A market research forecast has stated that the UK is set to enjoy the best growth of Christmas sales since the beginning of the financial crisis. According to a report by market research specialist Verdict, consumers are set to spend at least 2 billion pounds more than they did in 2012. This is a rise…
As with so many other industry sectors these days, image is everything in the commercial/corporate arena. To be sure, any business organisation that is looking to do well must be able to exude a successful, professional corporate persona – especially in its office environs – as this will show potential clients (and recruits) that they…
Over the years, fashion retail has changed drastically. Up until the 1950s and 60s most fashion retail outlets were run by independent owners. Many offered a very personal service including basic tailoring. In the 1960s High Street chains began to be formed. During that time what was expected of fashion retail staff gradually changed and…