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  • Two people running in On Cloudneo shoes
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    On plans 100 more stores in the coming years

    The Swiss athletics brand continues to build out its global footprint, opening stores in China, Germany and Latin America as it leans into its DTC channels.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Purple posts sales increase for the first time in 8 quarters

    While it has taken a while, the company is “extremely encouraged” by the response to recent product launches intended to broaden its customer base.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Trendline

    What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?

    From pivots in digital strategies to challenges retailers must overcome with reverse logistics, here are some of the forces shaping online retail.

    By Retail Dive staff
  • Brooks Running CEO Dan Sheridan
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    Brooks Running promotes Dan Sheridan to CEO

    Sheridan — most recently the company’s chief operating officer — succeeds Jim Weber, who held the role for over two decades.

    By Howard Ruben • March 13, 2024
  • Exterior of an Allbirds store in Washington, D.C.'s Georgetown neighborhood
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    Allbirds taps new CEO, plans store closures

    COO Joe Vernachio takes over from co-founder Joey Zwillinger on Friday as the DTC brand reported a 15% sales drop in 2023.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Generation Tux steps into physical retail

    The online suit and tuxedo rental company’s showroom will feature tech that uses data and AI to understand a customer’s measurements and desired fit.

    By Howard Ruben • March 12, 2024
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    Liquid Death closes funding round valuing business at $1.4B

    The beverage maker said the $67 million in new financing will be used to grow distribution and accelerate product innovation.

    By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2024
  • Lisa Vanderpump Wayfair
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    Wayfair refreshes brand ahead of first large-format store opening

    The brand's busy spring includes a refreshed logo, updated jingle, new celebrity partners and support for the first-ever Pinterest Creator Tour.

    By Chris Kelly • March 11, 2024
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    Hair care brand Glaze inks wholesale partnership with Target

    The Waldencast Ventures subsidiary is now available in over 300 of the mass merchant’s stores as well as on its website.

    By Howard Ruben • March 11, 2024
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    Funko chief financial and operating officer to step down as toymaker preps for ‘softer’ content schedule

    Steve Nave’s resignation comes as the company continues to brace for economic headwinds.

    By Grace Noto • March 11, 2024
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    Ōura launches on Amazon

    The tie-up with the e-commerce giant follows a partnership with Best Buy formed last year as the wearable tech brand builds out its wholesale presence.

    By Howard Ruben • March 8, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: BowFlex files for Chapter 11, Public Lands partners with Saucony

    The at-home fitness company has a $37.5 million buyout offer, and the Dick’s Sporting Goods banner teamed up with the footwear brand on running shoes.

    By Retail Dive Staff • March 8, 2024
  • Ashley Homestore building
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    Ashley Home acquires Nectar mattress owner Resident Home

    As part of the deal, Resident co-founders and co-CEOs Eric Hutchinson and Ran Reske will remain in their current positions.

    By Howard Ruben • March 7, 2024
  • Two people stand on a mountain wearing brown activewear from a Merrell collaboration with Sweaty Betty.
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    Merrell, Sweaty Betty to launch women’s hiking collection

    The collaboration, which features footwear, activewear and accessories, will be available at select retailers and via both brands’ e-commerce sites.

    By Lara Ewen • March 7, 2024
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    Birkenstock’s expanding production capacity lifts sales as it eyes more growth ahead

    The footwear brand plans to double capacity in the next three years, spending tens of millions of dollars along the way. 

    By March 7, 2024
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    Oddity pushes forward with new brands as it posts 44% revenue growth in Q4

    The Il Makiage and SpoiledChild owner finished 2023 on a high note, swinging to a profit in the fourth quarter, and plans to launch two brands in 2025.

    By March 7, 2024
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    Youthforia expands its partnership with Ulta

    The brand’s Date Night Skin Tint Serum Foundation is available in over 500 Ulta stores, while the BYO Blush is sold in all of the beauty retailer’s locations.

    By Howard Ruben • March 6, 2024
  • A display of Arc'teryx jackets in its Brookfield Place store.
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    Amer Sports reports double-digit sales growth in first earnings post-IPO

    Sales at the sporting goods company surged 23% last year as Arc’teryx led the technical apparel segment to 45% growth.

    By March 6, 2024
  • Wayfair plans consolidated delivery option to lower costs

    Consumers receiving multiple items at the same time can boost efficiency and attract more sales, the company's CEO said.

    By Max Garland • March 6, 2024
  • Spanx's "We Live in Spanx" campaign featuring track athlete Allyson Felix.
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    Spanx leans into apparel offering with first-ever global campaign

    Timed to Women’s History Month, “We Live in Spanx” spans digital and out-of-home and nods to the many roles women often juggle.

    By Jessica Deyo • March 5, 2024
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    Bark regains compliance with the New York Stock Exchange

    The pet retailer in November received a notice that said it no longer met the exchange’s continued listing requirements.

    By Howard Ruben • March 5, 2024
  • People model ThirdLove bras.
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    ThirdLove partners with Neiman Marcus

    The DTC intimates brand is expanding its reach and gaining access to luxury shoppers through the department store. 

    By March 5, 2024
  • Employees at E.l.f. Beauty's London office at a grand opening event.
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    E.l.f. Beauty opens London office

    With the beauty brand pushing international expansion, its new U.K. space will serve as a global hub.

    By March 4, 2024
  • Sperry shoes are shown on display.
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    Wolverine World Wide lays off 150 at distribution center

    The company is closing a facility in Louisville, Kentucky, after previously saying its Saucony and Sperry brands would continue to operate out of it.

    By Laurel Deppen • March 4, 2024
  • The exterior of Studs' Rockefeller Center location in New York City.
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    Studs plots 10 store openings this year

    The piercing company on Friday opened its 23rd store located in New York City’s Rockefeller Center.

    By Howard Ruben • March 4, 2024
  • Oishii strawberries
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    Vertical strawberry grower Oishii clinches $134M amid indoor farming woes

    The company’s CEO said its decision to grow artisanal fruit versus leafy greens has allowed it to avoid the financial difficulties facing others in the sector.

    By S.L. Fuller • March 4, 2024