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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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Acne Studio Purse Skirt Goes Viral

Acne Studios $1.5K Purse Skirt Bag Goes Viral

Acne Studios, a luxury fashion house based in Stockholm, Sweden, is no stranger to innovation and pushing boundaries. Known for its ready-to-wear fashion, footwear, accessories, and denim for men and women, the brand has always been designed with longevity, crafting…

Luxury
Ted Baker closes 15 stores across the UK

Ted Baker closes 15 stores across the UK

The iconic UK fashion chain Ted Baker has announced the closure of 15 stores across the country, resulting in the loss of 245 jobs. This move comes after the brand fell into administration, marking a somber chapter in the story…

NewsRetail
Is MCM Considered a Luxury Brand?

Is MCM Considered a Luxury Brand?

When it comes to luxury fashion, a few names immediately come to mind—Chanel, Louis Vuitton, and Gucci. But what about MCM? Is this fashion house considered a luxury brand? In this article, we’ll explore MCM’s history, its current fashion industry…

FAQStrategy
Top 10 Most Expensive Makeup Brands

Top 10 Most Expensive Makeup Brands

Makeup has become essential to our daily routine, and new products and brands constantly emerge. However, some brands have established themselves as the epitome of luxury and exclusivity, with their products coveted by beauty enthusiasts worldwide. This article will look…

Consumer & Shopping Trends
Why are Moncler coats so expensive?

Why are Moncler coats so expensive?

Moncler is a luxury fashion brand known for its high-end winter coats. The brand has been renowned for producing some of the world’s most expensive and sought-after winter coats. But what makes Moncler coats so expensive? And where are they…

FAQStrategy
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