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  • An in-store display of Carhartt items is pictured, including multiple clothing racks, a mannequin and a sign.
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    Carhartt expands its resale program to allow mail-in trades

    The workwear brand’s Reworked partnership with Trove will allow it to reach customers throughout the U.S. by the end of 2023.

    By Laurel Deppen • July 21, 2023
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    Whole Foods to deploy Amazon One chainwide

    The specialty grocer plans to offer the palm recognition and payment system at its more than 500 stores by the end of 2023. 

    By Sam Silverstein • July 21, 2023
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    The state of loss prevention in retail

    The types of losses attributed to retail theft has become more apparent — as is the need for more in-depth reporting and prevention strategies. 

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Lowe’s expands shop-in-shop partnership with Petco to 300 stores

    Both companies are strategically growing their operations to better serve rural communities. 

    By July 20, 2023
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    Dollar General seeks to increase supplier diversity

    The discount retailer said the move will help provide more relevant products to customers.

    By Nate Delesline III • July 20, 2023
  • A smiling, diverse group of people, stand in a row, wearing colorful tops and blue jeans of various shades.
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    Macy’s unveils first brand in private label revamp

    The development of the women’s apparel brand, On 34th, was led by former Target merchants and will be available next month.

    By July 20, 2023
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    Cuup acquired by FullBeauty Brands

    The digitally native intimates brand shares a similar focus on size inclusivity with FullBeauty, which acquired Eloquii in April.

    By Dani James • July 20, 2023
  • Estee Lauder Lipsticks on display.
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    Estée Lauder takes down some systems following cyberattack

    ALPHV, the ransomware threat actor taking credit for the attack, threatened to reveal more information about the data it claims to have stolen from the cosmetics conglomerate.

    By Matt Kapko • July 20, 2023
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    Uncertainty around UPS is ‘kryptonite’ to supply chains, RILA warns

    The Retail Industry Leaders Association on Wednesday urged the carrier and the Teamsters, whose contract expires July 31, to get a deal done quickly.

    By July 19, 2023
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    Ross moves closer to 100 store openings goal this year

    The off-price apparel and home fashion retailer, which opened 27 stores in June and July, wants to eventually grow to 2,900 locations.

    By Nate Delesline III • July 19, 2023
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    Sur La Table expands national footprint, private label offering

    Three years after surviving a pandemic-era bankruptcy, the culinary experiential retailer is back in growth mode on multiple fronts.

    By Nate Delesline III • July 18, 2023
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    Revolution Beauty CEO to exit as part of Boohoo settlement

    As part of an agreement with shareholder Boohoo, Bob Holt will step down from the beauty company’s board and remain interim CEO until Aug. 31.

    By Dani James • July 18, 2023
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    Walmart celebrates 10th anniversary of Open Call pitch competition

    The retailer’s largest sourcing event is part of a broader strategy to source products that are made, grown or assembled in the U.S.

    By July 18, 2023
  • The entrance to a store with the word "Express" repeated above each glass door.
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    Express chief merchandising officer exits

    Malissa Akay has left the apparel retailer effective immediately, according to a Friday regulatory filing.

    By Nate Delesline III • July 17, 2023
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    British apparel brand Arne expands to the US

    The brand has already launched its U.S. website and plans to open brick-and-mortar stores in Los Angeles and New York.

    By Howard Ruben • July 17, 2023
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    David’s Bridal will keep nearly 200 stores open under new ownership

    The chain has been seeking a buyer since before its April bankruptcy filing. An offer from Cion Investment Corp. was approved last week.

    By Updated July 24, 2023
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    Rag & Bone co-founder Marcus Wainwright steps down as chief brand officer

    Creative duties will be handed to Jennie McCormick for womenswear, footwear and accessories, and Kyle Sweeney for menswear and merchandising.

    By Lara Ewen • July 17, 2023
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    Authentic Brands taps ex-Tapestry, Saks alum as CFO

    Kevin Wills is taking the company’s CFO seat as the firm is once again contemplating going public. It shelved previous IPO plans in 2021.

    By Grace Noto • July 17, 2023
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    Beauty packaging gets a makeover with growing number of refillable options

    Cosmetics and beauty products can create a lot of waste, leading to renewed interest in reusable and refillable options. But designing those options, and ensuring that consumers will adapt to them, is a complex task.

    By Danielle Beurteaux • July 17, 2023
  • Lululemon launches Mirror sales in stores.
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    Lululemon lays off 100 amid Lululemon Studio integration

    Since acquiring Mirror for $500 million in 2020, the athletics brand has slowly shifted its strategy away from hardware to app-based workout content.

    By Dani James • July 14, 2023
  • Consumer Prices Climb Higher Than Expected For January
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    The Weekly Closeout: Layoffs at The Children’s Place and inflation dips to lowest levels since March 2021

    The kids retailer said it’s ending the lease on its New Jersey headquarters, and in June the consumer price index rose just 3% year over year. 

    By Retail Dive Staff • July 14, 2023
  • Designers sue Shein for copyright infringement under racketeering laws

    The RICO statute could help plaintiffs wrestle with the e-commerce giant’s unusual corporate structure and production strategy, experts say. 

    By July 14, 2023
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    Madison Reed hires chief revenue officer

    The hair color company and salon owner has brought on Angela Jaskolski, who has previous experience at Aveda and the Regis Corporation.

    By Howard Ruben • July 14, 2023
  • Walgreens signage is seen at a store on Court Street on January 05, 2023 in the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood of the Brooklyn borough in New York City.
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    Walgreens closing e-commerce distribution center in Illinois

    The company will lay off 393 employees on or around Aug. 28, according to a WARN notice.

    By Max Garland • July 14, 2023
  • Bankruptcy judge OKs sale of BuyBuy Baby brand and digital assets for $15.5M

    The distressed retailer’s brick-and-mortar stores are now slated to close after no bids materialized to keep them open.

    By Nate Delesline III • July 12, 2023
  • A fleet of Rivian-produced electric vehicles.
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    Amazon deliveries made by Rivian EVs surge to 150M

    The e-commerce giant has deployed over 5,000 custom Rivian EVs as it works to decarbonize its fleet.

    By Alejandra Carranza • July 12, 2023