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While this story is a bit different from the weather/climate/energy coverage I usually write about here, it's a fascinating read from our oil markets expert Julia Fanzeres, who's currently embedding on the consumer team at Bloomberg News. The story explains Ulta's latest strategy to become the top beauty retailer: Sell toys in order to get kids as young as six hooked on makeup.

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DTC children’s clothing brand Hanna Andersson named former Apple executive Grace Wong as its new brand director, according to a company press release. The global children’s clothing industry has grown steadily and is projected to increase at an annual growth rate of 2.6% from 2024 to 2028, according to Statista. The US market is considered the largest in the world in terms of revenue, with estimates of 54 billion dollars by 2024. OptimaRetail.EU: Experts in worldwide #Retail #maintenance and #repairs - SMART FACILITY MANAGEMENT  #RetailInnovation #FutureTrends #OptimaRetail #facilityManagement #PreventiveMaintenance #ReactiveMaintenance #NewsOptimaRetail

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COLLAGERIE's chief creative officer, lucinda chambers, shares her plans for US expansion and reveals the common denominator shielding fashion players from economic headwinds. Subscribe to read the interview below. #MyFashionLife #fashionnews #international #expansion #fashion #retailnews

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Texworld New York City has announced the launch of its Industry Insight Series at Winter 2025 edition. The one-day paid event will feature a keynote by The Business of Fashion president Nick Blunden on the State of Fashion 2025 report by McKinsey & Company. Highlights include a sustainability panel by Brittany Sierra, networking lunch, and actionable insights for professionals shaping fashion's future. #Fibre2Fashion #f2f #apparel #textile #fashion #textileindustry #f2fnews Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gsZZvQW8

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How to Manage a Luxury Brand These are my considerations for re-envisioning the luxury model in fashion retail. The way forward is through iconoclastic pursuits.

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Blake Kotenbrink, SVP, Group Director Business Leadership, shares why Willy Chavarria, AGBOBLY , Sprayground, and Ganni A/S are “delivering exactly what the fashion world needs” in this fashion spotlight feature by The Drum. Check it out 🛒🛍️✨ #FashionMarketing #MarketingTrends #FashionTrends

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The fashion industry in Los Angeles has always been a dynamic and unpredictable force. But what happens when challenges threaten to reduce it to ashes? As history has shown, LA retailers have a unique ability to rise stronger and more innovative than ever. Read more: https://lnkd.in/edf24dXd

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As leaders in the fashion industry, we often walk a delicate line between being approachable and authoritative, driven and empathetic. But what happens when the feedback you receive crosses from 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘮 to something that feels more like 𝘢 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘢𝘤𝘬? I’ve worked with so many leaders who, like you, feel crushed under the weight of performance reviews that target their character rather than their achievements. When the feedback feels more about 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘢𝘳𝘦 than 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨, it can be disorienting, painful, and even leave you questioning your own abilities. Here’s how to handle it: 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 It’s tough, but remember: feedback is not a reflection of your worth as a person. It's an assessment of your actions or how others perceive your behaviors in a specific context. Just because someone labels you as “pushy” doesn’t mean it’s true across the board. It's a lens, not a full picture of who you are. 𝗗𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗥𝘂𝘀𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗔𝗿𝗲 It’s natural to want to fix yourself when you feel misunderstood, but you don’t have to conform to someone else’s idea of how you should be. 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗽 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 Ask yourself: Does this feedback truly reflect how I want to show up as a leader? Is it in line with my values? 𝗦𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗡𝗼𝘁 𝗝𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗩𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 When the feedback feels harsh, try to engage in a constructive dialogue. Ask for specific examples of the behavior being referenced, and explore solutions with your team or manager on how to align expectations moving forward. You’ll likely find that the feedback is less about you and more about perceptions - and that can be worked through. 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 In the fashion industry, empathy and fun are incredibly valuable leadership traits. Use those qualities to approach the feedback with understanding, even if it’s tough. Express that you’re open to growth, but that you also value a two-way conversation about how your leadership can work for the team - and not just what’s wrong. 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗯𝗲𝗶𝗻𝗴 When feedback hits hard, it’s important to care for your emotional health. If you feel like this is overwhelming or crippling, therapy or coaching can be an excellent way to unpack these feelings. You deserve to be in a space where you feel supported and can grow as a leader without losing yourself in the process. Remember, leadership is a journey, not a destination. The path may not always be easy, and feedback may not always be fair. But you can evolve, find balance, and rise above challenges - without compromising who you are. If you’re navigating tough leadership feedback and need support to move forward, I’m here to help. Let’s connect.

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🛍️ The retail industry has been experiencing an intriguing wave of retail revival stories. 🔄 Gap, SWAROVSKI and J.Crew are just a few of the aughts-favorite brands that have been making a comeback in recent years. 💎 Another brand that has been notably building itself back up is the mid-tier jewelry brand Pandora. 📈 The jeweler’s Q3 interim financial report revealed that Pandora’s revenue increased by 11 per cent to reach $880 million. 🗣️ According to Alexander Lacik, Pandora’s president and CEO, and Luciano Rodembusch, the brand’s North American president, these improved figures can largely be attributed to the jewelry retailer’s updated approach to product design and brick-and-mortar expansion. 🔎 Find out more on Inside Retail US! #insideretail #retail #jewelry #accessories #marketing #revival #strategy #ecommerce #brickandmortar #shopping #commerce #linkedin #editorial #webcontent #article

