Julia Metaxas

Nike ranks fourth on Depop and second on eBay with over 219,000 and 893,000 items, respectively. #Retail #TextileRetail #ApparelRetail #RetailNews #DailyNews #Nike #ApparelResources #ApparelIndustry #RetailIndustry #FashionBrand

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An article in The Business of Fashion on "Fashion's Golden Opportunity With Older Shoppers"... Is total and complete BS. There is an opportunity across ALL shoppers. Dividing them up by descriptors that have been used for decades is just not going to cut it anymore. While teaching fashion marketing at Fashion Institute of Technology last Fall, there were modules on generations and how they spend, how they consume information, etc. I had to add caveats to each statement in the textbook because you can't make these types of assumptions anymore. This is an old school way of marketing. We can't put customers into these buckets anymore as there are so many other data points to consider. The affluent customer shops at Walmart, Target and Costco Wholesale. The tech boom will go through another cycle and you will have more younger customers with disposable income. Resale luxury is bought by Gen Z to the boomer. Generalizing is a wasted effort and it's what gets retailers in trouble with excess inventory to irrelevant product assortments. The customer has evolved across generations and we need to stop generalizing to avoid marketers look at the data in just 1 way. #retail #retailnews #fashion #fashionmarketing #bof

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Today's The Robin Report "undresses" the denim trends & consumers behaviors toward them... (so no more pinch rolled levi's? 😉 ) Takeaway: Retailers that have direct, conversational interactions with consumers and manufacturers will be better positioned to produce what consumers want. Read and Subscribe to get real opinions, insights & more delivered every day. ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eAkYa73Z

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With the resale market for apparel estimated to grow to $77 billion by 2026, sustainability is sure to become an increasingly important factor for consumers to consider when debating where to sell and buy their used goods. https://lnkd.in/ev9QmFwu #resale #reseller #resalenotretail #sustainability #recycle #reuse #resellingcommunity #resellercommunity #reselling

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"It’s about extending our ability to find incredible brands we believe our customers will love and introducing them to those brands at a bigger scale, without the cost of a #wholesale model.” A lot to applaud in Nordstrom's #marketplace launch (#TLDR their vision is to become "The Spotify of #Fashion") ... enabling broader, deeper assortments; building out extended sizes; making marketplace items accessible to in-store #stylists; offering tailoring and alterations; and perhaps most importantly, allowing in-store #returns for marketplace purchases. In addition, I think they should use this as an opportunity to extend beyond "#gifting, #home, and #outdoor" and build share of wallet across a broader range of products and services. For some retailers, a marketplace is a chance to try and become #TheEverythingStore. For most, however, it's an opportunity to curate a range of goods and services that are tailored to your target customer(s), without the requisite costs of setting up #fullstack teams., processes, and #OTB to support. https://lnkd.in/g9aR6sjE

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#HotTake: Retail stores aren’t a shortcut to success. Retail offers bigger POs, visibility, and cash flow Yet, it doesn’t ensure brand sustainability Case in point: JLo Beauty Despite celeb status and prime placement at Sephora, She faced challenges resulting in a US exit Retail alone doesn’t secure loyalty or repeat sales Placement isn’t guaranteed forever For lasting success, think beyond the retail PO Some markers of a sustainable brand include: Authenticity, community, differentiated formulas, and true fans Building a lasting brand legacy requires more than a retail presence – 👋🏾 Hi, I’m Monique, a former retail buyer turned beauty industry advisor who helps emerging brands ready to scale at big retail. If you are ready to scale and invest, book a discovery call, and let’s see if we can work together.

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Shares of Abercrombie & Fitch Co. are up more than 500% over the last year. How? And can they keep it? The secret(s) to success: A new product line, a more body-positive rebrand, and a new #footprint strategy. #Abercrombie #AbercrombieAndFitch #RetailTrends #FashionRetail #RetailNews #RetailInsights #RetailAnalysis #MarketWatch #RetailStat

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Retail design always is a meaningful part of the #retail experience, and I enjoyed sharing my insight with National Jeweler on how design is impacting store design and consumer engagement alike. What are your thoughts on how merchandising + design impact stores… jewelry focused like discussed here or any category of retail?

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Tough reporting day for Kohl’s, surprising with soft Q1 sales. On the plus side:  -Delivered gross margin expansion and managed down inventory  -Early success in underpenetrated categories, positive trends in Women’s, and continued strong Sephora growth.  -New opportunity through Kohl’s Babies “R” Us partnership For a summary of today’s highlights, see MPG’s Earnings Report Recap below. For a conversation on the implications for your brand strategies, reach out to Jaspreet Kaleka. #retail #marketing #Kohls #omnichannel #mpg #marketperformancegroup

