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Dheeraj Kumar
2024-2607-0001-0035
Executive Summary
The study highlights the need for visual merchandising to enhance sales performance
and customer satisfaction. Suggestions are to redesign the store layouts, change
window displays regularly, improve lighting to increase the visibility of products, and
utilize creative signage to promote the offer. Moreover, interactive and personalized
This study analyzes the contribution of visual merchandising in driving sales of
western wear at Max Visual elements will strengthen customer engagement and can
elevate the shopping experience while assuring consistent growth in the western wear
segment.
Chapter – 1 – Introduction
“To study the effect of visual display merchandising in sales western wear in max
fashion”
The major determinant of the influence on customer behavior and the growth of
retail sales is visual merchandising. Since western wear is trend-oriented, the brand
needs attractive and effective presentation to catch the consumer eye.
Max Retail is one of the leading brands in the apparel industry offering western
apparel. The
market and consumer preference keep changing with time and becomes competition
in the market.
Elements that consist of the design of the shop, lighting, display in windows and
placing of products influence consumers purchasing.
Problem Statement
The major factor that determines customers' buying is through visual merchandising,
which influences purchasing, in many aspects such as fashion categories like western
wear. Max Retail presents various merchandising techniques and methods, including
store designing, lighting,
product designing, and display, but the particular effect of western wear sales is yet to
be researched. To make an apt improvement in store presentation, improving the way
how visual merchandising impacts the consumer's purchasing decisions is a necessity
for increasing the sale.
The objective of the present study is to explore the impact of visual merchandising on
the sales. of western wear at Max Retail. It would emphasize visual strategies like
store layouts, lighting, product layouts, and display, that focus on how they shape
buyer choice. The research would look to providing practical insights that might help
Max Retail refine their merchandising approach further to enhance the in-store
shopping experience and eventually generate sales for western wear products.
The most important determiner of consumer purchasing decisions and sales is visual
merchandising, especially in the fashion retail industry. Therefore, Max Retail needs
to use effective
This study is important because it seeks to explore how visual merchandising impacts
the sale of the western wear segment. Knowing this will enable the study to give
valuable insights that can help Max Retail improve its in-store displays, strengthen
customer engagement, and increase sales. Such findings will be of immense help to
the company in fine-tuning its merchandising strategies to be competitive in the retail
industry.
Research Objectives
Examine the impact of store layout on sales in western wear at Max Retail.
Identify the impact of window displays on customer footfalls and sales in the western
wear category.
1. Identify the dominant visual merchandising drivers that can help increase western
wear sales in Max Retail
2. Identify the association of customer involvement with visual merchandising and purchase
intent in western wear
3. Provide suggestions on fine-tuning visual merchandising strategies to boost sales of western
wear.
Max is providing apparel and foot and accessories for men, women and children at
affordable prices yet quite stylish. After its debut in 2006, the brand
has grown with its stores now crossing over 300 across India and the Middle
East. Among the popular western wear categories, the. In a competitive retail
environment, Max Retail uses visual merchandising to enhance the shopping
experience, drive sales, and meet the evolving preferences of customers, especially in
the western wear segment.
Market Size
Market cap: as of 7 nd Dec 2024, Max India market cap stands at ₹1,049.05 Cr.
Max Fashion plan is to enter over 50 new store additions and scale up to
around 550
stores by year-end 2024. The company intends to upgrade stores, establish world-
class
experiences, and turn the stores into massive fashion destination stores.
Market share
Website traffic
Revenue
Competitors
1. Domestic Competitors:
FBB: Affordable fashion for the family from the house of Future Group
Westside: Stylish own labels for the urban and middle-income segment.
2. International Competitors:
H;M: Fast fashion that is affordable, trendy, and available to urban youth.
3. Online Competitors:
4. Regional Players:
V-Mart & Vishal Mega Mart: Fashion at affordable prices in smaller towns
and rural areas.
of GDP and is predominantly a mix of both traditional and organized retail. The latter
is rapidly increasing. Retail is equally vital in driving consumption in
China, even though its contribution is mostly measured through aggregate consumer
spending metrics.
