Oddity names SpoiledChild CEO

Gil Efrati brings marketing experience from direct-to-consumer company Resident as well as Google.

By Dani James • Aug. 24, 2023

Allbirds launches new sneaker style

The Courier — which debuts amid transformational changes at the brand — is inspired by vintage trainers and priced at $125. 

By Dani James • Aug. 24, 2023

Explore the Trendline➔

How the purpose of stores is evolving

Stores have always evolved in order to compete as times, technology and tastes change. And, most of all, to please customers.

By Retail Dive staff

Peloton recall dings growth in Q4

The company — which saw revenue decline 5% year over year — experienced larger-than-anticipated costs after enacting a bike seat post recall in May.

By Dani James • Aug. 23, 2023

Infant formula brand ByHeart enters Target, plans DTC relaunch

The brand halted production after it voluntarily recalled some products in December due to concerns over possible cross-contamination.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 23, 2023

Away lays off 22, including chief commercial officer

To better align with its growth strategy, the travel brand in May reduced its workforce, including CCO Laura Willensky.

By Dani James • Aug. 22, 2023

Boxed acquired by MSG Distributors

The regional distributor of consumables and household products said it will work to continue serving Boxed’s customers, vendors and brands.

By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 22, 2023

Happy Socks appoints new CEO

Alexander Meyer comes to the company from The Bay, where he served as chief customer officer.

By Dani James • Aug. 21, 2023

Recess expands to 5K additional retail doors

The DTC beverage brand is now available in 14,000 stores, spanning retailers like Target, CVS, H-E-B, Sprouts and Winn Dixie.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 21, 2023

DTC’s Q2 was a mixed bag as holidays approach

Some brands swam while others drowned in a period that saw everything from major executive changes to falling sales.

By Caroline Jansen , Dani James • Aug. 21, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Target faces ESG lawsuit, BeautyStat names chief marketing officer

The suit filed by a Target stockholder alleges that the retailer misled shareholders over the effect its ESG efforts would have on its performance.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 18, 2023

Bark approves share repurchase program of up to $7.5M

The pet care brand's long-term debt reached $81.4 million in Q1 and revenue declined 8% year over year. 

By Dani James • Aug. 18, 2023

Quip launches vitamin-enhanced mints

The new product builds out the portfolio of the DTC oral healthcare brand, which became known for its toothbrushes.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 18, 2023

Digital Brands Group reports Q2 net income

The company — which boasts a portfolio including Sundry and Stateside — swung from a net loss of $10.6 million the year before. 

By Dani James • Aug. 17, 2023

Healthcare apparel brand Figs aims to improve fulfillment efficiency

Elevated storage costs have been a thorn in the direct-to-consumer company's side since last year.

By Max Garland • Aug. 17, 2023

Heydude teams up with Dude Perfect

The footwear brand is forming a long-term partnership with Dude Perfect — a sports-themed content group with nearly 60 million YouTube subscribers. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 17, 2023

Babylist to open flagship showroom in Beverly Hills

The 18,000 square-foot location set to open this week will serve as a product testing ground to customers looking to make a purchase.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 16, 2023

Function of Beauty launches exclusive Sephora collection

The custom hair care brand's new bond-building line will be in 300 stores in addition to the retailer's website.

By Dani James • Aug. 16, 2023

Grove Collaborative co-founder out as CEO

Stuart Landesberg will exit the chief executive role Wednesday, being succeeded by former Zulily and Shopbop CEO Jeff Yurcisin.

By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 15, 2023

How Dormify remains relevant with Gen Z this back-to-school season

Co-founder Amanda Zuckerman discusses how the brand is leveraging feedback from its community of ambassadors and customers.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 15, 2023

Parade acquired by Ariela & Associates International

The DTC intimates brand has expanded its product categories over the past several months and will operate as a division of Ariela & Associates International.

By Dani James • Aug. 15, 2023

On brand’s DTC sales grew faster than wholesale in Q2

The brand’s direct-to-consumer channel increased 54.7% year over year to 163.5 million Swiss francs during the quarter.

By Dani James • Aug. 15, 2023

Columbia rehires Canada Goose exec for chief product officer

Woody Blackford was with Columbia for 14 years before joining rival outerwear firm Canada Goose in 2020.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 15, 2023

Radio Flyer to open first store this fall

The 106-year-old brand, known for its red wagons, is set to open its first store this November in the Chicago area where the company is based.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 14, 2023

Toms exec talks new sustainability strategies, ThredUp partnership

Amy Smith, chief brand officer, says the company is focusing on tackling issues in “our own backyard,” such as access to mental health resources.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 14, 2023

Target partners with Rowing Blazers on its fall designer collection

The limited-time collection features clothing, accessories, home, outdoor and pet products — and most prices are between $5 and $30.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 14, 2023