NRF expects ‘record’ number of Super Saturday shoppers

Of those who plan to shop, nearly half will do so both online and in stores, with department stores and discount retailers among the top destinations.

By Dani James • Dec. 17, 2025

Is surveillance pricing ripping off loyal customers?

If customers thought “that loyalty data were being consumed for that purpose, they would opt out of loyalty,” said Brierley loyalty consultant Don Smith.

By S.L. Fuller • Dec. 17, 2025

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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail

Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.

By Retail Dive staff

Clarks unveils first Cloudsteppers store in US

Cloudsteppers, known for its flip-flops for women, is expanding to become lifestyle-focused with more store openings on the way.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 16, 2025

Could digital product passports transform customer experience?

Customer and product experiences are often separated, but digital product passports force “those two worlds to merge,” said Renascence Consulting CEO Aslan Patov.

By Michael Brady • Dec. 16, 2025

Combating the consumer ‘joy deficit’ this season

Prices are high, shoppers are stressed out and anxiety-inducing marketing doesn’t help. Here’s what retailers can do instead.

By Cara Salpini • Dec. 16, 2025

T.J. Maxx goes on holiday tour in a double-decker bus

The decked-out “Maxxinista Express” stops in multiple cities and takes superfans along for a full day of shopping. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 15, 2025

When holiday deals cause customer confusion, skepticism

In an attempt to boost revenue and gain market share, brands often overpromise and underdeliver on holiday promotions. 

By Michael Brady • Dec. 15, 2025

Calvin Klein opens flagship in SoHo

The store reestablishes the brand’s presence in the city and follows openings in Paris and Tokyo.

By Howard Ruben • Dec. 15, 2025

Home Depot builds bridge to influencers with creator portal

To attract attention to the offering, the home improvement retailer is touting a roster of creators tied to the World Cup.

By Aaron Baar • Dec. 15, 2025

Walmart touts delivery for last-minute gifts

The big-box retailer says it can reach 95% of U.S. households within 3 hours and it is using streamlined delivery to entice consumers to shop — even on Christmas Eve.

By Howard Ruben • Dec. 12, 2025

Pet Supplies Plus releases first mobile app

The app offers rewards access, push notifications and biometric login capabilities, as the retailer tries to create a more intuitive shopping experience.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 11, 2025

Ruggable, Anthropologie team up on rug collection

The partnership includes seven tufted rugs and three doormats in varying sizes and is part of a broader distribution effort by the DTC brand.

By Howard Ruben • Dec. 11, 2025

5 store concepts that debuted in 2025

From shop-in-shops to formats targeting Gen Z, retailers leaned into physical retail to win over consumers this year.

By Caroline Jansen • Dec. 11, 2025

How Gap is leveraging the brand’s Katseye success for the holidays

Global Chief Marketing Officer Fabiola Torres details the recent extension of “Give Your Gift,” a campaign that has generated over 30 million views since its November launch. 

By Jessica Hammers • Dec. 10, 2025

Target unveils SoHo store concept featuring curated beauty, apparel

The updated New York City location aims to recapture the retailer’s merchandising authority with influencer-driven product edits and rotating styles.

By Dani James • Dec. 9, 2025

Gap, beauty brand Summer Fridays launch apparel collab

The collection marks the DTC brand’s first foray into clothing — and a deeper alignment with the beauty category for Gap Inc.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 9, 2025

Skims ventures into live entertainment with shoppable TikTok livestream

The apparel brand co-founded by Kim Kardashian sought to draw inspiration from classic holiday variety shows for a 45-minute shopping experience.

By Aaron Baar • Dec. 9, 2025

Reporter’s notebook: New York City’s last department stores

A trek around the island of Manhattan at retail's busiest time of year.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 9, 2025

Tariffs reshape shopping cycles and marketplace dynamics

Wayvia explores how tariffs impact margins, market structure, competition and visibility.

Dec. 8, 2025

Bras, beauty push up Victoria’s Secret in ‘standout’ Q3

The lingerie giant, which grabbed back market share in the quarter, raised its outlook for the year.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 5, 2025

Ashley offers AI-powered shopping experience

The partnership with Perplexity and PayPal allows customers to ask for product recommendations, add items to cart and complete payment in a single step.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 4, 2025

The Vitamin Shoppe names inventory planning, digital marketing VPs

With new private equity owners at its helm, the retailer reinstated its former CEO earlier this year and has been building out a leadership team.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 4, 2025

American Eagle’s celebrity-led marketing turns sales growth positive

While collaborations with names like Sydney Sweeney helped boost denim, sister brand Aerie delivered far stronger comps in Q3. 

By Peter Adams • Dec. 4, 2025

Private label’s allure transcends income levels

Consumers with household incomes above $100,000 are becoming more likely to buy store-brand groceries as they look to save, Alvarez & Marsal found.

By Sam Silverstein • Dec. 2, 2025

Retailers turn to AI for marketing, merchandising

AI investments are widespread across retail, but using the tech doesn’t automatically translate to business impacts, per a report from Berkeley Research Group.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 2, 2025