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PRShots Roundup brings you the latest retail news from H&M, Kingfisher, Shoe Zone, Charlotte Tilbury, Sweaty Betty, Frasers, Miniso, Paige, Søstrene Grene and Swarovski. Plus, how to find new business insights on social media, how grocers are delivering the stores of the future and more.
THE LATEST RETAIL INDUSTRY NEWS
Kingfisher has sold part of its Brico Dépôt business
B&Q and Screwfix parent Kingfisher has agreed to sell its Romanian Brico Dépôt business, after a “competitive process” to find a bidder.
H&M Group has acquired a minority stake in Swedish retail tech platform Voyado and has announced a strategic partnership with the platform.
UK festive footfall starts to build
Sensormatic Solutions footfall figures for the 14-15th Dec weekend were up 15.4% on the previous weekend, with high streets up the most at 25.8%.
Tesco’s partnership with The Entertainer could ‘double’ the business
The Entertainer’s partnership with Tesco could “double our business” one day, the retailer’s chief executive Andrew Murphy has said.
Puig to fully own Charlotte Tilbury by 2031
Charlotte Tilbury is to gradually sell her shares of her namesake business to Spanish brand Puig, with the brands assuming full ownership by 2031.
Shoe Zone warns on profit as it plans store closures
Shoe Zone has seen a fall in revenue and profit in the first two months of its financial year due to “very challenging” trading conditions and has revised its profit expectations.
Retail sheds 225,000 jobs in five years with Budget heaping on further pain
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) figures show the retail sector has lost over 225,000 jobs in the last five years, and it expects the Budget to add further losses.
TRENDS, SUSTAINABILITY, STRATEGY AND TECHNOLOGY
How to find insights on social & beyond
Hootsuite helps you get ahead with the right competitive intelligence tools to improve decision-making processes and drive higher ROI from your marketing.
How grocers are delivering the stores of the future in the here and now
From embracing emerging technologies, prioritising investment in sustainability and forging third-party tie-ups, here’s how UK grocers are future-proofing their stores.
The products that will dominate Christmas
Leading high-street and online retailers have told Retail Week which products they forecast to dominate sales this Christmas.
2024 to be 'most digital' Christmas yet
This Christmas is set to become the most ‘digital’ in history, with more gifts being given electronically than ever before, a new report suggests.
How The Entertainer’s CEO is aiming for infinity and beyond
The Entertainer boss Andrew Murphy is feeling “pretty good” in the run up to Christmas this year, despite the recent storms playing havoc on shoppers coming into stores to snap up toys.
Depop unveils top fashion trends for 2025
Depop has released its four top trends for 2025, which rest upon an overarching trend of 'The New Fundamentals'.
Superdrug reveals its top beauty predictions for 2025
Superdrug reveals its top beauty and lifestyle predictions for 2025 based on consumer insights from the last 12 months, as well as feedback from the retailer's new Innovators panel.
PEOPLE, MOVERS AND SHAKERS
Sweaty Betty preps for growth as it reshapes leadership team
Sweaty Betty has bold ambitions globally and has announced a raft of new stores in the UK and the key US market, as well as taking on a new agency that’s preparing a major campaign.
Frasers CEO Michael Murray nominated for Hugo Boss board seat
Frasers Group CEO Michael Murray has been nominated for a role on Hugo Boss’ supervisory board as the German retailer unveiled a host of new members today
BRAND NEWS
Paige anniversary campaign stars Spencer twins
Paige has had a busy year as it celebrates 20 years in business and it’s exiting 2024 on a high with a new “special campaign” starring Brit models Amelia and Eliza Spencer.
Miniso opens first UK airport store
Miniso is to hold a grand opening for its first-ever UK airport store at London’s Stansted Airport this week.
Søstrene Grene invests in European logistics hub to support UK expansion
Søstrene Grene is to open a new 45,000 sq m distribution centre in Venlo in the Netherlands as it looks to improve delivery efficiency for its stores and customers, including in the UK.
Swarovski returns to Regent Street in London
Austrian-based crystal company Swarovski has opened its ninth store in London, returning to Regent Street with a new ‘Wonderlux’ boutique.
