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Fashion behemoth H&M pioneers a revolutionary store concept in Manchester, transforming storefronts into pop-up style spaces during renovations. The approach ensures customer service continuity while modernizing the retail experience, blending physical and digital realms. Concurrently, H&M is amplifying its footprint in India, targeting growth in emerging Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities.
While the larger unit is being rebuilt, H&M will redesign the front of its stores and offer carefully curated capsule collections in pop-up style areas. Customers can also enjoy convenient in-store services like click-and-collect lockers, exclusive online activation space, and personalized offers for H&M members.
This new concept is being initially tested at H&M's Market Street location in Manchester. Despite the ongoing reconstruction, the store will be intermittently open over the coming months, with plans for a full return later this year. Currently operating 201 stores across the UK and Ireland, H&M aims to enhance its growth strategy by integrating physical and digital channels, creating a seamless and holistic customer journey.
In addition to the store concept, H&M will expand its presence in India with six new stores opening in the next few months. With 51 stores in 26 cities, the global brand plans to increase its reach to 57 stores across 29 cities, focusing on expanding in Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities through online and offline stores. H&M recognizes the potential in these cities and views India as an important market for its rapid growth.
Yanira Ramirez, the country sales manager of H&M India, emphasized the positive reception of H&M Home by Indian consumers, attributing it to the brand's offering of quality products at affordable prices. Additionally, India serves as a significant production market for H&M Home.
Overall, H&M's innovative store concept and expansion plans reflect its commitment to providing customers with an engaging and seamless shopping experience in both physical and digital spaces.
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