Online clothing sales rise, Traditional retailers vs. E-commerce, Topshop in the US, The return of fur

Online clothing sales rise 32% in January (Drapers) “Online spending rose 19% in January, according to the IMRG Capgemini e-Retail Sales Index, with clothing and accessories sales online soaring by 32%.” Traditional Retailers Return Dismal Online Search Results (Seeking Alpha) Compared to e-commerce sites, “brick-and-mortar retailers – despite a slight increase in search presence over the past three years

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Japan’s Fast-Fashion Frenzy, McCartney’s new stores, Gap’s resurgence, Shoppers’ short attention

Japan’s Fast-Fashion Frenzy (JC Report) “Japanese consumers have fallen head over heels for cheap clothing and may never turn back.” McCartney Sets New Tokyo, Paris Stores (WWD) Although the brand is only seven years old, Stella McCartney has opened new stores in Tokyo and Paris. The Gap’s Resurgence: Great Start to the Holiday Season (Seeking Alpha) At Gap, “spending is up significantly” for

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