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Retail

Holiday Pop-Ups, 2015

With agile pop-up formats continuing to play a vital role in spurring brand engagement, temporary Christmas store concepts remain key this season. From tourist-centric relocations and festive edutainment to brand philanthropy and special insider access, we chart the spaces providing inspiration for 2016.

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8 Dec 2015
BY: Marta Mąkolska & Katie Baron
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