Belk introduces BeautySpace shop-in-shops to select stores

The collaboration will feature brands like IGK, Oak Essentials and Malin + Goetz in stores, with a broader assortment available online.

By Caroline Jansen • April 3, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Converse drags down Nike, Wacoal acquires Glamorise

The sneaker brand’s sales fell more than 30% in the latest quarter, and the deal with Glamorise is aimed at strengthening Wacoal’s U.S. position.

By Retail Dive Staff • April 3, 2026

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From Target’s path forward under a new CEO to the retailers most vulnerable to bankruptcy, here’s a look at the stories shaping the industry.

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‘The era of link in bio is finally over’: Meta

The company is testing product tagging for eligible creators on Instagram Reels across five markets.

By Kaarin Moore • April 3, 2026

Why Hollister made a music video instead of a traditional ad campaign

The Abercrombie & Fitch Co. brand teamed with singer-songwriter Gigi Perez to cover a Green Day classic as part of its largest summer campaign to date.

By Chris Kelly • April 1, 2026

Consumers want associates to handle follow-up communication

Shoppers want personalized communication, but they want it to come directly from staff, which can in turn drive sales, an Endear study found.

By Bryan Wassel • April 1, 2026

Macy’s introduces AI-powered shopping assistant

After an initial dark launch, Ask Macy’s helps users discover brands and receive personalized product recommendations. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 31, 2026

How Aerie is pushing back against AI content with Pamela Anderson

Chief marketer Stacey McCormick explains how the brand is spreading the word around its October pledge against using AI-generated bodies in its marketing.

By Jessica Hammers • March 31, 2026

Activewear isn’t over. Everything’s just apparel now.

The lines between apparel, activewear and everything in between have only continued to blur. That isn’t a problem, except if the customer says it is.

By Cara Salpini • March 30, 2026

Retail leaders on embracing AI: ‘We have to keep trying things’

The theme of Shoptalk Spring was “Retail in the Age of AI.” Executives had strong opinions on the matter.

By Kaarin Moore , Caroline Jansen • March 30, 2026

Shoe Carnival scales back rebrand

In some areas customers didn’t react well to merchandising changes after stores were converted to the Shoe Station banner.

By Daphne Howland • March 27, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Gabe’s in search of top leadership and Home Depot’s latest acquisition

After avoiding bankruptcy, the off-pricer’s CEO and a few CFOs have left. Meanwhile, the home improvement retailer bought Mingledorff’s.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 27, 2026

REI faces possible anniversary sale boycott after abandoning labor talks

The REI Union, expressing confidence that the retailer’s customers would join workers in sending a message, will finalize a decision by May 1.

By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2026

Sephora launches app in ChatGPT

The AI-enhanced experience will give customers advice and help them discover products, according to Global Chief Digital Officer Anca Marola. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 26, 2026

Puma debuts AI concierge at Las Vegas store

A multilingual assistant in a large digital display will automatically detect the language a shopper speaks and answer their questions about products.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 26, 2026

How Tecovas is leveraging AI to improve the store experience

The boot brand is using the tech to help with inventory replenishment and allocation, and foster better interactions between associates and customers.

By Caroline Jansen • March 26, 2026

How Lowe’s creator network is winning over the next generation of shoppers

The home improvement retailer has partnered with content creators like MrBeast to connect with Gen Alpha long before they purchase their first home.

By Caroline Jansen • March 25, 2026

GLP-1 users are changing apparel trends

Some categories, like intimates, are already seeing shifts as shoppers buy clothes for new body sizes and routines, according to a Circana report.

By Howard Ruben • March 25, 2026

How Gap Inc. is ‘leaning in’ to AI to elevate online shopping

The apparel retailer is accelerating its digital experience with two new partnerships, CTO Sven Gerjets told an audience at Shoptalk.

By Kaarin Moore • March 25, 2026

The Home Depot beefs up digital shopping experience for pros

As it pursues home improvement professionals, the retailer is enhancing the online experience with tools for better project management.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 24, 2026

Brooks shuffles C-suite as it eyes expansion

The running brand is restructuring to focus global leaders on long-term priorities like market and category expansion.

By Howard Ruben • March 23, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Zara partners with John Galliano and Peloton goes to the gym

The fast-fashion retailer announced a two-year partnership with the designer, while the DTC brand launched its Peloton Commercial Series. 

By Retail Dive Staff • March 20, 2026

Lowe’s launches subscription service for in-home maintenance

For $99 annually, HomeCare+ subscribers can have two in-home visits a year, spanning services like electric dryer vent cleaning and electric water heater flush.

By Howard Ruben • March 20, 2026

Meta bets on NYC with flagship

Meta is making its Fifth Avenue retail pop-up location permanent by signing a 10-year lease on the space.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 19, 2026

Michaels cuts prices on 3K more items as consumers waver

The arts and crafts retailer is keen on picking up market share left open by the demise of Party City and Joann.

By Daphne Howland • March 19, 2026

Build-A-Bear launches at Walmart

The toy company will offer a number of products for a limited time in 1,500 Walmart stores and on the big-box retailer’s website. 

By Howard Ruben • March 19, 2026