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PRShots Roundup brings you the latest retail news from Richemont, Under Armour, Walmart, Shein, Victoria’s Secret, Asda, Asos, Dr Martens, Puma, Hugo Boss, Schott, Adidas and Currys. Plus, 6 tips for crafting AI prompts for image generators, 23 free tools to test your website, build a social media style guide and more.  

THE LATEST RETAIL INDUSTRY NEWS

Richemont reports slow Q4 sales growth

Richemont FY23 sales increased by 3% to €20.6bn, while operating profit grew 13% to €4.8bn but Q4  sales were down 1% due to a “challenging” market in Asia Pacific. .

Under Armour profit and revenue slips amid job cuts

Revenue for US athleisure brand Under Armour has dipped by 3% to $5.7bn (£4.50bn) for the year to 31 Mar, as the brand outlines job cuts in a new restructuring plan.

Walmart ups guidance as sales rise in first quarter

US retail giant Walmart sales for the 13 weeks to Apr 26 were up 6% to reach $161.5bn (£127.5bn) and upped its guidance as it continues to win over upper-income consumers.

Asda unveils new brand identity

Asda has unveiled a new brand identity and strapline in its new TV and OOH advertising campaign, ‘Serious About Summer’. The new adverts will feature the new strapline “Asda, that’s more like it.”

Asos to launch in India

Asos is set to launch online and in-store in India as it signs a new licensing agreement with local retail company Reliance Retail.

Pure London x JATC announce dates for second joint edition

Pure London x JATC have announced a second event at Olympia from July 14 to 16, with eight categories including a new sustainable category.

Shein ranked as 'most successful start-up of the decade'

Chinese online fast fashion retailer Shein has topped the list as the number one most successful start-up of the decade.

Boots CEO endorses Labour Party

Boots Chief Executive Seb James has endorsed the Labour Party and Sir Kier Starmer’s focus on the importance of looking after the high street.

eBay is back as Love Island headline sponsor

eBay UK is to continue its alliance with ITV series Love Island, and will once again be the headline sponsor for the upcoming series.

TRENDS, SUSTAINABILITY, STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY

6 tips for crafting AI prompts for image generators

Master the skill of writing prompts to generate striking images and elevate your marketing projects.

23 free tools to test your website

This all-new update from PracticalEcommerce includes tools to evaluate page speed, security, accessibility, regulatory compliance, code, and more.

Build a social media style guide

Hootsuites article teaches you how to build a consistent brand voice on social media with a custom social media style guide

AI tools to convert articles into videos

New AI tools can repurpose text into video — suitable for TikToks, Reels, YouTube Shorts, and more.

Can a Shein float turn around retail’s IPO fortunes?

As Shein accelerates preparations for a blockbuster London IPO, Retail Week looks at how other retailers have fared since going public.

Pinterest launches shoppable print magazine with Real Simple

Social media platform Pinterest and Real Simple magazine have joined forces to create a shoppable issue named "Best & Brightest."

PEOPLE, MOVERS AND SHAKERS

Puma appoints former JD Sports chief as UK Managing Director

Puma has appointed Lucynda Davies as its new Managing Director for the UK and Ireland. Davies joins Puma from JD Sports, where she served as Chief Brand Relationship Officer since April 2023.

Richemont names new group CEO

Richemont has named Nicolas Bos, currently CEO of its Van Cleef & Arpels operation, to the “re-established role” of group CEO, effective from the start of next month.

BRAND NEWS

Hugo Boss partners with David Beckham for design collection

German fashion giant Hugo Boss has signed a multi-year deal with David Beckham for its Boss brand.

Asda launches ‘Support UK’ section on website

Asda is the latest supermarket to have a dedicated section on its online store dedicated to UK foods and drinks.

Superdrug to open 25 new stores this year in major retail expansion

Superdrug is to make a major investment in its stores, with plans to open 25 new locations and refit 60 existing stores this year as it celebrates its 60th year on the high street.

Schott relaunches in UK

80s/90s staple Schott is making a comeback in the UK for AW24 after a three-year absence, which it blames on Brexit.

Victoria's Secret reviving fashion show after six-year hiatus

Victoria's Secret is to bring back its annual fashion show in the autumen. It scrapped the annual show in 2018 due to sluggish sales and diminishing audiences.

Adidas plans cheaper versions of popular shoes

Adidas is launching cheaper versions of its three-striped shoes like the white and black suede Samba for resellers like Foot Locker, Intersport and Deichmann.

Currys transforms 65 stores to ‘enhance customer experience’

Currys is to revamp 65 of its stores over 2025 to make them more navigable for shoppers with enhanced layouts, enabling them to display a wider range of its latest tech.

Dr Martens unveils recycled leather collection

British footwear brand Dr Martens has launched a collection of its signature footwear made using recycled leather.

JD Sports launches ‘New Wave’ campaign celebrating emerging youth talent

JD Sports has launched a fresh campaign under the title of ‘New Wave’, with the emphasis on "empowering emerging youth talent".

