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PRShots Roundup brings you the latest retail news from John Lewis, Make it British, Harvey Nichols, Gymshark, Nobody’s Child, Liberty, Very, New Look, Bodycare, Morrisons and M&S. Plus, how AI discovery is changing everything marketers measure, the UKs fastest-growing retailers and more.
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THE LATEST RETAIL INDUSTRY NEWS
Marks & Spencer to make London Fashion Week runway debut
Marks & Spencer is making its London Fashion Week runway debut this autumn with a shoppable womenswear and menswear collection that customers can buy immediately online and in store.
Amazon aims to raise $25bn from bond sale
Amazon said it is looking to raise $25bn through a US dollar bond sale, in the company's latest push to fund its hefty AI investments.
Marks & Spencer eyes higher shareholder returns
Marks & Spencer has signalled plans to increase shareholder returns in the coming years as it looks to balance heavier investment with growing confidence in its turnaround.
John Lewis puts 200 jobs at risk with bureau de change closures
John Lewis is planning to close all its physical Bureau de Change desks, placing 200 jobs at risk, as it looks to move the service online.
Retailers warn Burnham’s warehouse tax could hit supermarkets and department stores
Retailers have warned Andy Burnham’s plan to cut business rates for high street venues by taxing warehouses could add further costs on supermarkets, department stores and retail supply chains.
Net-A-Porter warehouse workers resume strike action after rejecting latest pay offer
GMB members at Net-A-Porter's Charlton warehouse in South London have begun two days of strike action after rejecting the company's latest pay offer.
Make It British trade show returns after six years
The Make It British trade show dedicated to helping retailers and brands find UK manufacturers will return to London on 12 and 13 January 2027.
Harvey Nichols entertaining offers from ‘multiple’ interested buyers worldwide
Harvey Nichols is said to be in active negotiations with potential buyers, with a first round of bids due later this month, according to sources.
TRENDS, SUSTAINABILITY, STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY
How AI discovery is changing everything marketers measure
AI-powered discovery is reducing the value of traffic-based metrics. Martech looks at what to measure instead to understand marketing performance.
The UKs fastest-growing retailers
The economy may not be growing quickly, but these retail brands most certainly are. Here are some of the retailers from the Retail Week Growth Index 2026 that you should know about.
13 social media scheduling tools to save time
Hootsuite shows the 13 best social media scheduling tools that will save time, streamline your work, and help you grow your social media presence.
Why consumers consider AI less relevant than search engines
The hype surrounding generative artificial intelligence and agentic commerce continues to clash with the reality of how consumers actually use these technologies.
Marketers not moving swiftly enough to capitalise on events
More than half (54%) of consumers are more likely to engage with brands that deliver relevant, timely content around events such as the World Cup.
Fast delivery is losing to lower prices
A ICSC survey finds 90% of shoppers in the US would accept slower shipping in exchange for savings, while 61% said lower cost matters more than convenience when shopping online.
Retailers risk Golden Quarter operational blind spots despite AI boom
More than two-thirds (69%) of UK retailers only react to operational issues after those issues have already affected commercial performance, according to new research by UiPath.
PEOPLE, MOVERS AND SHAKERS
Gymshark names former Boden exec as CTO
Gymshark has named former Boden exec Shaun Perkinson as its new chief technology officer, succeeding John Douglas after five years in the role.
Nobody’s Child bolsters top team with three new appointments
Nobody's Child has bolstered its top team with the appointment of a new head of merchandising, digital director and head of retail.
Liberty promotes former Coty CMO to head up marketing
Laura Simpson has been promoted to Chief Marketing Officer at Liberty, a position she will be executing alongside her existing role as Managing Director of LBTY, the retailer's beauty proposition.
BRAND NEWS
Very reduces and freezes prices on selected kids’ school uniform essentials
Very has announced a major price freeze on selected children’s school clothing essentials and an additional 20% off school uniform wear by The Very Collection from 24 Jun until 7 Jul.
New Look’s largest concept store to open at Metrocentre
New Look will open its largest-ever concept store at Metrocentre on 9 July, marking the next phase of the retailer's investment in digitally enhanced in-store shopping experiences.
Marks & Spencer to invest in heat-resistant fridges as temperatures rise
Marks & Spencer will invest in new refrigeration in anticipation that higher temperatures will increasingly be part of life in the UK.
Bodycare announces High Street return with 17 stores across UK
Health and beauty retailer Bodycare has revealed the location of 17 stores it is set to open across the country this year in a major relaunch of the brand.
Morrisons expands parcel locker rollout to 500 supermarkets
Morrisons is expanding its partnership with Quadient to bring parcel collection and returns services to hundreds of supermarkets across the UK.
AND FINALLY x 2
Aldi Scotland offers couples after-hours wedding shoot in supermarket aisles
Aldi Scotland is giving one couple the chance to swap the traditional wedding backdrop for the supermarket aisle, with an after-hours photoshoot in one of its stores.
