Pier 1 names CIO with roots in retail tech

New exec Lance Wills' focus on omnichannel solutions and digital transformation will challenge the retailer's operational efficiency.

By Samantha Schwartz • Feb. 5, 2019

Ralph Lauren gains traction

The company is yanking sales from off-price and department stores and its new styles are resonating with younger shoppers.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 5, 2019

Outdoor Voices poaches former Under Armour, Nike exec

Pamela Catlett will take on the role of president and COO, with over 15 years of prior experience at Nike and Under Armour combined.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 5, 2019

Ikea to test furniture leasing option in 30 markets

Testing has begun in Switzerland, the Netherlands, Sweden and Poland, and the company hopes to cut down on furniture waste through the service.

By Caroline Jansen • Updated April 4, 2019

FullBeauty files, exits bankruptcy in 24 hours

The plus-size apparel retailer won approval of its plan, breaking the record for the fastest Chapter 11. 

By Kaarin Moore • Updated Feb. 5, 2019

Target stocks women's body care brand Flamingo

The brand is following the lead of parent Harry's, which has been sold through the mass merchant since 2016.

By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 4, 2019

Federal pension agency sues Sears to take over pensions

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation is alleging Sears' pension plans are underfunded by $1.4 billion. The retailer's court hearing to approve ESL's bid also begins Monday.

By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 4, 2019

David Yurman awarded $1.6M in counterfeit case

The luxury jewelry company obtained a default judgment and permanent injunction against 31 defendants.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 4, 2019

Charlotte Russe plans for full chain liquidation if no buyer emerges

Without a firm commitment for a stalking horse bidder by Feb. 17, the apparel retailer plans to liquidate.

By Daphne Howland , Cara Salpini • Updated Feb. 6, 2019

Walmart to give bonuses for perfect attendance

The retailer is also giving some workers who face unexpected delays up to 48 hours without hurting their record.

By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 4, 2019

Draper James expands sizing

Reese Witherspoon's Southern-styled apparel brand is the latest to bring inclusivity to reach more women.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 4, 2019

Amazon's physical store sales fall 3%

Natural maturity and advancing competition are pressuring the company, but its services are filling gaps and protecting margins.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2019

J.Crew selects sustainable denim supplier, but is it a natural fit?

Apparel retailers are more proactive in pursuing sustainable sourcing, but they’re thwarted in many ways.

By Andy Burt • Feb. 1, 2019

H&M to shutter 160 stores amid profit slump

The apparel company is climbing a digital learning curve in a belated move to grow and integrate its e-commerce.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2019

Avon to slash workforce by another 10%

The job cuts, part of a turnaround strategy revision, come on top of an 8% reduction last year.

By Corinne Ruff • Feb. 1, 2019

Michaels to close 36 Pat Catan's stores

The retailer will rebrand some locations, but shuttering the smaller arts-and-crafts chain was inevitable, according to GlobalData Retail.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 31, 2019

Francesca's completes strategic review without a sale

The struggling women's apparel and accessories retailer announced a new $10 million loan to support its turnaround efforts.

By Corinne Ruff , Ben Unglesbee • Updated Aug. 14, 2019

FAO Schwarz to open at Selfridges in London

The iconic toy retailer's revival entails a return to its experiential stores and a global expansion.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 31, 2019

The running list of 2019 bankruptcy victims

Destination Maternity is the latest retailer to file, with plans to close roughly half its stores and sell itself in bankruptcy.

By Daphne Howland , Ben Unglesbee , Cara Salpini , Kaarin Moore , Caroline Jansen • Updated Oct. 23, 2019

Drugstores dig into dental care

CVS and Walgreens have both forged collaborations in the space in hopes that consumers will bite.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 31, 2019

Blue Apron introduces new retail line on Jet

The embattled company will offer a meal kit that bundles sauces, grains, spices and a recipe that shoppers then pair with retailer produce or protein.

By Jeff Wells • Jan. 31, 2019

Neiman Marcus calls on BLVD for beauty touch-up

The upgrades are only at some locations, which will feature the luxury beauty brand's salon, nail and brow services, among others.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 31, 2019

FabFitFun rakes in $80M more in VC funding

The investment will help the platform expand its merchandising and global operations and evolve as a marketing partner and brand launchpad.

By Corinne Ruff • Jan. 31, 2019

Target accelerator welcomes 10 new beauty startups

Participating brands could, like Girl+Hair, YUNI Beauty and Oars + Alps, end up in Target's digital or physical aisles.

By Corinne Ruff • Jan. 31, 2019

Alibaba steadfast amid China turbulence

Executives again touted the strength of China's middle class, saying innovation will help it grab its share of growing consumption for years.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 30, 2019