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A Sweet Blog...
From time to time, I write. I take pictures. I have started recording videos more to push myself because I am uncomfortable in front of any camera. The views I express are random, subject to change, and though influenced by my experiences and environment, they are entirely mine!
I hope you enjoy. Perhaps glean something useful. And as always, I do appreciate feedback. No, seriously, I really do! Most days...
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Rich Honiball
Dec 26, 20243 min read
Today in Retail History: The Flamingo’s Impact on Las Vegas Retail
On December 26, 1946, mobster Benjamin "Bugsy" Siegel opened the Flamingo Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas, changing both the city and retail.
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Rich Honiball
Mar 9, 20245 min read
Today in Brand History: A Cultural Icon Named Barbie is Born
On March 9th, 1959, the toy industry witnessed a revolution with Barbie's debut at the International Toy Fair in New York City.
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Rich Honiball
Jan 21, 20243 min read
Today in Brand History: Celebrating Christian Dior
On January 21st, 1905, Christian Dior was born on the Normandy coast of France.
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Rich Honiball
Nov 12, 20236 min read
Today in Brand History: The Evolution of the Leotard – From Circus Acrobatics to Fashion Staple
On November 12, 1859, a revolutionary performance by Jules Leotard not only captivated Paris with the first flying trapeze act but also...
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Rich Honiball
Nov 5, 20237 min read
Today in Brand History: F.W. Woolworth's Five-and-Dime Goes Global
On November 5th, 1909 F.W. Woolworth opened the first UK Woolworths store in Liverpool, pioneering the retail chain store's...
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Rich Honiball
Oct 28, 20238 min read
Today in Brand History: The Birth of Macy's
On October 28, 1858, a young entrepreneur named Rowland Hussey Macy took a significant step towards creating a retail empire that would...
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Rich Honiball
Aug 22, 20234 min read
Today in Brand History: The Gap
On August 22nd, 1969, a significant chapter in retail history began with the founding of The Gap by Donald and Doris Fisher. This iconic...
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Rich Honiball
Jul 8, 20234 min read
Today In Brand History: Trademark Protection
(photo credit: original AI created image) On July 8, 1870, the US Congress passed the Act of July 8, 1870, marking a pivotal moment in...
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Rich Honiball
Apr 1, 20234 min read
Today in Brand History: Navy Exchange Service Command (NEXCOM)
On April 1st, 1946, the Navy Ship’s Store Office was established, marking the birth of what is now known as the Navy Exchange Service...
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Rich Honiball
Mar 20, 20233 min read
Today in Brand History: The Burlington Arcade & Shopping Centers
On March 20, 1819, the Burlington Arcade opened its doors to the public. It was one of the first covered shopping arcades in London, and...
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Rich Honiball
Dec 16, 20223 min read
Today in Brand History: Christian Dior
On December 16, 1946, the House of Dior was established at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris, France by fashion designer Christian Dior and...
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Rich Honiball
Nov 25, 20224 min read
Today in Brand History: Black Friday
Or should I say retail history? A brand is “a product, a service, or a concept that is easily distinguished from other products,...
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Rich Honiball
Oct 14, 20222 min read
Today in Brand History: Kodak
In 1884, George Eastman patents paper-strip photographic film. It was the first film in roll form to prove practicable, an innovation...
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Rich Honiball
Sep 28, 20222 min read
Today in Brand History: Marks & Spencer
(photo credit: thegenealogist.com) In 1894: Simon Marks and Tom Spencer open their first Penny Bazaar in Manchester. Michael Marks, a...
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Rich Honiball
Sep 14, 20222 min read
Today in Brand History: The American Department Store
(photo credit: visualizingnyc.org) In 1848, Alexander Stewart opened the first US department store, the A.T. Stewart Dry Goods Store,...
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Rich Honiball
Aug 27, 20222 min read
Today in Brand History: Montgomery Ward
In 1872, Aaron Montgomery Ward issued the first "catalog" for his mail-order business. It was a single sheet listing 163 available items....
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