Bridal

The Knot Worldwide Launches Inaugural Future of Marriage Report, Revealing More Than 70% of Gen Zers are Looking Forward to Their Wedding Day

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

The data shows that Gen Z is optimistic about the idea of marriage, but will approach weddings differently than other generations.

Key Points: 
  • The data shows that Gen Z is optimistic about the idea of marriage, but will approach weddings differently than other generations.
  • Below are some key findings from The Knot Worldwide Future of Marriage Report.
  • Forty-three percent of Gen Zers will be attending at least one wedding in 2023, and of those, 76% are looking forward to it.
  • Sixty-six percent of Gen Zers agree that their wedding day is or will be worth the financial investment.

Perfect Corp. Unveils Stacking Ring, Bracelet, and Watch Set Virtual Try-On Technology to Elevate True-to-Life Jewelry Shopping Experiences to the Extreme

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

The technology will allow consumers to virtually try on multiple categories – rings, bracelets, and watch – in stacking separately and at the same time, in one hyper-realistic AR view.

Key Points: 
  • The technology will allow consumers to virtually try on multiple categories – rings, bracelets, and watch – in stacking separately and at the same time, in one hyper-realistic AR view.
  • This cutting-edge VTO capability will allow jewelry brands to provide highly flexible and personalized virtual try-on experiences that are fully catered to shopper’s preferences, helping them visualize how different luxury products will look when worn together.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230913051939/en/
    Perfect Corp. Unveils Stacking Ring, Bracelet, and Watch Set Virtual Try-On Technology to Elevate True-to-Life Jewelry Shopping Experiences (Photo: Business Wire)
    In a groundbreaking leap forward, Perfect Corp.’s newest cutting-edge technology empowers users to embark on an immersive journey, trying on multiple rings, bracelets, and watch sets in a captivating live camera AR environment.
  • Perfect Corp.'s visionary approach not only bridges the gap between imagination and reality but also paves the way for a new era of personalized luxury retail experiences.”
    Experience the new stacking jewelry and jewelry & watch set VTO technology: https://www.perfectcorp.com/business/showcase/set

Sensormatic Solutions holistic loss prevention tools support retailers in escalating fight against theft and shrink

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Sensormatic Solutions , the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls , shows its continued commitment to supporting retailers through innovation.

Key Points: 
  • Sensormatic Solutions , the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls , shows its continued commitment to supporting retailers through innovation.
  • Datasets from throughout the store come together to put control back into retailers’ hands and inform more effective, holistic loss prevention strategies built on:
    Connectivity.
  • Sensormatic Solutions loss prevention portfolio empowers retailers with the holistic solutions they need to remain agile and effective in the face of rising retail crime.
  • The brand’s solutions are designed for easy adoption, helping retailers seamlessly integrate advanced hardware and software into existing loss prevention systems.

Rapaport Press Release: Diamond Prices Continue to Fall

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

The declines reflected weak retail sales in the US and China as well as competition from lab-grown stones.

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  • The declines reflected weak retail sales in the US and China as well as competition from lab-grown stones.
  • Rounds lost value at a sharper rate than fancies.
  • Fancy shapes usually trade at a discount to rounds, but as of this publication, the Pears Price List matched rounds in seven categories.
  • Okavango Diamond Company brought in $48.5 million for the same month, a 55% decline from July.

2023 Historic Hotels of America® Awards of Excellence Nominee Finalists Announced

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023

The historic hotels nominated include historic inns, boutique hotels, lifestyle hotels, and legendary resorts.

Key Points: 
  • The historic hotels nominated include historic inns, boutique hotels, lifestyle hotels, and legendary resorts.
  • We applaud the dedication and passion of the thousands of individuals working at these iconic and legendary historic hotels that keep the stories alive from the past and make staying or celebrating special occasions at these historic hotels memorable experiences.”
    Tickets for the 2023 Historic Hotels Awards of Excellence Ceremony and Gala are available.
  • To register for the full 2023 Historic Hotels Annual Conference, held October 9-12 and inclusive of the 2023 Historic Hotels Awards of Excellence Ceremony and Gala, click here .
  • Historic Hotels of America’s sister collection, Historic Hotels Worldwide®, also announced its nominee finalists for the Awards of Excellence this week.

Perfect Corp. Partners with Best British Skincare Brand, ELEMIS, to Bring AI-Powered Skin Experience to Customers

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Monday, August 28, 2023

Powered by Perfect Corp.’s award-winning AI Skin Diagnostic technology, the ELEMIS AI Skin Experience will provide customers with a detailed skin assessment, and match shoppers with the best skincare product regimen for their unique needs.

