Poshmark’s Secondhand Sunday returns with live shopping events

The resale platform, which launched the holiday last year, is hosting live events and encouraging shoppers to embrace circular fashion during the season.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Nov. 15, 2023

Amazon expands Buy with Prime features in time for the holidays

Prime members can access a live chat, streamlined returns and order tracking when they use Buy with Prime on other brands’ online stores. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 15, 2023

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Android or iOS: When and why to use either for delivering innovative retail device experiences

Ensure you’re using the right decision criteria to deliver exceptional customer experiences and set yourself up for long-term success.

Nov. 15, 2023

J. Crew unveils holiday-themed virtual store

Appearing as a snow lodge for women’s apparel and a ski chalet for men’s, the experience includes a scavenger hunt and an AI holiday card generator.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 14, 2023

The rise of the Stanley tumbler: How a 110-year-old brand achieved viral success

The brand had long been marketed to workmen and outdoorsmen. But with the help of a group of influencers, the company unlocked the power of women selling to women.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 14, 2023

Survey: 3 ways retailers say technology can influence frontline productivity

If managers and associates aren’t connected, the retail experience simply doesn’t work anymore.

Nov. 13, 2023

Shoppers spent record $76.8B online in October: Adobe

Data shows that consumers are being strategic in managing their holiday budgets and taking advantage of early deals, according to a new report. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 10, 2023

TikTok Shop to offer authenticated handbags

The social media platform partnered with Real Authentication as more online retailers introduce verification services.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 9, 2023

Breaking down buy now, pay later

After its pandemic-era growth spurt, buy now, pay later has gone mainstream in consumer payments. But changing economic conditions are forcing the installment trend to evolve.

By Caitlin Mullen • Nov. 9, 2023

Stitch Fix hires former Amazon Fashion exec

Tony Bacos is now the box retailer’s chief product and technology officer, a role he also held at the e-commerce giant’s apparel and accessories business.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 7, 2023

Google makes it easier to shop small businesses this holiday using AI, other new features

Merchants can identify themselves with a new small business attribute on Search and Google Maps to make it easier for shoppers to narrow their searches.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Nov. 6, 2023

Home Depot, Vizio create shoppable content for the holidays

“Merry & Bright” stars Jordin Sparks and features QR codes that take consumers to a Shop the Look page on the retailer’s website.

By Aaron Baar • Nov. 6, 2023

EBay opens streetwear pop-up in New York City

“Canal Street Wear” will sell authenticated items from the marketplace’s sellers and allow shoppers to verify the authenticity of their own goods.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 3, 2023

Michaels launches Etsy competitor MakerPlace

The initiative, which lets artisans sell goods and host virtual classes, is in addition to a third-party seller marketplace that debuted earlier this year.

By Nate Delesline III • Nov. 2, 2023

Best Buy launches livestream holiday shopping series

In a partnership with TalkShopLive, the retailer is hosting three live shopping events that feature products from its new categories.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 2, 2023

Walmart opens third ‘next gen’ fulfillment center in Texas

The 1.5-million square-foot facility will enable faster delivery as the retailer prepares for the holiday season.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 2, 2023

Amazon tweaks tech to create first 100% fiber-focused fulfillment center

Two main technologies are being tested at an Ohio facility to determine how best to transform other facilities to handle only fiber — not plastic — packaging.

By Katie Pyzyk • Nov. 1, 2023

Walmart invests over $500M to upgrade 117 stores

The big-box retailer will devote more than $9 billion over two years to modernize over 1,400 stores across the U.S.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 31, 2023

3 steps to build a privacy-centric retail media strategy

Learn three steps to build a privacy-centric retail media strategy to protect performance in 2024. 

By Christina Brandeberry and Shawn McGahee • Oct. 30, 2023

Ugg introduces pop-up AR mirror at NYC flagship

Made with fashion tech company Zero10, the mirror allows users to experience visual effects inspired by the brands’ “Uggextreme” product campaign.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Oct. 27, 2023

Amazon upgrades ad suite with new data clean room, AI image generator

A new cross-channel planner and enhancements to Amazon Marketing Cloud were also announced at the company’s annual UnBoxed conference.

By Peter Adams • Oct. 27, 2023

Google expands AR try-on tech to hair color

The company is also introducing augmented reality beauty ads, where brands can have a try-on experience in place of a product image. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 26, 2023

Amazon tests two-legged, mobile robots

Amazon has been ramping up its use of technology in operations for some time and now has over 750,000 robots. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Oct. 25, 2023

Amazon pilots collaborative shopping tool within app

The new feature allows users to send products to friends from its app and receive feedback before making a purchase.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • Oct. 24, 2023

Walmart, Angi partner on holiday light installation

Shoppers can purchase help from a professional Angi installer via QR codes in Walmart stores. 

By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 23, 2023