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Has Lululemon peaked?
Growth in North America has slowed, but analysts aren’t worried, given the brand’s innovation, past nimbleness and potential abroad.
By Daphne Howland • March 22, 2024 -
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Walmart adds oral care brands targeting Gen Z and millennial shoppers
Zimba and Plus Ultra will land in 4,500 and 600 of the mass merchant’s stores, respectively, significantly expanding their wholesale presence.
By Howard Ruben • March 21, 2024 -
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TrendlineWhat's shaping the e-commerce landscape?
From pivots in digital strategies to challenges retailers must overcome with reverse logistics, here are some of the forces shaping online retail.
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Chewy posts 4.2% sales gain in Q4 even as active customers decline
The online pet retailer benefited from sales in the non-discretionary and health categories, as well as its Autoship subscription service.
By Caroline Jansen • March 21, 2024 -
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Untuckit to open 14 new stores in 2024
The DTC apparel brand said the first seven stores will open by May across California, Georgia, Florida, New Jersey and New York.
By Howard Ruben • March 20, 2024 -
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ColumnManscaped envisions ‘the boys’ as mini-mes in branding push
The male grooming brand known for raunchy innuendo leans on Pereira O’Dell and a striking visual metaphor as it reaches beyond performance marketing.
By Chris Kelly • March 19, 2024 -
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New Solo Brands CEO initiates ‘full strategic review’
Chris Metz says the company will focus in on Solo Stove and Chubbies as it looks to address a lack of product innovation at the company.
By Suzette Parmley • March 19, 2024 -
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The Sill expands into outdoor plants, gardening products
The brand, which became known for its houseplants, has added flowering trees, shrubs, fertilizers, tools and more to its assortment.
By Howard Ruben • March 19, 2024 -
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FabFitFun acquires PupBox from Petco
The deal both satisfies a need from existing members who have been asking for more pet offerings and allows the company to reach new audiences.
By Caroline Jansen • March 19, 2024 -
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Nicki Minaj launches press-on nail brand
The brand, dubbed Pink Friday Nails, allows customers to customize the length, shape and design of the products.
By Howard Ruben • March 18, 2024 -
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Outdoor Voices shutters all stores
The activewear brand, once a DTC darling, told staff it would close stores as it shifts to an online-only model.
By Caroline Jansen • March 15, 2024 -
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Longtime Fossil CEO out as company announces strategic review
The departure of Kosta Kartsotis, who spent over 20 years at the helm, came as the retailer reported Q4 sales falling nearly 16% and losses widening.
By Howard Ruben • March 15, 2024 -
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Impossible Foods has always claimed to bleed red, now its label will
The plant-based pioneer announced new packaging at Natural Products Expo West to attract more meat lovers to its burgers, sausages and chicken.
By Elizabeth Flood • March 15, 2024 -
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Marla Beck named CEO of BeautyHealth
The Bluemercury founder was named interim chief executive officer in November after serving on the company’s board since 2022.
By Howard Ruben • March 14, 2024 -
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Peloton CFO leans on cost cutting to reverse post-pandemic slump
Finance chief Liz Coddington is slashing overhead costs and driving more revenue from Peloton’s digital subscription and bike rental businesses.
By Suman Bhattacharyya • March 14, 2024 -
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On plans 100 more stores in the coming years
The Swiss athletics brand continues to build out its global footprint, opening stores in China, Germany and Latin America as it leans into its DTC channels.
By Suzette Parmley • March 13, 2024 -
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Purple posts sales increase for the first time in 8 quarters
While it has taken a while, the company is “extremely encouraged” by the response to recent product launches intended to broaden its customer base.
By Caroline Jansen • March 13, 2024 -
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Brooks Running promotes Dan Sheridan to CEO
Sheridan — most recently the company’s chief operating officer — succeeds Jim Weber, who held the role for over two decades.
By Howard Ruben • March 13, 2024 -
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Allbirds taps new CEO, plans store closures
COO Joe Vernachio takes over from co-founder Joey Zwillinger on Friday as the DTC brand reported a 15% sales drop in 2023.
By Cara Salpini • March 13, 2024 -
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Generation Tux steps into physical retail
The online suit and tuxedo rental company’s showroom will feature tech that uses data and AI to understand a customer’s measurements and desired fit.
By Howard Ruben • March 12, 2024 -
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Liquid Death closes funding round valuing business at $1.4B
The beverage maker said the $67 million in new financing will be used to grow distribution and accelerate product innovation.
By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2024 -
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Wayfair refreshes brand ahead of first large-format store opening
The brand's busy spring includes a refreshed logo, updated jingle, new celebrity partners and support for the first-ever Pinterest Creator Tour.
By Chris Kelly • March 11, 2024 -
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Hair care brand Glaze inks wholesale partnership with Target
The Waldencast Ventures subsidiary is now available in over 300 of the mass merchant’s stores as well as on its website.
By Howard Ruben • March 11, 2024 -
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Funko chief financial and operating officer to step down as toymaker preps for ‘softer’ content schedule
Steve Nave’s resignation comes as the company continues to brace for economic headwinds.
By Grace Noto • March 11, 2024 -
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Ōura launches on Amazon
The tie-up with the e-commerce giant follows a partnership with Best Buy formed last year as the wearable tech brand builds out its wholesale presence.
By Howard Ruben • March 8, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: BowFlex files for Chapter 11, Public Lands partners with Saucony
The at-home fitness company has a $37.5 million buyout offer, and the Dick’s Sporting Goods banner teamed up with the footwear brand on running shoes.
By Retail Dive Staff • March 8, 2024
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