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Aerosoles footwear brand to be acquired by American Exchange
The shoe seller survived a bankruptcy in 2017 and is set to become its own division under its new parent, which both licenses and owns brands.
By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 21, 2022 -
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Luggage brand Monos raises $10M in Series A funding
The company plans to use the capital to expand its offline presence, acquire talent and create a more robust product development pipeline.
By Maria Monteros • Jan. 21, 2022 -
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TrendlineWhat'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.
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Hims & Hers to sell hair care products at Walmart
The company already sells hair loss products through The Vitamin Shoppe and has expanded its retail partners and assortment in recent months.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 21, 2022 -
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Bonobos CEO exits after 5 years at the company
Micky Onvural is leaving the company to assume the role of chief marketing and communications officer at financial services firm TIAA, effective Monday.
By Maria Monteros • Jan. 20, 2022 -
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Parade launches free recycling program in the US
Through the initiative, consumers can send the DTC brand gently used underwear from any brand in exchange for a 20% credit.
By Maria Monteros • Jan. 18, 2022 -
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Almost 6 in 10 US consumers shopped at a DTC brand in 2021: report
Traditional retailers are winning the love of American shoppers over digitally native brands, according to a report from Diffusion.
By Maria Monteros • Jan. 18, 2022 -
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6 DTC trends to watch in 2022
While 2021 marked a year of growth for DTC brands, existing problems became more apparent. Brands will need to address those challenges in the year ahead.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 18, 2022 -
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Il Makiage parent company secures $130M in funding
The recent round, which values Oddity at $1.5 billion, was led by billionaire businessman Thomas Tull and Franklin Templeton, among others.
By Maria Monteros • Jan. 11, 2022 -
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Bark co-founder reclaims CEO role
Matt Meeker resumes the chief executive role less than two years after Manish Joneja, an Amazon veteran, succeeded him.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 11, 2022 -
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Billie to enter physical stores for the first time via Walmart
The DTC razor brand's products will be available at over 4,000 locations starting in February.
By Maria Monteros • Jan. 11, 2022 -
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Rihanna's Savage X Fenty to open stores in 5 US cities
Beginning with Las Vegas this month, the musician's lingerie brand will open its first locations sometime early this year.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2022 -
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Why so many DTC brands are into activewear
Whether they launched in the space or expanded into it, DTC brands are taking advantage of athleisure's continued popularity to fuel their businesses.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 6, 2022 -
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Fabletics launches Any-Wear collection
The new offering, which features pieces like pants and a midi dress, is meant to be worn for various activities, like working from home or running errands.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 4, 2022 -
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Deep Dive10 retail trends to watch in 2022
Last year upended some trends and accelerated others. What will 2022 bring for retailers?
By Daphne Howland , Ben Unglesbee , Cara Salpini , Kaarin Moore , Caroline Jansen , Maria Monteros • Jan. 4, 2022 -
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Crocs to acquire Heydude footwear brand for $2.5B
Founded in Italy, the brand widens the total market for the clog maker to more than $160 billion, by the company's estimates.
By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 23, 2021 -
Arhaus expands US manufacturing capacity with North Carolina facility
The furniture company also broadened its supplier base to meet demand.
By Colin Campbell • Dec. 23, 2021 -
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Skechers goes through board shakeout
Four longtime board members are out, a new director is in, and an investment firm is pushing for more cash for shareholders.
By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 22, 2021 -
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Supergoop sells majority stake to Blackstone
The SPF-focused beauty brand will use the investment to help it launch new products, educate consumers and expand internationally.
By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 21, 2021 -
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Vietnam factory closures cause Nike to cancel 130M units
Those factories are now operational and Nike has returned to 80% of its weekly production volume pre-closure, executives said.
By Cara Salpini • Dec. 21, 2021 -
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Brazilian footwear company buys 49.9% stake in Rothy's
A deal between Alpargatas and the popular DTC brand will result in a post-investment valuation of $1 billion.
By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 21, 2021 -
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Food52 to acquire Schoolhouse for $48M
The acquisition strengthens the website's position in the home space after buying housewares brand Dansk and launching Home52.
By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 21, 2021 -
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Andie raises $18.5M in Series B funding
The brand touted its high growth in the U.S. and Australia as it seeks to strengthen its omnichannel strategy.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 20, 2021 -
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Adidas, Allbirds release low-carbon running shoe
The initial drop will have limited quantities, with four new colorways set to launch in a broader rollout this spring.
By Cara Salpini • Dec. 20, 2021 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Target to launch 'Bet on Black' startup pitch competition
The retailer will provide mentorship and a total of $500,000 in funding. Meanwhile, Janie and Jack names a new CEO and Bark comes to REI.
By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 17, 2021 -
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Indochino to launch into womenswear
The custom apparel retailer will also be increasing products for grooms and groomsmen as it pushes further into the wedding market.
By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 16, 2021
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