Chewy sales up 14% in Q2, beating expectations

However, executives noted consumer shifts that signal shoppers may be seeking out more value in light of economic uncertainty.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 31, 2023

Brilliant Earth to open 3 luxury mall showrooms

The direct-to-consumer jewelry brand’s new locations offer select products available for same-day purchases and one-on-one appointments.

By Dani James • Aug. 31, 2023

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By Retail Dive staff

The Backroom: A look back on the first half of 2023 for DTC brands

The team talks about the latest financial results from various players as the holidays quickly approach.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 31, 2023

Vera Bradley Q2 sales decline, full-year outlook narrows

The company — which operates its namesake brand and Pura Vida — lowered the top end of its fiscal 2024 revenue expectations.

By Dani James • Aug. 30, 2023

Caraway launches prep set, cutting boards

The new products will be available on the DTC cookware brand’s website as well as at select retailers for the holidays.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 30, 2023

Vuori set a goal to open 100 stores by 2026. Here’s a look at the DTC brand’s progress.

The DTC activewear brand has steadily added to its footprint two years after announcing plans to drastically expand its brick-and-mortar presence.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 29, 2023

Authentic Brands Group lands partnership for Hunter Boots in China, Southeast Asia

Under the deal, Baozun Inc. acquired a 51% equity interest in the heritage boot brand’s intellectual property across the regions.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 29, 2023

E.l.f. Beauty to acquire Naturium for $355M

The skin care brand was launched in 2019 by accelerator The Center and is expected to double E.l.f. Beauty’s presence in the category.

By Dani James • Aug. 29, 2023

Natura & Co considers selling The Body Shop

The Brazilian cosmetics conglomerate acquired the beauty brand in 2017 and is now exploring strategic alternatives amid declining performance. 

By Dani James • Aug. 28, 2023

Jennifer Aniston’s Lolavie continues retail expansion with Credo Beauty launch

The hair care brand entered Ulta Beauty in May as the company works to expand its reach.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 28, 2023

Madison Reed enters Walmart

The hair color and salon company is focused on growth across all distribution channels, CEO Amy Errett told Retail Dive.

By Dani James • Aug. 28, 2023

Deodorant brand Curie lands in 4,300 Walmart stores

The mass merchant will carry several of the DTC brand’s products in stores nationwide as well as on its website.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 25, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Petco swings to a loss and Ace Hardware plans 170 stores this year

The pet retailer reported its 19th consecutive quarter of comp growth, while the hardware cooperative has already opened 100 of its planned stores.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 25, 2023

Patrick Schwarzenegger and Maria Shriver’s Mosh raises $3M for retail expansion

Schwarzenegger — a former investor in trendy CPG products — and his mom bring a unique profile to promote a protein bar focused on brain health.

By Elizabeth Flood • Aug. 25, 2023

Oddity names SpoiledChild CEO

Gil Efrati brings marketing experience from direct-to-consumer company Resident as well as Google.

By Dani James • Aug. 24, 2023

Allbirds launches new sneaker style

The Courier — which debuts amid transformational changes at the brand — is inspired by vintage trainers and priced at $125. 

By Dani James • Aug. 24, 2023

Peloton recall dings growth in Q4

The company — which saw revenue decline 5% year over year — experienced larger-than-anticipated costs after enacting a bike seat post recall in May.

By Dani James • Aug. 23, 2023

Infant formula brand ByHeart enters Target, plans DTC relaunch

The brand halted production after it voluntarily recalled some products in December due to concerns over possible cross-contamination.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 23, 2023

Away lays off 22, including chief commercial officer

To better align with its growth strategy, the travel brand in May reduced its workforce, including CCO Laura Willensky.

By Dani James • Aug. 22, 2023

Boxed acquired by MSG Distributors

The regional distributor of consumables and household products said it will work to continue serving Boxed’s customers, vendors and brands.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 22, 2023

Happy Socks appoints new CEO

Alexander Meyer comes to the company from The Bay, where he served as chief customer officer.

By Dani James • Aug. 21, 2023

Recess expands to 5K additional retail doors

The DTC beverage brand is now available in 14,000 stores, spanning retailers like Target, CVS, H-E-B, Sprouts and Winn Dixie.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 21, 2023

DTC’s Q2 was a mixed bag as holidays approach

Some brands swam while others drowned in a period that saw everything from major executive changes to falling sales.

By Caroline Jansen , Dani James • Aug. 21, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Target faces ESG lawsuit, BeautyStat names chief marketing officer

The suit filed by a Target stockholder alleges that the retailer misled shareholders over the effect its ESG efforts would have on its performance.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 18, 2023

Bark approves share repurchase program of up to $7.5M

The pet care brand's long-term debt reached $81.4 million in Q1 and revenue declined 8% year over year. 

By Dani James • Aug. 18, 2023