Consumer Trends
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Ikea partners with Annie Leibovitz for Life at Home Report project
The famous photographer, which the retailer has named its artist in residence, will take portraits of people inside their homes all over the world.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Feb. 1, 2023 -
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Canada Goose, Francesca’s launch resale options
The used goods market is booming, crossing categories and price points, and is mostly growing online with the help of third-party platforms.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 31, 2023 -
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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail
From drones to smart fitting rooms, to cashless purchases to virtual meditation, how the consumer engages with retailers continue to evolve.
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E-commerce sales exceeded $1 trillion in 2022: report
Total digital retail commerce hit a record in Q4 last year, reaching $332.2 billion, according to Comscore.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 31, 2023 -
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Sponsored by American Express and PayPalLeverage your advantages: 4 ways small businesses can hit the ground running in 2023
With the new year comes a fresh slate full of opportunity, and what you do in the beginning of the year can help set you up for success in the months to come.
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Levi’s CEO: ‘The skinny jean is not going anywhere’
Baggy styles are on-trend and selling, but the closet staple is hanging around. Meanwhile, the company sees inventory returning to normal by mid-year.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 26, 2023 -
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Mobile commerce is on the rise, but obstacles remain
A third of U.S. consumers who don’t shop on their phones said that’s because it’s easier to shop on a computer, Forrester found.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 25, 2023 -
What retailers can expect from consumers this year
Consumers are more cautious and discerning, yet eager to get out and about, Euromonitor’s Michelle Evans told an NRF audience last week.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 23, 2023 -
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8 DTC retail trends to watch in 2023
With macroeconomic challenges from 2022 seeping into the new year, brands are balancing out their store count, pushing for profitability and more.
By Dani James • Jan. 23, 2023 -
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Resale dominates National Retail Federation’s ‘Big Show’
Secondhand goods present retailers with a lucrative sales opportunity at an uncertain time for the industry, according to several presenters.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2023 -
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J. Crew embraces resale
“J. Crew Always” involves online sales of used goods in partnership with ThredUp, as well as an assortment of vintage finds at select stores.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2023 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Pink Sauce to hit Walmart shelves and Emma Chamberlain is the face of Lancôme
Dave’s Gourmet is producing the TikTok sauce sensation while beauty company Lancôme courts a younger generation.
By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 13, 2023 -
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Inflation moderated in December, giving retailers some hope
The holidays led many consumers to buy more discretionary items, but they’re likely going to remain careful about their spending this year.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 13, 2023 -
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New Lands’ End CEO wants to grow customer base, open stores
With rising customer acquisition costs online, Andrew McLean says traditional marketing methods — including its catalog — could be key.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 12, 2023 -
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‘Retailers are getting squeezed’ by price-weary consumers, supply chain costs: report
Nearly all 50 retail executives surveyed in Deloitte’s latest study expect inflation to pressure profits this year.
By Dani James • Jan. 12, 2023 -
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Fitch: Gulf between retail’s winners and losers to widen in 2023
Default rates will likely remain low, but the firm is watching for bankruptcies from major players like Party City, Rite Aid and Bed Bath & Beyond.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 10, 2023 -
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Deep Dive9 retail trends to watch in 2023
With the threat of a recession looming, the new year brings about a slew of challenges for retailers — but not all is gloomy.
By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 9, 2023 -
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5 trends that shaped the holidays in 2022
From deep discounts to metaverse activations, here are some of the biggest influences on the season.
By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 9, 2023 -
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Sponsored by Oracle Retail7 steps to turn shopper insight into action
Learn how retailers that leverage the power of a retail platform will stay on top.
By Rose Spicer • Jan. 9, 2023 -
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US shoppers took on over $1,500 in holiday debt: report
Consumers relied on buy now, pay later, credit cards and store cards to finance their 2022 holiday spending, according to LendingTree.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 6, 2023 -
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Shoppers spent record-breaking $211.7B online during 2022 holiday season: report
Discounts also hit record highs, which were “strong enough to sustain discretionary spending through the entire season,” according to Adobe.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 6, 2023 -
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Total holiday spend grew nearly 7% in 2022: report
Though retailers saw an uptick in sales online and in stores this year, inflation has undercut growth, according to GlobalData.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 4, 2023 -
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Podcast
The Backroom: Ushering in the new year with Doug Stephens
What retailers should know about the realities of the metaverse and more futuristic observations from the retail prophet.
By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 29, 2022 -
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Survey: Inflation is slowing consumer spending on footwear
Consumers choose online shopping for more product options and will switch brands or retailers to save money.
By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 21, 2022 -
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Consumers are hitting the brakes on apparel purchases: UBS
Department stores and other retailers dependent on clothing sales face a gloomy 2023 and may shutter more locations, according to the analysts.
By Daphne Howland • Dec. 21, 2022 -
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Nearly 80% of US adults have never participated in a live shopping event: report
The live commerce industry has blossomed in China, but it has a long way to go in terms of U.S. adoption, according to Morning Consult data.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 20, 2022
