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PRShots Digest brings you the latest retail news from Tesco, Holland & Barrett, Wolford, LVMH, Boohoo, Sports Direct, JD Williams, Swarovski, Freemans, Primark, Fitflop, Rixo, Siksilk, Dune, and Kidly. Plus articles on how to get your content seen on Instagram, the four Rs of PR, how to get consumers to give you their data and more.

THE LATEST RETAIL INDUSTRY NEWS

Tesco profits fall after “incredibly tough year for customers”

Tesco accounts for the year to 25 Feb saw sales up by 5.3% to £57.6bn but operating profit declined by 6.1% to £2.49b with pre-tax profit down 50.8% at £1bn.

Holland & Barrett owner eyes bid for Planet Organic

Holland & Barrett owner LetterOne is in talks about a last-minute rescue bid for Planet Organic as the brand seeks an extension to the notice to file it gave last month.

Wolford losses widen

Wolford sales rose 15% to €125.5m with online sales up 7% and retail sales up 28% but EBIT loss widened to €28.6m from €5.2m, partly due to “one-off events and expenses in 2022” of €9.3m.

Boohoo settles prices lawsuit for $197m

Boohoo has reached a $197m settlement for its US lawsuit over pricing and will involve the brand splitting the settlement money with 9.4m individuals in over 11.3m gift cards.

LVMH Q1 sales lifted by strong Chinese rebound

LVMH sales were up 17% to € 21.04bn in Q1, more than double analysts' expectations, with growth attributed to China rebounding after covid lockdowns with sales up 14% in Asia and 8% in the US.

Sainsbury’s restructure to impact 7,000 roles

Supermarket giant Sainsbury’s has launched a major restructuring and consolidation of its logistics operations which will affect around 7,000 staff.

Kidly turns to the crowd to raise cash for own-label range

Kidly has launched a crowdfunding campaign to invest in its own-brand range and has already reached 95% of its target investment, with 85% raised within the first two days.

BRC responds to Labour’s high-street rescue plan

The British Retail Consortium has called for a "permanent freeze of business rates" after the Labour Party promised to cut business rates as part of its plan to revitalising the high-street.

Boots places customers in virtual queue as website crashes after No7 range launch

Boots was forced to open a virtual queue as the soaring demand from customers crashed the website following the launch of the new No7 Future Renew range.

TRENDS, STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY

How to get your content seen on Instagram

The Instagram algorithm affects everyone who uses the platform - especially brands. Learn all the latest ranking factors here and find out how to get your content seen.

How often to post to social media

The answer to "how often to post to social media" varies by platform. But it will also require some testing on your own accounts.

How high can UK retail’s wages climb?

Our ranking of shopfloor pay at the UK’s biggest retailers shows a rapid pace of change, but with shrinking volumes and rampant inflation to consider, how high can it realistically rise?

Is fashion falling out of love with social media?

The fashion industry has never been so present on social networks, but recent controversies and the younger generation's lack of interest in some of these platforms could change the game.

How to get your audience to give their data for personalised content

If consumers find personalised content valuable, they’re likely to exchange their personal data for it. Here are some top tips to foster that environment and gain helpful customer information.

The four Rs for PRs

The reasons why thought leadership is so important in a PR context can be broken down into Reputation, Relationships, Revenue, and Real-world Impact.

Sports Direct predicts “trainers of the future” in AI campaign

Sports Direct has partnered with applied futurist, Tom Cheesewright, to predict how human feet will change over the next 100 years and design perfect trainers for them in a new AI campaign.

Sports Direct drops labels for online order returns

Sports Direct is partnering with the InPost automated parcel machine (APM) service to allow shoppers to return online purchases without the need to print a label.

Pangaia and Zellerfeld pilot on-demand 3D-printed trainers

Materials science company Pangaia is launching on-demand 3D printed trainers with emerging technology company Zellerfeld.

Siksilk drives a 25% boost in e-commerce

Urban streetwear brand, SikSilk, has seen a 25% increase in e-commerce purchases from on-site search since implementing new AI-powered site search technology from Nosto.

