• For Buyers
    • Retail News
    • Products & Suppliers
    • Ecommerce
    • Marketing & Management
    • Trade Show News
  • For Suppliers
    • Supplier News
    • Marketing & Management
    • Importing
    • Manufacturers
    • Warehousing
    • Finance
    • Show Exhibiting
  • Wholesale 101
  • Trade Show Calendar
  • Wholesale Products
  • New Suppliers
Facebook Twitter Instagram
Wednesday, February 1
  • Subscribe
  • Submit Content
  • About Us
    • Contact Us
  • Advertise
    • Display Advertising
    • Email Marketing Campaigns
    • Newsletter Advertising
    • Sponsored Content
    • Lead Generation Services
  • Top Product Sources
Facebook Twitter Instagram
WholesaleCentral.com Blog
  • For Buyers
    • Retail News
    • Products & Suppliers
    • Ecommerce
    • Marketing & Management
    • Trade Show News
  • For Suppliers
    • Supplier News
    • Marketing & Management
    • Importing
    • Manufacturers
    • Warehousing
    • Finance
    • Show Exhibiting
  • Wholesale 101
  • Trade Show Calendar
  • Wholesale Products
  • New Suppliers
WholesaleCentral.com Blog
Home»For Buyers»Retail News»A Look Ahead: 2019 Retail Predictions
Retail News

A Look Ahead: 2019 Retail Predictions

PublisherBy PublisherJanuary 17, 20193 Mins Read
Facebook Twitter Email
Share
Facebook Twitter Email

2018 was a wild year for retail. Just a few years after the “Retail Apocalypse”, brick and mortar retail is experiencing a “Retail Renaissance” with more and more online brands opening popular physical storefronts. This complete 180 has turned much of the narrative around ecommerce replacing traditional retail on its head. Increasing competition from startups and independent brands, combined with high consumer demands will continue to push retailers of all sizes to be more innovative. Here’s just a taste of what’s in store for the year ahead:

All About the ‘Gram

Instagram will continue to dominate retail conversations. Stores will keep striving to create an Instagram-worthy appearance and create experiential popups. But most notably, shoppers will continue to buy more and more products directly through the app, making it a retail powerhouse for actual sales as well as marketing for both physical and digital retailers.

Loyalty Programs and Steady Revenue Streams

Amazon Prime is arguably the most successful loyalty program in history. And more and more retailers such as Dollar Shave Club and Fab Fit Fun are succeeding with the subscription model. In 2019, retailers will continue to experiment with revenue models that both drive loyalty and increase buying frequency to stand out from the competition.

Payment Flexibility

In 2019 we will see more retailers offer installment and payment plans targeting cash-strapped Millennials. Many payment providers offer plans where the retailer gets paid instantly, and the customer pays in interest-free installments. These plans provide a wider audience base and more sales for retailers, while also making purchases easier for customers, especially those that avoid traditional credit cards.

Treat Yo’ Self

During the holiday season, more shoppers than ever splurged on themselves in addition to, or sometimes instead of, holiday gift for others. Throughout 2019 we will continue to see shoppers, especially Millennials, spend increasing amounts in the health, wellness, and beauty categories.

Digital Driving Brick and Mortar

In 2019, digital brand experiences will continue to drive shoppers to stores. Far from replacing stores as was the fear a few years ago, ecommerce is an asset to physical storefronts. Social media posts from pop-ups and experiential retail experiences will motivate casual browsers to visit stores for themselves, a la the Glossier flagship.

BOPIS Finally Gains Traction

Throughout the holiday season, we saw BOPIS (buy online, pickup in-store) finally take off as a way for crazed holiday shoppers to navigate brick and mortar stores. BOPIS is a way for shoppers to ensure they will get the product that they want before leaving the comfort of their home, without having to wait for shipping. Best of all, this is an easy tactic that many indie stores are joining in on by letting shoppers claim products over social media. In 2019, we will continue to see BOPIS gain traction and be a driver for in-store sales.

January 2019 Issue trends
Share. Facebook Twitter Email
Previous ArticleHow to Profit from Seasonal Overstock and Returns
Next Article Halloween & Party Expo Preview

Related Posts

5 Essential Tax Season Preparation Tips

January 24, 2023

Technology to Prepare Your Store for the Future

January 19, 2023

Winning With General Merchandise

January 18, 2023
Sign Up for Buyer Updates
WholesaleCentral.com

Join the Buyer's Network

Get news & updates only for retailers.

Latest Posts

Overstock Liquidations

January 25, 2023

5 Essential Tax Season Preparation Tips

January 24, 2023

Top 10 Closeout & Liquidation Suppliers

January 20, 2023

Technology to Prepare Your Store for the Future

January 19, 2023

Best Video Marketing Tips for Retailers

January 19, 2023

Winning With General Merchandise

January 18, 2023
how-to
Product News

Overstock Liquidations

January 25, 20236 Mins Read

Overstock inventory refers to the excess goods or merchandise that a retailer has on hand…

Retail News

5 Essential Tax Season Preparation Tips

January 24, 202310 Mins Read

Are you ready for tax season? April 18 is approaching quickly, and many day-to-day decisions…

Wholesale 101 for Buyers

How to Create a Google Business Profile

January 18, 20236 Mins Read

Looking for new ways to get your brand noticed? Creating a Google Business Profile can…

Retail News

Using Color Theory in Window Displays to Increase Foot Traffic

December 1, 20224 Mins Read

by Melissa Stivale While we do not often stop to think about how much color…

  • About Us
  • Subscribe
  • Contact Us
  • Advertise
  • Find Wholesale Sources
WholesaleCentral.com

Join the Buyer's Network

Get news & updates only for retailers.

Follow Us:

Copyright © 2023. Sumner Communications, Inc..

Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.