Editor's Perspective

Singles’ Day: Can It Catch On?

If you asked a typical American what the highest-selling global online shopping day of the year is, they would likely come to…

Do You Think Women’s Roles In The C-Suite Are Progressing Effectively?

I’m still trying to answer that question for myself. Recently I had the opportunity to hear some very compelling female executives speak…

Why I Can’t Stop Thinking About Rebecca Minkoff’s Connected Store

I can’t seem to contain my excitement after seeing the new Rebecca Minkoff flagship in SoHo, New York City yesterday. For those…

This Time, J.C. Penney Picks A CEO With Operations Savvy

The CEO position at J.C. Penney has been a bit tenuous as of late, to say the least. Former Apple exec Ron…

There And Back Again

A lot can change in 10 years. In 2004, I had just left a position covering retail for one that focused on…

Derek Jeter And The Sports Superstar’s Effect On Retail

Anyone who has followed the sports world recently (and many who haven’t) know about the retirement of baseball star Derek Jeter. Jeter…

Why There Really Is Value In A Name

While most industry experts and executives agree that a focus on innovation, transformation and customer-centricity are key to a successful future in…

The New Era Of Social Commerce

Fashion and social media are two of my passions, so I always love when these two worlds collide. We, as humans, are…

As Denim Sales Plummet, Is It A Matter Of Fit Or Fashion?

There have been a number of reports lately about the dwindling sales of jeans in the U.S. But is the growing distaste…

Augmented Reality’s Role In Retail

Retailers are always looking for new ways to engage with the customer, particularly by catering to the eye. Shopping is naturally a…

Where Is The Line Between Helpful Information Sharing And Creepiness?

One of the most challenging dilemmas for retailers today has to be staying on the right side of the line of creepiness…

How Celebrities Fuel The Fashion Industry

Celebrities embody the things many people strive for: Fame, fortune and of course, a killer wardrobe. Fashion-savvy movie stars and musicians have…

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