Fashion Archives - WSL Strategic Retail

Turning Stores Into Neighborhood Destinations

Localization is more than just a personalized welcome and goodbye. Today’s shoppers expect stores that reflect their neighborhoods, but also their culture and passions. When retailers embrace local, they create destinations that feel personal and irreplaceable. The payoff? Shoppers see the brand as a trusted community partner rather than just another chain. In our August ... Read more

Beauty Is Breaking Out!

Beauty isn’t confined to the beauty aisle anymore. Today’s shoppers are discovering skincare, fragrance, and self-care everywhere — and that’s by design. Smart retailers are weaving beauty into lifestyle, making it easier (and more fun) to explore & discover new. In our June edition of the Retail Safari® Newsletter, we explored how beauty is showing ... Read more

What Everyday Retailers Can Learn from Flagships

Even in a world of endless online shopping options, brands are doubling down on flagships — and for good reason. In our April edition of the Retail Safari® Newsletter, we explore groundbreaking innovations across categories, including: Charlotte Tilbury's confidence-boosting voice, clear signage, Skin Spa, and event spaces. Lululemon's connection hub, new collections, the biggest "pant ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – August 2024 Edition

In this edition, we present inspirational in-store retail experiences featuring a major online retailer debuting its first store, a sports fan’s paradise, and a clean beauty brand for all. wayfair – Wilmette, IL Selfridges Sportopia – London, UK Jones Road – Chicago, IL Retail Safari® SNAP fuels you, and your teams, with the latest ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – July 2024 Edition

In this issue we present the ultimate in-store retail experiences featuring a mission to save animals, the future of brand HQs, and fun for the whole family. Save The Duck – New York, NY KidSuper – Brooklyn, NY CAMP – New York, NY Retail Safari® SNAP fuels you, and your teams, with the latest ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – June 2024 Edition

In this issue we present the latest retail experiences with attention to conscious yet efficient shopping, an engaging community hub, & a new online world. H&M – New York, NY Gibson Garage – London, UK Walmart Discovered – Roblox [ Online ] Retail Safari® SNAP fuels you, and your teams, with the latest global ... Read more

Categories Reimagined: Discover NEW!

Click the link and launch a free tour of how a Retail Safari® can satisfy your shopper’s quest for finding something new in a retail store. In this free innovation tour: The physical store is the discovery zone where most shoppers go to find something new, stock-up on groceries or find an item they need right ... Read more

Paths to Beauty: Eyes Everywhere…

This Retail Safari® brings you innovators, both brands and retailers, who are delivering what the next generation of shoppers expect: convenience, personalization, and discovery. Will it stop with beauty? Is your category next? In this Retail Safari®, we identify: Convenient solutions like dual-purpose cosmetics for everyone and channels to discover the best in beauty Innovators ... Read more

Breaking Barriers In Apparel: What Does It Mean For You?

What starts in one category extends to other unexpected areas. Apparel is one category known for leading disruption with a futuristic approach to retail. The innovations that we are seeing today in fashion will transform shoppers’ expectations of shopping next. In this Retail Safari®, we tour four Apparel stores, Amazon Style in Los Angeles, CA, ... Read more

The Store of the Future: A Community Hub

Kids Foot Locker and Adidas present the Store of the Future: a Community Hub where shoppers socialize, experience a brand, and shop together. In a digital world, shoppers are looking for a human store and a happy shopping experience. Kids Foot Locker’s House of Play in Dallas, Texas and Adidas’ flagship in Berlin, Germany validate ... Read more