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  • Mannequins in orange and white stand in a store window to left of a black-trimmed doorway of an Athleta store, others in black and white are on the right.
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    Athleta turns to resale, outlet sales to coax new customers

    Gap Inc. has been depending on its athleisure brand to grow swiftly, but it’s faltered lately as consumers buy dressier clothes and cut spending. 

    By • Sept. 29, 2022
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    Amazon to spend nearly $1B on wage hikes for frontline workers

    Increases start in October and will raise the average starting wage for fulfillment and transportation workers to over $19 an hour, the company said.

    By • Sept. 29, 2022
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    The state of small business

    Disruptions from the pandemic, e-commerce and broader economic trends continue to bedevil operations for small businesses.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Burberry nabs Daniel Lee as creative chief

    The British fashion designer is credited with reviving Kering-owned Bottega Veneta, though he left abruptly last year after three years as creative director.

    By • Sept. 29, 2022
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    American Eagle leverages Quiet Platforms to speed its own fulfillment

    E-commerce orders are now reaching customers within 3 days of checkout, and executives still see room for improvement.

    By Alejandra Salgado • Sept. 29, 2022
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    How retailers are hiring for the holidays in 2022

    In preparation for demand, some companies are staffing for the season similarly to 2021 while others are reducing their efforts.

    By Retail Dive Team • Sept. 28, 2022
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    The North Face fills chief marketer, merchandiser spots with Nike vets

    Sophie Bambuck will take on the marketing role while Jennifer Ingraffea will fill the merchandising position as the brand builds out its leadership team.

    By • Sept. 28, 2022
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    Macy’s launches third-party marketplace in time for the holidays

    The department store is filling gaps in its assortment with an online selection of toys, pet goods and other items. Should some end up in stores, too?

    By • Sept. 28, 2022
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    Sephora launches $49 annual same-day delivery subscription

    The speedy delivery service comes as the beauty retailer is rapidly expanding its store footprint through a partnership with Kohl’s.

    By • Sept. 28, 2022
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    As the holidays approach, Five Below adds BOPIS

    The retailer is looking to provide more convenience as consumers seek out discount retailers to combat inflation.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 28, 2022
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    At Home downgraded as it burns through cash

    The retailer took on debt from a private equity acquisition last year. Then the home goods market tanked. 

    By • Sept. 28, 2022
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    Grove Collaborative doubles retail presence through CVS partnership

    As it tries to reach more consumers, the company is facing declining sales.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 27, 2022
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    REI will open stores late on Election Day so employees can vote

    The retailer joins nearly 2,000 others in ensuring that work schedules allow for time to cast a ballot.

    By • Sept. 27, 2022
  • An Eddie Bauer mall store entrance mimics a log cabin, with faux wooden pillars and pitched roof.
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    Eddie Bauer taps VF Corp exec as new CEO

    Tim Bantle replaces Damien Huang, who stepped down after a year on the job and not long after its acquisition by Sparc Group.

    By • Sept. 27, 2022
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    Knix acquired for $320M

    The DTC brand was bought by health and hygiene company Essity, with founder Joanna Griffiths maintaining a 20% stake.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 27, 2022
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    Yeti CFO resigns following lukewarm earnings

    Paul Carbone, who took the company public during his first year as CFO, is departing to pursue another venture closer to family after four years in the role.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 27, 2022
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    Peloton’s head of marketing, chief commercial officer exit

    Dara Treseder is leaving Oct. 4 to become the CMO of Autodesk and Kevin Cornils exited last Friday.

    By • Sept. 26, 2022
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    Dollar Tree hires new COO in ongoing C-suite revamp

    Michael Creedon, who has led U.S. store operations for Advance Auto Parts, will play a key role as the dollar retailer tries to become more competitive.

    By • Sept. 26, 2022
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    Burberry chief operating and financial officer to leave

    Julie Brown, who holds both roles, will step down after a six-year term, the second top executive shakeup at the luxury brand in the past year.

    By Grace Noto • Sept. 26, 2022
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    Build-A-Bear redesigns website

    The retailer has rebounded from the COVID-19 pandemic to see historically high revenues.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 26, 2022
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    Sponsored by Roadie

    Work smarter, not harder: 3 inventory best practices for peak season success

    Keeping up with demand and ensuring a frictionless customer experience throughout peak season requires visibility, flexibility and quick action from retailers.

    Sept. 26, 2022
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    Sponsored by CommerceHub

    The power of an extensive commerce network

    The future of increasingly collaborative, data-driven retail depends on a robust and extensive commerce network.

    Sept. 26, 2022
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    Nordstrom lays off over 200 workers at supply chain facility

    The retailer has been working to make its supply chain faster and more productive as it looks to offset costs and meet pick-up demand. 

    By • Sept. 23, 2022
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    The Weekly Closeout: Home Depot employees move to unionize and Nike launches recycling program on Alipay

    Philadelphia workers for the home improvement retailer filed with the National Labor Relations Board, while the athletics brand partnered with Ant Group’s Green Energy Initiative.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 23, 2022
  • In a dimly lit room, a party-goer in a long blue dress, wearing a tiara, stares into the camera.
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    Online only, Lord & Taylor unveils fall merchandising, new logo

    The 200-year-old department store is aiming for an “elevated experience” as it attempts a reboot — but “don’t call it a comeback.”

    By • Sept. 23, 2022
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    Kohl’s board unanimously backs CEO

    The retailer is standing behind Chief Executive Officer Michelle Gass amid pressure from an activist investor to replace her and the board’s chair.

    By • Sept. 23, 2022