Tag Archives: Retail Touchpoints

Bluemercury’s In-Store Strategy

Bluemercury is a luxury beauty products and spa retail chain with stores in about 20 states and the District of Columbia. Macy’s acquired Bluemercury in 2015. Recently, Retail TouchPoints did a video interview with Barry Beck, Founder & COO, Bluemercury:  “With … Continue reading

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Merz Apothecary: A Chicago Landmark

Merz Apothecary is “a Chicago landmark (tour buses from around the Midwest make regular stops at the Apothecary) and a mecca for people who want unique and natural products for their bodies. The store sends packages to customers around the … Continue reading

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A Video Tour of Madam Tussauds New York

Madam Tussauds is a global phenomenon, with its entertaining chain of wax museums that focus on current and past realistic displays of well-known celebrities, world leaders, characters, royalty, and more. Here is a recent screen shot from the Web site … Continue reading

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