The Weekly Closeout: Target faces ESG lawsuit, BeautyStat names chief marketing officer

The suit filed by a Target stockholder alleges that the retailer misled shareholders over the effect its ESG efforts would have on its performance.

By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 18, 2023

Amazon brings sponsored product ads to third-party apps, sites

Pinterest and BuzzFeed are among the new placement partners for advertisers as the e-commerce giant enhances its decade-old ads product.

By Jessica Hammers • Aug. 17, 2023

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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

Heydude teams up with Dude Perfect

The footwear brand is forming a long-term partnership with Dude Perfect — a sports-themed content group with nearly 60 million YouTube subscribers. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 17, 2023

Babylist to open flagship showroom in Beverly Hills

The 18,000 square-foot location set to open this week will serve as a product testing ground to customers looking to make a purchase.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 16, 2023

Pandora to debut 3 lab-grown diamond jewelry collections

The brand is also continuing its geographical rollout of lab-grown diamonds to Australia, Mexico and Brazil. 

By Tatiana Walker-Morris • Aug. 16, 2023

How Dormify remains relevant with Gen Z this back-to-school season

Co-founder Amanda Zuckerman discusses how the brand is leveraging feedback from its community of ambassadors and customers.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 15, 2023

Amazon deploys generative AI to summarize reviews

The e-commerce giant, which continues to combat fake reviews, is introducing the tech so shoppers can quickly see common product themes. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 15, 2023

Michaels refreshes brand identity

The craft retailer's brand revamp is already underway and marks the company's 50th anniversary.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 14, 2023

Radio Flyer to open first store this fall

The 106-year-old brand, known for its red wagons, is set to open its first store this November in the Chicago area where the company is based.

By Howard Ruben • Aug. 14, 2023

Toms exec talks new sustainability strategies, ThredUp partnership

Amy Smith, chief brand officer, says the company is focusing on tackling issues in “our own backyard,” such as access to mental health resources.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 14, 2023

Target partners with Rowing Blazers on its fall designer collection

The limited-time collection features clothing, accessories, home, outdoor and pet products — and most prices are between $5 and $30.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 14, 2023

Good for the planet, great for the bottom line: How thredUP’s Clean Out Kit revolutionized resale for consumers and brands

Budget-conscious and eco-minded, today’s retail shoppers crave value and sustainability, backing up those preferences with their wallets.

Aug. 14, 2023

Amazon to reduce its private label offering

The company plans to ultimately cut its in-house product offerings to less than 20 brands, reports say

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 11, 2023

Victoria’s Secret launches collection with the help of Gisele Bündchen, Naomi Campbell

The Icon by Victoria’s Secret collection is bringing back Adriana Lima, Candice Swanepoel and other famous faces for its new campaign.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 10, 2023

La-Z-Boy rolls out AI-powered ‘decliner’ as part of brand refresh

In addition to a national ad campaign, the brand created The Decliner, a recliner that generates a cancellation excuse via SMS by pulling its handle.

By Chris Kelly • Aug. 9, 2023

Target to expand Starbucks curbside pickup service nationwide

The retailer is leaning in on providing a more full-service curbside experience for customers. 

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 9, 2023

Back to school 2023: Can marketing transcend the turbulence?

Top marketers from American Eagle and Amazon weigh in on strategy as the season’s spending forecast paints a gloomy picture.

By Jessica Hammers • Aug. 9, 2023

Rite Aid CTO out as new chief marketer joins

Justin Mennen left the company at the end of July. Meanwhile, the retailer named a new chief marketing officer as well as a chief information officer.

By Nate Delesline III • Aug. 9, 2023

Amazon sets a second Prime sale for October, again

Last year the e-commerce giant also upended the holiday shopping calendar with its early event.

By Daphne Howland • Aug. 8, 2023

Gap and LoveShackFancy collab on 76-piece collection

The capsule combines Gap’s classic logo with the vintage-inspired aesthetic of LoveShackFancy.

By Laurel Deppen • Aug. 8, 2023

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

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