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THE LATEST RETAIL INDUSTRY NEWS

Sainsbury's Tu Clothing becomes £1bn brand as e-sales soar

Tu Clothing is now a £1bn brand with 12.7% growth in the last year and with sales 3.1% ahead of the pre-pandemic 2019/20 period thanks to “good" online sales up 49% on 2019/2020

Unilever sees double-digit rise in sales

Unilever Q1 figures show turnover up 11.8% to €13.8bn (£11.6bn) with e-commerce sales now representing 14% of its turnover

In The Style boosted by influencers

Online fashion retailer In The Style revenues for the year to 31 Mar grew 28% to £57.3m and were up 197% on two years ago thanks to its social-influencer model.

Reliance and Apollo join forces in bid to secure Boots takeover

India’s largest listed company Reliance Industries and US buyout firm Apollo Global Management, which had both previously bid separately for Boots, have now launched a joint bid for Boots.

Sainsbury’s profits climb

Sainsbury’s saw profits up 104% to £730m in the year to Mar 2022, up 25% on a two-year basis, however, it warned that “significant external pressures” would dampen profits in the rest of the year.

CBI expects May retail sales to be poor

CBI figures show retail sales volumes fell rapidly in the year to April (-35% from +9% in March) the first fall in 13 months and it expects sales to remain below seasonal norms in May.

TRENDS, STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY

How Amazon has eliminated friction at checkout

Friction is one of retail's biggest pain points in e-commerce and bricks-and-mortar establishments, the fewer friction points for the customer, the higher percentage of conversion for the retailer.

Dreams five-step turnaround guide

Former Dreams CEO Mike Logue reveals at The Retail Technology Show the five steps he used to turn around the struggling bedding retailer.

Why Amazon’s ‘Buy with Prime’ is a ‘double-edged sword’ for retailers

Amazon's new 'Buy with Prime' feature has been called a 'double-edged sword' for retailers according to analysts.

How can digital fashion and technology help brands to be more size-inclusive

Small, Medium, Large or Extra Large? Why does the industry continue to define plural body types in such a small range of sizes?

New Look chair Mike Coupe’s three big retail lessons

New Look chairman and former Sainsbury's CEO Mike Coupe reveals some of his key lessons for retail success from the Retail Technology Show.

How the Elon Musk acquisition could impact Twitter’s fashion advertisers

Twitter announced Monday that its board of directors has accepted a bid by billionaire Elon Musk to acquire the company.

The fight for the fashion archive between brands, collectors and Gen Z

Fashion archives used to be treasured only by the biggest brands. Now everyone wants one and social media and resale apps are spawning interest in the past.

Investors more likely to back start-ups with strong environmental sustainability credentials

Amazon research shows start-ups with a strong sustainability profile can attract a 16% higher valuation from investors, with 80% wanting to invest in more environmentally sustainable businesses

BRAND NEWS

Freemans collaborates with Mark Heyes

The Freemans digital department store has embarked on an exclusive collaboration with stylist and TV presenter Mark Heyes.

H&M teams up with Pete Davidson in new menswear campaign

H&M has announced that stand-up comedian, actor and writer Pete Davidson has become the face of its new menswear campaign.

Disney introduces new dedicated homeware brand, Disney Home

Disney is introducing its own dedicated home and interiors brand to the UK. The brand will include a range of Disney, Marvel and Star Wars related homewares, furniture and design pieces.

Hunter launches new campaign with Gaming influencers

British heritage brand Hunter recently debuted their new collection campaign which looks to merge the indoors and outdoors while working with globally recognised gaming stars.

Victoria Beckham launches shapewear with VB Body

Victoria Beckham has entered the shapewear market with the launch of VB Body, a permanent capsule collection created to “flatter the body” and to be worn under clothing, or on its own.

AND FINALLY

Decathlon launches NFT collection for street football fans

Sports retailer Decathlon has launched its first NFT collection with freestyle football word champion Séan Garnier.

PRSHOTS TOP 10 SEARCHES

What were our users searching for on PRShots week-ending April 22nd 2022?

