Wednesday, October 24, 2007

AM Inbox: In case you missed it, here’s why we’re the best

RetailEmail.Blogspot monitors the email marketing campaigns of more than 100 of the top online retailers. Here are highlights from our inbox this morning:

Macy’s, 10/23 — Save an extra 20% - a special thank you from our president
Macy’s breaks from their usual template with this email from President Kent Anderson. In it, Macy’s informs/reminds subscribers about improvements they’ve made, like better product pages and checkout. Many of the things listed were mentioned in prior emails, like the reorganization of their beauty department (see Oct. 1 AM Inbox), the introduction of furniture online (see July 30 AM Inbox) and the introduction of The Martha Stewart Collection (in a July 29 email). The different format of this email can break through the clutter and be a good reminder of reasons to shop with Macy’s this holiday season. It also shows that looking back through your email campaigns can be a good reminder of important developments at your company.

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Drs. Foster & Smith, 10/23 — Dog Holiday Store Sneak Peek
With Halloween falling off email marketers’ calendars, now’s the time when more and more retailers will make the shift to Christmas promotions. Drs. Foster & Smith is a good example of this; while their email last week had the subject line “Halloween Blowout Sale,” this week’s is a sneak peek at holiday goodies. Also notice the wish list banner. Pushing wish lists early in the season gives shoppers a place to store ideas until they’re ready to pull the trigger and either buy them themselves or share the list with others. This email also includes the announcement of a new monthly pharmacy email newsletter.

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Avon, 10/23 — UP to 70% OFF FALL COLOR + FREE Ship on ANY eRepresentative Order
Building up an impressive oopsy streak, this is the 25th time this year that Avon has offered subscribers a “free ship” in their subject line.

SUBJECTIVITY SCANNER:
Spiegel, 10/23 — Introducing our Holiday 2007 Collection + Make No Payments Until February!
Cooking.com, 10/23 — Free Shipping: Roasters & Thanksgiving Essentials
Harry & David, 10/23 — Scared? Don't worry – there's still time for Halloween gifts! Save 10% now!
KB Toys, 10/23 — Save on Halloween, Arts 'N Crafts, and More
FTD, 10/23 — Send Your Treat Today! Halloween Orange Mini Roses, Now Only $29.99
L.L. Bean, 10/23 — Free Shipping + "Wicked Good" Comfort
Norm Thompson, 10/23 — Stock up on bestseller foods...now back by popular demand!
CB2, 10/23 — extending hospitality
Nordstrom, 10/23 — FREE SHIPPING on Great-Fitting Boots (Details Inside)
Neiman Marcus, 10/23 — Isn't a diamond everyone's best friend? Shop now & enjoy FREE 2-DAY DELIVERY
Victoria’s Secret, 10/23 — Swim 2008 Preview! Plus, Save Up to $150 Online. Details Inside.
Ralph Lauren, 10/23 — Enjoy 30% OFF Create Your Own Collection
Crutchfield, 10/23 — New HD Radio gear & savings; plus TV and speaker offers

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