Holidays: Page 3
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J. Crew unveils holiday-themed virtual store
Appearing as a snow lodge for women’s apparel and a ski chalet for men’s, the experience includes a scavenger hunt and an AI holiday card generator.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 14, 2023 -
Kohl’s and Target went deep into beauty shop-in-shops. How does that impact the holidays?
Three years after inking deals with Sephora and Ulta, both retailers say they’re reaping the benefits. Here’s why the category could give them a boost this season.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 14, 2023 -
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Inside the 2023 holiday season
Retailers are navigating supply chain bottlenecks while consumers face renewed concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Nearly three-quarters of holiday shoppers plan to buy from small businesses: survey
Independent businesses offer a better customer experience and more unique merchandise than their larger counterparts, a new survey found.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 13, 2023 -
Shein to host holiday pop-up in Forever 21’s Times Square store
Shein’s “Home for the Holidays” in-store experience demonstrates a deepening relationship with another fast-fashion retailer.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 13, 2023 -
Sponsored by Google
How YouTube solutions can meet the holiday shopper mindset and multiply your wins this holiday season
Learn how you make it to the top of the shopper's gift lists this season and hit your year-end targets.
By Emily Hotz • Nov. 13, 2023 -
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The Weekly Closeout: Kohl’s board chair to step down, Athleta debuts experiential fitness series
The department store said Peter Boneparth will retire in May, while the athletics brand is planning events across North America.
By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 10, 2023 -
Amazon embraces the joy of friendship for global holiday campaign
“Joy is shared” will span over a dozen countries and is anchored by a 60-second hero spot soundtracked by a rendition of The Beatles’ “In My Life.”
By Jessica Deyo • Nov. 10, 2023 -
Shoppers spent record $76.8B online in October: Adobe
Data shows that consumers are being strategic in managing their holiday budgets and taking advantage of early deals, according to a new report.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 10, 2023 -
Macy’s introduces early holiday deals
The retailer is running Black Friday events throughout November, and stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 9, 2023 -
Walmart, Amazon see gains in fulfillment pivots as holidays near
The rival retailers are zeroing in on improved speed and efficiencies with changes to their e-commerce fulfillment strategies.
By Catherine Douglas Moran , Kelly Stroh • Nov. 9, 2023 -
Holiday sales forecast to grow between 3% and 4%: NRF
Spending is expected to reach “record levels,” but the growth rate is slower compared to the past three years, according to the organization.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 8, 2023 -
Amazon rolls out early Black Friday deals
Following a positive quarter, the e-commerce giant is competing with other major retailers for shoppers ahead of the sales event.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 7, 2023 -
The right stuff: How Build-A-Bear is creating a cuddly (and lucrative) empire
The specialty retailer is landing record sales, enticing adult shoppers and sporting a plethora of store formats. It’s even made a holiday movie.
By Kaarin Vembar • Nov. 7, 2023 -
Google makes it easier to shop small businesses this holiday using AI, other new features
Merchants can identify themselves with a new small business attribute on Search and Google Maps to make it easier for shoppers to narrow their searches.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Home Depot, Vizio create shoppable content for the holidays
“Merry & Bright” stars Jordin Sparks and features QR codes that take consumers to a Shop the Look page on the retailer’s website.
By Aaron Baar • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Foot Locker hypes up holidays with major brands, NBA stars
The campaign features Nike, Puma and Adidas alongside basketball’s biggest names and arrives as the retailer launches a sneaker-focused brand platform.
By Chris Kelly • Nov. 6, 2023 -
Best Buy launches livestream holiday shopping series
In a partnership with TalkShopLive, the retailer is hosting three live shopping events that feature products from its new categories.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 2, 2023 -
Walmart opens third ‘next gen’ fulfillment center in Texas
The 1.5-million square-foot facility will enable faster delivery as the retailer prepares for the holiday season.
By Alejandra Salgado • Nov. 2, 2023 -
Target lights up digital in holiday push that balances sentiment, value
The return of experiential activations and a 20% increase in digital investments aim to drive home a message around affordability.
By Peter Adams • Nov. 2, 2023 -
Walmart reunites ‘Mean Girls’ to boost Black Friday push
Lindsay Lohan and company recreate scenes from the iconic teen comedy for a new generation as the retailer looks to expand the idea of Black Friday.
By Chris Kelly • Nov. 1, 2023 -
Sur La Table partners with Walmart GoLocal for same-day delivery
The specialty cookware company will roll out the delivery service across the U.S. by mid-November — just in time for the holidays.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 1, 2023 -
Consumers, inflation give hopeful Halloween retailers a dose of the scaries
Total Halloween spending is forecast to hit $12.2 billion this year, but rising wage and sugar costs are cutting into profits.
By Chris Gaetano • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Target to offer weekly deals through Black Friday weekend
The retailer is also bringing back its price match guarantee for the season, which will meet select competitors’ prices for two weeks after purchase.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Sponsored by Niantic
Stand out this holiday season: How WebAR can create unforgettable brand experiences
Learn how WebAR transforms holiday marketing with immersive experiences, driving engagement and conversions.
By Brynne Henn, Product Marketing Lead, Niantic • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Lowe’s rolls out gift center, holiday discounts for pros
With its holiday deals and gift assortment, the retailer aims to attract everyday homeowners and professional contractors.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 27, 2023