Field Report: The New Wayfair Store
The Wayfair Store in Wilmette, IL marks its serious foray into physical retail, hinting at an omnichannel future for the home furnishings sector.
Field Report: The New Wayfair Store
Warren Shoulberg
May 28, 2024
The Wayfair Store in Wilmette, IL marks its serious foray into physical retail, hinting at an omnichannel future for the home furnishings sector.
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