The State of Gucci

Uniqlo Surpasses Zara, Why Brands Are Struggling With Plus-Size Lines

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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW TODAY: THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2021 Gucci is struggling to rebound from the pandemic as rivals power ahead. Uniqlo parent Fast Retailing has surpassed Zara owner Inditex to become the world's most valuable fashion company. Brands are having difficulty growing plus-size lines despite intense interest in the category. Color of Change, the Black in Fashion Council, IMG and Joan Smalls are launching a new action plan to tackle racism in the industry. Plus, don't miss Doug Stephens breaking down his retail archetypes of the future.

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LUXURY The State of Gucci By Robert Williams

After years of blockbuster growth, Gucci is struggling to bounce back from the pandemic. Getting back on track will require the brand to appeal to multiple tribes of consumers. READ MORE

RETAIL What Fashion Can't Seem to Get Right About the Plus-Size Market By Alexandra Mondalek

Brands often launch plus-size lines to great fanfare, only to abandon their efforts when sales don't immediately meet expectations. But some labels have found success with a more-comprehensive approach to the category. READ MORE

WORKPLACE & TALENT Black Fashion Leaders Push Industry to Move Beyond D&I Commitments By Rachel Deeley Civil rights organisation Color Of Change has partnered with the Black in Fashion Council, IMG and supermodel and activist Joan Smalls to launch #ChangeFashion, a roadmap to tackle racism and discrimination in the industry. READ MORE

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