Holland & Barrett opens wellness pub
Holland & Barrett has unveiled a wellness pub activation to encourage people to take care of their health over the summer.
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PRSHOTS TOP 10 SEARCHES
What were our users searching for on PRShots Week ending July 3rd 2026?
1/ AW26
2/ SS26
3/ Bikini
4/ Swimsuit
5/ Beach
6/ Christmas
7/ Bag
8/ Rug
9/ Red
10/ Bedroom
PRSHOTS DIARY
PRShots Retail Calendar Alerts
Days until School Summer holidays (England & Wales) – 14
Days until Halloween – 115
Days until Black Friday – 142
Days until Christmas – 170
July Diary
How to get your brand and products on the July editorial calendars, higher up on search and AI engines and in social media
Our July PR toolkit and content calculator is here to help PRs and marketers forward-plan campaigns and pitches armed with some timely and topical angles, plus it’s a checklist for potential campaign hooks.
Summer is here! So keep on adding anything summer-related to your media centres, eg summer clothing, swimwear, bikinis, shorts, beachwear, sunglasses, plus things to keep you cool, like fans, sun hats and sun shades. Also, push anything to do with the outside, such as garden furniture, anything for a garden party, or a picnic or barbecue, and don’t forget to add all of the other spellings that people may search on eg BBQ, Bar-B-Que, etc and other related keywords like picnic.
The festival season is now in full-swing, and the media are all looking for festival wear and things to take to festivals (tents, fans, ice boxes, torches, etc). We’re also getting ready to go on holiday, so luggage, bags, bumbags, beach towels, etc are all being searched for.
Also, look at any sports-related items, as this month sees the end of football’s World Cup Finals in the US/Mexico/Canada. Plus, look at anything tennis-related for Wimbledon, which is on for the first weeks of July, so anything football or tennis-related should be flagged and plus it's the Tour de France so anything lycra-related might also be good to flag.
Other clothing keywords being searched for this summer include; denim, florals, crochet, midi-dresses, maxi-dresses, polo, preppy, tennis-core and festival wear.
But not everyone is going abroad. The cost-of-living crisis is still cutting-into everyone’s wallets, so shoppers are still looking at holidays closer to home. Add in keywords and phrases like “staycation”, “holistay”, “holiday at home” to your keywords and why not suggest clothing like raincoats, coats, hoodies, and cardigans? If you stock them, then firepits and chimineas for the colder UK evenings would be good to add.
If you’re a PRShots brand user and you need more ideas, then take a look at the keywords that media are searching for on PRShots and try and add those in.
If you’re looking for more hooks to help promote your brand and products, then see the list of days, weeks and fortnights below.
July Diary - Weeks/Months
2026 World Cup Final – US/Mexico/Canada 11th Jun - 19th Jul
Wimbledon fortnight ends (29th Jun – 12th Jul)
The Tour De France (4th – 26th)
Alcohol Awareness Week (6th- 12th)
July - Days
9th-12th - Goodwood Festival of Speed
11th – Isle of Wight Round the Island race
11th – World Population Day
12th – Battle of the Boyne (Northern Ireland)
11th – Wimbledon Women's Final Day
12th – Wimbledon Men's Final Day
14th - Bastille Day (France)
14-15th - London Textile Fair
15th – St Swithin’s Day
18th - Nelson Mandela International Day
19th – National Ice Cream Day (US Third sundae in July 😉)
22nd- 23rd – Start of the school holidays England & Wales
22nd - 23rd - Tisha B'Av (Jewish Holiday – Changes July Aug)
24th – National Tequila Day (US)
25th – Christmas in July (5 months until Christmas)
25th-26th - Northern Pride Newcastle
26th – Tour de France ends
26th – National Parents Day (US 4th Sunday in July)
29th – National Lipstick Day
NB - All dates have been checked, but some events may change due to unforeseen circumstances or have not been fully confirmed for 2026 by the authorities controlling the event(s).
For more diary dates for this year see the Marketing Retail Diary
NB - All dates have been checked, but some events may change due to unforeseen circumstances or have not been fully confirmed for 2026 by the authorities controlling the event(s).
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NEW BRANDS ON PRSHOTS
Beyond Nine are a women's wear business producing clothing ranges for mothers – hence the Beyond Nine (months) name. Designed for style and comfort, the ranges include everything from trousers to knitwear to accessories and can be worn to the office, on the school run and to that big party.
Ellerod is small business that specialises in creating high-quality sustainable homeware inspired by the great British countryside and made from natural fibres in England. Ranges include cushion covers, placemats, tea towels and stockings.
Ipanema footwear is inspired by the culture of Brazil, it’s fun, chic and colourful and includes unique features that make Ipanema sandals and thongs unique, including multiple sole shapes for better comfort and fit, “360 degree” prints that wrap around the sole, and multiple strap details.
BRANDS WITH NEW IMAGES
Clothing, beauty and accessories
M&S has a new Autograph menswear collaboration with the Atlassian Williams F1 Team, modelled by racing drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz.