Sector Composition
There are several main segments in the fashion retail market according to product
types,
price range, and the target group. The most important of these are:
Apparels:
Casual: Wearables that are to be worn every day such as jeans, t-shirts and
lounging clothes.
Formal: Wears for work such as suits, office wears and occasion-based wearables.
Footwear:
Accessories
Jewelry Starting from simple fashion wear to the costliest gold, silver, and diamonds.
a specific segment!
Segment-Wise CAGR:
1. Clothing:
Casual Wear: Growth at 3-7% CAGR, reflecting a preference for comfort and
versatile styles.
o Formal Wear: A slower pace at 3-5% CAGR, as demand shifts towards casual and
hybrid workwear.
This is the fastest-growing segment with 8-10% CAGR led by increasing health
awareness
Sustainable Fashion
product diversification.
1. Reasonable Price: Max Fashion appeals to a section of people, more so the mid-
income
3. Fast Fashion Model: Max ability to create trendy collections quickly can keep the
customer
1. Reasonable Price: Max Fashion appeals to a section of people, especially the mid-
income
3. Fast Fashion Model: Max's ability to produce trendy collections quickly can
keep the
4. Omnichannel Retail Strategy: With physical stores and a strong digital platform,
shopping becomes handy for the customers.
5. New Market Explorations: Entering cities such as tier 2 or tier 3 cities in emergent
markets allows Max
6. Product Diversity: - Has products for men, women, children and thereby expands
its base and footfalls in the shop.
7. Urbanization Trends: - The more urbanized the population is, the more towards
organized
retail the market tends to move and that bodes well for brands like Max Fashion.
De-growth Catalysts
1. Economic Challenges: - During recession, lesser disposable incomes can easily
lead to fewer
2. Intense Competition"
Fierce local and global fast-fashion chains have cropped up with equal brands all
offering
With every growing consciousness of environmental and related consumer issues with
fast
- Increasing raw material and logistics costs, as well as those associated with retail
operations,
It can also bring down profit margins, mainly for the price-conscious brands.
5. E-commerce Adoption:
This may bring issues such as a delay in or unavailability of products that will bring
down the sales.
1. FDI in the Retail Sector: 100 percent FDI in single brand retail; easy expansion.
2. Capital Access: FDI provides capital for investment in stores, technology, and
supply chains.
4. Market Expansion: Foreign investment eases entry into new, untapped markets.
The barriers to entry are not too high, but the task of building a recognized brand and
maintaining an
However, the growth in demand for sustainability-friendly material may increase the
supplier
bargaining power.
There are thousands of brands selling nearly identical products with virtually the same
price
ranges and trends, allowing the consumers easy access over to another brand.
4.Threat of Substitute Products
5.Competitive Rivalry
Very High-Fashion retail has so many competing firms, major and minor in the
contest of getting the share.
1. Political
Tax policies, such as GST rates and import duties, are directly related to product
pricing.
Government schemes like *Make in India* promote local sourcing in support of the
mission of
Trade regulations affect raw material and finished goods supplies in the supply chain.
2. Economic
- Inflation swing coupled with unstable currency exchange rates can also drive up the
raw material prices that may not help the firm to adopt an appropriate price structure.
3. Social
- Younger consumers want fashionable and affordable clothing, which is the heart of
the brand.
- The family-friendly approach by the brand resonates with Indian shopping habits,
where all age groups are catered to under one roof.
4. Technological
- E-commerce has helped Max Fashion strengthen its online presence and expand the
outreach.
- Technology in the supply chain ensures efficient inventory control as well as timely
deliveries.
- Digital marketing tools like social media campaigns help Max Fashion reach the
tech-savvy
customers.
5. Environmental
- The growing awareness of the consumer about sustainability is forcing the brand to
adopt
- The fast fashion model is further criticized for its environmental aspect, which is
forcing better
- Regional climate variations also affect Max Fashions seasonal collections and
inventory
strategies.
The following consumer protection laws, among others about quality and fair price of
a
product, would help increase the trust factor and thereby loyalty.
