Buying and Merchandising by Elizabeth Butler https://padlet.com/elizabethjamesbutler/vtf2ax6f3lvkhh2l en-us 2021-03-17 15:09:46 UTC 2026-01-11 11:55:40 UTC hello@padlet.com SWOT elizabethjamesbutler https://padlet.com/elizabethjamesbutler/vtf2ax6f3lvkhh2l/wish/1321223398 STRENGTHS:
- sustainable, stocking sustainable brands
- transparent with their operations
- ethical
- gift certificates
- pop up stores
- local sellers

Weaknesses:
- lack of brick and mortar store
- niche market with niche brands - consumers want brands they know
- Hasn't been around as long as Selfridges, lacks Selfridges reputation 
- high prices unknown brands

Opportunities: 
- gift selection for holidays, i.e: Mothers Day gift edit, gift certificates.
- grow the platform with more brands.
- create a more luxury feel while keep sustainability, 'sustainable luxury goods'.
- opportunities for more pop up stores, post covid driver - stores looking for more local opportunities to bring products to untapped consumers.
- brand previews - so consumer is more aware of the brands aesthetic, ethos and story.
- Wellness trends for 22 and 23 - guide and products on sustainable brands.

Threats:
- Loyalty to fast fashion, and Selfridges 
- niche brands
- lack of brands stories, more information for transparency.
- luxury market



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