Key Points: 
  • Powered by Perfect Corp.’s award-winning AI Skin Diagnostic technology, the ELEMIS AI Skin Experience will provide customers with a detailed skin assessment, and match shoppers with the best skincare product regimen for their unique needs.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230828975627/en/
    Perfect Corp. Partners with Best British Skincare Brand, ELEMIS, to Bring AI-Powered Skin Experience to Customers (Photo: Business Wire)
    The AI Skin tool will be a mobile-only experience launching on elemis.com in the UK and US, with plans to expand globally in the coming months.
  • To begin, customers complete a questionnaire to provide information on their top skin concerns and goals as well as formula preferences for products.
  • The consumer is in control of the skincare regimen recommended to them.” said Stevie Journey, Senior Director of Omnichannel Digital Experience at ELEMIS.

Calling All Engaged Couples: Win the Chance to Work With Celebrity Fashion Stylist Maeve Reilly on The Knot Vendor Marketplace

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Thursday, August 24, 2023

On The Knot Vendor Marketplace , one lucky couple will win the opportunity to work with an A-list celebrity professional for their wedding.

Key Points: 
  • On The Knot Vendor Marketplace , one lucky couple will win the opportunity to work with an A-list celebrity professional for their wedding.
  • The campaign launches Thursday, August 24, featuring acclaimed fashion stylist and cover star of The Knot Magazine 2023 Fall Issue, Maeve Reilly .
  • The Knot Drops is an exclusive offering only available on The Knot, bringing once-in-a-lifetime opportunities for engaged couples to add celebrity professionals to their wedding vendor team.
  • From planners and florists to professional officiants and DJs, couples can turn to The Knot Vendor Marketplace to find their dream wedding team.

MEDIA ALERT: Want to Reach Gen Z? Matter to Host Free Webinar Revealing the New Rules of Consumer PR

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Matter Communications — a Brand Elevation Agency that integrates PR, marketing and creative services — is hosting Reaching Gen Z: The New Rules of Consumer PR, a free, live webinar on Thursday, September 7, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Matter Communications — a Brand Elevation Agency that integrates PR, marketing and creative services — is hosting Reaching Gen Z: The New Rules of Consumer PR, a free, live webinar on Thursday, September 7, 2023.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230823839518/en/
    Join Matter's consumer marketing and PR pros for a special webinar to learn important tips that will help brands stand out and authentically connect with Gen Z consumers.
  • They cannot be defined by a singular trait; however, Gen Z shares several behaviors when it comes to media consumption, brand loyalty and spending power.
  • Matter’s deep consumer expertise uniquely positions it to help brands adapt their programs to maximize the potential of this emerging audience.

Popshoplive Joins Forces with CommentSold to Debut the First End-to-End Creator Commerce Platform

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

The launch of the new Popshoplive platform, Popshoplive, powered by CS, coincides with the wide launch of CommentSold’s dropshipping capabilities, together resulting in a first-of-its-kind end-to-end creator commerce platform.

Key Points: 
  • The launch of the new Popshoplive platform, Popshoplive, powered by CS, coincides with the wide launch of CommentSold’s dropshipping capabilities, together resulting in a first-of-its-kind end-to-end creator commerce platform.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230822912628/en/
    “I am fervently dedicated to providing a seamless and transparent monetization platform for creators.
  • This enables them to track every transaction and own their customer base,” said Gautam Goswami, CEO of CommentSold.
  • By signing up for Popshoplive, sellers will gain access to:
    The industry’s most powerful creator marketplace - Popshoplive is known for its intuitive interface and ease of use.

Perfect Corp. Partners with The Beachwaver Co. for an Interactive Summer AR Filter Effect

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Tuesday, August 22, 2023

The virtual “Beachy Vibes” filter effect invites fans to immerse themselves in the Beachwaver brand through an AR try-on in the free YouCam Makeup app, bringing the Beachwaver Good Vibes hair care collection to life through a fun, interactive lens.

Key Points: 
  • The virtual “Beachy Vibes” filter effect invites fans to immerse themselves in the Beachwaver brand through an AR try-on in the free YouCam Makeup app, bringing the Beachwaver Good Vibes hair care collection to life through a fun, interactive lens.
  • “We are excited to continue our partnership with The Beachwaver Co. and bring to life their summery Good Vibes hair care collection through an immersive branded AR filter effect,” shares Perfect Corp.
  • I’m obsessed with the colors of our Beachwaver Good Vibes filter and love seeing it come to life through an interactive AR try-on!” shares Sarah Potempa, Founder and CEO of the Beachwaver Co.
  • Fans can experience the exclusive The Beachwaver Co. Beachy Vibes AR filter effect by downloading the free YouCam Makeup app today.