We compiled these trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range October 1, 2024 to October 31, 2024. October 2024: Balancing Caution with Holiday Optimism In October, consumer engagement remained steady, showing resilience in the face of economic pressures. While inflation and high borrowing costs led some shoppers to be more […]
We compiled these trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range September 1, 2024, to September 30, 2024. September 2024: Consumers Remain Cautious Consumers remained cautious in September. Traffic was up for many brands, however faced with persistent inflation and high borrowing costs, consumers continue to limit discretionary purchases. While some […]
We compiled these trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range August 1, 2024, to August 31, 2024. August 2024: Navigating Economic Shifts August presented significant challenges for many retailers, as the market landscape continued to evolve. Brands found themselves grappling with intensifying competition, driven by an economic climate that has […]
Guten Tag! Join J.Schmid President Brent Niemuth from Weimar, Germany, the birthplace of the Bauhaus School of Design, where the iconic principles of “Less is More” and “Form Follows Function” were born. At J.Schmid, these philosophies guide everything we do. Whether you need impactful design for your website, catalog, direct mail campaign, or advertising, we […]
As a creative agency, we often get asked “Where do your ideas come from?” The truth is that sitting behind a desk makes creative ideas harder to come by. For real creative inspiration, it’s important to change your view. Get up, get out of the office, take in a sunset, or simply take a walk. […]
We compiled these trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range July 1, 2024, to July 31, 2024. July 2024: Consumers Watch Their Wallets Consumers exhibited caution with their spending in July. Although there was an increase in sessions for many retailers, this did not translate into higher sales, with order […]
We compiled these trends from over 100 brands, comparing year-over-year data for the date range June 1, 2024, to June 30, 2024. June 2024: Summer Boost: Rising Consumer Engagement The apparel sector shows strong demand compared to other industries experiencing subdued or stable demand. Despite this, all sectors saw increased consumer engagement in June. The […]
How to Stand Out in the Wild West of Discounts Black Friday is one of the most competitive times of the year for retailers, with every brand vying for a share of the consumer’s attention and wallet. For CMOs, the pressure to make this Black Friday strategy the best one yet is always top-of-mind. While […]
Logo Evolution or Logo No Go? Redesigning a logo is a monumental task not meant for the faint-hearted. From the font choices to the use of graphics to choices of color and style, this critical piece of a brand identity conveys much about your brand at a glance. So, it’s important to spend time and […]
