How to Make Your Store Window Sell

Creating a space to catch the attention of passers by is the result of a good mix of business know how and theatrical art.

Monday, December 5, 2011

The keys to Visual Marketing are very similar to theatre. Concepts such as "composition" and "scene setting" are essential for creating window displays and retail spaces where clients have pleasant "experiences" that trigger the intention to buy.

An article on the subject in Theslogan.com explains these key points using examples of successful window displays where the common factor is scene setting.

"What does it mean to ‘compose’ a window display? Composition consists of creating a picture that attracts attention, arouses interest and leaves a pleasant memory so that it becomes a memorable shopping experience for the customer. Many say that ‘less is more’ but in reality, the ideal is to set up scenes that the consumer can identify with and generate positive feelings towards the brand."

"Customers want to be surprised with various ideas which must be capable of touching their and trigger the act of purchasing."

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