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Versace in Cap-estry: A Misfit in Accessible Luxury? The breaking news is that the merger between Capri Holdings Limited and Tapestry - let’s call it Cap-estry to have some fun- has hit a roadblock as the U.S. court, influenced by the FTC, has blocked the $8.5 billion acquisition. The court’s decision raises doubts about the future of Capri’s luxury brands, especially Versace, whose luxury heritage seems out of place in a portfolio built around accessible luxury names like Coach and Michael Kors. The fusion of these two giants signals a strategy focused on accessible luxury, with brands like Coach, Michael Kors, and Kate Spade dominating their portfolio. These brands have built their empires around leather goods aimed at a broader market. While Michael Kors attempts to straddle the line with its top-tier collections, these are rarely recognized by the wider audience as true luxury. Versace, however, stands apart. Founded on Mediterranean roots and the visionary genius of Gianni Versace, the brand’s bold baroque style and its celebrated heritage resonate with high-end luxury. It is, as some call it, an “undiscovered gem” with a turnover of around $1 billion—modest compared to its luxury peers but rich in untapped potential. Unfortunately, its alignment with a conglomerate more attuned to affordable luxury might hinder its growth in the luxury space. Adding fuel to the speculation, recent rumors suggest that Versace might be on the market once again. Many wonder if the brand will find new owners capable of leveraging its true luxury potential. Will it remain under the Cap-estry umbrella, or is it destined for a new chapter—perhaps even a return to Italian hands or integration into a French luxury giant? Cap-estry’s model emphasizes volume and accessibility rather than cultivating the exclusivity that defines luxury brands. With a crowded market and increased pressure on the mid-luxury segment, Versace’s future in this setup remains uncertain. As geopolitical and economic challenges shake the luxury industry, the question looms: will Versace thrive in this new structure or is a sale the inevitable next chapter? The brand’s DNA, deeply rooted in high fashion and glamour, might need a different home to unlock its full potential. And in this newly defined situation, is an exit strategy abruptly needed to save the opportunities for this amazing brand? Thoughts? #Versace #CapriHolding #Tapestry #Capestry #luxury #market #accessibleluxury #fashion

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HENRY ZANKOV, the designer and founder of ZANKOV, joined WWD Style Director Alex Badia at the WWD Apparel & Retail CEO Summit to discuss his perspective on the future of American fashion, along with fellow designers Rachel Scott of DIOTIMA and Jackson Wiederhoeft of Wiederhoeft. Read the full article below to learn more about what ZANKOV had to say: https://lnkd.in/gZbTDane

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Media Impact Value is such a fuzzy metric because it doesn’t really tell you anything about how well the brand is performing, it only tracks mentions and cross-channel media placements. Crucially, it doesn’t say anything whether the brands are doing well using the traditional metrics of sales and revenue. It would be far more interesting to see how such mentions and media placements impact brand performance utilising multiple data points.

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McKinsey & Company recently released its "State of Fashion 2025" report, which highlights both the challenges and opportunities in the fashion industry. While economic uncertainty and shifting consumer behavior create hurdles, there are emerging growth areas—such as localization, expanded price ranges, and focusing on the silver generation. We believe the brands that embrace these changes, invest in personalized shopping experiences, and leverage new technologies will be well-positioned to thrive. https://lnkd.in/dA5zk23 #RealEstateInsights #LuxuryRetail #MarketTrends #OdysseyRetailAdvisors

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Another feature, and this time in Business of Fashion! People with gaps in their lash line have had to give up wearing lash extensions & makeup to promote the growth of their natural hairs. And at times, it’s a shot in their confidence. Which is why we love this product so much. This serum is 100% oil free and lash extension safe. Meaning, they can still wear lash extensions to cover those gaps and feel confident in themselves and in the health of their lash hairs. Read more about this feature at https://lnkd.in/g_MTFCdT

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"Slouchy denim, metallic manis, day raves. It’s one thing to know what Gen Z likes. But if you want to go beyond the surface, here’s a helpful insight: Pinterest is where Gen Z finds their favourite ideas—and brings them to life." While Pinterest's newest think-piece is highly relevant to the platform itself, we also think there is so much knowledge that can be used outside the walls of Pinterest: https://lnkd.in/d8Bjg4cP

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We’re excited to welcome Stephen Lamar, President & CEO of the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA), to kick off the Luxury Law Summit New York with a forward-looking keynote: Fashion’s Future Under 47. Stephen will dive into what we can expect at the intersection of fashion and politics in the coming years—insights that are especially relevant as the industry navigates evolving regulations and global challenges. Join us to gain valuable perspectives on shaping the future of fashion.  Click here to view the agenda https://lnkd.in/ebjGYGda  #luxurylaw #luxurybrands #law 

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After decades in the high fashion industry, founder Jamie Banks saw a need in the swimwear market for sophisticated, practical pieces. Her brand, Change of Scenery, was created to fill that gap. “Making women feel great is core to my values.” 👙 Read more in our latest blog: #ecommerce #founder #founderstory #dtc

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In this Expert Analysis #3E's Cassidy Spencer stitches together the details of the Fashion Environmental Accountability Act, a.k.a. the New York Fashion Act. What does the Met Gala have to do with supply chain best practices for sustainability? Read our blog to find out: #supplychain #nycfashion #NewYorkFashionAct

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