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3 notable trends in the retail apparel industry

Alida

Apparel companies are hanging by a thread as consumers spend less money on stocking their closets , preferring to express themselves through social media rather than by what they wear and favoring weekend getaways over new clothes. Apparel companies might want to stop trying to be all things to all people. Be more digital.

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Nike versus Adidas: Who will win the digital transformation race in apparel retail?

Alida

This is especially true in apparel retail, where longtime rivals Nike and Adidas have both recently invested heavily in digital transformation and innovation to stay at the top of their game. Adidas has brought together its brand, media and digital teams so they’re all focused on creating a better consumer experience.

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Experiential retailing is the next big thing in activewear

Alida

If the rumor is true, Amazon will challenge industry leaders like Nike, Lululemon and Under Armour in the $44-billion active apparel market. Sales in athletic apparel rose 12 percent in 2016 , according to the market research firm NPD, as more consumers wear their workout clothes outside the gym.

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How Technology is Revolutionizing the Apparel Industry

Oracle

apparel industry market is the biggest in the world, according to Statista. Here are 4 ways newly introduced tech is revolutionizing how apparel is made, sold, and worn. Smart apparel. Augmented reality (AR) mirrors are changing the way consumers try on clothes, and for many reasons. Tech tailors.

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Augmented World – How AR Transforms Customer Experience

TechSee

Through new mobile technology, AR has emerged as an innovative tool that allows brands an almost unlimited opportunity to interact three-dimensionally with consumers on their mobile devices. Pre-Sale: Add Value to the Shopping Experience. Peer pressure is a strong driver for sales. Point of Purchase: Boost Sales.

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Personal Narratives Bring Retailers Closer to Consumers

NetBase

Retailers are always on the lookout for a way to connect with consumers, and what better way than capturing their exact verbatims about your brand? Our “personal narrative” theme makes short work on this challenging goal, offering companies amazing insight into the loves (and hates) of consumers. as of June 20.

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How to enhance sales with visual engagement tools?

TechSee

Online retail has been revolutionized in recent years; creating ease for consumers while allowing retailers to track and influence the buying process, effectively reshaping how, where and when customers interact with their brand. Yet, all this progress has created a new set of sales challenges. Common challenges: Buyer uncertainty.

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