Apparel and accessories
September 28, 2020
Louis Vuitton supply chain office. Image credit: LVMH
By Sarah Ramirez
With retailers and brands hoping to start the holiday shopping season early, many continue to face challenges with excess inventory after the coronavirus pandemic led to lockdowns and dramatic sales drops.
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