In recent years, the growing demand for sustainability has driven significant change across industries, and retail is no exception. As consumers become more eco-conscious, retail has evolved, not just in product offerings, but in the way physical stores are designed and built.

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. Known for its standardised colour systems and trendsetting influence, Pantone has once again captured global attention with its much-anticipated announcement of the Colour of the Year 2025: PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse. For the retail industry, understanding and harnessing this colour is an opportunity to stay ahead of retail trends and connect with consumers on a deeper, more meaningful level. 

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 ways.

Spring Fair, the UK's leading Home, Gift, and Fashion trade show, proudly announces the re-launch of The Summerhouse destination, now reimagined as The Summer House: Home, Gift & Lifestyle Edit creati ...

The ready-to-buy trend division of BDA London. Trendhub is smart forecasting that combines the what, the how, and - most importantly - the why of the season. 

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), brought together the industry's leading lights to celebrate a year of transformative achievements in fashion. From groundbreaking wins to show-stopping performances, the night was all about power of creativity and inclusivity. 

Spring Fair, the UK's leading Home, Gift and Fashion trade show, is proud to announce the launch of its exclusive signature fragrance, Heritage 75, created to commemorate the show's 75th anniversary. The scent, crafted in collaboration with fragrance experts Quintessence Fragrances and design partners Sebnini, will debut at the 2025 edition of Spring Fair, bringing a multisensory dimension to the event and celebrating its legacy of innovation, creativity, and connection in the retail industry.

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 diffusing a carefully chosen fragrance throughout a store, businesses can evoke emotions, trigger memories, and create a memorable atmosphere that resonates with customers. This sensory experience can influence shoppers' moods and behaviours, encouraging them to spend more time in the store and building brand loyalty. Scent marketing leverages the powerful connection between smell, memory, and emotion, making it a valuable tool in creating immersive and engaging retail environments.