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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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How Ultra-Low Fast Fashion Is Disrupting Traditional Retail The success of Shein and Temu has significantly disrupted traditional brick-and-mortar stores and mid-tier fashion retailers. They can undercut prices and offer a broader range of products by leveraging technology and supply chain efficiencies. This disruption is partly facilitated by their use of de minimis shipment exemptions, which allow them to avoid traditional tariffs faced by physical stores. Consequently, many established retailers struggle to compete on both price and speed, pushing them to rethink their strategies.

How Ultra-Low Fast Fashion Is Disrupting Traditional Retail

The rise of Shein and Temu has fundamentally altered consumer expectations in the fashion industry by providing ultra-low prices, trendy items, and rapid delivery times. Both companies leverage cutting-edge technology, sophisticated algorithms, and AI; they monitor viral images and designs…

FashionInsights
Keeping up with the Resale boom in UK

Keeping up with the Recommerce boom in UK

As we stand on the brink of a “resale boom” in 2024, more retailers are integrating recommerce strategies, including resale, rental, and subscription models, into their operations. Recommerce stands for the buying and selling of pre-owned goods, it encompasses the…

SustainabilityTrends
Phygital vs Omnichannel: What's the difference?

Phygital vs Omnichannel: What’s the difference?

Bridging the gap between online and offline experiences is crucial in today’s rapidly evolving marketplace. Consumers expect fluid transitions between digital and physical interactions, seeking convenience and consistency. Luxury brands such as Dior have leaned into the trend with the…

Retail
The Vampire's Wife Closes

The Vampire’s Wife Closes After A Decade

Susie Cave, founder and creative director of The Vampire’s Wife, announced the immediate cessation of trading for her beloved brand via email on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. This unexpected news marked the end of a decade-long journey for the British…

NewsRetail
Spyware Lawsuit Against Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS Settled

Spyware Lawsuit Against Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS Settled

The legal drama that had overshadowed the celebrity shapewear brands’ otherwise stellar financial performance has finally been resolved. Thanks to their agreement, the lawsuit against Kardashian’s brand will be dismissed within 45 days after the April 5, 2024 settlement date.…

LawNews
Nearly 1.9 million water bottles recalled nationwide

Nearly 1.9 million Fiji water bottles recalled nationwide

Initially announced in March 2024, the recall involves Fiji Natural Artesian Water produced by Natural Waters of Viti Limited (NWVL). The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has classified this as a Class III recall, indicating that the products are “not…

NewsRetail
60% of Luxury Consumers Prefer Brands Prioritizing D&I

Report: 60% of Luxury Consumers Prefer Brands Prioritizing D&I

Recent reports indicate that 60% of luxury consumers are more likely to purchase from brands that prioritize diversity and inclusion (D&I). According to a study by Boston Consulting Group, companies with above-average diversity saw a 19% increase in innovation revenue…

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