There is no doubt that the coronavirus pandemic has changed the landscape of the retail sector. Social distancing regulations and civil anxiety surrounding the virus mean that physical stores do not offer the same browsing experience as we would usually expect. Meanwhile, a growing reliance on online shopping has been boosted by instructions to remain at home as much as possible. The impact of COVID-19 and our new shopping behaviours have a profound effect on retailers. Changed buying experiences, falling and rising sales, and new consumer demands have defined an adverse year in retail. Here, we look at how customers…
Author: Natasha Bloom
Category pages are the spine of any e-commerce site. In fact, they’re one of the most important pages on the entire website. They give customers a reason to revisit your site and increase sales conversions by organizing your products into easy-to-find groups. However, designing a category page also has many challenges that must be overcome to create an effective design. Your categories need to be easy to find on your site while still looking attractive and professional. Furthermore, they should allow customers to easily browse through groups of related products without making it seem too chaotic. Here are four tips…
When you’re approaching your period, you’ll most likely be on the lookout for some giveaway signs that it’s coming. For some people, their period arrives like clockwork, and they can predict it with confidence. For others, however, it can sometimes come as a surprise. Because everyone’s body is different, some people find it hard to pinpoint the moment when their period is going to begin. The regularity of your periods might vary, but from your first period onwards, you will probably start recognising some tell-tale signs but even after years of having periods they can catch you off-guard! It therefore…
The lifting of the remaining COVID-19 restrictions can only mean one thing, right? A summer of love. Scientists have even predicted a social phenomenon similar to the roaring 20s, where parties, socialising, and love are on the top of everyone’s list of priorities. For some people, however, jumping headfirst into the dating pool doesn’t sound quite so simple. What’s holding people back? After over a year of online dating, video calls, endless messaging, or, in some cases, a total dating hiatus, it stands to reason that many will be keen to meet new people in person again. However, after so…
When the winter weather draws in, portable heaters are a saving grace. They offer an efficient method of heating a small area and many tend to opt for them as a less expensive alternative to switching the main central heating on (especially if you’re only getting cosy in one room). Gas heaters are particularly useful and decidedly more efficient than their electric counterparts, and they tend to work twice a fast. What’s more, the cost of gas is less than that of electricity, so it’s a clear win-win! Whether you opt for an LPG heater, there are plenty of safety…
Cycling is one of the UK’s most popular sporting activities, and its growth in the past year has been exciting. The government reported that cycling in our towns and cities had increased by 384 per cent between March and May 2020. The cycling community is welcoming this upsurge in pedal power, encouraging people to keep up this sustainable and healthy transport method. As the popularity of cycling increases, the need for cycle routes and infrastructure grows — especially in our cities. More safe passages and cycle paths can help to encourage cycling for all, from the fitness fanatics on mountain…
Be honest: how much sleep do you get? We all know that sleep is essential for a healthy lifestyle, allowing your body and mind to recharge. This is essential for your working life, ensuring that you’re always on top form when you clock in. But should we look towards our favourite celebrities’ sleep schedules to find the secret to success? Between Elon Musk and Martha Stewart, you may be asking how the rich rest. Here, we explore the sleeping habits of some of the world’s most successful celebrities and investigate whether imitating their night-time routines could unlock your true potential.…
With the advent of technology and the internet, online engagements continue to soar high especially for businesses. Many businesses are making millions of US dollars thanks to people like Victor Smushkevich that has invested a lot in digital marketing. His skills and experience in the field are worth using because they are enough to get businesses visible on online platforms. Search engine optimization (SEO) is at the centre of these efforts and Victor Smushkevich SEO solutions have helped many overcome the challenges of penetrating the highly competitive online markets. In that sea of companies, small businesses would hardly get noticed…
Here, we explore the history and culture of fashion at Wimbledon, investigating how clothing has progressed and what you should wear to watch the games. Fashion rebellion If other tennis tournaments allow players to experiment with their sportswear and clothing, Wimbledon is the place to rebel. For women, tennis has not only represented a place to enforce ideas of equality but also a place to fight back against taboos. Traditionally, the tennis lawn was one of the only places that men and women could freely interact. In this sense, tennis fashion for women was not about the practicality of playing,…
Fashion: Sustainability in clothing & shoes is an issue that has taken on greater importance in recent times. We all want to wear the latest styles and remain stylish, but the effect that buying new will have on our natural resources is no laughing matter. Sustainability is becoming more important as we are witness to the devastation being caused by the unchecked population growth across the world. A new line of environmentally friendly fashion is being made in the UK for the future. JD sport is a brand that is starting to make a statement and is doing so in…