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Retail

Unpacking Rent the Runway’s IPO

The rental platform may have redeemed its unicorn status on the public market, but critics are wary of its long-term growth potential.

Retail

Unpacking Rent the Runway’s IPO

The rental platform may have redeemed its unicorn status on the public market, but critics are wary of its long-term growth potential.


Direct-to-Consumer

The DTC Economy Faces Its Biggest Test Yet

This week, everyone will be talking about Rent the Runway’s IPO and Shopify’s growth plans.

Direct-to-Consumer

The DTC Economy Faces Its Biggest Test Yet

This week, everyone will be talking about Rent the Runway’s IPO and Shopify’s growth plans.


Luxury

Resale or Rental: Where Should Brands Place Their Bets?

This week, luxury titans Kering and Ralph Lauren signalled growing interest in new ‘sharing economy’ consumption models.

Luxury

Resale or Rental: Where Should Brands Place Their Bets?

This week, luxury titans Kering and Ralph Lauren signalled growing interest in new ‘sharing economy’ consumption models.


Technology

VOICES 2020: How Technology Is Shaping Culture and Consumption

Session 3 of VOICES 2020 addressed how the pandemic spiked e-commerce activity and time spent online by consumers, escalating the importance of authentic, engaging online platforms and raising more questions about the value of physical products and spaces.

Technology

VOICES 2020: How Technology Is Shaping Culture and Consumption

Session 3 of VOICES 2020 addressed how the pandemic spiked e-commerce activity and time spent online by consumers, escalating the importance of authentic, engaging online platforms and raising more questions about the value of physical products and spaces.


News & Analysis

American Fashion Executives on What Happens Now

Post-election, industry executives sound off on what they need to focus on next.

News & Analysis

American Fashion Executives on What Happens Now

Post-election, industry executives sound off on what they need to focus on next.


Retail

How Fashion and Beauty Can Better Engage with Black Businesses

Four months after renewed demands for racial justice hit the fashion and beauty industries, what — beyond symbolic gestures — has been done, and what will it take to make initiatives like the 15 Percent Pledge work?

Retail

How Fashion and Beauty Can Better Engage with Black Businesses

Four months after renewed demands for racial justice hit the fashion and beauty industries, what — beyond symbolic gestures — has been done, and what will it take to make initiatives like the 15 Percent Pledge work?


Marketing

How to Sell to College Students When Campus Is Closed

Brands like Aerie and VS Pink relied on in-person student events and campus ambassadors to drive sales. Can they replicate that success online?

Marketing

How to Sell to College Students When Campus Is Closed

Brands like Aerie and VS Pink relied on in-person student events and campus ambassadors to drive sales. Can they replicate that success online?


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Maison Margiela Appoints New CEO, Hermès Creative Director of the Women's Product Universe Steps Down

This week Gianfranco Gianangeli was named chief executive of Maison Margiela, while Hermès veteran Bali Barret announced her departure after 17 years at the company.

Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Maison Margiela Appoints New CEO, Hermès Creative Director of the Women's Product Universe Steps Down

This week Gianfranco Gianangeli was named chief executive of Maison Margiela, while Hermès veteran Bali Barret announced her departure after 17 years at the company.


Retail

Report: Rent the Runway Nears Funding Below Last $1 Billion Value

The fashion rental company is said to be seeking at least $25 million in a funding round, which would value the startup at about $750 million.

Retail

Report: Rent the Runway Nears Funding Below Last $1 Billion Value

The fashion rental company is said to be seeking at least $25 million in a funding round, which would value the startup at about $750 million.


Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Valentino Appoints CEO, Vice Names Chief People Officer

This week, Valentino appoints a former Gucci star merchandiser to CEO, while Vice hires an HR veteran to lead the team.

Workplace & Talent

Power Moves | Valentino Appoints CEO, Vice Names Chief People Officer

This week, Valentino appoints a former Gucci star merchandiser to CEO, while Vice hires an HR veteran to lead the team.