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PRShots Roundup brings you the latest retail news from Jack Wills, Mytheresa, N Brown, Shopify, Select, Currys, Dr Martens, JD Outdoor, Freemans, Little Mistress, Adidas and Boots. Plus, how engagement metrics can help you stay competitive, how AI is changing buyer behaviour and more.
THE LATEST RETAIL INDUSTRY NEWS
Jack Wills sales fall as it cuts store numbers
Jack Wills results for the year to May 2024 show sales fell to £19.1m from £28.4m, with a net loss of £31k from a profit of £10m in 2023. With stores reduced from 32 to 24.
Mytheresa sales were up 13.4% year-on-year to €223m in Q2 with US sales up 17.6% with adjusted EBITDA at €16.2m up from €7.5m.
Shopify’s revenue in Q4 increased 31% to $2.8bn, its seventh consecutive quarter of 25% or greater revenue growth. With profits for FY24 at $1.1bn, up from a loss of $1.4bn in FY23.
N Brown completes £191m takeover by founding family
N Brown Group has completed its £19m acquisition by Joshua Alliance, the retailer’s non-executive director and fourth-largest shareholder.
Select Fashion set to close 12 stores across the UK following CVA filing
High street fashion retailer Select Fashion is believed to be closing 12 of its branches over the next two months, almost one year on from its entry into a Company Voluntary Arrangement.
Beales closes final store after 140 years
Beales is set to close its last remaining department store in Poole’s Dolphin Centre as it winds down the business after more than 140 years.
One in ten shop floor workers expected to leave retail by 2028
Retail Jobs Alliance (RJA) warns one in ten shop floor workers – around 300,000 - are expected to exit retail by 2028.
Kingfisher boss eyes further European Screwfix expansion as French business grows
Kingfisher CEO Thierry Garnier says he could look to expand Screwfix into more European countries if its French business continues to expand.
BRC boss urges retailers to focus on innovation rather than cut costs in Budget response
The chief executive of the BRC has urged retailers to “stay focused on the innovative end and customer deliver” rather than just cut costs in response to the Budget.
TRENDS, SUSTAINABILITY, STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY
How engagement metrics can help you stay competitive
With customer journeys more complex than ever, engagement metrics provide the insights you need to nurture leads and stay competitive.
How to build consumer trust in the age of AI
Trust in AI is at an all-time low, but businesses rely on it more than ever. Learn to bridge the trust gap and foster consumer confidence.
How AI is changing buying behaviour
A new Capgemini report focuses on how global consumers discover products, how they shop, and why they switch brands.
Currys boss says AI will be the ‘single biggest tech trend since the tablet’
Currys chief executive Alex Baldock has said the retailer expects AI to be the “single biggest tech trend since the tablet” as more customers adopt AI products.
Why retail media is the channel of choice
A pair of studies found marketers are bullish on retail media, despite its growing pains and imperfections.
PEOPLE, MOVERS AND SHAKERS
Dr Martens hires ex-American Eagle Outfitters CEO as non-exec director
Dr Martens has announced Robert Hanson and Benoit Vauchy will join as non-executive directors in late March.
JD Outdoor poaches Hobbycraft CEO
JD Sports has poached Hobbycraft CEO Dominic Jordan to lead its outdoors business –(Go Outdoors, Blacks Millets - as boss Lee Bagnall steps down.
Freemans appoints chief commercial officer
Freemans has appointed Paul Horsfield, previously transformation director at N Brown, to the newly created role of chief commercial officer.
BRAND NEWS
Little Mistress has unveiled a first look of its autumn/winter 25 collection, featuring elevated knitwear and slinky silhouettes, as it looks to combat US tariffs and drive bricks-and-mortar sales.
Adidas unveils new elevated premium A-Type line
Adidas is launching a new line featuring premium, elevated versions of its products with an emphasis on craftsmanship under its lifestyle label Adidas Originals.