AND FINALLY

The latest store concepts from around the world

FashionUnited presents a series of store concepts from around the world that have opened their doors from the second half of 2023 onwards.

PRSHOTS TOP 10 SEARCHES

What were our users searching for on PRShots Week ending May 10^th 2024?

1/ SS24

2/ Garden

3/ Denim

4/ Cushion

5/ Bathroom

6/ Dress

7/ Bedroom

8/ Jewellery

9/ Sunglasses  

10/ Picnic

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NEW BRANDS TO PRSHOTS

Cayo is a new British brand that aims to become a part of the family with the launch of its curated collection of unique and stylish dummies to help soothe babies and toddlers throughout their daily routine. 

London Grace is a female-founded British beauty brand. Their vegan nail polish and nail care products feature 21 glossy colour, salon worthy products for healthy, nourished nails without compromise.

Olukai is a Hawaiian brand producing footwear that combines the strength and durability of a waterman’s ocean lifestyle - all footwear comes with a 1-year guarantee - with an island-inspired brand rooted in sound values, style, comfort, and craftsmanship.

Peter Bowen Art has been making ceramics and creating artworks for more than 40 years. He now specialises in creating handmade ceramic mantel clocks and tableware produced in his studio in rural Somerset.

Quorn Stone began in 1995, importing artisan hand-painted terracotta tiles from Manises, Spain. The business now includes a wide range of indoor tiles large and small, for floors and walls, plus stoneware tiles for outside.

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BRANDS WITH NEW IMAGES

Clothing, beauty and accessories

TK Maxx has new summer accessories including sunglasses, hats and beach bags, plus men and womenswear.  

Very has a new summer co-ordinates, occasionwear, V by Very curve and Everyday ranges, a Michelle Keegan collaboration, V by Very summer dress and festival ranges, plus Wimbledon-inspired ranges and Father’s Day presents.

George at Asda has beachwear and high summer wear.

Bonmarché has a high summer collection and a second David Emmanuel collaboration, more summer wear modelled by TV’s Lorraine Kelly, a new Autonomy high summer ranges, denim and Mollie Mom collection.

Matalan has new summer 2024 womenswear for the holidays and the beach.

Peachaus has new lingerie and sleepwear ranges.

New Look has new drops of evening wear, beach wear and bags, new drops of shirts, skirts, coats, waistcoats, dresses, jumpers, bags, boots and stilettos.

Scamp & Dude has new Summer women's wear ranges for holidays, the beach, the evening and for relaxing at home.

Teenage Cancer Trust has new t-shirts and prints for the up-and-coming shows at the Albert Hall.

Betty & Biddy has new jewellery ranges, including earrings and necklaces.

Joe Browns has launched it summer womenswear ranges.

Oliver Bonas has new June/July/August clothing ranges with an Ibiza feel, new cosmetics ranges and new summer dresses (midi and mini), bags, jackets, hats, jewellery, sunglasses, flats, training shoes and sandals.

John Lewis has new swimwear, kidswear and gifts for Father’s Day as well as summer wear for all the family for the beach and for the holidays, plus outfits for the office and occasion wear.

Lola Starr has a new Meadow athleisure range for SS24.

Peacocks has its new Summer 2024 range of beach and holiday wear.

Shoe Zone has new kids' shoes, plimsols, trainers and school sports ranges.

River Island has a new festival ranges, 90s collection, a RI Studio range, Boho range, plus this summer’s fashion items including midi and maxi dresses and big florals, sandals, bags and jewellery.

Primark has new PS skin care ranges for the summer sun, a new Stacey Solomon collaboration,  a new Edit range, swimwear range, new DTR Kem collaborations, kids beachwear plus a new extensive collaboration.

Iolla has new ranges of sunglasses and contemporary glasses for men and women.

PrettyLittleThing has a new menswear range and is using Joe Baggs as it’s first ambassador. Womenswear ranges include Endless Summer,  Laura Celia and GK Barry edit, a Emilly Miller maternity range and new occasion wear, a Destination Swim range of bikinis and beachwear.

Rebecca Rhoades has new ranges of big pattern womenswear for SS24.

Fatface has its latest high summer clothing, shoes, bags and and accessory ranges for men, women and children.

Monsoon has new a new Polly Plisse collboration, new swimwear and womenswear ranges including blouses, midi and maxi dresses with this seasons must-have big pattern prints.

Fable England has a new Whispering Sands sleepwear collection and Meadow Creatures bag collection.

F&F has new summer collections, and collaborations with Kate Ferdinand and RISE by Zara McDermott, plus new swimwear and clothes for the beach and the summer, retro band t-shirts.

Roman Originals has a new Petite, Dusk, Ariella ranges and new spring womenswear ranges including big-pattern dresses, denim and linen.

Fielding & Nicholson launches new menswear occasionwear outfits. 

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Home, garden and food

Dobbies Garden Centres has a new Sintra Cookshop range, outdoor garden accessories, barbeque tools,  garden tools, plus accessories for outdoor picnics and BBQs, Father’s Day presents.

