by Mary Epner | Sep 2, 2015 | Digital, U.S.
For the first time in years, two major licensed properties are hitting theaters this fall, driving new product interpretations across apparel, accessories, home and more. The hotly anticipated titles: Star Wars: The Force Awakens and the new Peanuts movie — the first...
by Mary Epner | Aug 26, 2015 | Asia, Digital, Europe, U.S.
Long suffering Adidas has seen its position as the second biggest athletic brand slip to #3 as a surging Under Armor continues to marry smart marketing with a desirable range of products. This despite what we consider some great product innovation around the Boost...
by Mary Epner | Aug 11, 2015 | Digital, U.S.
As we move into the peak weeks of back-to-school season, we start to cull the hot sellers across teen retailers and departments stores. First up: The twill pant at Abercrombie (ANF) takes the flex fabric trend to non-denim implementations. Based on our store checks,...
by Mary Epner | Aug 10, 2015 | Digital, U.S.
One of the bright spots in the back-to-school selling season is newness driven by fabric innovation and appearing in staples such as denim and chinos. One of the best implementations is the new flex Denim X collection at American Eagle (AEO). The women’s flex...
by Mary Epner | Jul 20, 2015 | Digital, Europe, U.S.
Virtually unbranded, unadorned and simply designed, Mansur Gavriel handbags are selling out. Our spot-checks have shown high demand and limited store availability. What is clear is that these well constructed and classic styles are resonating with customers as they...
by Mary Epner | Jul 17, 2015 | Digital, U.S.
Competition around the last yard of the sales funnel—the moment between purchase and receipt of the goods—is ramping up. Amazon is testing drones, delivery lockers and same-day delivery in some areas. Mary Epner appeared on Arise Xchange to discuss how the competition...
