Utrecht, 14 September 2023 - The organisers of the Retail Fair Autumn Edition 2023 at Royal Jaarbeurs look back on a successful event. On 10, 11 and 12 September, 2,814 visitors visited the autumn edition of the Retailbeurs, the place where retailers and representatives of top brands meet. Marieke Groot, fair manager: "The Beatrix building was buzzing as ever. Visitors were inspired by the latest trends and developments in marketing, e-commerce and consumer behaviour. They also bought well, had great conversations and made great contacts. Reactions from both visitors and exhibitors were laudatory."
"Our loyal and new customers ensured top sales this edition," says Jane Veenstra of importer Fairitems. The brands CLUSE, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Melano Jewelry and all the other 145 brands presented the new collections for the upcoming Jewels & Watches season. ''I have never left the Retail Fair so late. It was a long but very successful day,'' says Jeweller Pampus. Visitors could admire the 60 Fashion & Lifestyle brands, among others, during the fashion show. The 236 brands carried by the Kitchen & Dining, Home, Living and Design exhibitors also showed the new products and gave various demos and tastings to enthuse visitors. "We were very happy with the turnout and atmosphere there," Michiel Westerhuijs of RiD, Retail is Detail, told organisers.
This edition was not only about new brands, spotting products and sourcing collections, but also about getting inspired. For instance, the Trade Mart theatre hosted interesting lectures on the omnichannel landscape and consumer behaviour, among other topics.
With a growing number of visitors compared to the Autumn 2022 edition, consisting mainly of online and offline retailers, the organisers look back on a successful edition. The next Retail Fair Spring Edition will take place from Sunday 10 to Tuesday 12 March 2024 at the Beatrix Building of Royal Jaarbeurs in Utrecht.
