Made-to-measure menswear retailer Indochino scores $30m from China's Dayang

The companies believe that made-to-measure is the future of men's apparel.

By Daphne Howland • March 10, 2016

How should a CEO talk to employees? 10 retail experts weigh in

Does an all-caps rant from top brass inspire employees, or just come across as bullying?

By Kelsey Lindsey • March 9, 2016

Under Armour debuts Michael Phelps 'Rule Yourself' ad

The clip shows the celebrated swimmer training for what's likely his last Olympic Games. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 9, 2016

Study: Women's apparel tariffs as much as 6x higher than men's

A Texas A&M researcher has found a major reason behind the so-called “pink tax.”

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2016

Pinterest expands self-service advertising options

The new features include additional targeting terms open to SMBs. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 9, 2016

Amazon debuts talk show 'Style Code Live' to boost fashion cred

Amazon usually reserves its programming for its Prime members, but 'Style Code Live' will be free to anyone—and for good reason.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2016

Amazon continues rapid expansion of college-based pickup centers

Amazon’s growth on college campuses poses a major threat to Barnes and Noble Education.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2016

Home Depot settles with customers over 2014 data breach

The $19.5 million settlement, which awaits approval from the federal court in Atlanta, caps nearly two years of litigation.

By Daphne Howland • March 9, 2016

Kate Spade to add click-and-collect fulfillment options

Online options are paying off for the luxury retailer. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 8, 2016

Sports Authority woes bode well for Dick's Sporting Goods

Dick’s missed expectations in Q4 and its inventories are high, but the company says this will be a good year.

By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2016

Urban Outfitters sees flat sales amid flat fashion environment

CEO Richard Hayne highlighted a problem vexing many apparel retailers these days: there’s no real reason for shoppers to fill their closets with new clothes.

By Daphne Howland • March 8, 2016

Is Nordstrom immune to department store malaise?

Department stores are faltering across America, but Nordstrom seems different. Is it?

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Saks debuts personalized online shopping service

The new technology enables Saks associates to create web pages of curated goods. 

By Ian P. Murphy • March 7, 2016

Amazon targets San Diego for second brick-and-mortar store

Who knows about those rumors of 300 to 400 stores, but there will be at least two stores for sure.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Staples working on 'Plan B' in case Office Depot merger fails

CEO Ron Sargent gave few details, but told analysts Friday that Staples is working on a comeback plan.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Retailers added 55k new jobs last month

Employment stayed healthy in February at 4.9%, according to the U.S. Labor Department, but wages dropped—a worry for retailers.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Nike is the focus of Kenyan anti-corruption investigation

It can be tricky to separate legit gifts from bribes when doing business abroad, and Nike’s payment to the country's running team is even murkier.

By Daphne Howland • March 7, 2016

Retail Therapy: Dolce & Gabbana's 'slave sandal' and Steve Harvey's eggs

Every week, we bring you the most interesting retail reads from around the Web. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • March 4, 2016

Staples closing 50 stores amid dim outlook, falling sales

The retailer saw a profit in the fourth quarter that still missed expectations and said this quarter would also see sales fall.

By Daphne Howland • March 4, 2016

Barnes & Noble to shutter fewer stores than expected, new prototype stores coming

Despite a botched website relaunch, the retailer is hanging in there with a strong Q3, helped by sales of paperbacks and non-book goods.

By Daphne Howland • March 4, 2016

Consumer confidence drops on economic insecurities

The index’s snapshot of consumer sentiment suggests that the economy’s bounce from the Great Recession is not reaching everyone sufficiently.

By Daphne Howland • March 4, 2016

Costco raising minimum starting hourly pay

While Costco institutes wage increases for the top end of its pay scale every year, it's been nine years since the low end has seen a hike.

By Daphne Howland • March 4, 2016

American Eagle reports healthy Q4, even healthier expectations

The teen apparel retailer is being boosted by sales at its Aerie brand, which features "real" women as models and eschews photoshopping in promotions.

By Daphne Howland • March 3, 2016

Target announces major changes to enhance in-store experience

The retailer, which also announced a collaboration with Finnish design company Marimekko, says it aims to be Americans’ all-around retailer.

By Daphne Howland • March 3, 2016

Costco misses expectations as wealthier shoppers tighten purse strings

Members appear to be scaling back spending as the volatile stock market hits their wallets.

By Daphne Howland • March 3, 2016