Holiday 2 @ Ann Taylor

Holiday 2 set at Ann Taylor and the festive looks continues! Last month we showed these windows with a few less elements. To elevate the presentation for the second phase of holiday they added snow, wrapped gifts, and additional props and risers. We really love the holiday charm here and think it's a nice way to entice shoppers. We hope you agree.

Black, White & Red All Over

We've seen the black, white and red color story before. Which is exactly why we had to stop and double take these windows at White House/Black Market.

Lovely trunks in the window along with

understated black beaded curtains and a sleek black lacquer panther gave us a reason to stop. Stop by and let us know what you think!

Holiday is here at Ann Taylor

Ann Taylor is ringing in the season with it's Holiday 1 set - seen here in NYC - and bling is the thing.

With a nice mix of 2D as 3D chandeliers, glitter wall paper, and hanging crystal garlands this seasonal install is setting the tone for it's winter festive wear. A little glitter as the days get darker helps brighten the spirits!

What's behind the curtain at retail?

Most of us think of curtains in the traditional sense with drapes of fabric used to give shade to our windows. In visual merchandising the use of a "curtain" can be widely interpreted and help lend excitement to a store window.

Here are a number of ways stores create a "draped window" - ranging from the traditional curtain to much looser uses of the word. Whether it's to tie in a color or pattern as The Gap has done to highlight it's gingham collection or to add visual interest as seen here with a beaded curtains at Sears Kardashian shop in shop.

Curtains, traditional or in alternative forms, are an effective and simple tool to add dimension to a visual presentation.