Boots rolls out blister pack recycling scheme
Boots has rolled out a blister pack recycling scheme nationwide to more than 800 of the retailer’s stores, following a successful regional pilot.
Aesop announces northern debut with Victoria Leeds store
Aesop's first new store of 2025 is also its first in the North of England. The 753 sq ft debut store in Victoria Leeds will feature the brands full range of goods.
John Lewis Partnership reaches apprenticeship milestone
John Lewis Partnership has announced it has enrolled over 5,000 apprentices since 2017, while Amazon is taking on 1,000 new apprentices in the UK in 2025.
AND FINALLY
‘We don’t cheat, we compete’, says Shein executive
Shein’s head of strategic and corporate affairs in North America, the UK and Europe Peter Pernot-Day has said that there are “misperceptions” around the way the fast-fashion retailer operates.
PRSHOTS TOP 10 SEARCHES
What were our users searching for on PRShots Week ending February 7th 2025?
1/ SS25
2/ Valentine
3/ Leopard
4/ Garden
5/ Jacket
6/ Cushion
7/ Easter
8/ Bag
9/ Vase
10/ Diffuser
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NEW BRANDS TO PRSHOTS
Joma Jewellery was established in the UK in 2007 by Katie and Geoff who were travelling through Asia looking for inspiration and chanced on a jewellery market in China that created unique, eye -catching designs. In 2015 Joma expanded to open in Europe and now has sites in France, Germany, Spain, Italy and Norway and opened its first UK store in 2019.
Katie Loxton Katie Loxton is the go-to online destination for beautifully personalised handbags, accessories, and gifts for all occasions including Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day. All their Designed in the UK all their products are designed in the UK with their bags all made from vegan leather.
BRANDS WITH NEW IMAGES
Clothing, beauty and accessories
Matalan has new costume ranges for kids, women and men for the spring, clothing for the family for Eid, Spring womenswear, NFL clothing ranges, Valentine pyjamas, athleisure wear, a new transitional style edit, a menswear collaboration with Taylor & Wright.
Primark has new denim ranges, kids pyjamas ranges, a Kem collaboration, a new Pau Eche (Paula Echevarría) collaboration, Edit ranges, loungewear, Snaffle ranges of shoes and bags, NFL clothing ranges, Hello Kitty kids clothing and accessories, swimwear for the beach, a new Youth range, new bags, lingerie and nightwear for Valentines.
London Grace has new nail polish ranges.
Roman Originals has new SS25 womenswear imagery and new Petite imagery.
M&S has new baby clothing ranges, Autograph accessory ranges, womenswear clothes and accessories, US football-related kids sportswear, SS25 clothing, plus Valentine’s Day lingerie, a Goodmove collection of outdoor sports and athleisure wear modelled by Olympian Alex Scott.
George at Asda has a new bridal collection, Style Stories by Erica Davies and G21 Maisie Smith collection ranges, new Gym Locker activewear ranges, plus lingerie and nightwear ranges for Valentine’s Day.
Crew Clothing has new menswear and womenswear ranges of clothes and accessories for the spring and summer.
Monsoon has new February campaigns for women and kids, new wedding outfit shoes and dresses and SS25 womenswear ranges including holiday and beachwear.
River Island has new Editor Approved Tailoring, a new Check Mate range, new women’s denim clothing and accessories ranges in blue, black and white, lingerie for Valentine’s Day, plus Black, Brown, Blue Stripe and Butter Yellow-themed ranges.
Peacocks has a new menswear range, plus new womenswear SS25 clothing ranges including skirts, jumpers, a Louise Redknapp SS25 range, a new Caprice SS25 lingerie range just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Lipsy has new Love & Roses bridal ranges for SS25.
Very has new V by Very and V by Very Curve ranges of dresses, jumpers, jackets, coats jumpsuits, swimwear, jeans, trousers and shoes, a new Michelle Keegan collaboration and new athleisure wear.
Frangipani has new menswear and jewellery.
Barbour has new collaborations with Erdem and To Ki To, plus Chapter One collections, new clothing ranges, plus accessories for your pets and new ranges of clothing, boots and accessories for SS25 for men and women.
