Marketing
November 27, 2019
Gucci's SoHo store includes a bookstore and a screening area, taking retail beyond the transaction. Image credit: Gucci
By Sarah Jones
NEW YORK – Foot traffic at physical retailers is decreasing and unlikely to rebound, calling for brands to build a revamped store footprint with fewer locations that favor engagement over transacting.
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