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PRShots Digest brings you the latest retail news from Moonpig, Sweaty Betty, Asda, Zalando, Boots, Tommy Hilfiger, Hugo Boss, Levi’s Banana Republic and H&M. Plus articles on Next’s Simon Wolfson on acquisitions, New Looks CEO on the changing consumer, and why you need the cloud and more.

THE LATEST RETAIL INDUSTRY NEWS

H&M profits surge

H&M sales grew 12% to £4.8bn in Q1 with operating profit up 57% to £56.5m  as its cost-cutting measures start to pay off.

Moonpig enjoys record sales

Moonpig recorded its largest ever week of sales ahead of Mother’s Day and expects adjusted EBITDA and group annual revenue remain unchanged at £320m for the year to May 2023.

Asda profits plummet as inflation costs and investing in prices hit bottom line

Supermarket giant Asda has reported plummeting profits as spiralling costs and investing in keeping prices lower for customers hammered its bottom line.

Wolverine cuts Sweaty Betty UK jobs

Wolverine Word Wide plans to move its Sweaty Brand to its London based group and said it will be consolidating its London office space and ​proposing a UK workforce reduction as part of the move.

Zalando to reduce global brand portfolio

Zalando is planning to reduce its product range. In the past two years, the product range grew from 700,000 offered items in the Q4 of 2020 to over 1.8m by 2022.

Boots boss confesses to trying to sabotage Sephora's UK store opening

Seb James, Managing Director of Boots, said the whole of his team focused on making Sephora's return to British retail 'a disaster.'

TRENDS, STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY

Next’s Simon Wolfson on acquisitions

Next's CEO Lord Simon Wolfson speaks to Drapers about price inflation, what makes a business attractive for acquisition and where the retailer's growth opportunities lay.

New Look CEO Helen Connolly on how consumers have ‘changed dramatically’

New Look CEO Helen Connolly said its move “to shift as drastically as consumers do” is how the business has managed to stay afloat over the last three years.

Why the cloud is integral to business future proofing

If the last few years have taught us anything it is the value of technology to innovation, resilience, performance, and simple business continuity.

DejaWooo launches global pre-owned fashion search engine

Pre-owned fashion tech company DejaWooo has launched a global pre-owned fashion search engine that searches across multiple resale platforms with 3000 brands and 1 million products listed   

Nike’s growth secrets

Two former Nike executives share the company’s secret formula for serving customers with its shift to digital, direct-to-consumer model, and sustainability.

How customer engagement can drive revenue growth.

In the UK, 94% of companies investing in digital customer engagement saw revenues grow by an average of 107% with increases also in customer retention, conversion and long-term loyalty.

A guide to social selling

Social selling allows you to laser-target your prospecting, establish rapport with potential clients, and drive social media sales.

6 things you’re doing wrong with website content optimisation

Many website content optimisation factors get ignored, forgotten, or dismissed. Try these fixes for frequent mistakes to supercharge your site for visitors and search engines.

7 ChatGPT browser extensions for SEO

Innovative browser extensions can supercharge ChatGPT output. Here are seven for search engine optimisation.

CMA urges retailers to crack down on “online rip-offs”

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is urging consumers to call out and report online rip-offs via a new digital reporting form amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

Amazon to start flagging ‘frequently returned’ products

Amazon is adding a warning on certain product pages, alerting shoppers if the items are "frequently returned" items.

BRAND NEWS

Tommy Hilfiger launches first-ever cross-metaverse virtual hub

Tommy Hilfiger has put its foot in the metaverse door with the launch of a “decentralised presence”, powered by virtual retail tech developer Emperia.

Hugo Boss joins Metaverse Fashion Week

Metaverse fashion week has added Boss to its roster of brands, which also sees Dolce & Gabbana, Coach, Tommy Hilfiger and Adidas.

Levi’s and Nigo partner for new collaboration celebrating 150th anniversary of 501 jeans

Levi’s has teamed up with Japanese designer Nigo again for SS23 and the latest instalment of its collaborative design series in celebration of the 150th anniversary of its famous 501 jeans.

Banana Republic launches new homeware categories

Banana Republic is continuing to establish itself as a premium lifestyle brand by expanding its selection of homeware categories.

AND FINALLY

The death of the PR degree

PR Academy's education research has revealed the steep decline of the BA Public Relations degree courses from 22 courses available 20 years ago to just two courses available today.

PRSHOTS TOP 10 SEARCHES

What were our users searching for on PRShots Week ending March 24^th 2023?

