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Fenty Beauty is coming to Ulta at Target
The tie-up with the superstar’s inclusive makeup brand is part of a strong beauty play at the retailer, which has been a bright spot in recent quarters.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 29, 2023 -
Nike says better profitability is on the horizon as net income edges down in Q1
Chief Financial Officer Matt Friend said the retailer expects to be “a more direct and a more digital company and a more profitable company” going forward.
By Cara Salpini • Sept. 29, 2023 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Getty ImagesTrendlineThe direct-to-consumer landscape in retail
More mature brands are pursuing exit strategies and expanding their reach, while retailers are increasingly shifting to a DTC model.
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Lululemon enacts layoffs amid Peloton partnership
Approximately 120 Lululemon Studio employees are impacted following the brand's announcement that it will stop selling its Mirror device.
By Dani James • Sept. 29, 2023 -
Column
The Weekly Closeout: Lee launches unisex collection and Barbie fever hits Wrangler
The genderless line was created with Chinese streetwear brand Roaringwild. Meanwhile, the blockbuster movie inspired a 40-piece collection.
By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 29, 2023 -
Shopify invests in wholesale marketplace Faire
Through the partnership, Faire will become Shopify’s recommended wholesale provider.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 29, 2023 -
Ralph Lauren expanding Canada presence with retail, e-commerce
The company plans to add more stores in the country in the coming years to increase value in North America.
By Laurel Deppen • Sept. 29, 2023 -
Showfields closes New York store in Manhattan
The retailer closed its Miami location in July and will focus on its stores still open in Brooklyn and Washington, D.C.
By Dani James • Sept. 28, 2023 -
Lululemon to discontinue Mirror as it teams up with Peloton
Peloton will be Lululemon’s digital fitness content provider, and co-branded apparel will begin selling through Peloton in select locations starting in October.
By Dani James • Sept. 28, 2023 -
Podcast
The Backroom: Marisa Meltzer and the creation of Glossier
The journalist’s new book "Glossy" makes waves as it pulls back the curtain on Glossier founder Emily Weiss and the beauty brand that changed the industry.
By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 28, 2023 -
Peloton co-founder, chief product officer to step down
Tom Cortese will be replaced in November by Nick Caldwell, who has over 20 years of experience working at various technology companies.
By Dani James • Sept. 27, 2023 -
UrbanStems hires new chief executive officer
The online floral company has tapped Ana Mollinedo Mims for the position, succeeding Seth Goldman who has served as CEO since 2018.
By Dani James • Sept. 26, 2023 -
Peloton names SVP of apparel, accessories
A few months after the fitness brand launched a rebrand, Cédric Fletcher joins the company with experience from Nike and Under Armour.
By Dani James • Sept. 25, 2023 -
Fly By Jing expands to 1,200 Target stores
The brand launched at Target in 2021, and the move builds on its wholesale presence, which also includes partnerships with Whole Foods and Costco.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 25, 2023 -
Meati Foods reduces staff by 10% as it focuses on profitability
The fermented meat company said the layoffs were not a result of the demand it has seen for its products.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 25, 2023 -
Deep Dive
Why EBITDA has such a strong hold on retail
Is it the “Wild West” of measures or a fair predictor of long-term success? Either way, retailers won’t quit talking about EBITDA.
By Dani James • Sept. 25, 2023 -
Redken launches DTC website
While products have been available for sale in local salons, Amazon and Ulta, the site allows consumers to buy items directly from the brand online.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 22, 2023 -
Purple taps Party City vet as CFO
Todd Vogensen on Oct. 16 will take over from interim CFO Bennett Nussbaum, who will become the company’s chief transformation officer.
By Caroline Jansen • Sept. 22, 2023 -
Savage X Fenty debuts soccer-inspired collection
The brand — which was founded by Rihanna — launched limited-edition League products including themed jerseys, joggers and more.
By Dani James • Sept. 22, 2023 -
E.l.f. Beauty reformulated over 300 SKUs in FY2023
The beauty company's latest impact report revealed new sustainability goals, such as further improving its packaging.
By Dani James • Sept. 21, 2023 -
Athletic footwear brand APL’s fit tech leads to reduced returns
The luxury sneaker company’s partnership with True Fit has slashed fit-related returns by 15%.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 21, 2023 -
Expanding its assortment, Ritual launches melatonin capsule
The product is now available on the DTC supplement brand’s website and will be offered on Amazon in early October.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 20, 2023 -
Toy brand Melissa & Doug plans first store
The company is opening its 1,600-square-foot brick-and-mortar location just in time for the holiday season.
By Dani James • Sept. 20, 2023 -
How Toad & Co. is making online resale work
The brand, which controls its own processing and is choosy about what it accepts, so far is turning a profit on the zooming side gig.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 20, 2023 -
Figs names new chief technology officer
The healthcare apparel brand has tapped Mark Bixby for the role, who brings experience from GameStop and Chewy.
By Dani James • Sept. 19, 2023 -
How Chamberlain Coffee aims for broad appeal while catering to Gen Z
The viral brand said qualities like sustainability are desired in beverages from consumers across generations.
By Chris Casey • Sept. 19, 2023