Holidays: Page 27
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Popsugar
PopSugar to launch experiential pop-up shop in NYC for the holidays
Sugar Chalet, which will be located in New York's Bryant Park Overlook, allows the multimedia website to connect with its audience offline.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 13, 2019 -
Saks, Sephora pilot Google’s local ads to drive store traffic
Google's local ads now have a more seamless integration with Maps, including branded pins that appear near travel routes.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 13, 2019 -
Trendline
A look at the 2024 holiday season
Technology will play a key role in holiday sales this year, Adobe revealed in its latest holiday report.
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Courtesy of DSW
DSW to pop up in NYC with merchandise-free shop
The DSWGives Do Good Pop-Up will feature "interactive experiences" related to the company's philanthropic partners.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 13, 2019 -
Gen X will spend the most this holiday season
An age demographic survey from The NPD Group found that Gen Z will spend the least and baby boomers are already shopping for the holidays.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 12, 2019 -
Consumers to spend more than $200 on gift cards this year
On average, shoppers plan to allocate 35% of their total holiday shopping budgets on them, according to a Blackhawk Network BrandedPay report.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 11, 2019 -
More people will shop on mobile than desktop this holiday
A new report expects the retail conversion rate for Black Friday and Cyber Monday 2019 to increase nearly 30% over last year.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 11, 2019 -
Mobile apps pose lower risk of online shopping fraud
E-commerce fraud increases prior to the holidays but doesn't comprise many transactions.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 11, 2019 -
Beatriz Perez Moya via Unsplash
Leveraging nostalgia: How retailers can build on the warmth of holiday shopping
Tapping into a strong sense of community can build a bond with shoppers — and set retailers apart from the competition.
By Kaarin Vembar • Nov. 11, 2019 -
More than half of consumers may go into credit card debt for the holidays
The attitude toward holiday credit card debt varies across each generation.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 8, 2019 -
Column
Retail Therapy: Hefty wants to do all the talking during the holidays
The brand released party cups with phrases like, "Don't Ask Me Who I'm Voting For" and "Accepting $, Not Advice" to make parties a little bit easier.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 8, 2019 -
Flickr
Party City's October sales a 'disaster' with Halloween stores down 21%
Executives said the retailer hasn't lost market share in the physical channel for costumes, but the slowdown at the company's stores was so big that might be of scant consolation.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 8, 2019 -
Kohl’s lets Snapchatters virtually window shop through AR portal
An immersive "New Gifts at Every Turn" experience showcases exclusive merchandise for the holidays.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 7, 2019 -
Courtesy of Walmart
Is the short holiday season an excuse for retailers to post soft sales results?
There are six fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, prompting several companies to begin promotional activity early.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 7, 2019 -
Joann
Joann entices holiday crafters with 3D printers, new tech
The move further proves the retailer sees value in investing in technology, both in its merchandise and in-store experience.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 6, 2019 -
Toys R Us Canada, Snapchat partner for AR experience
The toy retailer is integrating its holiday catalog with augmented reality features to showcase gifts.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 5, 2019 -
Birchbox
Birchbox to pop up in 500 Walgreens stores for the holidays
The shop-in-shops will be positioned in a "grab-and-go holiday gifts" format and feature themed boxes, subscription gift cards, travel-sized items and more.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 5, 2019 -
UPS expects 26% jump in returns this peak season
The carrier projects 1.9 million returns on Jan. 2 and 1.6 million returns per day in the week preceding Christmas Day.
By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 5, 2019 -
More than half of holiday shoppers plan to buy gifts for themselves
The percentage increases for consumers with more money to spend: Nearly 74% with budgets over $500 plan to indulge themselves this year.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 4, 2019 -
Deep Dive
How to get on Gen Z's wish list this season
A unique assortment is just one part of the challenge, as the young group has high expectations and low loyalty. Here's what brands need to know.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 4, 2019 -
Photo by Michael Weidemann via Unsplash
Half of shoppers would give up low online prices for personalized service
In-store shopping is still the preferred choice for categories including appliance, clothing, beauty and home decor.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 1, 2019 -
Tiffany
ColumnRetail Therapy: Tiffany wants to add a little $112K sparkle to the holidays
The jeweler is selling an over-the-top advent calendar filled with things absolutely nobody needs, like sterling silver paper cups and clothespins.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 1, 2019 -
‘Cyber Week’ will generate 20% of holiday revenue
Adobe Analytics anticipates online spending will surpass $143.7 billion this holiday season, with substantial growth for mobile commerce.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 1, 2019 -
Sponsored by Omnisend3 Black Friday marketing automation workflows that create lifelong customers
What if your automated processes could even earn you extra revenue on top of doing the things you don’t have time to do?
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Nearly half of consumers will buy holiday gifts on Amazon
The e-commerce giant leads the way in online product searches in all product categories except for apparel, according to a new study.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Macy's unveils holiday experiences and services
The retailer may have an edge thanks to its long association with the season but must contend with fiercer competition from discounters.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 29, 2019
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