The e-commerce law or regulations such as privacy rules of data and guidelines on
online
1. Customers
Max Fashion caters to middle-class families and young customers who care about the
latest but
price-conscious fashion. Urban shoppers are rather more particular about
contemporary designs, whereas
home town buyers are interested in ethnic designs. The growth of online shopping
habit compels the company
2. Competition
The brand competes here with Reliance Trends, Pantaloons, and Lifestyle in the
budget
fashion segment. International fast-fashion brands like Zara are indirectly competing
for
the high-pricing segment. E-commerce players Myntra, Ajio, and Flipkart have added
competition for Max Fashion due to diverse variety and frequent offers.
3. Suppliers
Max Fashion uses local suppliers for manufacturing to minimize costs; it is a Make in
India
initiative. Supplier networks are robust, ensuring deliveries well in time and
maintaining good
production costs.
4. Intermediaries
The brand operates a vast network of physical stores across metro cities and smaller
towns,
online marketplaces enhance its omnichannel strategy. Effective logistics and delivery
5. Employees
Max Fashion has retail teams, corporate groups, and digital specialists. Ongoing
training
programs improve the service level to customers and allows for operation at higher
efficiency levels.
As with any other retail business, employee retention is still a challenge, particularly
for store roles.
6. Enjoying an excellent reputation for affordable and stylish wear, the brand reaches
out
Max Fashion entered India in the year 2006 with the idea of providing fashionable,
yet affordable wear for
families. The company first launched its store in Bangalore, targeting the rising
market's
Over time, Max expanded its reach to cater to customers in urban, semi-urban, and
smaller
towns, thus becoming a well-known name in the value fashion segment. Its strategy
was
offering a wide variety of stylish clothing and accessories at affordable prices, thereby
online presence, ensuring greater convenience and accessibility for its customers.
Today, the
brand operates over 400 stores in India, building a loyal customer base through
quality,
women, and children. The brand was introduced in 2006 by the Landmark
Max is a value fashion leader with over 400 stores across the country. The brand
caters to
footwear. Its casual wear and ethnic styles cater to everything, making sure
Max Fashion is one that has been able to merge international fashion trends with
Indian taste, giving consumers a mix of the best styles at unbelievable prices. In
addition,
the
excellence in the provision of quality customer services. Key posts in a store include
1. Store Manager
- Responsibilities: sales, staff, inventories and making sure set targets on stores and
their
customer services.
Position: Supports the store manager with day-to-day activities in the store.
- Duties: They supervise employees, take care of customer complaints, and manage
operations
3. Department Supervisors
or kids.
4. Sales Associates - Position: They are involved directly with customers on the
floor.
- Responsibilities: Handling of the receipt, responsible for the checkout system, and
account balance.
6. Stock Assistants
7. Visual Merchandisers
The responsibilities are, therefore, designing product displays with alignment toward
brand
Max. Its differentiated affordable fashion product for Men women as well kids are
provided hereunder by
products sold by the firm relative to the Company with information concerning their
product
along with Service:
1. Clothes
a. Men
Casual T-Shirts, shirts Jeans, chinos, Short. Suits, Trousers Blazer and Shirt.
women
- Formal Wear: Office wear including blouse, skirt, trousers and dresses.
- Activewear: Leggings for the gym, sports bras, and fitness tops.
2. Accessories
- Shoes and its kind: different shoes, sandals, boot, and slippers, and so on. Kinds
for men, ladis, and children. .
- Storage Solutions: Baskets, boxes, and organizers of various sizes for home.
4. Services:
- Styling Help: In some stores, customers get styling help from stylists.
1. SWOT Analysis
Strengths:
Weakness:
- Intense competition with similar retailers like Reliance Trends and Pantaloons. -
Opportunities
Threats:
Inflation and logistics would be the cause of variation in the supply chain cost.
These are casual products under Max Fashion's affordable trendy collection
which consists of casual
Wear, ethnic wear, and kids' clothing. These are the most popular products,
which are growing
day by day because the demand for affordable fashion is increasing day by day in
both urban and
semi-urban areas. The reason Max Fashion can still keep producing fashionable yet
affordable
Basic tees, jeans, and formal-wear offerings are the Cash Cows of Max Fashion.
