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Stitch Fix is scaling 'Live Styling' by video
To prepare, the company, whose algorithm-informed styling service is a prime differentiator, is instituting stricter work requirements for its stylists.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 5, 2021 -
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Function of Beauty acquires personalized skin care company Atolla
In a quest to make customizable beauty "the new norm," the DTC hair care brand will use the acquisition to improve its skin care offering.
By Cara Salpini • Aug. 4, 2021 -
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TrendlineWhat'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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Under Armour posts strong growth, but will the turnaround stick?
Results were a vast improvement over the second quarter last year, but a temporary uplift in consumer demand could also be factoring in.
By Cara Salpini • Aug. 3, 2021 -
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The convenience of buy now, pay later creates risks: Fitch
Fast underwriting, low credit barriers and lack of reporting are hallmarks of a fast-growing market for the credit services.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 3, 2021 -
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Wolverine World Wide acquires activewear brand Sweaty Betty
The retailer, which is best known for its footwear, is acquiring the DTC company in an effort to expand its e-commerce strategy and product categories.
By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 3, 2021 -
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How outdoor furniture brand Outer grew its unique showroom model
The DTC company last month opened its 1,000th Neighborhood Showroom, a concept that helps connect potential customers with existing ones.
By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 3, 2021 -
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Kris Jenner's cleaning products line debuts at Bed Bath & Beyond
The retailer will add Safely to over 750 of its stores, further resetting its merchandising assortment.
By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 2, 2021 -
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Shopify keeps up blazing growth with revenue up 57%
The e-commerce services provider also announced what it said was its largest investment ever in its online store platform.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 29, 2021 -
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Coresight Research predicts 'hybrid' wholesale, DTC model for next 3 years
More companies are turning to DTC for higher margins and better brand control, as it becomes a key channel for "both new and existing brands."
By Cara Salpini • July 27, 2021 -
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Fabletics launches resale program
The DTC company is working with ThredUp on its first venture into the resale ecosystem as part of a larger push for sustainability.
By Kaarin Moore • July 27, 2021 -
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How Shein makes 'fast fashion' look slow
The Chinese DTC company is winning over Gen Z by being speedier, fresher and more inclusive, according to a report from Edited.
By Daphne Howland • July 23, 2021 -
Crocs revenue nearly doubles in Q2 as DTC and wholesale take off
The pandemic-era's emphasis on comfort has been a huge boon to the clog brand, which is widening its direct-to-consumer reach and collaborations.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 22, 2021 -
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Madewell, ThredUp team up on 'Madewell Forever' secondhand site
The resale company's tech and logistics, available to third parties since 2018, will enable the apparel retailer to expand its sales in a fast-growing market.
By Daphne Howland • July 21, 2021 -
4 trends impacting retail marketing strategies
Brands are looking beyond Facebook and Google — and sometimes resurfacing older channels — to advertise.
By Caroline Jansen • July 21, 2021 -
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Rent the Runway confidentially files for IPO
After its reported pandemic struggles, the online fashion specialist is cashing in on a hot stock market.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 20, 2021 -
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Indochino to dress NBC broadcasters for Tokyo Olympics
The apparel company will be the in-studio wardrobe provider for more than a dozen NBC Olympics and Telemundo broadcasters.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 19, 2021 -
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Walmart teams up with DTC brand Bubble in bid to tap Gen Z market
Products created for younger skin, including clay masks, toners and cleansers were made available last week in 3,800 stores nationwide.
By Maria Monteros • July 19, 2021 -
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Wilson opens first store amid DTC expansion
The sporting goods manufacturer launched a sportswear apparel line through its e-commerce site in May, which will now also be sold in its stores.
By Cara Salpini • July 16, 2021 -
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Digital brand platform Foundry raises $100M
The company joins other platforms aiming to enhance and expand digitally native brands.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 16, 2021 -
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Casper to open first branded shop-in-shop with Bed Bath & Beyond
The store concept, which will open July 22 in Bed Bath & Beyond's New York City flagship, helps bolster the DTC mattress brand's physical presence.
By Caroline Jansen • July 15, 2021 -
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FabFitFun debuts Shop with Friends feature, 5-day sales event
Members can now chat with friends while shopping the company's exclusive e-commerce sales, and a members-only sales event is on the horizon.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 14, 2021 -
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QVC-owner Qurate hires new CEO
Set to retire this year, Mike George led the company through a tumultuous but successful journey during the pandemic.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 13, 2021 -
In quest for Gen Z attention, Nordstrom takes minority stake in Topshop
The department store's partnership with new brand owner Asos promises to boost U.S. sales for a set of retailers previously owned by U.K.'s Arcadia.
By Daphne Howland • July 12, 2021 -
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The Weekly Closeout: Pacsun gets into resale, and is Instagram really not for photos anymore?
The growing market for secondhand has another eager participant, and the social media platform is betting big on shopping.
By Retail Dive Staff • July 9, 2021 -
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Nearly all the top e-commerce companies grew revenue by double digits in 2020: GlobalData
The biggest players saw outsized sales gains as consumers flocked to their sites. Wayfair came in at No. 5, with revenue up 55% last year.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 9, 2021
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