Lululemon taps Nike vet, Adidas exec for senior leadership roles

Phil Dickinson and Simon Atkins both bring deep experience from Lululemon's competitors as the brand expands into more categories.

By Cara Salpini • April 6, 2022

After engineering an 'extraordinary' turnaround, Destination XL is on the hunt for market share

The big-and-tall specialist went into "survival mode" early in the pandemic. Now it has reversed its financial trajectory and wants to win over a frustrated customer.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 6, 2022

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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

Bergdorf Goodman names SVPs for e-commerce, stores

Cheryl Han will lead the luxury retailer's online business and customer strategy, while Melissa Xides will head store and brand operations.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 5, 2022

Nordstrom continues shakeup at Rack

Geevy Thomas, who led Rack's expansion in recent years, is retiring after four decades at the retailer. Longtime executive Scott Meden is also retiring.

By Daphne Howland • April 5, 2022

Alexa now gives advanced notification on deals

Amazon Prime customers can get notice of a deal up to 24 hours in advance, as the tech becomes "more proactive on your behalf." 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 4, 2022

The Container Store launches new tier-based loyalty program

In addition to the program, which features perks like exclusive access to products and events, the home organization retailer debuted a new mobile app.

By Caroline Jansen • April 4, 2022

Walmart plots roadmap for media business with focus on premium ads

Plans for Walmart Connect include tests of on-site units like video, as the company aims to become a top-10 advertising platform.

By Peter Adams • April 4, 2022

New Balance among brands trying on Twitter's first 3D product ads

Three new formats seek to make brand experiences more interactive on the platform, with a focus on driving actions like a purchase. 

By Peter Adams • April 4, 2022

Is Petco positioned for long-term growth?

The specialty pet retailer introduced new store formats, inked partnerships with major retailers and leaned hard into health and wellness services. But it hasn't always been a smooth ride.

By Caroline Jansen • April 4, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Ace Hardware to hire 40K while Kohl's pushes back against activist investors

The home goods retailer is staffing up for spring while Kohl's urged shareholders to vote for its board nominees.

By Retail Dive Staff • April 1, 2022

Fabletics, Vanessa Hudgens further partnership with Sun-Daze collection

In a week full of announcements, the company also introduced a swim category and debuted a shapewear brand by Lizzo. 

By Kaarin Moore • April 1, 2022

Canada Goose taps company vet as president

Carrie Baker has been at the brand for over 10 years, holding various positions including executive vice president, chief of staff and communications chief.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 1, 2022

How Express drove revenue gains, 20% traffic bump with digital experiences

After adding more modern shopping features and functionalities to its app, the retailer saw average order value rise 27% from a year earlier.

By Robert Williams • April 1, 2022

Five Below looks to triple store count by 2030

Coming off a year of strong sales growth, the discounter is looking to double its sales and add 1,000 new stores by the end of 2025.

By Ben Unglesbee • March 31, 2022

Lizzo launches shapewear line Yitty

The Grammy award winner partnered with Fabletics on a body-positive line that will be available in sizes XS to 6X.

By Kaarin Moore • March 31, 2022

Instacart unveils suite of services for retailers, including 15-minute delivery

Instacart Platform brings together new and existing services the e-commerce company offers, including ultrafast delivery, online storefronts, digital ads and smart carts.

By Catherine Douglas Moran , Jeff Wells • March 30, 2022

Grove Collaborative is on the cusp of going public. Here's what the company is up to in the meantime.

Just last week, the sustainable personal care company reported full-year financial results and laid off approximately 17% of its corporate employees.

By Cara Salpini • March 29, 2022

Chico’s releases updated mobile apps for all of its brands

The new apps for its namesake brand, as well as White House Black Market and Soma, include a store locator tool and barcode scanning

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 28, 2022

Brick by brick: How Lego continues to build a toy empire

The retailer celebrates its 90th anniversary this year. And with over $8 billion in sales and IP deals that leverage pop culture, it shows no signs of slowing down.

By Kaarin Moore • March 28, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Petco to test a new store concept, and Balance Athletica rebrands

Petco will open stores with products for pets and livestock, while the athleisure brand changed its name to Vitality following a lawsuit with New Balance.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 25, 2022

Glossier's first store opening of 2022 is in Miami

The Florida store becomes the beauty brand's fourth permanent brick-and-mortar location as the company expands its offline footprint.

By Cara Salpini • March 25, 2022

Outdoor Retailer moves back to Utah, but Patagonia, REI and The North Face won't be there

The retailers reiterated that they wouldn't attend the trade show without a change in Utah's stance on protecting national monuments.

By Cara Salpini • Updated March 24, 2022

Levi's brings its premium 'red tab' jeans to 300 more Target stores

This partnership is expanding at a time when the storied denim maker has grown downright choosy about its wholesale operations.

By Daphne Howland • March 24, 2022

Tommy Hilfiger, DKNY and other brands to participate in Metaverse Fashion Week

Brands are staking their territory in the metaverse, but the concept and the technology underpinning it have yet to fully take shape.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 24, 2022

Can brands stay safe in the metaverse?

As marketers explore how the metaverse fits into their strategy, brand safety should be top of mind.

By Sara Karlovitch • March 24, 2022