Retailers are catering to customers with online services, so Saks has partnered with styling technology company Wishi to launch Saks Stylist, an application for the retailer's mobile app and Saks.com. Following a quick quiz, shoppers will be matched with a stylist and will receive tailored recommendations within a day. Once they receive their options, customers can provide feedback to the stylist, who can then alter the selections as needed.
Emily Essner, Chief Marketing Officer, Saks, said, "Personal styling and shopping are a vital part of the Saks Fifth Avenue experience, and now we’re excited to introduce Saks Stylist on our platform. With this latest innovation, we’re transforming these services to be more accessible to our customers."
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Saks Recently Introduced a Digital Personal Styling Service
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