BRAND NEWS

Dune London enlists Strictly stars for occasionwear collection campaign

Dune London has unveiled its latest campaign, called ‘Let’s Dance’ and featuring Strictly stars Nadiya Bychkova and Kai Widdrington and supporting the retailer’s latest occasionwear collection.

JD Williams enlists Davina McCall and Amanda Holden in campaign

JD Williams has enlisted Davina McCall and Amanda Holden in its new “Find Your Style” campaign which targets mid-life woman.

Swarovski teams up with Marvel on a jewellery and figurine collection

Swarovski has collaborated with Marvel on a jewellery and home collection inspired by Marvel comic book characters, including Black Panther and Captain Marvel.

Freemans launches new value initiative as cost of living climbs

Freemans has unveiled a new Everyday Value initiative in an attempt to “help families on a budget” amid the cost-of-living crisis.

Primark launches first circular product range in latest sustainability push

Primark has launched ‘Primark Cares’ its first-ever circular product collection in its latest sustainability push as it pledges to “give clothes a longer life”. For images see https://www.prshots.com/primark

FitFlop launches small-scale version of its flip flops for kids

FitFlop has brought its footwear technology to the kids market for the first time with a new range of flip flops specifically biomechanically engineered for growing feet.

Rixo opens new 'House of Rixo' flagship store on King's Road

As womenswear label Rixo enters its 8th year, the brand has opened a flagship store on London's King’s Road, bringing back its print-led contemporary designs to the historic area.

Smartwool launches hiking sock made from discarded socks

Smartwool has announced the launch of the ‘Second Cut’ hiking sock, its first circular sock made from old, discarded socks sent in by customers.

AND FINALLY

CMA urges UK shoppers to report online rip-offs

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is promoting the next step of its ‘Online Rip-Off Tip-Off’ campaign.

PRSHOTS TOP 10 SEARCHES

What were our users searching for on PRShots Week ending April  7^th 2023?

1/ Coronation

2/ Easter

3/ Garden

4/ Yellow

5/ Sunglasses

6/ Outdoor

7/ Sandals

8/ Bag

9/ Lantern  

10/ SS23

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NEW BRANDS TO PRSHOTS

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.

Curvy Kate lingerie and swimwear is designed to make women feel fabulous about their curves. With sizes from D to K cups Curvy Kate lingerie and swimwear ethos is to “Fit, lift, shape and comfort.”

Imp & Maker founded by entrepreneur Sarah Louise Fairburn to bring together food, drinks & gifts from established, emerging and exciting new names in the food & drink world for both home and corporate gifting.

Scamp & Dude was created by Jo Tutchener-Sharp, founder and previous MD of Beauty Seen PR and is famous for their signature leopard and lightning bolt print and vibrant designs, which features in their mens, womens, kids and baby ranges.

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BRANDS WITH NEW IMAGES

Clothing, beauty and accessories

Roman Originals has new spring and summer ranges in all sizes

Peacocks has new menswear, womenswear and teen ranges

Aspiga has new womenswear ranges

Monsoon has new women’s summer ranges

Primark has new Primark Cares ranges, plus menswear,  beachwear, athleisure wear, summer value ranges and Paula Echevarria

New Look has new women’s summer wear, footwear ranges, and swimwear

Matalan has new menswear ranges from Taylor & Wright

Tu Clothing has new women’s ranges of clothes for the evening and the beach, plus shoes and bags

Bryony Bel has new jewellery ranges

PrettyLittleThing  has a Sasa By Lopez collection, new maternity wear featuring Sophia Smith and a new Gemma Owen Occasion Edit

Crew Clothing  has new his and hers ranges

Barbour has new mens, womens and kids ranges

Oliver Bonas has new women’s ranges

Radley has new images for April

Lipsy has a new V&A Love & Roses collaboration for SS23

Very has new V by Very and Very Curve ranges plus Michelle Keegan collaborations

Threadbare has new mens and womens ranges

Regatta has new Giovanna Fletcher and Orla Kiely collaboration ranges for the beach

Dune London Men’s has new SS23 shoes and accessories ranges

Dune London has a new range of bags and kids shoe ranges for the summer

See additional new clothing and accessories images from the last few weeks at

Shoe Zone TK Maxx River Island National Trust Shop Fatface Cotton Traders Radley The Morphbag by JSK Marks & Spencer NoLoGo  Dancing Leopard

Home, garden and food

Cutter & Squidge has new Eid and afternoon tea treats

Habitat has new high summer ware furniture and accessories for indoors and out  

The Range has new coronation ideas

Cuckooland has new kids beds, outdoor furniture and garden pods

Dobbies Garden Centres has new picnic ideas, terrariums, plants, pet ranges, things for the home, and patio furniture.

