Warby Parker posts first quarterly net profit since going public

The brand is working to mitigate tariff impacts, but has already had to raise prices on some lenses and accessories.

By Dani James • May 8, 2025

Hims & Hers hires former Amazon exec as Q1 revenue doubles

Nader Kabbani, who spent almost 20 years at the e-commerce giant, joins the health startup as chief operations officer.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 8, 2025

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Nike names new brand president as Hill shuffles leadership structure

As part of a reorganization, Amy Montagne will now lead the Nike brand, while 26-year veteran Heidi O’Neill is retiring.

By Cara Salpini • May 6, 2025

Wayfair’s customer base continues to shrink as revenue remains flat in Q1

Executives remained optimistic about the online retailer’s ability to weather tariff pressures, touting its marketplace structure.

By Caroline Jansen • May 2, 2025

Adidas: If tariffs stay, ‘of course there will be price increases’

CEO Bjørn Gulden stressed that they have not been implemented yet, though, and the retailer will follow the lead of others in the market.

By Cara Salpini • April 30, 2025

Peloton chief marketer departs as fitness brand shakes up marketing group

Moving forward, the company is divvying up marketing duties between a marketing chief and a chief communications officer.

By Peter Adams • April 29, 2025

‘We’re not just a hot cup company’: What’s next for Stanley

Can the water bottle brand live past its virality? Global President Matt Navarro says it already has.

By Cara Salpini • April 29, 2025

Function of Beauty expands to Walmart

The personalized beauty brand will offer 17 core hair care products in a large portion of the big-box retailer’s stores and online.

By Howard Ruben • April 28, 2025

Target debuts exclusive home collection with Parachute

The lower-priced line, part of a larger merchandising revamp for Target, comes as the DTC brand has shuttered stores and pulled back on its offerings.

By Dani James • April 23, 2025

Supergoop founder steps away from company

After two decades, Holly Thaggard has moved away from the day-to-day operations of the sunscreen brand.

By Caroline Jansen • April 22, 2025

Rent the Runway rethinks customer service approach

Shifting to more proactive service, the team now spends 14% of its time calling customers to build loyalty, according to CEO Jennifer Hyman.

By Bryan Wassel • April 17, 2025

Madison Reed lands in Sally Beauty

The direct-to-consumer hair color company continues to build out its roster of wholesale partners, which also include Walmart and Ulta Beauty.

By Howard Ruben • Updated April 17, 2025

Frank and Oak accelerates closure of US operations citing tariffs, customs uncertainty

The Canadian apparel brand is liquidating amid a restructuring process and plans to close its stores.

By Dani James • April 14, 2025

Lovesac taps Crocs veteran as first chief brand and marketing officer

As chief marketing officer at the footwear brand, Heidi Cooley had a digital and social-first approach to driving growth.

By Howard Ruben • April 14, 2025

Harry’s Inc. rebrands to Mammoth Brands

The parent to the shaving brand of the same name is looking to build out its portfolio of brands, which also includes Flamingo and Lumē.

By Howard Ruben • April 11, 2025

Target beefs up online grocery offerings with ButcherBox partnership

The tie-up with the direct-to-consumer online meat seller underscores Target’s focus on expanding its grocery offerings.

By Peyton Bigora • April 11, 2025

Peloton names new COO, chief commercial officer

As a result, the retailer’s chief supply chain officer is leaving the business and the company is on the hunt for a new chief of information.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 10, 2025

Any Levi’s tariff-related price bumps will be ‘surgical,’ but impact of trade policy still unclear

Chief Financial and Growth Officer Harmit Singh this week said the last time the company faced a similarly murky challenge was during the pandemic.

By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2025

DTC footwear brand Vivaia opens first US store

The 900-square-foot space located in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood follows a brief pop-up in that location late last year.

By Howard Ruben • April 8, 2025

Knix expands presence in Canada through Holt Renfrew partnership

The DTC intimates brand will land in six of the department store’s locations and on its website through a deal that deepens its reach in the country.

By Howard Ruben • April 4, 2025

Puma taps 26-year Adidas veteran Arthur Hoeld as CEO

Arne Freundt is leaving the activewear brand just two and a half years after taking on the top role due to “differing views on strategy execution.”

By Cara Salpini • April 4, 2025

Birkenstock debuts 10th US location

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, the store is part of an effort to expand the brand’s fleet both stateside and abroad as it pushes forward its DTC strategy.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 3, 2025

Harry’s resets brand with push beyond product-focused marketing

Along with a refreshed visual identity, the DTC innovator launched a new campaign that pokes fun at crime movie tropes to highlight brand truths.

By Chris Kelly • April 2, 2025

On announces CEO change amid leadership overhaul

Martin Hoffmann, co-CEO and CFO, will become the sole chief executive, while co-CEO Marc Maurer prepares to exit the brand.

By Caroline Jansen • April 2, 2025

Madison Reed taps Athleta vet as chief marketing officer

Sheila Shekar Pollak helped launch the activewear company’s “Power of She” brand platform and Athleta Girl clothing line.

By Howard Ruben • April 1, 2025