CVS Pharmacy introduces 2-tiered loyalty program

The drugstore retailer is offering a free tier and another that costs $5 per month, touting perks like discounts, same-day delivery and other incentives.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 5, 2024

Peloton brings fitness classes to TikTok in bigger push for Gen Z

A co-branded content hub will reinforce the embattled fitness marketer’s recently introduced brand positioning around accessibility.

By Peter Adams • Jan. 4, 2024

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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

Halsey’s Gen Z-focused beauty brand AF94 partners with Ulta Beauty

The makeup brand launched on Ulta’s website on Dec. 24 and will head to select stores beginning Jan. 14.

By Howard Ruben • Jan. 3, 2024

Returns are the last, but not least, component of a holiday CX strategy

The last thing retailers should do is make gift recipients feel guilty for making a return, according to experts. 

By Bryan Wassel • Dec. 27, 2023

Can retail sell hygge?

The Scandinavian concept of cozy gatherings and togetherness fits in well with the holidays. Until the excessive purchasing begins.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 24, 2023

Express enlists college football player Ethan Grunkemeyer for athlete ambassador program

Amid stubborn sales declines, the fashion retailer has broadened its style initiatives and is planning an international expansion.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 22, 2023

Ulta Beauty to expand and refresh loyalty program

The loyalty program, which has over 42 million active members, will launch in January with a new name and an enhanced birthday gift experience.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 21, 2023

Vuori taps new chief marketing officer

Former Levi Strauss & Co. executive Karen Riley-Grant is taking on the CMO position as Vuori sets course for massive retail expansion.

By Dani James • Dec. 20, 2023

Reebok, Futureverse partner to launch metaverse experience in 2024

“Reebok Impact” is intended to broaden the ways consumers interact with the brand's products, from its apparel to its footwear.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Dec. 20, 2023

Patrick Ta Beauty taps Fenty Beauty exec to lead marketing

Jacqueline Barrett, who led consumer strategic marketing at Fenty Beauty, will oversee Patrick Ta’s strategic marketing and communications.

By Howard Ruben • Dec. 20, 2023

Target brings dog mascot Bullseye to Las Vegas Sphere for holiday blitz

The largest version of the bull terrier character yet is joined by an 11-story gingerbread Target for the snowglobe-inspired takeover.

By Peter Adams • Dec. 20, 2023

The Container Store opens 100th store in New Jersey amid small format expansion

The location is the home retailer’s sixth small-format store as it looks to achieve higher productivity in its store fleet.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 19, 2023

Tonal launches trade-in program for Lululemon Studio customers

Following Lululemon’s discontinuation of Mirror, Tonal is offering product discounts, a free one-year membership and removal of the Mirror device.

By Howard Ruben • Dec. 18, 2023

MeUndies names chief revenue officer as it plans membership program revamp

Ariel Stoddard joins the DTC brand from Fabletics where she served as general manager and oversaw expansion into new categories, like scrubs.

By Howard Ruben • Dec. 15, 2023

Peloton names chief marketing officer

Lauren Weinberg joins the fitness company from Intuit following Leslie Berland’s resignation from the role after less than a year.

By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 15, 2023

Super Saturday timing means fewer expected shoppers this year, survey finds

The National Retail Federation predicts 142 million people will shop that day, which falls on Dec. 23, down from 159 million last year.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 15, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Doritos creates nacho cheese-flavored liquor and Target gets a new ‘employee’

In a partnership with Empirical, the chip-flavored drink is set to sell in New York, California and online, while a Skipper doll exclusive is now at Target.

By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 15, 2023

Sally Beauty launches digital hair color consultations

With the Licensed Colorist OnDemand service, participants talk with a professional for free via video or chat. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 15, 2023

Sephora announces 2024 Accelerate program cohort

The retailer is continuing to support emerging beauty brand founders with grants, access to industry leaders and an opportunity to sell in stores.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Dec. 14, 2023

Hanna Andersson appoints chief customer officer

Marking a new C-suite position for the children's apparel brand, Lisa Perlmutter joins after working at Brilliant Earth.

By Dani James • Dec. 14, 2023

Macy’s, Anne Klein partner on NYC pop-up shop

The apparel brand, which has partnered with Macy’s in the past, will showcase items from its latest collection at the temporary store. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 14, 2023

EBay pushes luxury consignment service with curated Jenna Lyons collection

A bus will travel to Los Angeles and Las Vegas with items from Lyons’ closet for sale, and shoppers can also get their own luxury handbags appraised.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 13, 2023

Target woos last-minute holiday shoppers with extended hours

The retailer is also offering same-day fulfillment options through Shipt and its own Order Pickup and Drive Up services through Christmas Eve.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 13, 2023

Michaels, PetSmart partner on holiday promotion

The two brands have come together to provide each other’s customers with exclusive savings offers. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 13, 2023

Mastercard launches Shopping Muse, an AI tool that gives product recommendations

Using generative AI, the tool can give personalized recommendations based on everyday language. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 12, 2023