Store Concepts
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Abercrombie & Fitch launches ‘getaway’ store design concept
The retailer wants to make every day feel like the start of a long weekend with a store aesthetic that is a “nod to a chic hotel lobby.”
By Kaarin Vembar • Aug. 9, 2022 -
GU to open first store in US
The Uniqlo sister brand will launch a pop-up in New York City this fall.
By Kaarin Vembar • Aug. 8, 2022 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Cody Davis via UnsplashTrendlineHow personalization shapes the retail industry
As consumer data becomes more readily available, a host of new opportunities (and missteps) has opened up for retailers that want to tap into the potential of rich shopper data.
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Walmart to open small general stores at Getaway outposts
The big-box retailer is partnering with the hospitality company to help “make traveling to nature even easier and convenient.”
By Dani James • Aug. 1, 2022 -
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The Weekly Closeout: Lululemon launches its third shoe and Williams Sonoma’s president resigns
The new Chargefeel cross-training shoe comes in 14 colorways, and Ryan Ross will be replaced by former Chief Marketing Officer Felix Carbullido.
By Retail Dive Staff • July 29, 2022 -
Will Macy’s off-mall bet pay off?
As the traditional mall declines, a lot is riding on how well the department store can execute its small-format, strip-center strategy. And whether it should.
By Daphne Howland • July 27, 2022 -
Glossier's fifth store to open in DC's Georgetown neighborhood
The brand’s brick-and-mortar expansion carries on, despite layoffs and price hikes earlier this year.
By Cara Salpini • July 26, 2022 -
Best Buy pilots a small-format, digitally focused store
The 5,000-square-foot location in North Carolina excludes appliances and other large items, instead focusing on curated products and services.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 26, 2022 -
Deep Dive
As consumers return to stores, why would Amazon shut the door?
The e-retailer is expanding its grocery fleet and experimenting with apparel stores. But it has abandoned stand-alone brick and mortar for book sales and other merchandise.
By Daphne Howland • July 25, 2022 -
Clinique Lab launches at Macy's in NYC
The concept rolled out at the Herald Square location, with more scheduled to come to other stores this year.
By Kaarin Vembar • July 25, 2022 -
Yeezy Gap collection now available at NYC flagship store
The news comes after Kanye West's June trademark application for retail stores named YZYSPLY, and Gap’s CEO Sonia Syngal’s exit last week.
By Dani James • July 22, 2022 -
Klarna to open Los Angeles pop-up shop
Located on Melrose Avenue, the payment firm’s two-day shopping experience will showcase sustainable brands.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 19, 2022 -
Macy's and Toys R Us ramp up store-in-store partnership
Branded shops are coming to all of the department store retailer’s locations as it tries to capitalize on a growing category.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 18, 2022 -
Nike debuts new store concept with Nike Style
The store, which opened Friday in Seoul, South Korea, features gender-neutral merchandising and a content studio.
By Cara Salpini • July 15, 2022 -
Athleta plots its first outlet stores
Two locations are set to open by the fall as the athletics brand works to build out its footprint.
By Cara Salpini • July 8, 2022 -
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The Weekly Closeout: Bed Bath & Beyond continues executive shakeup and Gucci launches a pet collection
The home retailer appointed a new chief accounting officer and head of treasury. Meanwhile, the luxury brand seeks to bring individuality to pets.
By Retail Dive Staff • July 1, 2022 -
Parachute pops up at Nordstrom
The department store will feature products from the DTC brand in nine of its locations as well as on its website.
By Caroline Jansen • June 28, 2022 -
Deep Dive // Sustainability in retail
DTC brands have long been vocal about the importance of sustainability. Is that enough?
As more direct-to-consumer companies find value in physical retail, they must consider how that fits into their goals.
By Caroline Jansen • June 27, 2022 -
Petco opens first location of new rural store concept
Initially announced at its investor day in March, the new store caters to consumers seeking out farm and livestock supplies.
By Caroline Jansen • June 16, 2022 -
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SKU'd: Chanel breaks up with the rich in favor of the ultra-rich
The fashion house is raising prices and opening high-end stores – all while reporting record-breaking numbers.
By Kaarin Vembar • June 16, 2022 -
Our Place's co-founder and co-CEO on the brand's entrance into physical retail
The DTC cookware brand, which launched just prior to the pandemic and is already profitable, is planning two stores in Los Angeles and one in New York.
By Caroline Jansen • June 14, 2022 -
Madewell is 'actively investing' in menswear as it opens another stand-alone store
The retailer launched another store in Los Angeles on Thursday. And as the market for men’s apparel grows, the company may have perfect timing.
By Kaarin Vembar • June 9, 2022 -
H&M tests smart mirrors at COS stores in a bid for a more personalized experience
Fitting room mirrors can identify products, including the size and color, and provide customized product or styling recommendations.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 7, 2022 -
Wilson opens second New York store
Its third location overall, the Upper East Side store lets shoppers rent out equipment before purchasing it.
By Cara Salpini • June 3, 2022 -
Fashionphile opens authentication center, showroom in NYC
The 60,000-square-foot space allows consumers to shop in person, and also houses procurement offices for customers looking to sell.
By Dani James • June 2, 2022 -
Belk and Conn's partner for shop-in-shops
The specialty home goods retailer will pilot store-within-a-store concepts in up to 20 of the department store’s locations.
By Caroline Jansen • June 1, 2022