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LONDON, United Kingdom — This week, BoF discusses the opportunity of Canada's luxury sector, with industry insiders reacting to Donald Trump winning the US presidential election. Additionally, we look at the disadvantages and opportunities of producing clothing in America. And can department stores increase millennial foot-traffic by stocking up on luxury streetwear brands? Catch up on these stories and more.

1. Capitalising on Canada's Fashion Moment

Nordstrom's new store at the Yorkdale Shopping Centre, Toronto | Source: Courtesy

‘The Great White North’ has never felt more culturally relevant and luxury retailers have taken note. But how real — and big — is the opportunity?

2. Fashion Industry Reacts to 'Devastating' Trump Victory

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Members of the fashion community share their immediate reactions to the US presidential election result, with many voicing defiance in the face of uncertainty.

3. Unravelling the Myth of 'Made in America'

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Not since NAFTA has US manufacturing been such a hot topic in national politics. BoF examines the disadvantages and opportunities of producing clothing in America.

4. Will Luxury Streetwear Get Millennials Into Department Stores?

Bergdorf Goodman x Kith sweatshirt | Source: Kith

BoF examines how luxury department stores are teaming up with urban labels like Kith and Off-White to tap millennial spending and open new sales channels.

5. Is Delisting the Next Step for Luxottica?

The Spring/Summer 2016 eyewear campaign for Chanel, whose eyewear is produced by Luxottica | Source: Chanel

Luxottica has a strong business and high strategic potential, yet the market disdains the company, raising the possibility of a delisting, says Luca Solca.

6. Singles' Day vs Black Friday: Which is the Bigger Opportunity for Fashion?

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Pre-holiday shopping events are expected to generate billion of dollars in sales this year, but who represents the biggest opportunity for fashion brands?

7. Farfetch Appoints Chief Strategy Officer, En Route to Eventual IPO

Farfetch chief strategy officer Stephanie Phair | Source: Farfetch

The fashion e-commerce platform has hired Stephanie Phair to keep the company focused on future innovation as it prepares to pass $800 million in gross sales this year.

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