https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:28:33 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115222 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 10:49:07 +0000 Staysfit 2115222@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Leave it to Angie to find the silver lining! &nbsp;No working on her 50th Birthday!&nbsp;<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Since I am lucky to still have part time employment, I am looking to support retail in whatever small way I can manage. &nbsp;I&nbsp;recently made a few sale purchases from Nordstrom.....&nbsp;cosmetics (MAC lip prime, Deborah Lippmann nail polish, Laura Mercier tight-liner and my favorite perfume) and exercise bras. &nbsp;They are having online sales, changing categories every couple days (cosmetics, jewelry, sandals and shirts, etc.). I like MAC lip prime, especially when I am wearing a brighter lip color for video conferencing and polishing my nails reminds me to keep my hands away from my face and out of my mouth..... &nbsp;I am sticking with old faves which I suppose means I am sticking with my version of classics. Perhaps these purchases are frivolous, but for me they are items I use regularly, generate some joy and contribute to a sense of routine amid many unknowns. I&nbsp;decided that some conservative spending is helpful to keep the few people who can work, gainfully employed, and maybe it will help preserve some of the businesses as well.<br /></div><br />Our local mall employed 5000 people and it remains closed. &nbsp;Many of the retail businesses continued to pay their employees for a full month, but can no longer afford to do so.....as of this week, &nbsp;most officially laid people off and they are&nbsp;applying for unemployment. Our local hospitals have become the biggest employers but they are losing millions, people are uninsured, and their clinics and surgery centers are closed. &nbsp;They are going deep into debt. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115220 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 10:29:43 +0000 Jenni NZ 2115220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I read that locally it is the brands that do “multi-channel marketing” who are likely to come off best. So if they have a website and e-commerce as well as B&amp;M then in NZ people may either be ordering online ( orders to be shipped after our lockdown) or at least looking at their stock online before the stores can open again. I have a boutique chain I like that is sort of both, because it has a “Where in stock” section for each garment. I can easily go to at least 2 of their stores and quite often they have the item in one of those two.<br /> However I am still working hard on wearing all my items during this time and have not found any wardrobe gaps. So I am keen to extend my almost-shopping- fast for longer even when we are allowed to buy again.<br /> I find so much of the clothing economy bad for the environment that I think this has been good training! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115214 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 09:46:53 +0000 Bijou 2115214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is very tough times for clothing manufacturers. One of my favourite brands has discounted their current collection substantially but it is hard to buy items that you know you won’t wear for months to come. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115206 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 05:42:50 +0000 nuancedream 2115206@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm pretty certain JC Penney will also declare bankruptcy later this week. Unfortunately, I can see Macy's going down the same Chapter 11 bankruptcy path despite a turnaround plan designed to cut costs by focusing away from malls and investing in concept stores and off-price companies like Macy's Backstage. COVID-19 has clearly demonstrated how vulnerable the traditional retail model is and how critical e-commerce is for any retailer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115185 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 02:08:30 +0000 Sal 2115185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Distribution is a challenge right now and certainly shipping costs have risen - due to low capacity because of less international flights.&nbsp; And closures on the ports/essential goods taking priority/ less staffing due to Covid19 precautions etc..</p> <p>Two NZ labels that I follow on instagram (NZ brands and designs/small manufacture in China) have had delays getting their products here.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>We have had delays in some of our orders out of the US and China, they are trickling through slowly.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I am not sure who in fashion will come out of this well - I suspect gear manufacturers (especially exercise rather than outdoors gear) will do fine as people are still wearing sneakers, yoga tights, hoodies etc&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115178 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 01:37:09 +0000 Anonymous 2115178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - you make me laugh . I’ve never known anyone to be so excited about their birthday as you . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115177 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 01:35:43 +0000 Anonymous 2115177@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wrote something here the other day but clearly didn’t post it correctly . I was chatting with a friend who owns a clothing boutique and she said that she’s hearing NOTHING from her vendor agents regarding fall orders. No one seems to know if and/or when the products will actually arrive . If it’s not in the water from China by this point it’s probably not happening . She said she has no idea what she’ll have for stock and the agencies she does the buying with aren’t hearing anything from the factories either . I’m wondering if that’s not why Nordstrom is delaying their sale . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115176 Mon, 20 Apr 2020 00:48:55 +0000 rachylou 2115176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I say, what?! No! Not Neiman’s! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115164 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 22:58:31 +0000 annagybe 2115164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And also Neiman Marcus declared bankruptcy&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115096 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 19:28:55 +0000 nuancedream 2115096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>&nbsp;As Janet pointed out, there is no question that Fall 2020 is going to look a lot like Fall 2019 as many clothing manufacturers will have to reuse some of last year's inventory and update it with different buttons or new trim.