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    Rituals

    Realising Retail Branding Success in the Middle Eastern Market

    Europe’s number one bath and body brand, Rituals Cosmetics, is expanding rapidly worldwide. As part of their global growth, Rituals needed to enter the Middle Eastern market in a way that resonated deeply with local consumers. Respecting traditions, building emotional connections, and remaining true to their brand values.

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    The Shift

    Rituals faced the challenge of expanding into a culturally distinct region without diluting their brand essence. More than just a translation exercise, they needed a thoughtful adaptation of their story, visual identity, and customer experience, ensuring relevance to Middle Eastern consumers while safeguarding their European brand DNA.

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    The Breakthrough

    Skyne delivered a comprehensive market adaptation strategy for Rituals. By combining deep local insights with brand expertise, we developed guidelines for cultural adaptation, visual identity, and communication strategies. The result: a smoother market transition and a brand that resonates with Middle Eastern audiences, driving Rituals’ successful expansion across the UAE, Oman, and Qatar. Since the localisation, Rituals was able to open 30+ stores in the Middle East.

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    Local Insights That Drive Real Connection

    Through an inspirational workshop with Rituals’ Head Office team and extensive market research, Skyne uncovered the nuances that influence consumer behaviour in the region. We have identified which aspects of Rituals’ brand story would build the strongest local emotional connections.

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    Strategic Adaptation Without Compromising Brand Integrity

    Skyne developed a local strategy and cultural adaptation guidelines, including Arabic typography integration and Ramadan-specific communication tools. We provided a tailor-made report outlining market opportunities and strategic priorities, ensuring a clear roadmap for entering the UAE, Oman, and Qatar markets.

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    Skyne developed a local strategy and cultural adaptation guidelines, including Arabic typography integration and Ramadan-specific communication tools. We provided a tailor-made report outlining market opportunities and strategic priorities, ensuring a clear roadmap for entering the UAE, Oman, and Qatar markets.

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    Building Long-Term Market Relevance

    Beyond the initial adaptation, Skyne continued to consult Rituals on ongoing market strategies and developed additional communication tools. The brand's successful Middle Eastern engagement stands as a testament to balancing global brand strength with local relevance.

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    Björn Floot

    Former General Manager Middle East at Rituals Cosmetics

    Skyne has supported us with the local adaptation of the Rituals Brand Book to ensure that our communication is in line with cultural specific requirements. It’s a great partnership which is essential for a successful launch of the brand in the region.

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    Dennis de Rond

    Founder Skyne

    Being in the region for such a long time gave us invaluable knowledge that allowed us to partner with Rituals to situate themselves seamlessly in this region, adapting the brand to the customs of the locals

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