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The appointment of Patrick Duggan as creative director at Debenhams signals a pivotal moment for British retail, as the heritage brand continues to redefine luxury shopping in the digital age. This strategic elevation, announced amid exceptional marketplace growth and robust financial performance, marks a new chapter in the retailer's transformation under Boohoo Group PLC 's ownership

Harrods doesn’t just sell luxury goods, it sells aspiration and exclusivity. Pret A Manger doesn’t just sell coffee and sandwiches, it sells comfort and convenience on the go. Selfridges doesn’t sell retail, it sells innovation and inspiration. Great brands don’t just sell products—they sell experiences, emotions, and stories. #branding #marketing #storytelling

Saks Closes $2.7 Billion Neiman Deal, Creating Big Luxury Player multibrand luxury giant that’s powered by the technology of its high-profile investors, Amazon and Salesforce : Amazon will help to improve fulfillment and supply-chain operations while Salesforce will help the company convert data about its high-end shoppers into higher sales : data generated from shoppers at those brands will be “probably the richest and deepest on the luxury consumer in the US” “That’s only as valuable as your ability to mine that data and scale it” compete against online juggernauts and luxury powerhouses such as LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton SE : Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and the off-price Saks Off 5th chain 

While other luxury retailers and brands are feeling the effects of a downturn in sales, Coco de Mer London is expanding its retail presence and has made its Knightsbridge pop-up a permanent fixture on Motcomb Street. Lucy Litwack, owner and CEO, shares the key ingredients spearheading the luxury lingerie brand and store’s growth. Read more below. #luxury #lingerie #bricksandmortar #retailnews #stores #fashionnews #luxuryfashion

Here's a great update on NRF 2024: Retail's Big Show Asia Pacific from Paula Macaggi. If you haven't listened to her OFFBounds podcast, you should check it out as well. #innovation #digitalmarketing #marketing #future #branding

While other luxury retailers and brands are feeling the effects of a downturn in sales, Coco de Mer London is expanding its retail presence and has made its Knightsbridge pop-up a permanent fixture on Motcomb Street. Lucy Litwack, owner and CEO, shares the key ingredients spearheading the luxury lingerie brand and store’s growth. Read more below. #luxury #lingerie #bricksandmortar #retailnews #stores #fashionnews #luxuryfashion

Loved being a panellist at CEW UK and Landsec event this morning. I was in great company with Imogen Porter, Chelsey Saunders, Anna Teal & Ruth McFetridge representing views from Harrods, Boots UK, GROWN ALCHEMIST and Landsec respectively. Thanks to Catherine Bossom for the thoughtful moderation and to Sallie Berkerey for the invite. I learned lots from my co-panellists and here's a run through of my own thoughts on the topic: - Great physical retail should deliver great experience (obvs!) 🙄. Scalable solutions from a showcase in Harrods to a CTU in Superdrug all have experience potential if you look at it through the lens of shopper desire. - Sephora's (re)arrival- and Boots anticipation of that - have brought IRL shopping back in vogue in UK - and this 'self-guided' shop poses challenges and opportunities for brands. - Retail Utility instore is just as important as Experience - and we shouldn't care if the instore discovery is purchased online, in the store... (measuring revenue by channel is so last century 😬). - We need to react at the speed of culture. Knowing the retailer inside out and putting operational excellence high on your priorities breeds success. We have a stack of beauty insight to share so do reach out if we can help your brand and / or retail challenge.

I am pleased to announce that I have earned my 'LVMH Inside' Certificate. It has enriched my knowledge of the luxury industry and given me valuable insights into LVMH's core values and principles." This course enabled me to deepen my knowledge of the LVMH ecosystem, the fundamentals of the luxury industry, and finally, its key challenges, with specializations in the following topics: - LVMH & The Luxury Industry - Luxury & Society - Creation & Branding - Retail & Customer Experience - Operations & Supply Chain #LVMH, #INSIDELVMH, #INSIDELVMHCertificate.

After reading this article on LVMH’s decreasing #champagne sales, my inner brand strategist got to work instantly. Is this an opportunity to shift the perception of champagne being reserved only for grand celebrations to being a symbol of acknowledging and celebrating everyday achievements? How about designing a #marketingcampaign called, “Pop the Little Joys”? Whether it's sticking to a new habit, finishing a project, or simply making it through a tough week, these moments deserve to be celebrated just as much. And that’s where champagne comes in — as a means to celebrate a tiny but significant milestone. After all, isn’t life a collection of these remarkable little moments? I would love your feedback! Would the campaign resonate with audiences? What are the risks involved? What are some other ways to tackle the champagne sales problem? https://lnkd.in/dU6hS3-y

Key differences in launching Luxury Retail stores USA vs UK   The process of opening luxury retail stores in both the USA and the UK has been an eye-opening experience. The contrasts between these two markets, which at first glance look similar, are substantial and can determine the success or failure of a retail unit. Instead of keeping these insights to ourselves, I’ve compiled the six most impactful differences that we've navigated and come across.   - The Real Estate Broker - Good Guy Guarantee - Letter of Credit - Special Purpose Entity - Lawyering up - Taxes and Business rates