Rollie goodness | Hodinkee
Affairs

The anti-bling era is in full force: Shoppers prefer pre-owned rarities now.

The pre-owned market is surging – further proof that today’s ‘anti-bling’ movement is just as strong as ever. (382 words)

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Fur, feathers, and freshness | Canada Goose
Business

How did Canada Goose, at 60, suddenly become so popular?

As it edges closer to its IPO, Canada Goose’s boom shows that modern luxury shopping preferences and expectations are going mainstream. (604 words)

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Smart moves on Casper's part | Casper
Business

As expected, Casper’s dog mattresses are selling like hotcakes.

Sleep is becoming a ‘thing’ and Casper is positioning itself at the center of this new sleep conversation. In short, it’s a lifestyle play. (400 words)

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Made in America, without the political baggage | SF Business Times
People

American Giant’s Bayard Winthrop: “Customers don’t really care much about stores anymore.”

Like Kevin Plank, American Giant CEO Bayard Winthrop is fiercely in support of the American-made approach. Unlike Plank, he’s wisely kept politics out of it. (1584 words)

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Perfume smorgasbord | Notes from a Stylist
Business

Scouted: How Estée Lauder’s ownership is finally impacting retail strategy at Le Labo.

We finally get a look at how Lauder’s ownership is steering strategy for the Manhattan-based fragrance firm. (340 words)

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Hermès CEO Axel Dumas, swathed head to toe in crisp, family threads | WSJ
Affairs

The all-new Hermès: Taking its cues from…Michael Kors?

Hermès’ mass market moves create an opening for MLCs to step forward and lead. (572 words)

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Air Canada, now properly kitted out | Howard Slutsken
People

Quick fire: 7 questions for Tyler Brule about that sharp, new Air Canada makeover.

It’s rare to come across projects of this magnitude from design firms today. We thought Lean Luxe readers would enjoy a closer look at the details. (493 words)

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The sneaker trading business is big business | GOAT
Business

GOAT just raised $25M. Here’s what you should know.

Shoe trading was already big business before GOAT came along. But by connecting users with users — and eradicated the risk for fakes — they’ve just made it easier. (394 words)

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Aesop, properly done | Cigue
Business

Aesop’s new store locations are often based on ‘gut feeling’ – not demographics.

Aesop general manager Thomas Buisson explains the Aesop retail approach. (304 words)

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Vacheron artistic director Christian Selmoni and Hodinkee's Ben Clymer talk watch grails at Vacheron HQ in Geneva | Hodinkee
Business

Hodinkee bests itself – this time making $1.62M in an hour.

This latest drop with Vacheron Constantin marks their third successful co-branded product drop since November. Grand total for all three: $2.07M. (412 words)

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