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Week in Review: UN greenwashing guidance, Skims retail expansion, the Shein influencer trip

The Glossy Podcast · with Danny Parisi · June 30, 2023 · 27 min

Summary

This episode breaks down crucial developments for ecommerce operators in the fashion space. It analyzes the UN's new anti-greenwashing guidance, offering insights into regulatory shifts that could impact brand messaging and compliance. The discussion on SKIMS' physical retail expansion provides a case study for online-native brands considering omnichannel strategies. Finally, the deep dive into Shein's controversial influencer trip offers lessons on influencer marketing ethics and public perception in fast fashion.

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retail & omnichannelbrand & contentdtc strategy

Topics covered

un greenwashing guidanceskims retail expansionshein influencer marketingsustainable fashionfast fashion ethicsomnichannel strategy

Episode description

On the Glossy Week in Review podcast, senior fashion reporter Danny Parisi and editor-in-chief Jill Manoff break down some of the biggest fashion news of the week. This week, we talk about the Global Fashion Summit in Copenhagen and new anti-greenwashing guidance from the U.N., Skims opening its first retail stores and the Shein influencer trip.

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What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Understand the UN's new anti-greenwashing guidance and audit your brand's environmental claims to ensure compliance and avoid misleading consumers.
What does this episode say about brand & content?
Examine the strategic rationale behind SKIMS' move into physical retail; consider how an omnichannel approach could enhance customer experience and brand presence for your online-native brand.
What does this episode say about dtc strategy?
Analyze the public backlash against Shein's influencer trip to inform your influencer marketing strategies, prioritizing transparency and ethical considerations to maintain brand reputation.
What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Stay informed on evolving sustainability regulations and consumer expectations to proactively adapt your supply chain and marketing practices.
What does this episode say about retail & omnichannel?
Evaluate the long-term branding and economic implications of transitioning from a purely online model to include brick-and-mortar stores, as exemplified by SKIMS.

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