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Back to Episodes165. From Shopping to Slots: Can a Casino Rescue Saks Fifth Avenue?
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ποΈ Too Young to Be Old: Saks Fifth Avenue - From Luxury Shopping to Luxury Gambling? with Diane Gilman
Join Diane Gilman as she explores the potential transformation of Saks Fifth Avenue into a luxury casino and what it means for the future of high-end retail! π
In this episode:
- The crisis facing luxury department stores and the plummeting foot traffic.
- Saks Fifth Avenue's radical solution: turning part of its flagship store into a casino.
- The potential pros and cons of a luxury casino next to St. Patrick's Cathedral.
- A comparison to the failed fate of Atlantic City and lessons learned from Las Vegas.
- Jay-Z's involvement in a Times Square casino and its potential impact.
- A look at the history of Saks Fifth Avenue and its legacy as a luxury retailer.
Featuring insights on:
- The importance of a dress code and maintaining an elevated, exclusive atmosphere.
- The challenges of mixing gambling with a luxury shopping experience.
- The potential for prostitution, drug use, and other negative behaviors in a casino setting.
- The hours of operation and how they will align with St. Patrick's and church services.
- Why Hudson Yards are opposed to the deal and want to build their own casino
Plus:
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