Under Armour brings on new designers as it looks to improve product offerings

Amid a pivot to athleisure, the retailer’s revenue fell 2% in the most recent quarter, due mostly to a 6% decline in wholesale.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 8, 2023

Staples taps DoorDash for same-day delivery

Just in time for back-to-school season, nearly 1,000 Staples locations are now available on the DoorDash marketplace. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 8, 2023

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How retailers are thinking about in-store experience

Complementary shop-in-shops, age-appropriate experiences and integrated technology are just a few ways retailers are reworking stores to suit shoppers.

By Retail Dive staff

Vuori debuts new fabric with experiential pop-up

BlissBlend, which is made from 75% recycled materials and molds to a customer’s shape, will be the center of an event in New York City.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 8, 2023

FullBeauty Brands looks to acquisitions to attract younger customers

The inclusive sizing company has already bought Eloquii and Cuup this year. CEO Jim Fogarty spoke to Retail Dive about the strategy.

By Dani James • Aug. 8, 2023

Rally House opens 7 stores in one weekend

The family-owned sports and merchandise retailer says it now has more than 160 stores in 17 states.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 7, 2023

‘We want all the brands the customer is used to’: How the Army & Air Force Exchange Service approaches retail

The Exchange, which is celebrating its 128th birthday, forges partnerships with retailers like Old Navy and The Home Depot — making for a loyal military customer base.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 7, 2023

Unlocking the power of the creator economy

Discover the power of the creator economy and influencer marketing and how it’s shaping the future of marketing.  

Aug. 7, 2023

Adidas CEO: Selling Yeezy designs in the future is ‘not part of our strategy’

Bjørn Gulden said that while the company is legally able to do that, “our task now is to limit the damage ... and build a business later without Yeezy.”

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 4, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Ulta CEO joins Best Buy’s board, while Petco plans for Halloween

Dave Kimbell comes in with deep specialty retail experience. Meanwhile, the pet retailer has already released a collection for the upcoming holiday.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 4, 2023

What marketers need to know about Gen Alpha

The cohort of “digital ninjas” is even more committed to purpose, gaming and technology than the digital natives of Gen Z, per a Razorfish study.

By Chris Kelly • Aug. 4, 2023

Happy Socks refreshes brand with new look

The visual refresh includes a new logo, icon, updated website and the redesign of its New York City flagship store. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 3, 2023

Nike plans ‘network’ of boutique fitness studios

The first location is set to open in Los Angeles later this year. Nike running and training studios will offer live classes and social fitness events.

By Cara Salpini • Aug. 2, 2023

Fragrance brand Snif enters brick and mortar through Ulta partnership

The DTC brand’s products will be available at 525 of the beauty retailer’s stores as well as on its website.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 2, 2023

Skechers and Snoop Dogg collaborate on sneaker line as part of multi-year partnership

The line includes nine sneakers and the footwear giant plans to launch two other capsules with the rapper in the coming weeks.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 2, 2023

What’s working for — and against — retailers heading into the holidays?

This shopping season isn’t likely to be like last year, or the year before, or the year before that, experts say.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 2, 2023

Victoria’s Secret to stream fashion show special on Prime Video

A shoppable collection will accompany “The Victoria’s Secret World Tour,” which the company says is part documentary.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Aug. 1, 2023

Overstock officially rebrands as Bed Bath & Beyond

The launch merges the two companies into a single online shopping destination under the Bed Bath & Beyond name.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 1, 2023

Under Armour launches its first loyalty program

The athletics brand is late to the game, and well behind offerings from powerhouse rivals Nike and Adidas.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 1, 2023

Minted launches wedding marketplace

The platform is entering the wedding market as David’s Bridal undergoes its post-bankruptcy turnaround.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 1, 2023

Old Navy launches ‘kid-proof’ guarantee

The retailer is offering a money-back guarantee, stating that its uniforms will last through the school year.

By Kaarin Moore • July 31, 2023

Fanatics creates livestream commerce app

Fanatics Live allows fans and collectors to participate in creator-run, live shopping experiences from a dedicated app. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 31, 2023

Lacoste’s latest virtual store doubles down on exclusive experiences for loyalty members

In collaboration with virtual store developer Emperia, the brand is showcasing its summer collections on the platform.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • July 28, 2023

Hairstory fills out its C-suite

Over the past several months, the DTC hair care brand has named a new CEO, chief marketing officer, vice president of sales and design director.

By Howard Ruben • July 28, 2023

Adidas to release more Yeezy inventory in August, including through wholesale partners

The decision comes just a few days after the athletics retailer raised its guidance, citing the “positive impact” of the first Yeezy sale.

By Cara Salpini • July 28, 2023

Walmart adds travel perks to membership program

In a partnership with Expedia, Walmart+ members can find and book travel and earn Walmart Cash. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 27, 2023