Fable Design Co.

27/06/2024

Sustainable goods
Industry data shows that over a third of consumers would pay more for eco-friendly products, which tells us that there is a solid business opportunity around sustainable goods.
Perhaps that’s why Allbirds, a shoe company dedicated to using sustainable materials, was named a brand to
watch by Design Retail Online.

Fable Design Co.

22/06/2024

A co-op or community space
People like to be part of a group, and retailers have a unique opportunity to foster community through their physical space. One example is Deep Roots Market, which is a grocery store that also has community space and hosts in-store markets with local merchants.
Meanwhile, the outdoors retailer REI charges co-op members a one-time $25 fee for lifelong benefits including discounts, exclusive sales and store credit rewards for qualified purchases.

20/06/2024

Men’s grooming
Statistica data predicts the male grooming industry to be worth $29.14 billion by 2024 — up from $21.65 billion in 2018. It’s why we see online brands like Dollar Shave Club, Beardbrand and Harry’s reach popularity quickly. One thing brick-and-mortar retailers can do that those brands can’t is to create an immersive men’s grooming experience. Offer grooming services or consultations in-store and allow customers to touch, feel and smell your product to seal the deal.

20/06/2024

Microbrewery
Starting a microbrewery is not for the faint of heart. It’s also not for those that don’t dream, live and drink beer like it’s the water of the gods. But if this sounds like you then go for it! Even if it might seem like a saturated industry, the reality is that even though microbreweries are opening at a rate of two breweries per day, it’s just not enough for the demand the industry is seeing. Plus, all of this pent up demand means that you won’t have to worry as much about marketing. There’s a good chance that customers will be lining up to walk through your doors. So if you’ve been hesitant to follow your passion, let us just put this out there that this is the time to tap into a business industry that is perfect for a small town.