Styling Memorabilia the Right Way in Your Retail Space

Having memorabilia in your retail space can make a shopping experience compelling and help you stand out. Being able to display it correctly and have these unique items tell the customer a story is a goal to strive for as a retailer. Read on how Specialty Store Services can incorporate memorabilia in their retail fixtures, Read More …

Perfect Your Fitting Room Setup

When you walk into a fitting room, it looks like a disaster, and that can ruin your entire shopping experience. Making sure your customers see the ideal fitting room can be a small detail but greatly impact their feelings around your brand, which could even lead to increased sales. Read more in this blog on Read More …

Does Try-Before-You-Buy Actually Work in Retail?

The concept of “try before you buy” is becoming increasingly popular, considering the different sizes of online shops that offer it. Consumers want to be more committed to the product they’re about to purchase, so why wouldn’t they try before they buy? Read more on the psychology behind this newer trend and how you can Read More …

Gross Sales vs. Net Sales for Retailers

As a retailer, it’s your job to understand all the details of sales and the metrics that come with it. Even if you just run a small boutique, it’s important to understand the difference between net and gross sales. Once you have them figured out, it can help your overall business strategy. Read on for Read More …

100 Best & Worst Practices Every Retailer NEEDS to Know

Navigating the retail landscape can be challenging, with numerous factors influencing success. To help you on this journey, we’ve compiled a comprehensive list of 50 essentials every retailer must be doing and 50 practices to avoid. These valuable tips will guide you in starting, running, operating, and profiting from your retail business, while also highlighting common mistakes Read More …

Best Ways to Showcase High-Margin Products

High-margin products are one of your best assets as a retailer. If you’re trying to maximize your revenue, honing in on these kinds of products can allow you a higher profit potential. This blog will discuss the best ways to showcase these products and how to attract high-value customers and boost your bottom line.   Understanding Read More …

Finding Your Competitive Advantage as a Retailer 

Knowing your competition is everything in the retail world. With technology and the internet, competitors everywhere can find out what’s trending as soon as it happens and mimic it in their own stores. It’s very fast-paced. Knowing how to beat or be different than your competitors is the advantage a lot of businesses think is Read More …

Shopping Carts Ultimate Guide: Types, Benefits, and Downsides

When it comes to retail environments, the shopping cart significantly influences the shopping experience. From metal and plastic to large bin and small bin, each type of shopping cart offers distinct benefits and downsides. This comprehensive guide explores the various types of shopping carts available, their advantages, and their potential drawbacks to help you make Read More …

Retail Marketing Campaigns to Heat Up Your Summer Sales

Summer is right around the corner, and not only do customers want to get rid of the winter blues, but retailers do as well! Summer tends to have more foot traffic, impulse purchases, and shoppers mainly looking for better shopping experiences. This is a golden opportunity for retailers to target these specific audiences and create Read More …

The Art of Colors: How the Right Palette Can Open Wallets

Colors can tell a lot about a store and, mainly, a brand. They can evoke emotions, moods, feelings, and, most importantly, purchasing decisions. As a retailer, it’s in your best interest to know which colors provoke what emotion and how to incorporate them in your store. Luckily, Specialty Store Services is here to help guide Read More …