ThisIsRetail #01
Welcome to the inaugural edition of ThisIsRetail, our hand-picked round-up of the most interesting ideas, innovations, and insight from the global retail, fashion, and tech industry news over the past week (or so).
How fashion tripped over the hip-hop economy
[Financial Times]
Simon Schama: When Britain chose Europe
From Cobden to Gladstone, Victorian liberalism has a clear message for today’s Brexiters [Financial Times]
Restoring an avenue in Paris meant for Kings
[NY Times]
How can new technologies help make fashion more sustainable?
From bio-engineered fabrics to innovative packaging solutions, VOICES Salon attendees discuss what measures the industry can take in order to manage growth in a way that is less damaging to the environment [Business of Fashion]
How FC Barcelona are preparing for the future of football
Science and sport intersect in the Catalan giant’s new 'innovation hub' [Financial Times]
From humble beginnings to master of the universe: How did Jeff Bezos make his billions?
A big part of the answer is his frugality – but he also has a knack for knowing when to put his neck on the line and when to keep his head down [Independent]
Would a 'digital you' make buying clothes online easier?
[BBC]
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