Daisy Park  has new Emma Bridgewater coronation gifts and homeware

Cardfactory has new coronation and mermaid themed gifts

Next has a new Restore collection for the home

DFS has a new Feel Good Home range for the lounge, dining and bedroom

Ivyline has a new outdoor furniture, water features,  pots, planters, hanging baskets, firepits and mirrors and more  

Oliver Bonas has new home ranges

Furniture Village has new indoor and outdoor furniture

Primark Home outdoor tableware, planters, candles and more

Biscuiteers Baking has new coronation goodies as well as Smiley 50th birthday ranges plus Father’s Day

Sofology has new furniture ranges

Wilko has new picnic and outdoor items, plus gifts and home items

National Trust shop has new bird feeders, plant collections and summer items for outdoor living

Dunelm has new camping and outdoor ranges homeware

Cambridge Imprint has new cards and gifts

Marks & Spencer has new outdoor ranges

TK Maxx has new home ranges and toys

See additional new home images from the last weeks from

Homesense Nologo B&M Cult Furniture Fritz Fryer Next Branch Jewellery GettingPersonal Nest Cartwright & Butler Fatface George Home Very Primark Home

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DIARY

PRShots Retail Calendar Alerts

Days until Eid al-Fitr – 8

Days until The Coronation - 23

Days until Halloween – 201

Days until Singles Day - 212

Days until Black Friday – 225

Days until Christmas Day – 256

How to get your brand on the April Editorial Calendars, search engines and social media 

We’re now definitely in Spring, and people are thinking about the approaching summer holidays, so add any spring-summer-related images you have and add in keywords relating to summer outfits and summer events e.g. festivals, Glastonbury, beachwear, swimwear, the garden, garden parties, outdoor living, things for the patio, and of course Barbecues. Don’t forget to add all of the other spellings BBQ, Bar-B-Que etc and other related keywords like picnic, garden party, get-togethers, parties, socials, gatherings and for the young ‘gaths’.

While some people are looking to holidays abroad some are also trimming their budgets thanks to the rising costs of gas and electricity etc, and are looking closer to home, so add in keywords and phrases like “staycation”, “holistay”, “holiday at home” to your keywords and why not suggest clothing like cardigans for the colder UK evenings.

It’s also Easter and the first big break of the year, and it’s traditionally when people start to look at brightening up their gardens/patios/windowsills, so include any planting/gardening imagery and keywords as well as any of the standard Easter related items, decorations, presents, bunnies and of course eggs and chocolate.  

April Diary – Weeks/Months

As well as Easter there are lots of other big events in April. April is World Stress awareness month and National Pet Month in the UK, so if you have anything to relieve stress (massage products, recliners, diffusers, pillows, garden swings etc) and anything for pets (dog coats, cat collars, dog beds will also be looked for etc) then add them and get all the relevant keywords added.

Other events include;

Discover National Parks Fortnight (Apr 4th – Apr 18th)

International Dark-Sky Week (Apr 15th – Apr 22nd)

Allergy Awareness Week (Apr 20th – Apr 25th)

MS Awareness Week (Apr 24th – Apr 30th)

April - Days

13^th – Passover Ends 

14th – Vaisakhi (Sikh New Year) 

14^th-16^th – Coachella Weekend One

15^th – Grand National

21^st - National Tea Day

21^st – End of Ramadan

22^nd – Earth Day

21^st- 23^rd – Coachella Weekend Two 

23rd – St George’s Day

23^rd - National Asparagus Day

23^rd – Shakespeare Day

24^th - National Skipping Day

24^th – Fashion Revolution Day

25^th – World Malaria Day

25^th – National Lingerie Day

26^th – Stop Food Waste Day

29^th - International Dance Day

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