Consumer Trends: Page 59


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    Opinion

    The evolution of the 'quick trip to the store'

    Brick-and-mortar brands would be wise to bring the convenience of online shopping to their physical stores, writes Adobe's Michael Klein.

    By Michael Klein • Feb. 14, 2019
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    Retail sales slid 1.2% in December

    Sales during the final month of the year declined in nearly every major retail category, according to the Census Bureau's monthly report.

    By Feb. 14, 2019
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    Trendline

    How retailers are thinking about in-store experience

    Complementary shop-in-shops, age-appropriate experiences and integrated technology are just a few ways retailers are reworking stores to suit shoppers.

    By Retail Dive staff
  • Victoria's Secret tries on Livy lingerie

    The upstart Parisian company is turning heads at home and could help the faltering L Brands banner redefine "sexy."

    By Feb. 14, 2019
  • 'No light at the end of the tunnel' for store closures

    Last year, retailers collectively shuttered 5,524 U.S. locations and will again this year, according to Coresight Research.

    By Feb. 14, 2019
  • Barneys New York to launch 'The High End' cannabis concept

    The effort involves a partnership with luxury purveyor Beboe and opens next month, featuring wellness products and paraphernalia in stores and online.

    By Feb. 12, 2019
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    Deep Dive

    The plus-size era is over before it began

    In its place is a new standard: inclusive sizing, and retailers that haven't woken up to those changes in apparel risk losing billions in sales.

    By Feb. 11, 2019
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    Retail Therapy: 5 ways to try too hard this Valentine's Day

    Nothing quite says romance like the rug form of Colonel Sanders sprawled flat across the floor.

    By Feb. 8, 2019
  • Retailers' personalization efforts fall short of shopper wish lists

    A BRP survey found that a large percentage of customers are comfortable sharing their identities in-store if it translates to personalized service.

    By Feb. 7, 2019
  • Walmart debuts size-inclusive jeans online

    The retail giant expands its e-commerce options with a new denim line from actress Sofía Vergara.

    By Feb. 7, 2019
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    How DTC brands see the purpose of stores

    For three digitally native brands, brick-and-mortar locations are for consumer education — and more.

    By Feb. 6, 2019
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    Ikea to test furniture leasing option in 30 markets

    Testing has begun in Switzerland, the Netherlands, Sweden and Poland, and the company hopes to cut down on furniture waste through the service.

    By Updated April 4, 2019
  • Draper James expands sizing

    Reese Witherspoon's Southern-styled apparel brand is the latest to bring inclusivity to reach more women.

    By Feb. 4, 2019
  • A third of millennials joined a boycott last year

    Men and parents of young kids are most likely to shun a brand or retailer, according to CompareCards.com.

    By Feb. 1, 2019
  • Print book sales up 1.3% in 2018

    Political titles, particularly ones focusing on the Trump administration, were among the most popular last year, according to an NPD report.

    By Jan. 31, 2019
  • Apple expands free 'Today at Apple' sessions

    The tech company's new classes are part of its effort to remake stores into gathering and enrichment centers. 

    By Jan. 29, 2019
  • Toy sales fell 2% in 2018

    In the wake of Toys R Us' liquidation, sales in the category declined, failing to hit $22 billion.

    By Jan. 28, 2019
  • Foursquare report: Discount retailers earn high loyalty rankings

    A study by the mobile app company suggests that, above all, low prices and sales may keep customers coming back to stores.

    By Jan. 23, 2019
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    Nectar teams up with Mattress Warehouse

    The move points to a larger trend of direct-to-consumer companies in the space partnering with legacy retailers with a brick-and-mortar presence.

    By Jan. 23, 2019
  • Only 14% of consumers influenced by in-store VR/AI tech

    A study by Oracle NetSuite found that there is a disconnect between retail technology and consumer needs. 

    By Jan. 16, 2019
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    Walmart and VC firms see two paths for DTC brands

    Brands either need to be a consumer phenomenon like Warby Parker, or they need to fit into a larger portfolio, like the one that Walmart is building.

    By Jan. 16, 2019
  • Study: 73% of consumers want self-service technology

    A SOTI survey finds that as new tech sweeps through stores it's changing customer attitudes about engaging with staff.

    By Jan. 15, 2019
  • Holiday shoppers spent twice as much in physical stores than at Amazon

    Consumers like being able to see what they're buying, and BOPIS shoppers bought extra, according to International Council of Shopping Centers research.

    By Jan. 14, 2019
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    Diversity and inclusion take center stage

    Executives from Ikea, P&G, Bonobos, Rebecca Minkoff and other brands share their thoughts on what needs to be done to reach equality in the workplace.

    By Jan. 14, 2019
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    'The right decisions are never tough decisions:' Retail execs on taking a stand

    Best Buy, Dick's Sporting Goods and Levi Strauss provided examples at NRF 2019 of how to lead with conscience. 

    By Jan. 14, 2019
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    Retail Therapy: The Court rules in favor of this fashion statement

    Thanks to Banana Republic, we can all feel a bit more "notorious."

    By Jan. 11, 2019