Inside Retail

We now live in an era where physical retail is constantly forced to evolve and adapt amongst e-commerce, one format has emerged as a powerful tool for brands seeking to connect with consumers in meani ...

The best Christmas adverts of 2025, from John Lewis and Waitrose to Asda and Barbour. Explore how this year’s festive campaigns blend real-life warmth, humour and nostalgia.

Creative is everything when it comes to Meta Ads. Meta themselves say that 56% of ad performance comes down to creative and messaging, yet most retailers still throw spaghetti at the wall, hoping some ...

Discover how The Traitors has transformed from a hit TV show into a retail goldmine. From sell-out cloaks to friendship-ruining card games, explore how fandom culture is driving a powerful new wave of ...

Discover how AI-powered styling assistants are transforming the fashion industry, creating personalised, inclusive, and data-driven shopping experiences. Explore how artificial intelligence is reshapi ...

High streets are the beating heart of our communities—full of character, connection, and originality. Yet many independents are under pressure from rising costs, shifting habits, and online competitio ...

Once a staple of the British high street, River Island has in recent years found itself squeezed from all sides. Rising costs, wavering consumer confidence, and the relentless growth of online fast fa ...

Running a small or indie retail business comes with its own unique mix of creativity, passion and challenge. With so many shifts in customer behaviour and ever evolving retail trends, having a smart, ...

As the retail landscape continues to evolve, so too does the importance of sensory marketing as a competitive advantage. For business owners, marketers, and innovators, understanding the potential of ...

In the fast-evolving world of retail, one trend is reshaping the way customers shop—and pay. The rise of alternative payment methods, from digital wallets to flexible options like "Pay-in-4", is trans ...

Join Keplin’s CEO, Ray Mehra, and leading influencer in the home and living space, Olivia Bowen, in a panel discussion led by journalist Lauretta Roberts from The Industry. Together, they’ll explore h ...

Lauretta Roberts (The Industry) interviews Theo Paphitis live from the Inspiring retail stage at Spring Fair. Theo shares his views on how small business can thrive in the current landscape and the cu ...

Through in-depth analysis and real-world examples, David Wall and Ruth Symonds from Kantar will explore the importance of customer experience and marketing in achieving both short-term commercial impa ...

“From Modern Modular to Raw Minimal" Join Trendhub’s creatives on a journey through the intriguing AW25/26 world of Homeware and Festive trends. It’s a season of many contrasts, both minimal and plent ...

“Evolving Households: Balancing acts and Waste-Nots”. Trendhub team’s SS26 Trend Presentation assesses evolving needs of global households and importance of discarded materials, resulting in reworked ...

Join Charlotte Broadbent live on the Inspiring Retail Stage at Spring Fair, as she shares Faire's unparalleled global data and the latest trends from independent retailers. Learn how to leverage these ...

Since the unveiling of the new Budget, small business owners across the UK have found themselves recalibrating—some reluctantly, others with cautious optimism. It’s a time of reckoning for many who ha ...

Retail is a high-energy, fast-paced, ever-evolving industry — and those of us who live and breathe it know just how much pressure lies beneath the surface. From customer-facing staff navigating challe ...

Live shopping is shaking up retail in the best way—mixing fun, live entertainment with instant buying. In this piece, we dive into why this retail trend catching on fast, especially with younger, digi ...

Among the leading trends reshaping the retail landscape is the "Buy Now, Pay Later" (BNPL) option. With its rising popularity, this payment method is making waves across industries. But what makes BNP ...

The beauty industry is undergoing a transformation, with consumers becoming more mindful of what goes into their skincare and cosmetics. Clean beauty is no longer a niche concept but a powerful moveme ...

The landscape of sexual wellness has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent years. What was once a niche market confined to specialty retailers is now flourishing in the mainstream, with high ...

Technological advancements, shifting consumer behaviours, and an increasing demand for sustainability are influencing the future of the retail industry. Retail trends in 2025 will be defined by a fusi ...

The UK fashion industry is one of the most dynamic and influential markets in the global apparel sector. With an impressive revenue forecast for 2024 and emerging trends shaping consumer behaviour, th ...

In December 2024, new regulations impacting businesses and consumer products within the EU are taking full effect. This update, known as the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR), aims to modernise ...

In retail and design, few institutions hold as much sway as Pantone. As the world’s leading authority on colour, Pantone has been shaping the way we see and use colour since its inception in 1963. Kno ...

The power of collaboration is undeniable. By forming strategic partnerships with like-minded brands, retailers can extend their reach, elevate their offerings and connect with customers in innovative ...

The Royal Albert Hall became a beacon of style, culture and innovation as it hosted the British Fashion Awards 2024, presented by Pandora. The event, organised by the British Fashion Council (BFC), br ...

Scent marketing, also known as ambient fragrance, is a strategic approach used by retailers to enhance the customer experience and strengthen brand identity through the use of specific scents. By diff ...

The Autumn Budget 2024, presented by Chancellor Rachel Reeves under the new Labour government, introduced a series of changes that will affect small businesses across the UK. The measures aim to boost ...