The new fashion retailers finding success off the beaten path – Vogue Business

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More than two years since fashion brands pivoted to direct e-commerce sales during the Covid-19 pandemic, many are back to working with third-party retailers. But, the state of luxury multi-brand retail isn’t as it once was. Several established players have lost their competitive advantage or are struggling to make a profit amid rising costs. Some have closed their doors.