Accessorize has a new range of jewellery for the summer, new accessories including socks, jewellery and scarves, new women’s and kids summer holiday wear including dresses, bikinis, shirts, jewellery, shoes, hats and bags.
Monsoon has new winter womenswear, plus shoes, bags, gloves and accessories, a new collaboration with Callie Thorpe and with Charlie Taylor Bonnie.
New Look has new high summer ranges of womenswear including blouses, skirts, dresses and t-shirts.
Bonmarché has new Autumn lookbook imagery with Lorraine Kelly, a new Dash range, and a Lisa Snowdon Transitional range.
Threadbare has new SS26 outfits for the summer holidays, and a “New Way to Wear Formal” menswear collection.
Matalan has new AW26 womenswear and its back-to-school ranges ready for the new 26/27 terms.
Oliver Bonas has new August accessories, jewellery, womenswear, sandals, bags and backpacks, plus new shoes from Birkenstock.
Peacocks has new beachwear for men, women and children for SS26 and a new Dani Dyer Mini Collection for kids and new Lousie Redknapp SS26 ranges.
River Island has a new Morgan Jamieson collaboration of beach and holiday wear, a new Polly Smith collaboration, new Pony collaboration, a new Tolami Benson collaboration, and a new Samie Elishi collaboration.
Curvy Kate has new Scantilly lingerie ranges for AW26, including Showgirl, Glamour Puss, Victory Nouveau, Heartstopper, Boost, Intoxicated, Merlot, Restraint, Scandal, Swerve, Boost, Smoothie, Zen, Intoxicated, Flare, Lightstyle, Wondurfully, Cool Cat, Unapologetic, Hapy Hour, and Smoothie Spacer.
TK Maxx has new menswear, hats, glasses and sandals for the summer holidays, plus kidswear and women’s clothes, accessories, beach bags and sandals.
Primark has a new Performance range, The Scene womenswear edit, new ranges of nightwear and lingerie, Prince tennis wear, new beachwear, band t-shirts and hats for the festivals, plus new Pride month collections.
Tu Clothing has new high-summer womenswear and back-to-school ranges from its School Shop 2026.
Scamp & Dude has new Holiday Shop dresses, jumpers, jackets and hoodies, plus a new collaboration with trainer/sports shoe brand Gola.
Joe Browns has new womenswear images for 2026.
Barbour has a new Wimbledon Edit, a festival dressing range, a new Farm Rio collaboration, new Chelsea Flower Show dressing ranges, a new Icons range, and a Paul Smith Collaboration.
See additional new clothing and accessories images from
Cotton Traders Very Iolla Neem London VIXII
Home, garden and food
Dobbies Garden Centres has its Christmas trees and decorations – including a Gruffalo-themed collection - for the home and the dining table and Christmas gifts for the family, plus new Halloween and autumn home ranges and things for garden barbecues and eating outside.
B&M has Christmas decorations for the lounge, the dining table and the home, from candles to wreaths.
Oliver Bonas has new August lighting and homeware for the lounge, dining room and kitchen, beauty products, plus new furniture including chairs, tables and lighting.
Ruggable has a new Jungalow collection based on its Painted Terrain and Woven Modernism ranges, as well as its Autumn rug designs for the home, for indoors and outdoors.
Hobbycraft has new back-to-school ideas plus ideas for the autumn and Halloween.
Cambridge Imprint has new small patterned border cards, large hardback notebooks, tea towels, new cards and papers, new Italian cotton ribbons, small pocket books, and kitchen trays.
TK Maxx has new soft furnishings and new kitchenware, including jugs, crockery, bowls, and utensils.
Jellycat has new animal ranges including Bretti Yeti, Trixiwoo Raccoon, Peanut Yeti, Bartholomew Bear, Mulshi, S’Mores, Ort & Tum, Zapperty and Rockleton, plus seaside holiday themed bears and amuseables.
Homesense has new homeware gifts, new art-related gifts and barbecue and picnic items for the summer months.
Oriana B has new furniture for the home, from sofas and settees to side tables and dining tables.
Primark has new travel solutions, new Chillis range of homeware, new luggage and storage solutions, Island Heat ranges of homeware with decorations, vases, soft furnishings, candles, diffusers and kitchenware.
Dunelm has new Cosy Home, Wild Harvest, Salvage Yard and Beautility AW26 homeware ranges and Vintage Emporium ranges of homeware and furniture for SS26.
National Trust has new ranges of Anglepoise lamps for the home, new garden furniture, new gifts, food and gardening ranges, and new homeware.
The Gluttonous Gardener has new gifting suggestions and a Brontë sisters themed growbar.
Furniture Village has new ranges for the home, from beds, shelving, to sofas and chairs.
Sir Jacobs brings together the worlds of ceramics and fragrance — turning everyday objects into something truly special.
Home Bargains has a new Hinch Home range, plus new Coastal Retreat themed homeware accessories.
Cult Furniture has new furniture for the bedroom, living room, home office, kitchen and dining rooms.
See additional new home images from
Ivyline Matalan Very Designers Guild
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