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THE LATEST RETAIL INDUSTRY NEWS
Google tests AI for fashion shopping
Google is to test AI in its shopping search with “Search Generative Experience” (SGE), with the new search adding a greater understanding of the intention behind the search term used.
John Lewis chair White wins backing for future amid investment row
The John Lewis Partnership chair Dame Sharon White has maintained that the partnership will always remain employee-owned, “no ifs or buts” as staff backed her to continue in her role.
eBay launches programme to help small businesses reduce carbon footprint
eBay UK is launching a training programme to help small businesses cut their carbon footprint in day-to-day operations.
Ikea opens new distribution centre to power London expansion
Ikea has opened a new customer distribution centre to speed up home delivery in London and the South-East as it continues expansion in the capital.
Mytheresa sales rise as it confirms full-year outlook
Luxury multi-brand platform Mytheresa has reported a 17.8% increase in gross merchandise value to £191m for Q3 ending 31 March 2023 with adjusted EBITDA at £2.7m.
Asos losses deepen as online retail takes a hit
Asos revenue fell 8% to £1.8bn in the half to Feby 2023 with an adjusted loss before tax of £87.4m, but said it remained confident in its performance as it worked on improving profitability.
Deloitte faces investigation after Joules collapse
The Financial Reporting Council (FRC) has launched an investigation against Deloitte in relation to its audit of fashion group Joules’ 2021 financial results.
Amazon plans more warehouses and higher headcount in Europe
Amazon revealed at Shoptalk that it has invested $156bn in Europe since 2010 and instead of cutting staff as it has done in the US it plans to increase staff and add to its 70+ fulfilment centres.
UK footfall dramatically drops on King’s Coronation day while central London sees huge uplift
Footfall across all UK destinations fell 20.6% on Coronation day – apart from central London which grew 21.5% - with footfall for the week to 6th May dropping by just 0.2% on the previous week.
Marks & Spencer injects fresh funding into Nobody’s Child
Marks & Spencer has provided further funding to Nobody’s Child, the “eco-conscious” brand in which it took a stake two years ago and which is a key partner in its third-party brands strategy.
JD Sports snaps up French specialist Courir in €520m deal
JD Sports intends to buy French sports footwear and clothing group Courir in a €520m deal as it enacts the strategy set out by new chief executive Régis Schultz.
Body Shop owner Natura's makes Q1 loss
Body Shop and Aesop owner Natura reported what it called a “resilient performance” for Q1 with net revenue of BRL8bn (£1.27bn) up 3.4% but saw a net loss was BRL652.4m (£103.3m).
Inter Parfums reports ‘record’ results, on track for $1.25bn sales
Inter Parfums Q1 sales were up 24% to $311.7m with operating income up 47% to $90.3m driven by a 26% growth in Europe and is on track to achieve net sales of $1.25bn for the full year.
High inflation masks falling retail sales volumes
KPMG and the British Retail Consortium data shows retail sales were up 5.2% in April. However, when sales are adjusted for inflation the rise masks a much larger drop in the volumes of goods.
Department store customers buying both online and in-store spend three times more than others
Department store customers who buy both online and in-store spend on average three times more than those who use only one shopping channel.
TRENDS, STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY
What's next for digital retail fashion
In 2018, Gartner predicted that by 2023, the majority of businesses adopting AI for commerce will have seen an increase of 25% or more in customer satisfaction, revenue, and cost-efficiency
How eBay UK is driving sustainable shopping
eBay UK global fashion general manager Kirsty Keoghan shared how the marketplace is pushing circular fashion. The key is the 'nudging, not judging' approach.
Five brands changing the game in sports and fitness
The latest instalment of Retail Week’s Disruptors series showcases the brands making waves in the sports and leisure sector.
Five ways Kingfisher is maximising growth with Screwfix
Barring the huge boost for the sector during the pandemic, DIY giant Kingfisher has been reliant on its Screwfix trade-counter format to drive sales and profit growth in recent years.
4 ways Pull & Bear is using digital to boost sales
Despite the challenging economic environment, Pull & Bear sales grew 15% in its last financial year. Their digital boss shares how the merge of physical and online helps Pull & Bear drive revenue.
Crocs pushes back net-zero target by 10 years
Footwear specialist Crocs is taking a step back on its previously outlined net-zero target, now striving to become net-zero by 2040 instead of 2030.
Skincare market forecasted to reach $180bn by 2026
Brandessence Market Research expects the global skincare market to grow by 5% annually to reach $180bn by the year 2026 with Asia-Pacific responsible for the majority of the growth.
PEOPLE, MOVERS AND SHAKERS
JD Sports names new chief financial officer
JD Sports has appointed Dominic Platt as chief financial officer and a member of its board, he currently holds the same role at Compare the Market owner BGL Group.
Poundstretcher CEO steps down as company eyes flotation
Poundstretcher’s chief executive Derek Lawlor has left the business following a difference in opinion over where the company should be headed.
