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Conversational Commerce: Bonobos CEO shares the secret to building a connected workforce
The digitally native men's clothing brand is known for a tight-knit network that keeps colleagues connected, even when they start their own businesses.
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REI sunsets catalog, introduces print magazine
As part of the effort, the retailer plans to invest $100,000 in 10 local news organizations this year.
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7-Eleven adds location-based delivery option
The convenience store's latest in-app feature allows consumers to order cosmetics, snacks and other items from a public place like a park.
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4 grocers that are turning stores into destinations
E-commerce sales may be growing, but the store is still the core asset for many retailers. Here's how a few are making their locations into more than just a weekly shop.
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Uniqlo launches TikTok's 1st multimarket brand campaign
Participants that post videos of themselves wearing the retailer's clothing could appear on store screens and on social media.
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Google Pay expands PayPal integration
A company blog post said the move allows customers to "enjoy fewer steps at checkout, which often leads to higher conversion rates."
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OpinionIs experiential retail the antidote for outdoor retailers?
Outdoor specialty companies looking to stave off sector declines have taken notice of the experiential retail trend, writes Perkins Coie's Andrew Grant.
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FullBeauty brings on new CEO
Jim Fogarty, who has experience in multi-brand retail and bankruptcy restructuring, replaces Emilie Arel in the role and on the board.
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Amazon reprises dorm shopping deals
The e-commerce giant could have an advantage this year against retailers that may be forced to raise prices due to tariffs.
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ColumnRetail Therapy: The Chanel product that's a total slam dunk
The French fashion house is selling a $2,300 basketball, just one of many designers rebranding everyday objects as luxury.
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J.C. Penney and Macy's decry tariffs, warn of price hikes
Proposed import taxes would fall disproportionately on women, who are Penney's core shoppers, and would leave retailers with few short-term options.
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EBay rolls out AI-based personalization features
The e-commerce company is using machine learning to further support individual shopping patterns.
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Deep DiveRock bottom: Tracing the decline of diamond retail
The diamond jewelry retail industry is struggling to evolve. Can it turn itself around?
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Chico's cold to 3rd Sycamore bid
The retailer's board said it would review the latest offer of $3.00 per share, but noted it had already turned down two previous, higher offers.
UPDATED: June 19, 2019 at 5:06 p.m. -
Lululemon shutters men's only stores
A company spokesperson said shoppers have reacted better to the athletics retailer as "a dual-gender brand."
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Deep DiveAre traditional wedding registries a thing of the past?
While gift registries remain relevant, more and more couples are asking for cash to fund experiences, down payments on homes or fertility treatments.
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Neiman Marcus rolls out Alipay
The retailer is the latest to partner with the mobile payments company to draw in international customers.
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Crate & Barrel acquires home decor brand Hudson Grace
While the addition is relatively small, it could indicate that Crate & Barrel is exploring options with smaller format stores.
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Deep DiveDown the aisle: It's a new day for wedding apparel
One of the most disrupted retail markets today is one that Amazon has hardly touched.
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Shopify launches fulfillment network
The latest development from the commerce platform solves third-party logistics headaches but it's unclear what it means for Amazon.
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Hollister taps Twitch, gaming influencers for experiential event
The teen retailer will host in-store programs to connect with a new generation of gaming fans around a "Crash Bandicoot" relaunch.
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ColumnBackstage and Story are very pretty. But, will they lure shoppers to Macy's?
The department store employs creative means to drive foot traffic, but the draw may not be enough to pull shoppers in long-term.
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Snap alum launches curated online store Verishop
The e-commerce storefront promises free two-day shipping and round-the-clock customer service.
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WSJ: Forever 21 hires restructuring advisers
The fast-fashion retailer hopes to renegotiate leases and overhaul operations in its efforts to avoid bankruptcy, the publication reported.
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Spring was cold to specialty retail
Unseasonable weather and looming tariff jumps knocked several companies off their game, but a few only have themselves to blame.