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115091 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 19:07:26 +0000 kkards 2115091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie...nice that you’ll get our birthday off! But, yes but devastating to the world economy on canceled orders. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115076 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 17:53:18 +0000 Angie 2115076@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Jaime</b>, you are sooooo right! But I haven't really had a choice in the past. Now I do :)</p> <p><b>Janet</b>, the trends versus classics debate is an interesting one that I will write a post about !</p> <p>Nordstrom's halting and suspension of orders for four months is absolutely devastating for manufacturers, and therefore the economy. I don't have the words.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115049 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 14:21:47 +0000 Janet 2115049@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I expected this. Reading between the lines, I would not be surprised if the sale is scaled back considerably, even with a postponement. </p> <p>“ What’s more, WWD obtained a letter to vendor partners, in which Nordstrom wrote that it was suspending the orders of full-price merchandise for the months of June and July. It had already halted orders for April and May.”</p> <p>Don’t expect exciting new styles this year. If it even happens, I bet classic items with a lot of perceived longevity would be the best sellers. Seriously, how many consumers right now are thinking about how trendy they want to look? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2115009 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 04:35:57 +0000 Anonymous 2115009@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>August sounds great for NAS. We will be more likely thinkingo of fall and even winter then than in July. I will be motivated to order lots during NAS as I am getting very tired of my winter and even cold spring wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114995 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 03:36:59 +0000 Jaime 2114995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well it all makes sense in the big scheme of things now. Angie you should not have to be working the NAS during your birthday month !<br />Agree that August would be just fine; I hope they can manage it then.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114978 Sun, 19 Apr 2020 00:15:09 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2114978@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just thinking about NAS today, too. I wonder what retail will look like overall in a few months. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114956 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 20:24:34 +0000 Classically Casual 2114956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Speaking of Nordies, I ordered a sale jacket Thursday, and it arrived in the mail today! I’ve never, ever, had an order arrive so quickly. &nbsp;Their site warned for a slow arrival. I don’t know whether to be happy for promptness, or sad for lack of business. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114950 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 19:51:30 +0000 Kathie 2114950@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Angie</b>- I love that you found a silver lining!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114949 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 19:45:23 +0000 Angie 2114949@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It just hit home.&nbsp;</p> <p>This means <b>I DON'T NEED TO WORK THE SALE ON MY 50TH BIRTHDAY....</b></p> <p>WOOOHOOOOO! :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114942 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 18:40:01 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 2114942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I've always thought it was scheduled a bit early for fall fashion anyway, so a little bit later in the year works well for me.</p> <p>I'm sure all the retailers are scrambling as far as what they'll be able to have on hand for fall, as far as the supply chain goes and getting things made and transported. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114941 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 18:17:53 +0000 Kathie 2114941@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There were a number of points in that article that are very sobering, beyond a delay of NAS. I'm sure I'll enjoy it when/if it happens. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114938 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 18:02:25 +0000 Angie 2114938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been wondering too. Makes sense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114937 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 17:59:58 +0000 MsMaven 2114937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was wondering about the NAS just yesterday. Makes sense to put it off, and yes, Rachy, August would be better.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114934 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 17:52:43 +0000 rachylou 2114934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just wondering about NAS on another thread. August would be better for me have to admit. My brain is not there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114930 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 17:41:21 +0000 kkards 2114930@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well the biggest University in my city, (which btw has reported some promising work on a vaccine) is laying out plans for what back to school looks like if they can’t actually bring student back to campus. &nbsp; So, I’m thinking this event will be significantly different this year. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-harbinger-of-unsettled-times-for-the-retail-sector#post-2114928 Sat, 18 Apr 2020 17:25:17 +0000 nuancedream 2114928@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is not surprising to learn that Nordstrom is postponing the Anniversary Sale until August.&nbsp; Hopefully, the postponement will not turn into a cancellation.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/nordstrom-reportedly-postpones-anniversary-sale-205539979.html">https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyl.....39979.html</a> </p>