Moosejaw introduces gear, apparel resale program

The Walmart-owned retailer is offering customers store credit in exchange for their secondhand items.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 15, 2023

Purple fires back at activist investors seeking control over board

The DTC brand has issued cumulative voting preferred stock intended to “protect shareholders and treat them equally,” Chairman Paul Zepf said.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 15, 2023

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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

What it takes to be a successful DTC brand in 2023

Direct-to-consumer darlings like Warby Parker and Allbirds helped pave the way for more brands to enter the space. But now, the playbook has changed.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 15, 2023

Harley-Davidson introduces H-D Collections, a curated assortment of apparel lines

H-D Collections will launch with three lines, featuring new merchandise and vintage finds, and will showcase products online and in pop-up shops.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 15, 2023

Away exploring strategic options, including a sale: Bloomberg

The brand once boasted a $1.4 billion valuation. But over the years it has experienced challenges, including several C-suite changes.

By Dani James • Feb. 14, 2023

Grove Collaborative expands into Walmart, Amazon

As it deepens its wholesale presence, the brand is focused on profitability, co-founder and CEO Stuart Landesberg told Retail Dive.

By Dani James • Feb. 14, 2023

Lively moves into Canada

The new market launch follows a number of changes at the intimates brand in recent years, including an acquisition and a CEO transition.

By Caroline Jansen • Updated Feb. 14, 2023

Beauty brand Saltair launches fitness collaboration

The company has released a seven-day workout program with The Sculpt Society centered around self-care and body confidence.

By Dani James • Feb. 13, 2023

Target expands beauty assortment with ‘thousands’ of new products

The effort includes bringing in new Black-owned and inclusive brands, as well as more products that meet its Target Clean standards.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 13, 2023

What lies ahead for retail in 2023

Value-conscious consumers, rising layoffs and new leadership at some of retail’s major players are just a few forces shaping the industry so far.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 13, 2023

How the FDA stopped the momentum for CBD in food and drink

Several companies bought into the once-promising segment, but the government’s decision to not regulate the ingredient has left producers unwilling to invest further.

By Chris Casey • Feb. 13, 2023

New Balance brings new store concept to Boston

The concept, which first launched in China last year, has a curated merchandise selection meant to appeal to a younger audience.

By Dani James • Feb. 10, 2023

Bark lays off 12% of full-time workforce

The job cuts, which affect 126 employees, are intended to reduce costs as the online pet retailer works to reach profitability.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 10, 2023

Newell Brands taps new CEO amid sales decline

The Yankee Candle and Sharpie owner recorded an 18.5% drop in net sales for the fourth quarter and said its chief executive would retire in May.

By Dani James • Feb. 10, 2023

Adore Me to host shoppable, livestream runway show

Marking the second New York Fashion Week runway event for the DTC brand, it will showcase Valentine's Day and bridal styles.

By Dani James • Feb. 9, 2023

Alo Yoga unveils virtual store with beauty, workout content

The brand has experimented with NFT releases and cryptocurrency payments in recent months.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 8, 2023

Canada Goose to double physical footprint over the next 5 years

The luxury brand, which currently operates 51 stand-alone stores, plans to reach $3 billion in revenue by 2028.

By Dani James • Feb. 8, 2023

Under Armour turns to athleisure for growth

Catering to the rest of a customer’s day could triple its addressable market, according to interim chief Colin Browne.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 8, 2023

Ulta to sell beauty brand Odele in stores, online

The partnership adds to the beauty retailer’s growing assortment of products from DTC brands.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 7, 2023

Children’s brand Hanna Andersson launches activewear

The DTC company enters a new product category following a handful of executive leadership changes over the past several years.

By Dani James • Feb. 7, 2023

Peloton struggles to offload manufacturing assets

The connected fitness company is looking to shrink its operating footprint, but it hasn’t been able to find the right buyers.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 7, 2023

Ugg, Hoka stepped up DTC activity in Q3

Deckers is focused on having 50% of the business be direct to consumer, with the channel seeing an 18.7% increase during the quarter.

By Dani James • Feb. 6, 2023

Adidas launches first new label in five decades

Adidas Sportswear is fronted by new brand ambassador Jenna Ortega, and features tracksuits and other everyday looks.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 6, 2023

Mielle creates hair care bundles based on ‘Harlem’ characters

The partnership with the Prime Video show comes just weeks after Procter & Gamble announced plans to acquire the hair care brand.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 6, 2023

‘The music has stopped’: A look at venture capital in retail

VC funding in retail declined in 2022, and a slew of layoffs in 2023 paints a bleak picture. But it could just signal a return to normal.

By Dani James • Feb. 6, 2023