BRAND NEWS
Lingerie and swimwear business Pour Moi plans to open 10 new stores over the next year beginning with a new shop in Leeds.
Tu at Sainsbury's launches two new womenswear brands
Tu at Sainsbury's has launched two new exclusive ready-to-wear womenswear brands for spring/summer, Everbelle and For All The Love.
Roxy collaborates with Kate Bosworth
Surf and sportswear brand Roxy has teamed up with actress Kate Bosworth and the star of the 2002 surfer hit ‘Blue Crush’ on a new capsule collection.
Pretty Little Thing collaborates with Kappa on new retro inspired collection
Pretty Little Thing has teamed up with Italian sportswear brand Kappa on a new collection fronted by US rapper GloRilla. See PrettyLittleThing for new imagery from the collaboration.
Mulberry celebrates 20 years of iconic ‘Bayswater’ bag with new campaign
Mulberry has launched a new campaign in celebration of the 20th anniversary of its ‘Bayswater’ bag, a favourite of celebrity style set including Sienna Miller, Kate Moss and Alexa Chung.
Asda launches Exclusively at George collection in ‘supermarket fashion first’
Asda has launched its new Exclusively at George range in a “supermarket fashion first”, offering shoppers a selection of clothing pieces that will “stand the test of time”.
Hugo Boss launches denim sub-brand Hugo Blue
Thanks to its successful rebrand last year, Hugo Boss is expanding its portfolio with its new line Hugo Blue, set to launch in the summer of 2024.
Bershka and FFFACE.ME launch world's first semi-digital clothing collection
Global fashion retailer Bershka and AR filter creator FFFACE.ME have joined forces to create the world’s first semi-digital clothing collection, fusing fashion and technology.
Millie Bobby Brown to launch pet apparel with Kanine
Millie Bobby Brown’s Florence by Mill brand has signed a long-term pet apparel and accessories agreement with Kanine Group subsidiary, Kanine.
Calvin Klein launches capsule collection with Jennie Kim
Calvin Klein has launched a limited-edition capsule collection designed in partnership with artist, brand ambassador and global icon, Jennie Kim.
AND FINALLY x2
Amazon US offers shoppers $10 to pick up purchases as it targets delivery costs
Amazon in the US is offering customers $10 to pick up a purchase rather than have it shipped to a home address.
Eurovision to boost UK retailers as shoppers splurge on fancy dress
The Eurovision Song Contest's return to the UK after 25 years is expected to bring significant financial gains for retailers and hospitality venues.
PRSHOTS TOP 10 SEARCHES
What were our users searching for on PRShots Week ending April 5th 2023?
1/ Summer
2/ Coronation
3/ Garden
4/ Sunglasses
5/ Picnic
6/ Bag
7/ Outdoor
8/ Bedroom
9/ Yellow
10/ Cushion
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NEW BRANDS TO PRSHOTS
HebTroCo are based in Hebden Bridge and started in 2015 in the pub, they started selling trousers back in 2016 and have never looked back and now sell everything from jackets, to gifts, to their unique Action Blankets.
Paria sell cycle clothing and accessories that couple urban influences with the grit and fervour of the Yorkshire countryside, and collaborate with artists, designers, and illustrators to create something inspiring that promotes a friendly and inclusive attitude to cycling.
Love Hero founders Joshua, Tanja and Heather believed there was a better way to produce clothing that didn’t cost the planet and could reflect the real people who live on it. Which resulted in Love Hero a planet-conscious clothing for ordinary people living extraordinary lives.
Studio started back in 1962 and delivers everything from homewares through to clothing and footwear from top brand names as well as its own branded clothing.
Mission C founder Qes discovered that CBD oil helped his Grandad - who was living with dementia - feel calm and contented, he knew it could help others too. So he created a natural and accessible remedy for people looking to improve their quality of life.
Lavender Hill creates luxurious staples, using natural sources, with extra emphasis placed on how the clothes feel, giving every item the softest touch imaginable and that every piece feels soft and comforting next to your skin.
Jessica Russell Flint is British designer who creates vibrant, entirely unique hand-illustrated prints, with luxury products ranging across accessories, clothing, sleepwear and homeware.
&Sons is all about vintage-inspired clothing for the modern-day Pioneer. Timeless garments for the modern man, designed by and for craftspeople, artisan makers and creative pioneers in their chosen fields of endeavour.
Damsons aim is to cater to real women who face the challenges of life with open arms. Their latest collection is influenced by vintage workwear and iconic styles, delicately transformed into contemporary feminine silhouettes.
Tweedmill is a family run business established in 1971 that creates beautiful British-made blankets, picnic rugs, home accessories and more and are stocked in more than 4000 retailers UK wide.
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BRANDS WITH NEW IMAGES
Clothing, beauty and accessories
Monsoon has new accessories, jewellery and women and children’s summer ranges.
