Nike vet joins The North Face as brand president

Nicole Otto spent 16 years at the sports apparel juggernaut, most recently leading its North American digital and store operations.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 11, 2022

Billie to enter physical stores for the first time via Walmart

The DTC razor brand's products will be available at over 4,000 locations starting in February.  

By Maria Monteros • Jan. 11, 2022

Explore the Trendline➔

The state of retail operations

Daily operations have changed tremendously over the past few years, as retailers re-examine topics including shrink and pricing. 

By Retail Dive staff

UPS to handle record 60M returns during peak shipping season

As returns activity increases, reverse logistics have become a vital part of the retail playbook to build customer loyalty. But costs are climbing.

By Max Garland • Jan. 11, 2022

Omicron weighs on Lululemon's stores, sales

The athleisure seller's CEO said that the pandemic has limited capacity, staff availability and, in some places, store hours. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 10, 2022

Rihanna's Savage X Fenty to open stores in 5 US cities

Beginning with Las Vegas this month, the musician's lingerie brand will open its first locations sometime early this year.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2022

What changes at Stitch Fix and Trunk Club say about apparel retail

Styling guidance was supposed to help turbocharge subscription box sales. That didn't work out, but it doesn't mean the service isn't valuable.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 10, 2022

By the numbers: Biden reviews supply chain progress with task force

The Supply Chain Disruptions Task Force touted progress in relieving port congestion, stocking store shelves and boosting the workforce.

By Shefali Kapadia • Jan. 10, 2022

Stitch Fix global styling chief to depart

Bridget Teeter joined the apparel retailer in 2020 and is leaving amid a shift toward more traditional e-commerce and turmoil among stylists.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 7, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Fanatics acquires Topps and Barbie goes glam with Balmain

The digital sports platform declared the deal "the foundation of Fanatics Trading Cards business."

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 7, 2022

Lululemon taps Amazon Twitch exec to take over as CEO of Mirror

Michael Aragon spent five years as chief content officer at Twitch and replaces founder Brynn Putnam.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 7, 2022

Ikea doubles automation projects as store fulfillment grows

More than half of the retailer's orders were fulfilled from stores in 2021, according to an Ikea franchisee.

By Colin Campbell • Jan. 7, 2022

Flytrex drones can fly over people, vehicles with new FAA approval

The approval allows it to travel up to one nautical mile and carry small goods to up to 10,000 households in North Carolina.

By Max Garland • Jan. 7, 2022

Amid supply chain challenges, Bed Bath & Beyond's loss widens

Executives pointed to difficulties around keeping shelves stocked as the retailer's loss grew by more than $200 million from last year.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 6, 2022

Hasbro names new CEO and COO

The toy and gaming giant promoted two executives to top roles in the company as it navigates transformation and industry disruption. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 6, 2022

Why so many DTC brands are into activewear

Whether they launched in the space or expanded into it, DTC brands are taking advantage of athleisure's continued popularity to fuel their businesses.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 6, 2022

The pandemic forces Walmart and Macy's to shift store operations

Uncertainty prevails in the new year as COVID-19 surges nationwide, leading some retailers to temporarily close locations or cut hours.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 5, 2022

Walmart aims to expand in-home delivery to 30M US households this year

The retailer will hire more than 3,000 delivery drivers and build a fleet of fully electric vans as it grows the premium service.

By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 5, 2022

Target launches first storage, home organization private label

The retail giant is starting the year with yet another owned brand, dubbed Brightroom, as consumers look to refresh their homes.

By Maria Monteros • Jan. 5, 2022

L.L. Bean to close Tysons Corner store in Northern Virginia

The apparel seller couldn't reach an agreement with its landlord at the mall, where its store is an anchor. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 5, 2022

Report: Over a third of shoppers plan to return a gift this season

Holiday sales were expected to surge this year, which could also spell higher returns for retailers now that the season is over.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 5, 2022

Fabletics launches Any-Wear collection

The new offering, which features pieces like pants and a midi dress, is meant to be worn for various activities, like working from home or running errands.

By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 4, 2022

Office Depot parent to sell CompuCom unit for $305M

The company signed a deal to unload its IT services unit for less than a third of the 2017 purchase price as ODP Corp. works to split in two.

By Ben Unglesbee • Jan. 4, 2022

10 retail trends to watch in 2022

Last year upended some trends and accelerated others. What will 2022 bring for retailers?

By Daphne Howland , Ben Unglesbee , Cara Salpini , Kaarin Moore , Caroline Jansen , Maria Monteros • Jan. 4, 2022

The Backroom: Our traditional interview with the retail prophet, Doug Stephens

While the pandemic isn't over, 2021 seemed to show that physical locations remain important to retail. But each store must have something to offer.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 30, 2021

Crocs to acquire Heydude footwear brand for $2.5B

Founded in Italy, the brand widens the total market for the clog maker to more than $160 billion, by the company's estimates.

By Ben Unglesbee • Dec. 23, 2021