Fully Occupied Scoop: August 2022 Newsletter

Last Updated on February 9, 2023 by Morgan Beard

🏬 From DTC to Physical Retail

DTC brands are dipping their toes in the physical retail real estate model as brick and mortar real estate remains a valuable asset for retailers. Physical storefronts act as a brand building pillar, a community engagement channel, and a place to drive valuable customer experiences. DTC brands are viewing brick and mortar as the opportunity to drive brand affinity and expand their e-commerce sales.

🙋 Consumers Want In-Person Experiences

Retail trends: Customer centricity shift to stick
“And after months of online ordering and opening cardboard boxes, consumers recognized that physical stores offer benefits that no app or website can match: hands-on product demonstrations, easy pickups and returns, expert support and advice, convenience, and immediacy.” Deloitte

3 trends in retail you must know to attract on-the-go consumers
“Six in ten shoppers favor brands that have a physical location, and nearly eight in ten go to a store for items they want to enjoy immediately. Following a positive experience, 82% of shoppers return and 64% spend more each time they visit.” Retail Dive

The return of neighborhood retail and other surprising real estate trends
“Humans seem to love the concept of a traditional Main Street full of bustling, walkable local businesses. Even though the pandemic upended social and economic activity for more than a year, most agreed that IRL retail experiences are an essential aspect of modern life.” TechCrunch

🍦 So, What’s the Scoop?

The demand for in-person experiences is fueling the retail sector’s post-pandemic recovery. Shopping with friends, dining out, and engaging with a community is powering human relationships.

Yes, consumers want speed, ease, and convenience. But most of all, they want an emotional connection and personalized experience. Ultimately, brick and mortar retail is the key to that connection.

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