TK Maxx has new things for a summer of barbeques, plus homeware and gifts. 

Cutter & Squidge has new foodie gift ideas for Father’s Day.

Arran Sense of Scotland has new home fragrance ranges, bodycare and handcreams.

Imp & Maker has pub, Italian, bourbon, tequila, champagne and cheese-themed hampers, plus hampers for all occasions and all budgets from small gifts to large big-treat hampers as well as hampers and gifts for Father’s Day.

Oliver Bonas has new homeware including wall art, vases and more, plus bright summer kitchenware, travel edits and wellness goods and garden tables and chairs and hammocks.

The Gluttonous Gardener has new interesting plants that make ideal Father’s Day gifts.

Cambridge Imprint has trays, memo books and planners, portfolios, letter trays, gift boxes, box files, exercise books, wrapping paper, large notebooks, tea towels, waste bins, and slimline list books and more.

Fritz Fryer has new lighting ranges for the home.

John Lewis has new Anyday outdoor living furniture and accessories ranges plus kitchenware, drinkware, outdoor living ranges including furniture, soft furnishing, plus ideas for Father’s Day presents.

Habitat has a new 60^th Birthday celebration range of homeware classics, plus Scandi-inspired homeware collaboration with Scion including kitchenware, cushions, accessories and fabrics. 

Cult Furniture has new furniture for outdoors, Madelyn and Aubery Garden ranges, plus ‘70s revival furniture, side tables, lighting solutions and dining chairs.

Treats by Mars has new Twix, Malteser, Bounty and Skittles ice cream kits and treats.

Matalan has new homeware (indoors and out) ranges including cushions, kitchenware, bowls, baskets, planters and gift ideas for the summer.

Home Bargains has new Father’s Day gifts, decorative garden ranges and outside lighting and furniture.

Hobbycraft has new Autumn ideas, Father’s Day projects and gifts, Country Cottage knitwear and how to make bracelet advice kits. 

Sandberg Wallpaper has new big pattern ranges for the kitchen, lounge and bedroom.

Nest has new summer furniture ranges for inside and out.

Biscuiteers Baking has biscuit and chocolate gifts for Father’s Day.

Homesense has new homeware, pet accessories, kitchen accessories, outdoor dining ranges, and homeware for the kitchen, bedroom, conservatory and lounge for SS24.

Ivyline has new Kew-inspired water features, plus stoneware and glazed plant pots for the garden and indoors.

Primark Home has lots of decorative items for the home and accessories for picnics and BBQs.

George Home has Stacey Solomon collaborations and new things for outdoor living and the garden including barbecues, parasols and planters as well as items for the kitchen and lounge.

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DIARY

PRShots Retail Calendar Alerts

Days until UEFA European Championship – 28

Days until Father’s Day – 30

Days until Paris Olympics - 70

Days until Halloween – 167

How to get your brand on the May Editorial Calendars   

We’re now well into Spring, and there are two long bank holiday weekends to enjoy this month, and with a bit of luck, we’ll have great weather for at least one of them.

To get the best chance for a download, add images that are related to the summer, and make sure they’re accompanied by any keywords relating to being out of the house and into the garden and the great outdoors, including garden, garden parties, barbecues (don’t forget to add all of the other spellings BBQ, Bar-B-Que, etc.) picnics, outdoors.

Summer holidays are on the horizon, so campaign images that include the beach or the outside world will be used. Upload any images you have of summer outfits, holiday clothes, festival clothes, sandals, beachwear, swimsuits, bikinis, linen, and sandals.

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, also think about uploading images more appropriate to a UK holiday 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 along with any wedding keywords, bridal, bride, groom, hen party, stag do, etc.

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

May Diary - Weeks/Months

May is National Walking Month, National Smile Month (13^th May – 13^th Jun), and Skin Cancer Awareness Month.

It’s also:

National Vegetarian Week (16^th – 22^nd)

National Stationery Week (15^th –21^st)

Cannes Film Festival (14^th – 25^th)

National Doughnut Week (18^th – 26^th)

Sandwich Week (19^th – 25^th) (4th week of May)

Chelsea Flower Show (21^st – 25^th)

National Barbeque Week (May 27^th – June 2^nd)

The Derby (31^st May - 1^st Jun)

May - Days

18^th – World Whisky Day 

20^th – World Bee Day

20^th – Whit Monday / Pentecost 

21^st – International Tea Day

22^nd – World Goth Day

22^nd – Craft Distillery Day (US)

25^th - Geek Pride Day

25^th – National Wine Day (US)

25^th - Men’s FA Cup Final

25^th – Camping-related searches rise

25-26^th – Lag B'Omer 

27^th – Spring Bank Holiday 

27^th – Memorial Day (US )

29^th – National Biscuit Day

30^th – BBQ searches peak

NB - All dates have been checked, but some events may change due to unforeseen circumstances or have not been fully confirmed for 2024 by the authorities controlling the event(s). 

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