In a move that is sure to shake up the fast fashion landscape, legacy US fast fashion retailer Forever 21 and Chinese ecommerce disruptor Shein have agreed to a landmark partnership. Their forthcoming collaboration will reportedly allow the two to cross-list merchandise in their physical…
This year, generative AI platforms like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Bard have gained popularity for their ability to create new content using algorithms that analyze and mirror existing data structures. However, other industries are beginning to leverage gen AI capabilities to reduce operational costs, optimize…
Last month McMillanDoolittle launched Retail Innovations 2023, our annual publication featuring cutting edge retail concepts from around the world. In this #ThemeThursday innovation feature, we highlight a new ‘digital store’ concept launched last fall by the Spanish fashion retailer Lefties. Contact us for a consultation…
H&M opened its first rotating style store in Williamsburg, Brooklyn in November 2022. The concept departs from the traditional H&M store footprint – as the name suggests, the store’s concept and design rotate every six weeks. The 7,000 square foot store is entirely immersive, inviting…
The McMillanDoolittle team recently explored the newest shopping centers and retailers in Warsaw, Poland as part of our biannual conference with our international consortium, Ebeltoft Group. Read on for our views on the Polish retail industry and take a look at two standout Polish retail…
This summer, luxury brands invested in the power of physical retail, targeting what may be their most valuable consumer group: affluent consumers who have the ability to visit luxury vacation destinations. Brands like Chanel and Dior hosted summer pop-ups, exciting and reengaging their existing brand…
Since the founding of Lululemon in 1998, the rise of athletic apparel, or “athleisure” has been redefining the fashion industry. Lululemon continues to innovate within many product categories, including women’s and men’s apparel and accessories for yoga, training, running, on-the-move (OTM), and “woman-first” footwear. Joining…
In honor of Earth Day, we comment on how leading brands are expanding the global opportunity of sustainability in retail to include a strategic focus on the increasingly relevant resale market. This week’s Earth Day celebration has inspired many retailers to release statements centering on…