AND FINALLY x2
‘Ridiculous’ ban on exotic animal skins at London fashion week criticised by experts
Trade can help protect species and real skins are often more sustainable than synthetic alternatives, say conservationists.
Bob Dylan’s custom jeans are now on sale
Levi’s has launched a three-piece Levi’s Vintage Clothing collection that pays homage to some of Bob Dylan’s most memorable looks.
THE CHRISTMAS ADVERTS
PRShots Retail Christmas Adverts 2024
All the Christmas Adverts so far - all 39 of them - in one place include Moonpig, Sports Direct, JD Sports, Burberry, John Lewis and many many more!
PRSHOTS TOP 10 SEARCHES
What were our users searching for on PRShots Week ending December 13th 2024?
1/ SS25
2/ Christmas
3/ Mocha
4/ Leopard
5/ Brown
6/ Cushion
7/ Coat
8/ Dress
9/ Lamp
10/ Trainers
NEW BRANDS TO PRSHOTS
Ernest Jones the jewellers came from modest beginnings, launched in 1949 it has grown from a single store in London's Oxford Street to a national chain of 100+ jewellery stores.
H Samuel is a jeweller with a long history. Started in 1862 the brand continues to this day with a mix of jewellery and watches, that are affordable and feature trend-led styles.
Curlsmith was launched in 2018 and has gone from strength to strength. It was born out of a community of people with textured hair sharing their haircare tips, home remedies and frustrations with products on the market not made specifically for their needs and has grown into a product range sold worldwide.
Frangipani was established in 2010 and produces men’s shirts and accessories crafted from high-quality materials and featuring bold prints or subtle contrasts. With each shirt embodying a perfect balance of comfort and elegance.
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BRANDS WITH NEW IMAGES
Clothing, beauty and accessories
Primark has new Performance 2025 ranges of athleisure clothes, shoes and bags, plus kids ranges, Premier Division football outfits, a new Rita Ora occasion wear collaboration of clothing, a new accessory and ski range plus new shoes, bags, jewellery and accessories.
Bonmarché has new Dash SS25 clothing ranges, Christmas outfits, jumpers and partywear, lingerie ranges, new jewellery plus accessory ranges.
Oliver Bonas has new February, March and April 2025 uploads of jewellery, women’s clothing, bags, shoes and accessories as well as new ranges for the New Year and SS25.
Roman Originals has new SS25 Petite imagery, more AW24 imagery for Petite, Curve and Dusk ranges of womenswear for day wear and for big events.
Very has new V by very ranges of clothes, partywear and footwear, including metallics, sequins and faux fur, a new Michelle Keegan collaboration, and Grinch-themed pyjamas for all the family, and stocking filler accessories.
River Island has new season ranges, a new Jo Horner collaboration, Pantone Mocha Mousse looks for spring, a Christmas Gift Guide and Christmas jumpers, plus new Premium and Winter Reds collections.
Peacocks has new Louise Redknapp SS25 Edit, new SS25 clothing, Christmas jumpers and fashion, Caprice and Grinch Christmas pyjama collections, new womenswear, a new Louise Redknapp AW and Christmas Edit.
F&F has new SS25 ranges of women's clothing and accessories.
Sims Wear has new menswear ranges for SS25.
Barbour has new ranges of clothing, boots and accessories for SS25 for men and women and new range of gift accessories for Christmas.
Lola Starr has new sustainable activewear for the January and February Christmas bounce back.
Sainsbury’s Beauty has new BeautyPro, Dr Pawpaw, Isle of Paradise and Sundae wellness ranges and beauty treatments.
Matalan has new athleisure wear, a new transitional style edit, menswear collaboration with Taylor & Wright, new last-minute Christmas gifts, transitional ranges, Valentine pyjamas, a new Disney and Lilo and Stitch Stitchmas collaboration, a menopause lingerie range.
Dune London has new shoes, bags and accessories for early 2025.
Fable England has new Christmas accessories and core jewellery ranges.
