Buying and Beyond
Welcome to the Buying & Beyond podcast, the podcast for all things Retail Buying...and more!
Join us, Kate & Lyns, buyers and best friends, each week for industry insights, stories and expertise from real people in retail.
Enjoy honest stories and conversations, retail therapy and learn bite-sized tips from us and our guests from across the industry.
- Season 1 starts with Becoming a Buyer - the background to how we started in the industry, what exactly is a Buyer, working your way up the ladder and the main meetings and tasks working in Buying
- Season 2 is all about Being a Buyer - leading a team, coordinating trips, working with suppliers, product & personal development and sustainability
- Season 3 takes us beyond just the direct Buying team - we introduce merchandisers, talk about designers and new trends, burnout & life coaching.
- Season 4 is where we are joined by more Retail Buyers and have also invited Retail Businesses to tell us their stories
- Season 5 continues with a fantastic assortment of Retail Buyers and Retail Businesses. We find out how they got started and what inspires & excites them about retail - plus we lift the lid on what Brands need and Buyers expect!
We are your modern day mentors; prepping Buyers of the future and empowering current Buyers. Our insights for retail businesses and entrepreneurs will shine a light on how to to build, grow, scale and pitch like a pro!
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Retail Reflections 19th September: New Trends, New Stores, New Energy
In this episode of Retail Reflections, your hosts dive into the latest happenings in the world of fashion and retail for the week ending September 19th, 2025. Despite a few real-life interruptions (tree surgeons and lingering colds!), the conversation is packed with insights and lively discussion.
Highlights include:
- A recap of New York and London Fashion Weeks, with standout moments from Valentino’s Studio 54 revival, Nicholas Arbor’s sculptural designs, and Colleen Allen’s cheeky lace skirt.
- The rise of playful, practical fashion—think chic raincoats, bold colors, and the return of blue eyeshadow and colored mascara.
- The resurgence of statement accessories, including chunky belts and pendant-style mini bags.
- Reflections on the evolving accessibility of fashion information, with more paywalls and less open coverage.
- Exciting new store openings: Laura Ashley’s flagship at Lakeside, Tyler’s expansion to Westfield, and Boo Avenue’s new Manchester location.
- The importance of experience-driven retail and the mood-boosting power of in-person shopping.
- Industry news: Moon Pig’s revenue growth, Claire’s potential acquisition, and the challenges facing UK retail, including economic pressures and the impact of AI.
- A discussion on the need for creative representation in Parliament and support for young talent in the fashion industry.
Tune in for a blend of trend analysis, retail news, and thoughtful commentary on the future of shopping and fashion careers.
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