Amazon adds RFID to cashierless tech to support apparel purchases

The new capability enables cashierless shopping for softline goods like clothing, fan gear, hats and shoes.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 20, 2023

Walmart, Target follow Amazon with early start to holiday sales

Consumer electronics retailer Best Buy has also stepped up, with deals set to start several weeks ahead of Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 19, 2023

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Though some of the problems of the pandemic have waned, retail continues to reel from C-suite turnover, changes in ecommerce and reassessment of DEI policies.  

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How Chamberlain Coffee aims for broad appeal while catering to Gen Z

The viral brand said qualities like sustainability are desired in beverages from consumers across generations.

By Chris Casey • Sept. 19, 2023

Amazon confirms dates for Prime Big Deal Days

The retailer is positioning the October sale as a way for consumers to get deals earlier than the traditional start of the season on Black Friday.

By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 18, 2023

Family Dollar to release refreshed mobile app

The launch will happen in October as the first phase of an enterprise-wide digital transformation. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 18, 2023

Mejuri launches loyalty program as it plots store expansion

The direct-to-consumer jewelry brand is offering perks for members, including free shipping on select days and exclusive product access. 

By Dani James • Sept. 15, 2023

Amazon launches generative AI to help sellers write product descriptions

The e-commerce giant and eBay are both using artificial intelligence to make it faster and easier for sellers to list products. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 15, 2023

Ulta Beauty launches second year of accelerator program

The beauty retailer’s MUSE Accelerator program connects brand owners with industry experts for 10 weeks to grow their businesses.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Sept. 15, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Amazon moves into former Lord & Taylor building, Belk celebrates 135 years

The e-commerce giant took over the New York City space previously occupied by the department store, while Belk plans a party in honor of its first location.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 15, 2023

Target partners with Kendra Scott in time for the holidays

The collaboration on a collection of affordable jewelry and accessories will hit stores with holiday shoppers in the mood for good deals.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 13, 2023

Heydude to pay $1.95M to settle FTC charges

In addition to failing to cancel orders and provide refunds, the Federal Trade Commission said the brand suppressed negative product reviews.

By Dani James • Sept. 12, 2023

Fenty x Puma returns with multi-year partnership

The on-again, off-again collaboration is back with Rihanna as creative director for a new shoe with multiple future launches expected.

By Lara Ewen • Sept. 12, 2023

Threadless brings digital apparel designs to Roblox

In a partnership with Spaceport, the e-commerce company is converting hundreds of real-life designs from its artists into apparel for Roblox avatars.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 12, 2023

Asics launches a low-carbon sneaker

The brand says it has the lowest carbon footprint sneaker on the market as part of a larger goal of net zero emissions by 2050. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 12, 2023

Fabletics, Khloé Kardashian collaborate on activewear

The first of the two-part collection includes bras, leggings, onesies, jackets and hoodies, with available sizes ranging from XXS to 4X.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 11, 2023

EBay’s new AI tool generates product listings from photos

The “magical listing” tool allows sellers to take or upload a photo in the eBay app and watch AI fill in product details.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 11, 2023

Could Peloton’s brand refresh mark the start of its comeback?

Director of Marketing Oli Snoddy details how the embattled exercise brand is leveraging real users to broaden its reach and grow its app. 

By Jessica Deyo • Sept. 11, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: RH wants to restore iconic Miami Beach property, Banana Republic sells furniture

RH submitted a proposal to “reimagine and restore” One Ocean Drive, while the Gap Inc. brand launched BR Home. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 8, 2023

Hanna Andersson launches loyalty program

Hanna Rewards marks the 40-year-old brand's first foray into loyalty, giving customers perks such as exclusive sales and redeemable points each time they shop.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 8, 2023

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Fjällräven opens first store in Palo Alto

The California location adds to the Swedish outdoor apparel brand’s growing footprint, which now spans 42 brand stores across the U.S. and Canada.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 5, 2023

How J.C. Penney is pivoting its brand as part of $1B company turnaround plan

Chief Customer Officer Katie Mullen details how the department store chain is strengthening its focus on inclusivity and community.

By Peter Adams • Sept. 5, 2023

Estée Lauder bets generative AI can keep pace with shifting consumer tastes

The Clinique owner is deepening a relationship with Google Cloud as viral apps like TikTok put pressure on R&D.

By Peter Adams • Sept. 5, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Academy Sports and Outdoors expands assortment, and has pumpkin spice gone too far?

Fall-scented flushable wipes are here. Meanwhile, Academy Sports and Outdoors struck two deals this week, with Fanatics and L.L. Bean.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 1, 2023

Gen Z personal care brand Clean Age launches at Walmart

The company won the “Golden Ticket” from the mass merchant’s pitch competition for startups and will land in 1,800 Walmart stores as a result.

By Howard Ruben • Sept. 1, 2023