While they own
is less dynamic because there is lower market growth from a more stable, mature
customer
base. Cash Cows offer steady revenues for brands with relatively little expense to
Max Fashion premium lines and luxury collaborations can be classified under this
category. Although the premium segment of India is growing, still Max Fashion has a
lower market share in that segment. It will have to invest more in brand awareness
and customer acquisition to be the more important player in this growing sector.
Known as dogs. These are product lines not in much demand and with minimal
revenues. In that regard, Max Fashion must re-evaluate or delist similar products to
have for re-orientation.
3. 4Ps / 7ps Marketing Mix
1. Product: Max Fashion offers wide clothing lines for men, women, and children
such as casual
wear, ethnic wear, and active wear. The company is dedicated to quality products that
are
budgets.
2. Price Focusing on the affordability aspect, Max Fashion uses a pricing strategy that
guarantees customers get great value for money. This ensures that people can afford
the
3. Place Max Fashion has made significant investment in a large number of retail
shops in malls,
high streets, and other popular shopping points. Along with this, they also have a
strong
website and sell through leading e-commerce platforms, making accessibility for the
customers
It gives attractive discounts to its customers during sales events and festivals.
Maintaining loyalty programs that attract repeat customers and ensure retention.
5. People Max Fashion values customer service as it hires trained staff to guide the
shoppers and make the shopping worthwhile.
The brand also cares about customer feedback, which it uses to improve its offerings
and services
continuously.
6.Process To maintain a smooth running, Max Fashion has an efficient supply chain
that ensures
timely collection releases. The company's website is easy to use and enables
users to easily
browse and shop for products and then return them with ease.
7. Physical Evidence
Max Fashion stores were designed to make shopping an enjoyment. From the display
at the
store, departments that are organized, packaging that is branded, all the way to
branded signage, visual consistency and
A. Introduction Stage
Max Fashion came to the Indian shores in 2006 with the Landmark Group. At that
time,
The company opened stores in major cities, which helped it build a base.
- The early marketing strategies were more about affordability and trendy designs for
the price-sensitive market.
B. Growth Phase
The brand was able to reach the Indian middle class. This stage included:
- More promotional activities with celebrations and loyalty rewards to attract and
retain the customers.
C. Maturity Stage
Max Fashion has entered the maturity stage in its life cycle in India. The features of
this
- Strong brand recall, especially among price-sensitive customers who are seeking
- A strong push towards e-commerce to compete with the new-age digital-first fashion
retailers.
D. Threats Ahead (Potential Decline) Since Max Fashion hasn't yet reached the
decline stage,
International players like Zara and H&M, and Indian domestic players selling
similar merchandise.
Trend towards online shopping and convenience-led platforms like Myntra and
Flipkart
The desire of customers towards sustainability and luxury fashion, thereby pulling the
demand
1. Affordable Style for Everyone Max Fashion is known for affordable fashion and
style with a
price tag that suits a pocket. It has paved the way for budget-conscious shoppers who
would not
compromise on fashion.
The brand offers collections for both men and women and children too. Their
collections
include casual wear, ethnic wear, activewear, and formal wear, so it is a complete
one-stop
Max Fashion is always updated on what is changing in the trends and time to time
introduces
new collections so that the customers get up-to-date designs according to their taste.
With an excellent presence in both metro cities and small towns, Max Fashion is well
accessible
to the customers from all walks of life across the country. This extensive network
ensures that the
Max Fashion delivers easy shopping through offline store and online website. Product
are accessible on the web and can be linked to the e-commerce websites too.
The brand establishes its value proposition by offering incessant sales, festival offers
and
membership rewards. Such offers provide more savings and lead to repeated
purchases.
7.Family Shopping
Max Fashion is special in that it caters for the clothing needs of all family members.
That is a
big plus for families as it helps shop under one roof for men, women, and kids.
8.Quality First
Max Fashions products, at affordable prices, stand parallel to quality and comfort.
