How to Attract Shoppers During a “Permanent” Price Correction

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91% of shoppers say that rising prices are not transient inflation, but they expect that prices on groceries will stay at 2023 levels (or go higher)[1]. In this Retail Safari®, we identify: 16 examples of retailers, brands, and digital platforms helping shoppers live within their stretch budget Examples in food and beverage (plus some in ... Read more

The Digital Invasion: Health & Wellness

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Digital access to healthcare and wellness saves time and is quickly being adopted by patients, especially time-pressed Millennials and Gen Z, who are adopting a “new ecosystem” of services across new platforms. In this Retail Safari®, we identify: Data from our How America Shops® reports that highlights shopping behavior across the digital pharmacy, telehealth, DTC, and more Eight ... Read more

The Store as a Wellness Journey: House of Rituals

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Founded in 2000, Dutch retailer, Rituals, was the first brand to combine luxury Home and Body care. Rituals has over 650 stores, plus distribution in over 2,000 luxury department stores across 37 countries. In honor of its 20th anniversary, Rituals opened a 16,000 square-foot flagship store, The House of Rituals, in its hometown, Amsterdam, Netherlands. ... Read more

DICK’S Sporting Goods: House of Sport & Public Lands Video

DICK’S Sporting Goods: House of Sport & Public Lands Video Video Sample featuring Dicks Sporting Goods and Public Lands
Two experiential, immersive DICK’S concepts, the House of Sport in Victor, NY and Public Lands in Pittsburgh, PA, validate the store’s role in a digital world. These stores give shoppers a reason to visit and immerse themselves in the brand experience. To access the VIDEO, contact us directly or log into your WSL Library account. ... Read more

Livestream Retail: The Future Of

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The launch of Alibaba’s Taobao Live in 2016 marked the beginning of a new era of shopping in China – livestream (live commerce) shopping. Taobao Live’s seamless and convenient shoppable technology, and the influence of Chinese powerhouses skilled in selling products, has helped make live commerce a success in China. In the US, retailers across ... Read more

Hy-Vee: The Best of What’s Next

In September 2021, grocery retailer Hy-Vee opened a futuristic prototype in Grimes, IA that reimagines the grocery shopping experience. It is a phygital destination that includes Scan & Go checkout, digital kiosks to locate items in store or order online, digital shelf labels, recipes, curbside pickup for fast meal orders, wellness support, and so much more. A reimagined floorplan ... Read more

Retailers & Brands Embracing the Big Business of WELL

Retailers & Brands Embracing the Big Business of WELL Report Banner featuring nutrition booth at John Bell & Croyden store
Retail has the power to transform lives. Retailers and brands should challenge themselves (and their shoppers) to broaden their definition of wellness through a holistic shopping experience. Take shoppers on a wellness journey that inspires, encourages, and supports healthier living habits – and makes it easy for shoppers to transform their lives for the better. ... Read more

Rite Aid RxEvolution

Rite Aid RxEvolution – Report Banner featuring RiteAid Storefront and pharmacy sign
Rite Aid is in the middle of an RxEvolution that is transforming its stores into a contemporary whole health destination that inspires shoppers to take care of their well-being – from the inside out. The format elevates the in-store shopping experience with a modern design, increased assortment of products, elevated role of pharmacists, and upgraded digital experience. To access the full report, ... Read more

The Pandemic Wellness Opportunity

We are in the midst of a health crisis in which 73% of shoppers are living in fear of getting sick. Desperate times mean big opportunities for retailers – yet surprisingly, we have not seen retailers act boldly or quickly on this shopper need. On this Retail Safari®, we show you the few retailers who are helping shoppers ... Read more

Reopened Retail Part 4: NYC

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New York shut down in March and became the pandemic hot spot. Now after more than 100 days, New York City was given the green light on June 22 to reopen non-essential retail, salons, and outdoor dining. WSL took a Retail Safari® around two NYC neighborhoods: Herald Square & the Upper West Side to see ... Read more

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