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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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Vivrelle Unveils Ella AI Stylist for Luxury Fashion Members

Vivrelle Unveils Ella AI Stylist for Luxury Fashion Members

Luxury fashion platform Vivrelle has launched a cutting-edge artificial intelligence-powered stylist named Ella AI, further blurring the lines between borrowing, shopping, and resale in the luxury accessories market. Announced on September 4, 2025, via Vivrelle’s Instagram and official website, the…

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Bernard Arnault

Bernard Arnault is Chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton, the world’s largest luxury group. Under his leadership, LVMH commands more than 75 iconic brands, including Louis Vuitton, Dior, Tiffany & Co., and Sephora. Arnault remains one of the world’s wealthiest individuals and a…

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Leena Nair

Leena Nair is the current CEO of Chanel, appointed in January 2022. She is the first woman and the first person of Asian origin to lead the iconic brand, bringing her distinguished track record from Unilever where she previously served as Chief Human Resources…

Leadership
Top 10 Bottega Veneta Handbags

Top 10 Bottega Veneta Handbags, Ranked by Popularity

The rise of Bottega Veneta’s latest handbag icons showcases the broader forces shaping luxury fashion in 2025. Consumers are increasingly seeking styles that combine timeless craftsmanship with modern versatility—qualities embodied by the brand’s bestsellers like the Andiamo clutch and Small…

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Top 10 Luxury Handbag Brands, Ranked by Revenue

Top 10 Luxury Handbag Brands, Ranked by Revenue

Luxury brands are redefining their strategies to stay ahead, focusing on quality, transparency, and unique brand storytelling in response to a consumer base that prizes investment over impulse. Leading labels are innovating with new silhouettes, sustainable materials, and technology-enabled features…

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Top-Performing Non-Celebrity Beauty Brands

Top-Performing Non-Celebrity Beauty Brands in 2025

The non-celebrity beauty market, spanning from January 1, 2024, to September 4, 2025, reflects a notable market shift as consumers prioritize efficacy, transparency, and inclusivity over celebrity-backed hype. Industry-wide, prestige beauty sales grew by nearly 7% in 2024 to $33.9…

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RETAILBOSS And Ulta Beauty Partner As Media Publisher Affiliate

Top 10 Celebrity Beauty Brands Ranked by Revenue

The celebrity beauty market in 2025 is significantly shaped by consumer demand for inclusivity, authenticity, and sustainability. Brands with clear mission-driven narratives, such as Rare Beauty’s mental health advocacy or Fenty Beauty’s commitment to diversity, foster deep customer loyalty and…

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Rhode’s Top Competitors and Alternatives in 2025

Rhode’s Top Competitors and Alternatives in 2025

Rhode’s primary competitors, targeting similar market segments with analogous products between August 5, 2025, and September 4, 2025, are Rare Beauty, Kylie Cosmetics, and Fenty Skin. These brands, all founded by celebrities, appeal strongly to Gen Z and Millennial consumers…

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