Research
September 10, 2014
Affluent consumers
By Nancy Buckley
NEW YORK – Luxury brands are delving into more bespoke options and marketing, according to Wealth-X’s president at Luxury Retail Summit: Holiday Focus 2014 Sept. 9.
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