Under Armour's new Steph Curry 'Chef' shoe gets roasted on social media

Under Armour's bid to rival Nike in the athletic footwear market took a hit after its latest shoe release was widely panned. 

By David Kirkpatrick • June 13, 2016

Salesforce, BCG studies challenge e-commerce's unstoppable trajectory

Physical stores retain big advantages over e-commerce, according to a pair of new consumer surveys.

By Daphne Howland • June 13, 2016

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How artificial intelligence is shaping retail

More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.

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Macy's to roll out new store design in Ohio mall

The new store model includes a larger beauty section and in-store pickup of online orders. 

By Daphne Howland • June 13, 2016

Retail Therapy: The NBA's big-money, high-fashion spending machine

You don't need to be well-acquainted with Steph Curry's 3-point shot to know: NBA players have style, and they aren't afraid to pay for it. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • June 10, 2016

Report: Online apparel sales will rise 20% over next four years

Older millennials are poised to shift more of their clothing purchases to the web, and other groups could follow suit.

By Daphne Howland • June 10, 2016

Study finds 31% of shoppers buy online at least once a week

The study also paints an enduring picture of consumers who prefer shopping in stores for key categories.

By Daphne Howland • June 9, 2016

Survey: Primark's pricing could be a 'disruptive force' in US retail

Primark, which opened its first U.S. store in Boston last year, sells clothing so cheap that it makes Forever 21 or H&M look like mid-priced apparel stores.  

By Daphne Howland • June 9, 2016

How renting clothes could usher in a new idea of ownership

Should retailers fear the rise of Rent the Runway's Unlimited clothes rental service?

By Kelsey Lindsey • June 8, 2016

Survey: E-commerce seeing 'rapid' growth with 51% of purchases made online

And Amazon is driving the move to the web by resetting consumers' expectations for shopping.

By Daphne Howland • June 8, 2016

Amazon the 'most trustworthy' company in the Fortune 500

Amazon offers a lot of advantages to shoppers, especially those in its Prime program, and it’s tops in customer service, too.

By Daphne Howland • June 8, 2016

Retail Therapy: Don't call it a comeback

From stationery to velour Juicy Couture tracksuits, retailers are still selling items that should have gone by the wayside long ago. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • June 3, 2016

US job growth slowest since 2010, retail hiring stays flat

The U.S. economy created only 38,000 jobs in May 2016, the fewest since September 2010, according to the latest numbers from the Labor Department. 

By Jason Ankeny • June 3, 2016

Under Armour hires high-end designer for new fashion push

Belgian designer Tim Coppens already has his own upscale label that features sports-influenced street wear. 

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2016

Mary Meeker report dives into online trends impacting retailers

E-commerce continues to grow and marketers are missing out on mobile, according to the Kleiner, Perkins, Caufield & Byers guru.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2016

How automated email marketing to millennials led Dormify to a 92% lift in revenue

Dormify’s target audience is Gen Z and millennials, and the brand is successfully using automated email marketing to drive impressive revenue increases.

By David Kirkpatrick • June 1, 2016

Survey: Retailers struggling with pricing strategies

Only 35% of U.S. merchants surveyed by Retail Systems Research believe they’ve implemented strategies to manage prices and promotions effectively across all channels.

By Jason Ankeny • June 1, 2016

Why plus-size fashion is still struggling with image problems

Stores and brands are scrambling to address the diverse fashion needs of American women. But can an industry mired in aspirational standards finally face reality?

By Lara Ewen • May 31, 2016

US consumer spending sees largest boost in 6 years

But retailers’ biggest challenge could be getting consumers to spend on material things rather than experiences.

By Daphne Howland • May 31, 2016

Retail Therapy: Retailers tag along on 2 social media triumphs

'Chewbacca Mom' and Trevor the Trolley took the internet by storm this week—and two retailers profited.

By Kelsey Lindsey • May 27, 2016

Abercrombie sales slide as it struggles with muted traffic

But the retailer says that consumers are now willing to pay more for better apparel, once they get into the store.

By Daphne Howland • May 27, 2016

Should retailers take action on controversial issues?

Target's declaration that customers may use the restroom that "corresponds with their gender identity" created a national debate. But the outcry could benefit the retailer in the long run, experts say.

By Daphne Howland • May 25, 2016

Why consumer generated content could be a boon for brands

As shoppers look for more authentic reviews and ways to browse online, today's most important fashion photographer may be the customer.

By Daphne Howland • May 23, 2016

Was the FTC wrong to block the Staples-Office Depot merger? 8 experts weigh in

The FTC argued the combined company would be a monopolistic presence in the B2B office supplies market. Many retail experts disagree.

By Kelsey Lindsey • May 17, 2016

Westfield co-CEO Steven Lowy: 'Malls must be exciting places to be'

The “mall of the future” must incorporate technological innovations and interactive experiences “for physical real estate to continue to be relevant,” Lowy said at the Shoptalk conference.

By Jason Ankeny • May 17, 2016

Hudson's Bay CEO: Online commerce won't replace brick-and-mortar retail

Physical stores still represent the nexus of the retail experience, Jerry Storch said at the Shoptalk conference.

By Jason Ankeny • May 16, 2016