Marketing


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    Deep Dive

    Golf fashion moves into the mainstream

    A new line from Tiger Woods, LVMH's latest collaboration with Tyler, the Creator and indie brands are helping to bring the sport from performance wear to streetwear.

    By Howard Ruben • April 16, 2024
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    Adidas, Stepn partner on NFT sneakers

    The Stepn x Adidas Genesis Sneakers collection is part of a one-year partnership that will see other NFT drops and physical, wearable items. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 16, 2024
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    The latest in experiential retail

    With customers returning to in-store shopping, retailers are testing out new store concepts, exiting others and otherwise refining their brick-and-mortar touchpoints.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Sponsored by Cart.com

    The power of post-purchase engagement: Strategies for lasting customer loyalty

    From order confirmations to delivery surprises, the post-purchase experience is where loyalty is forged and advocacy blossoms.

    April 15, 2024
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    Breaking down 5 myths of BNPL: Who really uses it (and why)?

    A new survey reveals who today’s BNPL shoppers really are—and they may not be who you think.

    April 15, 2024
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    Athletic Brewing collaborates with Walker Hayes for new nonalcoholic beer

    The country singer and brewing company partnered for the release of Fancy Like, named after Walker’s song of the same name.

    By Howard Ruben • April 11, 2024
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    Toy maker MGA Entertainment launches DTC website

    The company aims to bring its top brands, including L.O.L. Surprise!, Little Tikes and Bratz, under one online storefront.

    By April 10, 2024
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    Knix launches mesh collection

    The “sexy” line of mesh underwear and bodysuits features Knix’s new global brand ambassador, Gabrielle Union.

    By April 10, 2024
  • Puma "FOREVER. FASTER. - See The Game Like We Do" campaign
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    Puma rallies around sport performance for largest marketing investment yet

    Launching ahead of the Olympics, the global campaign also marks the first time the sportswear brand has run a unified message across its portfolio.

    By Peter Adams • April 10, 2024
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    Nike remains a top brand for teens, but shows signs of wavering interest: survey

    The brand is still leading the way in footwear and clothing, but is beginning to lose share to On and Hoka. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 10, 2024
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    Ipsy brings on Patrick Starrr as new Icon Box curator

    The makeup artist’s box includes products from his own brand, One/Size, as well as from Fenty Skin, Benefit Cosmetics and Kosas.

    By Howard Ruben • April 10, 2024
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    Dove pledges to not use AI models in lieu of real women in its advertising

    A new campaign, “The Code,” shows unrealistic standards produced by current AI tech and promotes guidelines for creating more inclusive results.

    By Peter Adams • April 10, 2024
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    Coach files trademark and unfair competition complaint against Gap

    The complaint takes issue with some Old Navy-branded T-shirts, which attorneys for the Tapestry-owned brand say are meant to make consumers think “there is a connection or association between” the brands.

    By Laurel Deppen • April 9, 2024
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    Yeti opens first New York store

    The cooler maker’s 20th store, featuring a large customization space, comes as the brand reached $1 billion in sales last year in the drinkware category.

    By April 8, 2024
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    Solo Stove puts the ‘deep’ in deep dish with subterranean pizza-making class

    A livestreamed event from Alabama’s Majestic Caverns is part of a more aggressive marketing strategy for the outdoor lifestyle brand.

    By Peter Adams • April 8, 2024
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    Online rug retailer Ernesta opens first brick-and-mortar store

    The brand started by Peloton co-founders John Foley, Hisao Kushi and Yony Feng has turned to New York's Upper East Side for its showroom.

    By April 5, 2024
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    Shein, Temu have high customer overlap with TikTok Shop: report

    Even while facing a potential ban in the U.S., the platform is dominating social shopping, an Earnest Analytics report finds. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 5, 2024
  • Interior of a bedroom with a bed in the center, rug on the carpet. Two lights are above the headboard on the wall, along with an abstract painting.
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    The Citizenry opens outpost in Interior Define store

    The tie-up between the two Havenly-owned brands allows The Citizenry to expand its physical presence after opening a flagship in New York City.

    By Howard Ruben • Updated April 9, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Puma plots design space in LA, Bank of America downgrades Figs

    The athletics brand said the studio will open in 2025, while spending pullbacks contributed to the scrubs brand’s recent negative rating.

    By Retail Dive Staff • April 5, 2024
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    Bark adds 2 pet industry veterans to C-suite

    New chief revenue and chief marketing officers join with experience from pet brands Outward Hound and JustFoodForDogs.

    By April 4, 2024
  • T-Pain and Ludacris perform onstage with mics in their hands at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards.
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    Ludacris, T-Pain to headline Revolve festival

    Brands like rhode and SuperGoop are participating in the annual summer event with artist performances and freebies.

    By April 3, 2024
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    Lizzo’s Yitty brand launches into swimwear

    The Shaping Swim collection comes on the heels of parent company Fabletics launching compression swimwear in its third collection with Khloé Kardashian.

    By Howard Ruben • April 3, 2024
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    Poshmark enlists sustainable brands for live shopping event series

    Brands including Rothy’s and Christy Dawn will host shows to spotlight circular fashion in celebration of Earth Month. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 3, 2024
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    Target Lady of ‘SNL’ fame promotes retailer’s revamped loyalty offerings

    The brand has tapped Kristen Wiig to reprise the bowl cut-touting character as part of its spring Circle Week promotional blitz.

    By Peter Adams • April 3, 2024
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    Grove Collaborative refreshes core brand Grove Co.

    The company is consolidating all of its private brands under one label as it looks to increase its visibility on retail shelves.

    By April 2, 2024
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    West Elm launches mobile app

    The app allows users to filter by need, and comes amid declining revenues for the home retailer.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 2, 2024