Author: Tim
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Mango bearing Fruit: Sewing Seeds of Kids Success
Assortment leads the way as Mango open its first kids store in Valencia. Unremarkable in terms of store environment the space sings with the colours and craftsmanship of a well conceived and commercially developed range. The walls play home to carefully constructed coordinated stories, bringing together classic silhouettes and best seller categories for both boy…
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From Boys to Men: Mango comes of Age with new store Pinterest Gallery
Fashion credentials do not always translate easily between genders. Particularly when a dominant female perception has been built for many years, the move to menswear can be difficult and delicate to position. Ironically the stronger the female brand, the more successful the style, the fashion and the focus, then the more difficult for menswear to…
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From Boys to Men: Mango comes of Age
Fashion credentials do not always translate easily between genders. Particularly when a dominant female perception has been built for many years, the move to menswear can be difficult and delicate to position. Ironically the stronger the female brand, the more successful the style, the fashion and the focus, then the more difficult for menswear to…
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“Curated by”: In JL we Trust
‘Curated By’ … is a new space in the nations most trusted retailer – John Lewis – which offers customers the chance to selectively shop key pieces from premium fashion brands. Handpicked, the first edit includes exclusives from Sacks, Pyrus, Stella Forest, Charli, Muubaa and Second Female as well as Avoca Anthology, By Zoe, Bensimon…
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UnFurling the Flagship: The Pavement Statement
A classic Italian expansion settles gently in the fashion streets of the world. Furla is an old hand in the new world of brand flagships as it eases its way onto some of the most elegantly desirable shopping streets of the world. The new stores reflect perfectly its timeless obsession with quality, luxury and effortless…
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Making your stores sing and your tills ring?
When it comes to turning your stores into selling machines, one solution rarely fits all. Even outlets within the same chain will have different drivers to deliver that all important best practice that will unlock your sales performance. Some outlets may rely more on customer service, whilst others depend on visual merchandising and ease of shop. So, it’s…
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Weaving Magic: Great Lyle & Scott
Traditional Scottish knitwear brand… Lyle & Scott confirms its transformation into a brand at the vanguard of contemporary youth fashion with a first flagship store on hip Carnaby Street. Straight lines and urban materials sit easily with its trendy neighbours whilst its heritage is woven beautifully into the store fabric through the warmth of wood…
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West Elm: Making it East to Tottenham Court Road
Style travels well, and judging from the stunning arrival of West Elm on this side of the pond, the American home fashion retailer is about to make serious waves in the UK decor market. The essential elements have been transported safely with its distinctive high wall displays, blocked shelving, colour story chic and opulent ornaments…
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Everything’s Coming Up Roses: Cath’s Cornucopia
Amongst the proud pillars of Piccadilly a little floral femininity has broken through the winter weather. Cath Kidston’s first flagship is a bright beacon of colour inviting the passer-by to explore a world of nostalgic designs, a celebration of classic kitsch, a veritable house of horticultural hype. Famous for its floral designs Cath Kidston largely…
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Standing on Ceremony: Opening Up a Whole New World
What goes around, comes around, … is at the heart of a retail philosophy that explores and explodes fashion influences from around the globe, to a growing portfolio of stores serving the insatiable appetites of followers across the continents. Opening Ceremony cleverly combines a wardrobe of favourite fashions such as Kenzo with a perpetually changing…
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