The Edit

Outdoor fashion is evolving fast, as brands like Salomon, Decathlon and Adidas x Stella McCartney blend performance, style and sustainability—driven by tech, AI and changing consumer values.

What started as a conversation about store openings turned into a deeper look at sustainability, community, and building a values-driven outdoor brand

Paul, Head of Property at The Perfume Shop, reflects on his journey from weekend retail shifts to overseeing 209 stores and championing sustainability. 

Jo, Head of CX & Product, shares her journey from web design novice to UX leader, reflecting on her passion for customer-centric design and leading major digital transformation projects.

Six key DE&I trends changing the face of retail in 2024, from women’s health and equal parental leave to personalised inclusion and the power of recognition.

Discover four retail trends for 2024, from AI to storytelling, with insights from Lululemon, Patagonia, Faire, and The Perfume Shop.

Nick Singh, Deputy Market Manager at IKEA Nottingham, shares how his people-first leadership and inclusive hiring approach are shaping culture and driving change across the business.

Karla shares her journey from Oxford Street to leading the buying team at The Perfume Shop, revealing the challenges, rewards, and purpose-driven approach that make her role both impactful and inspiring.

Explore four key trends driving retail loss prevention in 2024, including rising retail crime, AI-powered security, frontline staff safety, and the collective response from retailers like Co-op, The Works, and Tesco.

Explore six HR trends shaping retail in 2024, including mental health, AI, EVP and standout strategies from Co-op, Asda, Sephora and Nike.

Sarah, Employee Relations Lead at Signet Jewelers, reflects on two decades in HR. From her accidental start to leading a team that tackles complex cases with care and efficiency.

From retail operations to HR leadership, David shares how Rough Trade’s people-first ethos, cultural growth, and hybrid model shape the brand’s future.