside Myer’s Bourke Street Mall flagship store and became the first Cambodian apparel brand to be stocked by the Aussie reta

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Eyebuydirect has focused on expansion during a period when many retailers are scaling back operations, including nearly doubling its SKU count from 2,000 to 3,800 over the past year. The retailer attributes its success to its steady stream of fresh styles that build on its goal of encouraging shoppers to shed societal pressures and express themselves freely, supported by a virtual try-on tool that provides a significant boost to conversions.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Roblox is fast becoming a destination for collecting and wearing digital luxury fashion and accessories. The latest designer piece to arrive in the virtual world’s marketplace is a stunning yellow floral Carolina Herrera gown worn by Karlie Kloss during the designer brand’s Spring/Summer fashion show at New York Fashion Week. Roblox creator Lovespun replicated the dress in digital form and made it available to Roblox players immediately after the New York show for 500 Robux.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Yeezy, the brainchild of rapper and designer Kanye West and Adidas, will go down in history as one of the most successful collaborative projects ever, creating an entirely new narrative within the sportswear industry. Through its innovative and forward-thinking designs, Yeezy was able to create some of the most iconic sneaker silhouettes, namely the Yeezy Boost 350 and Yeezy Foam RNNR.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Nordstrom will lay off 222 workers at its Cedar Rapids, Iowa distribution center on Oct. 18, 2022, according to a WARN notice filed with Iowa Workforce Development , a state agency that manages workplace issues. The facility reportedly employed 1,100 workers prior to the cuts, according to Corridor Business Journal. “We have made the difficult decision to reduce our workforce at our Midwest fulfillment center in order to better align with the current needs of our business,” said a Nordstrom spok

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The internationalisation of trade and investment is a trademark of our hyper-connected world. Aided by mass digitalisation, businesses are increasingly revamping their processes by adopting globalised digital tools, especially cross-border payments. Ensuring frictionless transactions everywhere, these payment channels are vital for businesses to cope with evolving demands arising from rapid globalisation, alongside safeguarding their cash flows – especially when guarding against unprecedented gl

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Large businesses, which have been able to avoid paying federal taxes in the past based on deductions, won’t have the option going forward following the passage last month of the 15 percent corporate minimum tax. Amazon.com, Berkshire Hathaway and eBay are on a short list of companies expected to be affected by the change in tax law.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

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. The aim, according to former chief executive Reuben Casey, was to reach out to a newer generation of customers and help them to explore the outdoors.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Instacart has cut staff and slowed new hiring ahead of its planned initial public offering (IPO). The delivery platform fired staff following mid-year performance reviews. At least three senior-level executives have lost their jobs in recent weeks.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Since it debuted its first product, the Impossible Burger back in 2016, Impossible Foods has been on a mission to restore biodiversity and reduce the impact of climate change by transforming the global food system. In 2020, it released its second product, the Impossible Sausage Made From Plants, and it’s just getting started. “So far in 2022, we’ve seen a nearly 70 per cent increase in retail sales.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Amazon.com is looking to jumpstart holiday sales on its platform with a “Prime Early Access Sale” on October 11 and 12. The retail and technology giant in February increased its annual Prime membership by $20.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Kiwi fashion retailer Rodd & Gunn is set to open a new additional global experiential store, The Lodge Bar & Dining, at 299 Bourke Street, Melbourne. The store, which is located near the Little Collins entrance, spans 756sqm and offers a dining experience alongside its retail space. “Melding fashion, food and wine, Rodd & Gunn and The Lodge Bar & Dining, Little Collins Street will treat customers to a truly memorable experience,” said Mike Beagley, CEO of Rodd & Gunn.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

U.S. manufacturing facilities lost 1.36 million jobs from February to April 2020. As of August 2022, a total of 1.43 million jobs, a gain of 67,000, have been added. “One of the most striking things that we are seeing now,” said Brian Deese, the director of the National Economic Council, “is the number of companies — U.S. companies and global companies — that are committing to build and expand their manufacturing footprint in the United States, and doing so based on their view that not only did

