More on Me + Em – Page 2013
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OpinionBlog: Vision Express conjures up the perfect fit
Magic tricks are not what you expect from a standard check up at the opticians but that’s what Vision Express did when it waved its wand to find me a pair of glasses that do not make me want to hide in the shadows.
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NewsNew hires to spur growth of Karen Millen in Europe
Karen Millen has appointed two retail directors as it looks to propel growth in the UK and Europe.
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NewsSainsbury's makes market gains during Paralympics
Sainsbury’s spend on the sponsorship of the Paralympic Games appears to have paid off as it recorded strong growth during the period.
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OpinionBlog: Online editorial content will help to capture customers
Yesterday’s announcement that My-Wardrobe.com has poached Harrods.com editor Nicola Copping to fill the newly created role of editor-in-chief, highlights the growing focus on editorial content for retailers.
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NewsDunelm overtakes John Lewis as top homewares retailer
Dunelm Mill has knocked John Lewis off the homewares top spot, according to consultancy Verdict.
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NewsAmerican Greetings boss bids to take company private
American Greetings, owner of Clinton Cards, has received a $580m (£358.2m) bid from a group led by its chief executive to take the company private.
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NewsHolland & Barrett moves closer to omnichannel ambitions
Holland & Barrett is driving its omnichannel ambitions as it prepares to improve its loyalty card offer, refresh its website and develop a mobile-optimised site.
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NewsNew West End Company calls for red bus ban
West End retailers are preparing for a “battle” to convince London authorities to reduce the number of buses passing through Oxford Street, after the deputy mayor dismissed calls for action this week.
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NewsKingfisher opens 1,000th store worldwide
B&Q owner Kingfisher will open its 1,000th store globally today in Poland.
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News
Gap to open four Gap Outlet stores in China
The first shop was due to open on September 22 in Ningbo, followed by two in Shanghai and Tianjin.A fourth store is expected to open later this year at the Scitech Premium Outlet Mall in Beijing.Gap China president Redmond Yeung said: “As we continue to execute our expansion strategy in ...
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RadioShack ventures into Malaysia
US-based electronics retailer RadioShack has ventured into Malaysia for its first two locations in Southeast Asia.The Kuala Lumpur stores will be operated by master franchise holder Berjaya RS, a subsidiary of Malaysian retailing specialist Berjaya Retail Berhad.RadioShack wants at least 1,000 franchise stores across Southeast Asia.Berjaya plans to open three ...
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Carrefour launches new loyalty programme
Carrefour in Poland’s new loyalty card Rodzinka (Family) now provides shoppers with a PLN10 (£1.92) e-voucher for every 600 points collected in stores.The retailer claims that unlike other loyalty schemes, cardholders can exchange points for e-vouchers directly at the checkout, saving time and providing customer value.The new loyalty programme relates ...
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NewsLeighton hits 'em where it hurts
Former Asda chief executive Allan Leighton donned his chef’s whites as he joined the board of Bigham’s this week.
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Analysis
Analysis: A new phase for retail in London’s West End
London’s West End has bucked the downturn but it can still be improved. Nicola Harrison looks at the latest vision for the district.
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OpinionComment: Moss Bros set for growth
The Olympics effect on retail has been felt in some unexpected ways. At Moss Bros, the Games – along with the Jubilee celebrations and the Euro 2012 tournament – led to the deferral of weddings and an impact on its hire business in the first half.
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OpinionComment: Lessons in customer service are Olympic legacy
The summer of Olympics and Paralympics is virtually forgotten and, as the park is closed, I wonder how the real Olympic legacy is going to be felt.
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NewsSports Direct closes in on JJB Sports deal despite Adidas obstacle
Unwanted JJB Sports stores are likely to face rapid closure if, as expected, likely buyer Sports Direct snaps up the retailer’s prime stores and stock.
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Opinion
Blog: Will one-in-four clothing shops really close?
As the proportion of fashion sold online increases, it seems inevitable that up to one-in-four bricks and mortar clothes shops will disappear inside eight years. But it could happen even more quickly.
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OpinionComment: Technology needs to be at the heart of retail business
As the Retail Week Technology Summit 2012 takes place in London this week, Chris Brook-Carter shares his thoughts on the importance of the sector.
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NewsHobbs hires Topman's Gracia Amico as ecommerce director
Hobbs has poached Topman head of ecommerce Gracia Amico to become its new director of ecommerce.