The top reason Amazon Prime members pony up? Free shipping

The number of Amazon Prime members who say they prize the free shipping option is far outpacing those that are drawn by other perks.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 6, 2015

Balmain x H&M collection ignites a frenzy in stores, online

People are starting to turn around and sell the discounted Parisian line for profit on eBay and other marketplaces.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 6, 2015

Explore the Trendline➔

Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Birchbox partners with Rent the Runway to open new shop

The partnership marks a new era in the online retailers' continued push into brick-and-mortar stores.

By Barbara Thau • Nov. 5, 2015

Survey: More affluent shoppers will buy on Black Friday, Cyber Monday

The findings run counter to perceptions that Black Friday is dominated by budget-minded shoppers. 

By Barbara Thau • Nov. 5, 2015

Can delivery startups maintain their momentum?

A test by a New York Times blogger finds that a 30% markup is common when ordering through the likes of Instacart and Postmates, a vulnerability in a space where companies have yet to report profits.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 5, 2015

Study: In-store pickup fails for 50% of consumers

Retailers struggle to satisfy customers while maintaining margins, a study from JDA Software Group, Inc. finds.  

By Ian P. Murphy • Nov. 4, 2015

Insider tips to capture mobile dollars this holiday season

From engaging apps to helpful inventory listings, retailers have multiple things to keep in mind when preparing for mobile holiday shopping. 

By Barbara Thau • Nov. 4, 2015

Google gears up for drone delivery by 2017

The move comes as retailers from Amazon to Wal-Mart explore these unmanned aircraft systems as the answer to instant package delivery.

By Barbara Thau • Nov. 4, 2015

Holiday windows still help build brands, increase traffic

Lavish displays are a tradition that lives on in the digital age. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Nov. 4, 2015

Is the athleisure movement here to stay?

The athleisure trend produced more than $2 billion in sales last year. 

By Barbara Thau • Nov. 3, 2015

Last minute holiday campaigns

Ready or not retail season is here. Read about three last minute campaigns you can implement before Black Friday. 

Nov. 3, 2015

Kmart brings back the Blue Light Special

The discounter hopes its fabled marketing ploy will breath new life into the troubled chain.

By Barbara Thau • Nov. 3, 2015

Handmade at Amazon an 'Etsy killer'? Not so fast

Retail pundits say Amazon's new Handmade marketplace could unravel Etsy, the global platform for artisan goods. But will Etsy end up being the little engine that could?  

By Barbara Thau • Nov. 2, 2015

Amazon to shut down two units, including Local

The closure reflects the waning appeal of daily-deal sites. 

By Barbara Thau • Nov. 2, 2015

Retail Therapy: Retailers' Halloween hits and misses

In a special Halloween themed issue, we bring you some of the best retail reads from around the Web. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • Oct. 30, 2015

Report: 76% of holiday sales will be spent on 1% of products

Wearable tech injects new life into electronics, while gift cards maintain their near decade-long spot as top seasonal gift.

By Barbara Thau • Oct. 30, 2015

QVC to launch Apple TV app with on-screen buy button

The app will compete with Amazon’s upcoming Fire TV shopping platform.

By Barbara Thau • Oct. 30, 2015

Why digital dominates the retail sales story this holiday season

Mobile commerce and ‘click-and-mortar’ shopping are among the key themes this season.

By Barbara Thau • Oct. 29, 2015

Ikea debuts toy line inspired by children's drawings

The line reflects a growing movement towards "conscious capitalism."

By Barbara Thau • Oct. 29, 2015

Target CEO on stores: 'We owed our guests a better presentation'

Brian Cornell said mannequins and higher end merchandising displays are boosting sales in stores. 

By Barbara Thau • Oct. 28, 2015

Deloitte: Digital set to drive holiday shopping

Shoppers will use all channels to buy gifts for themselves and others this year. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Oct. 28, 2015

Deutsche Bank: US holiday spending could be best since the recession

The analysis goes against many other reports that are predicting a somewhat-dire holiday season for retailers. 

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 27, 2015

Survey: Most consumers don't trust retailers with their data

"Intrusive" activities also undermine consumer trust. 

By Ian P. Murphy • Oct. 26, 2015

Report: Mobile an entrenched shopping tool for moms

The big numbers from parenting site BabyCenter show that mobile is a fixed way to shop for busy mothers.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 26, 2015

Retail Therapy: The Green Man origin story and a brand-themed birthday party

Every week, we bring you some of the best retail reads from around the Web. 

By Kelsey Lindsey • Oct. 23, 2015