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Department stores globally are adjusting their product offer to reflect rapid changes in the menswear category as the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on the category wears off. According to research undertaken by the International Association of Department Stores and multinational business and creative intelligence consultancy NellyRodi, the Covid-19 pandemic and its gradual disappearance have translated into “a V-shaped trajectory” for the men’s fashion category in department stores.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

President Biden last week said that the COVID-19 “pandemic is over” even as around 400 people every day die in the U.S. after contracting the virus. Much of America has returned to a semblance of life before the pandemic, but many activities are not yet back to the way they were in 2019 as individuals assess their risks in specific situations like taking mass transit, going to an office, et al.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands continues to be one of the most popular destinations for shoppers who crave luxury retail experiences in Singapore. Its continued strong financials in the April-June quarter, with revenue increasing to US$55 million from US$39 million in the same period last year, is testament to its strong fundamentals. “We have seen an accelerated recovery this year due to the resumption of travel and easing of Covid-19 restrictions since April,” Hazel Chan, vice president of re

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Food prices have jumped 11.4 percent over the past year with grocery up 13.5 percent and restaurants up eight percent. Consumers are switching to store brands, clipping coupons and otherwise looking for deals to stretch their food dollars further.

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Retail Dive

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Keeping up with demand and ensuring a frictionless customer experience throughout peak season requires visibility, flexibility and quick action from retailers.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Kroger is the largest supermarket operator in the U.S. and the retailer is using its size to deploy technology and analytics to understand its customers as well, if not better than, its smaller competition. “We are leveraging data to engage with customers through digital channels such as apps and website logins to make the customer interactions relevant, and bring to life personalized shopping experiences,” said Yael Cosset, senior vice president and chief information officer at Kroger.

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A1 Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

This November, the Caribbean-inspired restaurant and bar is bringing their tropical trio of rum, reggae and jerk to the heart of Romford. Promising to introduce the flavours and spirit of the Caribbean to Romford town, Turtle Bay is set to open doors to its remarkable 46th site this November. Set in the prime location of The Brewery Shopping and Leisure Centre, the restaurant sits just a stone’s throw away from Romford station.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Macy’s plans to add more than 41,000 full- and part-time workers heading into the Christmas selling season. The retailer said it is looking to fill positions at its namesake chain, supply chain locations and call centers as well as those at Bloomingdale’s and Blue Mercury.

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Retail Dive

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

As brands search high and low for alternatives that don't use animal products or plastic, more are turning toward mycelium.

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Retail Minded

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Recently I had the opportunity to learn from Manhattan Associate’s Sebastian LeFebure about supply chain innovation based on customer purchasing changes. LeFebure shares insight to the RetailMinded.com audience elaborating on this conversation, ultimately revealing how the movement to D2C is a supply chain revelation that brands such as Adidas and Nike have found success with.

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Retail Dive

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

The retailers are unleashing seasonal specials in early October, and more are likely to follow as inflation pushes consumers to seek out good deals.

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A1 Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Myprotein, the world’s largest online sports nutrition brand, has signed a landmark licensing agreement with Iceland Foods which will see a new range of Myprotein frozen prepared meals and desserts stocked in 1,000+ Iceland stores from early 2023. The five-year partnership covers Iceland stores in the UK, international franchises and online, and marks the first time Myprotein has agreed to license out the brand.

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Retail Dive

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Michael Creedon, who has led U.S. store operations for Advance Auto Parts, will play a key role as the dollar retailer tries to become more competitive.

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365 Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

As physical retail evolves, design and experience have become more powerful tools than ever. The Creative Retail Awards have recognised the very best in retail, leisure, and hospitality design & display since 2018. With categories including sustainability, omni-channel, technology, VM schemes, POP/POS, shopfitting, store design, experience, and innovation, the Awards recognise talent across the full spectrum the industry.

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