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- Business
- Yahoo
Saks Global Unveils Strategy for the Future of Luxury Menswear
Leveraging scale, customer insight and elevated product curation, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus are redefining the luxury retail experience for modern American menswear customers NEW YORK, June 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Saks Global, the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, unveiled a new menswear strategy for Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus at Pitti Immagine Uomo 108 in Florence, Italy. The company is unlocking growth potential for the luxury menswear market through a data-driven strategy, curated sartorial and luxury assortments and expansive reach that targets an untapped customer segment. "At Saks Global, we are on a mission to reinvent the luxury shopping experience so that each customer's experience is unmistakably their own," said Emily Essner, President & Chief Commercial Officer, Saks Global. "With the scale of our multi-brand platform, deep customer insights, refined product assortment and personalized service, we are uniquely positioned to lead the luxury menswear category. We look forward to collaborating with our brand partners to set a new standard in luxury retail." Saks Global is a leader in the American luxury menswear market, with about 50% market share amongst multi-brand retailers. The luxury retailer also dedicates the greatest square footage of space for the category of any U.S. retailer. The company has identified growth potential and untapped customer segments in the luxury menswear market through rising trends including the evolution of masculinity, the rise in spending power in Gen Z and Millennials, the growing trend in casualization and the return to fashion that men have adopted. "The luxury menswear market represents a significant growth opportunity for Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue, fueled by a new era of style-conscious consumers with a deep appreciation for quality, craftsmanship and personal expression," said Paolo Riva, Chief Brand Partnerships & Buying Officer, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. "Our strategy is focused on cultivating and growing our customer base and merchandising for a new customer segment, while continuing to meet the needs of our established clients." The Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus menswear customer takes a pragmatic, thoughtful approach to their closet, looking for a stylish uniform of interchangeable pieces that adapts easily to new additions. The luxury retailer is leveraging its talented stylists to inspire and educate the menswear customer to help them build a modern wardrobe across brands and categories, dressing them for all moments of their life. This menswear strategy supports Saks Global's vision, "The Art of You," focused on leveraging data and AI to build the foremost luxury shopping experience and serving customers with what, how and when they want to be served. About Saks Global Saks Global is a combination of world-class luxury retailers, including Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks OFF 5TH, as well as a portfolio of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments. Saks Global is deeply committed to helping luxury consumers discover the most sought-after established and emerging brands from around the world. Powered by data-driven technology and centered on the customer, Saks Global is on a mission to redefine the luxury shopping experience through highly personalized service, with greater opportunities for product discovery across all channels. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Saks Global Sign in to access your portfolio
Al Bawaba
22-04-2025
- Politics
- Al Bawaba
From Doha to Havana: Georgetown Student Wilbert Fils Pierre-Louis Advances Cultural Diplomacy on the Global Stage
When Wilbert Fils Pierre-Louis stepped onto the stage in Havana at the 'International Seminar on Cultural Diplomacy,' he wasn't just presenting a paper; he was carrying Haiti's legacy and Georgetown University in Qatar's commitment to global citizenship.A third-year student of International Affairs at GU-Q, Wilbert traveled to Cuba to participate in the diplomacy seminar hosted by the Instituto Superior de Relaciones Internacionales (ISRI), Cuba's premier diplomatic academy. His paper, "Beyond Borders: Haiti's Cultural Diplomacy and Its Global Impact," was among a select few accepted for presentation.'I felt like I was representing more than myself,' Wilbert said. 'I was speaking on behalf of a country often misrepresented, and a university that pushes students to think beyond boundaries.'In his presentation, Wilbert argued that Haiti's revolutionary history, rich artistic heritage, and vibrant diaspora are untapped resources in reshaping the country's global image, proposing a model for Haiti to leverage cultural assets as a tool for strategic InterviewWilbert's insights and passion for cultural diplomacy also caught the attention of national media. During the seminar, he was interviewed by Cubavisión Internacional, one of Cuba's leading international television channels. His comments, broadcast across the region, touched on the growing role of emerging technologies like AI in shaping global narratives and strengthening soft power.'It was surreal,' Wilbert reflected. 'To be asked to speak on Cuban national TV showed me that ideas matter, even across languages and systems.'(Photo: Still from Wilbert's interview on Cubavisión Internacional)Preparation for SuccessWilbert's insight into Haiti's cultural diplomacy emerged from research for his Culture and Politics major and his hands-on experience as an intern at the Embassy of Haiti in Qatar. He credits the course Cultural Diplomacy: Policy and Practice as foundational to his thinking.'Dr. Nadine Ghamloush, professor of Diplomacy and the Art of Negotiation, always emphasized connecting the classroom to the real world,' he said. 'That mindset shaped this research.'(Photo: Wilbert presenting at the ISRI seminar)Wilbert's academic focus blends international relations, history, and cultural analysis, a combination he says prepared him to write and defend the ideas in his paper.'I want my work to connect lived experience with academic inquiry,' Wilbert said. 'Diplomacy isn't just what happens between governments, it's also what happens between people.'Diplomacy in PracticeWhile in Cuba, Wilbert also had the meaningful opportunity to reconnect with his former mentor from the Embassy of Haiti in Qatar, Vichy De La Fayette Thibeaud, who now serves as Interim Chargée d'Affaires. During his internship in Qatar, Wilbert gained essential knowledge and insight for his research by shadowing Ambassador Thibeaud's work supporting Haitian expatriates and representing Haiti at cultural exhibitions.'Seeing my mentor in Cuba was a full circle moment,' said Wilbert. 'We talked about her current work organizing dialogue and facilitating academic exchange, and she reminded me that diplomacy isn't just about statecraft, it's about showing up, being present, and creating meaningful partnerships over time.'Wilbert also had a chance to tour the city's museums and historic neighborhoods, thanks to his embassy hosts. 'Havana itself felt like a museum,' he said. 'Every corner had sculptures, murals, or some visual story being told. One Cuban student told me, 'Our streets teach history more than our books.' That stuck with me.'(Photo: Public sculpture in central Havana, taken during Wilbert's tour)Looking AheadWilbert is now back in Doha, applying what he learned in Havana to ongoing research and continuing to explore diplomacy, cultural policy, and international cooperation.'This experience made me realize that youth can lead in redefining diplomacy,' he said. 'We're not just preparing for the future, we're already shaping it.'(Photo: Wilbert with fellow seminar participants and Cuban students) Now celebrating its 20th Anniversary in Qatar, GU-Q is committed to preparing the next generation of research-informed leaders and decision-makers.
