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Dr. Squatch rolls out personal care products at Walmart
Following on the heels of its digitally native peers, an array of the brand's products will be available at over 1,600 physical locations.
By Maria Monteros • Nov. 23, 2021 -
Authentic Brands puts IPO on hold as it brings in new investors
Current investors sold significant stakes to CVC Capital Partners and HPS Investment Partners as the branding specialist chases more growth.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 22, 2021 -
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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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Glossier opens second store this year with new LA flagship
The location in West Hollywood is just a few blocks away from where the DTC beauty brand had a previous store on Melrose Place.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 22, 2021 -
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'You can almost taste the hot chocolate': Why catalogs are still winning holiday marketing
As digital advertising becomes less reliable and more expensive, retailers are turning back to print to win over consumers during peak season.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 22, 2021 -
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Away names its first operations and digital chiefs
In addition to introducing two new positions to the C-suite, the luggage brand named a new chief marketing officer, Melissa Weiss.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 18, 2021 -
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How e-commerce retailers stacked up in Q3
A flood of DTC brands entered the public markets this year. Now, we're seeing how those companies and other online brands are holding up.
By Caroline Jansen • Updated Nov. 23, 2021 -
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Foot Locker merges Champs Sports and Eastbay brands
The combo, which brings together two decades-old, sports-focused names, aims to be a go-to for student athletes.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 15, 2021 -
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Casper to be acquired by private equity firm, CEO steps down
After its IPO in 2020, the brand will go private again through a deal with Durational Capital Management, as its co-founder exits the chief executive role.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 15, 2021 -
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Canada Goose's first footwear collection goes live
Featuring two styles, the brand's footwear is meant to both protect against the elements and also appeal to lifestyle shoppers.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 12, 2021 -
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Warby Parker's sales up 32%, while losses widen
In its first public earnings report since its direct listing in late September, the DTC eyewear brand also raised its full-year guidance.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 12, 2021 -
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The RealReal settles investor lawsuit over authentication claims
The luxury resale specialist is set to pay $11 million to resolve a class action that questioned its process of vetting fakes.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 12, 2021 -
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How Nike execs think through its digital ecosystem
Recent collaborations with Megan Thee Stallion and Dick's Sporting Goods have built on the brand's efforts to craft a connected shopping experience across its channels.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 11, 2021 -
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Deep DiveThese traditional brands are shifting to a DTC model. Here's how.
Athletics retailers are in some ways leading this shift, but brands across the industry are doubling down on the model to grow margins.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 11, 2021 -
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The Children's Place launches tween brand Sugar & Jade
The specialty retailer is entering into the $8 billion tween apparel market with the introduction of its new DTC entity.
By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 10, 2021 -
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Amazon will accept Venmo next year
"Pay with Venmo is one of the key revenue drivers for Venmo going forward," PayPal CEO Dan Schulman said.
By Jonathan Berr • Nov. 10, 2021 -
Global Brands to wind down
The company, which owns brands and makes products for others, has been facing severe liquidity shortages and strains from the pandemic.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 9, 2021 -
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Grove Collaborative launches holiday collection at Target
Months after entering physical retail, the DTC brand is expanding its assortment with limited-edition products, dubbed Sparks of Joy.
By Maria Monteros • Nov. 9, 2021 -
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Walgreens to sell Hims & Hers personal care products in store, online
Since going public this year, the telehealth company has added products to its assortment and expanded its distribution network with other retailers.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 8, 2021 -
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17 retailers have filed for IPOs in 2021. What does that say about the industry?
From Warby Parker and Allbirds to Claire's and Mattress Firm, companies across sectors are seizing the opportunity to enter the public markets.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 8, 2021 -
Wayfair's sales fall nearly 20% as consumers shift spending
The retailer benefited from selling online and in an in-demand category during the pandemic. But it may be at a disadvantage as shoppers return to stores.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 4, 2021 -
Crocs, ThredUp partner on resale
Crocs' durable shoes are "perfectly built for a second life," as the brand is the latest to get into the resale game.
By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 4, 2021 -
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Bed Bath & Beyond launches online marketplace, partners with Kroger
The home goods retailer on Tuesday also said it will complete its stock buyback program by the end of this fiscal year, two years ahead of schedule.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 3, 2021 -
Serta taps leader of its Tuft & Needle unit as new CEO
Shelley Huff is set to take over the mattress specialist as it chases sales in a market reshaped by DTC brands.
By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 3, 2021 -
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Vuori doesn't need the $400M it just raised. How founder Joe Kudla approaches scale, profitably.
In a space where many brands are filing for IPOs with a history of losses, Kudla believes "profitability should be important."
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 2, 2021 -
Glossier brings on new CFO, chief commercial officer
Vanessa Wittman, who took the chief finance role just over two years ago, will be replaced by Seun Sodipo, most recently a finance executive at Stripe.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 2, 2021
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