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March 19th, 2010

Weekly Top 5 – Five Articles Worth Reading

March 19, 2010   //   Posted In: Weekly Top 5 Articles
Posted By:   Retail Geeks

Paris Runway: Pointed Toes (PDF)

Posted: Monday, March 15, 2010
Source: Footwear News Issue 03/15/2010

It’s a fact. Women LOVE pointy shoes…they’re finally back!

Inflation vs. Deflation: As Economy Improves, Price Pressures Grow (PDF)

Posted: Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Source: WWD Issue 03/17/2010

Retailers are not used to inflationary pressures. This may get interesting.

Talbots Ups Fashion Ante (PDF)

Posted: Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Source: WWD Issue 03/17/2010

More skinny jeans, pencil skirts, and platform shoes…for Grandma?

Apparel Prices Fall in February (PDF)

Posted: Thursday, March 18, 2010
Source: WWD.com

Women’s apparel prices declined in February but increased year-over-year… early signs of inflationary pressures?

States Pressure E-Tailers to Collect Sales Tax (PDF)

Posted: Thursday, March 18, 2010
Source: wsj.com

At some point over the next few years, look for E-Tailers to lose their competitive advantage.