It happens every year: the Christmas countdown feels long in September, but suddenly October and November fly by, and he festive rush is at your door. For retailers in the mobility and daily living aids sector, this period is a…
As the festive season approaches, retailers are gearing up for one of the busiest shopping periods of the year. Families are looking for thoughtful, practical gifts – not just decorative ones – and the Uccello Kettle delivers both functionality and…
As we edge close to the Christmas season, UK stores are gearing up for the busiest period of the year. Families are searching for gifts that are not just thoughtful – but genuinely useful. The Uccello Kettle ticks that box:…
While the summer months can bring slower footfall across the UK high streets, they also present a golden opportunity: it’s the perfect time to rethink how your products are displayed – and how they’re performing. At Uccello Designs, we regularly…
Simple ways to keep sales strong—whether you sell online, in-store, or both Summer can be a quieter time in retail—but it doesn’t have to be. In fact, UK retail footfall dropped 1.7% year-on-year in May 2025, despite brighter weather—proof that…
As the UK population continues to age, buying habits are evolving—and so are expectations around what makes a great gift. For resellers in the mobility and daily living aids sector, this presents a significant opportunity: to position practical products not…
In an era where digital ads and influencer campaigns are everywhere, many shoppers still turn to a more traditional and reliable source of information: word of mouth. For local mobility and daily living aid retailers, personal recommendations can make the…
In today’s retail landscape, consumers are increasingly seeking gifts that combine practicality with personal significance. This shift is evident across various occasions like Father’s Day to everyday celebrations. The Rise of Practical Gifting Recent trends indicate a move away from…
The daily living aids market has changed—and so has your customer. Today’s older adults are not the same as they were 10 years ago. They’re more independent, more informed, and in many cases, more tech-savvy. They still value face-to-face service,…
For many independent mobility and daily living aid retailers, the start of 2025 has been challenging. Footfall in stores is down, and sales aren’t where they need to be. With Mother’s Day at the end of March, there’s an opportunity…
