66 Quotes by Marshall Cohen

Trends come and go very rapidly. The problem is that they're not catching on for a longer period of time.

Today's pregnant women are out and about, in the work force, in the gym - everywhere they were before they became maternity shoppers. They may be pregnant, but they are not sitting home and hiding.

Two years ago, consumers were buying expensive denim and a lot of pairs. This year they're buying that one - maybe two - signature perfect pair. And then they're complementing it with less expensive pairs.

When gas prices go up 5 cents a gallon, that's maybe an extra $10 a week out of consumers' pockets. But when they're going up 15 cents and more, it means $20 extra a week.

This will be a concept that will change the way we look at retail next year. There is no question about it.

There are a lot of things that lead towards creating a more harmonious environment. Now the challenge is, can they survive in this new market?

There are all kinds of products out there that many people just don't know exist.

Women are more willing to pay more for a product, they are more brand conscious, but less brand loyal. And who are you marketing a bang-bang, shoot-shoot movie to? If the woman is choosing the theater and where to sit and what to watch on TV, well, you need to think about that.

This year, it is more about stores' trying to manage their business, their inventories and markdowns. They're also recognizing a second holiday season, which begins December 26.