Category Archives: Part 7: Communicating with the Customer

This sub-category encompasses establishing and maintaining a retail image, and promotional strategy.

Can “Cheap Chic” Retail Get Even Cheaper?

Posted on November 25, 2014 by bermanevansretail

A large customer segment wants to look good with their apparel, but — at the same time — pay less than before. The competition for for this segment is already intense and will probably become even more so with the … Continue reading →

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The BCBGMAXAZRIA Women’s Fashion Empire Keeps Growing

Posted on November 23, 2014 by bermanevansretail

BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP is a global retail fashion powerhouse: “Founded in 1989, BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP is the lifetime vision of one man: Founder, Designer, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer Max Azria. After years of success designing women’s wear in Paris and Los Angeles, Azria … Continue reading →

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PLEASE Be a Smart Customer: 2014 Holiday Shopping Tips

Posted on November 22, 2014 by bermanevansretail

Originally posted on Retailing: From A to Z:
Every year, I offer a list of holiday shopping tips intended to help shoppers avoid overspending their budgets. Since the holiday season starts earlier and earlier each year, I’m moving up my…

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