1/ SS22

2/ Jubilee

3/ Living Room

4/ Blue   

5/ Green

6/ Beaded

7/ Dress

8/ Garden

9/ Rattan   

10/ Sofa

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NEW BRANDS TO PRSHOTS

Peacocks was founded by Albert Frank Peacock in Warrington, in 1884 with the principle of value for money and that still holds today with its good value clothing ranges for men, women and children. The latest Weekend range features brand ambassador Louise Redknapp.

NoLoGo was founded by designer Tina Malhamé who has worked with Sir Terence Conran, Next, Monsoon, Laura Ashley, Anokhi, Per Una and more. NoLoGo-Chic produces beautiful clothing, each carefully designed and sourced, with its own unique detailing, in gorgeous natural fabrics.

Bonmarché returns to PRShots with its Spring Summer 2022 range if women’s clothing. The range features long, midi and short dresses as well as jackets, swimsuits, shirts and t-shirts

Noughty is a British-born, cruelty-free, vegan and naturals brand on a mission to exceed the performance of premium conventional hair and body care with natural alternatives that won’t cost the earth - literally.

Bryony Bel was born out of a desire for aspirational, contemporary and wearable jewellery without the designer price tag. With over 15 years industry experience at a number of jewellery brands, they bring a curated edit of contemporary and affordable sterling silver and 18kt gold vermeil jewellery.

Gold Collagen was started by Tony Sanguinetti whilst on a trip to Japan where he noticed that taking collagen drinks to supplement their diet was key to Japanese women’s youthful appearance and their daily beauty regimes.

The Jacket Bar was born in the streets of Notting Hill by two long-time friends Diane and Sara, who shared a passion for iconic vintage pieces from the early ‘90s with the retro look and style of the era.

The MorphBag by GSK is an award-winning London-based luxury vegan handbag brand. Designed by Italian born award-winning luxury handbag designer Giovanna Sessi-Knott the sustainable bags have a timeless and versatile design and come in three colour-coordinated options.

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BRANDS WITH NEW IMAGES

Clothing and accessories

M&Co  has new summer wear from Anya Madsen and Kylie, kids and adult ranges and jubilee gifts

Lipsy has a new Friends Like these range and a Chrishell collaboration

Pink House Mustique has new outfits for the summer

Primark has new swim, lingerie, beauty products, leisurewear, activewear and a Snoopy range

F&F  has new summer, shoes, denim and womenswear ranges

Very has new summer outfits

Radley has new April and Spring drops

Night Store has new summer pyjama sets

Roman Originals has new summer wear

Pretty Little Thing has a new Jayda Wayda and Alabama Barker ranges

River Island  has new summer clothing imagery for kids and adults

New Look has new women’s summer outfits

Matalan has new summer sandals

Barbour has new menswear

Dancing Leopard has new summer dresses

Cotton Traders has new summer ranges

Sonder Studio has new clothing ranges

Dune London has new shoe and bag ranges

Hope Fashion has new womenswear

Monsoon has new womenswear and kids ranges

See more new clothing and accessories images from the last two weeks from

George at Asda Oliver Bonas Kaleidoscope Freemans Marks & Spencer Shoe Zone Seol + Gold Feelunique Very Daisy Park Fatface Joe Browns John Lewis  Aspiga From My Mothers Garden  

Home and food

The Range has new wallpaper, homeware and things for the garden and Jubilee wear

M&Co  has new homeware

Cult Furniture  has new homeware

Nest has new outdoor and indoor home ranges  

Daisy Park Has new Jubilee commemorative pieces and a wide range of mugs

Pink House Mustique has a small range of homeware

Abstract House has new canvases

Primark has new garden furniture, and picnic wear

Wilko has new Jubilee gifts, DIY, storage, garden, home wear

Dobbies Garden Centres has new home goods, plants, pet accessories and outdoor ranges 

