Instagram unveils curated @shop account to showcase online merchants

The new account will feature community trends including fashion, beauty and home decor.

By Robert Williams • May 13, 2019

Retail Therapy: #Class runs through this company's veins

Bask, a New York-based brand, unveiled a beach towel and blazer hybrid that makes looking pretentious this summer easier. 

By Caroline Jansen • May 10, 2019

Explore the Trendline➔

Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Nike runs shoppable Snapchat lens to support women’s soccer

On May 9 only, fans could virtually try on team jerseys and make direct purchases ahead of the FIFA Women's World Cup next month.

By Robert Williams • May 10, 2019

Belk lays its 130-year legacy on the line

The department store thrived in the South for over a century. Now it's turning to a New York agency to rebrand for a new retail era.

By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2019

Google Search upgrades AR and Lens features

The tech giant showed how New Balance let mobile users virtually try on shoes after searching for them online as part of its I/O developer conference.

By Robert Williams • May 8, 2019

L'Oréal extends personalization push with DTC at-home hair color brand

Color&Co aims to take the guesswork out of selecting the right shade through live video consultations and application tutorials tailored to each customer.

By Natalie Black (Koltun) • May 8, 2019

Victoria's Secret free to trademark 'first love'

The planned name for a personal care line appears to memorialize last year's skirmish between the lingerie stalwart and online upstart ThirdLove.

By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2019

Google tests shoppable recommendations in YouTube videos, The Information reports

Nike and Ulta Beauty reportedly have tested the ad unit that lets consumers buy from the Google Express marketplace, unnamed sources told the publication.

By Robert Williams • May 6, 2019

H&M ends print catalog after 39 years

The fast fashion retailer stated that the change is related to its ongoing sustainability goals.

By Kaarin Moore • May 3, 2019

Retail Therapy: Welcome to the world of fanny pack Crocs

Although visually acceptable footwear has never been a concern for the shoe retailer, this latest style does the unimaginable.

By Caroline Jansen • May 3, 2019

Target, Walmart envision radically different futures for their growing media businesses

The big-box rivals both made their NewFronts debuts this week, but their pitches to advertisers largely reinforced the divide in their audiences and brand positioning.

By Peter Adams • May 3, 2019

Pokémon Pass app trades virtual rewards for Target visits

Players who visit select stores can scan a QR code with their smartphone to claim in-game creatures.

By Robert Williams • May 2, 2019

It’s about trust: Why Google, Instagram and Facebook want you to smile for the camera

Retailers and brands should be using pictures to capture sales and increase conversion, writes Performics' Burcu Agma.

By Burcu Agma • May 2, 2019

Foot Locker, Champion team up for esports apparel, in-store competition and streaming

Five esports teams will compete in a tournament on May 18 that will be broadcast on Twitch.

By Barry Levine • May 2, 2019

Thinx now sold at b8ta stores

In an exclusive shared with Retail Dive, the period underwear brand's CEO called brick and mortar "critical" to expanding sales.

By Daphne Howland • May 1, 2019

A brush with change: 4 CEOs restyling beauty and personal care

What do Madison Reed, Glamsquad, Function of Beauty and Native have in common? They're all digital natives successfully operating in a crowded space.

By Cara Salpini • May 1, 2019

Shopify adds Facebook dynamic ads, Snapchat Story Ads

Merchants now have a broader selection of marketing tools to reach consumers who have shifted their viewing habits to social media.

By Laura Klepacki • April 30, 2019

Study: Instagram sponsored posts surge 150%

Walmart, Target, Nike, Sephora and Amazon rounded out the top brands mentioned in #ad-tagged posts.

By Robert Williams • April 30, 2019

Fabletics opens NYC pop-up

Last summer, Kate Hudson's activewear brand announced a massive brick-and-mortar expansion as physical stores boost sales online and off.

By Daphne Howland • April 29, 2019

Retail Therapy: Steve Madden's sky high plan to keep the '90s alive

In a totally unsolicited move, the brand is releasing an exclusive collection of the iconic "Slinky" platform sandals at Urban Outfitters.

By Caroline Jansen • April 26, 2019

Down to Shop bets on custom video to sell products

The new shopping app invites customers to purchase while watching comedic videos about a daily featured product.

By Lisa Rowan • April 25, 2019

Lululemon wants to double men's and digital by 2023

The athletics retailer is also launching its own footwear, placing it in tighter competition with rivals Nike and Under Armour.

By Caroline Jansen • April 25, 2019

'Meet PillPack': Amazon rolls out Rx delivery direct marketing

The campaign provides a peek behind the curtain of the famously secretive e-commerce giant, which has edged into healthcare in recent years.

By Rebecca Pifer Parduhn • April 24, 2019

H&M expands product transparency for online apparel

Several sustainability and ethics watchers give the fast-fashion retailer props for its efforts, but also say it should go further.

By Daphne Howland • April 24, 2019

Private labels outpacing national brands

Store brands are grabbing market share from established players, but some categories are easier to conquer than others.

By Daphne Howland • April 23, 2019