Wayfair's revenue falls 11.4% in Q4 as its losses widen

The online retailer benefited at the onset of the pandemic. But as consumers shift spending to physical channels, the company is losing customers.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 24, 2022

Allbirds plans entry into wholesale to raise brand awareness

The DTC company is still "unknown" to the majority of U.S. consumers and is hoping a select number of "premium" retail partners will help with that.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 24, 2022

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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

Brands may need retailers more than they realize

Selling directly to consumers is all the rage, but brands rejecting wholesale could be missing out on sales and margin advantages.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 22, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Ulta adds former Sam’s Club COO to board and retailers shift mask policies

The beauty retailer refreshed its board with two new directors, while major retailers like Walmart and Amazon removed mask mandates for vaccinated employees.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 18, 2022

Wayfair builds out tech team with hires from Target, Google

The furniture retailer is plotting a physical store expansion as it streamlines its digital and supply chain operations.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 18, 2022

Walmart to carry new Gen Z-focused Bonobos line

With a lower price point and more casual vibe, Bonobos Fielder will be incorporated into 250 Walmart stores.

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 18, 2022

Blueland raises $20M as it pushes into personal care

The DTC cleaning brand plans to use the funds to expand into new categories and grow its retail presence.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 18, 2022

Allbirds launches resale program for used footwear

Shoes in good condition will earn a $20 store credit and will be resold on the brand's site at reduced prices, starting at $59.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 17, 2022

Lids launches e-commerce site for limited product releases

LidsHatDrop.com will drop limited quantity collections twice a week, as the retailer continues to expand its physical footprint. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 17, 2022

Crocs revenue hits record $2.3B in 2021

With the clog maker poised to close on its acquisition of the Heydude footwear brand, it's now eyeing $6 billion in revenue by 2026. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 16, 2022

What Andie's VP of brand and design is thinking about in 2022

The DTC swimwear brand raised $18.5 million, launched into new product categories and entered brick and mortar last year. Michelle Copelman talks about what's next for the company.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 15, 2022

Bark teams up with Walmart as it builds out its wholesale network

The partnership builds on the company's existing retail network, which includes Target, Costco and Petco, and puts its products in over 33,000 U.S. stores.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 11, 2022

Neighborhood Goods debuts initiative to support Black-owned brands

A curated selection of brands will be featured in stores and online, with the company launching a stand-alone e-commerce page to highlight the brands.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 10, 2022

As it deepens retail ties, Food52 fills out its C-suite

The company, which is planning to launch its own pantry line and open a flagship, added executives to its team with publishing and retail experience.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 9, 2022

Peloton slashes 20% of its corporate workforce and switches CEOs as losses mount

The cycle maker is undergoing painful restructuring cuts with growth slowing and acquisition rumors circling around it.  

By Ben Unglesbee • Feb. 8, 2022

Nike, Amazon reportedly considering Peloton acquisition

The potential bids come shortly after Blackwells Capital urged the company to consider a sale and called for CEO John Foley to be fired.

By Cara Salpini • Feb. 7, 2022

Solo Brands CFO to depart

Sam Simmons saw the company through its initial public offering last year, one of many IPOs among DTC brands.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 7, 2022

Former Burt's Bees exec joins Grove Collaborative's board of directors

The company has expanded its product assortment, formed retail partnerships and added to its leadership team as it preps to enter the public markets.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 7, 2022

What retail has in store for 2022

A month into the new year, here are some of the top forces impacting retail, the trends we're watching and predictions for what is to come. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 7, 2022

Nike adds counterfeiting claims to NFT lawsuit against StockX

The shoe brand said it obtained four pairs of fake shoes that came with an authenticity guarantee.

By Ben Unglesbee • Updated May 11, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: David’s Bridal targets a younger consumer and Versace plans for more stores

The bridal company launched its first junior collection, while the Capri brand aims to grow its physical footprint by nearly 100 stores.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 4, 2022

Oddity launches personalized skin and hair care brand, SpoiledChild

Its first brand, Il Makiage, just surpassed $260 million in revenue. With SpoiledChild, the company enters the personalized skin and hair care space.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 4, 2022

Chewy highlights pet services in new 'Chatty Pets' campaign

The campaign builds on last year's #ChewyChattyPets TikTok challenge and will be distributed across linear TV, YouTube, Instagram and other platforms.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 3, 2022

With fresh funding in hand, Win Brands Group acquires Love Your Melon

Win's CEO Kyle Widrick talks about the company's latest acquisition and its plans for the $40 million it just raised.

By Caroline Jansen • Feb. 1, 2022

Parachute gets deeper into furniture, plans 30 stores by year's end

After entering the furniture category with bed frames in September, the brand is now expanding that offering with nightstands and benches.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 31, 2022