Knix expands presence in Canada through Holt Renfrew partnership

The DTC intimates brand will land in six of the department store’s locations and on its website through a deal that deepens its reach in the country.

By Howard Ruben • April 4, 2025

Puma taps 26-year Adidas veteran Arthur Hoeld as CEO

Arne Freundt is leaving the activewear brand just two and a half years after taking on the top role due to “differing views on strategy execution.”

By Cara Salpini • April 4, 2025

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Birkenstock debuts 10th US location

Located in Nashville, Tennessee, the store is part of an effort to expand the brand’s fleet both stateside and abroad as it pushes forward its DTC strategy.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 3, 2025

Harry’s resets brand with push beyond product-focused marketing

Along with a refreshed visual identity, the DTC innovator launched a new campaign that pokes fun at crime movie tropes to highlight brand truths.

By Chris Kelly • April 2, 2025

On announces CEO change amid leadership overhaul

Martin Hoffmann, co-CEO and CFO, will become the sole chief executive, while co-CEO Marc Maurer prepares to exit the brand.

By Caroline Jansen • April 2, 2025

Madison Reed taps Athleta vet as chief marketing officer

Sheila Shekar Pollak helped launch the activewear company’s “Power of She” brand platform and Athleta Girl clothing line.

By Howard Ruben • April 1, 2025

QVC Group lays off 900 employees

The reorganization and elimination of roles comes as the company embarks on a three-part turnaround strategy.

By Caroline Jansen • March 28, 2025

‘Please, no hot sauce’: Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary on today’s retail startups

In addition to the category he never wants to see again, O’Leary also highlighted a marketing channel he thinks all brands should be contemplating.

By Cara Salpini • March 27, 2025

Levi’s CEO: ‘If the wallet’s tighter, then we have to work harder’

Pickier shoppers just means higher execution is needed from the denim brand, Michelle Gass said. But a little help from Beyoncé never hurts.

By Cara Salpini • March 27, 2025

The Backroom: Talking wholesale with Liza Amlani

The longtime merchant discusses the myths and rewards of a channel that is getting renewed appreciation in the industry.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 27, 2025

Lowe’s promotes new private label during spring sales event

The home improvement retailer announced the return of its annual Springfest event, which features its new owned brand Lowe’s Essentials.

By Howard Ruben • March 24, 2025

Universal Standard lands in Nordstrom

After launching on the department store’s website earlier in the year, the women’s apparel brand entered 20 Nordstrom stores over the weekend.

By Howard Ruben • March 24, 2025

Nike focuses on rightsizing key footwear styles as sales plunge 9%

Some analysts expected the retailer to take more drastic action on its oversold franchises, but CEO Elliott Hill still sees a place for the “beloved silhouettes.”

By Cara Salpini • March 21, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Vera Bradley sells Pura Vida and Edible Brands enters the hemp industry

Vera Bradley will offload the bracelet brand two years after taking full ownership, and the Edible Arrangements company expands its horizons.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 21, 2025

Wayfair plots second large-format store

The 150,000-square-foot location is set to open next year in Atlanta and adds to the online home goods retailer’s growing footprint.

By Howard Ruben • March 17, 2025

Purple considers strategic alternatives

Possible outcomes include a sale or merger. “One of the outcomes is we don’t do anything differently,” the company’s CEO said.

By Nate Delesline III • March 17, 2025

Solo Brands warns it could file for bankruptcy

The company issued a going concern statement citing challenges related to liquidity and existing debt.

By Howard Ruben • March 14, 2025

The Weekly Closeout: Hanes jumps into athleisure, iRobot has ‘substantial doubts’ about its future

The underwear brand launched Hanes Moves, while the Roomba creator said the company is undergoing a strategic review.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 14, 2025

Fossil leans on layoffs, more store closures to cut costs

The watch and accessories company is the latest to shore up its wholesale channel and pull back on direct-to-consumer sales.

By Daphne Howland • March 13, 2025

Grove Collaborative’s revenue falls more than 17% in Q4

The company is in the midst of a turnaround, which includes a pivot away from wholesale partners and a focus on acquiring third-party brands.

By Nate Delesline III • March 13, 2025

Good American launches at Macy’s

Products from co-founder Khloé Kardashian's brand will be in nearly 80 stores this fall, as the partnership expands the department store’s denim assortment.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 13, 2025

Rare Beauty’s chief marketer on winning Gen Z through community-oriented marketing

At SXSW, Katie Welch talked about the yearslong route to Rare Beauty launching a brand campaign and why community is a two-way street. 

By Peter Adams • March 12, 2025

Allbirds Q4 sales plunge as shift from DTC takes a toll

The pain will steadily subside this year, however, as the footwear brand makes progress toward a more profitable distribution model, executives said.

By Daphne Howland • March 12, 2025

KNS International acquires Birdies

Bianca Gates, co-founder of the DTC footwear brand, will join KNS as brand president.

By Nate Delesline III • March 11, 2025

Andie launches incubator program

The DTC brand, known for its swimwear, introduced the initiative to provide resources to early stage, women-led businesses.

By Howard Ruben • March 11, 2025