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The Future Of Shopping, Thanks To Weird Branding Advice

By cwalters August 5, 2009

Okay, we’re not 100% sure “Pottery Barn” is going to become “Barn” or “The Container Store” will become “Store,” but we’re halfway there. Keep up the good work, brand advisors!

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