ClickZ Kitchenware Newsletter - 10.31.2024

PLUS: Kitchen collab of the ages—Harvey Jones lands in Heal’s iconic London digs!

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Sophie Bruxner-Randall
October 31, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes

Insight of the Week 📖

Couldn’t make it to Chicago for Shoptalk Fall? In this post, Jamie Bolton gives us a rundown of the key trends and strategies brands are betting on in Fall 2024: 

🔑 Invest in Brand: Investing in brand has never been more important. Full-funnel strategies on Paid Social are now crucial, allowing brands to both build awareness and drive conversions in-platform. As Kyle Leahy from Glossier puts it, “People want to be part of something bigger.”

🛍️ Go Omni for Growth: As D2C growth hits limits, embracing an omni-channel sales approach is key to staying resilient. Brands like Solo Stove and Chinese Laundry are leading with strategies that don’t replicate D2C on third-party retail, finding unique advantages in each.

✈️ Go Global: With lower CPMs and wide-open markets, the EU offers significant growth opportunities. Effective localization strategies are essential for US brands looking to expand abroad.

For a deeper dive, check out the full post here!

Niche Nuggets 🔎

Known for its high-quality and vibrant designs, Le Creuset has brought back its Halloween cookware collection for 2024, featuring pumpkin-shaped casserole dishes, serving bowls, and mini Halloween-themed plates. The standout is the pumpkin casserole dish, available in limited-edition colors like light blue chambray and artichaut green.

Global Knives celebrates its 40th anniversary with a limited-edition collection, showcasing premium Japanese craftsmanship. The collection includes a 6-inch Kiritsuke, a 7-inch Asian Chef's Knife, and a 3-piece set. Available in limited quantities, these knives honor the brand's legacy of quality and innovation for chefs worldwide.

White kitchen appliances are making a comeback, offering a fresh alternative to stainless steel. Pair them with the right colors to enhance their appeal. Consider these options:

  • Muted Greens: From sage to deep forest, these hues create a soothing, natural vibe.

  • Slate Blues: Mid-to-dark tones with gray undertones offer a timeless, calming effect.

  • Rich Browns: Whether in paint or wood stains, browns pair flawlessly with white for an organic look.

  • Burgundy: This rich, luxurious color contrasts beautifully with white appliances.

  • Dusty Pinks: Muted pinks with peachy undertones add elegance and warmth.

Embrace these colors to transform your kitchen into a stylish, inviting space.

Harvey Jones is opening a new flagship showroom at Heal's on London's Tottenham Court Road, marking a significant step in their brand refresh. This 670 sqft space on the lower ground floor aligns with their commitment to design excellence and craftsmanship, enhancing living spaces.

Vince Gunn, CEO of Harvey Jones, highlights the strategic importance of this opening, which follows refurbishments in Brighton and Hove and Chester. The partnership with Heal's, a historic name in interior design, reflects shared values of quality and enduring design.

Hamish Mansbridge, CEO of Heal's, expresses excitement about the collaboration, emphasizing how it extends their expertise into kitchen design, meeting evolving customer needs with comprehensive solutions for modern families.

Kettle Home, a furniture wholesaler, entered liquidation due to unsustainable shipping costs and supply chain delays. The closure led to 80 job losses and a creditor shortfall of approximately $5.2 million. Key creditors include HMRC and Cynergy Business Finance Limited, with significant debts remaining unpaid.

Performance Pulse 📈

Google Performance Max enhances eCommerce campaigns by utilizing multiple Google platforms, offering increased reach and automation. It provides an 18% conversion boost, real-time insights, and efficient ad targeting. Businesses should leverage audience segmentation and automated asset creation to optimize results, maximizing return on ad spend and campaign effectiveness.

Every performance marketing campaign can incorporate brand elements to reinforce brand identity, while brand marketing efforts can successfully leverage performance metrics to refine messaging and engagement strategies - but getting the balance right is where the magic happens.

Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) offers a suite of tools to enhance your campaigns. Use Amazon Ads for product visibility and create cost-per-click ads. AMC centralizes campaign management, providing near real-time metrics. For assistance, contact Amazon Ads; budget minimums apply. Cookies are used to improve services.

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