M&S has new thermal shaping bodies, wellness products for January, menswear and womenswear from its Christmas adverts, a Bella Freud bag collaboration, the Christmas beauty advent calendar, party outfits for all the family, Christmas clothing, accessories and lingerie sets.
National Trust has new clothing and accessories including socks, hats, jewellery, scarves, bags and sunglasses for SS25.
John Lewis has new Dream Dress Edit featuring Whistles, Sister Jane, Reiss, Phase Eight and more clothing ranges for women, plus clothing and accessory gift ideas for all ages for Christmas.
New Look has more new winter outfits, winter and occasion wear outfits for women, plus ranges of womenswear including coats, jumpers, skirts and tops.
Cotton Traders has new SS25 outfits, Christmas jumpers, cosy womenswear and menswear for AW24 including jumpers, cardigans and coats.
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Home, garden and food
Hobbycraft has Easter decoration and food ideas.
Dobbies Garden Centres has new outdoor furniture, barbecues, accessories, kids' swimming pools and pots for SS25, Mother’s Day 2025 gifts, plus Winter gardening tools.
Cult Furniture has new ranges for SS25.
Online Home Shop has new storage solutions, side tables and chest of drawers, rugs, bedding, foot warmers, hot water bottles, heated pads, body wraps, plus bar stools, mirrors, cuddle cushions, shaped pillows and bolsters.
Homesense has a new Outdoor Taste of the Med and Summer in the Souk ranges of furniture, homeware and kitchenware, plus indoors furniture and homeware for SS25, new Christmas gift ideas for family and pets as well as new Christmas decorations.
Primark has new homeware for SS25.
Matalan has new Valentine’s gifts, SS25 homeware images for the dining room, bedroom, bathroom and garden, plus Christmas gifts and decorations, a new Connie the Cockapoo range, AW24 soft furnishings and gifts, a new AW Cosy Shop range of bedding and soft furnishings.
National Trust has new garden furniture ranges for SS25, gifts for the home and the garden for SS25, plus decorations for Easter.
Quorn Stone has new Alnwick Ivory and Provenca Crema marble and tiles for the kitchen, natural stone and tumbled herringbone cobbles outdoor ranges, marble ranges for the bathroom and kitchen and Limestone cobbles for outside.
Habitat has new SS25 homeware and furniture, plus new furniture for setting up your own home office.
Dunelm has new colour drench ranges, a new Sophie Robinson collaboration and its SS25 range of bedroom and living room furniture, soft furnishings and kitchenware.
M&S has new furniture, soft furnishings and kitchenware for SS25, gifts for pets, a new Nordic notes Christmas decoration ranges, National Gallery collaboration, stocking filler Christmas images and new Fearne Cotton Happy Place range.
George Home has new Dark Garden SS25 interiors ranges, a new Christmas decorations for the tree, tableware, soft furnishings and trees, Stacey Solomon Christmas and Autumn collaborations on cookware, bedding, dining, and homeware.
Oliver Bonas has new furniture and home accessories including mirrors, lighting and tableware for the New Year and SS25.
John Lewis has new home gift ideas for Christmas.
Sofology has new SS25 Serene, Premiere and Westwood ranges of sofas, chairs and recliners.
Fritz Fryer has new antique lighting ranges, kitchen lighting ranges, as well as lamps and lights for every room in the home.
TK Maxx has a new 1960s-inspired summer range of kitchenware and furniture for the office, plus new gifting ranges, a wellness range for the New Year, Christmas gift-guides for the home.
Designers Guild has new Studio Stripes patterns for SS25.
Jan Constantine has new cushions for SS25 and Valentine’s day.
Ivyline has new planters, pots for its indoor living ranges.
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DIARY
PRShots Retail Calendar Alerts
Days until Christmas – 7
Days until Valentine’s Day – 58
Days until Mother’s Day - 102
Days until Easter - 123
How to get your brand in the media in December
Christmas is nearly over by now for the media; there are just a few dailies, weeklies, websites and influencers doing last-minute gift guides for Christmas but for most print media it’s the New Year, and what’s happening in 2025.
