Event Coverage 7 minutesRegister for Free AccessMAGIC Las Vegas 2018: Key Takeaways from Day One Coresight Research February 14, 2018 Executive SummaryThis week, the FGRT team is attending MAGIC Las Vegas 2018, one of fashion’s most comprehensive trade shows covering men’s, women’s and children’s apparel,accessories and footwear. Here, we share five key takeaways from day one of the event. Companies are hiring Chief Algorithm Officers (CAOs) to raise their apparel IQ. At Hugo Boss, smart factories are the company’s “digital twin” and are transforming fashion production. Connectivity—through relationships in the supply chain—provides speed. Transparency into all elements of the supply chain—through connected apps—is the future of fashion. In women’s footwear, price and value are driving buying decisions for the consumer, while brand is most important for athletic shoes. Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: Chinese New Year 2025 Review: From Shopping to Screens—How Younger Consumers Boosted Spring Festival SpendingHigh-Income Consumers Drive Uptick in Financial Optimism: Weekly US Consumer Sentiment, Week 22, 2025—InfographicWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 27: Store Closures Up 8% Year Over YearWeekly UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2025, Week 13: Kingfisher Announces Store Expansion Plans; Whole Foods Opens New London Store