That is what
6. McKinsey 7S Framework
1. Strategy
Max Fashion's strategy emphasizes offering fashionable and affordable clothing
to the masses
2. Organization
The company functions through an organized structure that exists under the Landmark
Group: Strategic management of corporate decisions
- Regional managers and teams at the store level empowered to respond to local
needs.
3. Systems
- Lean supply chain keeps the stores replenished with new stock.
- They possess high technology that helps operate their e-commerce site, hence easy
shopping.
- They have mechanisms for obtaining feedback from customers, with which they
change their products and services.
4. **Shared Values
5. Style
Management style entails cooperation and customer-centric mindset:
-The leadership fosters innovation and flexibility in the direction of the market trend.
6. Employees
Max Fashion Retail, Corporate, and digital employees are the workers; the store
workers, being able to provide a warm and welcoming shopping experience, are
equipped to deliver it.
- The corporate team oversees the strategy, product development, and logistics.
7. Competencies
It is strong with its supply chain and inventory handling competencies in order to
ensure fresh stock.
1. Research Objective
Assess the role of visual merchandising on selling western wear in Max Fashion
through the arrangement of the store and also the display of the products, as well as
the overall
aesthetics.
Specific Objectives:
To find out how customers perceive the store display and its influence on buying
increase sales.
2. Research Design
Type of Research: Descriptive Research: To find out the attitude of the customers
towards
visual merchandising.
sales statistics.
Methodology:
Qualitative Methods:
Store manager interviews to know more about the current visual merchandising
practices.
Quantitative Methods:
Secondary Data: Company records, sales performance reports, and industry research.
Sampling:
Target Group: Shoppers buying western wear in Max Fashion stores, urban and semi-
urban
Sample Size: 37 respondents from different cities who give a representative sample
Key Constructs:
* Window displays.
* Shelf displays.
* Mannequins.
- Dependent Variables:
- Control Variables:
- Seasonal patterns. -
5.Theoretical Background
Relevant Theories:
- Organism: The customers' emotional and cognitive responses when they are
subjected to
such elements.
- Outcome: The behaviors of examining the area, sampling products, and buying.
- Show that aesthetics has an impact on the way consumers decide to buy or not buy
something
decision to purchase.
5. Conceptual Framework
Key Components:
1. Input:
- Visual merchandising factors like displays, lighting, layout, and thematic designs.
2. Process:
3. Output:
This questionnaire has been specifically designed for the research study on how visual
merchandising impacts the sales of western wear at Max Fashion in India. Below is
the
Define Objectives:
The primary purpose of the questionnaire is to gather the experience of the customers
regarding
different visual merchandise aspects and how these diverse factors influence their
choice,
buying, and decision-oriented activities towards western wear in the store Max
Fashion.
2. Identify Constructs:
- Categorical Questions: To get the demographic information and the buy frequency
4. Word Questions:
Each question has been prepared very cautiously to be lucid, concise, and aligned
with the objectives of the research. The questions have also been framed with an
aspect of easy reading and as relevant as possible for the recipients of the survey.
5. Locating Questions:
- Body Section: Questions that are related to visual merchandising elements and their
behavior
impact.
improvement.
Prep the questionnaire. Pilot testing with a small sample size of respondents, about
10–15 to check
Final version must be optimized for maximum efficiency of data collection, ensuring
it aligns well with the research objectives, avoiding any ambiguity or redundancy.
Research Hypotheses:
These hypotheses attempt to find out if visual merchandising has a significant impact
on the decisions of customers to buy western wear at Max Fashion, India:
- : Store layout does not have a significant effect on the ease by which customers can
find
- : Store layout has a significant effect on the ease by which customers can find and
buy
western wear.
-: Mannequins are used significantly more with customers buying western wear.
- : The clarity of product details (e.g., size, price) does not significantly influence
customers'
- : In-store lighting does not significantly enhance the shopping experience for
customers
purchasing western wear.
western wear.
