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While live shopping has grown into a huge sector in Asia, the phenomenon has yet to see the same traction in Western markets, but the two tech founders hope the growth hacking skills they learned at Revolt can help power a UK live shopping startup that now has the trust of major investors. That confidence was evident in the $18 million Series A funding round that UK-based live shopping startup Tilt raised, led by Balderton Capital, and it seems to be backed by significant traction: The company claims to have gained more than 500,000 users since launching early last year.…

When it comes to where to get outfit inspiration, New York and London have always been at the top of our radar. But recently, we’ve noticed that some of our favorite fashionistas in the Big Apple are taking style cues directly from their London counterparts. How do we know? Because British brand ALIGNE frequently appears throughout their wardrobes. Think ultra-chic separates with impeccable tailoring, sleek silhouettes, and fashionable (but not too trendy) details.With fall fast approaching, we’re excited to see what new pieces this city-girl favorite brand has in store for our wardrobes this season. After scrolling through, we’re convinced…

Heather “Ms. J” Jefferson looked far and wide for a new location for her hair salon. Though she thought the downtown Salt Lake City shopping center was “nice,” finding space at City Creek Center seemed unlikely. Still, she made some calls.”It was like God’s timing,” Jefferson said. Jefferson was told City Creek had just opened a store.On June 1, four months after that initial inquiry, Jefferson opened BO Beauty Studio by Ms. J at City Creek Center, becoming the center’s first Black-owned business. The person who first told Jefferson about the store, City Creek manager Sheri Baker, a leasing agent…

As market digitalization accelerates, customer expectations are reshaping how we shop and pay, blending online and offline experiences into unified commerce. Digital wallets are rising in popularity, automated systems promise to simplify transactions, and innovations like tokenization, biometric authentication, and AI-driven fraud detection are enhancing security. The future of payments will hinge on consumer acceptance and the seamless integration of these new technologies into everyday life.Customer expectations are rising quickly as the market digitalization speeds up. The way we shop and pay for goods and services is changing as the online and offline worlds are increasingly merging into a holistic…

Earlier this year, CTO Realty Growth also acquired The Marketplace at Seminole Town Center in Sanford, Fla. Image courtesy of CTO Realty Growth CTO Realty Growth has acquired three outdoor shopping centers totaling approximately 1.2 million square feet for $137.5 million. The portfolio includes Carolina Pavilion in Charlotte, N.C., Millenia Crossing in Orlando, Fla., and Lake Brandon Village in Tampa, Fla. The previous owner of the property was SITE Centers, according to CommercialEdge. CTO Realty Growth’s recent sale of Jordan Landing in West Jordan, Utah, for $18 million has increased its real estate portfolio square footage by approximately 19 percent…

Town of Tonawanda resident and math coach Dana Cave had the opportunity of a lifetime to go on a shopping spree at Tops Market on Monday, with three minutes to fill her cart with as many items as she could and take it all home.But which items, and how do you get as many as possible in the shortest amount of time?After all, a successful three-minute shopping spree requires hours of preparation. Dana Cave ran through the meat section during a “Supermarket Sweep” style shopping spree at Tops in Tonawanda on Monday. Joshua Bessex, Buffalo News It all started with…

Amazon is wrapping up the summer ahead of Labor Day with a slew of sales with up to 58% off on home goods, fashion, beauty, tech products, and more. Popular brands like Staub, Kitsch, Bedsure, and Yankee Candle are currently marked down within the giant deals hub ahead of Amazon’s Labor Day sale. And as a shopping writer for Real Simple, I’ve already found my top eight picks, including cozy blankets, comfy lounge sets, scented candles, and other highly-rated bargains. Many of these items also have additional coupons available, with prices starting at just 8. Labor Day Weekend Early Deals…

Amazon is wrapping up the summer ahead of Labor Day with a slew of sales with up to 58% off on home goods, fashion, beauty, tech products, and more. Popular brands like Staub, Kitsch, Bedsure, and Yankee Candle are currently marked down within the giant deals hub ahead of Amazon’s Labor Day sale. And as a shopping writer for Real Simple, I’ve already found my top eight picks, including cozy blankets, comfy lounge sets, scented candles, and other highly-rated bargains. Many of these items also have additional coupons available, with prices starting at just 8. Labor Day Weekend Early Deals…

Customers take off their flip-flops, put on ski suits and gloves, and while it’s scorching outside the Madrid shopping mall, in the Snow Zone they ignore the summer heat and environmental concerns.At the Xanadu shopping centre, 20 kilometres (12 miles) south of Madrid, a cool breeze in the lobby and a polar bear at the entrance transport summer visitors to another world.The Snow Zone, which opened in 2003, features a 250-metre long ski slope covered in artificial snow and is open 365 days a year.The temperature outside is 34 degrees Celsius (93 degrees Fahrenheit) but inside the ski resort it’s…

A visit to a street market is a sensory frenzy: see artisanal crafts, smell the spices and taste the delicious food, all before your eyes. From India to London to Thailand, here are outdoor markets that will take you on a journey that will short circuit your senses. Camden Market, LondonIndependent vendors thrive in Camden Market(Image credit: Alex Segre/UCG/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)For 50 years, Londoners seeking unique clothing have been flocking to Camden Market. According to Condé Nast Traveler, it started out as a “beacon” for non-conformists before attracting “grunge lovers, rockers and hippies.” Despite its unprecedented popularity,…