This year’s Valentine's Day will be one to remember - as couples find alternatives to the traditional dining at restaurants to celebrate the occasion during lockdown. There’s likely to be an increased focus on in-home celebrations, which will have the potential to boost seasonal food and drink, and alcoholic drink sales. Takeaways are also expected to see a boost for the day as households try to recreate the special occasion at home. But retailers will also have the opportunity to cater to singles who are looking to treat themselves this year, as trends in the wider market have focused on self-care.
Key issues covered in the report:
Analyst comment - How UK retailers are helping Valentine celebrations at home
An overview of the latest UK retail sales – Impact of COVID-19
Highlights of the latest UK retail trend observations
Sector Focus – Clothing Retailing
Monthly UK retail news headlines and analysis
This year’s Valentine's Day will be one to remember - as couples find alternatives to the traditional dining at restaurants to celebrate the occasion during lockdown. There’s likely to be an increased focus on in-home celebrations, which will have the potential to boost seasonal food and drink, and alcoholic drink sales. Takeaways are also expected to see a boost for the day as households try to recreate the ...
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Nick joined Mintel in 2014. He has a BA (Hons) in History and a MSc in International Retail Marketing and has previously worked in Retail for Jones Bootmaker and Barratts.
Analyst comment - How UK retailers are helping Valentine celebrations at home
