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The Robin Report

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Independent expert analysis on retail and brand strategy with frequent coverage of brick‑and‑mortar and consumer trends.

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Southdale Center Turns 70; Then What?
News•Feb 26, 2026

Southdale Center Turns 70; Then What?

Southdale Center, America’s first indoor mall, celebrated its 70th anniversary after Simon Property Group completed a $400 million renovation that added a high‑end luxury wing featuring brands such as Gucci and Louis Vuitton. The upgrade makes Southdale the Midwest’s most concentrated luxury retail destination, surpassing nearby Mall of America in upscale offerings. However, analysts warn that luxury alone won’t secure the mall’s future; success now depends on broader experiential and mixed‑use strategies. The mall’s recent anchor replacements, like a Life Time Fitness resort, illustrate a shift toward lifestyle‑driven traffic.

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Korean Brands Are Moving Into a Mall Near You
News•Feb 25, 2026

Korean Brands Are Moving Into a Mall Near You

Korean brands are rapidly entering Western retail spaces, with beauty giants like Laneige, COSRX and Amorepacific securing shelf space in Sephora, Boots and Douglas across Europe, while fashion labels such as Ader Error and Gentle Monster open flagship stores in...

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Kohls: The Robin Report Retail Miss of the Week, 2.21.26
News•Feb 21, 2026

Kohls: The Robin Report Retail Miss of the Week, 2.21.26

The episode critiques Kohl 's recent rollout of a "Deal Bar" promotional space, comparing it to historic in‑store discount concepts like A&S’s O‑tables, Kmart’s Blue Light Specials, and Target’s Bullseye Dollar Spots. The hosts argue that Kohl’s chronic execution failures at...

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Eyewear Outperforms Luxury Categories
News•Feb 18, 2026

Eyewear Outperforms Luxury Categories

The episode examines why luxury eyewear is outpacing other luxury categories, highlighting a projected 2‑4% growth despite a stagnant overall luxury market. It discusses how celebrity licensing, from A$AP Rocky to Kardashian influence, expands the aspirational consumer base, while brands...

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Is Your Brand Scented?
News•Feb 16, 2026

Is Your Brand Scented?

The episode explores the booming scent‑marketing industry through conversations with Evin Ellis of ScentAir and Caroline Fabrigas of Scent Marketing, Inc., highlighting how brands translate core values into signature aromas for hotels, retail, and public spaces. It details the custom...

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Eddie Bauer: The Robin Report Miss of the Week, 2.14.2026
News•Feb 14, 2026

Eddie Bauer: The Robin Report Miss of the Week, 2.14.2026

The episode examines Eddie Bauer's third bankruptcy filing, marking a likely final collapse for the storied outdoor apparel brand. It traces how successive owners mismanaged the company, loading debt while neglecting its heritage, causing it to fall behind rivals like...

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A New Formula for Luxury Marketing
News•Feb 12, 2026

A New Formula for Luxury Marketing

In this episode the host explores how legacy luxury brands can reinvent themselves for sustainable growth, presenting a seven‑point "reignition model" based on insights from UHNW clients, brand stewards, and industry insiders. Key takeaways include focusing exclusively on the ultra‑high‑net‑worth...

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