The idea that somehow big luxury brands have a cap in terms of scale is completely flawed. Here is why. Image credit: Shutterstock flawed, here’s why. Photo: Shutterstock Sky’s the limit: Why size is really not an issue for the big luxury brands
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The idea that somehow big luxury brands have a cap in terms of scale is completely flawed. Here is why. Image credit: Shutterstock flawed, here’s why. Photo: Shutterstock 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