Australian Centre for Retail Studies

• Child “pester power” on the rise

  Friday, 18 February 2011 | by Michelle Hammond

  New research reveals a high degree of brand awareness among Australian children, with around half using “pester power” to persuade parents to purchase... Read More
  
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• iPads and electric pets top Christmas wish lists

  Monday, 20 December 2010 | by Michelle Hammond

  Retailers have revealed the most sought-after gifts this Christmas, with iPads, electric pets and eBay items topping the list. Read More
  
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• WeGoLook ventures into unseen territory

  Monday, 22 November 2010 | by Michelle Hammond

  As more and more of us head online to do our shopping, we sacrifice the luxury of viewing items in person. Read More
  
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• Start-ups on alert as Westfield launches online shopping

  Tuesday, 16 November 2010 | by Michelle Hammond

  Westfield Group is the second major Australian retailer to launch an online shopping platform, following David Jones’ move into eCommerce earlier this... Read More
  
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• Consumer ‘lipstick effect’ set to impact start-ups

  Sunday, 14 November 2010 | by Michelle Hammond

  Start-ups looking to break into the fashion industry have been told to be aware of the ‘lipstick effect’ sweeping through the retail sector. Read More
  
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