1/ Easter

2/ Garden

3/ Coronation

4/ Pink

5/ Sunglasses

6/ Blue

7/ Bathroom

8/ Dress

9/ Candle  

10/ Cushion

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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

PrettyLittleThing  has new maternity wear featuring Sophia Smith and a new Gemma Owen Occasion Edit

Threadbare has new mens and womens ranges

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

Bryony Bel has new jewellery ranges

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

Roman Originals has new spring and summer ranges in all sizes

Aspiga has new summer clothing

Primark has a new Paula Echevarria and NFL Dolphins collaboration, beachwear and accessories, plus an EDIT range

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

Shoe Zone has new kids ranges

New Look has new footwear ranges, swimwear and summer clothing drops

TK Maxx has new clothing, shoes, make up and accessories

Barbour has new mens, womens and kids ranges

River Island has a new Nine range as well as swimwear and accessories, spring/summer clothing

National Trust Shop has new scarves, hats, bags and accessories

Matalan has new bags, hats and sandals

Peacocks has new womenswear ranges

Fatface has new mens, womens and kids ranges

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

Monsoon Cotton Traders Oliver Bonas Radley The Morphbag by JSK Marks & Spencer NoLoGo  Dancing Leopard Crew Clothing Very Lipsy Tu Clothing Teva Office

Home, garden and food

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

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

Sofology has new furniture ranges

Cuckooland has new outdoor furniture

Cutter & Squidge has new Eid treats

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

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

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

Cardfactory has new mermaid themed gifts

Dunelm has new camping and outdoor ranges homeware and Easter gifts and decorations

Cambridge Imprint has new cards and gifts

Marks & Spencer has new outdoor ranges

Furniture Village has new outdoor furniture

TK Maxx has new home ranges and toys

Homesense has new gift ranges for pets, party ranges, home furniture and things for outdoor dining

The Range has Easter homeware and decorations, plus kitchen and homeware to keep you organised in 2023

Nologo has new tableware

B&M has new animal gifts

Oliver Bonas has new home ranges

See additional new home images from the last weeks from

Cult Furniture Fritz Fryer Next Branch Jewellery Primark GettingPersonal Nest Cartwright & Butler Fatface George Home Daisy Park  Very Primark Home Cath Kidston

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DIARY

PRShots Retail Alert

Days until Easter – 10

Days until Eid al-Fitr – 22

Days until The Coronation - 37

Days until Halloween – 215

Days until Singles Day - 226

Days until Black Friday – 239

Days until Christmas Day – 270

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

March is mostly about preparing for the big Easter holidays in April so make sure you are starting to include relevant Easter keywords, plus it’s also the time people make their first big getaway abroad so any keywords and clothes for warmer climes, loungewear, going out wear, swimsuits, bikinis etc should be added.

Plus, as we’re now definitely in Spring, carry on adding those spring and summer-related images and adding keywords relating to the summer like swimwear, outdoor living, garden, garden parties and Barbecues (don’t forget to add all of the other spellings BBQ, Bar-B-Que etc).   

We’re also starting to get ready for the bridal season – the peak is May to October – so If you have bridal wear or anything appropriate to weddings then start to upload it, and label it with the keyword wedding.

Lastly, it’s Oscar month so why not upload some smart suits and dresses and create an Oscar section for an evening watching the Oscars.  

If you’re looking for more hooks to help promote your brand and products then see the list of days, weeks and fortnights below.

March Diary - Weeks/Months

In the UK it’s National Bed Month - Introduced by The Sleep Council and The National Bed Federation, it aims to raise awareness of the importance of sleep so push anything sleep-related. it’s also the British Heart Foundation Dechox month which encourages people to give up chocolate – cakes and biscuits - for the month! So, any chocolate, biscuit or cake alternatives should be pushed.   

Interesting Stat: National No-Smoking day was originally on Ash Wednesday when it was started in 1984. It was moved to the second Wednesday in March as, while it’s less easy to remember, the date doesn’t move around the calendar quite so much as Ash Wednesday does.  

Other events include;

Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month

World Autism Awareness Week (Mar 27^th – Apr 2^nd)

English Tourism Week (Mar 17^th – Mar 26^th)

Ideal Home Show (Mar 17^th – Apr 2^nd)

National Fragrance Week (Mar 20^th – Mar 26^th)

The Big Walk and Wheel (Mar 20^th – Mar 31^st) Changes

March - Days

31^st – Wear a Hat Day (Brain Tumour Research)  

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;

World Autism Awareness Week (Mar 27th – Apr 2nd)

Community Garden Week (Apr 3rd – Apr 9th)

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

1^st – April Fool’s Day

5^th – Passover Begins

6^th – Maundy Thursday 

7^th – World Health Day  

7^th – National Beer Day (US)

7^th – Good Friday 

9^th – Easter Sunday 

10^th – Easter Monday

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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