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  • A group of people sitting around a Solo Stove fire pit.
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    New Solo Brands CEO initiates ‘full strategic review’

    Chris Metz says the company will focus in on Solo Stove and Chubbies as it looks to address a lack of product innovation at the company.

    By March 19, 2024
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    The Sill expands into outdoor plants, gardening products

    The brand, which became known for its houseplants, has added flowering trees, shrubs, fertilizers, tools and more to its assortment.

    By Howard Ruben • March 19, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Retail Dive

    Though some of the problems of the pandemic have waned, retail continues to reel from C-suite turnover and layoffs.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    FabFitFun acquires PupBox from Petco

    The deal both satisfies a need from existing members who have been asking for more pet offerings and allows the company to reach new audiences.

    By March 19, 2024
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    Nicki Minaj launches press-on nail brand

    The brand, dubbed Pink Friday Nails, allows customers to customize the length, shape and design of the products.

    By Howard Ruben • March 18, 2024
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    Outdoor Voices shutters all stores

    The activewear brand, once a DTC darling, told staff on Tuesday it would close stores as it shifts to an online-only model.

    By March 15, 2024
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    Longtime Fossil CEO out as company announces strategic review

    The departure of Kosta Kartsotis, who spent over 20 years at the helm, came as the retailer reported Q4 sales falling nearly 16% and losses widening.

    By Howard Ruben • March 15, 2024
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    Impossible Foods has always claimed to bleed red, now its label will

    The plant-based pioneer announced new packaging at Natural Products Expo West to attract more meat lovers to its burgers, sausages and chicken.

    By Elizabeth Flood • March 15, 2024
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    Marla Beck named CEO of BeautyHealth

    The Bluemercury founder was named interim chief executive officer in November after serving on the company’s board since 2022.

    By Howard Ruben • March 14, 2024
  • A person walks by a Peloton store while wheeling a stroller.
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    Peloton CFO leans on cost cutting to reverse post-pandemic slump

    Finance chief Liz Coddington is slashing overhead costs and driving more revenue from Peloton’s digital subscription and bike rental businesses.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • March 14, 2024
  • 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
  • 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
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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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    ÅŒura 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
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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
  • Three people wearing Youthforia beauty products
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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