Experience Retail Now
CONTENTS
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Vol. 142, No.9
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FROM THE EDITOR VMSD EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD THE GOODS
New in New York Private label for C-stores? IKEA’s green power Expert panels at IRDC Upcoming events Furniture
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In-store technology
Creative visionary Rob Forbes
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F E AT U R E S
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KIDS PLAY
American Eagle’s 77kids is a fun place to shop for children and parents alike. VMSD’s 2011 Retail Renovation Competition winners reveal designs that reconnect with shoppers. Whole Foods Market’s recipe for success earns it the VMSD/Peter Glen Retailer of the Year honors. Antique fabrics become stunning in-store graphics for a German fashion boutique. Special report on how C-stores are improving their image with new designs and service offerings.
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FRESH STARTS
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TWO HALVES MAKE A WHOLE
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Exclusives in September
FRY GUYS
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HISTORY LESSON
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THE NEW CONVENIENCE
Former McDonald’s execs introduce a new, fast-casual burger format called Tom & Eddies
IT’S A WINNER
On the cover Whole Foods Market’s inspired store environments are tailored to local markets and full of colorful displays and design details, including this location in San Francisco.
COVER PHOTOGRAPHY: DAVID WAKELY, SAN FRANCISCO
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of VMSD - September 2011