Primark has a new EDIT range, Jurassic Park kids range, a new Bridgerton range of clothes and accessories plus Kids and accessories ranges, Primark Cares ranges.
Accessorize has a wide range of new bags and purses.
Scamp & Dude has new summer wear.
Shoe Zone has new summer shoes and sandals.
PrettyLittleThing has new Kappa and Gemma Owen collaborations, plus beach outfits and a Sasa By Lopez collection
Roman Originals has new spring and summer ranges in all sizes.
River Island has new summer wear.
Peacocks has new womenswear ranges with swim and beach wear.
New Look has new women’s summer wear, and footwear ranges.
Dunelm has new loungewear.
Oliver Bonas has new summer outfits, shoes, sandals, bags, accessories and jewellery.
Threadbare has more images from its new Greecian Getaway range.
Tu Clothing has new linen high-summer clothing.
Barbour has new mens, womens and kids ranges.
Matalan has new womenswear.
Fatface has new sandals, bags, clothes, accessories and jewellery for the summer plus Father’s Day gifts.
Regatta has a new Orla Kiely collaboration range.
George at Asda has new summer beach and womenswear and Father’s Day gifts.
Office has new sandal and trainer ranges.
Dune London and Dune London Men’s have their new Let’s Dance SS23 campaign of men and womens shoes and bags.
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TK Maxx F&F Very Aspiga Nologo Daisy Park Bonmarché Peacocks Matalan Bryony Bel Crew Clothing Radley Lipsy National Trust Shop Fatface Cotton Traders
Home, garden and food
Joe Browns has new homeware for the summer.
Cardfactory has new Father’s Day and mermaid-themed gifts.
Homesense has new kitchen and tableware for dinner parties and accessories for the home and picnic ware.
Dobbies Garden Centres has new plants, picnic ideas, terrariums and indoors and outdoors ranges for the home.
Hobbycraft has new DIY Father’s Day gifts, foam mosaic art and paint and sew your own ranges and cardboard shop and playhouses.
George at Asda has new Father’s Day outfits.
Dunelm has a new Disney and Natural History Museum collaborations plus Timeless and Pride & Joy homeware ranges for lounge, bedroom, dining room and kitchen.
Oliver Bonas has new home ranges for indoors and outdoors.
Primark has a new Bridgerton range of home ware.
The Range has new BBQs.
Cartwright & Butler has new Father’s Day ranges.
Regatta has a new Orla Kiely collaboration range of tents and accessories.
Cutter & Squidge has new Father’s Day and afternoon tea treats.
TK Maxx has new homeware, picnic and beach accessories.
Nologo has new gifts.
Studio has new gift ranges.
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DIARY
PRShots Retail Calendar Alerts
Days until Halloween - 173
Days until Singles Day - 184
Days until Black Friday - 197
Days until Christmas Day - 228
How to get your brand on the May Editorial Calendars, higher up on search engines and in social media
We’re now well into Spring, so carry on adding those spring-summer-related images and there are bank holidays aplenty this month, and hopefully, we’ll have great weather. So add all those keywords relating to being out of the house and into the garden and the great outdoors; keywords to add include garden, garden parties, barbecues, (don’t forget to add all of the other spellings BBQ, Bar-B-Que etc) picnics, outdoors etc.
Summer holidays are on the horizon so images of beach holidays and swimwear, as well as holiday clothes, festival clothes and all of the associated keywords and phrases eg sandals, beachwear, swimsuits, bikinis, linen, summer wear.
Although with the cost-of-living increases not everyone will be going abroad so still keep keywords and phrases like “staycation” “holistay” “holiday at home” to your keywords, and why not suggest clothing like cardigans and hoodies for the colder UK evenings.
May is also the start of wedding season so if you have any wedding-related items, then get ready to promote them with any wedding keywords, bridal, bride, groom, hen party, stag do etc.
May Diary - Weeks/Months
May is National Walking Month, National Smile Month and Skin Cancer awareness month
It’s also;
National Vegetarian Week (May 15th – May 21st)
National Stationery Week (May 15th – May 21st)
Cannes Film Festival (May 16th – May 27th)
National Doughnut Week (May 20th – May 28th)
Sandwich Week (May 21st – May 27th)
Chelsea Flower Show (May 22nd – May 27th)
National Barbeque Week (May 29th – June 4th)
May - Days
12th – International Nurses Day
13th – World Cocktail Day
13th – Eurovision Final in Liverpool
14th – Mother’s Day (US and Australia)
15th – International Day of Families
18th – Ascension Day
20th – World Bee Day
20th – World Whisky Day
21st – International Tea Day
22nd – World Goth Day
22nd – Craft Distillery Day (US)
25th - Geek Pride Day
25th – National Wine Day (US)
29th – National Biscuit Day
29th – Spring Bank Holiday
29th – Memorial Day (US)
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