For Luxury, Hope Springs Eternal

Investors in the sector are looking beyond a troublesome second quarter to greener pastures in the second half of 2020.

NewsRhodri JonesMay 6, 2020April

Nordstrom to Cut Store Count

Nordstrom is said to be closing at least 15 stores.

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NewsRhodri JonesMay 6, 2020April

7 Basic Rules for Button Design

Buttons are an essential element of interaction design. They have a primary role in the conversation between a user and the system. In this article, I’ll review seven basic principles you need to know to create effective buttons.

NewsRhodri JonesMay 5, 2020April

The Inconvenient Challenge Of Online Returns

As retailers bolster e-commerce to make up for lost sales, technology platforms see an opportunity to take on returns.

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NewsRhodri JonesMay 5, 2020April

Victoria’s Secret Deal Canceled

Bath & Body Works will become a stand-alone firm while the lingerie business goes private and mixes up its c-suite.

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NewsRhodri JonesMay 5, 2020April

Manhattan Luxury Contract Signings Fall To Lowest Level Since 2009

Depleted figures underscore difficulty cutting deals in the middle of a pandemic.

NewsRhodri JonesMay 5, 2020April

Digital Contents from Luxury Brands You Need to Check Out

The Covid-19 has put physical marketing on hold, and prompted luxury brands to share “experiences” and “values” through highly engaging digital contents.

NewsRhodri JonesMay 5, 2020April

Everyone Is Invited to The Met Gala and The Costume Institute’s New Show — Virtually

Instead of welcoming the worldwide media and celebrities for the Met Gala, the museum will be offering digital content about its show and previous Met Galas.

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NewsRhodri JonesMay 4, 2020April

Vogue Business Webinar: Influencer marketing during Covid-19

Join Vogue Business’s Kati Chitrakorn and leading influencer agent, Jennifer Powell, for a discussion on the effect coronavirus has had on the influencer marketing industry and the opportunities ahead for brands.

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NewsRhodri JonesMay 4, 2020April

Could Carine Roitfeld’s Virtual Fashion Show Be a Blueprint for Fashion Weeks?

“Who’s looking at the houses rather than the models?”

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NewsRhodri JonesMay 4, 2020April

5 Ways Technology Has Helped Change The Luxury Fashion Industry

What would we do without technology? Technology may have become a fashionable word during and after the Industrial Revolution but we have always been curious creatures. Ever since we started our journey as ancient foragers, we invested in exploring possibilities and creating new things out of it.

NewsRhodri JonesMay 4, 2020April

How Brands Are Connecting With Customers In Lockdown

Fashion brands are fostering a sense of community through engaging content, virtual social gatherings and other creative initiatives that involve customers.

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NewsRhodri JonesApril 30, 2020April

France Announces 'Progressive and Controlled' Lockdown Exit Plan

France and Spain have announced detailed roadmaps for gradual, phased exits from their strict coronavirus lockdowns, with restrictions to be loosened progressively and varying from region to region.

NewsRhodri JonesApril 29, 2020April

European Retailers Gear Up For Gradual Openings

Social distancing, masks, hand sanitizer, plexiglass protection for cashiers are key measures embraced by companies reopening stores.

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NewsRhodri JonesApril 29, 2020April

Groupe Clarins’ CEO on Leadership During the Pandemic

Jonathan Zrihen said compassion, competence, resilience and very clear execution are among the keys.

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NewsRhodri JonesApril 29, 2020April

Move To UK Online Shopping Coming At Cost To High Street Retail

Consumers in the United Kingdom are some of the most savvy online shoppers in the world, and retailers that want to survive in the market should offer smooth e-commerce experiences with good delivery and return options.

NewsRhodri JonesApril 29, 2020April

Airbnb to Roll Out Sanitization Plan for Hosts That Would Include 72-Hour Wait Between Stays

Airbnb is rolling out two sanitization and coronavirus prevention programs for hosts, including one that blocks guest arrivals for 72 hours between stays.

NewsRhodri JonesApril 28, 2020April

Which Luxury Sectors Can Easily Transition Online In Response To The Coronavirus?

As coronavirus lockdowns continue for the foreseeable future, many brands are pivoting their strategy by looking for new and better ways to connect to consumers online.

NewsRhodri JonesApril 28, 2020April