The problem with year-end shopping

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Subject: The problem with year-end shopping
Preview text: Okay. I figured something out this week, and I'm dragging you into it before the holiday…
From: julie@skullette.com
Brand: Skullette
ESP: Klaviyo
Sent: Fri Oct 23, 2026, 10:07 AM ET
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Subject length: 34 characters

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Subject: The problem with year-end shopping
Date: Fri, 23 Oct 2026 14:07:25 +0000
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