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  • Models in neutral clothing wearing and posing in Mejuri jewelry
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    Mejuri launches loyalty program as it plots store expansion

    The direct-to-consumer jewelry brand is offering perks for members, including free shipping on select days and exclusive product access. 

    By Dani James • Sept. 15, 2023
  • A True Religion storefront in Atlanta's Cumberland Mall with the company's red logo on a dark background
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    True Religion opens first new store in 4 years in Atlanta

    After surviving two bankruptcies in the last six years, the retailer is turning its attention back to stores, with plans to add more “in the right markets.”

    By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 15, 2023
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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
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    The Weekly Closeout: Amazon moves into former Lord & Taylor building, Belk celebrates 135 years

    The e-commerce giant took over the New York City space previously occupied by the department store, while Belk plans a party in honor of its first location.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 15, 2023
  • Three people sitting near a pool wearing items from Universal Standard's swimwear line.
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    Universal Standard co-founder Alexandra Waldman dies

    Waldman created the inclusive sizing apparel brand alongside Polina Veksler in an effort to make fashion more accessible.

    By Dani James • Sept. 14, 2023
  • Products from Heyday's professional line
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    Heyday launches in-house professional product line

    The products debuted at the skin care company’s owned New York and California locations and will roll out to its franchise locations early next year.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 13, 2023
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    Target partners with Kendra Scott in time for the holidays

    The collaboration on a collection of affordable jewelry and accessories will hit stores with holiday shoppers in the mood for good deals.

    By Sept. 13, 2023
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    Tommy John appoints new CEO

    The underwear brand will focus on wholesale expansion under Cheryl Abel-Hodges, who previously served as CEO of Calvin Klein.

    By Dani James • Sept. 13, 2023
  • Exterior shot of a Birkenstock store.
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    Birkenstock files for IPO as it eyes global growth

    Private equity firm L Catterton will control a majority of voting power on outstanding shares.

    By Dani James • Sept. 13, 2023
  • A person wearing HEYDUDE shoes steps up on the sidewalk.
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    HEYDUDE

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    Heydude to pay $1.95M to settle FTC charges

    In addition to failing to cancel orders and provide refunds, the Federal Trade Commission said the brand suppressed negative product reviews.

    By Dani James • Sept. 12, 2023
  • A woman, Rihanna, sits on a giant stylized soccer ball sculpture wearing all oversized black training outfit and Puma soccer shoes
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    Fenty x Puma returns with multi-year partnership

    The on-again, off-again collaboration is back with Rihanna as creative director for a new shoe with multiple future launches expected.

    By Lara Ewen • Sept. 12, 2023
  • A white and blue set of pillows saying Bondi Sands
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    Bondi Sands enters Walmart

    The Australian-founded sun product brand is expanding its global reach, selling exclusive product sizes and prices through the retailer.

    By Dani James • Sept. 11, 2023
  • Khloe Kardashian wearing Fabletics clothing.
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    Fabletics, Khloé Kardashian collaborate on activewear

    The first of the two-part collection includes bras, leggings, onesies, jackets and hoodies, with available sizes ranging from XXS to 4X.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 11, 2023
  • A person doing a squat while holding weights and following an instructional Peloton video, with the exercise brand's Peloton Bike also in view.
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    Could Peloton’s brand refresh mark the start of its comeback?

    Director of Marketing Oli Snoddy details how the embattled exercise brand is leveraging real users to broaden its reach and grow its app. 

    By Jessica Deyo • Sept. 11, 2023
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    Sponsored by Spresso.AI

    Sell-through seasonal merchandise without margin malaise

    By embracing Price Optimization, businesses can ensure seasonal success while maintaining their bottom line and their brand integrity.

    Sept. 11, 2023
  • Interior of a Princess Polly store in Los Angeles showing the beige colored checkout counter
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    Princess Polly opens first US store

    The apparel brand's new store in Los Angeles will host events and marks a milestone in its global expansion. 

    By Dani James • Sept. 8, 2023
  • Three children wearing Hanna Andersson clothes.
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    Hanna Andersson launches loyalty program

    Hanna Rewards marks the 40-year-old brand's first foray into loyalty, giving customers perks such as exclusive sales and redeemable points each time they shop.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 8, 2023
  • A mall entrance to a clothing store named "Torrid."
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    Torrid lays off 5% of headquarters staff as sales decline

    The workforce reduction, which took place at the beginning of Q3, came as the retailer reported second-quarter net income fell over 70%.

    By Dani James • Sept. 7, 2023
  • Various products with "Honest Company" labels are displayed at a store.
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    Nordstrom vet tapped for Honest CFO seat

    The finance leadership change comes as the consumer products company struggles with growth and profitability.

    By Alexei Alexis • Sept. 7, 2023
  • A person wearing a stethoscope that Figs and Eko Health launched.
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    Figs partners with digital health technology company to launch stethoscope

    The DTC brand known for its scrubs teamed up with Eko Health to release the digital stethoscope, which will be available on Figs’ website and app.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 6, 2023
  • Photo of a blue box with the name "Birchbox" on it, and several bottles of beauty products
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    Birchbox restarts fulfillment under new ownership

    The beauty subscription company raised membership prices and started shipping monthly boxes to existing customers.

    By Dani James • Sept. 6, 2023
  • Draper James RSVP launches at Kohl's.
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    Reese Witherspoon sells majority stake in Draper James

    Private equity firm Consortium Brand Partners now holds a 70% stake, while the actor and brand founder remains a partner and board member.

    By Dani James • Sept. 6, 2023
  • Two runners in long sleeves on a road with clouds in the sky
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    Athletics brand On increased use of recycled polyester in 2022

    While the use of recycled materials across products has improved the company’s impact, On said it’s behind on its Scope 3 emissions goal.

    By Dani James • Sept. 5, 2023
  • Exterior view of the greenery outside Wolverine Worldwide corporate headquarters in Rockford, Michigan.
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    Wolverine World Wide sells US leathers business to New Balance

    The company also announced a deal to sell Hush Puppies intellectual property in China, Hong Kong and Macau.

    By Lara Ewen • Sept. 5, 2023
  • Outdoor merchandise displays inside a Fjällräven store in Palo Alto, California.
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    Fjällräven opens first store in Palo Alto

    The California location adds to the Swedish outdoor apparel brand’s growing footprint, which now spans 42 brand stores across the U.S. and Canada.

    By Howard Ruben • Sept. 5, 2023
  • A picture of an Amazon Go store outside of Amazon HQ
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    Amazon brand incubator Benitago files for bankruptcy

    The company has faced a reversal in the rapid growth it saw early in the pandemic as consumer trends shifted in the years since.

    By Dani James • Sept. 1, 2023