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Why Fashion’s Giant Notre-Dame Pledges Are Good for Business

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The 5 Most Important Things a Brand Must Do When Building a Direct-to-Consumer Business

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Cultural Appropriation: Theft or Innovation?

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Some see cultural appropriation as inherently disrespectful, while others see it as vital to creative expression and innovation. Who’s right?

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