Consumer Trends: Page 34


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    Retail Therapy: Crocs wants consumers to dip their toes into ranch dressing this year

    The shoemaker teamed up with Hidden Valley Ranch to introduce a pair of clogs reminiscent of everyone's favorite condiment.

    By May 21, 2021
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    Costco strengthens position atop wholesale club sector

    After seeing foot traffic decline last year, the company controlled 55.4% of visits to club retailers in March, according to Placer.ai.

    By Sam Silverstein • May 18, 2021
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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.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Retail Therapy: Nuggs hosts romantic dinner on top of Target's red ball

    The winner of the plant-based chicken nugget brand's giveaway will get a "lavish" four-course dinner for two.

    By Maria Monteros • May 14, 2021
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    5 signs that retail is going to be OK

    The industry took a beating last year. Challenges remain, but here are a few indications of retailers' strength. 

    By May 12, 2021
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    Have home retailers peaked?

    The category was on the rise, but the pandemic drove exponential growth. Retailers must now navigate how to sustain momentum in the years ahead.

    By May 10, 2021
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    Retail Therapy: The million-dollar wine that's out of this world

    Christie's is auctioning off a bottle of wine that spent 14 months aging aboard the International Space Station.

    By May 7, 2021
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    Wells Fargo finds apparel on the upswing

    E-commerce has slowed and stimulus checks are dwindling, but the analysts found that store traffic is up, inventory is lean and margins are fatter.

    By May 5, 2021
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    How Schmidt's Naturals and Supergoop think about scale

    Funding to the beauty and personal care space hit an all-time high in 2020, and investors are looking for brands with clean ingredients and loyal followings.

    By May 4, 2021
  • US e-commerce sales growth projected to continue in 2021: report

    Apparel, a category especially hard hit last year, is expected to have digital sales rise 18.9% once the pandemic subsides, eMarketer found.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 3, 2021
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    Tiffany & Co. debuts men's engagement rings

    The Charles Tiffany Setting is named after the company's founder and promises to introduce "a bold new era of love." 

    By May 3, 2021
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    Connecting with the hearts and minds of today's conscious consumer

    Today's consumer is aware and driven by their values and desires. Here's how leading with values has helped these retailers innovate and grow.

    May 3, 2021
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    The art and science of "micro moments" in retailer media

    Businesses have an opportunity to influence their customers with disruptions that can spur unplanned purchases.

    May 3, 2021
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    Retail Therapy: Frank's RedHot spices up Goldfish snacks

    The collaboration with the hot sauce brand packs some heat into the popular snack.  

    By Maria Monteros • April 30, 2021
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    Good news on vaccines, economy drives a sunnier view of retail at Moody's

    Profits will likely spike as pandemic pressure eases, with apparel and off-price players gaining the most. But a return to normal could also have a downside. 

    By April 29, 2021
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    Luxury accessories club Vivrelle raises $26M

    The platform, which gives members access to a shared closet, plans to scale its operations as interest in circular fashion grows. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 28, 2021
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    Livestreaming popularity expected to grow in 2021: Coresight Research

    Already a billion-dollar industry in China, the firm identifies live e-commerce as a trend to watch in the U.S. this year.

    By Maria Monteros • April 28, 2021
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    David's Bridal launches Quinceañera label

    The bridal retailer is tapping into a new market with Fifteen Roses as it tries to build lifetime shoppers for special events. 

    By April 28, 2021
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    Private label growth poised to reignite in 2021

    Following a year when national brands led growth, store brands could benefit from shifting consumer behaviors and omni-shopping, according to NielsenIQ and ingredients supplier Kerry.

    By Jeff Wells • April 27, 2021
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    Consumer habits: Lessons learned during a year of uncertainty

    Explore feedback from consumers across North America to understand how their priorities have changed.

    April 26, 2021
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    As spring shopping fever surges, here's how to bring customers to your door

    As buyers prepare to fling open their wallets, retailers can actively promote themselves at the moment of decision to make their store a stop of choice. 

    April 26, 2021
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    Retail Therapy: JanSport teams up with Nicole McLaughlin to reimagine its products

    From bras to slippers, the upcycle artist turned the brand's popular backpacks into completely new items.

    By April 23, 2021
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    Right now, retailers are writing their own rules on climate action. Does that need to change?

    With an executive order in place and mounting pressure from multiple sides, climate regulation is brewing.

    By Maria Monteros • April 21, 2021
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    DTC brand Native launches sunscreen line

    The company, which got its start selling natural deodorants, now has its sights set on attracting customers who want streak-free, natural sunscreens.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 19, 2021
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    Tailored Brands turns to Michael Strahan for 'workleisure' collection

    Some analysts say that the company, still struggling after emerging from bankruptcy last year, has been too slow to offer more casual styles.

    By April 19, 2021
  • Brands could lose fickle Gen Zers over poor digital experiences, survey finds

    Eighty percent of younger consumers said they're more willing to try new brands online since the pandemic began. 

    By Robert Williams • April 16, 2021