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  • Brown haired person smiles and holds a bright pink Loops package
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    Skincare brand Loops expands into Target nationwide

    The decision to work with the mass retailer was influenced by customer input, according to Loops CEO Meg Bedford.

    By Dani James • Feb. 5, 2023
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    Our Place continues retail expansion with new LA store

    The DTC cookware brand opened its first store around two months ago on Abbot Kinney Boulevard.

    By • Feb. 3, 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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    CVS launches beauty and personal care brand

    CVS Pharmacy wants to target its broad customer base with affordable products through its new private label, One+Other.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 3, 2023
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    Ariana Grande to buy her beauty brand’s assets from Forma Brands for $15M

    The singer’s brand, R.e.m. Beauty, entered into a licensing agreement with the company in December 2020.

    By Dani James • Feb. 2, 2023
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    Macy’s to sell Tracee Ellis Ross’ haircare brand online, in stores

    The move marks Pattern’s first partnership with a department store and adds to its growing list of retail partners, which include Ulta and Sephora.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 2, 2023
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    DTC brand Ruggable lays off 100 corporate employees

    The rug brand joins other direct-to-consumer companies that have turned to staff cuts in recent months in light of macroeconomic conditions.

    By Dani James , • Feb. 2, 2023
  • Boxes of several varieties of Magic Spoon cereal lay around a bowl of the multicolored Fruity variety.
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    Magic Spoon expands retail launch to 6,800 stores

    The cereal brand, which was only available online until last summer, will be sold at Walmart, Kroger and Albertsons, as well as more Target locations.

    By Megan Poinski • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Peloton touts ‘best quarterly performance’ in a year

    However, revenue was still down 30% year over year and net loss exceeded $300 million.

    By Dani James • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Walmart to sell hair care line by actress Tia Mowry

    The mass merchant has steadily been adding to its roster of up-and-coming brands in order to stay relevant with consumers.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Nike, Tiffany announce collaboration

    The big-name partnership drew a host of disappointed comments online, specifically around the Air Force 1.

    By • Feb. 1, 2023
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    9 emerging DTC brands to watch in 2023

    From makeup and skincare to tinned fish and running shoes, these are the brands that stand out in an increasingly crowded retail environment.

    By • Feb. 1, 2023
  • Interior shot of Tom Brady's Brady activewear line with mannequins, a large TV screen, apparel on racks and a football in a case.
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    Tom Brady’s activewear brand launches at Dick’s Sporting Goods

    The brand will be available on the athletics retailer’s website and at its House of Sport locations.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 31, 2023
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    Skims appoints chief commercial officer

    Robert Norton brings leadership experience from Moncler and Roberto Cavalli to the direct-to-consumer brand.

    By Dani James • Jan. 31, 2023
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    Purple projects net loss up to $97.5M for 2022

    CEO Rob DeMartini said that inflationary pressure on consumer spending and increased promotional activity have impacted profitability. 

    By Dani James • Jan. 31, 2023
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    Unilever names new CEO

    Hein Schumacher takes the helm of the CPG giant in July. Alan Jope announced his retirement in September.

    By Megan Poinski • Jan. 30, 2023
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    Vera Bradley shakes up leadership, takes full ownership of Pura Vida

    The DTC brand’s founders left, along with much of Vera Bradley’s C-suite, as new CEO Jacqueline Ardrey slashes costs.

    By • Jan. 30, 2023
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    Foxtrot to open new store in Washington, DC

    The latest location in Farragut Square marks its seventh brick-and-mortar store in the region. 

    By Dani James • Jan. 30, 2023
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    Amass Brands acquires operating assets of wine company Winc

    The spirits conglomerate is taking on several brands from Winc’s portfolio, which filed for bankruptcy in December due in part to declining DTC sales. 

    By Dani James • Jan. 27, 2023
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    Newell Brands to lay off 13% of office staff

    The cuts will be done by the end of 2023 and are part of a broader restructuring plan aimed at saving up to $250 million a year.

    By • Jan. 27, 2023
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    Activewear brand On doubles down on triathlon with three brand ambassadors

    The company is also launching an “On Track Nights” global running event series that will feature athlete appearances and track races.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 27, 2023
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    Gymshark lays off 65 US employees

    The U.K.-based athletics brand joins a growing list of direct-to-consumer companies announcing layoffs as the year starts.

    By Dani James • Jan. 26, 2023
  • Unilever to acquire Paula's Choice skincare.
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    Paula’s Choice CEO exits

    Tara Poseley, who has led the brand since 2016, is succeeded by Chief Marketing Officer Erika Kussmann.

    By Dani James • Jan. 26, 2023
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    DTC kids brand Nugget raises prices

    The company, known for its modular couches, cited rising production costs as the reason for needing to adjust prices for the first time since 2014.

    By • Jan. 26, 2023
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    Podcast

    The Backroom: What’s going on with DTC this year?

    The team introduces new co-host Dani James and talks about changes in the direct-to-consumer space and the ongoing importance of brick and mortar.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 26, 2023
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    Hims & Hers unveils new shampoo, conditioner products

    The new line of volumizing products comes as the brand continues its brick-and-mortar expansion with wholesale partners.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 25, 2023