Holiday Season news and archive

UK retail footfall ends 2024 on subdued note

Retail footfall in the UK continued its downward trajectory in December, marking the second consecutive year of decline for brick-and-mortar retail traffic. Total footfall fell 2.2 percent year-on-year in December, though this represented an improvement from November's 4.5 percent decline, partly due to the shifted timing of Black Friday between...

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Christmas displays from around the world

With Christmas fast approaching, FashionUnited has rounded up the best of this year’s festive displays, from Sir Paul Smith’s takeover at Claridge’s in London to Selfridges maximalist take on the holiday season, Saks Fifth Avenue’s dazzling 100th-anniversary showcase in New York, Fenwick’s 12 Days of Christmas in Newcastle, Dior’s showstopping...

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UK retailers feed off public affection for festive ads

They come with big budgets, are wrapped in sentimentality and boost company revenues -- Britain's latest instalment of eagerly awaited Christmas television advertisements has a nation tuned in. Known for talking about the weather 12 months a year, Britons will begin sharing thoughts on the latest festive commercials as soon as they hit screens,...

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SoHo Pink Dreams: A look inside Nana Jacqueline's debut NYC pop-up store

Walking down West Broadway in SoHo, New York City, is always a feast for all senses - especially this time of year, when all the stores have their holiday lights and displays out in full force. With many retailers vying for the attention of tourists and locals, one storefront in particular succeeds in catching your eye immediately. The debut New...

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Half of Brits prefer post-Christmas shopping to Black Friday

New research suggests that ‘Chrimbo Limbo,’ the period between Christmas and New Year, is more popular for Brits to go shopping than Black Friday. The nationwide survey of 2,001 UK consumers conducted by Censuswide for Snapchat reveals that 48 percent of Brits are more likely to shop between Christmas and New Year than Black Friday and other...

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NYX Professional Makeup launches ‘Home Alone’ collection

NYX Professional Makeup has teamed up with Disney and 20th Century Studios to release a special-edition make-up collection inspired by the Christmas movie, 'Home Alone’. Tapping into pop culture nostalgia, NYX Professional Makeup has created a 24-piece advent calendar inspired by iconic elements of the ‘Home Alone’ movie, housed within a replica...

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Against all odds: Luxury records an unexpected performance at the end of the year

While the luxury sector has experienced some real turbulence this year, a study is shaking up the forecasts. According to the latest Saks Luxury Pulse survey, 82 percent of affluent consumers plan to increase their spending this holiday season. This almost unexpected burst of optimism offers new insights into the outlook for the sector. But what...

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Amazon dominates holiday gift search

Amazon has emerged as the dominant online platform for UK holiday shoppers, with over half (52 percent) turning to it for festive gift inspiration, surpassing Google, which attracted only 31 percent of shoppers, according to recent research by Nosto. Generative AI tools like ChatGPT are quickly gaining relevance, with 8 percent of UK consumers...

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Loro Piana to takeover Harrods for the holiday season

Italian luxury brand Loro Piana, owned by LVMH Group, has announced it will takeover luxury department store Harrods in London for the holiday season. The move coincides with Loro Piana’s 100th anniversary and will see the luxury brand taking over Harrods iconic façade, including 36 windows on Brompton Road, alongside the opening of two pop-ups...

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Stella McCartney launches installation at Selfridges Corner Shop

British luxury womenswear label Stella McCartney has opened a “theatrical extravaganza” at the Selfridges Corner Shop space. The installation, titled ‘Stellabration,’ will run until December 28 and is described as an “emotional and energetic exploration of light, joy and nostalgia, with a touch of festive drama and delight”. At the heart of the...

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AMI celebrates holiday season with pop-up and ice rink

Luxury fashion brand AMI is celebrating the holiday season with an exclusive pop-up store and ice rink at Palais-Royal in Paris. From December 16 to 31, La Patinoire AMI (ice-rink) will be located in the historical Cour d’Honneur of Palais-Royal. It will be free of charge with visitors asked to register via the brand’s website. The design of the...

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Beyond festive tradition: A disruptive celebration of tradition and innovation

As the holiday season fast approaches, its clear to see that brands are stepping up their game this year, transforming Christmas into a truly disruptive celebration which goes beyond the ordinary. This festive season, retail is redefining traditions, capturing attention through distinct bold colours, seamless integration of digital, and...