Fabletics expands into denim to ride casualization trend

CEO Adam Goldenberg told Retail Dive in January that shoppers expect athletic brands to offer casual products as apparel trends shift.

By Cara Salpini • March 10, 2026

Princess Polly plots next wave of US store openings

The apparel brand will open eight stores across Florida, Texas, Minnesota, Tennessee and North Carolina throughout this year and into 2027.

By Howard Ruben • March 10, 2026

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Top 5 stories from Retail Dive

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.

By Retail Dive staff

Petal & Pup eyes launch with Dillard’s, Von Maur

The fashion brand has a successful partnership with Nordstrom and is ready for additional growth. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 10, 2026

Best Buy wants to be at the forefront of agentic AI discovery

“As agentic commerce matures, we want to serve our customers in new ways, both on and off of platforms,” CEO Corie Barry said.

By Bryan Wassel • March 10, 2026

Target debuts Free People intimates assortment

The mass retailer is selling Intimately FP in select stores and online with a selection of exclusive offerings.

By Dani James • March 9, 2026

Primark is retail’s ‘best kept secret.’ It’s ready to move beyond that.

The fashion retailer has a new CEO, is expanding in the U.S. and will soon open a flagship in New York City. It just wants you to know it exists.

By Kaarin Moore • March 9, 2026

Belk adds Michael Strahan’s brand to menswear assortment

The label will offer the department store’s customers an assortment of suit separates, blazers, dress shirts, polos and T-shirts.

By Howard Ruben • March 9, 2026

Costco ties digital personalization to $470M in sales growth

Personalized product recommendation carousels and modernized display pages are driving e-commerce sales and traffic, CFO Gary Millerchip said.

By Bryan Wassel • March 9, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Levi’s closes Dockers sale and Chip Wilson escalates Lululemon battle

The jeans maker has officially handed over its khaki label to Authentic Brands Group. Meanwhile, Lululemon’s founder strikes again.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 6, 2026

The dark side of personalization

“If you can’t explain it to the customer … then you should not be personalizing,” Qualtrics’ Isabelle Zdatny said.

By Michael Brady • March 6, 2026

The Salvation Army launches first digital thrift store on Roblox

“Thrift Score” is a shoppable digital environment — and a way to engage Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 5, 2026

Victoria’s Secret & Co. ends Adore Me subscription offering

The intimates company also initiated a strategic review of the personal styling service DailyLook, which it acquired through the Adore Me transaction.

By Dani James • March 5, 2026

How The Children’s Place embraces modern parenting with new brand platform

The retailer’s “It’s a Yes Day” platform began rolling out this month across digital, social and e-commerce channels and includes creator partnerships.

By Chris Kelly • March 5, 2026

Williams-Sonoma names chief marketing officer

Abby Teisch, who was already on the retailer’s marketing team, will focus on performance marketing, customer engagement and growth initiatives.

By Howard Ruben • March 4, 2026

Bath & Body Works wants to transform from a specialty retailer to a ‘premier global brand’

Sales were down in Q4 and are forecast to be down in 2026. But, the company has a transformation plan to meet customers where they are. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 4, 2026

‘Target is not an everything store’: CEO

The retailer unveiled its multiyear turnaround plan, which includes an additional $1 billion operational investment and revamps of some private labels.

By Dani James • March 4, 2026

How Brooks Brothers is refreshing the oldest apparel brand in the US

Marisa Thalberg, chief customer and marketing officer at Catalyst Brands, details how the “Make It Yours” campaign transforms the brand’s positioning.

By Chris Kelly • March 4, 2026

[Podcast] Decoded: The New Consumer

This podcast uncovers how AI, influencers, and shifting consumer habits are reshaping the future of retail.

By Retail Dive's studioID • March 4, 2026

Merrell’s first global brand platform looks to redefine the outdoors

The footwear brand is pitching nature as a refuge for consumers who are overwhelmed by the pace and digital demands of modern life.

By Chris Kelly • March 3, 2026

Michaels revamps loyalty program with an eye on top-spending customers

The craft retailer is updating its tiers, adding another rewards level for its most loyal — and spendy — customers.

By Bryan Wassel • March 3, 2026

Macy’s year of celebration starts with prom night

The department store is preparing for its 100th Thanksgiving Day parade and 50th Fourth of July fireworks display this year.

By Daphne Howland • March 2, 2026

Kohl’s launches apparel brand geared toward teens and tweens

The private label, dubbed Sea and Skye, includes basics, fleece and graphic T-shirts, as well as dressier styles.

By Howard Ruben • March 2, 2026

How Coach cocreated a campaign with Gen Z communities around the world

Chief Marketing Officer Joon Silverstein explains how “Explore Your Story” demonstrates the luxury brand’s embrace of social-first marketing.

By Chris Kelly • March 2, 2026

Premium toys drive US toy market rebound

Shoppers have turned away from more affordable options in favor of toys at higher price points, according to Circana.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Feb. 27, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Walmart agrees to $100M FTC settlement and Puma posts double-digit declines

The government agency alleges that the big-box retailer deceived delivery drivers regarding their pay, while the athletic brand’s net sales fell 27% in Q4.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 27, 2026