Dune London has new clutch bags, handbags and belts, bridal shoe ranges for casual to posh weddings, and new shoes, bags and accessories for early 2025.
Celtic &Co has new clothing, sandals, shoes, scarves, and accessories for SS25.
Scamp & Dude has a new collaboration with Sabrina Elba for SS25, plus new leopard print dresses.
Bonmarché has new spring womenswear, including outdoor clothing ranges and swimsuits, Valentines outfits, new Dash SS25 clothing ranges, jumpers and partywear and lingerie ranges.
Tu Clothing has new SS25 womenswear ranges of clothes, shoes, bags and accessories.
Oliver Bonas has new Mother’s Day gifting, Valentine’s Day ranges, February, March and April 2025 uploads of jewellery, women’s clothing, bags, shoes and accessories as well as new ranges for SS25.
Curvy Kate has new Swerve, Suspend, Suspense, Serpent, Opulence, Indulgence, Eos, Entwined, Zen, Victory, Wild One, Strawberry Crush, Ornate and more ranges of lingerie. Plus new ranges of swimwear for SS25.
Regatta has new rucksacks and tote bags, jackets and fleeces for the outdoors and ranges of trainers, walking boots, wellies and sandals, plus kids swimming costumes and wetsuits.
TK Maxx has new Valentine’s themed clothing and jewellery, plus new clothing, shoes, boots, jewellery, makeup and accessories for SS25.
Deichmann has new shoes for SS25
Fable England has new SS25 Running Bunny and Wonderland ranges of bags and scarves, plus new accessories and core jewellery ranges.
New Look has new SS25 clothing arriving in February and more new winter outfits, winter and occasion wear outfits for women, plus ranges of womenswear including coats, jumpers, skirts and tops.
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Home, garden and food
B&M has new Mother’s Day gifts, seasonal candle, diffuser, cushions and throws for SS25, new Washed Ashore and Coastal furniture ranges, plus kitchen and tableware ranges, treats and gifts for Valentine’s Day, new Palm House and Coastal Paradise garden and picnic ranges, Rustic Charm homeware ranges for SS25.
Cambridge Imprint has new stamps, Easter and Valentine’s block sets, ribbons, albums, tea towels, exercise books, notebooks, sketchbook, memo books, 3D card ranges, plus storage solutions including boxes, files, trays and gift card designs for SS25.
Home Bargains has Valentine’s gifts, new Easter decorations, suitcase ranges, things for garden entertaining, new home exercise accessories, Mediterranean and Travellers Bazaar ranges, homeware from SS25 for the bedroom, bathroom and living rooms.
Matalan has new Mother’s Day gifts, Easter decorations and home ranges, Valentine’s gifts, SS25 homeware images for the dining room, bedroom, bathroom and garden, new Connie the Cockapoo range.
George Home has new Stacey Solomon collaborations on cookware, bedding, dining, and homeware. New Easter ranges of table wear, new home gifts and furniture, and Lucky Charm range and Dark Garden SS25 interiors ranges.
Fritz Fryer has new kitchen lighting, plus new lantern and pendant lighting ranges.
Ivyline has new garden furniture, firepits, trellising, plant pots, planters, citronella candles, fountains and storage for the garden.
Online Home Shop has new curtains, cushions, duvet covers and throws, plus storage solutions, side tables and chest of drawers, rugs and bedding.
M&S has new wash bags beauty and wellness ranges, Ultimate bedding sets, makeup ranges, SS25 Boho, Classic and Exquisite Earth furniture and homeware ranges, new gifts – including a Valentine Percy Pig - and decorations for Valentine’s Day, new furniture, soft furnishings and kitchenware for SS25.
Treats by Mars has new Galaxy Pink Hot Chocolate ranges, plus more Snickers and Galaxy ranges.
Hotel Chocolat has new Velvetiser ranges, alcoholic drinks and chocolates for Valentine’s Day and other events.
