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Lalo secures equity investment round
The round, led by consumer venture group Forecast Labs, will be used to boost sales and explore growth opportunities in retail.
By Howard Ruben • March 26, 2024 -
Rhone taps Athleta vet for board slot as it preps to launch first women’s collection
Tess Roering spent five years at the women’s activewear brand, including as its first head of marketing. Also joining the board is ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro.
By Howard Ruben • Updated March 27, 2024 -
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Kendra Scott expands fine jewelry offering with lab grown diamond collection
The jewelry company said it was a “natural category addition” that allows it to offer high-end jewelry at more affordable prices.
By Suzette Parmley • March 25, 2024 -
The Center adds body care brand Cyklar to its portfolio
The beauty accelerator, which houses brands like Saltair and Phlur, has partnered with the Claudia Sulewski-founded brand.
By Howard Ruben • March 22, 2024 -
Nike addresses flaws in DTC strategy as Q3 revenues come in flat
CEO John Donahoe said the sportswear brand “is not performing at our potential” and needs to lean back into wholesale and product innovation.
By Cara Salpini • March 22, 2024 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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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Manscaped 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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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