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Who Will Win the Digital Fashion Week Battle?
Even after physical shows return, many in the industry expect the use of digital communication tools will permanently shift the schedule, cadence and strategy of runway shows. Which platforms will emerge dominant?
Who Will Win the Digital Fashion Week Battle?
Even after physical shows return, many in the industry expect the use of digital communication tools will permanently shift the schedule, cadence and strategy of runway shows. Which platforms will emerge dominant?
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Fashion Meets Fortnite: 3D Clothes and Digital Catwalks
"The pandemic is forcing the industry to get creative online and look to precedents set by gaming."
Fashion Meets Fortnite: 3D Clothes and Digital Catwalks
"The pandemic is forcing the industry to get creative online and look to precedents set by gaming."
Technology
E-Commerce Is Boring. A Jeff Bezos-Backed Start-Up Wants to Change That.
A start-up is betting on virtual reality to spice up the online shopping experience. Goodbye thumbnail product images, hello 'underwater stores' and CGI yoga studios.
E-Commerce Is Boring. A Jeff Bezos-Backed Start-Up Wants to Change That.
A start-up is betting on virtual reality to spice up the online shopping experience. Goodbye thumbnail product images, hello 'underwater stores' and CGI yoga studios.
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L'Oreal to Provide Virtual Make-Up Tech for Amazon
The french cosmetics company struck a deal with Amazon, bringing a makeup-testing feature using augmented reality to the platform.
L'Oreal to Provide Virtual Make-Up Tech for Amazon
The french cosmetics company struck a deal with Amazon, bringing a makeup-testing feature using augmented reality to the platform.
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Technology
Bits & Bytes | Instagram's Retail Salvation, Online Retailers Compete for New Designers
This week, retail design is adapting to an internet age, while luxury e-commerce platforms launch initiatives to highlight young talent.
Bits & Bytes | Instagram's Retail Salvation, Online Retailers Compete for New Designers
This week, retail design is adapting to an internet age, while luxury e-commerce platforms launch initiatives to highlight young talent.
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Soon, the Most Beautiful People in the World May No Longer Be Human
"Virtual models are just the beginning of the avatar revolution, some industry observers say."
Soon, the Most Beautiful People in the World May No Longer Be Human
"Virtual models are just the beginning of the avatar revolution, some industry observers say."
Retail
Walmart Rolls Out 3D Virtual Online Shopping
The announcement comes at a time when retailers are seeking technological advancements to enhance in-store and online customer experience.
Walmart Rolls Out 3D Virtual Online Shopping
The announcement comes at a time when retailers are seeking technological advancements to enhance in-store and online customer experience.
Technology
Virtual Reality: Growth Engine for Fashion?
Though some are sceptical, many believe virtual reality and augmented reality have the potential to profoundly enhance both the back and front ends of the fashion business.
Virtual Reality: Growth Engine for Fashion?
Though some are sceptical, many believe virtual reality and augmented reality have the potential to profoundly enhance both the back and front ends of the fashion business.
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Technology
Bits & Bytes | AR Will Beat VR, Weibo Lures Luxury Brands
This week, the comeback of Chinese social media app Weibo has attracted luxury brands and why augmented reality is set to be bigger than virtual reality.
Bits & Bytes | AR Will Beat VR, Weibo Lures Luxury Brands
This week, the comeback of Chinese social media app Weibo has attracted luxury brands and why augmented reality is set to be bigger than virtual reality.
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Why AR Will be Bigger Than VR
"VR’s less-hyped sibling, augmented reality (AR), is ripe with opportunity right now."
Why AR Will be Bigger Than VR
"VR’s less-hyped sibling, augmented reality (AR), is ripe with opportunity right now."
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Google and Facebook Chase New Kind of VR Headset
Facebook and Google made it clear that they’re both rushing toward a middle ground.
Google and Facebook Chase New Kind of VR Headset
Facebook and Google made it clear that they’re both rushing toward a middle ground.
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Nielsen Says Mainstream Consumers Really Are Interested in Virtual Reality
The question of whether virtual reality will become a mainstream medium has in some ways been more of a "chicken or egg" dilemma.
Nielsen Says Mainstream Consumers Really Are Interested in Virtual Reality
The question of whether virtual reality will become a mainstream medium has in some ways been more of a "chicken or egg" dilemma.
The News in Brief
De Beers Makes Sweeping Cuts to Its Elite Diamond-Buying Club
The diamond company produced less than 22 million carats last year, down from almost 35 million in 2022.
L’Oréal India in Talks to Acquire Beauty Company Innovist
L’Oréal is in advanced talks to acquire a majority stake in Bare Anatomy parent Innovist sources told The Economic Times India.
Zegna Chairman Says War Has Clouded Visibility of Demand in Middle East
The Italian fashion house cautioned the war is reducing visibility on demand in the Middle East, which accounts for 7 percent of its sales, though all stores are currently open in the region.
Glossier Appoints New CMO
Nicole Solorzano, who joins from Ouai, is the Millennial beauty brand’s latest hire.
Macy’s CEO Points to E-Shaped Economy, Signalling Consumer Shift
The mention of a forked economy by the head of America’s largest department store signals a heightened wariness that middle-income Americans will continue to spend at the same pace.
France’s Bid to Suspend Shein’s Marketplace Rejected by Appeals Court
The decision from Paris’ Court of Appeal marked a win for the fast-fashion giant after a scandal over sex dolls resembling children for sale on its site.
Coty Announces Board Revamp
The embattled Covergirl owner has appointed five new independent directors amidst a wider leadership and company shakeup.