DSW changes corporate name to Designer Brands Inc.

The company also revealed a three-year strategic plan to build exclusive brands through its Camuto Group tie-up. 

By Corinne Ruff • Updated March 19, 2019

Victoria's Secret reintroduces swimwear

The brand had said that its decision to remove the category three years ago negatively impacted comp sales.

By Caroline Jansen • March 19, 2019

ThredUP: Resale will reach $51B in 5 years

About nine in 10 retail executives want to get into resale by next year, per the resale marketplace's annual report.

By Corinne Ruff • March 19, 2019

Walmart sparks social media upset after cutting price-matching

The chain's app-based Savings Catcher program will end on May 14, with the company stating that it already offers the lowest price on most items.

By Robert Williams • March 19, 2019

Shopko gets court OK for liquidation plan

A judge approved the retailer's most recent revisions to its plan to wind down and distribute liquidation proceeds.

By Ben Unglesbee , Kaarin Moore • Updated June 10, 2019

Lane Bryant announces collaboration with Beauticurve

Fashion blogger and influencer Rochelle Johnson is rolling out a new collection that aims to reinvigorate the brand.

By Corinne Ruff • March 18, 2019

Macy's to outsource IT unit

After shuttering 100 stores nationwide, the department store is now on the hunt for other ways to save money in its operations.

By Daphne Howland • March 18, 2019

Showfields debuts brick-and-mortar space for online brands

Digitally native brands like quip and others will be housed in the immersive space for the next few months, CEO Tal Zvi Nathanel told Retail Dive in an interview.

By Corinne Ruff • March 15, 2019

Ulta banks on exclusives to fuel growth after earnings beat

Partnerships with digitally native brands like Morphe and Kylie Cosmetics are paying off, and the retailer plans to double down on that strategy.

By Cara Salpini • March 15, 2019

Ascena Retail Group mulls its options after tough Q2

The apparel conglomerate is grappling with challenges both inside and outside its control.

By Daphne Howland • March 15, 2019

DTC brand Shoes of Prey shutters

The 10-year-old digitally native shoe brand, launched in Australia, closed after a roughly seven-month pause in its operations.

By Corinne Ruff • March 15, 2019

Reuters: Pier 1 takes further steps to manage debt

Bankruptcy may not be imminent, but the home furnishings retailer's market position looks increasingly precarious.

By Daphne Howland • March 15, 2019

Inditex profits take a hit as sales soar

The Zara parent has stoked e-commerce, with a goal to cover the globe with its operations, but that may be taking a toll.

By Daphne Howland • March 14, 2019

Dollar General to open 975 new stores

The dollar store will also remodel 1,000 others, at a time when other retailers are shuttering locations at an alarming pace.

By Daphne Howland • Updated March 15, 2019

'Old Sears' and 'new Sears' fighting in court again

Eddie Lampert and Sears Holdings are locked in a dispute over who owes what under the acquisition agreement that kept the Sears chain alive.

By Corinne Ruff , Ben Unglesbee • Updated May 29, 2019

Lush demos visual search app and fresh ‘digital packaging’ at SXSW

A mobile-packed activation let guests scan bath products for details like ingredients and price, while highlighting the brand's broader tech focus.

By Natalie Black (Koltun) • March 14, 2019

Target cleans up beauty with 'formulated without' icon

The new designation is part of a multi-year initiative to decrease chemicals in products and increase transparency in labeling.

By Corinne Ruff , Cara Salpini • Updated July 18, 2019

Amazon caves on seller pricing

The e-commerce giant is feeling the pressure not only from its own sellers and politicians of all stripes, but from shoppers as well.

By Daphne Howland • March 13, 2019

WSJ: Modell's Sporting Goods hires restructuring adviser

The specialty athletics retailer is considering a bankruptcy filing, among other options, sources told the publication.

By Cara Salpini • March 13, 2019

Rite Aid slashes 400 corporate jobs

The drugstore is shaking up its executive team, starting with John Standley stepping down as CEO, as it tries to compete as a much smaller retailer.

By Daphne Howland • March 13, 2019

Neiman Marcus swings to a loss as Hudson Yards store debuts

This week the luxury department store retailer opens a 188,000-square-foot store — its first in Manhattan — featuring product, services and dining options.

By Corinne Ruff • March 13, 2019

Barnes & Noble names new CIO

The retailer appointed Carlo Pochintesta to the position, who previously worked with Rag & Bone and Steve Madden. 

By Samantha Schwartz • March 13, 2019

Walmart CFO: online grocery is 'a great brand halo'

In a presentation to investors, Brett Biggs highlighted how online grocery is driving the company's overall growth. 

By Jessica Dumont • March 13, 2019

Stitch Fix hits 3M active clients

The apparel styling service reported that second quarter net revenue rose 25% year-over-year to $370.3 million.

By Corinne Ruff • March 12, 2019

Dick's profits, sales fall despite e-commerce gains

A 17% bump in online sales might be cannibalizing stores, according to analysts, but the retailer expects to return to positive comps in Q2.

By Cara Salpini • Updated March 14, 2019