DTC: Page 25


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    Caraway to launch in all Container Store locations

    The move marks an expansion of a partnership started in October 2022.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 17, 2023
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    Digital Brands Group Q3 sales rise while net loss, expenses grow

    The company — which is currently exploring strategic alternatives — operates a portfolio of brands including Sundry and Stateside. 

    By Dani James • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Trendline

    What'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.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Drizly asks ‘What’s It Gonna Be?’ with game show campaign, gift registry

    Gina Hardy, chief customer officer for the Uber-owned alcohol e-commerce platform, explained how the brand is evolving to meet consumer habits.

    By Chris Kelly • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Skims plans Georgetown store

    The apparel brand — founded by Kim Kardashian — aims to open a shop at 3300 M Street NW in Washington, D.C.

    By Dani James • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Vuori opens store in Washington, DC’s Georgetown neighborhood

    The activewear brand joins a number of other DTC brands — including Warby Parker, Allbirds and Everlane — in opening up stores in the area.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 15, 2023
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    On’s net sales jump 46.5% in Q3 as it plans to slow wholesale expansion

    The athletics brand saw DTC net sales increase 54.6% and raised its full-year outlook again to project an annual growth rate of over 46%.

    By Dani James • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Beyond Meat in ‘survival mode’ with going-concern risk a possibility, analyst says

    A TD Cowen report pointed to troubling signs for the plant-based pioneer, including rising debt levels and struggles to attract and retain consumers.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    The rise of the Stanley tumbler: How a 110-year-old brand achieved viral success

    The brand had long been marketed to workmen and outdoorsmen. But with the help of a group of influencers, the company unlocked the power of women selling to women.

    By Nov. 14, 2023
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    Luxury furniture rental company Vesta acquires Fernish and Feather

    The three companies will operate as separate brands under one banner, “Showroom,” which will continue to seek out additional acquisitions.

    By Nov. 13, 2023
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    Beyond Yoga opens first store outside of California

    The 1,700-square-foot space opened in Chicago’s Fulton Market District and marks the Levi Strauss-owned activewear brand’s sixth location.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Grove Collaborative’s DTC active customers decline amid profitability focus

    Operating expenses dropped 38.5% in Q3 and the company's new CEO Jeff Yurcisin told Retail Dive that reining in marketing spend is the right long-term decision. 

    By Dani James • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Purple Q3 revenue drops on ‘soft demand,’ lowers full-year guidance again

    The mattress company saw net revenue decrease 2% year over year, with a decline in its direct-to-consumer channels while wholesale grew.

    By Dani James • Nov. 10, 2023
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    Gen Z brand Cider opens NYC pop-up

    The store, located in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood, marks the first U.S. pop-up for the fast-fashion brand.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 10, 2023
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    The Weekly Closeout: Kohl’s board chair to step down, Athleta debuts experiential fitness series

    The department store said Peter Boneparth will retire in May, while the athletics brand is planning events across North America.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 10, 2023
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    Allbirds Q3 revenue drops over 21%, forecasts soft holiday season

    The lifestyle brand reported a higher net loss and a decline in gross profit, with one analyst characterizing it as a "disastrous quarter."

    By Dani James • Nov. 9, 2023
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    Digital Brands Group considers strategic alternatives

    The lifestyle company, which has a brand portfolio that includes Sundry and Stateside, hopes to find shareholder value amid its public market performance.

    By Dani James • Nov. 9, 2023
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    Warby Parker opened 11 new stores in Q3, raises full-year guidance

    The vision brand's net revenue increased over 14% and executives said the company has long-term potential to operate at least 900 stores.

    By Dani James • Nov. 8, 2023
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    Kendra Scott expands into fragrance

    The accessories brand launched a limited collection of scents, which debuted in all company-owned stores Wednesday.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 8, 2023
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    Yeezy brings in $375M for Adidas in Q3, as overall net sales fall 6.4%

    The company is undecided about how to handle remaining stock from a collaboration it nixed a year ago over problematic behavior from Ye.

    By Nov. 8, 2023
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    Under Armour revamps marketing approach as outlook worsens

    CEO Stephanie Linnartz also touted the addition of John Varvatos to its design team and said he is already building a “design-led culture.”

    By Nov. 8, 2023
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    Olaplex sales drop 30% amid a ‘lower level of demand’

    The hair care brand narrowed its full-year guidance as well, though its owned e-commerce website experienced growth.

    By Dani James • Nov. 7, 2023
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    On, Reformation among brands launching sustainable footwear collective

    The group’s proposed solution is to collectively minimize waste, reduce emissions and bring a circular approach to the footwear industry.

    By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 7, 2023
  • Grey and white Allbirds sneakers modeled on two feet atop a wood chair
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    Allbirds releases updated version of Wool Runner shoe

    The brand — which is undergoing a transformation plan — launched the original version of what would become its first-ever sneaker in 2016.

    By Dani James • Nov. 6, 2023
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    J.McLaughlin opens second menswear-only store

    The Palm Beach, Florida, location comes as the brand places a renewed focus on its men’s business.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 6, 2023
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    Beyond Meat slashes workforce as business model is under fire

    The plant-based giant, which is laying off 19% of its non-production workforce, continues to face headwinds as consumers prioritize affordability.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 6, 2023