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THE WORLD’S ONLY GLOBAL RETAIL AND LEISURE MAGAZINE

www.rli.uk.com SEPTEMBER 2023 ISSUE 184
SEPTEMBER 2023
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24 SPECIAL FEATURES 18 INSPIRED BY HERITAGE

GLOBAL FOCUS Originally launched in 1952 with the aim of producing wool
fabrics, AC&co. started its men’s fashion adventure in 2011
U.S. POLO ASSN.
INDIA’S POWER BRAND on the back of its experience in fabric production.
AC&CO. C&A NIKKI BEACH HOTELS & RESORTS 184
Inspired by Democratising A World of
Heritage Sustainable Fashion Possibilities
ADAPTIVE RETAIL SPACES | EXPANSION & FRANCHISING | INDIA | MARIE FRANCE VAN DAMME | PALL MALL BARBERS | SANA SAFINAZ | UK & IRELAND 20 DEMOCRATISING SUSTAINABLE FASHION
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Cover Story 18 Everything at C&A starts with purpose as they aim to inspire
people every day to look, feel and do good. RLI speaks with
Global brand U.S. Polo Assn. continues to look for CEO Giny Boer about the history of the business.
avenues and partnerships to expand into new global
markets and we catch up with J. Michael Prince to learn 22 STAYING TRUE TO THEIR ROOTS
more about their growth. Nikki Beach began life as the first and original luxury beach
club concept and they have now grown to become a
globally renowned hsopitality brand.
Editor’s 26 SIMPLE SOPHISTICATION
Foreword Not constrained by the fast pace of fashion seasons, Marie
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20 France Van Damme fuses European elegance with dramatic

Welcome back everyone, I hope you have all enjoyed some Asian aesthetics to create a distinctly unique collection.
time off over the summer (hopefully in the sunshine that has
decided to almost completely avoid the UK!) As we get back 28 FULFIL YOUR DESIRES
in to the swing of things in the RLI office, we bring you our In 1989, Sana Safinaz was born and the years since, the
September issue which has everything you need to get caught
up on everything in the world of retail and leisure. See you brand has become a pioneering luxury company. We speak
next month for our combined October/November edition. with CEO Uzma Munaf to learn more.
Till next time… 30 A DEN FOR MEN
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22 men’s haircuts and male grooming and has set the agenda
James Quinn, Editor Since 1896, Pall Mall Barbers has been at the forefront of
for style-conscious gentlemen for over 100 years.
Publisher’s 44 SPECIAL FEATURE - ADAPTIVE RETAIL SPACES
Comment Engaging Retail
Pop-Up shops offer brands a unique opportunity to connect
with customers on a human level and build a network of
loyal and engaged shoppers. Within this feature, RLI will
Well, it’s not been the greatest of summers here in the UK, take a look at a selection of unique examples from around
so I hope that you all managed to jet off somewhere nice
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for that much deserved R&R. As the nights draw in and the the globe.
kids are back to school, how about a really good read before
summer’s completely gone? Our September issue is out 26 48 VOYAGER - INDIA
and bursting with exciting features to get you fired up for a
busy few months ahead. This month’s Cover Story features Adapting to the Industry
U.S. Polo Assn. and with a multi-billion-dollar global Retail brands around the world are today eager to
footprint and worldwide distribution, we explore what
the future holds for this experiential brand as it continues participate in India’s growth as the fifth-largest retail market
to look for avenues and partnerships to expand into new in the world. These retailers are eyeing up space in the large
global markets, with its first foray into India. We talk to J. upcoming pipeline of Indian retail real estate developments
Michael Prince, President & CEO of USPA Global Licensing
the company’s ambitions. REGULARS as the country continues to grow its presence.
We explore the enormous potential for growth presented
by the franchising model, examining key routes to success
and best practice. We also take a look at Adaptive Retail 04 RLI MEETS - KENNY WILSON 34 DESIGN GALLERY
Spaces and the latest trends and innovative concepts that
are becoming more commonplace in the world of retail.
We have two Voyagers this Month, first it’s India where the 06 UK NEWS 36 LEISURE INSIGHT - JAMES LOGIE & JAMES BRADBURY
retail market has undergone a major transformation and
Global brands are eager to participate in India’s growth as
the fifth-largest retail market in the world. Finally we take 08 INTERNATIONAL NEWS 38 FIT-OUT GALLERY
a look at what’s happening across the UK & Ireland, in the
world of retail and leisure real estate.
On a final note don’t forget the closing date for all RLI 10 AMERICAS NEWS 40 SPECIAL FEATURE - EXPANSION & FRANCHISING
MENA Awards nominations is 1 October so hopefully
the summer has given you lots of time to prepare those 12 MIDDLE EAST NEWS 54 VOYAGER - UK & IRELAND
Award-Winning Nominations.
14 ASIA NEWS 58 EVENT PREVIEW - IGDS WDSS
Good Luck and Enjoy the read!

Jayne Rafter, Publisher 32 RETAIL INSIGHT - KYLE SPENCER 60 EVENTS PAGE

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