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My finished window display

I added a few extra details as it looked quite plain and I thought the books looked quite cool as they are very Harry Potter themed… the background has all the different colours from Harry Potter in.

This will be one of the windows that Liberty present at the front of the store.

It will tell a story as you walk along and each window will be from each book.

I have chosen to do Harry Potter and the philosopher’s stone as the sorting hat plays the part of choosing which house they all go into.

Window one- sorting hat

Window two- the basilisk

Window three- the prison of Azkaban

Window four- the goblet of fire

Window five- the wall with rules on from umbridge

Window six- the horcrux

Window seven- harry vs dumbledore

Each of these windows will represent something that Harry has defeated throughout.

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A more detailed version of my window display.

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My initial idea for my window display with a Harry Potter theme includes the sorting hat which is a vital prop in the film. It will be displayed on a cardboard stand with the grifindor colours (deep red and a mustard yellow). the walls will be wallpapered on and there will be a brown wooden frame around the mini display. this is a mockup i made of my design. I am planning on adding some window stickers to the window for some more detail.

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This Lego sorting hat gave me an idea for my design so I think I want to incorporate that into my window display.

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I then saw the Harry Potter collection in Waterstones and noticed they had a lot of toys related to the Harry Potter series. International harry potter day is on the 2nd may 2025 so I have decided to use Harry Potter to use inside my window display.

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On a recent trip to Trafford centre I found some Liberty x chillys collaborations in Waterstones.

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Types of window displays

Open window display

These type of window displays can sometimes look cluttered however it gives the customer a chance to look inside the store through the window.

Closed window displays

This window display is great if you want the attention to be solely focused on the display without having a distracting background. It is also good as you can have interesting wallpaper and shelving.

Semi-Closed Window Displays

These give customers a chance to see some elements of the store however still concealing some of it. It’s also affordable and can be changed easily.

Corner window displays

These displays give customers the opportunity to see the display from two sides of the store and really sets a visual drama in the window display. How ever this could not be possible in my liberty window as they do not have anywhere this could be displayed around the store.

Images and information from this website.

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Important factors for window displays

Lighting is key

Colour pallet that is going to be used

What story does it tell?

Who is the target audience?

What props will be on display?

What is the vocal point?

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This on trend windows by Liberty is chaotic and trendy at the same time!!!! Liberty VM team say, “There is currently a trend for mixing animal print that runs through both fashion and homewares. We wanted to embrace and celebrate this eclecticism but add a modern twist; layering House of Hackney colour tones and patterns, and mixing traditional furniture with quirky and playful styling elements”

Image and quote found from Liberty’s website

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Window displays at Liberty

I researched into what other window displays Liberty have created and it seems that they go all out every time!! One of their most recent summer displays was called “home of the artistic shopper”.

The team stated…

“WE WANTED to CREATE WINDOWS that WERE PLAYFUL and FUN to ENGAGE with, PEERING from ROOM to ROOM and FINDING MAGIC in EVERY NOOK and CRANNY”

And that’s exactly what they did!

Here’s a photo of some of the window displays they created for this theme.

Images sourced from Liberty’s website

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Pandora window display in Trafford centre!

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When I was in selfridges today, I saw this mini glass frame that was inside a cabinet in the diptyque section. I thought it was very unique and I love the crazy wallpaper used on the inside. It is a different way to show products off that I have never seen before.

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These lights used in the ZARA display are breathtaking!!! It is really fitting for their Christmas display as it just stands out so much. You can never have too much sparkle at Christmas!!!

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Visiting Trafford centre today, I saw some inspiring window displays like this one in Abercrombie and fitch. I love how they have hung the logo from the ceiling so it is 3D. I am considering using this in my window display.

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S/S 25 Colour trends

Reports i have found on sources such as fashion united and wgsn show that we will see some more bright colours such as greens, oranges, yellows and corals. We will also see lots of pastels and and neutrals.

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S/S25 Patterns and prints

According to WGSN, they state in their reports that soft, blurry prints provide a fresh way to update perennial themes, introducing commercial and easy to wear space dyes and printed patterns and colours

Also they say that decorative feminine trims like frills will be a massive part of the staple spring/summer 25 wardrobe.

I also found an article from fashion united stating the upcoming trends for the season and they also say that there will be lots of plaid this season.

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Fashion trends for S/S 25

Fashion trends for spring/summer 25 states that we will see a lot of athleisure so lots or sporty brands such as Nike, Adidas and New balance. Also the article states that plaid is going to be a staple this summer, whether it is skirts, blazers or dresses… we are going to be seeing it everywhere!!!