- : The number of visits to Max Fashion has a direct relation with the amount of focus
on
The hypotheses are restated to ensure that they are unique and specific for your study
on the
impact of visual merchandising on western wear sales at Max Fashion. Feel free to
request any
1. 18-25
2. 26-35
3. 36-45
4. 46-55
5. 56+
1. Weekly
2. Monthly
3. Rarely
4. First-time
1. Window displays
2. In-store signage
3. Product quality
4. Recommendations
1. Mannequin displays
2. Product demonstrations
3. Digital displays
4. In-store events
5. Social media promotions
1. Very important
2. Somewhat important
3. Not very important
4. Not at all important
6.How would you rate the clarity of product information (price, size, etc.)?
1. Excellent
2. Good
3. Fair
4. Poor
7. How often do you notice in-store displays or promotions when shopping at Max?
1. Always
2. Often
3. Sometimes
4. Rarely
5. Never
8. Do you feel the store layout makes it easy to find what you’re looking for?
1. Yes
2. No
3. Neutral
10.Are the mannequins and product arrangements inspiring you to make a purchase?
1. Always
2. Sometimes
3. Rarely
4. Never
11.Do you find the use of seasonal themes in Max’s visual merchandising appealing?
1. Yes, always
2. Yes, sometimes
3. Neutral
4. No, not appealing
12. How would you describe the overall cleanliness and tidiness of the store?
1. Excellent
2. Good
3. Average
4. Poor
13.Do you prefer self-service displays or assistance from staff to explore products?
1. Self-service
2. Assistance from staff
14. How important is it for the store to regularly update its visual merchandising?
1. Very important
2. Important
3. Neutral
4. Not important
15.Do you feel Max Retail’s visual displays reflect the latest fashion trends?
1. Yes, always
2. Sometimes
3. Rarely
4. Not at all
Frequency
Percentage
18-25
14
34.15%
26-35
11
26.83%
36-45
21.95%
46-55
7.32%
56+
9.76%
Grand Total
41
100.00%
The largest age group in this survey is the 36-45 age group, with 34.1% of
respondents falling into this category.
The most common response is "Monthly," with 41.5% of respondents shopping at
Max Retail that often. Weekly shoppers account for 36.6%, while 14.6% of
respondents have only shopped at Max Retail once.
Digital displays are the most attention-grabbing visual merchandising element, with
31.7% of respondents finding them most appealing. Mannequin displays and product
demonstrations follow closely, with 26.8% and 24.4% of respondents respectively. In-
store events are the least impactful, attracting only 9.8% of respondents.
A combined total of 63.4% of respondents found the store layout either "Very easy"
or "Somewhat easy" to navigate. 22% found it "Difficult," while 9.8% were "Neutral."
There were no responses indicating "Very difficult."
A significant majority of respondents (70%) feel that the store's lighting enhances their
shopping experience. 15% feel it doesn't, while another 15% are neutral.
A combined total of 65.8% of respondents find the mannequins and product
arrangements either "Always" or "Sometimes" inspiring to make a purchase. 31.7%
find them "Rarely" inspiring. There were no responses indicating "Never."
A combined total of 72.5% of respondents find the use of seasonal themes either
"Always" or "Sometimes" appealing. 10% are neutral, and 17.5% find them not
appealing.
A combined total of 80.4% of respondents found the store's cleanliness and tidiness
either "Excellent" or "Good." 14.6% found it "Average." There were no responses
indicating "Poor."
A combined total of 70.8% of respondents find Max Retail's visual displays either
"Always" or "Sometimes" reflect the latest fashion trends. 22% find them "Rarely"
reflective, and 7.3% find them "Not at all" reflective.
Chapter – 5 - Findings and Conclusion
Well-designed and attractive displays in Max Fashion stores are major attention
grabbers for
the customers, making the shopping atmosphere appealing and increasing footfall.
Placing western wear in the store in a way that groups outfits by style or occasion
makes it
Mannequins
Bright, well-lit displays and attractive color scheming enhance the visual presentation
of
western wear, making the merchandise more attractive to the eye and perceived value.
Seasonal themes and promotions for western wear, such as summer styles or winter
collections, have been proven to really work well with customer demand and
maximize sales during specific periods of the year.
A well-arranged store layout with a section for western wear keeps the entire
The shopping process is seamless and prompts the customers to spend more time
within the store and to
discover more.
