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Can the American Department Store Be Saved?
After a year of dismal sales growth, closures and bankruptcies, the multi-brand retailers still standing continue to face an uphill battle. Where’s the hope?
Can the American Department Store Be Saved?
After a year of dismal sales growth, closures and bankruptcies, the multi-brand retailers still standing continue to face an uphill battle. Where’s the hope?
How Publishers Are Supersizing the Holiday Gift Guide
For years, media brands have made an annual event out of their holiday gift guides. Now, they're using that influence to sell stuff through dedicated online shops, retail pop-ups, exclusive products and branded merch.
How Publishers Are Supersizing the Holiday Gift Guide
For years, media brands have made an annual event out of their holiday gift guides. Now, they're using that influence to sell stuff through dedicated online shops, retail pop-ups, exclusive products and branded merch.
Power Moves | Erdem Hires CEO, Loewe CFO to Exit
This week, Erdem names its first ever CEO, while Loewe’s CFO of three years steps down.
Power Moves | Erdem Hires CEO, Loewe CFO to Exit
This week, Erdem names its first ever CEO, while Loewe’s CFO of three years steps down.
Nordstrom Needs New York. Does New York Need Nordstrom?
Nordstrom's massive new women's store, its first in Manhattan, is a big bet on the future of department stores even as some of its rivals are in retreat. But the Seattle-based chain isn't entering the city blind.
Nordstrom Needs New York. Does New York Need Nordstrom?
Nordstrom's massive new women's store, its first in Manhattan, is a big bet on the future of department stores even as some of its rivals are in retreat. But the Seattle-based chain isn't entering the city blind.
The New Rules of Merchandising
The internet has disrupted the way brands and retailers turn designs into the sort of products that fly off shelves, elevating the role of the merchandiser. Companies that encourage collaboration and intuition informed by data can stay a step ahead.
The New Rules of Merchandising
The internet has disrupted the way brands and retailers turn designs into the sort of products that fly off shelves, elevating the role of the merchandiser. Companies that encourage collaboration and intuition informed by data can stay a step ahead.
What Pushed Barneys to the Edge?
Once the first word on fashion, the Manhattan-based department store chain has long used the power of its cool factor to ride through its financial turmoil. But following a 72 percent spike in rent for its Madison Avenue flagship, cool may not be enough.
What Pushed Barneys to the Edge?
Once the first word on fashion, the Manhattan-based department store chain has long used the power of its cool factor to ride through its financial turmoil. But following a 72 percent spike in rent for its Madison Avenue flagship, cool may not be enough.
Power Moves | Holli Rogers Named Farfetch Chief Brand Officer, Stella McCartney CEO To Step Down
This week, Farfetch announces a number of executive appointments, including chief brand officer and its first chief digital officer, while Frederick Lukoff leaves Stella McCartney.
Power Moves | Holli Rogers Named Farfetch Chief Brand Officer, Stella McCartney CEO To Step Down
This week, Farfetch announces a number of executive appointments, including chief brand officer and its first chief digital officer, while Frederick Lukoff leaves Stella McCartney.
Power Moves | Vogue Italia Names Creative Director, Elle UK Announces Editor-In-Chief
This week, Vogue Italia appoints Ferdinando Verderi creative director, while Hearst UK names Ann-Marie Curtis’ replacement.
Power Moves | Vogue Italia Names Creative Director, Elle UK Announces Editor-In-Chief
This week, Vogue Italia appoints Ferdinando Verderi creative director, while Hearst UK names Ann-Marie Curtis’ replacement.
How American Department Stores Plan to Fight Back in 2019
From the battle for Manhattan to the battle for survival, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and others may look radically different by the end of the year.
How American Department Stores Plan to Fight Back in 2019
From the battle for Manhattan to the battle for survival, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and others may look radically different by the end of the year.
Berlin’s 032c Magazine Expands Its Fashion Ambitions
The cult title will present its first women’s ready-to-wear collection in London on Monday, ramping up a fashion strategy that is projected to generate twice as much revenue as the magazine itself in 2018.
Berlin’s 032c Magazine Expands Its Fashion Ambitions
The cult title will present its first women’s ready-to-wear collection in London on Monday, ramping up a fashion strategy that is projected to generate twice as much revenue as the magazine itself in 2018.