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Kohl’s Corp. has partnered with Instacart to offer same-day delivery from all of its 1,172 U.S. stores. Customers can now receive Kohl’s merchandise in as little as an hour through Instacart, with pricing matching in-store prices and the ability to accumulate Kohl’s Rewards. Kohl’s is categorized as an Apparel & Accessories retailer by Digital Commerce 360 and offers a variety of products, including home decor, skin care, and pet items, all available through Instacart. Kohl’s is No. 23 in the Top 1000. The database is Digital Commerce 360’s ranking of the largest North American online retailers Kohl’s Corp. reported net sales declined in both its fourth quarter and fiscal 2023 ended Feb. 3, 2024. Q4 net sales declined 1.1% to $5.7 billion, despite an extra week of trading this year compared to Q4 2022. Kohl’s saw growth in net income. Online sales declined 10% in the quarter but improved as the quarter progressed, with December and January sales only down "mid-single digits" year over year. Instacart's partnership with Kohl’s is part of a series of agreements with retailers, including Hy-Vee and Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. (AWG), to offer same-day delivery and expand delivery capacity. Additionally, Instacart announced a partnership with Uber to deliver Uber Eats orders to Instacart customers. #kohl's #instacart #samedaydelivery

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According to GlobalData, the U.S. secondhand apparel market grew 11%, or seven times faster than the broader retail apparel market, to $43 billion last year. The report estimates that resale sales online and at traditional thrift stores could reach $73 billion by 2028. #resale #retail #apparel #retailsales

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Headlines like “Self-Checkout is a Failed Experiment” and “Why Retailers are Losing Faith in Self-Checkout” have been plentiful these past few months, along with story after story of big-name retailers like Target, Walmart, Dollar General and Costco “ditching” the tech. It’s been a veritable tsunami of bad press for self-checkout, and honestly, it’s not all that surprising — after all, consumers have long complained about the finicky machines, which often don’t work and, even when they do, make many customers feel like they’re doing the retailer’s job for them. #retailtech #customerexperience

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Abercrombie & Fitch Shares Surge 20% Amid Strong Growth https://lnkd.in/gMM9BZVa Abercrombie & Fitch's stock saw a remarkable 20% surge in value following the company's robust financial performance, including strong sales growth and positive market reception of its products. #abercrombieandfitch #stocks #growth #financialnews Global Retail Outlook Magazine

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"Gen Z shoppers are bringing back the mall shopping center experience." Earnings reports the second half of May from companies like Abercrombie & Fitch Co., Gap and AMERICAN EAGLE OUTFITTERS INC. paint an encouraging picture of fashion retailers leading the resurgence of the mall shopping experience. Gen Z in particular is demonstrating an affinity for shopping in store. Retailers like the ones listed above understand this, and they're doubling down on their brick & mortar investments to give Gen Z (and other shoppers) a consistently rewarding in-store experience. This shift underscores what we've believed all along: that shopping in store will always be an essential part of the human experience. The key is understanding how customer expectations and preferences change over time, and adapting the shopping experience to those evolving customer behaviors. Thanks to Nathan Bomey and Kelly Tyko at Axios for the insightful article! #retail #fortheloveofretail #genZ #instoreexperience

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Luxury resale is all about trust - am I getting an authentic piece in the condition I expect. This is why TikTok's latest move to drive more expensive sales on the platform is such an interesting "canary in the coal mine." If luxury resellers can build the necessary brand identity and trust on a social media platform to drive high-end sales, particularly a platform under such scrutiny in the US, what doors does that open up for other brands to consider TikTok as a meaningful checkout opportunity? https://lnkd.in/eficc-8K #luxuryresale #retailmarketing #ecommercemarketing

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𝐑𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞... A recent RetailWire discussion ponders whether Walmart can take on Trader Joe's with its latest private brand launch, bettergoods. My take was that the brand seemed more Target-esque (shades of Good & Gather) and that it was about time Walmart upped the ante with a "better" private brand in grocery. This weekend, I headed to the freezer to grab my new favorite plant-based ice cream only to find I was out of it. Keep in mind that 1. I'm plant-based but wasn't always. I know the standards analogs need to meet. 2. I've been hitting this ice cream several times per week. It's rich, not too sweet, with a perfect consistency, even after days in the home freezer. 😋 I started backtracking to remember where I bought it. Was it Whole Foods? Fresh Market? I remembered the bright green packaging...very "Target" - that must be it (my more frequent jaunts to Target for plant-based goods still surprise me). I wasn't completely sure so I headed to the recycle bin. Mystery solved. It was - Walmart's "bettergoods" plant-based ice cream. 😯 Well played, Walmart. Well played! ✅ 👏

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I have suggestions to help fashion ecommerce: The demand for functional fashion is on the rise, and pockets are leading the charge. The Wall Street Journal's article, "Women’s Clothes Finally Have Pockets. What Took So Long," highlights the evolution of women's garments, now featuring pockets that offer both utility and style. This shift reflects broader societal changes, promoting equality and recognizing women's active roles in public and professional spheres. As an avid supporter of pockets, I appreciate how they can be designed to either stand out with a cargo style or blend seamlessly into the garment's design. For e-commerce retailers, this trend presents a significant opportunity to enhance the online shopping experience. Here are some actionable insights: 1. Add a "Pockets" Filter: Introduce a filter option specifically for pockets, allowing customers to easily find clothing items that meet their functional needs would improve navigation and discoverability. 2. Detailed Product Descriptions: Clearly indicate the presence and type of pockets in product descriptions. Don't rely solely on images; specify the functionality and design of the pockets. Added benefit of improving SEO. 3. Highlight Functional Fashion: In your marketing and product listings, emphasize the practical benefits of pockets, supporting the growing trend towards functional equality in fashion. By integrating these features, retailers can cater to the increasing demand for practical and stylish clothing, ensuring a better shopping experience for their customers. If you make these updates please let me know any data insights.

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