Its jet-set lifestyle positioning
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Since Kate Spade was said to be on the market, speculation swirled about which suitor would be the best fit. Two emerged as likely buyers: Michael Kors and Coach.
official coach outlet online And while it was the latter
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Over the years, each have had their struggles—when Coach faltered during the recession, Kors surpassed it with its new accessories-focused business model, and now with the Coach company overhaul, it is now positioned to reclaim the top spot. In fact, the challenges that Kors faces today mirror those that Coach has recently overcome. And now with the acquisition of
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coach outlet store online Coach is set to prove that its transformation wasn’t a one-off but rather a successful formula that will catapult it into a multi-brand fashion conglomerate.. Kors held its investor meeting
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michael kors handbags canada according to industry experts. For retailers and brands, the handbag category is close to ideal. It drives store traffic, yields great margins and is far less complex than apparel since there are no sizes and little seasonality.ZRN20170707