Fritz Fryer has new lighting ranges

Matalan has new bedding ranges

Marks & Spencer  has new garden furniture and outdoor ranges

Sofology  has new bed and furniture ranges

Joe Browns has new jubilee ranges

Parker Knoll has new furniture ranges

Oliver Bonas has new homeware and decorations

Next has new Beach Retreat homeware available in June

Paperchase has a new Mr Men range

Cuckooland has new modular sofas

Oak Furnitureland has new sofa ranges

Very has new Occasions homeware

See more new home images from the last two weeks from

Wilko Cambridge Imprint  Fatface Lights4fun George Home Next Hotel Chocolat Getting Personal John Lewis & Partners TK Maxx Biscuiteers Baking  Cartwright & Butler  John Lewis and Partnership Furniture Village Homesense Soho House Retail National Trust Shop

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April Diary

How to get your brand on the April Editorial Calendars   

We’re now definitely in Spring, so carry on adding those spring summer related images and adding keywords relating to summer outfits, swimwear, the garden, garden parties and Barbecues (don’t forget to add all of the other spellings BBQ, Bar-B-Que etc).  

People are thinking about the approaching summer holidays, so carry on adding those spring summer related images and adding keywords relating to summer outfits, beachwear, swimwear, the garden, garden parties and Barbecues. Don’t forget to add all of the other spellings BBQ, Bar-B-Que etc and other related keywords like picnic, garden party, get-togethers, parties, socials, gatherings (gaths). 

While some people are looking to holidays abroad some are also trimming their budgets thanks to the rising costs of gas and electricity etc. and are looking closer to home, so add in keywords and phrases like “staycation” “holistay” “holiday at home” to your keywords and why not suggest clothing like cardigans for the colder UK evenings.

April Diary - Weeks/Months

As well as Easter there are lots of other big events in April. April is World Stress awareness month and National Pet Month in the UK, so if you have anything to relieve stress (massage products, recliners, diffusers, pillows, garden swings etc) and anything for pets (dog coats, cat collars, dog beds will also be looked for etc) then add them and get all the relevant keywords added. 

Other events include;

The Big Peddle (Apr 19^th – Apr 30^th)

National Gardening Week (Apr 27^th – May 3^rd)

April - Days

29^th - International dance Day

How to get your brand on the May Editorial Calendars   

Next month sees the start of the Platinum Jubilee 4-day weekend so start to get anything related to the Jubilee up now and get the keywords Platinum Jubilee on anything relevant. 

We’re now well into Spring so carry on adding those spring summer related images and adding keywords relating to summer outfits, swimwear, the garden, garden parties and Barbecues (don’t forget to add all of the other spellings BBQ, Bar-B-Que etc and other related keywords like picnics, garden party etc). 

Now that covid travel restrictions have lifted images of beach holidays and swimwear, as well as holiday clothes, festival clothes can all come back out and all of the associated keywords and phrases sandals, beachwear, swimsuits, bikinis, linen, summer wear. Although not everyone will be going abroad so still keep keywords and phrases like “staycation” “holistay” “holiday at home” to your keywords and why not suggest clothing like cardigans for the colder UK evenings.

May is also the start of wedding season so if you have any wedding related items then get ready to promote them with any wedding keywords, bridal, bride, groom, hen party, stag do etc.

May Diary - Weeks/Months

May is National Walking Month, National Smile Month and Skin Cancer awareness month. It’s also;

Small Business Week – First week in May

Dementia UK Time for a cuppa (1-8^th May)

National Gardening week (2-8^th May)

Chelsea Flower Show (24th – 28th May)

May - Days

2^nd – May Day

2^nd – Eid ul Fitr begins

3^rd – Eid ul Fitr ends

3^rd – World Press Freedom Day

4^th – Star Wars Day

4^th – Firefighters memorial Day

5^th –Cinco de Mayo (US Holiday)

5^th –Yom HaAtzmaut (Jewish Holiday)

8^th – VE day

9^th – Europe Day

8^th – Mother’s Day (US and Australia)

12^th – International Nurses Day

13^th – World Cocktail Day

15^th – International Day of Families

19^th – Lag B'Omer (Jewish Holiday)

20^th – World Bee Day

21^st – International Tea Day

22^nd – World Goth Day

22^nd – Craft Distillery Day (US)

25^th - Geek Pride day

26^th – Ascension Day

29^th – National Biscuit Day

25^th – National Wine Day

31^th – Memorial Day (US)

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