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Jeanel Alvarado

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Jeanel Alvarado is a marketer and retail strategist, leveraging 15+ years of cross-disciplinary expertise in retail, e-commerce, technology, consumer and shopping trends. She is the former Senior Managing…

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About Jeanel Alvarado

Jeanel Alvarado is a marketer and retail strategist, leveraging 15+ years of cross-disciplinary expertise in retail, e-commerce, technology, consumer and shopping trends. She is the former Senior Managing Director of the School of Retailing at the University of Alberta. Jeanel’s insights appear in Nasdaq, Entrepreneur, Fortune, TIME, and the US Chamber of Commerce, among others, with recurring commentary on top retailers and brands for financial markets, consumer insights, shopping trends, tech Innovation, and the luxury sector.

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10 Interesting Facts About Primark

10 Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About Primark

Primark, the global fashion retailer, has a storied history that even its most dedicated customers might find surprising. From its inception in 1969 with a modest store on Mary Street in Dublin, Ireland, trading under the name “Penneys,” Primark has…

FashionHistory
10 Interesting Facts About Nasty Gal

10 Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About Nasty Gal

Nasty Gal, the brainchild of Sophia Amoruso, has a fascinating history filled with unique and surprising facts. Sophia Amoruso’s keen sense of fashion and business acumen in just six years propelled Nasty Gal from her bedroom to generate $100 million in…

FashionHistory
10 Interesting Facts About Fashion Nova

10 Interesting Facts About Fashion Nova

Fashion Nova, originally a relatively unknown women’s apparel company from California, became one of the most searched brands on Google. From Los Angeles to its current online global fast fashion brand status. Here are ten fascinating facts about Fashion Nova…

FashionHistory
10 Interesting Facts About SKIMS

10 Interesting Facts About SKIMS

SKIMS, the brainchild of Kim Kardashian, has taken the fashion world by storm since its inception. Known for its inclusive sizing and body-positive messaging, this brand has quickly become popular amongst young consumers. Here are ten fascinating facts about SKIMS…

FashionHistory
Lilly Pulitzer unveils new logo at Rhode Island store

Lilly Pulitzer unveils new logo at Rhode Island store

Lilly Pulitzer has unveiled a significant brand refresh to celebrate its 65th anniversary. CEO Michelle Kelly calls it a “brand refresh” that builds on the brand’s modernization strategy. The new logo is the first update in over fifteen years, and it’s…

Retail
10 Interesting Facts You Didn't Know About Balmain

10 Interesting Facts About Balmain 75-Year History

Balmain is a famous French fashion house that has been around for over 75 years. While many people are familiar with their luxury clothing and accessories, some interesting facts about Balmain may surprise you. Here are 10 interesting facts about…

HistoryLuxury
10 Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About Shein

10 Interesting Facts You Didn’t Know About Shein

Shein is a popular online fast fashion retailer that offers affordable and trendy clothing options for women, men, and kids. Here are ten fascinating facts about this fast fashion retailer: Origins and Rebranding: Shein was founded in 2008 by Chris…

FashionHistory
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