Convenience is in the eye of the beholder

Consumers are willing to be inconvenienced, as long as it's on their terms, writes Katie Thomas, who leads the Kearney Consumer Institute.

By Katie Thomas • Feb. 8, 2022

What retail has in store for 2022

A month into the new year, here are some of the top forces impacting retail, the trends we're watching and predictions for what is to come. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 7, 2022

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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.

By Retail Dive staff

From strangers to friends: Turning first-time visitors into longtime customers

Though deep personalization hinges on data, retailers can do a lot to deliver compelling, made-for-me experiences that will sway first-timers to stay and come back for more.

Feb. 7, 2022

Nike adds counterfeiting claims to NFT lawsuit against StockX

The shoe brand said it obtained four pairs of fake shoes that came with an authenticity guarantee.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated May 11, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: David’s Bridal targets a younger consumer and Versace plans for more stores

The bridal company launched its first junior collection, while the Capri brand aims to grow its physical footprint by nearly 100 stores.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 4, 2022

Target introduces 40 new beauty brands to its lineup

Half of the brands are from Black-owned or founded companies, and most products meet the retailer's clean standards for ingredient transparency.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 4, 2022

Reebok's head of creative direction to leave amid Authentic Brands acquisition

Kerby Jean-Raymond has been leading a refresh to the brand's vision since September 2020 and will step down March 1.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 3, 2022

Chewy highlights pet services in new 'Chatty Pets' campaign

The campaign builds on last year's #ChewyChattyPets TikTok challenge and will be distributed across linear TV, YouTube, Instagram and other platforms.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 3, 2022

Google's retail bets pay off during topsy-turvy holidays, ad revenue tops $61B

The tech giant is eyeing more shoppable opportunities in livestreaming, while its TikTok clone YouTube Shorts enters the "super early" testing phase. 

By Peter Adams • Feb. 2, 2022

Petco to offer pet boarding, sitting and walking through Rover

The expanded partnership builds on the services Petco already offers, like vet clinics and grooming, and further positions it as a one-stop shop for owners.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 2, 2022

The path forward for fashion's sustainable future may be affordability

Sustainability sells, but how can retailers market around the trendy topic when eco-friendly products are often inaccessible to the average consumer?

By Natalie Black (Koltun) • Feb. 2, 2022

In Nordstrom's podcast debut, Mickey Drexler gives the retailer a piece of his mind

Chief Brand Officer Pete Nordstrom helms a lively, casual production that helps illustrate how department stores still fit into consumers' lives.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 1, 2022

Technical tips to help retailers get the most out of a lease-to-own partnership

Fully integrating the lease-to-own option within your website and marketing efforts allows you to maximize conversion rates.

Jan. 31, 2022

Parachute gets deeper into furniture, plans 30 stores by year's end

After entering the furniture category with bed frames in September, the brand is now expanding that offering with nightstands and benches.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 31, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Mattel wins rights to Disney Princess and Frozen lines

Hasbro hung on to Star Wars, however, and gained the rights to Indiana Jones. Meanwhile, rumors continue to swirl around a Shein IPO.

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 28, 2022

Walmart’s store redesign could spell more trouble for department stores

The store includes more dynamic displays, QR codes and digital screens that "create opportunities for digital exploration," according to the retailer. 

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 28, 2022

Lowe’s partners with Petco for shop-in-shops

The store concept will be introduced first in Texas next month, with plans for 14 additional locations by the end of March.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 27, 2022

Hugo Boss shifts gears with major rebranding

In comeback mode, the company unveiled logo updates and celebrity marketing campaigns aimed at younger consumers.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 26, 2022

Athleta taps Alicia Keys to create capsule collection

The collection will drop on March 8, as the company continues to expand its product lines and digital content.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 26, 2022

‘We’re probably late to the game:’ Wilson exec on the brand’s New York flagship and DTC strategy

Gordon Devin, president of Wilson Sportswear, discusses the sports brand's recent pivot to DTC and what it's planning for future store locations.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 25, 2022

Savage X Fenty opens its first store in Las Vegas

The lingerie brand's first physical location features a tech-enabled fitting experience and size-inclusive mannequins.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 25, 2022

Amazon Go convenience stores are headed to suburbia

The retail concept is a way to reach on-the-go shoppers outside of the downtown locations where existing Amazon Go stores are located.

By Sam Silverstein • Jan. 25, 2022

Saks launches personal styling service

After shoppers take a brief quiz, the retailer will match them with a personal stylist and provide them with tailored recommendations within a day.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 24, 2022

5 ways to increase e-commerce revenue

Read on for 5 ways to increase e-commerce revenue, from offering alternative payment methods to enabling fraud detention and offering promo codes.

Jan. 24, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Ulta names its first female chief human resources officer

Also, Mattress Warehouse received an investment from a private equity firm and Coach introduced an apprenticeship program.

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 21, 2022