You should be uploading SS25 outfits and home goods for those “A new you for 2025” and “Redecorate for 2025” issues, so athleisure, outdoor healthy sporty images will all be useful, plus anything for the home.
As always don’t forget to add keywords – New Year, Gifts, Spring, Christmas, Xmas, Holidays, Winter plus all those words beloved of home magazines like cosy, cosiness, hygge, wellbeing.
Clothing wise the media are still looking for going out outfits for Christmas and New Year, so party wear, party dresses, nightwear and also winter clothing like jumpers, scarves, bobble hats, beanies, cardigans, coatigans, jackets, coats are still being looked for. So, make sure that you have plenty of images in those categories uploaded and labelled with as many of those words as you can.
You can also start to look at holiday clothing and outfits for when the weather gets a little warmer so make sure SS25 is flagged on your drops even if they’re not yet available until 2025 – If they’re not on sale until Jan or Feb then use the On Sale date field to flag this up. You can either add a specific date, 2/2/25 or if you’re not sure then you can use the text “available first week in Feb.”
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.
December Diary - Weeks/Months
December is all about Christmas and New Year events, but it’s also AIDS Awareness Month, Universal Human Rights Month, Decembeard, and No Gender December.
Additionally, there’s Kwanzaa (26th - 1st Jan).
December Diary - Days
18th – Stilton Day
19th – National Regifting Day
21st – Winter Solstice
21st – Super Saturday/Panic Saturday
25th – Christmas Day
25th – Hanukkah begins
26th – Boxing Day
31st – New Year’s Eve
How to get your brand in the media in January
January is all about fitness and health and getting back on track after a Christmas and New Year holiday break. So, clothes-wise it’s all about clothing for the gym and exercise, so make sure if you have anything relevant that it’s flagged up with keywords like fit, exercise and gym.
The monthlies are also starting to prepare for Valentine’s Day next month, so get any relevant clothes, accessories and gifts uploaded and keyword them with valentine. They’re also looking forward to next season so make sure anything SS25 is flagged on your drops.
Plus, as we’re still mid-winter there will still be searches for anything cosy, so pyjamas, slippers, coats, hygge, winter warmers, knitwear, scarves and everything warm.
January is also Veganuary (in 2024 over 1.8m people worldwide signed up for it! ) and it’s also Dry January so it’s a good idea to make sure you have vegan-friendly products and non-alcoholic products labelled on your media centre, plus anything that’s healthy that fits in with resetting your life.
If you sell gin and anything gin-related then it’s also Ginuary! It’s also Walk Your Dog Month, so anything dog-related would be good.
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.
January Diary - Weeks/Months
Houseplant Week (6th Jan – 12th Jan)
The London Textile Fair (14th Jan – 15th Jan)
Cervical Cancer Prevention Week (20th Jan – 26th Jan)
The Furniture Show NEC Birmingham (19th Jan – 22nd Jan)
Diary - Days
1st – New Year’s Day
2nd – Dry January searches peak
2nd – Hanukkah ends
3rd - Gym & Fitness Searches rise
5th – Twelfth Night
6th – Epiphany (Take your Christmas decorations down)
6th – Takeback Monday
6th – Divorce Day
7th - Orthodox Christmas Day
8th – Diet Searches peak
12th – Alcohol-free searches peak
14th - Orthodox New Year
17th - Ditch Your Resolution Day #DitchYourResolutionDay
20th - Have a Brew and Chat Monday/Blue Monday
20th – Health Food Searches Peak
20th – Martin Luther King Day (US)
21st – National Hugging Day (US)
25th – Burns Night
25th - Dydd Santes Dwynwen (St Dwynwen's Day)
26th – Australia Day
26th – Indian Republic Day
27th – Chocolate Cake Day (US)
27th – Holocaust Memorial Day (US)
28th – Data Privacy Day
29th – Lunar New Year / Chinese New Year (The year of the Snake)
29th – Valentine’s Day searches rise
31st – Tax return payments are due today
NB - All dates have been checked, but some events may change due to unforeseen circumstances or have not been fully confirmed for 2025 by the authorities controlling the event(s).
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