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The face of Briggate is changing! Here's three developments that are transforming the famous street... 👉 Grand Central Place – the old House of Fraser building is no more, and student accommodation is on the way. 👉 Zara's new flagship store – they're making the move from the corner of Briggate to former Topshop building. 👉 Flannels development by Frasers Group – the old Debenhams department store will soon become a luxury shopping spot. What do you think of the changes? #leeds #citydevelopment #retaildevelopment

Very interesting... "The new Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up isn’t your typical pop-up. It’s more akin to a traveling mini-mall with a curated collection of luxury shops that spans 17,000 square feet. After its debut at North Hills in Raleigh last November, it opened March 8 for an eight-week run next to the The Mall at University Town Center in Sarasota, Florida. The pop-up is home to 10 luxury boutique­ — including Tiffany & Co., Dolce & Gabbana, Christofle and Etro — as well as a 150-seat restaurant called The Whitman." ... "The idea behind the pop-up started with a question with which many shopping center owners have been wrestling, said Whitman Family Development chair Matthew Whitman Lazenby: “Was there a way to make balharbourshops.com a viable source for folks who wanted to buy luxury goods online?” Luxury retail brands have been developing their own online platforms, but what is missing is the ability to find that collection of luxury retailers online in one spot. “The name Bal Harbour had its own strength,” added Lazenby. “Was there a way that we could leverage that into a more direct-to-consumer model that would start to deliver the mission through e-commerce?”" https://bit.ly/49gC0iJ

How is the anatomy of Flagship retail stores changing? Here's a sketch that best demonstrates how luxury brands are developing new models and new ways to access to their worlds. Goodbye flagships and hello Landmarks. A multi-tiered model is emerging as the new normal as these luxury brands look to showcase the very best they have to offer. From accessible luxury for all to inclusive design, new ways to increase dwell time like brilliant restaurant collabs, community and culture projects, exclusive personal and VIP events. Retail is re-inventing itself like never before and when you take deep dive its a really exciting time.

Embracing Change: Why Closing Stores Can Be a Good Thing   In the fast-paced world of retail, knowing when and what to close is just as crucial as opening new stores. At Rue Madame Fashion Group (RMFG), we believe that every store is a delicate alchemy—a balance of location, brand, mall, and clientele. This year, we are making strategic decisions to close 4 stores, but it's not a setback; it's an opportunity to refine and optimize our presence.   Often, leaders shy away from discussing store closures, viewing them solely as negative outcomes. However, at RMFG, we see them as a natural and positive part of our growth strategy. A well-timed store closure can enhance overall performance, streamline operations, and allow us to focus resources on more promising ventures.   This year is particularly dynamic for us: - **Opening 13 new stores**: Expanding our footprint and bringing our curated fashion closer to you. - **Refitting or moving 8 stores**: Enhancing your shopping experience with fresh, modern spaces. => **in total Managing 25 projects**: Including these openings, closures, and renovations, ensuring we stay agile and responsive to market demands.   We're committed to creating vibrant, welcoming spaces that resonate with our customers. Whether it’s a new store in an exciting location or a refitted store in a familiar one, each decision is made with our clients in mind, aiming to deliver the best shopping experience possible.   #RetailStrategy #BusinessGrowth #StoreDevelopment #RueMadame #Clémence #RetailInnovation #CustomerExperience   Alan Zagury Rue Madame Fashion Group

More Exciting #Retail News for #BuckheadAtlanta - Two key takeaways: 1. #Buckhead becoming the first #Georgia location for #luxury retailers, 2. Revitalization of #PaceFerryPlaza, #PhippsPlaza and #LenoxMall https://lnkd.in/g-c9nRTi

Scoop: Amid rebranding effort by owners, two more #luxury brands are OUT at the ex-Westfield mall, which now goes by Emporium Centre San Francisco. The mall formerly known as Westfield San Francisco Centre is wisely moving to a new name celebrating the beautiful ‘bones’ of the property…both physically and historically. In the meantime, more tenants drop like flies. These two high-end French cosmetics brands are the latest — and they have another interesting trait in common w/r/t #SanFrancisco. Before you cry “#doomloop” note that in SEPHORA’s case, they’re still hanging onto their store literally across the street at the cable car turnaround, and in #BXP’s Embarcadero Center (for now). L’OCCITANE Group #luxury #retail #cosmetics #mall #shoppingcenter #retailtrends Trident Pacific Real Estate Group, Inc. JLL #bayarea San Francisco Business Times https://lnkd.in/gGDezTed

When it comes to luxury retail, being a thriving business means so much more than just selling expensive products to a wealthy clientele. As Vogue Business wisely notes, it’s all about “connecting with communities through shared interests and offering unique experiences.” The creation of private shopping clubs, which allow clients to access everything from personal shopping and styling appointments to trunk shows and other special events, is revolutionizing the high-end retail industry. Instead of just browsing a store, customers are forming close relationships with experts in the field, all while experiencing something unique and carefully curated. Here, we explore how three of the luxury retail world’s most powerful brands, Saks Fifth Avenue, Harrod’s, and Brunello Cucinelli, are using private shopping clubs to actively engage with their customers in a way that builds lasting relationships. https://lnkd.in/eVNqCF4n

A new generation of customers expect more from the places they shop and those experiences are not happening in the department store. When considering this for Legacy West alongside our partners at Open Realty Advisors, we knew we had to do something that's more fun and more interesting, resulting in a 20 stall Legacy Food Hall across from luxury tenants like Louis Vuitton, Tiffany & Co., and Gucci. Hear more about this shift in retail from Stenn Parton and Mark Masinter in the latest The Wall Street Journal article by Kate King. https://lnkd.in/gmnZ__Zg #retail #realestate #luxury #leasing

🤝 Collaboration is Key: Elevating Destination Retail Together 🌍 At PeppaRose, we believe the foundation of success in destination retail lies in strong collaboration between brands and retailers. Whether partnering with exclusive boutiques in luxury resorts or onboard boutiques, we go the extra mile to ensure mutual success. Our Display Concepts are crafted to help destination retail boutiques create engaging, dynamic displays that resonate with guests. For example, with just 4 of our luxurious silk and cashmere scarves, styled in a variety of ways, the boutique’s visual appeal can be refreshed every day for 7 to 21 days - keeping guests intrigued and encouraging repeat visits. Our Display Concepts focus on 5 specific and achievable goals: 1. Train and support sales teams seamlessly across multiple properties or ships. 2. Maximize inventory efficiently within limited space and budget constraints. 3. Create unique, eye-catching displays that capture guest attention daily. 4. Encourage repeat visits by keeping the merchandise display fresh and exciting. 5. Boost sales with dynamic, creative presentations that showcase luxury, style, and exclusivity. PeppaRose is more than a fashion brand - we help create memorable, successful retail experiences that connect with the magic of the destination itself! 🌟 #DestinationRetail #LuxuryBoutiques #ResortRetail #HotelBoutiques #CruiseRetail #PeppaRose #RetailCollaboration #OnboardRetail

Bal Harbour Shops "is bringing the pop-up to markets where there are prospective customers, high-net-worth individuals who have no easy access to luxury." Really interesting insights from ICSC on the world of #popup shops - this time for #luxury goods. Could pop up shops to capitalize on gaps be the answer for retailers? 🤔 #shop #retailers #CRE #ICSC