Unified visual identity across brick and mortar stores and online mediums guarantees
a consistent brand identity and appeals to technology-inclined customers.
preferences, as popular display items often indicate emerging trends and high-demand
products.
Suggestion
This is to keep the windows looking fresh and in tandem with the season, keeping
them lively
and interesting.
Add a digital display or signage in the store that will promote outfit ideas and styling
for
western wear.
Themed Displays
Create innovative themes like "Casual Fridays" or "Party Ready" to attract eyeballs
and
give customers targeted options for events.
Display new arrivals and limited editions in a prime location to create a sense of
urgency.
wear section.
Popular colors and the trending colors will be incorporated on displays in order to
appeal to younger crowds.
Place accessorized merchandise such as scarves and belts side-by-side clothing, and
enable the customer to purchase additional items
Technology-Based Strategies
Add QR codes on in-store displays that would lead customers to online catalogues,
styling guides, or videos for better interaction with the customer.
Augmented reality features that will enable customers to see how an outfit will look
before buying
Organize the western wear section with clear category labeling and uncluttered
displays for easy navigation.
Ensure that customers can easily find sizes and styles to make the shopping process
smoother.
Incorporate Sensory Elements Use background music and subtle fragrances in the
western wear section to create an enjoyable
shopping environment.
Conclusion
Visual Merchandising of western Wear at Max Fashion: Max Fashion western wear is
known to have greatly boosted customer interaction and sales promotion. Buying
decisions are highly reliant on the usage of displays, proper product positioning on a
display, an interesting and attractive theme, and technology-based new age solutions.
Keeping visualization up-to-date, attractive, in-store/online experience, and being
responsive to customer opinions can definitely make a huge impact towards
Maximizing the effectiveness of the buying environment of Max Fashion.
Managerial Implication
along with new and innovative forms of visual merchandizing tools such as digital
screens
Teams can focus on the development and implementation of new themes that are
aligned
The store staff, the visual merchandising teams, shall be trained to understand that
psychology
behind the buying behaviours of customers as well as how effective displaying
improves the
sales.
Regular workshops shall conduct so that employees might learn about the art of
making
Sale data must be used to know what kind of visual merchandising strategies work the
best.
Technology Application
Utilization of all sense factors such as lights, music, or perfume that are capable of
making the experience feel warm and memorable.
A proper in-store visual has its equivalent online campaign as well as vice versa that
help achieve brand cohesion across the channel.
conversion rates in sales, about the adequacy of the efforts that go into visual
merchandising.
Regular evaluations will help know which to continue and which to improve on.
Sustainability
2. Internship – Responsibilities
In the internship at Max Fashion, during the period of internship, the core jobs were
the following:
Sales Support: Assist the selling force to realize sales objectives via product
presentation, stock management, and a clean look of the shop.
Visual Merchandising: Help the staff ensure the shop is attractive via adherence to
principles on the products and the seasonal marketing campaigns.
- Data Handling: Help in these areas; track sales, create easy reports and perform
other tasks.
- Product Knowledge: Know the style and new products available to improve
communication with the client
- Morning Team briefing during which objectives for the day are established, assigned
work is done, promotions.
- Afternoon: Tend to customers, restock merchandise, and have the displays up and
presentable.
- End of Day: Administer stock, switch the displays of products, and process
administrative
- End of Day: Sales reports, inventory reports, customer service feedback summary.
- Knowledge:
- Familiarity with the products available at Max Fashion and current fashion trends.
processes.
- Skills:
Attitude:
Knowledge:
Skills:
- Customer service skills were enhanced by ensuring that customers found what they
needed and
Teamwork and communication skills were developed due to constant interaction with
staff.
Attitude
- Adjusted well to new roles, tasks, and challenges during the internship.
6. Learning Outcomes
Customer Interaction Skills: The capability of relating better to the customers through
better understanding their needs and delivering suitable solutions.
Time Management Ability: Capability to juggle numerous tasks while being focused
and meeting set goals in the day
- Innovative Ideas: Found ways to enhance visual merchandising and the layout of the
store to create a more efficient and enjoyable shopping experience.
Reference
Wikipedia
Marketing book by kotler