DTC: Page 49

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    What lies ahead for retail in 2023

    Value-conscious consumers, rising layoffs and new leadership at some of retail’s major players are just a few forces shaping the industry so far.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 13, 2023
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    How the FDA stopped the momentum for CBD in food and drink

    Several companies bought into the once-promising segment, but the government’s decision to not regulate the ingredient has left producers unwilling to invest further.

    By Chris Casey • Feb. 13, 2023
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    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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    New Balance brings new store concept to Boston

    The concept, which first launched in China last year, has a curated merchandise selection meant to appeal to a younger audience.

    By Dani James • Feb. 10, 2023
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    Bark lays off 12% of full-time workforce

    The job cuts, which affect 126 employees, are intended to reduce costs as the online pet retailer works to reach profitability.

    By • Feb. 10, 2023
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    Newell Brands taps new CEO amid sales decline

    The Yankee Candle and Sharpie owner recorded an 18.5% drop in net sales for the fourth quarter and said its chief executive would retire in May.

    By Dani James • Feb. 10, 2023
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    Adore Me to host shoppable, livestream runway show

    Marking the second New York Fashion Week runway event for the DTC brand, it will showcase Valentine's Day and bridal styles.

    By Dani James • Feb. 9, 2023
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    Alo Yoga unveils virtual store with beauty, workout content

    The brand has experimented with NFT releases and cryptocurrency payments in recent months.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 8, 2023
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    Canada Goose to double physical footprint over the next 5 years

    The luxury brand, which currently operates 51 stand-alone stores, plans to reach $3 billion in revenue by 2028.

    By Dani James • Feb. 8, 2023
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    Under Armour turns to athleisure for growth

    Catering to the rest of a customer’s day could triple its addressable market, according to interim chief Colin Browne.

    By • Feb. 8, 2023
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    Ulta to sell beauty brand Odele in stores, online

    The partnership adds to the beauty retailer’s growing assortment of products from DTC brands.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 7, 2023
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    Children’s brand Hanna Andersson launches activewear

    The DTC company enters a new product category following a handful of executive leadership changes over the past several years.

    By Dani James • Feb. 7, 2023
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    Peloton struggles to offload manufacturing assets

    The connected fitness company is looking to shrink its operating footprint, but it hasn’t been able to find the right buyers.

    By Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 7, 2023
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    Ugg, Hoka stepped up DTC activity in Q3

    Deckers is focused on having 50% of the business be direct to consumer, with the channel seeing an 18.7% increase during the quarter.

    By Dani James • Feb. 6, 2023
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    Adidas launches first new label in five decades

    Adidas Sportswear is fronted by new brand ambassador Jenna Ortega, and features tracksuits and other everyday looks.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 6, 2023
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    Mielle creates hair care bundles based on ‘Harlem’ characters

    The partnership with the Prime Video show comes just weeks after Procter & Gamble announced plans to acquire the hair care brand.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 6, 2023
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    ‘The music has stopped’: A look at venture capital in retail

    VC funding in retail declined in 2022, and a slew of layoffs in 2023 paints a bleak picture. But it could just signal a return to normal.

    By Dani James • Feb. 6, 2023
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    Skincare brand Loops expands into Target nationwide

    The decision to work with the mass retailer was influenced by customer input, according to Loops CEO Meg Bedford.

    By Dani James • Feb. 5, 2023
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    Our Place continues retail expansion with new LA store

    The DTC cookware brand opened its first store around two months ago on Abbot Kinney Boulevard.

    By • Feb. 3, 2023
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    CVS launches beauty and personal care brand

    CVS Pharmacy wants to target its broad customer base with affordable products through its new private label, One+Other.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 3, 2023
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    Ariana Grande to buy her beauty brand’s assets from Forma Brands for $15M

    The singer’s brand, R.e.m. Beauty, entered into a licensing agreement with the company in December 2020.

    By Dani James • Feb. 2, 2023
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    Macy’s to sell Tracee Ellis Ross’ haircare brand online, in stores

    The move marks Pattern’s first partnership with a department store and adds to its growing list of retail partners, which include Ulta and Sephora.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 2, 2023
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    DTC brand Ruggable lays off 100 corporate employees

    The rug brand joins other direct-to-consumer companies that have turned to staff cuts in recent months in light of macroeconomic conditions.

    By Dani James , • Feb. 2, 2023
  • Boxes of several varieties of Magic Spoon cereal lay around a bowl of the multicolored Fruity variety.
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    Magic Spoon expands retail launch to 6,800 stores

    The cereal brand, which was only available online until last summer, will be sold at Walmart, Kroger and Albertsons, as well as more Target locations.

    By Megan Poinski • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Peloton touts ‘best quarterly performance’ in a year

    However, revenue was still down 30% year over year and net loss exceeded $300 million.

    By Dani James • Feb. 1, 2023
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    Walmart to sell hair care line by actress Tia Mowry

    The mass merchant has steadily been adding to its roster of up-and-coming brands in order to stay relevant with consumers.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 1, 2023