“Smart Phygital” defining retail
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Ahead of Paris Fashion Week, taking place from 10th to 12th September, the event has partnered with Havas Paris to discover the key retail trends of
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On the Pulse of gorgeous mid-season product trends
April 24, 2018
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Anyone with an interest in discovering hot new design talent, future trends and retail inspiration should be making a beeline for Pulse, which next takes
Wyevale Garden Trends Report
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Wyevale has launched its 2018 Garden Trends Report, an in-depth look at the key influences and insights shaping the UK’s £5bn annual garden retail market.
Green guilt, product origins, convenience and nostalgia
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Research analyst GfK has tracked consumer confidence and behaviour since the UK’s vote to leave the European Union and found that lower income earners are
Big florals lead 2018 home décor trends
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Houzz editor Mitchell Parker has shared his trend predictions for the year ahead, which range from brightly coloured kitchens and bold floral wallpaper through to
Ambiente 2018 trend forecast
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The interior design trends of the future, as curated by bora.herke.palmisano, will be on show in a comprehensive presentation of merchandise at Ambiente from 9
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