American Retail Newsletter

RETAIL AND DECOR NEWS FROM AROUND THE COUNTRY

A publication by OFF THE WALL COMPANY

Pantone's Color of the Year - 2026

The color of the year has been announced by Pantone. The selection for 2026 is an off-white or light gray shade called Cloud Dancer. Pantone's process of selecting The Color of the Year actually takes an entire year. Led by a team of color experts, the Pantone Color Institute, it travels the world observing influences across fashion, art, design, technology, and socioeconomic conditions. The color of the year for 2025 was MOCHA MOUSE

5 days ago2 min read

The History of a Historical Mural

Many of the retailers that Off The Wall partners with request that we find, produce, and install historical photographs in their stores. This is done for several strategic reasons that blend nostalgia, brand identity, and customer engagement. ShopRite - Mt.Ki sko, NY - by Off The Wall At the forefront of these reasons is the building of emotional connections with their local clientele. Historical images evoke nostalgia, triggering positive memories and emotions that make cust

Dec 12 min read

Holiday Trends in Retail for 2025

The 2025 holiday shopping season will be marked by cautious consumer spending, retailers such as Target Optical, Walmart, etc. reducing prices on many of their products, the ongoing rise of AI-powered shopping, and evolving payment preferences. Here are some of the key predictions Off The Wall was able to find on various Websites tracking what to look for this approaching holiday season. Target Optical - various locations by Off The Wall Economic Outlook: Slower Growth, Tight

Nov 193 min read

Vinyl Wall Coverings in Mannix's Newest ShopRite

Vinyl wall coverings have become an essential element in modern retail store design, offering both aesthetic appeal and practical advantages that align with the demanding requirements of commercial environments. Retailers with high walls and expansive vertical spaces face unique design challenges that vinyl wall coverings effectively address. In stores with significant overhead dimensions, the upper wall areas represent valuable visual real estate that can transform the shopp

Decor Design

Oct 202 min read

Trends in Retail Millwork and Shelving for 2026

Cabinets, display cases, and shelving designed and manufactured by Off The Wall focus on functional storage, both minimalist and ornate...

Sep 182 min read

Produce Sales in Supermarkets in 2026

Produce prices and offerings for the rest of 2025 and 2026 are evolving rapidly. Driving these trends are changing consumer preferences and technological advancements. Aldi - Various National Locations - by Off The Wall The fresh fruits and vegetables market is projected to experience significant growth at a rate of +5.14% from 2026 to 2032. This indicates there will be a robust demand in all fresh produce categories. Click here for more details McCaffrey's - Gladwyne, PA - b

Trends + Predictions

Sep 102 min read