Advertising
April 20, 2012
By Rachel Lamb
Lifestyle label Ralph Lauren created the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Closing Ceremony parade uniforms and village wear for this summer’s games in a move likely to maintain brand affinity and position itself as a thought leader during one of the most-watched events every four years.
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