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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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The 8 Best Canadian Department Stores

The 8 Best Canadian Department Stores (Nationwide)

Department stores in Canada have long served as a cornerstone for retail shopping, offering a wide array of products from clothing and footwear to electronics and housewares. The Canadian retail landscape is studded with homegrown establishments and international giants, each…

FAQStrategy
Top 10 Iconic UK Department Stores

The 10 Best UK Department Stores

From the bustling streets of London to quieter high streets, the UK boasts some of the world’s most iconic department stores. Whether you’re a local or a visitor, these top 10 iconic UK department stores offer something unique for every…

FAQStrategy
What is a Big-box Retailer?

What is a Big-box Retailer?

Big-box retailers or stores, such as Walmart and Target, offer competitive prices and a vast selection under one roof, while warehouse clubs like Costco and Sam’s Club focus on bulk buying and membership deals. These large retail establishments, often part…

Glossary
What is a Barcode used for?

What is a Barcode used for?

Barcodes have become integral to the retail industry, revolutionizing how businesses track inventory, sales, and customer behavior. These unassuming black lines and white spaces now appear on virtually every product and hold immense power in streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency.…

Glossary
What is Assortment Planning in Fashion?

What is Assortment Planning in Fashion?

Assortment planning in fashion retail is a strategic process that involves selecting the right mix of products to offer in various stores and through different sales channels, ensuring that the assortment matches the preferences and buying habits of the target…

FashionGlossary
Luxury retailer Matches Fashion suddenly closes for good

Luxury retailer Matches Fashion suddenly closes for good

MatchesFashion, global luxury e-commerce platform, has announced it will be officially closing its doors for good by the end of this week, on June 30 at midnight. The downfall of MatchesFashion began to crystalize soon after its acquisition by Mike…

Luxury
More Upset Customers for PrettyLittleThing ‘Banned’ Accounts

More Upset Customers for PrettyLittleThing ‘Banned’ Accounts

The fast-fashion retailer PrettyLittleThing (PLT) has stirred considerable controversy by deactivating the accounts of numerous customers over excessive return activities. The decision to clamp down on serial returners arrives amid increasing cost pressures on retailers to manage returns effectively while…

Ecommerce
Scotch & Soda stores reportedly closing 'immediately'

Scotch & Soda stores reportedly closing ‘immediately’

Beloved Dutch fashion brand Scotch & Soda has officially announced the permanent closure of its stores in the Netherlands and several other European countries. Scotch & Soda, a staple in many wardrobes with its eclectic and fashionable clothing, has unfortunately…

Fashion
83-Year-Old Kleinfeld Bridal Introduces E-Commerce and Resale

83-Year-Old Kleinfeld Bridal Introduces E-Commerce and Resale

Kleinfeld Bridal, the iconic 83-year-old bridal retailer, has officially launched its e-commerce platform and ventured into resale with the debut of KleinfeldAgain.com. The digital facelift aims to tap into the growing demand for online shopping by rolling out this new…

Luxury
Eloquii Faces Allegations of Deceptive Discount Practices

Eloquii Faces Allegations of Deceptive Discount Practices

Plus-size fashion brand Eloquii has found itself embroiled in controversy. Recent reports have surfaced accusing Eloquii, now owned by FullBeauty Brands, of engaging in deceptive discount practices aimed at misleading customers about the true value of their purchases. These accusations…

Fashion
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