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In addition, Mango's Gomez agreed it was important for footwear and accessories to reflect the core aesthetic of the brand。
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The first Touch boutique debuted in Madrid in November, and Gomez said plans were in place to roll out several more in Europe over the next year。
"We have had very positive results with it," he said。