DTC: Page 75


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    Cuup dives into swimwear

    The line marks the DTC bra brand's first new product category since launching in late 2018. 

    By May 25, 2021
  • Mack Weldon announces its first chief marketing officer.
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    Menswear brand Mack Weldon hires first chief marketer

    Fellow direct-to-consumer company Everlane filled the same role for the first time in February as startups look to scale beyond their early days.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 24, 2021
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    Trendline

    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
  • The Fascination receives $1M in seed funding.
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    DTC marketplace The Fascination raises $1M in seed funding

    After founding mattress brand Leesa, David Wolfe and Matt Hayes launched the marketplace last year to showcase established and emerging DTC brands.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 21, 2021
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    Rothy's expands into men's with loafers, sneakers

    The launch comes after previous expansions into kids and women's accessories.

    By May 20, 2021
  • Knix tells women to 'stop trashing their periods' in new OOH, digital campaign
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    Knix raises $40M as it looks to expand retail fleet, grow brand

    The intimates brand says it is on pace to generate $100 million in sales and is "highly profitable."

    By May 19, 2021
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    Ahead of public debut, BarkBox parent posts 79% revenue increase

    The brand reported preliminary Q4 results before a shareholder vote at the end of this month to approve its acquisition by Northern Star Acquisition Corp.

    By May 18, 2021
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    Grove Collaborative launches deodorant, body care refill system

    The company is expanding its personal care line, Peach, to celebrate the first anniversary of its plastic-free initiative.

    By Maria Monteros • May 18, 2021
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    Growth in wholesale helps push Casper's revenue up 13% in Q1

    Revenue from the brand's retail partners, which include Nordstrom and Sam's Club, increased 53.7%, while its DTC business saw an 11.1% rise.

    By May 18, 2021
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    How Overstock learned to love retail again

    CEO Jonathan Johnson discusses why he brought the company back to its roots and away from the blockchain experiments that infatuated his predecessor.

    By May 17, 2021
  • Maelys receives an investment from Norwest.
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    DTC body care brand Maëlys receives investment from Norwest

    The funding will enable the company to grow globally, introduce new products and scale up its operations to meet higher consumer demand.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 14, 2021
  • MeUndies swimwear launch
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    MeUndies jumps into swimwear

    A common expansion for intimates brands, the launch comes just a month after the DTC company debuted a new performance collection.

    By May 12, 2021
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    Neighborhood Goods launches in-store concept focused on CPG brands

    The Marketplace, appearing first at its Austin location, features brands like Jaden Smith's Just Water, DTC gummy brand BeHave and snack brand DaDa.

    By May 11, 2021
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    DTC bridal brand Azazie unveils shapewear collection

    Remaining focused on the special occasion space, the new line was made to work with unique dress styles like deep V-necks and open backs.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 11, 2021
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    Everlane names Nike vet as global creative director

    Shu Hung is the most recent executive hire in the company as DTC brands seek veteran expertise.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 10, 2021
  • Wayfair CEO sees growth potential post-pandemic

    The retailer, which has largely benefited over the past year by operating both online and in an in-demand category, reported 49% revenue gains in Q1.

    By May 6, 2021
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    ModCloth changes hands once again

    When financial firm Go Global Retail bought the brand from Walmart in 2019, it wasn't interested in quickly flipping it, but the pandemic interfered.

    By May 6, 2021
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    How Schmidt's Naturals and Supergoop think about scale

    Funding to the beauty and personal care space hit an all-time high in 2020, and investors are looking for brands with clean ingredients and loyal followings.

    By May 4, 2021
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    Food52 acquires housewares brand Dansk

    The website plans to revitalize the housewares brand and aims for an official relaunch early next year.

    By May 4, 2021
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    Madison Reed introduces video color consultations

    The beauty industry has relied on tech tools to service customers sheltering in place.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 4, 2021
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    Under Armour puts SEC battle, pandemic woes behind it in Q1

    For $9 million, the brand settled its claims with the SEC, while also reporting earnings that widely exceeded expectations.

    By May 4, 2021
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    Healthcare DTC startup Ro launches at Walmart

    The digitally native firm will release exclusive men's over-the-counter medication at 4,600 locations with the option to use its telehealth services. 

    By Maria Monteros • May 4, 2021
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    Floyd enters the resale market

    The DTC furniture brand launched Full Cycle, which will house used and imperfect products from its assortment for up to 50% off.

    By April 27, 2021
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    30 minutes with For Now's co-founders

    As the limitations of selling exclusively online become apparent, the company's mission is to not only give emerging brands a physical presence but an opportunity to grow.

    By Updated April 29, 2021
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    Away co-founder Jen Rubio takes over as CEO

    From co-founder Steph Korey to Lululemon exec Stuart Haselden, the CEO torch has now been passed to Rubio as the brand preps for a travel comeback.

    By April 22, 2021
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    Allbirds, Reformation join largest class of Climate Neutral Certified companies

    As retailers look for ways to reduce their carbon footprints, 330 companies will be certified this year, including 52 fashion and apparel brands.

    By April 22, 2021