As Hannah Rapp, a Tucson local, glides from one hanger to the next, up and down each aisle, her determination does not dwindle. If anything, Rapp said the hunt is her favorite part of second-hand shopping. “I always have a list of things I’m looking for like cool denim and red dresses, but I usually…
Here today, gone tomorrow—the motto of the $50 billion industry of pop-up shops. Companies such as Coca-Cola, Prada and Audi have utilized this unique market to not only build brand awareness but use it as a test market for new product lines. With the successful nature and newfound livelihood of these pop-up shops, Kristin Tovar…
UA senior and business major Austin Shake is the founder of American Monarchy, an up-and-coming and rapidly growing streetwear brand for a good cause. While American Monarchy is on a mission to expand across the nation, for Shake, it’s not just about the money. While he has always enjoyed clothing, his upbringing was the real…
What do champagne flutes, sweets and one-on-one personalized attention have in common? Selling to the high-end clientele of Tucson. In 2017, the U.S market for luxury goods reached about $179 billion. But when high-end retailers don’t have low prices to advertise, how do they attract clientele? Through an authentic experience. According to Kathleen Kennedy, a…
