DTC apparel brand Buck Mason opens first Chicago store

Direct-to-consumer brands have been opening more stores in pursuit of profitability, but that strategy has not been fruitful for all.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 9, 2023

Fly By Jing raises $12M

The Chinese food brand — which launched in 2018 — also appointed its first chief financial, operations and commercial officers.

By Dani James • March 9, 2023

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Nike taps new head of women’s, DEI

Changes on the DTC side of the business will help support its digital-led strategy, the company said.

By Cara Salpini • March 8, 2023

Digital Brands Group takes steps to go private

The company recently closed its acquisition of Sundry and has started the due diligence process with a private equity firm that approached it. 

By Dani James • March 8, 2023

Grove Collaborative releases collection with Drew Barrymore

The celebrity and company investor launched the limited-edition Fresh Horizons collection to inspire consumers to choose more sustainable products.

By Dani James • March 7, 2023

Athleta taps 11 brand ambassadors to join Simone Biles, Allyson Felix

Dubbed the “Power of She Collective,” the group of female athletes will impact product innovation and further the brand's mission of empowering women.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • March 7, 2023

Carhartt workwear partners with resale company Trove

The heritage workwear and apparel brand plans to pilot the program across six U.S. stores before expanding nationwide later this year.

By Natalie Schwartz • March 7, 2023

Versed names former Dollar Shave Club exec as CEO

The skin care brand has hired Kerry Sullivan, who most recently was the chief marketing officer of the DTC shaving company.

By Dani James • March 6, 2023

Alo Yoga launches digital collection in the metaverse

The brand said it is exploring more opportunities to engage with its community through decentralized platforms, digital ownership and exclusive rewards.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 6, 2023

Blue Apron has a plan to avoid NYSE delisting

The company has until June 21, 2024, to address its global market capitalization listing standard deficiency and until June 21, 2023, to fix its share price listing standard deficiency.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 6, 2023

11 digitally native retailers at risk of bankruptcy

These companies were meant to be disruptors to the industry. But as macroeconomic pressures intensify and capital gets harder to find, they may be put to their biggest test.

By Caroline Jansen • March 6, 2023

QVC, HSN parent lays off 12% of its workforce

The move, which affects some 400 employees, will generate $60 million in savings as Qurate Retail Group continues to work on its turnaround plan.

By Nate Delesline III • March 3, 2023

Showfields brings Hims & Hers, Chubbies to Miami store

The South Beach store features a Cabana Curation, a Wedding Suite and a Mushroom Market to highlight DTC products. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 3, 2023

Ex-Twitter exec joins Peloton as new chief people officer

Dalana Brand is the second executive at Peloton to bring experience from the social media platform. She will report directly to CEO Barry McCarthy.

By Dani James • March 3, 2023

What happened to Birchbox?

Over a year after being acquired by a women’s health company, the subscription beauty brand has a disabled website and outstanding vendor debts.

By Dani James • March 2, 2023

Footwear brand On expands into kids shoes

The new Cloud Play and Cloud Sky sneakers were adapted for the needs of children, with features such as fortified toe caps and strap closures. 

By Dani James • March 2, 2023

Qurate Retail Group brings on Everlane vet as CFO

Bill Wafford, who also served as chief financial officer at J.C. Penney and The Vitamin Shoppe, is joining the company in the midst of its turnaround plan. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 2, 2023

Meati brings on CPG veterans for supply chain and operations

The hires come as the mycelium meat analog company prepares for a national retail launch this year.

By Megan Poinski • March 2, 2023

Olaplex calls 2023 ‘a reset year’ as it braces for 41% sales hit in Q1

The DTC company, which is facing a lawsuit that alleges problems with its products, expects net sales to fall 15% for the year. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 1, 2023

Fenty, Puma collaboration returns

Artist and entrepreneur Rihanna, who also founded Fenty Beauty and Savage X Fenty, first started working with the athletics brand in 2015.

By Dani James • March 1, 2023

Nearly 3 in 4 consumers plan to keep buying private label when the economy settles, survey says

Manufacturers’ and retailers’ efforts to improve store-branded offerings are paying off, as shoppers make price their most important consideration, the data from Attest shows. 

By Megan Poinski • March 1, 2023

Warby Parker narrows Q4 net loss amid economic uncertainty

The DTC eyewear brand saw revenue increase 10.2% year over year, and it plans to grow its physical footprint with 40 new stores in 2023.

By Dani James • Feb. 28, 2023

Saxx uses its first metaverse store to promote new collection

The men's underwear brand joins a growing list of companies launching virtual experiences to connect with consumers.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Feb. 28, 2023

Beyond Meat’s lean inventory is key, CFO says

The company is one of a growing number of firms pivoting to cut costs through layoffs, real estate consolidation and other measures.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Feb. 28, 2023

Vuori to open first Minnesota store in Mall of America

The new location is part of a broader strategy to open 100 U.S. stores over the next few years.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 28, 2023