E-Commerce
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Fair Harbor taps Mizzen+Main vet as president
Bethany Muths steps into the newly created role after holding leadership positions at Mizzen+Main, Ivory Ella and footwear brand Schutz.
By Howard Ruben • June 5, 2024 -
Amid ongoing declines, Stitch Fix pilots customer experience improvements for summer launch
A core group of customers is keeping and spending more per box, suggesting that the company is on the right track, analysts said.
By Daphne Howland • June 5, 2024 -
Trendline
What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?
From recent statistics on e-commerce growth to the Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit against Amazon, here are some of the forces impacting online retail.
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Global online retail sales to hit $6.8 trillion by 2028
In the U.S. alone, online sales will reach $1.6 trillion by that period, up from $1 trillion in 2023, according to a recent report from Forrester.
By Howard Ruben • June 4, 2024 -
Bark taps former exec for chief DTC officer
Meghan Knoll, who was previously the CEO of Cat Person, will return to the pet retailer to oversee its DTC efforts.
By Cara Salpini • May 31, 2024 -
Chewy posts 3.1% sales gain in Q1, announces $500M share repurchase program
The online pet retailer boosted its profits during the quarter even as its active customer base continues to shrink.
By Caroline Jansen • May 29, 2024 -
Beyond Yoga expands on the West Coast with new store in Washington state
This is the lifestyle brand’s second store outside of California and seventh overall.
By Suzette Parmley • May 29, 2024 -
Mizzen+Main continues Southern expansion with Alabama opening
Located in Birmingham, the store is the brand’s 11th overall and first in the state.
By Suzette Parmley • May 28, 2024 -
Rothy’s launches on Amazon
The sustainable shoe brand is adding its signature products to the online retailer as it looks to broaden its reach.
By Suzette Parmley • May 24, 2024 -
Peloton refinances debt as financial challenges persist
The struggling fitness brand is issuing new notes to pay off debt with a closer maturity date, just weeks after losing its CEO and laying off employees.
By Suzette Parmley • May 23, 2024 -
Kiehl’s launches in the Amazon Premium Beauty store
The skin care brand will have a dedicated storefront with products like sunscreen, facial creams and masks.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 23, 2024 -
Ipsy appoints new marketing chief
Francine Li comes with experience from Netflix and Riot Games and joins the beauty company as it looks to “reinvigorate” its namesake brand.
By Suzette Parmley • May 23, 2024 -
After opening Mall of America location, Kizik plots first East Coast store
As it works to build out its physical footprint, the hands-free footwear brand plans to open a store at the King of Prussia mall in Pennsylvania on June 14.
By Suzette Parmley • May 22, 2024 -
Pier 1, Stein Mart ownership changes hands
The backers of Retail Ecommerce Ventures have acquired its IP portfolio, allowing it to avoid bankruptcy. Now they’re looking to expand.
By Daphne Howland • May 22, 2024 -
Figs will outfit hundreds of healthcare professionals at the Summer Olympics
The scrubs brand formed a multiyear agreement with The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee and The LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
By Howard Ruben • May 20, 2024 -
Shein factory employees work 75-hour weeks for low wages: report
Following allegations from human rights group Public Eye, the fast-fashion giant said it invests tens of millions of dollars into strengthening its supply chain governance and compliance.
By Laurel Deppen • May 17, 2024 -
Mindy Kaling and Andie Swim launch second collection together
The summer camp-themed capsule includes cover-ups, two-piece suits and one-piece suits and comes as the swimwear market heats up.
By Suzette Parmley • May 16, 2024 -
Lulus partners with Levi’s on new collection
The denim-inspired capsule will be sold at Lulus’ Los Angeles store and is part of the brand’s curation strategy.
By Suzette Parmley • May 15, 2024 -
Amazon’s latest shopping event is a book sale
The e-commerce giant has produced a series of themed discount shopping days going into the summer.
By Kaarin Vembar • May 15, 2024 -
Hilma expands wholesale reach with Walmart deal
Three of the DTC brand’s products are available at Walmart, as the retailer bolsters similar deals with Target and Walgreens.
By Suzette Parmley • May 14, 2024 -
Stitch Fix chief merchant is out
Loretta Choy, who also led client services, left the company. The e-tailer has said it’s working on major changes to its merchandising and customer experience.
By Daphne Howland • May 14, 2024 -
Oddity posts ‘record’ revenue growth in Q1, raises full-year outlook
The company said that Il Makiage and SpoiledChild are on track to become billion-dollar brands.
By Howard Ruben • May 9, 2024 -
Brooks Running reports ‘highest quarterly results in brand’s history’
The DTC brand said its Q1 success is due in part to its multichannel strategy and product innovation.
By Suzette Parmley • May 8, 2024 -
Beyond Inc. focuses on brand differentiation as losses widen in Q1
The company is expected to relaunch Zulily in Q3 as it looks to build out sister brands Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock.
By Nate Delesline III • May 7, 2024 -
John Legend and Chrissy Teigen launch Kismet pet brand
The celebrity couple said the brand offers high quality pet food, lifestyle goods and content.
By Suzette Parmley • May 6, 2024 -
Amazon’s Summer Beauty Haul returns
The beauty savings event is back for the second year — following the company teasing a July return to Prime Day.
By Nate Delesline III • May 6, 2024