Foot Locker merges Champs Sports and Eastbay brands

The combo, which brings together two decades-old, sports-focused names, aims to be a go-to for student athletes. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 15, 2021

Casper to be acquired by private equity firm, CEO steps down

After its IPO in 2020, the brand will go private again through a deal with Durational Capital Management, as its co-founder exits the chief executive role.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 15, 2021

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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.

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Canada Goose's first footwear collection goes live

Featuring two styles, the brand's footwear is meant to both protect against the elements and also appeal to lifestyle shoppers.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 12, 2021

Warby Parker's sales up 32%, while losses widen

In its first public earnings report since its direct listing in late September, the DTC eyewear brand also raised its full-year guidance.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 12, 2021

The RealReal settles investor lawsuit over authentication claims

The luxury resale specialist is set to pay $11 million to resolve a class action that questioned its process of vetting fakes.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 12, 2021

How Nike execs think through its digital ecosystem

Recent collaborations with Megan Thee Stallion and Dick's Sporting Goods have built on the brand's efforts to craft a connected shopping experience across its channels.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 11, 2021

These traditional brands are shifting to a DTC model. Here's how.

Athletics retailers are in some ways leading this shift, but brands across the industry are doubling down on the model to grow margins.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 11, 2021

The Children's Place launches tween brand Sugar & Jade

The specialty retailer is entering into the $8 billion tween apparel market with the introduction of its new DTC entity. 

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 10, 2021

Amazon will accept Venmo next year

"Pay with Venmo is one of the key revenue drivers for Venmo going forward," PayPal CEO Dan Schulman said.

By Jonathan Berr • Nov. 10, 2021

Global Brands to wind down

The company, which owns brands and makes products for others, has been facing severe liquidity shortages and strains from the pandemic. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 9, 2021

Grove Collaborative launches holiday collection at Target

Months after entering physical retail, the DTC brand is expanding its assortment with limited-edition products, dubbed Sparks of Joy.

By Maria Monteros • Nov. 9, 2021

Walgreens to sell Hims & Hers personal care products in store, online

Since going public this year, the telehealth company has added products to its assortment and expanded its distribution network with other retailers.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 8, 2021

17 retailers have filed for IPOs in 2021. What does that say about the industry?

From Warby Parker and Allbirds to Claire's and Mattress Firm, companies across sectors are seizing the opportunity to enter the public markets.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 8, 2021

Wayfair's sales fall nearly 20% as consumers shift spending

The retailer benefited from selling online and in an in-demand category during the pandemic. But it may be at a disadvantage as shoppers return to stores.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 4, 2021

Crocs, ThredUp partner on resale

Crocs' durable shoes are "perfectly built for a second life," as the brand is the latest to get into the resale game. 

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 4, 2021

Bed Bath & Beyond launches online marketplace, partners with Kroger

The home goods retailer on Tuesday also said it will complete its stock buyback program by the end of this fiscal year, two years ahead of schedule.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 3, 2021

Serta taps leader of its Tuft & Needle unit as new CEO

Shelley Huff is set to take over the mattress specialist as it chases sales in a market reshaped by DTC brands. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 3, 2021

Vuori doesn't need the $400M it just raised. How founder Joe Kudla approaches scale, profitably.

In a space where many brands are filing for IPOs with a history of losses, Kudla believes "profitability should be important."

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 2, 2021

Glossier brings on new CFO, chief commercial officer

Vanessa Wittman, who took the chief finance role just over two years ago, will be replaced by Seun Sodipo, most recently a finance executive at Stripe.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 2, 2021

Under Armour CEO: 'The majority of our transformational work' is done

CFO Dave Bergman also said the retailer in the third quarter saw its strongest top and bottom line results in its history.

By Cara Salpini • Nov. 2, 2021

Knot Standard to sell custom clothing tech to retailers

Nordstrom, Bloomingdale's and Brooks Brothers all plan to use the platform, which uses AI measurements to help customers buy personal apparel.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 1, 2021

Children's company Lovevery raises $100M, launches mobile app

Over the past year, the toy and educational content company has partnered with Target and expanded internationally in pursuit of growth.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 1, 2021

'We're not trying to leave beauty at all': Birchbox's founder on its acquisition by healthcare firm FemTec

Katia Beauchamp, who will move from CEO to strategic adviser, doesn't see the acquisition as a pivot or a departure, but rather a "natural evolution."

By Cara Salpini • Oct. 29, 2021

Petco opens SoHo flagship dedicated to its private label

The store will exclusively sell Reddy products, the three-year-old owned brand focused on premium pet goods.

By Caroline Jansen • Oct. 28, 2021

Brooklinen launches new brand, Marlow

The DTC bedding company already sells pillows on its own website, but is now debuting a separate brand solely focused on that product.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 28, 2021