Why Target is embracing social-first marketing for its Woolrich collab

A campaign promoting the design partnership shifts from studio-shot imagery to lifestyle-oriented visuals and storytelling driven by influencers.

By Peter Adams • Oct. 14, 2025

‘We’re certainly not fast fashion’: A.k.a. Brands CEO

Princess Polly and Culture Kings chief Ciaran Long talks about delivering on-trend fashion and the conglomerate’s strategy on opening stores.

By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 14, 2025

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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.

By Retail Dive staff

Walmart, OpenAI partner for purchases in ChatGPT

As part of a larger partnership, the mass retailer will be available through the AI chatbot’s new Instant Checkout feature.

By Dani James • Oct. 14, 2025

Ulta Beauty’s marketplace launches

UB Marketplace, which is open to brands by invitation only, is introducing over 100 new brands to start and will scale quickly over the next year or so.

By Dani James • Oct. 14, 2025

The Body Shop returns to the US market

The beauty company is coming back exclusively via e-commerce after being bought out of U.K. administration in 2024.

By Dani James • Oct. 9, 2025

Harry’s debuts cologne collection

The brand, initially known for its shaving products, said the launch marks “its permanent entrance into the fragrance category.”

By Howard Ruben • Oct. 8, 2025

Online holiday discounts expected to remain flat

New data from Adobe predicts U.S. online sales this holiday season could grow 5.3% compared to last year, driven by electronics, apparel and furniture. 

By Dani James • Oct. 6, 2025

What Amazon shippers should prioritize this peak season

Being mindful of deadlines, maintaining minimum inventory and providing accurate delivery windows is key to meeting holiday demand, experts said at Amazon Accelerate 2025.

By Kelly Stroh • Oct. 6, 2025

Amazon debuts single-tap ‘Add to Delivery’ function

As the company works to expand quick delivery services, Prime members can now add new items to existing orders.

By Dani James • Oct. 3, 2025

Home Depot releases digital Project Planning tool for pro customers

The platform was built to help professional contractors streamline complex projects with the backing of the retailer’s entire product assortment. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 2, 2025

Stanley launches take-back program

The brand, known for its tumblers, is furthering its “Built for Life” promise by offering a $5 discount code to customers who send back eligible products.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 30, 2025

ChatGPT lets shoppers buy products within the platform

Launching first in partnership with Etsy and Shopify, the Instant Checkout functionality has the potential to rival Amazon and Google, one expert said.

By Dani James • Sept. 30, 2025

Retail sites are riddled with accessibility issues. It could cost you this holiday season.

Retailers risk lost holiday sales if accessibility issues block the path to purchase.

By AudioEye • Sept. 29, 2025

SEC says former RadioShack buyer ran a Ponzi scheme, unprofitable brands

The federal regulator alleged that REV’s co-founders misled investors about the profitability of its retail portfolio, which also included Stein Mart and Dress Barn, and misappropriated investor funds. 

By Dani James • Sept. 26, 2025

Depop debuts Outfits feature for style inspiration

The resale platform aims to make itself a daily destination with a shoppable, in-app collage tool. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Microsoft, Curated for You collaborate on AI-based fashion discovery

Microsoft Copilot can now respond to conversational queries with context-aware, shoppable curations. Retailers like Rent the Runway and Steve Madden are already on board. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Etsy adds new AI-driven seller features

The company is rolling out a suite of optional tools to help merchants update listings and communicate with buyers faster. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 25, 2025

Sephora cozies up to beauty creators with new affiliate program

My Sephora Storefront allows U.S. influencers to build shoppable digital storefronts and arrives as sales from affiliate marketing continue to grow.

By Jessica Hammers • Sept. 24, 2025

Warby Parker’s Neil Blumenthal on what’s next for the brand

The co-founder and co-CEO discusses the brand’s store expansion, its partnership with Target and the decision to sunset an iconic aspect of its business.

By Caroline Jansen • Sept. 23, 2025

AI shopping tools are evolving, but are they ready for the holidays?

Most consumers are open to generative AI-powered guidance, but only 3% will start their shopping journey with a ChatGPT-type search, according to Coveo.

By Bryan Wassel • Sept. 22, 2025

How Target is rethinking search for generative AI

While most shoppers are still using one or two keywords for a traditional online search, longer, more complex queries are on the rise.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 19, 2025

Amazon taps agentic AI to help sellers manage inventory, shipments

An enhanced version of the e-commerce giant’s Seller Assistant tool can flag slow-moving products, product safety violations and compliance requirements.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 18, 2025

No US stores in Forever 21’s comeback plans

The fast-fashion brand, whose U.S. operator went bankrupt this year, has inked three new partnerships for its e-commerce and wholesale businesses.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 18, 2025

Amazon adds Walmart, Shopify, Shein to Multi-Channel Fulfillment coverage

The announcement is one of several logistics and fulfillment upgrades for sellers the e-commerce giant revealed Thursday.

By Kelly Stroh • Sept. 18, 2025

Rent the Runway says its CX efforts are paying off. The financials aren’t as rosy.

The clothing rental company saw active subscriber growth and improved NPS, but reported a net loss of $26.4 million and increased prices for subscriptions.

By Kristen Doerer • Sept. 18, 2025