Primark has new Easter gifts plus soft furnishings, furniture and homeware for SS25.
Dunelm has new colour drench ranges, a new Sophie Robinson collaboration and its SS25 range of bedroom and living room furniture, soft furnishings and kitchenware.
Dobbies Garden Centres has a Get Set for Spring Ranges, new Heritage range of outdoor gardening items including throws and firepits, plus indoor plants and soft furnishings, Valentine’s presents, outdoor furniture, barbecues, accessories, kids' swimming pools and pots for SS25, Mother’s Day 2025 gifts.
Designers Guild has a new SS25 Swaledale, Mayenne and Studio range of fabrics, plus washbags.
Quorn Stone has new Orwell Natural Porcelain Stone, and Chastleton Ivory Stone and Natural Tiles, plus Alnwick Ivory and Provenca Crema marble and tiles for the kitchen, natural stone and tumbled herringbone cobbles outdoor ranges.
Jellycat has new cuddliest soft toys and bags for SS25.
Cutter & Squidge has new hampers and food and drink for Valentine’s Day and Mother’s day.
Oliver Bonas has new furniture and home accessories including mirrors, lighting and tableware for SS25.
Regatta has camping accessories including tents, rugs, mugs, water bottles, cooking and picnic sets.
TK Maxx has new gifts for Valentine’s Day, homeware, and a new 1960s-inspired summer range of kitchenware and furniture for the office, plus new gifting ranges, a wellness range for the New Year.
John Lewis has new Modern and Classic homeware collections of furniture, soft furnishings and accessories for SS25.
The Gluttonous Gardener has new flower ranges for the spring and summer.
Hobbycraft has Valentine’s Day and Easter decoration and food ideas.
Jan Constantine has more Valentine’s Day-appropriate cushions.
Nest has some new ranges for the outdoors.
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DIARY
PRShots Retail Calendar Alerts
Days until Valentine’s Day – 2
Days until Mother’s Day - 46
Days until Easter – 67
Days until Christmas Day - 316
How to get your brand in the media in February
Aside from continuing to keep an eye on those SS25 drops, the first half of the month is about preparing for Valentine’s Day issues, and the second half is about getting ready for Easter (it’s late this year (20th April) so you have plenty of time to prepare).
For Valentine’s Day, make sure everything has some of the keywords the media will be looking for, eg gifts, pink, red, lingerie, etc. For Easter, make sure everything has some of the keywords the media will be looking for, eg eggs, chocolate, easter bunny, easter egg, chick, etc.
As we’re coming out of winter, it’s time to start putting up images for the spring and summer. So anything related to getting out of the house is good, so get uploading images and adding keywords relating to summer outfits, swimwear, the garden, garden parties and Barbecues (don’t forget to add all of the other spellings BBQ, Bar-B-Que, etc).
If you’re a PRShots brand user and you need more ideas, then take a look at the keywords that media are searching for on PRShots and try and add those in.
If you’re looking for more hooks to help promote your brand and products, then see the list of days, weeks and fortnights below.
February Diary - Weeks/Months
In the UK, it’s LGBT+ History Month and National Wedding Month and Go Red for Heart Month; in the US, this is Black History Month and National Bird Feeding Month. It’s a great month for food, we have Pancake Day, National Pizza Day and Bread Week (15th-23rd Feb)
Other events include;
National Apprenticeship Week (10th - 16th)
London Fashion Week (20th – 24th)
February – Days
12th – Tu B’Shevat
14th – Valentine’s Day
15th – Singles Awareness Day
16th – BAFTA Film Awards
17th - Random Acts of Kindness Day (US)
20th – National Love Your Pet Day
26th – Maha Shivaratri
18th – National Drink Wine Day (UK)
22nd – New car searches rise
23rd – UK Holiday searches peak
28th – Start of Ramadan
NB - All dates have been checked, but some events may change due to unforeseen circumstances or have not been fully confirmed for 2025 by the authorities controlling the event(s).
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