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ThirdLove emphasizes sexiness, comfort and fit in brand revamp
The company made a name for itself by bashing Victoria's Secret, but with the market leader on the rise again, that may no longer be enough.
By Daphne Howland • Aug. 13, 2021 -
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Instagram expands Shop tab ads globally, further building out e-commerce potential
Following a test earlier in August, the app is embracing ads that appear as tiles in its shopping hub.
By Asa Hiken • Updated Aug. 25, 2021 -
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Canada Goose shares slump as it moves to DTC model
Execs at the apparel brand say it's on a solid growth trajectory, but that revenue cadence is shifting with more product selling in its own channels.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 12, 2021 -
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Nike doubles down on localization with Nike Rise concept
First tested in Guangzhou, China, the "pinnacle expression" of the format is opening Thursday in Seoul, South Korea.
By Cara Salpini • Aug. 11, 2021 -
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Stitch Fix stylists jump ship
Wells Fargo analysts say a delay in the apparel site's "direct buy" option and the exodus of many employees after staffing changes are "red flags."
By Daphne Howland • Updated Aug. 11, 2021 -
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Casper revenue up nearly 40% as mattress sales remain strong
The brand continued to build out its distribution points in the quarter, adding key partnerships with Bed Bath & Beyond and Mattress Warehouse.
By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 10, 2021 -
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Struggling Sequential Brands unloads Ellen Tracy, Caribbean Joe for $20M
The brand specialist is trying to pay down debt and stave off bankruptcy with asset sales.
By Ben Unglesbee • Aug. 9, 2021 -
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Target, DTC backpack brand State Bags team up ahead of back to school
Expanding on the big-box retailer's DTC assortment, the brand will offer an exclusive collection in 600 Target stores nationwide.
By Maria Monteros • Aug. 9, 2021 -
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New York & Company to launch first menswear collection
The apparel brand is also expanding its women's footwear offerings and plans to offer home products starting in the fall.
By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 6, 2021 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Target debuts employee degree program and REI doubles down on travel
The big-box retailer joins Walmart in tackling education assistance, while the outdoors retailer expands access to short-term rentals for members.
By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 6, 2021 -
Wayfair revenue drops more than 10% as category demand wanes
The online retailer benefited during the pandemic as consumers were largely confined to their homes. But that boost is starting to fade.
By Caroline Jansen • Aug. 5, 2021 -
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Brandless raises $118M in funding round
The company will use the money to acquire digitally native brands and invest in its social influencer program.
By Kaarin Moore • Aug. 5, 2021 -
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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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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
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