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Retail

Stat: Why hangout retail is defining the future of shopping

New research from Lightspeed Commerce highlights a shift in retail expectations, with younger consumers prioritising connection over convenience.

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Fashion

The Rise of the C-Store

Brands are re-appraising the convenience store sector, viewing this once low-key retail channel as a valuable, authentic backdrop for launches, brand takeovers and promotions.

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Retail

The Big Idea: Circular Store Design

As consumers continue to expect brands to produce products that are sustainable and socially conscious, this year saw retailers working to ensure that their physical store was aligned with these values

Wheelys 247, Shanghai
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Retail

Staffless stores

Shanghai – Wheelys 247 is the first staffless retail model to open in China.

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Fashion

Future threads

Berlin ­– Adidas has opened a pop-up store that enables visitors to design their own knitwear.

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Fashion

Streamlined shopping

San Francisco – Everlane’s new retail concept takes a no-frills approach, with fewer shop assistants, DIY dressing rooms and check-in payments.

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Fashion

Locals only

New York – Champions of local fashion design talent Not Just A Label (NJAL) has opened its first bricks-and-mortar store at the Waldorf Astoria hotel.

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Technology

Perfectionist packaging

Cupertino, California – Apple is working with retail partners to revamp its third-party accessories packaging.

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Retail

Natural beauty

San Fransisco – Credo is a new beauty emporium offering natural and organic products.