Trends - The Robin Report

Tariff Shockwaves

Tariffs jolt retail as Wall Street bets on TACO, but with no clear plan, costs rise, layoffs loom, and global tensions shake long-term strategy.

Gen Z women reject male-gaze fashion, embracing bold, individual styles that prioritize autonomy and self-expression over traditional norms.

Gen Z’s nostalgic trend demands authenticity—retro fashion, second-hand style, and real throwbacks. Nostalgia-washing won’t work.

Chinese brand ANTA is challenging Nike in the U.S. with NBA stars, edgy design, and basketball focus—more cool brand than budget sneaker.

Boomers, not Gen Z or millennials, are ditching malls—next-gens want retailtainment, chill vibes, and lifestyle-aligned, memorable experiences.

Tourism in China is booming on Instagram, but Hong Kong’s social media fame isn’t converting into retail spending.

U.S. retailers face declining sales as international tourist visits drop due to trade policies, border issues, and shifting global travel trends.

Discover how Gen Z to Boomers shop differently. Uncover generational shopping habits and what retailers must know to stay competitive.

Retailers must act on PFAS risks as regulations tighten, lawsuits rise, and demand grows for safer, PFAS-free products across all categories.

Retail is no longer about sales—it’s about immersive, lifestyle-driven experiences that blur the lines between shopping, dining, and entertainment.