The majority of fashion brands are growing to incorporate a number of lifestyle products and services in order to satisfy growing consumer demand, so the new retailer Arket from H&M aims to target this cross-section within the market.
Arket is purported to be a retailer that will provide products for women, men and children as well as items specifically for the home. The brand will offer a house label as well as other products from outside brands in order to bring consumers a spot to shop that doesn't require going around from retailer to retailer.
The new retailer from H&M is specifically targeted towards the Millennial consumer as a way to merge high-end items with lower-end offerings to find a balance for shoppers.
Arket is set to launch in London in late summer.
Fashion Lifestyle Retailers
H&M is Set to Launch the New Retailer Arket in Late Summer in London
Trend Themes
1. Lifestyle-centric Retail - The integration of lifestyle products and services is a growing trend in the fashion industry, presenting opportunities for retailers to cater to the diverse needs of consumers.
2. Multi-category Retail - The emergence of retailers offering a wide range of products for different customer segments provides convenience and eliminates the need for shoppers to visit multiple retailers.
3. Millennial-targeted Retail - Targeting the Millennial consumer with a blend of high-end and affordable offerings presents an opportunity to capture the preferences and buying power of this influential demographic.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion Retail - Fashion retailers can explore the integration of lifestyle products and services to enhance customer experience and expand their market reach.
2. Home Goods Retail - Retailers specializing in home goods can collaborate with fashion brands to offer a diverse range of products and capitalize on the growing demand for lifestyle-oriented shopping.
3. E-commerce - E-commerce platforms can leverage the trend of multi-category retail by partnering with various brands and curating an extensive product assortment to provide convenience and a one-stop shopping experience for consumers.