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On pulls back on wholesale as Q3 sales surge more than 32%
The Swiss footwear brand said that opening flagship stores in China will help take advantage of its momentum in Asia.
By Daphne Howland • Nov. 12, 2024 -
With latest investment, Vuori’s valuation hits $5.5B
An $825 million infusion led by General Atlantic and Stripes will fortify the athleisure brand’s already formidable challenge to market leader Lululemon.
By Daphne Howland • Nov. 11, 2024 -
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 -
Beyond Meat posts positive growth for first time in almost 3 years
Despite quarterly sales volumes taking a hit, CEO Ethan Brown told analysts that the company’s price hikes are helping on its path to profitability.
By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 11, 2024 -
Kizik taps 20-year Nike vet as SVP of design
Andreas Harlow, former vice president and global footwear creative director of Nike’s Jordan Brand, joined the hands-free footwear brand earlier this fall.
By Howard Ruben • Nov. 8, 2024 -
Warby Parker raises full-year guidance as it posts double-digit revenue growth in Q3
The company is on track to open 40 new stores by the end of the year and continues to add eye exam locations as it works to grow its vision offerings.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 7, 2024 -
Allbirds makes progress in Q3 but profits remain elusive
The DTC footwear brand’s store closures have hurt sales and saved cash. Now it’s introducing new styles and stepping up its marketing.
By Daphne Howland • Nov. 7, 2024 -
Skin care brand Dieux names CEO
Ryan Scott, who was formerly president and chief people officer of beauty brand Tatcha, succeeds Dieux’s co-founder Charlotte Palermino.
By Howard Ruben • Nov. 5, 2024 -
Peloton targets millennial men with first part of multiphase campaign
The friendly rivalry between football-playing brothers T.J. and J.J. Watt is the focus of “Find your push. Find your power.”
By Chris Kelly • Nov. 4, 2024 -
Casper finds new owners through Carpenter Co. deal
The brand, which was acquired in 2022 by Durational Capital Management, has become a subsidiary of the polyurethane foams manufacturer.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 4, 2024 -
Deep Dive
DTC is dead. Long live DTC.
As a channel, it remains key to growth for many retailers. But the era of the DTC brand as we know it is over.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 4, 2024 -
Wayfair narrows losses even as revenue falls 2% in Q3
The retailer continues to face softened demand, but has been launching initiatives it hopes will drive long-term growth, CEO Niraj Shah said.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 1, 2024 -
Draper James hires Michael Kors veteran as CEO
New CEO Jeannie Yoo also stepped into an advisory role with Consortium Brand Partners, which took a majority stake in the brand a year ago.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 30, 2024 -
Tumbler manufacturer Stanley using AI to predict supply disruptions
Stanley 1913 expects to improve scenario planning and supply chain visibility with the Kinaxis Maestro platform.
By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 30, 2024 -
5 retail horror stories of 2024
From Youthforia’s problematic foundation shade range to Foxtrot’s abrupt shuttering, retailers have been the subject of some scary stories.
By Caroline Jansen • Oct. 29, 2024 -
Consumer demand, star ambassadors key to Skechers’ record Q3 growth
The footwear company is trying to sustain its momentum by pushing deeper into its product offering for team-based sports.
By Nate Delesline III • Oct. 25, 2024 -
Indochino names vice president of retail sales and operations
Sean Wrenn was most recently vice president of direct retail at Kendra Scott and also has experience from Abercrombie & Fitch and Aéropostale.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 25, 2024 -
Wayfair launches paid loyalty program
For $29 a year, the online retailer is offering customers free shipping, early access to major sales events and 5% back in rewards on purchases.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 23, 2024 -
Peloton, Costco partner for the holidays
Costco members will be able to purchase an exclusive Bike+ bundle from Nov. 1 through Feb. 15, as Peloton continues to expand its third-party relationships.
By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 23, 2024 -
The Honey Pot launches at Ulta Beauty
The deal marks the vaginal care brand’s first partnership with a beauty retailer and adds to its growing list of wholesale partners, including CVS and Target.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 22, 2024 -
Rare Beauty celebrates ‘Every Side of You’ for first global campaign
The Selena Gomez-founded cosmetics brand is putting individuality at the center of its marketing as it continues to hold favor among Gen Z.
By Jessica Deyo • Oct. 21, 2024 -
Kohl’s adds digitally native cashmere brand Naadam to its assortment
The brand’s “Soft Collection,” which is its first designed for a mass channel, will land in 100 of the department store’s locations and online on Nov. 8.
By Howard Ruben • Updated Oct. 17, 2024 -
Foxtrot relaunches delivery, reopens third location
Restoring e-commerce services marks the beginning of a return to form for Foxtrot after a tumultuous past several months.
By Brett Dworski • Oct. 16, 2024 -
Havenly Brands acquires Burrow as it builds out its portfolio of home brands
Havenly CEO Lee Mayer discusses the company’s fifth acquisition, its multibrand strategy and why she remains bullish on retail.
By Caroline Jansen • Oct. 16, 2024 -
Gorjana signs LA Sparks forward Cameron Brink as brand ambassador
Brink is the second professional athlete ambassador the DTC jewelry brand has brought on, following tennis player Jessica Pegula last year.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 15, 2024 -
Beyond Yoga opens New York City pop-up
The store concept, dubbed Club Beyond, will feature drop-in fitness and wellness classes, as well as workshops led by experts.
By Howard Ruben • Oct. 14, 2024