Adidas CEO: Selling Yeezy designs in the future is ‘not part of our strategy’

Bjørn Gulden said that while the company is legally able to do that, “our task now is to limit the damage ... and build a business later without Yeezy.”

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 4, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Ulta CEO joins Best Buy’s board, while Petco plans for Halloween

Dave Kimbell comes in with deep specialty retail experience. Meanwhile, the pet retailer has already released a collection for the upcoming holiday.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 4, 2023

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The latest in experiential retail

From new store concepts to accessibility efforts, retailers are constantly shifting their approach to better cater to shopper needs.

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What marketers need to know about Gen Alpha

The cohort of “digital ninjas” is even more committed to purpose, gaming and technology than the digital natives of Gen Z, per a Razorfish study.

By Chris Kelly • Aug. 4, 2023

Happy Socks refreshes brand with new look

The visual refresh includes a new logo, icon, updated website and the redesign of its New York City flagship store. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 3, 2023

Nike plans ‘network’ of boutique fitness studios

The first location is set to open in Los Angeles later this year. Nike running and training studios will offer live classes and social fitness events.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 2, 2023

Fragrance brand Snif enters brick and mortar through Ulta partnership

The DTC brand’s products will be available at 525 of the beauty retailer’s stores as well as on its website.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 2, 2023

Skechers and Snoop Dogg collaborate on sneaker line as part of multi-year partnership

The line includes nine sneakers and the footwear giant plans to launch two other capsules with the rapper in the coming weeks.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 2, 2023

What’s working for — and against — retailers heading into the holidays?

This shopping season isn’t likely to be like last year, or the year before, or the year before that, experts say.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 2, 2023

Victoria’s Secret to stream fashion show special on Prime Video

A shoppable collection will accompany “The Victoria’s Secret World Tour,” which the company says is part documentary.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Aug. 1, 2023

Overstock officially rebrands as Bed Bath & Beyond

The launch merges the two companies into a single online shopping destination under the Bed Bath & Beyond name.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 1, 2023

Under Armour launches its first loyalty program

The athletics brand is late to the game, and well behind offerings from powerhouse rivals Nike and Adidas.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 1, 2023

Minted launches wedding marketplace

The platform is entering the wedding market as David’s Bridal undergoes its post-bankruptcy turnaround.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 1, 2023

Old Navy launches ‘kid-proof’ guarantee

The retailer is offering a money-back guarantee, stating that its uniforms will last through the school year.

By Kaarin Moore • July 31, 2023

Fanatics creates livestream commerce app

Fanatics Live allows fans and collectors to participate in creator-run, live shopping experiences from a dedicated app. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 31, 2023

Lacoste’s latest virtual store doubles down on exclusive experiences for loyalty members

In collaboration with virtual store developer Emperia, the brand is showcasing its summer collections on the platform.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • July 28, 2023

Hairstory fills out its C-suite

Over the past several months, the DTC hair care brand has named a new CEO, chief marketing officer, vice president of sales and design director.

By Howard Ruben • July 28, 2023

Adidas to release more Yeezy inventory in August, including through wholesale partners

The decision comes just a few days after the athletics retailer raised its guidance, citing the “positive impact” of the first Yeezy sale.

By Cara Salpini • July 28, 2023

Walmart adds travel perks to membership program

In a partnership with Expedia, Walmart+ members can find and book travel and earn Walmart Cash. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 27, 2023

Wayfair debuts home design, product visualization tool

Decorify allows shoppers to upload a photo of a room and receive style redesigns with shoppable product suggestions.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 27, 2023

Pacsun opens store dedicated to activewear

The 1,500-square-foot store, dubbed Pac1980, opened in the Mall of America and features leggings, skirts, onesies and tops.

By Howard Ruben • July 26, 2023

Serta Simmons Bedding names CEO

Following its exit from bankruptcy, the company also named a new chief marketing officer and executive chairman of the board. 

By Kaarin Moore • July 26, 2023

Wayfair names new chief marketing officer

Bob Sherwin is exiting the company after 10 years, with Paul Toms taking over the position.

By Dani James • July 26, 2023

Foxtrot’s newest store opens in Austin City Hall

The chain’s first location in a civic building will be followed later this year by a store on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin.

By Jessica Loder • July 26, 2023

Casper appoints new sales, marketing executives

Brad Bailey joins as chief sales officer and Jeff Willard as chief growth and marketing officer. The move comes after Casper sold its Canadian operations in April.

By Dani James • July 25, 2023

Adidas raises guidance after successful Yeezy drop

The first sale of leftover inventory slashed 250 million euros from its projected operating loss, and further drops could help even more.

By Cara Salpini • July 25, 2023