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Spring into Sales
As the weather warms up and foot traffic increases, spring presents a golden opportunity for retailers—especially those in tourist hotspots—
kritzerka
Mar 202 min read
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Unwrapping NYC's Retail Magic
The Retail Duo embarked on their annual December trip to the vibrant city of New York, seeking retail inspiration, exploring showrooms,...
kritzerka
Dec 19, 20233 min read
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The Duo in June: Chicago
The Retail Duo went to Chicago this June to attend NEOCON and RICE and check out what's trending in the retail and commercial design worlds.
kritzerka
Jun 21, 20234 min read
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Return to Office - The Ready Office Way
The return to work with a "ready office" approach. The Retail Duo are styling commercial offices with a residential touch...here's how!
kritzerka
Mar 11, 20232 min read
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The Value of Hiring a Merchandiser
In a time when people are cost cutting and scrutinizing budgets with a fine-tooth comb, it is understandable that a business owner may...
kritzerka
Dec 18, 20223 min read
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A Mid-Summer Trip to the Desert
July found The Retail Duo on the west coast in beautiful Palm Springs, Indian Wells, to be exact. Ideally this would be a perfect winter...
Diane Spiridoulias
Aug 6, 20223 min read
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The Future is Fungi (and other natural things)
Diane Spriridoulias & Karen Kritzer – The Retail Duo “Design is a connecting tool between people, economics and the environment - and out...
Karen Kritzer
Jul 23, 20223 min read
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Campaigns that Capture our Attention
The Retail Duo blogs about our current favourite campaigns focusing on inclusivity and diversity.
kritzerka
Jun 22, 20223 min read
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Showrooms Show You the Money!
SHOWROOMING - The Retail Duo are witnessing a shift in peoples thinking when it comes to how they approach sourcing, buying and networking.
kritzerka
Jun 1, 20223 min read
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The Retail Duo @ Interior Design Show
The Retail Duo breaks down some of their fab finds and other interesting observations at the Interior Design Show Toronto.
Karen Kritzer
Apr 10, 20223 min read
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Starting a Business - The Juice is Worth the Squeeze
Whens the right time to launch your business? The Retail Duo gives a little of first hand experience advice to wannabe entrepreneurs.
Karen Kritzer
Feb 24, 20224 min read
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Holiday Review - New York City
The Retail Duo took a quick trip to NYC for some inspiration, retail events, and client visits. With proper travel protocols in place it wa
kritzerka
Dec 23, 20212 min read
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The Retail Trio - Mentors Need Mentoring
The Retail Duo became The Retail Trio for a few short weeks in late October, early November. Through our 9-5 day jobs with Sheridan...
Karen Kritzer
Nov 16, 20212 min read
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Ready Office - A Finished Fresh Start
Taylor Co Ltd. asked The Retail Duo to join them in collaborating on some of their “Ready Office” spaces. Retail & Commercial Office spaces?
Diane Spiridoulias
Nov 4, 20215 min read
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The Real Ron Thurston & His Retail Pride
The Retail Duo has always been interested in connecting with industry experts and dynamic people. We reached out to Ron Thurston Author...
Diane Spiridoulias
Sep 19, 20215 min read
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Biophilia In The Retail Space -Guest Blog-
Tips for Choosing The Right Plants Your For Your Retail Environment By: Louise Campbell Lemon Tree Events @lemon.tree.events...
Louise Campbell
May 18, 20212 min read
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Biophilia & Why it Works in Store
Although it seems that people say they are either a plant person, or they are not, investigating the benefits of being on board with...
Karen Kritzer
Apr 11, 20212 min read
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Integrating Plant Life Into Retail Environments
One of the top and most refreshing trends in retail décor is adding plants and florals to the retail merchandising mix.
Karen Kritzer
Mar 28, 20212 min read
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STAYCATIONS – when you just can’t travel
Flights grounded or limited. Cruise ships in their ports. Quiet highways and closed borders. How has COVID-19 changed travel?
Karen Kritzer
Feb 28, 20212 min read
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A Glimmer of Hope
The Retail Duo explores why its important for retailers to push their Spring & Summer merchandise even in the dead of winter.
Karen Kritzer
Feb 28, 20212 min read
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