Fashion Month SS23 Recap: Part I
After some time of virtual-only events, the industry asked itself if the digitization of fashion week would be here to stay. Would the fashion show as we know it ever come back? Being forced to forego the traditional catwalks during
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Ulta and Sephora: Which Brands and Categories Are Selling?
For retailers, the beauty category has become a rare bright spot as inflation and fears of a recession pushed people to pull back on spending. In July 2022, the Consumer Price Index rose +8.5% YoY, meaning the cost of
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A Dive Into the Wholesale Landscape
During the pandemic, brands and retailers alike were forced to accelerate and optimize their e-commerce efforts in order to stay afloat. In addition to that, with all physical retail locations being shut down, the direct-to-consumer online business model gained momentum
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Trending Now: Tinted Moisturizer, Barrier Repair, and Ketoconazole Shampoo
In our September Trending Now report, we dive into key themes shaping beauty consumers' choices - measured both through search interest and market data. Below we touch on the key themes which were trending this past month. Fresh For FallConsumers
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J.Crew's Makeover by the Numbers
To understand what's been going on at J.Crew in recent months, consider what it's like to see a friend after some time and realize they've gotten some very subtle, yet tasteful work done. It's natural, yet simultaneously compelling, and
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