Author
Marie Driscoll

Marie is a retail analyst, consultant and thought leader. Her career spans equity analysis on Wall Street where she won Best on the Street three times; industry analysis where she is considered one of RETHINK Retails top analyst Influencers for the last five years (2021-2025); and academia where she teaches retail, entrepreneurship, and equity analysis at Baruch, FIT and The New School. Marie also is President of the Retail Marketing Society (RMS) and sits on the RMS board and NRF’s IPC (Industry Partnership Council) board, and is X-Coresight, X-S&P/CapIQ
What’s the Future for Armani?
Marie Driscoll
September 22, 2025
Foreseeing issues of succession, Armani created the Giorgio Armani Foundation in 2016 (when he was 82) to ensure continuous guidance for the company’s future management ...
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Printemps New York High Concept: Will It Work?
Marie Driscoll
May 28, 2025
Printemps NY reinvents shopping with a luxury, experiential concept store blending retail, art, and hospitality for affluent, curious consumers.
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LVMH Spends Its Way to Be Top of Mind
Marie Driscoll
May 1, 2025
LVMH stays top-of-mind through bold marketing, cultural moments, and creativity despite sales slump and luxury market shifts.
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What’s Happening with the Rent the Runway Relaunch?
Marie Driscoll
November 12, 2024
Rent the Runway relaunches with a revamped subscription model, new brand partnerships, and focus on affordability and sustainability.
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Walmart AI-Driven Retail Just Leveled Up
Marie Driscoll
September 19, 2024
Walmart's AI-driven retail strategy enhances its omnichannel approach, boosting value and modern shopping, making it a strong competitor to Amazon.
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Dolce&Gabbana: Extreme Fashion
Marie Driscoll
August 15, 2024
The "From the Heart to the Hands: Dolce&Gabbana" exhibit in Milan celebrates the brand’s opulent fashion and deep connection to Italian culture and artistry.
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TRR’s Take on the Tapestry Capri Acquisition
Marie Driscoll
May 27, 2024
FTC sues to block Tapestry Capri acquisition, fearing reduced competition. Experts argue it misunderstands the diverse, competitive luxury handbag market.
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The Saga of Gap’s Decline and Fall
Marie Driscoll
April 22, 2024
Zac Posen's arrival at Gap sparks hope for a turnaround, echoing legendary fashion partnerships. Can the Dickson-Posen duo impact Gap's Decline?
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