Retail
November 13, 2018
LVMH brands are working to make online shopping a more luxurious experience. Image credit: Louis Vuitton
By Sarah Ramirez
HONG KONG – For too long, luxury brands have operated as if there is still a distinction between the online and offline worlds instead of accepting that affluent shoppers seek out personalized, omichannel experiences.
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