Quince Launches in UK
The direct-to-consumer business, known for its dupes of popular items, is expanding outside North America for the first time.
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Dakota Kate Isaacs, a longtime Deciem director, will work to deepen Quince’s emotional connection with consumers and to minimise its reputation as a seller of dupes.
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