Robotic Convenience Store: The Future is Here
DALLAS, Dec 9, 2011/ FW/ — We might still be light years away from Isaac Asimov’s robot or Star Trek’s Commander Data, but we are surely making use of artificial intelligence more and more in our daily lives. Case in point, Shop24 Global announced that Fairstone at Riverview Apartment Homes located in Taylorsville Utah will be the site of one of the very first...
Faconnable Names Moustapha El-Solh as CEO
NICE, France, Dec 6, 2011/ FW/ — After a three-year tenure as Executive Chairman of the Board and one-and-half years as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Façonnable Group, Lance Isham is stepping down from his post as CEO on Dec 31, 2011 to pursue his family business and relocate back to the U.S. Isham, who will stay on as Chairman of the Board, will be...
Calvin Klein Boutique Opens in Toronto with Joe Jonas
NEW YORK & TORONTO, Dec 4, 2011/ — For the grand opening of the Calvin Klein branded lifestyle retail store at Fairview Mall in Toronto Thursday night, shoppers received a special treat with a mini concert from Joe Jonas. Jonas, who wore a Calvin Klein black leather moto jacket, a white v neck t shirt and black Calvin Klein Jeans, exclusively performed select...
Calvin Klein Collection Holiday Windows Feature Work of Nathaniel Rackowe
NEW YORK, Nov 23, 2011/ FW/ — In New York, the unveiling of the holiday store windows is always highly anticipated. And Calvin Klein Collection Madison Avenue location more than lived up to expectations with its “Black Beacon” store window designed and executed by British artist Nathaniel Rackowe. Exploring substance, form and light, “Black Beacon” is a sculpture...
Marni Opens Flagship Store in Beirut
NEW YORK, Nov 21, 2011/ — Just in time for the holidays, Marni opened a new flagship store in Beirut. Created in partnership with Aïshti, the new Marni outpost measures 105 square meters and reflects the culture and personality of the city in which it’s located which by the way is how all Marni stores are designed. The beautiful existing floors of antique...
Nine in 10 Online Retailers Will Offer Special Deals Thanksgiving Weekend
WASHINGTON D.C., Nov 21, 2011/ — As online shopping continues to reach unprecedented levels, retailers plan to emphasize value and savings to their shoppers all holiday season long. According to Shop.org’s eHoliday Survey, conducted by BIGresearch, half (51.0%) of online retailers surveyed will offer promotions specifically on Thanksgiving Day and eight in 10 (78.4%)...
Up to 152 Million to Shop at Stores and Online on Black Friday Weekend
WASHINGTON D.C., Nov 17, 2011/ — Though there are already plenty of great deals on everything from e-readers and smartphones to apparel and toys, Americans know there is only one Black Friday – and the best is yet to come. According to a preliminary Black Friday shopping survey, conducted for the National Retail Federation by BIGresearch, up to 152 million...
Holiday Surprise: Expect More Gifts this Season
WASHINGTON D.C., Nov 16, 2011/ — Looking to make the most out of their gift budgets this year, holiday shoppers are already out in full force, grabbing electronics, apparel, sporting goods and jewelry along the way. According to NRF’s 2011 Holiday Consumer Intentions and Actions survey, conducted by BIGresearch, early Black Friday sales and special holiday offers...
Rebecca Taylor Opens First Los Angeles Outpost
LOS ANGELES, Nov 2, 2011/ FW/ — The famous Robertson Blvd in the heart of Los Angeles has a new tenant – Rebecca Taylor. As part of her retail expansion, the famed New York-based designer will open her first Los Angeles boutique. Located at 107 South Robertson Blvd, the new Rebecca Taylor outpost is her free-standing store. Measuring 1,800 square feet, the new...
Mobile Web Rises with the Popularity of Smartphones and Tablets
WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct 19, 2011/ — With more mobile applications for smartphones and tablets available now, consumers have jumped at the efficiency and convenience of these new shopping channels. For the first time this year, NRF and BIGresearch polled consumers about their intentions to use smartphones and tablets to research and purchase holiday items. According...
NRF Calls Better-than-Expected 5.8% September Retail Sales Increase
WASHINGTO D.C., Oct 14, 2011 – Despite an economy that has many Americans on pins and needles, consumers were spending in September. According to the National Retail Federation, retail sales increased 0.4 percent from August and a better-than-expected 5.7 percent over last September, as shoppers continued to show strength during a weak economic recovery. September retail...
